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      I was an hour away from getting on the plane to sign for Chelsea – now I play for their Premier League rivals

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      WEST HAM midfielder Edson Alvarez has revealed that his former club stopped him from joining Chelsea in 2022.Alvarez, 26, joined the Hammers in a £35million transfer from Ajax last summer and has since established himself as a crucial first team player.Edson Alvarez came close to joining Chelsea in 2022Credit: GettyHowever, he could have found himself on the other side of London just one year prior.The midfielder came close to joining Chelsea in the summer of 2022 but Ajax blocked his move at the last minute.In fact, Alvarez has revealed that he was just an hour away from getting on a plane to London before the Eredivisie giants initiated a dramatic U-turn.He told Burro Van Rankin’s podcast for Caliente TV: “Actually, in year three [at Ajax], I had to go to Chelsea, the plane was waiting for me at the airport. When Ajax told me you know what: ‘you’re not going’.Read More in Football”Whether people believe it or not, it doesn’t make any difference to me, I’m the one who is here and the one who is living it.”I was an hour away from getting on the plane and going to sign for Chelsea and Ajax told me: ‘you’re not going’.”So, you’re not leaving, what do you do? There’s no way you’re leaving.”Despite his failed Chelsea transfer, Alvarez remained a crucial part of the Ajax squad during the 2022-23 campaign.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAlvarez has become a key player for West HamHe made 44 appearances across all competitions, scoring four goals and providing three assists.Since joining West Ham the midfielder has made 25 Premier League appearances.A look at Chelsea’s forgotten wonderkidsAlvarez is currently set to stay at the London Stadium until 2028. More

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      Arsenal and Chelsea in six-club transfer battle for Murillo as Nottingham Forest may be forced to sell

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      ARSENAL and Chelsea are reportedly locked in a six-way tussle for Nottingham Forest star Murillo.The Brazilian defender has been one of Forest’s better players this season, clocking up 27 appearances following a £12million move from Corinthians last summer.Arsenal and Chelsea are among six clubs keen on Nottingham Forest star MurilloCredit: AlamyMurillo, 21, was on the radar of Man City, West Ham and Napoli before sealing his switch to the City Ground.But the centre-back could soon be on the move due to Forest’s financial issues.The relegation battlers find themselves in the drop zone after being docked four points for breaching Premier League profit and sustainability rules.And regardless of whether they stay up, Forest will likely have to sell several stars to balance the books.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLGiven his age, talent and potential, Murillo is one of the top candidates to leave.Indeed, the Mail claims Arsenal and Chelsea are already circling after being left impressed by his performances.Liverpool and Newcastle are monitoring the situation too, with club chiefs having their interest piqued by Murillo’s seamless adaptation to life in England.However, there is interest in the youngster from abroad too.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERParis Saint-Germain snapped up fellow Brazilian kids Lucas Beraldo and Gabriel Moscardo in January for a combined £34m.And with the club continuing to move in a new direction following the departures of Lionel Messi and Neymar, they could bid for Murillo this summer too.‘Even Nando’s love the Arsenal’, say fans as Bukayo Saka launches own signature PERi-PERi sauce that ‘actually bangs’There is also interest from Barcelona, who already have a new young defensive star in Pau Cubarsi.Murillo could be a long-term partner for the 17-year-old, who has been called up by Spain.But the Forest man’s ability to play as a holding midfielder could also see him earmarked as a replacement for the ageing Oriol Romeu. More

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      Gareth Southgate overtakes Graham Potter as overwhelming favourite for Man Utd job with England contract talks on hold

