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      Man Utd and Chelsea facing new competition for Liam Delap as Premier League rivals join £30million transfer race

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      EVERTON boss David Moyes plans to join the Liam Delap race — and is happy to wait for his chance to net the striker.Moyes has funds for forwards and is keen on the Ipswich frontrunner, who can leave Portman Road for £30million because of an escape clause.Everton boss David Moyes plans to join the Liam Delap raceCredit: RexAnd while the 22-year-old is on the lists of Prem big guns like Chelsea and Manchester United as a possible buy, he is top of the list of strikers wanted by Moyes.So the Toffees are willing to be patient and wait for Delap, who has 12 Prem goals, to come within their grasp in the window as his price, age and profile is ideal.Everton have been relying on Beto for goals, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin often injured and out of contract in the summer.Moyes wants fresh attackers, including Liverpool winger Ben Doak, 19, and hopes the new owners will fund those moves as the club switch to their spanking new £800m stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Toffees chief has been hands-on with recruitment, checking on Burnley defender Maxime Esteve while sending staff to see Sunderland prospect Chris Rigg.Everton may sell but expect to be landing some key additions in a busy summer before their new stadium move.Midfielder Harrison Armstrong is one player who could be on his way — and is on Blackburn’s summer hit-list.Armstrong, 18, has been a stand-out for Derby County on loan and he could head for the Championship again next season.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSRovers had lined up a move for Armstrong before the Rams took him.Ironically, Rovers’ previous boss John Eustace was keen on another more experienced target.Now Blackburn are looking for younger players, either on loan or for bargain fees, and Armstrong is among them.Harrison Armstrong has been a stand-out for Derby CountyCredit: Rex More

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      Arsenal receive major transfer boost as Real Madrid ‘make decision over top target’

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      REAL MADRID are “highly unlikely” to sign William Saliba from Arsenal this summer, according to reports.The Spanish giants are eager to recruit a new centre-back ahead of next season.William Saliba was in action for Arsenal against Real MadridCredit: RexSaliba, 24, is a player that Real Madrid have admired for several years, having considered recruiting him from St-Etienne in 2019.But despite the Frenchman being among their top choices, Carlo Ancelotti’s side are unlikely to fork out the fee that it would take for Arsenal to sell Saliba this summer.The commanding defender’s Gunners contract is set to run until 2027.According to The Athletic, Real Madrid chiefs would rather Saliba run down his contract than pay big money to sign him sooner.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe LaLiga champions are keen to either swoop for Saliba on a free transfer in 2027, or in a cut-price deal 12 months earlier.It’s claimed that Real Madrid chiefs have a very good relationship with the Arsenal star’s team of representatives.Ancelotti’s men are also interested in Bournemouth ace Dean Huijsen, although the Spain international is more likely to move to another Premier League side as Real do not want to pay his £50million release clause.Bayer Leverkusen star Jonathan Tah could be a more experienced option.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKDean Huijsen has been linked with several clubsCredit: RexSaliba helped Arsenal to a 3-0 Champions League quarter-final first leg win over Real Madrid in mid-week.Following the match, the centre-back vowed that the Gunners cannot go the Bernabeu next week simply to defend their lead.Arsenal’s Kai Havertz hits the gym as he continues his recovery from injury He said: “We are not scared. We want to go there and win the game.“We cannot defend the whole game. We won 3-0 but we know it is not finished. There are a lot of things that can happen.“It was incredible because to win in a quarter final like this against Madrid, in front of our fans, is amazing. But now we have to do it again next week.“One of the best [nights of my career] and I hope it’s not the last one.” More

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      ‘Please come back’ – Man Utd fans go crazy as Fiorentina make decision on David de Gea contract after Onana shambles

