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      Fans say ‘this can’t be a thing?’ as Golden AGENT award is given to rep at centre of Chelsea and Liverpool transfer war

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      FOOTBALL fans are baffled after after it was announced Ali Barat will receive the Golden Agent Award for brokering Moises Caicedo’s £115million move to Chelsea.Barat, owner of the company EPIC Sports who also represent Blues forward Nicolas Jackson, represented Caicedo as he sought a way out of Brighton in the summer.
      Ali Barat was announced as the winner of the Golden Agent Award
      He has been given the honour for brokering Moises Caicedo’s move to ChelseaCredit: X
      It initially looked as though he was going to join Liverpool after the Seagulls agreed a £111m fee for the midfielder, 22, in the summer.
      But he then opted against joining the Anfield outfit, before Barat helped get a £115m deal over the line with Chelsea.
      Barat will receive the Golden Agent Award in Turin on Monday at a ceremony that will also see Jude Bellingham claim the Golden Boy honour.
      Reacting to being named the winning agent, Barat said: “I am proud and honored to receive the Golden Agent award 2023, representing this fantastic team.
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      “On behalf of Epic Sports, I would like to thank Tuttosport, in particular Massimo Franchi and the whole organization of the Golden Boy Awards, for rewarding our passion, commitment and results.
      “I can’t wait to share our excitement and gratitude with all of you. See you in Turin!”
      But football fans have trashed the idea of an agent receiving such an honour.
      And they took to social media to air their strong views.
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      Caicedo joined Chelsea in the summer in a deal worth £115millionCredit: Getty
      One said: “Is this a real award ? I mean how hard can it be maybe a few phone calls and getting Chelsea to part with £100m?”
      Another added: “Getting an award for sending his player to a complete mess 😂🤦🏻‍♂️.”
      A third replied: “That can’t seriously be a thing, can it?”
      While a fourth responded: “Next awards given for worst VAR decisions 😄😁.”
      Caicedo has made 14 appearances for Chelsea since arriving at Stamford Bridge.
      He is yet to register a goal contribution, but has started seven of the Blues’ last eight Premier League matches. More

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      Newcastle star Fabian Schar hints at career change as he takes on major new role with contract expiring next summer

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      NEWCASTLE star Fabian Schar is set to swap the dressing room for the boardroom… after becoming a director of Swiss club FC Wil.The central defender began his career with the second-tier outfit, based in his hometown.
      Fabian Schar is the director of Wil, where he started his career before moving to NewcastleCredit: Getty
      Newcastle ace Schar’s contract runs out in JuneCredit: Getty
      Schar spent 13 years with Wil before landing a move to FC Basel in 2012.
      Newcastle signed him from Deportivo La Coruna in 2018, and he has since made over 150 Toon appearances.
      The 31-year-old will be out of contract next summer.
      Wil officials voted Schar onto the northeastern club’s board on Tuesday.
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      The defender said: “FC Wil are the club of my childhood, youth and lifeblood.
      “Being now able to help shape their strategy is perfect preparation for life after my playing career.
      “I will try to bring my sporting knowledge to the club to help it progress.
      “I’ve seen and experienced a lot in football, and will try to pass on the benefit of my experience.
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      “I’m happy to be a part of FC Wil once more.  It is my home town, and this means a lot.
      “I used to stand behind the goal as a fan, and it’s wonderful to be part of the club again.
      “I love football, and hope to keep active as long as possible.  I am proud of my playing career.
      “Could I end it with Wil?  I don’t know whether that would be possible alongside being a director.
      “But I’ve learned things don’t turn out as you expect in football.  So I’ll take it a day at a time, and see where I end up.”
      Schar has won 78 Switzerland caps, and has also played for German club Hoffenheim. More

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      I’m a former Chelsea star – Victor Osimhen will be kicking himself if he joins Blues in January transfer

