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      Tottenham coach Ryan Mason wanted by West Brom to become new boss… but Baggies hit by major hurdle

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      TOTTENHAM’S Europa League progress is causing problems for West Brom’s bid to land coach Ryan Mason as boss.Highly-rated Mason, 33, is part of Ange Postecoglou’s staff and Spurs’ desperate need to win the competition is his priority.Ryan Mason is wanted by West BromCredit: GettyThe Baggies are willing to wait before deciding on their next manager, but a delay over Mason leaves the door open for other candidates to move into pole position.Tony Mowbray was sacked by West Brom last month after getting only five wins in 18 league games, ending their play-off hopes.The Baggies’ season officially ended on Saturday as the club had to settle for a 9th-placed finish.The club were four points off the top six despite boasting the fifth-best goal difference in the league.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLSpurs have one foot in the Europa League final after they saw off Bodo/Glimt 3-1 in the first leg of their semi-final.It is likely to be an all-English final against Manchester Utd in Bilbao on May 21.Mason, 33, harbours ambitions to be a manager one day – but also is keen to do the right thing by Tottenham.The former midfielder had two stints as interim Spurs boss following the exits of Jose Mourinho in 2021 and then Cristian Stellini, who himself has succeeded Antonio Conte, in 2023.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSOutside of those brief spells as boss, Mason has worked as an assistant manager, technical coach and head of academy coaching at the North London club.Ex-England international Mason was forced to retire as a player in 2018 after a sickening head clash with Chelsea’s Gary Cahill while playing for Hull a year earlier.Moment Graham Potter ‘loses entire West Ham fanbase in 20 seconds’ with shocking Tottenham comments_1His brief spells in charge of Spurs saw him oversee 13 games, winning six, losing six and drawing once – including a 1-0 defeat to Man City in the 2021 Carabao Cup final.Mason had previously been linked with a move to become the Anderlecht manager.In October 2024, it was reported that he held talks with the Belgian club but ultimately stayed put in North London.Ryan Mason’s full record as interim managerHere’s a look at the 13 results managed by Ryan Mason during his two spells as Tottenham’s interim boss…Post MourinhoLeicester 2-4 SpursSpurs 1-2 Aston VillaSpurs 2-0 WolvesLeeds 3-1 SpursSpurs 4-0 Sheffield UnitedMan City 1-0 Spurs (Carabao Cup final)Spurs 2-1 SouthamptonPost ConteLeeds 1-4 SpursSpurs 1-3 BrentfordAston Villa 2-1 SpursSpurs 1-0 Crystal PalaceLiverpool 4-3 SpursSpurs 2-2 Man Utd More

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      Man Utd star Casemiro ‘in line for massive pay rise if club win the Europa League giving Ruben Amorim huge headache’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED ace Casemiro will pocket a HUGE pay rise if Ruben Amorim’s side win the Europa League, reports suggest.And the midfielder’s new wages would see him making the exact same amount as Cristiano Ronaldo during his second stint at Old Trafford.Casemiro will receive a massive pay rise if Manchester United win the Europa LeagueCasemiro would make the same amount as Cristiano Ronaldo during his second stint at Man UtdUnited have switched their attention to the Europa League as it poses as their only hope for Champions League qualification amid an awful season that has seen them slump down to 15th place in the Premier League.According to The Star, however, winning the trophy would bring a major dilemma for Man Utd manager Amorim regarding what to do with Casemiro.The Brazil international has a clause in his contract which guarantees him a staggering 25 per cent raise if the Red Devils return to the Champions League.The ex-Real Madrid star made that agreement with the Manchester giants before moving from Santiago Bernabeu in 2022 at a time when the Prem outfit weren’t in Europe’s elite competition.Read More on Man UtdTherefore, if United win the Europa League on May 21 in Bilbao then Casemiro will see his salary go up by a whopping £100,000 a week.That would see the Brazilian making £500,000 a week, which is exactly the same amount Ronaldo pocketed from 2021 until 2022.That could pose as a problem for Amorim, who’s been asked to slash the wage bill by minority shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe.Casemiro has endured an inconsistent three-year spell at Old Trafford but the Portuguese tactician still values him as he managed to regain top form in recent weeks.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe defensive midfielder helped Man Utd destroy Athletic Bilbao with a score of 3-0 in the first leg of the Europa League semi-finals on Thursday at San Mames, which is where the final will take place.Bilbao now have all to do in Thursday’s second leg, therefore United pose as favourites to advance to the final where they could face Premier League foes Tottenham.Rio Ferdinand blasts ‘highly disrespectful’ Jamie Carragher for brutal eight-word assessment of Man Utd star CasemiroBut a triumph in Bilbao, which would see the Red Devils salvaging their dreadful season, will see Casemiro becoming their highest-paid player.And he doesn’t seem keen on leaving before his contract runs out in 2026 as he and his family are happy in Manchester.Therefore, Amorim’s hand may be forced as he also need to raise funds to put together a major squad revamp in search of players that can apply his favoured 3-4-2-1 formation next season. More