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      FIORENTINA are set to trigger an extra year in David de Gea’s contract.The Serie A side signed the Spaniard 12 months after he was released by Manchester United in 2023.David de Gea has excelled since moving to ItalyCredit: GettyAndre Onana was poor in Man Utd’s 2-2 draw at LyonCredit: GettyDe Gea, 34, had wanted to stay at Old Trafford and was willing to halve his £375,000 a week salary.But United chiefs subsequently withdrew their offer, allowing De Gea to leave after 12 years in Manchester.The Red Devils subsequently signed Andre Onana from Inter Milan in a £47million swoop.Onana’s time in Manchester, however, has been littered with errors.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFollowing a war of words with Nemanja Matic, which saw the Serbian dub him one of the “worst goalkeepers in Man United history”, Onana made two blunders in the Red Devils’ 2-2 draw with Lyon on Thursday.De Gea, meanwhile, has excelled since signing for Fiorentina last summer.Speaking about their No1, Fiorentina president Rocco Commisso said: “He will stay with us also next season.”Following 12 months out of the game, United’s former stopper has appeared to be a man reinvigorated in Italy.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKHe has kept 10 clean sheets in Serie A, with a 74 per cent save percentage.De Gea has not made a single error leading to a goal, or even shot.Man Utd legend David De Gea shows off his skills in manic training session He has also stopped two penalties.Seeing that De Gea is staying in Italy, one Man Utd fan wrote on X: “Please come back to Man U.”And a second claimed: “David de Gea still better than Onana currently..”A third commented: “Manchester United must be kicking themselves.”And another added: “Remember when United fans thought he was the problem.”During Thursday’s draw in France, Man Utd legend Paul Scholes said in reference to Onana’s row with Matic: “He (Onana) has probably wished he had kept his mouth shut before the game.“It’s a really bad mistake. It’s a decent ball but I’m not sure what the keeper is trying to do. It’s an awful mistake from him.”Boss Ruben Amorim defended his stopper after the game, saying: “If you look at the season, I’ve made more mistakes than them during these last games and during these last months.”There’s nothing I can say to Andre in this moment that will help him.”So the most important thing is to be natural and then when the time comes I will choose the best XI to play.Read More on The Sun”But I’m really confident in Andre.”Despite that, Onana is now said to be at risk of being axed for Sunday’s trip to Newcastle. Ruben Amorim has defended his under-fire stopperCredit: AFP More

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      Chelsea striker search ‘hits rocks with Todd Boehly and co offering lower salaries than BOTTOM HALF clubs’

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      CHELSEA are rigorously searching for a new striker ahead of the summer transfer window.However reports suggest they face a struggle to sign an elite bagsman. Chelsea chairman Todd Boehly may not be able to compete in the summer market in terms of wagesCredit: GettyChelsea boss Enzo Maresca needs a new striker this summerCredit: AlamyNicolas Jackson is Chelsea’s starting strikerCredit: RexThe Blues have been turning to Nicolas Jackson as their preferrred centre-forward, with the 23-year-old amassing nine goals and five assists in 26 appearances this season.However, the West Londoners are seeking an elite hitman – especially with Christopher Nkunku heading towards the exit door.Sky Sports have reported links with Ipswich Town’s Liam Delap, Eintracht Frankfurt’s Hugo Ekitike, RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko and Lille’s Jonathan David.But all of the above have also been linked with some of Europe’s biggest hitters, including Premier League rivals.Read More on ChelseaAnd according to The Mail, Chelsea may not be able to directly compete in terms of wages.The same source claims one of the London giants’ targets opted against a move to Stamford Bridge as he was left dissatisfied with the salary on offer.In fact, as per the same report, the player in question found out that there are higher financial prospects at other Prem clubs – including one in the BOTTOM HALF of the table.The player’s agent told Confidential: “Chelsea don’t pay salaries.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSDespite the report, some indications suggest Chelsea are capable of offering enticing salaries.After all, Enzo Maresca’s side are pushing for Champions League qualification and that alone would boost income and any potential new salaries.Chelsea’s £115m ace Moises Caicedo has £160k Audi seized by cops after driving without valid licence near training groundChelsea have been splashing enormous sums ever since Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital succeeded Roman Abramovich at the helm in the summer of 2022.Staggering findings by the annual European Club Finance and Investment Landscape report – commissioned by Uefa – showed the Blues had the most expensive squad ever in terms of transfer fees in 2024.By the end of the financial year, the West Londoners had racked up a combined transfer cost of a whopping €1.7billion (£1.5bn).And Chelsea spent about £220million during this past summer transfer window alone.But Chelsea need an elite striker, especially with Christopher Nkunku leavingCredit: Getty More

