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      Man Utd wonderkid could QUIT Old Trafford over broken promise in permanent summer transfer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED loanee Facundo Pellistri could finally leave Old Trafford permanently this summer, according to reports.The Uruguayan playmaker, 22, joined the Red Devils from Penarol for £7.65million in October 2020, signing a five-year contract.Facundo Pellistri could be set to leave Old Trafford in the summerCredit: GettyPellistri played nine times for Manchester United during the first half of this seasonBut since then he has only racked up 24 appearances for Man Utd, scoring no goals and providing two assists.One of those assists came in a 1-0 win over Fulham in November, before he was farmed out on loan to Granada in January.His spell in Spain – a third loan since arriving at Man Utd after two stints with Alaves – has seen him score once and assist twice in seven matches.And according to The Mirror, he is hoping to secure a permanent transfer to Granada in the summer, despite still having one year left on his Man Utd contract.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt comes after he was assured he would be given a spot in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side when he arrived four years ago.Penarol secretary Evaristo Gonzalez claimed Man Utd had promised Pellistri he would go “straight into the first team”.Instead, it took him more than two years to make his debut for the club – and he has never been given a consistent run in the team.Yet ahead of the 2022/23 season, he insisted he wanted to remain a Man Utd player while earning experience on loan elsewhere.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERHe said: “I want to have the maximum continuity of minutes to try to arrive well.”I’m not looking for a particular league. It’s easy to say ‘earn minutes’ because nobody promises them to you, and you have to earn them.Unemployed David De Gea relaxes on beach on holiday but is trolled by former Man Utd team-mate over sunburn “It’s a complicated search, but I’m going to try to find the best option to play, show myself and feel good.”Since then, he now appears more interested in a permanent transfer away from Man Utd.And in February his agent, Edgardo Lasalvia, aimed a swipe at manager Erik ten Hag.He said: “Whether he returns to Manchester in the middle of the year will depend on the performance he shows.”If Ten Hag continues, it’s going to be difficult. Ten Hag hasn’t used him, valued him, or treated him like a professional.”Pellistri, who already has 19 Uruguay caps, impressed for Granada in February when he scored and assisted in a 3-3 draw against Barcelona.He will be seeking more performances of that ilk to secure a summer transfer away from Man Utd. More

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      Roberto De Zerbi ‘leads Bayern Munich’s three-man shortlist’ to replace Thomas Tuchel as manager

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      BRIGHTON’S Roberto De Zerbi has allegedly emerged as the favourite to replace Thomas Tuchel at Bayern Munich and put on a three-man shortlist.The ex-Chelsea manager confirmed in February that he would be departing the German champions this summer.Brighton’s Roberto De Zerbi is allegedly the frontrunner for the Bayern Munich jobCredit: ReutersTuchel could even leave Bayern immediately, claims ex-Germany international Dietmar Hamann, after he conceded the title to Bayer Leverkusen after his side’s 2-0 defeat to Borussia Dortmund on Saturday.Xabi Alonso, who was also wanted by Liverpool, was lined-up until he confirmed he was staying with unbeaten Leverkusen, who are 13 points clear.Now The Times have claimed that De Zerbi is “highly rated by Bayern’s management” and has now “become the frontrunner for the job”. Max Eberl has recently arrived on Bayern’s board and has been tasked with overhauling the squad.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBut this update states that he “is a particular admirer” of Brighton’s boss and that he “has already put out feelers to discover whether the Italian would be available” and also if he is “interested in a move”.De Zerbi, 44, succeeded Graham Potter at Brighton in September 2022 led the Seagulls to sixth – their best-ever finish – to qualify for the Europa League.He is under contract until 2026 but several reports have hinted that it has a buyout clause included that may be triggered in the summer.He is another that is on Liverpool’s shortlist to take over from Jurgen Klopp, but both the Reds and Bayern have also switched their attention to Sporting Lisbon’s Ruben Amorim.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERDe Zerbi refused to give much away regarding his future after Brighton’s 2-1 loss at Liverpool on Sunday, saying: “I want to speak with my club.“I have a contract, but the problem is not the contract — the problem is to find the same plan, the same target, the same vision for the future.”Top 10 highest paid footballers in the world revealed with no Premier League players making the top fiveStuttgart’s Sebastian Hoeness is the nephew of Uli Hoeness, Bayern’s long-time general manager.He had been linked and was on the shortlist until he recently extended his contract.Former boss Julian Nagelsmann, who was sacked by them 12 months ago, has also been reported to have been mooted for a shock return.The 36-year-old still had over three years before the end of his contract. Some reports say that it is now “understood that certain people at the club have realised that his sacking was somewhat premature”.Ex-Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick, who will take charge of Austria at Euro 2024, is another name that has been rumoured. More

