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    Birmingham wonderkid eyed by Premier League side with Italian giants Atalanta also interested in transfer

    CRYSTAL PALACE remain keen on Birmingham’s young Welsh wizard Jordan James.The Eagles tried to buy the 19-year-old midfielder and send him back to the Blues on loan last month — even AFTER signing Adam Wharton from Blackburn.
    Crystal Palace are interested in signing Jordan JamesCredit: Rex
    James stayed at St Andrew’s as the offer was too low.
    However, the two clubs have stayed in contact.
    Italians Atalanta made a bigger bid in January and were turned down — they are also still interested and a summer sale is still possible.
    James has scored eight goals in 31 Championship appearances so far this season.
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    Palace signed 20-year-old midfielder Wharton in a £22.5million transfer on deadline day.
    Wharton revealed that he wants to follow in the footsteps of Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise.
    He said: “I’ve always wanted to play in the Premier League and to play for such a big club like Crystal Palace is a great honour.
    “The way they’ve brought players from the Championship and developed them into world-class players in the Premier League is something that stood out to me, and it’s a big reason why I wanted to come here.”
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    Crystal Palace announced the arrival of new manager Oliver Glasner this week.
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    The Eagles won their first match with Glasner in charge on Saturday.
    They cruised to a 3-0 victory over Burnely at Selhurst Park thanks to goals from Chris Richards, Jordan Ayew and Jean-Philippe Mateta. More

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    West Ham set to flog Nayef Aguerd to highest bidder as David Moyes plans defensive transfer

    WEST HAM plan to spend big on a centre-half — and could cash in on Nayef Aguerd.Boss David Moyes’ spies have put a quick and tough defender on their summer wanted list.
    West Ham could look to sell Nayef Aguerd this summerCredit: Getty
    Moroccan international Aguerd, 27, might be sold abroad, where he has admirers, and a less frantic and physical level may suit him more.
    The defender has made 19 Premier League appearances so far this season.
    But some fans have deemed him far too weak in recent months.
    Since Aguerd returned to the squad from the Africa Cup of Nations, West Ham have conceded 11 goals in three games.
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    Club officials are now willing to let him leave at the end of the campaign.
    Aguerd attracted interest from Liverpool and Manchester City last summer, but both clubs are not expected to bid for him.
    However, City could look to move for West Ham’s Lucas Paqueta.
    Pep Guardiola may target the Brazilian if Bernardo Silva leaves.
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    Man City made a move for the Paqueta last summer but ended their interest when the FA opened an investigation into potential betting-rule breaches, which is yet to be resolved.
    The midfielder was valued at £70million while being linked.
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    Real Madrid ‘considering shock transfer for ageing Man Utd misfits Varane and Casemiro’, say reports in Spain

    REAL MADRID are planning a shock double swoop for Manchester United stars Raphael Varane and Casemiro, according to reports.The move would see the duo both return to the Spanish giants just a few seasons after they left for Old Trafford.
    Raphael Varane has been linked with a shock return to Real MadridCredit: Getty
    Casemiro could also head back to his former clubCredit: Getty
    Varane, 30, played 360 times for Real Madrid before sealing a £41million switch to Man Utd in 2021.
    Casemiro, 32, then followed him the a year later for £70m after winning five Champions League with Los Blancos.
    But both have supposedly been put up for sale by Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
    Ineos are desperate to recoup some of the cash they spent on them to fund their own spending.
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    Varane and Casemiro are both among the club’s top earners.
    And according to a shock report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Real Madrid are analysing whether they should re-sign the duo.
    Their experience at the club is considered valuable to manager Carlo Ancelotti.
    But Real Madrid could face competition from Saudi Arabian clubs in the race to sign Varane and Casemiro.
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    And with Ratcliffe planning a squad overhaul, they may not be the only two players leaving Man Utd.
    Victor Lindelof, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Sofyan Amrabat, Antony and Anthony Martial have all been tipped to depart.
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    Meanwhile, SunSport can exclusively reveal that the Red Devils are interested in signing Luton star Ross Barkley in a bargain deal. More

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    Man City ‘targeting West Ham star to replace Bernardo Silva if Portugal star quits in summer transfer’

