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    Antoine Griezmann ‘edges closer to Atletico Madrid transfer exit’ as tiny release clause in contract emerges

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    ANTOINE GRIEZMANN is edging closer to a move away from Atletico Madrid, according to reports.The French forward, 33, is into the final year of his contract at the La Liga side.Antoine Griezmann is attracting interest from MLS side Los Angeles FC this summerCredit: GettyThe French forward has an £8.5million release clause in his Atletico Madrid contractCredit: AlamyGriezmann re-joined Atletico permanently last summer following a two-year loan from Barcelona.Across his two spells with the club, he has scored 181 goals in 389 appearances as well as winning three major trophies.However, Griezmann could now be set to leave the Spanish capital once again.According to L’Equipe, MLS club Los Angeles FC are interested in a move for Griezmann.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLLAFC are said to be weighing up signing the forward for free next summer or triggering his release clause.The report adds that Griezmann has a clause worth just £8.5million in his Atletico contract.Griezmann had previously planned to head to the MLS after the 2026 World Cup, co-hosted by the USA.As a result, he will seek assurances over his international future in talks with France boss Didier Deschamps before making a decision on a potential move.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe former Barca star has scored 44 goals in 135 caps for France and was part of their World Cup-winning side in 2018.Meanwhile, he appeared in all six of Les Bleus’ matches at this summer’s Euros.Antoine Griezmann walks out of France press conference after firing subtle dig at Didier Deschamps LAFC already have a strong French contingent at the BMO Stadium after bringing in two of Griezmann’s former international team-mates.Hugo Lloris has made 25 appearances since signing from Tottenham in January.Olivier Giroud also joined the club earlier this summer following his exit from AC Milan.LAFC are currently second in the MLS Western Conference, two points behind city rivals LA Galaxy with two games in hand. More

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      Rangers ‘in advanced talks to sign Man Utd wonderkid in stunning loan deal’

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      RANGERS face a two-way race with FC Copenhagen to sign Manchester United academy star Hannibal Mejbri, according to a report.Philippe Clement was granted a closer look at the midfielder when United defeated the Gers at Murrayfield last week.Hannibal could swap Carrington for Copenhagen, or MilngavieCredit: GettyThe Tunisian midfielder came up against Gers last weekCredit: SNSErik Ten Hag and Philippe Clement had a pre-match chat but could arrange a deal in their next conversationCredit: Willie VassAnd the 21-time capped Tunisian international played the second half of the glamour game.Rangers are already closing in on a deal with Wolfsburg to bring winger Vaclav Cerny on loan, but have also been linked with a move for Sevilla midfielder Joan Jordan.Fellow middle man Hannibal also spent the second half of last season in Seville – playing six times in La Liga.That deal included a £17m option to buy – but the Spaniards have not taken up United on their offer.Erik Ten Hag is believed to be keen to move several players on this summer – and interest is high in Scotland utility man Scott McTominay.But Hannibal could also be among them according to reports in Africa – though FC Copenhagen are also keen.Africafoot claims Clement has made Hannibal ‘a priority’ for his Gers side.Rangers are playing catch-up in the race for the 21-year-old with Copenhagen already said to have held talks with the Red Devils last week – but it’s claimed Hannibal is not keen on a move to Denmark.Most read in FootballThat could benefit Gers just a few hours up the road from his current base in England.His current United contract has a year to run, and was extended by Ten Hag in January before his move to Sevilla.Rangers star Leon Balogun admits performance against Birmingham left him feeling ‘mad’ Rangers are expected to free up funds and squad space for new incomings with Connor Goldson on the brink of an exit to Cyprus and Todd Cantwell relegated to the B-team after submitting a transfer request.James Tavernier is also a target for Trabzonspor while Ianis Hagi could move back to old club Fiorentina.Five new players have already checked in at Ibrox, plus the return of loan winger Oscar Cortes and Mohamed Diomande’s loan deal becoming permanent this summer.But Vaclav Cerny, Hannibal and Joan Jordan have all been heavily linked to be next in line.Winger Cerny has even handed back his company car to Wolsburg in anticipation of his exit. More

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      Kalvin Phillips set to be offered career lifeline as Man City outcast ‘wanted by Premier League rivals in loan transfer’