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      Chelsea given massive boost in £65m transfer pursuit of Brazil wonderkid dubbed ‘Messinho’ as Barcelona pull out of race

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      CHELSEA have been boosted by Barcelona’s decision to pull out of the race to sign Estevao Willian, according to reports.The wonderkid, 16, has attracted interest from Stamford Bridge.Estevao Willian has been dubbed ‘Messinho’Credit: RexBarcelona have also been linked with the Brazilian starlet, but are now set to move in another direction.According to Spanish paper Sport, Barca will not move for the winger, dubbed “Messinho”, as they are trying to build the perfect environment around Lamine Yamal.Yamal, also 16, has already emerged as one of the Catalan giants’ best players.As Willian is the same age and plays in the same position, club chiefs feel that bringing him in could harm Yamal’s development.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHis club Palmeiras are set to demand at least £51million for his services.And it could even take as much as £65m to prise him away.It’s claimed that 70 per cent of any transfer fee will go to Palmeiras, with the remaining 30 pocketed by the player’s entourage.Willian would not be allowed to join his next club until he turns 18 in April 2025.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERHe has so far made six senior appearances for his club, and also starred for Brazil at the Under-17 World Cup last year.The wonderkid has played alongside Selecao star Endrick, who scored the winner against England at Wembley last month.Simon Jordan slams ‘pathetic’ Chelsea fans for criticising Todd Boehly Endrick will join Real Madrid from Palmeiras when he turns 18 in July.Chelsea have made a habit of recruiting Brazilian wonderkids since Todd Boehly’s arrival in 2022.The Blues have swooped for Andrey Santos, Angelo Gabriel and Deivid Washington in recent seasons.Willian, 16, starred at the Under-17 World Cup last yearCredit: EPA More

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      I could barely walk and spent 15 months unemployed after boyhood club released me – now I’m thriving at new team

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      FORMER NEWCASTLE whizzkid Matty Longstaff is thriving again after a nightmare 15 months of unemployment where he was barely able to walk.The midfielder had spent most of the last year-and-a-half cheering his brother Sean Longstaff on from the St James’ Park stands after suffering an injury nightmare.Matty Longstaff is now loving life playing for Toronto FC in the MLSCredit: GettyNow the 24-year-old is looking to get back to his best after starting a new life in Canada.However, while he cheered on his younger sibling, it could quite easily have been Matty being the one making headlines after his own dramatic breakthrough into the Newcastle first-team.He says he “lived his dream” playing for his hometown team after bursting on the scene in October 2019 with a debut man of the match display and the only goal of the game in a 1-0 victory over Manchester United.Matty was earning just £850-a-week and a host of big clubs were soon circling as they chased his signature with Italian sides Inter Milan and Udinese both keen.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLUnfortunately, things failed to pan out as expected when his development contract expired in 2020 after three goals in 15 appearances during his maiden campaign.He finally agreed to a two-year contract but a big drop in form and injuries restricted his progress.Matty failed to shine in loan spells at Scottish club Aberdeen and in League Two with Mansfield only for things to get worse.Last season he headed to the fourth tier again to try to reignite his career at Colchester United, but he suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury on Boxing Day.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThe Geordie was released by Newcastle in June when his deal expired but Eddie Howe did not turn his back on him and allowed him to use the training ground while undergoing his rehab.However, Matty was handed a career lifeline by fellow Geordie John Herdman after he impressed enough to earn a two-year contract at MLS side Toronto FC.Every Premier League stadium ranked by the number of pubs nearby with one boasting over 130 local boozersLongstaff told ChronicleLive: “I had not played football for 15 months so you don’t know if you’re going to be good or you’re going to be rubbish.“I thought I may as well enjoy it. I might never get another chance.“It is the one you fear the most. I had two surgeries and so many questions run through your head.“One day you feel good; the next day you’re struggling to walk or your knee starts to crack a little bit when you try to walk down the stairs.“You go from having really positive days to negative ones so quickly. You have so many thoughts.”However, he now has four appearances for his new team under his belt and he appears to be loving life in Canada.He said: “You cherish the moments a little bit more knowing what you have gone through.“I look forward to waking up and coming to training every day. When you have days off, you’re a bit disappointed because you’re enjoying it so much.READ MORE SUN STORIES“When we start playing twice a week in a few months’ time, I might say something different! But I’ve absolutely loved it.“I’ve absolutely loved working with the manager and all his staff. There are such great people working in the building that hopefully we can do something special.”The Geordie burst on the scene with his boyhood team Newcastle before his injury hellCredit: Getty More