    MANCHESTER CITY could look to make a transfer move for West Ham star Lucas Paqueta if Bernardo Silva leaves this summer, reports suggest.The treble-winners made a move for the Paqueta last summer but ended their interest when the FA opened an investigation into potential betting-rule breaches, which is yet to be resolved.
    Lucas Paqueta has been linked with a summer move to Man CityCredit: Getty
    They will reportedly make a move for the Brazilian if Bernardo Silva leavesCredit: Getty
    However, this interest could be reignited depending on the future of City star Silva.
    The 29-year-old’s contract with City runs until the summer of 2026 but is the subject of transfer interest from the likes of Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona and the Saudi Pro League.
    Silva has also made his no secret of his desire to one day return to Benfica.
    The departures of attacking stars Cole Palmer and Riyad Mahrez meant keeping Silva at the Etihad was important going into this season.
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    But City have not stood in the way of stars who have previously wanted to leave.
    According to The Telegraph, should Silva look to move on in the summer, City will move for Paqueta to replace him.
    Pep Guardiola is said to remain a huge admirer of the 26-year-old.
    Paqueta was valued at £70million while being linked last season.
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    He has played 27 times for West Ham this season, which has seen him score five goals and add six assists in all competitions.
    The former Lyon star is currently sidelined through a calf injury but has returned to training.
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    On his return, manager David Moyes said: “Lucas Paqueta’s back in training, he’s very close to returning and hopefully that will give us a huge boost.
    “He’s certainly in contention [to play against Brentford], but I’ll need to find out exactly where he is.”
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    Premier League duo ‘battling to sign 18-year-old non-league wonderkid after starring role at sixth-tier Dartford’

    WEST HAM and Crystal Palace are reportedly battling to sign non-league prodigy Olly Box.The 18-year-old has burst onto the scene with National League South side Dartford.
    West Ham and Crystal Palace are battling it out for non-league star Olly BoxCredit: Rex
    Box has already netted three goals in just two games.
    And a number of clubs are now tracking his progress in the lower tiers.
    HITC claims Brentford, Middlesbrough, Millwall and Leyton Orient have all scouted Box in recent weeks.
    But it’s West Ham and Palace who are leading the charge to bring him to the Premier League.
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    The attacking midfielder is seen as a future top-flight star.
    And bids could be incoming this summer, with Dartford 18th in their league and far from the promotion spots.
    West Ham are ready to build for the future after offering David Moyes a new long-term contract.
    They boosted their midfield in the past two windows with Edson Alvarez, James Ward-Prowse and Kalvin Phillips.
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    But with the latter only on loan from Manchester City, there is set to be a space available in Moyes’ squad for next season.
    As for Palace, they have long made signing top youngsters a regular habit.
    David Moyes says he has been offered new West Ham contract with his future in his own hands
    The likes of Matheus Franca and Adam Wharton are set to play big roles under new boss Oliver Glasner.
    And Box would be another kid who could be perfect for Palace’s style. More

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    Getafe president says Mason Greenwood ‘has clear conscience and wants to stay another year’ after Man Utd hint at return

    GETAFE president Angel Torres has claimed that Mason Greenwood wants to stay at the club for another season.Greenwood, 22, was loaned out to Getafe by Manchester United last summer.
    Getafe’s president insists Mason Geenwood wants to stay at the clubCredit: Getty
    Angel Torres is waiting on a decision from Man UtdCredit: Getty
    The striker has not featured for United since he was suspended after being arrested on suspicion of rape and sexual assault in January 2022.
    All charges were subsequently dropped with the Red Devils suggesting that he recommences his career away from Old Trafford.
    However, new United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe this week refused to rule out the possibility of Greenwood returning to the club.
    Ratcliffe said: “We will make a decision. I don’t know if he (Greenwood) could still have a future.
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    “All I can do is talk about the principle of how we will approach decisions like that.
    “Is he the right type of footballer? Are we happy with that? Is he a good person or not?
    “He (Greenwood) is a Manchester United footballer and we are in charge of football. So the answer is it’s quite clear we have to make a decision.”
    Despite Ratcliffe’s comments, Torres believes the striker wants to remain at Getafe for another season.
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    Greenwood has been in good form this season
    The club president told Spanish radio station Cope: “They asked us about it, there was a lot of talk about the issue of abuse and we found out what had happened and I said, ‘let’s go’.
    “He has a clear conscience, he is very comfortable and crazy about staying another year.
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    “It’s a matter that they (United) have to decide. There is new ownership. They have to decide.
    “In Spain he has a market but they [Barcelona] have money. Barca’s way of playing would suit him well but it depends on Manchester United. If it’s true, he’ll tell me.”
    Greenwood has scored seven goals and provided five assists in 24 games for Getafe since joining the club. More