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      ‘He told me to go’ – Bournemouth star Dean Huijsen drops Real Madrid transfer hint as release clause emerges

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      DEAN HUIJSEN dropped a major Real Madrid transfer hint while revealing a release clause in his Bournemouth contract.The 6ft 6in centre-back, 19, has emerged as a key player for Andoni Iraola following last summer’s initial £12.8million move from Juventus.Bournemouth’s Dean Huijsen has dropped a major hint over transfer links with Real MadridCredit: RexHuijsen has clocked up 25 Premier League appearances as Bournemouth push for a European finish.And his incredible debut season has seen him become one of the top defensive prospects around.Manchester United, Liverpool, Chelsea and Newcastle have all been linked with moves for Huijsen.But the newly-capped Spain international is also on the shortlist of Real Madrid.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThey are already close to wrapping up a free transfer for Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold.And Huijsen could now be set to join him in LaLiga this summer after dropping a major transfer hint.Speaking to Spanish outlet El Chiringuito TV, Huijsen hailed Real as a “big team” while admitting he wants to play at the highest level.The teen also name-checked Real legend Sergio Ramos as his icon growing up.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSAnd Huijsen even confirmed that his Bournemouth contract contains a release clause – although he refused to reveal the exact figure amid reports of a £50million trigger.Revealing that a friend has been showing him stories linking him to Real Madrid, Huijsen said: “One of my close friends sent me a story about Real. He told me to go to Madrid! Bournemouth star Dean Huijsen couldn’t be happier being nominated for Premier League player of the month “I don’t know, we’ll see. It’s a big team. Every player wants to play at the maximum level possible.“I have a contract until 2030, I do have a clause.“(Idol?) Ramos, since I was young. (Ancelotti?) He is a very good coach. He’s not at Madrid for nothing, he has his merit.” More

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      Aston Villa to go head-to-head with PSG in Marcus Rashford transfer battle with Unai Emery desperate to sign Man Utd ace

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      ASTON VILLA are set to go head to head with Paris Saint-Germain this summer in a battle for Marcus Rashford.Sun Sport can reveal the Premier League side want to make the current loan arrangement they have with the England star a permanent switch.Aston Villa are set to face Paris Saint-Germain this summer in a battle for Marcus RashfordManchester United loanee Rashford came very close to joining PSG in 2022Credit: GettyManager Unai Emery has told Villa chiefs he’s confident the Manchester United forward’s head is in the right place and that signing him would help take the club to the next level.The big issue will be Rashford’s salary but Villa hope he could be persuaded to take a drop in his wages in order to secure a move that will help resurrect his career with the club and England.Emery – who took a risk by signing Rashford – rates him very highly.So highly in fact that Villa sources said he’d be prepared to make him their main striker should Ollie Watkins leave over the summer.Read More on FootballWatkins has been constantly linked with a move away from Villa Park, with Arsenal remaining very keen on the player.Rashford almost joined PSG before his loan move to the Villans and is still in talks with the French side who Rashford and Co lost 3-1 to in Paris in the first leg of their Champions League quarter final last night. According to L’Equipe, the versatile forward came extremely close to a transfer to Paris in the summer of 2022.In fact, the Parisians wanted the England international to come in and replace Neymar in the starting line-up.Most read in FootballAt least three meetings took place between the club and the Man Utd star’s entourage.Talks went so well with then sporting director Leonardo that the 27-year-old gave the “green light” for a move to Ligue 1.’That was missing’ – Brutally blunt Thomas Tuchel reveals disappointment in Rashford and Foden’s England performancesHowever, a deal fell apart in May of that year after PSG axed Leonardo and there is a strong feeling that if the Brazilian chief had stayed then Rashford would be playing for the French champions.Nevertheless, the same source reports talks have been been revived between Rashford and Leonardo’s replacement Luis Campos.Villa, who were watched by Prince William and his son George in Paris last night, will host PSG next Tuesday in the second leg of the tie.Wills and George cheer as Villa go a goal up in Paris in the first leg More

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      Rasmus Hojlund’s Man Utd future already in jeopardy as Serie A clubs circle over misfiring striker transfer