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      Liverpool ready to let Trent Alexander-Arnold join Real Madrid EARLY… but it will cost the Spaniards

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      TRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD is set to join Real Madrid from Liverpool for less than £1million in time for the Club World Cup.As SunSport reported in December, Real want the defender to be available for their opening game of next month’s Fifa competition.Liverpool are set to allow Trent Alexander-Arnold to join Real Madrid early for a feeCredit: EPAAnd reports in Spain say Kop chiefs are prepared to let that happen for a token fee, while saving a month of the England star’s wages.Despite suggestions that Alexander-Arnold might join Mo Salah and Virgil van Dijk in penning a new deal, Liverpool are resigned to the home-grown full-back leaving for the Bernabeu.His contract expires on June 30 but Real are keen on pushing through a move before then.Two special transfer windows — from June 1 to 10 and June 27 to July 3 — will allow Club World Cup sides to improve their squads.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLReal are said to be willing to pay £850,000 to bring in TAA before the end of his deal, ahead of playing Saudi side Al-Hilal on June 18.Some Reds fans are upset that the club are set to lose the player for so little.They point to the example of Jack Grealish, who signed a new deal at hometown club Aston Villa before joining Manchester City for £100m — money that was used to help transform Villa.Meanwhile Liverpool are keen to tie down versatile forward Luis Diaz with a longer contract.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThe Colombian, who has just over two years left on his current deal, has been linked with Barcelona and the Saudi Pro League.Diaz, 28, has enjoyed an impressive season at the Reds.HOW LIVERPOOL WON THE TITLEHe is known to have dreamed of playing for Barca.But there is huge scepticism about the cash-strapped Catalans’ ability to pay big fees. More

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      Mason Greenwood puts Premier League on red alert with ex-Man Utd striker desperate to return to England

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      MASON GREENWOOD is pining for a return to England —  putting a string of Prem clubs on red alert.The forward, 23, left Manchester United for £26.6million last summer and signed a five-year deal with Marseille in the south of France.Mason Greenwood wants to move back to EnglandCredit: GettyHe has scored 19 goals for Marseille this seasonCredit: AFPHe came through the youth academy at Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyHe has scored 19 goals in 33 appearances for the Ligue 1 side.But he has faced repeated criticism from manager Roberto De Zerbi and was dropped in March for a perceived lack of work-rate.Greenwood — who had charges of attempted rape, assault and controlling and coercive behaviour dropped in February 2023 — is yearning for a return to the UK with partner Harriet Robson and their two young daughters.He signed for Marseille following a successful spell in Spain with Getafe.READ MORE ON MAN UTDAnd a source revealed:  “When Mason first left United he loved Spain.“He and Harriet moved to Madrid and rebuilt their lives.“He loved the fact he could just play football and his life off the pitch was not the subject of such intense focus.“He was really happy to sign for Marseille and loved living in France.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS“But he’s been abroad for nearly two years and the novelty has worn off.“Mason’s family visit but he is very introverted and misses his extended family and the friends he has from home.Top 10 highest paid footballersRoberto De Zerbi has been critical of the forward at timesCredit: Getty“A move back to the North West could suit him as he feels the vitriol he previously faced has died down a bit and people may have moved on.”Former Brighton boss De Zerbi dropped Greenwood and criticised his work-rate, saying: “I expect more from him.”Marseille’s Ultras have also unfurled a banner in the stands during games, urging him to  “Get a move on”. More