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      KALVIN PHILLIPS is wanted on loan by a Premier League club this summer, according to reports.The midfielder could be handed a career lifeline by securing another move away from Manchester City.Kalvin Phillips has emerged as a loan target for EvertonCredit: GettyPhillips spent the second half of last season on loan at West Ham.All season, across both clubs, he made just 12 Premier League appearances before being left out of England’s squad for Euro 2024.The 28-year-old, who still has four years remaining on his City deal, remains keen to secure a move in search of regular first-team action.Phillips is understood to be desperate to regain his place in the Three Lions squad.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAccording to talkSPORT, the former Leeds man has emerged as a target for Everton as they look to replace Amadou Onana.The Belgian international completed a £50million move to Aston Villa on Monday.Financial constraints mean the Toffees would only be able to make a loan proposal for Phillips, though, the report adds.Fulham are also monitoring the situation following Joao Palhinha’s move to Bayern Munich.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPhillips is currently in the USA with City for their pre-season tour and played in their friendly defeat to Celtic on Tuesday.The Premier League champions are set to play matches against AC Milan, Barcelona and Chelsea before returning to England in August.Where next for Kalvin Phillips?Speaking after the match against Celtic, Pep Guardiola admitted he is unsure on Phillips’ future at the Etihad Stadium.The City boss explained: “We’ll see. He’s training really well, he made a really good first half against Celtic.”He came from an injury, that’s why we didn’t want to give him more minutes. But we’ll see, he knows the situation.”Phillips played in Manchester City’s friendly loss to Celtic on TuesdayCredit: AFP More

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      Forgotten Chelsea wonderkid whose move landed Blues with transfer ban set to continue career in IRAN at 33

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      FORMER Chelsea wonderkid Gael Kakuta is set to become football’s new Prince of Persia… by joining a club in IRAN.The Blues landed a fine and transfer ban when signing the French-born winger from Lens in 2007.Gael Kakuta of DR Congo during the CAF Africa Cup of NationsCredit: GettyOnce dubbed the most gifted player of his generation, he spent eight years at Stamford Bridge.Kakuta, 33, also had loan spells with Fulham and Bolton.The DR Congo international is under contract with French Ligue 2 side Amiens until 2026.But Kakuta is now reportedly poised to sign a two-year deal with top Iranian club Esteghlal.READ MORE IN football They have opened talks with the Lille-born ace, and he is thought keen to swap his third spell with modest Amiens for a move to Tehran.Football is hugely popular in Iran, with the national team regularly qualifying for World Cup finals.Esteghlal finished runners-up in the Persian Pro League last season, and have been national champions nine times.Nicknamed the Blue Boys, they play at the 78,000-capacity Azadi Stadium.Most read in FootballKakuta made 16 senior Chelsea appearancesCredit: Graham Hughes – The TimesCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSChelsea pre-season tour squad and notable absenteesGoalkeepers: Robert SanchezMarcus BettinelliEddie BeachLucas BergstromDefenders: Reece JamesMalo GustoJosh AcheampongWesley FofanaAxel DisasiTosin AdarabioyoBenoit BadiashileLevi ColwillBen ChilwellRenato VeigaMidfielders: Carney ChukwuemekaRomeo LaviaLesley UgochukwuKiernan Dewsbury-HallAndrey SantosForwards: Nicolas JacksonChristopher NkunkuRaheem SterlingMykhailo MudrykNoni MaduekeArmando BrojaTyrique GeorgeMarc GuiuAngeloNotable absentees: (Internationals)Cole PalmerConor Gallagher Enzo FernandezMarc Cucurella(Left out ahead of possible loan/sale)Romelu LukakuOmari Kellyman Alfie Gilchrist Bashir Humphreys Cesare Casadei David Datro Fofana Deivid WashingtonDjordje PetrovicEsteghal would be the THIRTEENTH different club of Kakuta’s nomadic career.The 73-cap France youth international has played in Holland, Italy, Spain and China as well as his birth country and England.He made 16 senior Chelsea appearances, and also played handfuls of top-flight games for Fulham and Bolton.Chelsea’s top summer transfer targets More

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      Ben Chilwell ‘leads shock Chelsea transfer list with future of England star and fellow key man far from certain’