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      RASMUS HOJLUND’S Man Utd career could soon be over as the Red Devils consider shipping him out.That’s according to Fabrizio Romano, who says Serie A clubs are keeping a close eye on the Danish striker.Man Utd are considering Rasmus Hojlund’s future at the clubCredit: ReutersThe Italian transfer guru adds that Man Utd are still deciding whether to keep Hojlund or sign a new front man.Hojlund has been heavily linked with Napoli and a deal that could see Man Utd sign Galatasaray loanee Victor Osimhen in return.The forward is already proven in Italy, having enjoyed a stellar season at Atalanta before moving to Old Trafford.He joined Gian Piero Gasperini’s side from Sturm Graz in 2022 and despite an unspectacular return of ten goals, his work rate and link-up play convinced Man Utd to shell out a whopping £72m fee a year later.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSAnd Hojlund would finish the following season in more fruitful form in front of goal, as he netted 16 goals in all competitions for Erik ten Hag’s Red Devils.But his purple patch came to an end after the arrival of Ruben Amorim, with the Dane adding just two Premier League goals and four in all competitions since the Portuguese boss arrived from Sporting Lisbon.SunSport’s Dean Scoggins accused Hojlund of taking up positions that make it extremely difficult for the player to add to his meagre goal tally.He commented in his weekly Tactics Exposed video: “Hojlund hasn’t been getting the service that he should be, given the issues that have already been highlighted, but his average position is baffling.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK”The striker’s average position at half time [against Man City] was deeper than [defensive midfielder] Manuel Ugarte’s.”The Dane doesn’t push the defender back as much as he should and it seems like he has a lack of confidence when it comes to beating a defender 1v1.Why Ruben Amorim’s Man United system is broken”[Joshua] Zirkzee offered much more in terms of stretching the City defence, but he just isn’t fast enough to make his runs effective. More

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      Mo Salah set to sign new two-year deal with Liverpool as cost of keeping talisman, 32, is revealed

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      MO SALAH is on the verge of signing a stunning new deal worth £42million that will see him complete a decade at ­Liverpool.Anfield’s Egyptian king is understood to be ready to put pen to paper on a contract until 2027.Mohamed Salah is edging closer to a new Liverpool dealCredit: GettyThe current deal of the Kop’s Egyptian King expires at the end of the season, with Salah himself previously hinting this could be his final year playing at Anfield.But Owners Fenway Sports Group are confident Salah, 32, will ignore the lure of the Saudi Pro League by signing up for £400,000 per week.It comes after fellow contract rebel Virgil van Dijk said “progress” had been made on his own new deal.There were fears Salah, skipper Van Dijk, 32, and Trent Alexander-Arnold could all walk away as free agents this summer.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile Alexander-Arnold, 26, is bound for Real Madrid, Salah and Van Dijk look set to give Liverpool a huge boost as they close in on the Prem title.Sporting director Richard Hughes has developed a close relationship with Salah’s agent Ramy Abbas Issa during negotiations.And Salah is prepared to miss Egypt’s June training camp to rest his body so he is at his best for Liverpool next season.Saudi Arabia have long had interest in Salah, with a £150million bid from Al-Ittihad rejected in 2023.Most read in FootballMeanwhile, captain Virgil van Dijk is set to follow suit by putting pen to paper on fresh terms.The Dutchman, 33, will also sign a two-year deal following a previous offer below his expectations.He gave the biggest indication yet he would stay earlier this week when he said: “There is progress, yes.”However, the homegrown defender Alexander-Arnold looks destined to part ways with Liverpool and head to Spain to join Jude Bellingham at Real Madrid.BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKNothing is signed on that move yet, but the Spanish giants are said to be “confident” the 26-year-old will join them when his Liverpool deal expires.How Mo Salah bamboozled Man City with genius ‘backpedal trick’With his expected move, Alexander-Arnold will become only the seventh Englishman to play for Real Madrid, adding his name to a list including ex-Reds Steve McManaman and Michael Owen.However, Liverpool could still land a fee for the defender after a new transfer window was agreed to allow clubs to sign and sell players ahead of the Club World Cup, which Real are competing in.Virgil van Dijk is set to follow suitCredit: GettyIt comes with Real Madrid confident of landing Trent Alexander-ArnoldCredit: Getty More