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      Man City ready to take big loss to sell Kalvin Phillips this summer with shock side eyeing up cut-price transfer

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      LEEDS UNITED are ready to offer Kalvin Phillips an end to his nightmare as Manchester City prepare to accept a cut-price deal for him.The 28-year-old midfielder is enduring a miserable time of it and looks set to miss out on Euro 2024 due to his poor form costing him a spot in last month’s England squad.Man City are ready to accept a reduced fee for Kalvin Phillips as Leeds as a transfer swoopCredit: GettyPhillips left Leeds for Man City in 2022 for £45m and they went on to win the treble during his first season.However, he struggled for regular match action and only started twice in the Premier League before Pep Guardiola shipped him out this January.The plan was for Phillips to get more minutes in order to ensure he kept his England place, but his loan switch to West Ham has turned into a disaster.Phillips was brought on as substitute with 21 minutes to go and his team leading 3-1 on Saturday only for the Hammers to collapse as Newcastle ended up winning 4-3 victors.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe gave away a penalty and was later turned by Harvey Barnes, who scored twice late on, for one of the winger’s goals.Phillips then swore at a fan after being heckled following his nightmare performance against Newcastle.But we revealed how Leeds are plotting to take him back to Elland Road — if they clinch promotion to the Premier League.Now they have received a major boost in that quest after the Daily Mail reported that City are expected to put Phillips up for permanent transfer in the summer.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERPhillips, who has 31 England caps, is under contract at City until 2028.But this update states that he will be available for the vastly-reduced asking price of £30m.Dean Scoggins travels to FC Koln in Germany to find Europe’s best Away DayHe spent 12 years and played 234 games for the club after progressing through their academy.He found stardom under Marcelo Bielsa and helped them to return to the Premier League in 2021 and then survive.But any chance of a return to his boyhood team depends on Leeds winning promotion.Last night’s late 3-1 win over Hull City lifted them second in the Championship table, just a point behind Ipswich.They are a point behind Leicester City, who also have a game in hand, as they now prepare for their final six matches of the campaign. More

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      Arsenal and Spurs set for £100million Alexander Isak transfer showdown as rivals exploit Newcastle’s FFP nightmare

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      NEWCASTLE are braced for Arsenal and Tottenham to launch £100million moves for Alexander Isak.But Toon boss Eddie Howe warned the London clubs that their star striker is not for sale.Alexander Isak is set to to be the subject of a transfer tug of war between Arsenal and TottenhamCredit: RexIsak has been on fire for Newcastle this seasonIsak, 23, made it 14 Premier League goals in 21 games this season with two penalties in Saturday’s 4-3 win over West Ham.He has quickly become a fans’ favourite with his direct running and eye for goal since Toon paid Real Socieded a club-record £60m in 2022.But fears remain that Newcastle may have to cash in to navigate FFP rules, especially if they finish outside of the European places.And huge offers from Champions League clubs will be hard to ignore.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDuring the international break, Isak admitted that “if things show up, things can happen”.But Howe insists he is off limits, saying: “He’s an outstanding talent and no one connected with Newcastle would want to lose him.”It’s been a stop-start season for Isak because of injury but he is looking back to his deadly best following four goals in his last four games.Arsenal are believed to be already plotting a summer move for the £100m-rated forward.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERAnd Spurs are also keeping tabs with Brentford’s Ivan Toney another target for around the same fee.Howe added: “Isak was excellent against West Ham. How Arteta turned Havertz from expensive flop to Arsenal’s gamechanger”He didn’t score in open play but his two penalties were outstanding and his general play was very good.“His link play, athleticism, he looked in a really good place.”Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal want a lethal frontman to take them to the next levelCredit: ReutersSpurs are likewise in the market for a forward of Isak’s calibreCredit: Rex More

