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      Man Utd ‘send scouts to watch Barcelona wonderkid, 19, score screamer on international duty’ to bolster shaky defence

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      MANCHESTER UNITED sent scouts to watch Barcelona defender Mikayil Faye score a stunner on his Senegal debut on Friday night as they line up a potential summer transfer.The centre-back, 19, is yet to feature for Barcelona’s first-team but his performances for their B side have already earned him a national team call-up.Mikayil Faye is being linked with a move to Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyHe lined up in a back three as Senegal claimed a comfortable 3-0 victory in the friendly.And Faye, who has three goals for Barcelona B, produced a remarkable moment of magic on the stroke of half-time.The ball came out to him 30 yards from goal and his wonderful left-footed strike flew into the top corner to double Senegal’s lead.According to The Mail, Man Utd have been following his progress for three months.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe youngster, who can play as a left-back or centre-half, joined Barcelona from NK Kustosija in Croatia one year ago.But Man Utd face an uphill task if they are to tempt Barcelona to sell Faye.The LaLiga champions rejected £13million offers from Nice and Lens in January – with their asking price believed to be in the region of £25m.However, that has not deterred interest from some top clubs.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBayer Leverkusen and Inter Milan are two sides understood to be keen on the defender.Leverkusen could prove to be the biggest challengers to Erik ten Hag’s men as they are keen to bolster their squad in the summer to help keep manager Xabi Alonso and give him a real chance of competing in the Champions League.Sir Jim Ratcliffe, 71, needs a PB in London Marathon if he’s to make Man Utd’s FA Cup semi-final after kick-off switchBut Man Utd could yet land the Senegal international – who would provide much-needed defensive cover.Ten Hag has been hampered by injuries at left-back and centre-back this season – most notably Luke Shaw, Tyrell Malacia and Lisandro Martinez. More

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      Donny van de Beek’s future up in the air as German giants make shock decision on Man Utd star

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      DONNY VAN DE BEEK is set to return to Manchester United this summer with Eintracht Frankfurt unlikely to make his loan permanent.The Dutchman, 26, joined the Bundesliga side on loan in January having hardly featured for the Red Devils this term.Donny van de Beek has played six times for Eintracht FrankfurtCredit: GettyVan de Beek, 26, struggled for game time at Man UtdCredit: RexVan de Beek viewed the loan switch as a chance to revive his career away from Old Trafford.Things have not gone to plan, however, with the midfielder having only managed six appearances for his loan side, failing to register a goal or assist.He has lost his starting place in recent weeks, with Eintracht disappointed in his output.According to German outlet Bild, the Bundesliga side do not want to active their £8.5million option to buy Van de Beek.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe former Ajax ace will have a year remaining on his United contract come the summer.Van de Beek was managed by Erik ten Hag during his successful stint in Amsterdam.But Ten Hag’s arrival in Manchester failed to kickstart Van de Beek’s United career.He made just two brief substitute appearances for the Red Devils during the first half of this season, prior to moving on loan.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERVan de Beek joined Man Utd in a £39m deal in 2020.He has played 62 times for the Red Devils, scoring two goals and laying on a pair of assists.Gabby Agbonlahor says that Donny Van de Beek should be given a chance in the Man Utd midfield The playmaker spent the second half of the 2021-22 season on loan at Everton.He played seven times for the Toffees, netting once. More

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      Arsenal ‘chasing Forest star for shock transfer as embattled club frantically aim to balance books after FFP breach’

