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ARSENAL are reportedly in talks with Bayern Munich star Kingsley Coman over a stunning summer transfer.The serial winner, 28, is on course for a 13th career league title of his career after also lifting trophies at Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus.Arsenal are in talks with Bayern Munich over a deal for Kingsley ComanCredit: GettyWhile Coman could make his 330th appearance for Bayern Munich in Wednesday’s Champions League quarter-final second leg against Inter Milan.However, the French winger may not be making many more amid reports that he is up for sale.Florian Plettenberg claims Bayern are ready to listen to offers for Coman this summer as he approaches the final two years of his contract.And Arsenal are said to have already made an approach as Mikel Arteta seeks reinforcements in attack.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Spaniard has been forced to deal with injuries to key men this season including Bukayo Saka, Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus.Coman’s stellar winning record makes him an ideal candidate to help the Gunners finally secure a Premier League title.And the star could be willing to take a cut on his current £275,000-a-week wages for a go in England’s top flight.However, it’s also reckoned that Saudi teams are lining up for Coman this summer.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThey are ready to offer him mind-boggling numbers to snare the star in his prime.But Arsenal are hopeful they can win the race by offering Coman a first-team spot, Champions League football and the chance to participate in another title battle.How Declan Rice can be ‘world class’ AGAIN vs Real Madrid | Tactics Exposed Deano’s DecisionMeanwhile, the Gunners are said to be confident of keeping William Saliba this summer.The defender is a target for Real Madrid but they have reportedly cooled their interest due to the mega fee it will take to sign him. More

NEWCASTLE have beaten Real Madrid and Barcelona to the signing of Antonio Cordero, according to reports.The 18-year-old prodigy has caught the eye with his performances for Malaga this season.Newcastle have agreed a deal to sign Malaga winger Antonio CorderoCredit: GettyReal Madrid and Barcelona were believed to be monitoring the winger.But according to Fabrizio Romano he picked Newcastle over the Spanish giants and has agreed a move to St James’ Park.The deal will be announced by the club in the coming weeks and will be completed once the transfer window opens this summer.Cordero is out of contract at the end of the season so has been free to talk to other clubs since the start of the year.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd he visited Newcastle with his family in January ahead of the switch.Cordero has featured regularly for Malaga since breaking into the side last season.He helped his side win promotion in his debut campaign, with Malaga now 17th in LaLiga 2.Cordero has made 32 appearances this season, scoring five goals and assisting six.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSHe has also created six big chances and made 22 key passes in 1690 minutes of football.Newcastle sporting director Paul Mitchell has prioritised signing young players, with Cordero fitting into the club’s transfer criteria.Eddie Howe ‘hungry for more’ silverware as he celebrates Newcastle’s success He said of their transfer strategy: “Scouting and recruiting emerging talent is an essential part of building a sustainable future, particularly within the current PSR framework, so the market is fiercely competitive.”We continue to scout extensively, both domestically and overseas, with a view to securing players who can come through our talent pathway and, ideally, become part of the first team in future.” More

ANDRE ONANA is set to be offered an escape route from Manchester United by clubs in Saudi Arabia — but wants to stay and fight for his place.The Cameroon international keeper was all smiles as he returned to United’s Carrington HQ on Monday after being given time off to clear his head by Ruben Amorim.Andre Onana was given the weekend off following his Lyon shockerCredit: GettyBoss Amorim left him out of the squad for Sunday’s 4-1 defeat at Newcastle following his nightmare display in Lyon last week.But Onana was assured he would be back in the starting line-up for the Europa League quarter-final  second leg at Old Trafford on Thursday.Understudy Altay Bayindir, 27, also struggled at St James’ Park, gifting the Toon their fourth goal with a woeful clearance.So Amorim is likely to stick to the plan and put the club’s season in the hands of the former Inter Milan stopper.