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      GARETH SOUTHGATE has overtaken Graham Potter as the bookies’ new 2-1 favourite for the Manchester United job.Ex-Chelsea boss Potter had been lined up by Sir Jim Ratcliffe if Erik ten Hag is sacked.England boss Gareth Southgate has emerged as a favourite for the Manchester United jobCredit: GettyMan Utd boss Erik ten Hag has come under fire amid a turbulent campaignCredit: EPASouthgate has overtaken Graham Potter as Ten Hag’s likeliest successorCredit: PABut England manager Southgate last week revealed he will shelve Three Lions contract talks until after Euro 2024.And Ratcliffe, in charge of United’s football operations, said: “If we get the right people in the right boxes, the results will drop out the bottom.”Potter worked closely with United’s incoming sporting director Dan Ashworth at Brighton, while Southgate has worked with him at the FA.Reports suggest Sir Jim has made the 53-year-old his No1 choice to replace under-fire boss Ten Hag at Old Trafford.Read More on Man UtdThis comes amid a turbulent campaign for the Red Devils under the Dutchman.The Manchester giants were eliminated from the Champions League’s group stage before plunging to sixth place in the Premier League.Southgate’s contract runs out in December.And Ratcliffe is said to be confident in prising him over to club football once again following his three-year spell at Middlesbrough, which ended in 2009.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThat is despite the FA’s desperate attempts to hold onto the Watford tactician.But as things stand, Ratcliffe would have to fork out around £800,000 in compensation for the Three Lions boss’ services.Gareth Southgate drops Kobbie Mainoo Euro 2024 hint as England boss names four players on cusp of breaking into squad The Ineos chief will also need to splash £10million just to sack Ten Hag and his coaching staff.Potter has been without a job since his dismissal as Chelsea boss last April.Southgate could bring some of his England stars if he took over at Man UtdInside Ratcliffe’s Man Utd plansEverything you need to know as Sir Jim Ratcliffe takes charge at Manchester United… More

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      Ex-Arsenal and Chelsea star Olivier Giroud ‘in advanced talks to complete shock transfer to MLS giants’

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      OLIVIER GIROUD could be heading stateside.The former Arsenal and Chelsea striker is reportedly in advanced talks to complete a transfer to the MLS after three seasons with AC Milan.Olivier Giroud is reportedly in advance talks to head to the MLSCredit: GettyGiroud, who signed for Milan in 2021, is set to see his current contract with the Serie A outfit expire in the summer.And according to The Athletic, the 37-year-old is discussing a potential move to Los Angeles FC on the expiration of his deal.It is said that talks are “advanced” between the two parties, but no agreement is understood to be “imminent” despite the negotiations.Giroud reportedly has a number of options for his future should he fail to agree a deal with LAFC.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe French all-time top scorer could head to the Middle East to join the mass exodus of players heading to the Saudi Pro League or may even remain in Europe.Milan could yet be keen to renew Giroud’s contract with the target-man enjoying his best season yet with the Rossoneri.The Frenchman has scored 12 goals and registered eight assists in just 26 league appearances this term.LAFC have reportedly made their intentions clear by placing the World Cup winner on their ‘MLS Discovery List’, meaning they have priority over all other MLS clubs to sign Giroud.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThe California outfit already have a number of high-profile stars in their ranks including former Tottenham shot-stopper Hugo Lloris.And they have cemented themselves as one of the best teams in the league after their MLS Cup success back in 2022.Olivier Giroud in hysterics as Carragher spectacularly fails to pronounce his name and Kate Abdo does it flawlessly More

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      Man Utd line up transfers for two wonderkids including Championship 14-year-old and Premier League youngster