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      ARSENAL are targeting Nottingham Forest star Morgan Gibbs-White ahead of the summer transfer window, reports suggest.The Gunners are pushing for their first Premier League title since the Invincibles’ triumph in 2004 as they currently sit top of the table.Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is already looking on summer transfersCredit: GettyHowever, the North Londoners are always keeping an eye on the summer market as manager Mikel Arteta’s rebuild continues.And according to The Star, Arteta is planning on some major transfer business come June.The Spanish tactician is looking to reshape his ranks and the club is keen on adding Gibbs-White, 24, to the squad.This comes amid reports suggesting Emile Smith Rowe could be on his way out of the Emirates.Read More on ArsenalAnd Forest’s playmaker is seen as the perfect replacement for Smith Rowe if the academy graduate decides to go after a different challenge.The same source claims Nottingham are weighing up cashing in on their star man.This comes after the Tricky Trees were hit with a four-point deduction for breaching Profit and Sustainability Rules.And thus player departures are on the cards as Forest look to balance the books.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERGibbs-White is currently fully focused on Nuno Espirito Santo’s side amid another intense relegation scrap.The recent points deduction has seen Forest plummet to the drop zone in 18th place.Morgan Gibbs-White’s stunning Wag Britney goes braless in daring dress to surprise him on Valentine’s Day The attacking midfielder joined Evangelos Marinakis’ club in 2022 following a record £44.5million deal with Wolves.The former England youth international has since justified his price with a total of 71 appearances in the last two seasons.Arsenal are keeping tabs on Nottingham Forest star Morgan Gibbs-WhiteCredit: Rex More

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      Five Arsenal stars who have just a handful of games to save their futures including Smith Rowe and forgotten transfer

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      WITH the end of the season approaching, Arsenal remain in the hunt for Premier League and Champions League glory.But some players are focused on fighting for their future as well as getting their hands on silverware.Mikel Arteta could cash in on several squad players this summerCredit: GettyAaron Ramsdale may not make another appearance for ArsenalCredit: GettyMikel Arteta’s side have a congested fixture list to content during the run-in.The Gunners have season-defining games such as their Champions League quarter-final against Bayern Munich and clashes with Manchester City, Tottenham and Manchester United still to come.Arteta could need to use his squad depth and that will give a few fringe players a handful of games to prove they are worth keeping next year.SunSport take a look at five Arsenal players who are in danger of being axed this summer.READ MORE ON ARSENALAaron RamsdaleFuture appearances in an Arsenal kit appear limited for Ramsdale amid his desire for regular starts.David Raya was signed from Brentford before the start of the season and after the England star made a few mistakes, the Spaniard has been the first choice between the sticks.His heroics against Porto in the shoot-out only strengthened his hold on the position.And Ramsdale’s recent error against the Bees when his clearance was charged down by goalscorer Yoane Wissa showed his time at the Emirates is all-but over.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERGiven injuries and red cards, the much-loved back-up keeper could still have a part to play, although several Premier League clubs will be preparing bids for the 25-year-old assuming he will be off either way.Fabio VieiraVieira has become somewhat of a forgotten man at Arsenal and it is safe to say his £30million move from Porto hasn’t worked out.The midfielder has missed 16 games this term due to a groin injury, starting just three times in all competitions.Vieira, 23, is a player with talent but has fallen down the pecking order.It seems unlikely he will make it beyond the summer window as an Arsenal player unless he can come up with a big goal on the club’s route to a trophy.There is interest in Vieira, whose contract doesn’t expire until 2027, from sides abroad.Fabio Vieira has struggled to nail down a spot in Arsenal’s starting XI consistentlyCredit: GettyWill Pugh and Tom Barclay discuss Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes ahead of ‘biggest game in 20 years’ against Man CityEmile Smith RoweIt has been another season plagued by injury for Smith Rowe and his days at Arsenal look numbered.Similarly to Vieira, the attacking midfielder has huge potential but has started just three matches this season.Smith Rowe, 23, scored ten Prem goals just two seasons ago and he could be called upon off the bench should the Gunners find themselves struggling to break down an opponent during the run-in.And he needs to perform a miracle to avoid the axe amid previous interest from the likes of Aston Villa and West Ham.Smith Rowe could also help fund a revamp of the squad this summer as financially, selling him would count as 100 per cent profit due to him being a homegrown star.Emile Smith Rowe has been hit by injuries in recent seasonsCredit: RexReiss NelsonNelson penned a contract extension last summer but it would be no surprise to see the club cash in this time around.The 24-year-old winger has been in the starting XI just once across both the Prem and Champions League this season.Nelson is surplus to requirements and it would take an injury to a key man like Bukayo Saka, Leandro Trossard or Gabriel Martinelli for him to be handed a chance in the remainder of the campaign.His best moment in a Gunners shirt came when he scored a last-gasp winner in the 3-2 victory over Bournemouth last season.He has to come up with something similar to avoid being sold amid interest from Brighton.Reiss Nelson is surplus to requirements at ArsenalCredit: GettyEddie NketiahNketiah is often amongst the goals but there is a feeling he’s not quite good enough to lead the line for a title-challenging side.Arteta has found a way to get his team scoring prolifically without a recognised number nine and Gabriel Jesus remains his first choice striker.It would be no surprise to see Arsenal enter the transfer market for a new goalscorer this summer and part of the move could be funded by the sale of Nketiah.READ MORE SUN STORIESWolves and Crystal Palace have previously expressed an interest.Nketiah will be hoping for a big moment off the bench in the run-in to make the club want to keep him.Eddie Nketiah could make way for a new striker in the summerCredit: Getty More