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      Relegated Southampton already planning for Aaron Ramsdale transfer exit as they line up EFL star

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      SOUTHAMPTON are checking on Sunderland keeper Anthony Patterson as a replacement for Aaron Ramsdale.Relegated Saints are keen on Patterson, 24, who is proven at Championship level. Aaron Ramsdale is set to leave relegated Southampton after one seasonCredit: PASaints are lining up a deal for Sunderland star Anthony PattersonCredit: GettyThey could go in with an offer if the Black Cats do not go up via the play-offs.England stopper Ramsdale, 26, is expected to leave St Mary’s, either permanently or on loan.Tottenham watched Patterson while they were seeking cover in goal.And the England Under-21 stopper was also being looked at by Burnley.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHis form dipped mid-season at the Stadium of Light.But the North Shields-born No 1 has a chance to put himself in the shop window in the play-offs as Regis Le Bris’ side face Coventry over two legs.Southampton are also looking closely at Angers’ Yahia Fofana, 24.The Ivory Coast No 1 is available for around £10million.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSAnd they are considering a fresh move for Crystal Palace winger Jesurun Rak-Sakyi, 22.Saints bid £5m plus extras before the Eagles agreed a loan deal with Sheffield United last summer.Disgusted Southampton fans stream out of St Mary’s 27 minutes into Tottenham clash after going 4-0 downMeanwhile, former boss Russell Martin is a managerial target for both Leicester and Rangers.He was sacked mid-season by Saints and replaced by Ivan Juric, who left last month. More

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      Sheffield United set to AXE club scouts as they turn to never-before-seen method to sign new players

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      SHEFFIELD UNITED are turning to an Anglo-American AI talent spotting company to find new players — and that will mean the axe for top scoutsThe Blades are now under American ownership, who plan to run all targets through the databanks and computerised systems of a super-spy company.Sheffield United are set to axe club scoutsCredit: RexManager Chris Wilder is hoping to take the club back to the Premier LeagueCredit: GettyPoker star James Bord is involved in the new system to find playersCredit: POKER VIDEOInsiders reveal Las Vegas-based, London-born James Bord is the middleman involved in finding players, hopefully for the Premier League next season.Bord made a fortune as a poker player before shifting his focus to the computer world, where his companies and ideas have thrived in several fields.Blades boss Chris Wilder signed several players for the promotion push and most were found by the old-fashioned way.However, the Yank owners are convinced that the new methods are the Blades’ future.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd insiders reveal that a couple of January signings were also double-checked for approval by this outfit.United also brought in a couple of young players from abroad in discoveries made by a San Francisco company called shortcircuit.science.Both Bord and business partner Evan Sofer are also the new owners of Scottish club Dunfermline through a company they set up called Park Bench.Links have already been forged between United and the Pars, with the two clubs pushing through a loan deal for Blades midfielder Owen Hampson.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSIf United make the Prem via the play-offs they will be relying heavily on finding the next signings by their new analytic allies.In the meantime, their own scouts could be reduced or made redundant as a result.Football teams that controversially changed their badgeBord’s relationship with United could also grow.He wants to have a stake in an English club and they are firmly in his sights.He already has an interest in Spanish side Cordoba and an outfit in Bulgaria, too.Who are these famous footballers? More

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      Aston Villa step up transfer bid for former Chelsea target Samu Aghehowa in huge hint over Marcus Rashford’s future