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOnana, 29, looked relaxed and happy as he drove into training with one of his representatives, stopping to sign autographs outside.He has recently changed agent — a move which sparked speculation he could look to leave United less than two years after joining them in a £47.2million deal.Onana was targeted by Saudi clubs before he left Inter for the Theatre of Dreams in July 2023 and there is still interest from the Kingdom.However, it is understood he is not looking to quit Amorim’s strugglers right now and plans to prove the critics wrong and re-establish himself.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKSunday’s Tyneside humiliation confirmed the Red Devils will suffer their worst season in Premier League history.They have 38 points with six games left so cannot beat their tally of 58 from the 2021-22 season.Ruben Amorim responds to question about dropping Andre Onana after disasterclass against LyonBut they could still qualify for the Champions League by winning the Europa League.And skipper Bruno Fernandes has promised to repay the fans against Lyon with the tie poised at 2-2.He said: “On Thursday we will fight back and do something special.“The fans have always been by our side — without them we’d be in a worse position. It’s time to pay them back.”TONY AWARDSMeanwhile, Real Betis are pushing to make Antony’s move permanent after an encouraging start to his loan in Spain.Other clubs have taken notice of his form since the January switch, so Betis will have to find the cash to buy the winger, 25, who United spent £85.5m on in 2022.Read More on The SunUnited have also confirmed that club director Jean-Claude Blanc has stepped down.The Frenchman will fill a new advisory role as he remains the chief executive of Ineos Sport. More

WEST HAM want to bring in a new No 1 — with Liverpool’s Caoimhin Kelleher firmly in their sights.The Irons like the Republic of Ireland star, 26,  and are keen on a deal, especially if they can sign him on loan.West Ham are plotting a move for Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin KelleherCredit: AlamyThe Hammers are also eyeing Southampton’s Aaron RamsdaleCredit: ReutersKelleher may be allowed out by the Kop but they are likely to ask for cash and rate him in the £20million class.The Hammers are looking for a new keeper, along with other captures in the summer, and are deciding between a couple of elite candidates.Southampton’s Aaron Ramsdale is another major option.The England ace is also available for about £20m and wants to stay in the Premier League after Saints’ relegation.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAlphonse Areola is Graham Potter’s current first-choice goalie.But he’s kept just four clean sheets in 21 league games this season, shipping 34 goals in the process.And Areola’s lack of technicality with his feet makes him unsuited to Potter’s tactics of playing out from the back.Kelleher has shown he can do the lot under Arne Slot this term, conceding 20 goals in as many games in all competitions while keeping nine clean sheets.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSLiverpool are ready to let him leave, having already completed a deal to sign Giorgi Mamardashvili from Valencia.While Kelleher is eager to leave Anfield to become a guaranteed starter elsewhere.Shay Given loses the rag over Liverpool’s treatment of Caoimhin Kelleher As for Ramsdale, his stats make for less pleasant reading.With Southampton bottom of the table and already relegated, he has shipped 57 goals in 24 league games while keeping just two clean sheets.But Ramsdale remains highly thought of among top-flight clubs, who have not forgotten his impressive time at Arsenal.And with the stopper keen to ensure he is in England’s squad for next summer’s World Cup, Ramsdale would likely jump at the chance to sign for the Hammers. More