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      Top 10 managers for making money from selling stars in transfer window including Pep Guardiola & FOUR ex-Chelsea bosses

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      THE likes of Pep Guardiola and Jose Mourinho often have the luxury of splashing cash on world-class players.But which managers have seen their best stars poached for the most amount of money?Pep Guardiola has sold some of the world’s biggest playersCredit: RexDiego Simeone tops the listCredit: GettySportingpedia have crunched the numbers to reveal the top ten managers who have made their clubs the most in player sales.And top of the pile is Atletico Madrid gaffer Diego Simeone. The Argentine is into his 13th season in charge of the club and has seen them pocket a whopping £983million in the transfer market.Simeone’s biggest sale comes from letting Antoine Griezmann go to Barcelona for £103m before re-signing him for just £34m three years later.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAtleti have also sold Lucas Hernandez to Bayern Munich for £68m, Rodri to Manchester City for £60m and Thomas Partey to Arsenal for a reported £45m.Second on the list is Leonardo Jardim, who is currently in charge of Qatari side Al-Rayyan.But his mega-money sales came when in charge of Monaco from 2014 to 2019.Jardim saw his incredible team ripped apart by Europe’s biggest clubs as Kylian Mbappe, James Rodriguez, Thomas Lemar, Fabinho, Bernardo Silva, Benjamin Mendy and Anthony Martial all left in deals worth over a supposed £45m.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERIn third is Guardiola, who has revamped Man City’s team by selling stars like Gabriel Jesus, Raheem Sterling and Leroy Sane.Ex-Chelsea managers dominate the top ten with Jose Mourinho, Carlo Ancelotti, Thomas Tuchel and Rafael Benitez making the cut.The Biggest January Flop Signings In Premier League HistoryJuventus boss Max Allegri is mixed in with the ex-Blues chiefs after spending a total of 12 years in charge of the Turin-based side and AC Milan.Staying in Italy, veteran Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini comes in seventh.He has sold more players than any other of his rivals on the list, having flogged 166 players in his lengthy career.The top ten is completed by current Al-Hilal gaffer Jorge Jesus.He is another who had to contend with selling his top stars when at Benfica for six seasons. The Portuguese giants offloaded Angel Di Maria, David Luiz, Nemanja Matic, Axel Witsel and Jan Oblak while Jesus was in the dugout. More

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      Arsenal lining up shock cut-price transfer for Man City outcast who fell out with Pep Guardiola