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      BEN CHILWELL could be among Chelsea’s top candidates to be sold during the summer transfer window.The Blues are planning a significant clearout following two years under Todd Boehly’s ownership, which has already seen them splashing over £1billion on transfers alone.Chelsea star Ben Chilwell could be on his way out of Stamford BridgeCredit: GettyChelsea’s starting goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic could also leaveCredit: AlamyAccording to The Athletic, the West Londoners are set to offload a number of players, including a few key man from last season.The report claims the compatibility of Chilwell, 27, with new manager Enzo Maresca’s style is “less than clear”.The full-back is one of Chelsea’s highest earners and the club could be open to selling him if the price is right.However, the England international’s injury record could have a negative effect in the transfer market.Read More on ChelseaDjordje Petrovic, meanwhile, appears an even more likely candidate to be sold, despite playing as Chelsea’s No1 last season under former boss Mauricio Pochettino.There are doubts about Petrovic’s ability to play in the way Maresca demands, and his impressive performances last term have club chiefs believing they could make a profit this summer.Conor Gallagher’s situation continues to be unclear as there is an equal chance of a departure and a contract renewal.Gallagher has 12 months left on his contract and is expected to join the team for the pre-season tour in the US while various Premier League clubs continue to monitor his situation.Most read in FootballKepa Arrizabalaga could be on his way out after an unsuccessful loan stint at Real Madrid as Al-Ittihad continue to hold talks after having an opening bid rejected.Chelsea are also expecting to receive good news from Napoli, with the Italians seeing Romelu Lukaku as a potential replacement for Victor Osimhen.Chelsea stars board flight to California for pre-season tour of USAnd Lens have expressed interest in Malang Sarr during the summer transfer window.Chelsea would only consider permanent deals for Kepa, Lukaku and Sarr due to their sizeable wages.Lesley Ugochukwu, Harvey Vale and Leo Castledine have all been earmarked for loan moves.Trevoh Chalobah, who was left out of the pre-season squad, Armando Broja, Cesare Casadei and David Datro Fofana could all be sold if acceptable offers arrive. More

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      Man Utd’s iconic Class of ’92 snap up Liverpool’s youngest ever goalscorer as wonderkid looks to revitalise his career

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      FORMER Liverpool midfielder Ben Woodburn, the youngest goalscorer in the club’s history, has joined League Two club Salford.Woodburn scored on his second Reds appearance against Leeds aged 17 years and 45 days in 2016 but left Anfield in 2022.Ben Woodburn was the youngest goalscorer in Liverpool’s historyCredit: GettyHe has has now joined Salford – a team owned by stars from Liverpool’s fiercest rivalsCredit: GettyWoodburn celebrates making history with his former Liverpool team-matesCredit: PA:Press AssociationHe was unable to earn consistent first-team football and went out on four loans before being let go.And now the 24-year-old has joined Salford – a team jointly-owned by Manchester United’s legendary Class of ’92.Woodburn signed a two-year deal with Salford after being released from Preston North End following 63 appearances this summer.He will be reunited with Salford boss Karl Robinson – who managed him during his loan spell at Oxford.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSWoodburn said: “Obviously, I have a bit of a connection as I played under the gaffer at Oxford, me and him got on really well.”It was a bit of a pull to come here. I really enjoyed my time under Karl, it was a shame it got cut short with an injury that I had.”But, I am just really excited to get back playing under him.”“Most teams that I have been at, we’ve been pushing for the top end of the table, so hopefully we can do that here and get Salford back where they should be, near the top of the table.”Most read in EFLBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe Ammies, co-owned by Gary Neville and other members of United’s famed Class of ’92, appointed Robinson in January.Woodburn has managed 11 caps for Wales though the last of those came in 2021. Manchester United’s top transfer targetsIt has been a busy summer for Salford, who have already added to their ranks the likes of James Chester – a former United star – and Cole Stockton. Woodburn’s Liverpool careerHe joined Liverpool’s under-7s where he steadily progressed through the youth ranks.When he was 15 years old, Woodburn left his school, and was fast-tracked from Liverpool’s under-16s to the under-18s where his rapid development saw him included in Liverpool’s “Futures Group”.Having impressed first-team manager Jurgen Klopp, Woodburn was handed his non-competitive debut during the 2016–17 pre-season in a 1–0 win over Tranmere Rovers.He came off the bench in Liverpool’s next match to score one and assist another for Roberto Firmino in a 5–0 friendly win over Fleetwood Town.Woodburn then, along with Kevin Stewart and fellow academy graduate Trent Alexander-Arnold, signed his first professional contract with Liverpool in November 2016.He became Liverpool’s youngest goalscorer when he came off the bench to score in an EFL Cup quarter-final win over Leeds United, bettering Michael Owen’s record by 98 days.Woodburn joined Sheffield United, Oxford, and Blackpool on loan after leaving Anfield two years agoCredit: Getty – Contributor More

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      Chelsea make shock approach for LaLiga goalkeeper as Blues draw up four-man transfer shortlist