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    My dad is a Real Madrid icon… now I’m playing alongside Barcelona legend Lionel Messi at Inter Miami after transfer

    MANCHESTER UNITED legend David Beckham has welcomed a promising young ace to his Inter Miami side.And the youngster is set for an exciting adventure as he will be linking up with eight-time Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi.
    Federico Redondo has joined Lionel Messi at Inter MiamiCredit: https://www.instagram.com/fede.redondo/
    Federico is the son of Real Madrid legend Fernando Redondo
    The Argentine will also be rubbing shoulders with some of Messi’s most legendary Barcelona teammates in Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba.
    But hanging out with football icons is nothing new for Federico Redondo, 21, as he grew up in that environment as the son of the legendary Fernando Redondo.
    Fernando enjoyed a stunning 19-year career that saw him dazzling the crowds around the world during his time at Real Madrid, AC Milan and Argentina.
    And now Federico is looking to follow in his dad’s footsteps, starting in the MLS.
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    Inter Miami announced they signed the midfielder from Argentinos Juniors, which is the same club where Fernando’s career kicked off.
    The Argentina Under-23 international has put pen to paper on a three-year deal with a club option to extend until 2028.
    Federico has penned a youth contract and the paperwork is expected to be completed once his visa is finalised.
    Inter Miami chief soccer officer and sporting director Chris Henderson said: “We’re pleased to bring an exciting young midfielder like Federico to Inter Miami.
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    “He’s a very promising player who is sharp with the ball at his feet, and shows awareness out of possession.
    “We believe in his potential, but also feel he will immediately be a strong addition to our squad as we look to build on our successes in 2024.”
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    Federico joined Argentinos Juniors in 2013 at the tender age of 10 years old and spent nine years in the youth ranks.
    The defensive midfielder made his senior debut in 2022 and went on to amass two goals as well as two assists in 58 appearances.
    Federico said: “I’m very happy to join a Club that is growing so much. It’s a great opportunity to share the pitch with top players.
    “I’m looking forward to integrating in the group with my teammates. We have to go step by step but always dream big.” More

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    Man Utd ‘secret weapon takes shock manager’s job abroad in blow to Ten Hag… but will stay until after Man City clash’

    MANCHESTER UNITED coach Eric Ramsay is set to be appointed Minnesota United manager.The 32-year-old has reportedly been in talks with the MLS club this week and a deal is close to being agreed.
    Eric Ramsay is set to join Minnesota UnitedCredit: Getty
    It is a huge blow for Erik ten Hag as Ramsay has been dubbed United’s ‘secret weapon’Credit: Reuters
    It will see Ramsay land his first job in management and become the youngest ever gaffer in the division’s history.
    Minnesota play their first game of the new MLS season against Austin on Sunday.
    Interim boss Cameron Knowles will be in charge as Ramsay will not join until after March 3.
    His final game as part of Erik ten Hag’s backroom team will be the Manchester derby against City.
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    Ramsay is a highly-rated coach and has been dubbed Man Utd’s “secret weapon”.
    He arrived at Old Trafford in 2021 in a player development and set-piece coaching role while Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was boss.
    But he soon earned a promotion, forming a more integral part of the coaching setup under Ralf Rangnick and Ten Hag.
    Ramsay is fluent in French and Spanish, helping several new players settle in.
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    And his attention to detail has seen the Welshman receive praise from Dragons boss Rob Page, who labelled him “one of the best young coaches in football”.
    Ramsay’s rise up the ranks began at Loughborough University alongside ex-United assistant and Ipswich manager Kieran McKenna.
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    He then spent four years working in Swansea’s academy and then as a first-team coach at Shrewsbury.
    Prior to joining Man Utd, he coached Chelsea’s Under-23s.
    At Minnesota, Ramsay will manager ex-Premier League star Teemu Pukki.
    They finished 11th in the 14-team Western Conference last term. More