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      ARSENAL are ready to pounce for Joao Cancelo – if Barcelona are unable to turn his loan move into a permanent one.Cancelo, 29, still has three years left on his Manchester City contract but has not been at the Etihad for 14 months after a fall-out with Pep Guardiola.Joao Cancelo is currently on loan at Barcelona from Manchester CiyCredit: GettyCancelo fell out with Man City boss Pep Guardiola before leaving the Etihad on loanCredit: AFPHe moved to the Nou Camp in September but, despite being a regular and Barcelona having first option to sign him, they insist the £40million asking price is too steep.That has alerted Gunners boss Mikel Arteta, who knows Cancelo well from his time as Guardiola’s assistant.His ability to play on either flank is a huge plus for Arteta, who is in the market for a top level left-back, while Cancelo also impressed in midfield when he was pushed forward at City.Cancelo has made it no secret that he would prefer to stay at Barca.READ MORE ON ARSENALYet they do not want to go beyond paying another loan fee to keep him for a further 12 months.He spent the previous six months at Bayern Munich but the German giants also insisted the asking price was too high.City want the Portugal international off the books, rather than seeing his price drop the longer he remains their player.Arteta has raided City for Oleksandr Zinchenko and Gabriel Jesus in the past.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd, as much as he would like to stay at Barca, Cancelo may be tempted by another link-up with the Spaniard in the summer.He made 154 appearances for Man City, scoring nine goals and providing 22 assists.Four Arsenal stars confronted Arsene Wenger after huge stars sold to bitter rivals, reveals Jack Wilshere The full-back won three Premier League titles and the Carabao Cup at the Etihad, before he left for Barcelona and won the LaLiga title last year.This season he has played 32 games in all competitions, starting 22 of their 29 league matches. More

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      Real Madrid ready to test Liverpool with £75million bid for Trent Alexander-Arnold as Reds face summer transfer exodus

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      LIVERPOOL star Trent Alexander-Arnold is a £75million target for Real Madrid.The England full-back, 25, has just over a year left on his current deal at Anfield.Real Madrid are understood to be interested in Trent Alexander-ArnoldCredit: EPAAnd Spanish giants Real are ready to test the Reds’ resolve to hold on to their home-grown star as they continue the rebuild of Carlo Ancelotti’s team.Liverpool have no desire to sell Alexander-Arnold this summer.And they remain hopeful of tying him down to another long-term contract.But, if negotiations stall, Real are unlikely to be alone in trying to tempt the Merseysiders into cashing in.And the Reds know they are running the risk of losing the ball-playing right-back for nothing next year.Agreeing new terms with Alexander-Arnold will be one of the top priorities for Liverpool’s new hierarchy this summer.The biggest task for Michael Edwards — returning to Anfield as CEO of football in the summer — and new sporting director Richard Hughes is to appoint a successor to outgoing boss Jurgen Klopp.But Mo Salah and captain Virgil van Dijk are in the same contractual position as Alexander-Arnold.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd that could lead to a summer of major upheaval for the title challengers.All three are already among the club’s top earners but will be expecting improved terms and a suitably inspiring replacement for Klopp.Charlie Adam on watching golf with Liverpool boss Kenny Dalglish instead of transfer talksThe Saudi Pro League is desperate to lure Salah in particular.There will also be interest in goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher.Due to Alisson being injured, the Irishman, 25, has started each of Liverpool’s last five Premier League games and also played in their Carabao Cup final triumph over Chelsea.But he has just 43 appearances since arriving at Anfield in 2019 and could now be tempted away from Merseyside after several impressive displays.Alexander-Arnold has played 21 Premier League games this season but is currently injured More

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      Seven Chelsea stars with just two months to save their futures including Sterling and Gallagher