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      MANCHESTER UNITED seem to be looking to youth to turn the tide on their turbulent form.The Red Devils have already put faith in the likes of Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo and now they are reportedly looking at two more teens.Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Erik ten Hag are reportedly lining up two youngsters to join Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyThe Red Devils are said to be keen on Wolves teenager Wesley OkoduwaCredit: GettyErik ten Hag’s side have struggled this season despite booking their place in the FA Cup semi-finals with a dramatic 4-3 victory over Liverpool at the weekend.And new minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is said to be keen on shifting the club’s recruitment towards younger talent in a bid to shake things up.The new transfer plan may be making some early steps too with the Mail Online reporting United are close to agreeing deals for two rising stars.Championship wonderkid Silva Mexes, 14, is said to be close to agreeing a switch from Ipswich to Man Utd.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile Wolves right-back Wesley Okoduwa, 15, is rumoured to be another target for the Manchester giants.Okoduwa made the bench for Wolves’ Premier League clash against Newcastle.He has also represented England at U16 level.The younger profile fits the suggested strategy that is being adopted by Ratcliffe and his Ineos team with regard to transfers.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERAnd the billionaire Brit may be hoping he will uncover a hidden gem with his youthful acquisitions after claiming he is searching for “the next Kylian Mbappe” in a recent interview.Speaking to GT Cycling Club, he said: “I would rather try and sign the next Kylian Mbappe, rather than spend a fortune trying to buy success.Sir Jim Ratcliffe warns Man Utd fans not to expect superstar signings as he lays out transfer plan”It’s not that clever buying Mbappe. Anyone can figure that one out.”What’s much more challenging is to find the next Mbappe or the next Bellingham or the next Roy Keane.” More

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      How Man Utd could line up under Gareth Southgate with England manager pulling strings to finally land Harry Kane

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      MANCHESTER UNITED could find themselves filled with England stars if Gareth Southgate takes over as manager.United shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe has reportedly made Southgate his No1 choice to replace under-fire boss Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford.Manchester United have reportedly made Gareth Southgate their top pickCredit: GettyEngland boss Southgate could attract Harry Kane to Man UtdCredit: AlamyMan Utd boss Erik ten Hag has come under fire amid a turbulent campaignCredit: EPAMan Utd could fill up with England stars under SouthgateThis comes amid a turbulent campaign under Ten Hag, which has seen the Red Devils getting eliminated from the Champions League’s group stage and plunging to sixth place in the Premier League.Southgate’s contract runs out in December and Ratcliffe is said to be confident in prising him over to club football once again following his three-year spell at Middlesbrough which ended in 2009.That is despite the FA’s desperate attempts to hold onto the 53-year-old, who has refused to even discuss his future until after Euro 2024.But as things stand, Sir Jim would have to fork out around £800,000 in compensation for the Three Lions boss’ services while needing to splash £10million just to sack Ten Hag and his coaching staff.Read More on Man UtdIf Southgate took over at United then it is fair to assume he would try to attract some of England’s best players while showing faith in the club’s English talent.Andre Onana’s inconsistent performance could convince the Watford tactician to call on his England No1 Jordan Pickford, who sat between the sticks during the 2018 World Cup and Euro 2020.Pickford was linked with the Manchester giants last summer and Ineos would find it much easier to attract him this time around if Everton don’t survive their relegation scrap.Diogo Dalot recently signed a new deal so he could maintain his position at right-back while Luke Shaw has earned Southgate’s trust at left-back while on international duty.Most read in FootballBut no one has received more confidence from the England boss than Harry Maguire who continued to play for his country despite his biggest struggles at United, while getting booed by home fans.Therefore, it is fair to assume Maguire would be an established part in the line-up next to another recent transfer target in Jarrad Branthwaite.Kobbie Mainoo called up to England squad for first time as Man Utd wonderkid is late addition to Gareth Southgate’s campBranthwaite, who earned his first England call up this week, has impressed United chiefs who could make a move in the summer transfer window.Kobbie Mainoo also made the cut for the friendly matches against Brazil and Belgium and could continue his development in midfield alongside the experienced Casemiro and captain Bruno Fernandes.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERMarcus Rashford could finally regain his spark on the left wing under a manager who always rates top English talent with Alejandro Garnacho continuing his evolution on the other side.And Southgate’s line-up could be completed with one of the Red Devils’ longest-running targets in Harry Kane.United tried to sign Kane last summer but Tottenham were not keen to sell to a Prem rival and demanded a large transfer fee.And so the star striker ended up at Bayern Munich following a £104m deal.READ MORE SUN STORIESHowever, Southgate has had a brilliant relationship with the 30-year-old, who became captain as well as England’s all-time top scorer under his current manager.And this time around Southgate could convince Kane to return to the Premier League and help United return to the top. More