CRYSTAL PALACE are plotting a sensational swoop for Marcus Rashford if Aston Villa don’t sign him at the end of the season.Eagles executives are monitoring the striker’s performances at Villa Park after he signed a loan deal from United in the January transfer window.Crystal Palace are keeping tabs on Manchester United loanee Marcus RashfordCrystal Palace are facing two major hurdles to lure RashfordPalace will face competition from Aston Villa, where Rashford is playing on loanRashford has bagged five goals and three assists in 22 games for Villa and his improved form saw him recalled to the England squad by Thomas Tuchel for his first World Cup 2026 qualifiers squad.Villa have an option to buy the striker for around £40million from United at the end of the loan deal in June.A source told The Sun on Sunday that Palace are closely monitoring the situation and are interested in talking to the player in the summer.Palace, who lost 5-2 to Man City on Saturday, are 12th in the Premier League and have reached the FA Cup semi-final against Villa under Austrian manager Oliver Glasner.Read More on Man UtdHe has built an exciting squad around Adam Wharton, Eberechi Eze, Ismaila Sarr, Jean-Philippe Mateta and Chelsea loanee Ben Chilwell.The source said: “Palace are keeping a very close eye on Rashford and what happens with Villa and United.“There is a good buzz around the club at the moment and someone like Marcus is exactly the kind of player they would love to attract.“They know they would have to keep onto their better players to try and persuade Marcus to move to South London.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSEarlier this week SunSport revealed how Paris Saint-Germain are interested in the player.A return to Old Trafford has also not been ruled out given United’s goalscoring problems – but only if Rashford heals his relationship with manager Ruben Amorim.Ruben Amorim brings up Marcus Rashford as he vows to talk to Garnacho after Man Utd star stormed down tunnelAmorim is planning a major summer clearout as Man Utd look set for their worst ever Premier League finish.Reports suggest the Portuguese tactician will be handed a £200m transfer war chest, but only if he first flogs a few players.Rashford poses as a candidate as his contract would free up a lot of space on the wage bill.The same goes for Antony and Jadon Sancho, who are also out on loan at Real Betis and Chelsea respectively.Christian Eriksen, Casemiro, Andre Onana and Tyrell Malacia have also been linked with an exit.One of the Red Devils’ young guns Kobbie Mainoo or Alejandro Garnacho may also leave. More

NEWCASTLE are weighing up a swoop for Greek wonderkid Konstantinos Karetsas.Genk’s 17-year-old attacker announced himself on the world stage by becoming Greece’s youngest starter and goalscorer against Scotland last month.Newcastle are weighing up a swoop for Genk wonderkid Konstantinos KaretsasGreek star Karetsas is also being eyed by Liverpool, Manchester United and Bayern MunichHis exploits for club and country have attracted the attention of Europe’s top guns and Toon’s scouts were there to watch that in person at Hampden.Now Newcastle are readying for a fight with Bayern Munich to sign him.The winger, comfortable on either flank or as No10, has a £35million release clause in his contract at the Belgian club.Karetsas, born in Belgium to Greek parents, fits the player profile that Toon are chasing and Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has a proven track record of nurturing young talents.Read More on FootballEven though he already has fellow left-footers Anthony Gordon and Harvey Barnes in his squad, the versatile ace is just at home on the right.And providing competition for in-form Jacob Murphy, 30, on that flank is a key priority for Howe.Following three-consecutive windows without any major big-money buys and battling PSR issues, Newcastle do have cash to spend this summer.And the transfer kitty provided by their Saudi owners could also be bolstered if the Carabao Cup winners go on to finish in the top five and seal Champions League qualification.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSKarestas, who grew up idolising Brazilians Neymar and Ronaldinho, penned a new contract until 2027 in November but his release clause makes him an attractive and affordable proposition.Bayern are believed to be huge admirers and have already decided to make their move.Why Jacob Murphy and Bruno Fernandes will decide Newcastle vs Manchester Utd | Experts’ best bets – Weekend WagerAnd it may turn into a transfer slugfest with Italians Napoli getting involved in a bidding war.Reports from Italy and Greece also claim that Liverpool and Manchester United have both been impressed with what they’ve seen from their own scouting missions.Manchester City, Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa are also said to have sent scouts for Greece’s 3-0 victory in the Nations League at Hampden Park. More