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      CHELSEA are ready to embark on another epic transfer quest this summer.And seven current stars may have just two months to save their Stamford Bridge futures.Seven Chelsea stars are entering a key two months to convince Mauricio Pochettino of their futuresCredit: AlamyTodd Boehly is ready to splash the cash, but will also have to sell to balance the booksCredit: APTodd Boehly has already spent a mind-blowing £1billion on signings since taking charge in 2022.However, that figure is yet to transform into success on the pitch.Mauricio Pochettino is the fifth man to take charge of Chelsea’s dugout after Thomas Tuchel, Graham Potter, Bruno Saltor and Frank Lampard.And after finishing 12th last season, the Blues are sitting just one place better this term in 11th.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt’s now reckoned Boehly will make another big push in the market to cover specialist areas.He wants to land a free-scoring striker, with SunSport exclusively revealing Chelsea’s interest in Brentford star Ivan Toney.There could also be an addition at centre-back and left-back, while a technical winger is also on the agenda.But Chelsea are already toeing the line with Financial Fair Play.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERIt means if there are any incomings, there must also be outgoings.Boehly hopes to offload wantaway flops Kepa Arrizabalaga and Romelu Lukaku to Saudi Arabian sides once their respective loans at Real Madrid and Roma end.Could Jose Mourinho return to Chelsea?However, a host of other players who are hoping to remain put could also be forced out.And they are now in a fight for their futures at Chelsea.Here, SunSport looks at the seven stars who in a scrap for survival…England international Raheem Sterling could be set for the Chelsea exit doorCredit: AlamyRAHEEM STERLINGCosting over £47million in 2022, the winger looks a shadow of the player who won four titles at Man City.He is yet to win over Chelsea fans, who loudly jeered his performance against Leicester on Sunday.And his exit would open the door for Mykhailo Mudryk to finally develop, while also giving space for the signing of a new speedster.But with Sterling on a reported £325,000-a-week in west London, there may not be many takers for him this summer.Conor Gallagher could fetch a hefty fee for the BluesCredit: GettyCONOR GALLAGHERThe academy man has really stepped up to the plate this season.After looking set to leave last summer, Gallagher has been a key part of any success Pochettino has enjoyed this season.He is desperate to stay put as his contract approaches its final year.But Boehly appears hesitant to reward Gallagher with a deserving salary, which could end up with the midfielder making a controversial move to rivals Tottenham.Robert Sanchez could fetch a quick quid for the BluesCredit: ReutersROBERT SANCHEZA curious buy after dropping down to third-choice at former club Brighton.The £25m goalie looked unconvincing before his injury allowed Djordje Petrovic to become No1.And Sanchez did his chances of reclaiming the spot little good with a jittery showing in the FA Cup win over Leicester.There are several youngsters at Chelsea desperate for a chance too, making Sanchez a prime candidate to earn a quick buck for Boehly.Marc Cucurella has yet to justify his heft price tagCredit: GettyMARC CUCURELLAIs starting to finally show glimpses of his undoubted talent after an awful debut season.He was a surprise £60m investment from Brighton, especially given the options Chelsea already had at left-back.However, it’s reckoned the Blues want ANOTHER player in that position following Ben Chilwell’s latest injury problems.And Cucurella could be sacrificed if Chelsea are able to recoup their losses.Trevoh Chalobah has caught the eye of several clubsCredit: GettyTREVOH CHALOBAHLike Gallagher, another academy product who would represent pure profit on the books if sold.He was wanted by Spurs and Nottingham Forest last summer before an injury scuppered any chance of an exit.Chalobah also stayed put in January and is now back in Chelsea’s starting XI after impressing Pochettino.But history shows Boehly is operating on his own wavelength, and is likely to sell Chalobah should a decent offer arrive — regardless of his performances.Armando Broja could fetch a decent fee for the BluesCredit: AlamyARMANDO BROJAChelsea slapped an outrageous £50m price-tag on the striker in January, leading to ridicule from rival fans.Broja managed just one goal before his winter loan to Fulham.But he is yet to make a single start for the Cottagers, meaning Chelsea will have no chance of sticking to their original asking price.And with Poch hoping for a deadly No9 to arrive, Broja’s future at the Bridge is likely over already.Thiago Silva is a prime candidate leave Stamford Bridge this summerCredit: AlamyTHIAGO SILVAThe biggest casualty of Chelsea’s recently revival in form, Silva’s age and lack of speed has finally caught up to him.The Brazilian legend is out of contract this summer and, barring a miracle comeback, will be released when it expires.READ MORE SUN STORIESSilva would love to stay put, and many fans would also like to keep him around.But after his wife criticised Pochettino’s decisions earlier this season, an exit may be the best solution for all parties. 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