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      ASTON VILLA are stepping up their hunt for Porto striker Samu Aghehowa – as they look unlikely to trigger Marcus Rashford’s £40million buy-out option.Villa sent a scout to Portugal on Friday for another look at Aghehowa, who scored twice in a 3-1 win over Moreirense.Porto’s Samu Aghehowa is on the Prem radar once moreCredit: AlamyLoanee Marcus Rashford and Ollie Watkins are Villa’s main frontmenCredit: ReutersThe Spain Under-21 international put Porto ahead in the second half with a coolly-taken penalty before taking his season’s tally to 24 goals with a tidy near-post finish to seal the points.Villa have been watching Aghehowa – formerly known as Samu Omorodion – since he joined Porto from Atletico Madrid last summer.The 20-year-old announced last November 2024 he wanted to be known by his maternal surname Aghehowa to honour his mother.Aghehowa was set to sign for Chelsea last summer after the Blues agreed a fee of around £35m.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut the deal broke down in the final stages and Porto pounced with an offer of £12.5m for 50% of the player.Now Atletico are ready to cash in on their half-share this summer after seeing his value double during his short time in Portugal.Unlike Villa, Porto can no longer qualify for next season’s Champions League as the gap to the top two is too large and they may struggle to resist offers in excess of £50m for Aghehowa.Boss Unai Emery is keeping his options open over the number nine role at Villa Park for next season.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKOllie Watkins will turn 30 in December and the overall cost of making loan star Rashford’s transfer permanent appears a major obstacle.Villa currently pay a fraction of the Manchester United’s star’s wages and it would take an overall outlay of over £100m to afford the transfer fee and salary for a three-year deal.Ollie Watkins sends message to Aston Villa boss Emery and admits he’s FUMING at being dropped for Champions League gamesThe total package for Aghehowa would involve a higher up-front fee, but Villa could spread the cost over the length of the Spaniard’s contract.And the 20-year-old’s potential resale value would mean they are unlikely to lose out in the medium term.Rashford damaged his hamstring in training last week and looks likely to miss the rest of the season.Villa would be unable to field him if he recovers in time for their final Premier League game – against his parent club at Old Trafford on May 25.Ex-Atletico ace Aghehowa has hit 24 goals for Porto this seasonCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd ‘asked to buy back former left-back in order for Real Madrid to complete bizarre transfer’

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      REAL MADRID are trying to work out a bizarre arrangement with Manchester United in their bid to sign Benfica ace Alvaro Carreras this summer.Carreras, 22, moved to the Lisbon giants from United in 2024 as he and has attracted interest from Real during his counts a total of 63 appearances at Da Luz.Real Madrid are keeping tabs on Benfica ace Alvaro CarrerasReal are looking to work with Manchester United in their bid to sign CarrerasAccording to AS, Los Blancos are so keen they’re using his old club as a “bridge” in their bid to sign the £51millon-rated left-back.The Red Devils agreed to sell the Spain Under-21 international to the Portuguese outfit for a mere £5.1m.However, the Manchester giants included a buy-back clause worth £15.3m.Real are planning to work with United in a way that would see the Premier League giants activating Carreras’ relatively low asking price, which is exclusive to the Premier League giants.Read More on Man Utd Then the reigning Spanish and European champions would buy the Spaniard straight from Man Utd at a lower price than Benfica’s release clause.Madrid rate the full-back at around £27m – a sum that would also help Ruben Amorim’s side raise funds for a busy summer transfer market.Amorim is planning a major squad revamp in order to bring players in who can operate in his preferred 3-4-2-1 formation next season.If Carreras moves to the Santiago Bernabeu then that would signal a return to his old stomping ground from when he was a youth.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe defender spent three years at Real Castilla until his departure in 2020 at the age of 17 to Old Trafford.Carreras never broke into the first team and was instead loaned out to Preston North End, Granada and of course Benfica before they completed a permanent move. ‘Do you know the rules-‘ – Bruno Fernandes gives blunt Spanish interview after red card controversy in Man Utd clashHe has shone bright this season for Bruno Lage’s side with four goals and five assists in 47 appearances across all competitions. More