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      Arsenal fans wave farewell to ‘loyal servant’ as it is revealed Arteta’s second-ever signing will leave at end of season

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      ARSENAL fans are saying goodbye to Mikel Arteta’s second-ever signing after it was revealed he would be leaving the club.Cedric Soares joined in January 2020 in an initial loan deal with Southampton.Cedric Soares will leave Arsenal at the end of the seasonCredit: GettyThe 32-year-old made the move to the Gunners permanent in the summer of that year after impressing at the Emirates.He was the second player to join the club after Arteta was appointed as manager.He followed Maty Ryan through the door as the Australian goalkeeper joined from Brighton and Hove Albion.However, Fabrizio Romano has claimed that the right-back’s time at the club is coming to an end.READ MORE ON ARSENALThe reporter claims that his contract will not be extended past the end of the current season.Fans have taken to social media to wish the defender well.One fan posted: “Accepting this bad news with a heavy heart.”A second wrote: “A model professional and a celebration specialist. I will never forget you, Cedric.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERA third commented: “Farewell Prince.”A fourth said: “A top guy for the club, never complained even when he didn’t play.”The forgotten Arsenal wonderkidsAnother added: “He was a loyal servant, the fans will remember him as one of the Arsenal faithful. Good luck Cedric.”The report adds that Cedric will have “many clubs in Europe” considering him as a “top option” for a summer move.He first arrived in England in 2015 when he was signed by the Saints from Sporting Lisbon.He went on to make 167 in the Premier League during spells on the South Coast as well as at Arsenal and Fulham. More

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      Ivan Toney at centre of three-club Premier League transfer battle including Chelsea after Arsenal cool interest

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      THREE clubs are set to fight over Ivan Toney – as the player plots an exit should Brentford.A disastrous run of form has left the Bees just five points above the relegation zone.Ivan Toney wants to stay in the Premier League when he leaves BrentfordCredit: RexWith Brentford perilously close to the bottom three, a trio of sides are jostling to get in pole-position to land the striker this summer.SunSport understands Tottenham, Chelsea and West Ham have all expressed an interest in signing the 28-year-old. It comes after Arsenal, who have previously been linked with Toney, cooled their interest.As for Chelsea, the West Londoners know they must sell before they can buy or risk breaching Profit and Sustainability Rules.READ MORE ON CHELSEAOur source said: “If Brentford drop out of the Premier League, which is now looking a real possibility there will be a race to land Ivan Toney. “That’s why some clubs are already taking steps to try and get in pole position to land the player.”“It’s well-known that Chelsea and Spurs both need a number nine and Toney would fit the bill for both clubs. But West Ham are now interested too.“The club think Toney could be a real statement signing and help take the team to the next level. Most read in Football”West Ham are crying out for a centre forward who can help turn them from a good side into one that can genuinely challenge for the Champions League. “Arsenal are now less interested. Mikel Arteta has a system and a way of playing and he doesn’t think a conventional number nine like Ivan Toney is what they need.”Inside Ivan Toney’s Life As A FootballerSunSport can also reveal Toney is “open-minded” to staying in the capital after making it clear to his advisers he doesn’t want to leave the Premier League.Our source added: “Clubs in Italy and Spain have been tracking Toney for ages. He’s one of the most sought-after players in Europe. “But Ivan’s not really interested in moving abroad. He sees his future in the Premier League. “His priority is trying to score the goals that save Brentford and to cement his way into the England squad. “But, after that, there’s a general acceptance he will move on and start next season with a new club in the Premier League. “It will be a fresh start and, at 28, the biggest move of his career.” More