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      CHELSEA have made an initial approach for Villarreal goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen, according to reports.The Blues are in the market for a new No1 after both Robert Sanchez and Djordje Petrovic had spells between the sticks last season. Filip Jorgensen is wanted by ChelseaCredit: GettyNew manager Enzo Maresca supposedly wants a goalkeeper comfortable with the ball at his feet. Chelsea chiefs have identified Jorgensen and talks have begun with the player’s representatives, according to Fabrizio Romano.The Dane played 37 times for Villarreal last season and made 143 saves – which was more than any other goalkeeper in LaLiga.Jorgensen reportedly has a £34million release clause.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd the 22-year-old is one of four stoppers on Chelsea’s summer shortlist.Leicester keeper Mads Hermansen, who worked with Maresca as they won the Championship last term, is one of those on the club’s radar.Meanwhile, no talks have started for Valencia and Georgia’s Euro 2024 star Giorgi Mamardashvili.But Chelsea may need to offload Kepa Arrizabalaga before any possible incomings.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe Spaniard is holding out for a move back to Real Madrid after spending last season on loan there.Todd Boehly has continued to splash the cash this summer despite the threat of breaking PSR rules, having already signed Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Tosin Adarabioyo, Omari Kellyman, Renato Veiga and Marc Guiu.Chelsea fans can’t wait for new season as video of training session emerges – but some fear ‘we’re revealing too much’ More

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      Aston Villa complete club record Amadou Onana transfer as Everton confirm departure in brief statement

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      ASTON VILLA have completed the signing of Amadou Onana for a club record deal.Unai Emery’s side have paid £50million for the Everton star.Amadou Onana has joined Aston Villa for £50mCredit: Instagram / @avfcofficialOnana made 37 appearances for Everton last seasonCredit: PAThe Toffees confirmed the news in a short statement, which read: “Amadou Onana has joined Aston Villa on a permanent transfer.”The midfielder, who joined Everton from Lille in August 2022, made 75 appearances for the Blues, scoring four goals.”He had previously had spells with Hamburg and Hoffenheim in Germany.”Everton thanks Amadou for his service and wishes him well for the future.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOnana, 22, has supposedly signed a five-year contract at Villa Park. The transfer sees the club smash their transfer record after spending £46m on Moussa Diaby from Bayer Leverkusen last summer.Onana played every minute for Belgium at Euro 2024 and managed 37 appearances for Everton last season.He has previously been linked with the likes of Bayern Munich, Arsenal and Manchester United – with the latter reportedly failing in a last ditch attempt to hijack the move.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe arrival of Onana bolsters Emery’s options in midfielder ahead of the club’s Champions League campaign after they sold Douglas Luiz to Juventus for £42.35m.Villa have already splashed the cash this summer – bringing in eight new players.Aston Villa stars and wags go wild as Emi Martinez soaks team in champagne after Haaland goal secures Champions LeagueAston Villa’s summer signings Amadou Onana £50mIan Maatsen £37.5mJaden Philogene £15mSamuel Iling-Junior £14.3mEnzo Barrenechea £9.7mLewis Dobbin £9mKosta Nedeljkovic £8mRoss Barkley £5m More

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      Former England star Gareth Barry, 43, comes out of retirement four years after hanging up his boots

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      GARETH BARRY has come out of retirement to play non-league football.Barry’s Premier League career stretched over 20 years playing for Aston Villa, Manchester City, Everton and West Brom. Gareth Barry has come out of football retirementCredit: PA:Empics SportBarry has signed for Mid Sussex side HurstpierpointHe won the title with City in 2012 and earned 53 England caps, scoring three goals.Barry announced his retirement in 2020 during his time at West Brom – but he will now drop down the levels.That is because the 43-year-old has signed for Mid Sussex side Hurstpierpoint.A social media post read: “We are beyond delighted to announce that former England international and all-time Premier League record appearance holder, Gareth Barry, has signed for Hurstpierpoint Football Club.READ MORE IN football “Gareth has a long-standing association with the village through his good friend, and our Coach, Michael Standing; so it seemed an obvious move to get him involved with the football club.”His quality in training has been unreal, so we’re all very excited to see him pull on the shirt and grace the Fairfield turf later on this season. Welcome to Hurstpierpoint, Gareth.”Hurstpierpoint, established in 1886, play in the 11th tier of English football. Mr Reliable, Barry, holds the record for most Premier League appearances with 653 overall.Most read in FootballMost Prem appearances Gareth Barry, 653 James Milner, 634 Ryan Giggs, 632Frank Lampard, 609David James, 572Gary Speed, 535Emile Heskey, 516Mark Schwarzer, 514Jamie Carragher, 508 Phil Neville, 505 But his throne is under threat with James Milner trailing behind by 19 with 634 ahead of the new season. Milner, 38, played 15 times for Brighton in the league last season and was rewarded with a one-year contract extension. Football’s weirdest contract clauses revealed including non-Arsenal agreement and a private jet promise More