RUBEN AMORIM will be handed a £200million transfer war chest — but only if he first flogs his Manchester United flops.United plan a summer clear-out of almost an entire team of unwanted stars — and the manager will be able to spend the bulk of any income.Ruben Amorim is planning a Man Utd firesaleCredit: GettyThe Red Devils are confident of getting £45m for Marcus Rashford after his recent upturn in form at Aston VillaCredit: RexAlejandro Garnacho may be sold amid interest from NapoliCredit: GettyUnited could cash-in on Andre Onana amid interest from Saudi ArabiaCredit: GettyBoss Amorim knows his kitty almost entirely depends on fees from departures and savings on wages, but Old Trafford bosses are confident the target figure is achievable. That will mean the likes of Marcus Rashford, Antony and Jadon Sancho exiting for good, along with Christian Eriksen, Casemiro and even one of young guns Kobbie Mainoo or Alejandro Garnacho.Despite the Red Devils’ shocking season, the club’s top brass are confident there remains enough interest in their out-of-favour stars to bring in a hefty amount.Rashford, 27, has been edging towards top form since joining Aston Villa on loan, and they may well try and turn that into a permanent move.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLEven if Villa boss Unai Emery decides against it, United believe the England player’s return to some sort of form has got other clubs interested, and they would sell for around £45m.While Sancho, 25, has not been such a hit in his spell at Chelsea, a full-time switch is still on the table.United would get ­little more than half the £73m they paid Borussia Dortmund, but will listen to offers at that figure — which could mean a return to the German club. It is the same story with Brazilian Antony, who has shone on loan at Real Betis so much that the Spaniards would like to sign the 25-year-old for good.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSBetis have already been told that it will cost £35m to keep the  winger. While it may take Champions League qualification for them to fund a deal, that is not out of the question.Why Ruben Amorim’s Man United system is brokenMan Utd ratings vs Lyon as two Onana blunders earn under-fire keeper a ONE out of 10MANCHESTER UNITED were left ruing calamity goalkeeper Andre Onana as two massive blunders saw them leave their Europa League quarter-final first leg with a 2-2 draw against Lyon.The season-defining clash for both clubs became even spicier ahead of the game following a war words between Onana and ex-Red Devils star Nemanja Matic, with the Serbian dubbing the goalkeeper “one of the worst in United history”.It certainly riled up the home side’s crowd, who made their voices known as Ruben Amorim named an unchanged team – for the first time since his arrival – from the Manchester derby.But Onana was found wanting when he failed to save Thiago Almada’s inswinging free-kick to give the hosts the lead.Leny Yoro nodded in an equaliser just before the interval after Manuel Ugarte’s volley.And Joshua Zirkzee looked to have won the game for the visitors with his late header converting a Fernandes cross.But United’s joy was short-lived as Onana parried a shot straight to Rayan Cherki in added time, and the midfielder tapped in to leave the tie on a knife-edge.Here’s how SunSport’s Tony Robertson rated the Red Devils in France…The fact United are prepared to offload one of rookie duo Garnacho or Mainoo will be the most controversial.Local boy Mainoo, 19, is on Chelsea’s summer radar, with doubts over his future as United dither about meeting his wage demands.But £50m-rated winger Garnacho is the likelier of the two to leave after losing his place in the Argentina squad.The 20-year-old is not an obvious fit in Amorim’s preferred 3-4-3 system and Napoli are long-time admirers.Dutch full-back Tyrell ­Malacia, 25, currently at PSV Eindhoven, will also be offloaded for around £10m.And despite insisting he plans to stay, ­others are convinced Andre Onana is off.The keeper, 29, is on the radar of the Saudi Pro League, as is 33-year-old Casemiro. Getting the Brazilian’s £350,000-a-week wages off the books would be a major saving.Eriksen, 33, will also leave at the end of this season — ­further boosting Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s ­determination to slash United’s £172m wage bill.Amorim has already admitted there will be no Galactico-style summer arrivals.Read More on The SunAnd while Ratcliffe is happy to pay big money in transfer fees, he is opposed to handing out big contracts.That means targets will be offered deals, heavily laden with success-related clauses.Join SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordUnited could look to get Casemiro’s wages off the booksCredit: GettyChristian Eriksen’s days at Old Trafford are numberedCredit: Getty More