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      Man Utd starlet Hannibal Mejbri’s Sevilla loan goes from bad to worse with youngster axed from squad entirely

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      HANNIBAL MEJBRI’S loan at Sevilla goes from bad to worse after the youngster was axed from their squad.The Manchester United youngster was forced to sit on the sidelines on Saturday’s clash against Getafe.Hannibal Mejbri was axed from Sevilla’s squad against Getafe on SaturdayCredit: GettyDespite interest from Everton, the 21-year-old was sent on loan to the Spanish side in January, with the option to buy the midfielder at the end of the season for £17million.But it looks like he will be returning to Old Trafford as the Tunisia international has failed to impress in the Spanish top flight.Things got off to a bad start for Hannibal in Andalusia with boss Quique Sanchez Flores ruling him out of contention for a starting spot after just one substitute appearance.The former Watford manager said: “After being with him, talking to him and having seen his first minutes in Girona.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”We are going to give him the necessary space to understand where he is, that he is at Sevilla and what it means.”He has to know where he is and we want to see him. We have spoken with him and we believe that he has to have some time to learn.”We wanted to give him space, time for him to see things from the outside and then he will return to the squad.”And Hannibal has so far failed to win his boss’ trust, playing under 90 minutes in four appearances before failing to even make the bench this weekend.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThe Red Devils sent Hannibal on loan last term to Championship side Birmingham.And last summer there were reports of clubs interested in signing Hannibal on loan or permanently but United decided to keep him.Unemployed David De Gea relaxes on beach on holiday but is trolled by former Man Utd team-mate over sunburn While he made 10 appearances under Erik ten Hag this season, the Dutchman felt it was best to send the starlet away again.But something drastic would have to change for Sevilla to sign Hannibal permanently and he looks set to return to United this summer.Hannibal is contracted to stay at Old Trafford until the summer of 2025. More

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      Aaron Ramsdale thrown Premier League transfer lifeline with Arsenal outcast ‘preparing to move on’ in summer

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      NEWCASTLE have renewed their interest in Arsenal keeper Aaron Ramsdale, according to reports.The Gunners shot-stopper, 25, is being heavily linked with leaving the Emirates at the end of the campaign after being dislodged as No1 by David Raya.Aaron Ramsdale is expected to leave Arsenal in the summerCredit: GettyHe has played just six Premier League games so far this seasonThe English keeper has featured just six times in the Premier League this season despite a stellar first two years in North London.Now he is “assessing his options” ahead of the transfer window as he seeks more regular game time.According to The Mail, Newcastle are one of the clubs interested in him.Martin Dubravka, 35, has been deputising for Nick Pope, 31, who is expected to return from injury before the end of the month.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut Newcastle want to bring a younger keeper in as they look towards the future.And manager Eddie Howe could well be best placed to convince Ramsdale to move to St James’ Park having signed him for Bournemouth in 2017.Ramsdale also gave credit to Howe despite the coach fining him and sending him on loan to Wimbledon after he missed the bus for a Carabao Cup clash with Chelsea.The keeper later called the incident a “penny dropping moment” in his career.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERHowever, Newcastle’s pursuit of Ramsdale will depend on Arsenal’s asking price.He joined Mikel Arteta’s men from Sheffield United for £30million in 2021, having returned to Bramall Lane from Bournemouth for £18.5m one year earlier.Chelsea women’s coach Emma Hayes SHOVES Arsenal boss Jonas Eidevall in heated scenes after losing League Cup finalIf Ramsdale does leave Arsenal, the Premier League title challengers are eyeing up Columbus Crew keeper Patrick Schulte as a potential replacement. More