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      FORMER Chelsea star Glen Johnson has shared his thoughts on the Blues’ top transfer target Victor Osimhen.According to the ex-right-back the Napoli star “will be kicking himself” if he made a move to Stamford Bridge in the January transfer window.
      Glen Johnson shared his thoughts on Chelsea’s transfer top pick Victor OsimhenCredit: Getty
      Johnson thinks Osimhen ‘will be kicking himself’ if he moved to Chelsea in JanuaryCredit: Alamy
      Blues chief Todd Boehly is itching to strengthen his frontline and Napoli’s Osimhen is reportedly at the top of his transfer wishlist.
      The 24-year-old is said to be available in the January transfer window.
      But ex-Blues star Johnson believes Europe’s most sought-after striker might not want to move to West London just yet.
      In an interview with GGRecon he said: “Regardless of what’s happening at Napoli, I believe Victor would want to join Chelsea anyway.
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      “However, Victor will be kicking himself that this move could happen when Chelsea are currently in transition.
      “Of course they’re a big team and they’re going to bounce back eventually.
      “But as long as Victor is willing to wait 18 months or so for that to happen, then I’m sure he’d still want to sign for them in January.”
      Mauricio Pochettino’s squad’s struggles go on as they faced a 4-1 defeat against Newcastle on Saturday.
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      They currently sit 10th in the Premier League table, 14 points adrift of top spot.
      And the former Liverpool defender thinks a move to Chelsea could hinder Osimhen’s terrific form.
      The Nigeria international scored 31 goals across all competitions last season and has already scored six goals in 11 appearances this term.
      Johnson continued: “It’s tough for strikers to move to struggling sides and start banging in the goals straight away; that’s difficult for anyone to do.
      “For example, if Erling Haaland joined Chelsea in January, he wouldn’t score the same amount of goals he’s scoring now.
      “It’s hard to assume that Victor’s going to start banging in goals from day one, if the move happens.
      “But I think he will score goals in the Premier League and the league will suit him.”
      And the Serie A champions will likely demand £120million for him.
      Chelsea has already spent £1billion since Boehly took over in May 2022.
      Should Chelsea complete a deal to sign Osimhen, he will become the most expensive player in the Premier League.
      Johnson added: “I think Chelsea needs to sign a new striker, but not one that’s going to make them break the bank.
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      “We haven’t seen Nkunku play yet and that’s obviously because he’s had a big injury.
      “So as long as that doesn’t present any repercussions for him, then hopefully he can be the player that they signed him to be.” More

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      Arsenal and Liverpool ‘exploring’ stunning Kylian Mbappe transfer with PSG star available for free in summer

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      ARSENAL and Liverpool are both exploring the possibility of signing Kylian Mbappe, according to reports.The 24-year-old’s current contract with Paris Saint-Germain is set to expire in June, meaning he will become a free agent if he decides against renewing.
      Arsenal and Liverpool are considering the possibility of signing Kylian MbappeCredit: Getty
      Mbappe can start negotiating terms with other clubs from January 1, with several European sides already understood to be interested.
      And according to the Daily Record, Premier League giants Arsenal and Liverpool are among his potential suitors.
      Both clubs are said to be “exploring the financial and sporting parameters involved” in signing the Frenchman.
      Mikel Arteta is eager to bring a new striker to the Emirates Stadium as he looks to guide Arsenal to their first league title in 20 years.
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      The Gunners have already been linked with a move for Ivan Toney and Victor Osimhen ahead of the January transfer window.
      Meanwhile, Liverpool are long-term admirers of Mbappe, with Jurgen Klopp a known fan.
      Real Madrid have also held an interest in him for several years.
      Los Blancos came close to signing him in the summer of 2022, but he shocked the world by penning a two-year extension with PSG instead.
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      Mbappe has scored 14 goals in 12 Ligue 1 games so far this season
      The forward turned down a world-record offer from Al-Hilal this summer after the Saudi Pro League side had a £259million bid accepted.
      Mbappe was subsequently sent to train with PSG’s “undesirables” – a group of senior players that were transfer listed by the club prior to deadline day.
      However, he made a quick return to the first team and has since scored 17 goals in 17 appearances across all competitions this season. More

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      Chelsea transfer target Victor Osimhen’s agent fly out to Madrid while Napoli star takes in Bernabeu on his own

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      VICTOR OSIMHEN was joined by his agent in Madrid for Napoli’s Champions League clash. The striker’s future in Italy remains in doubt amid a row with the club but he travelled to Spain for tomorrow’s group stage match.
      Victor Osimhen at Real Madrid’s Bernabeu
      He wondered the pitch on his own
      Osimhen, 24, was captured taking in the Bernabeu stadium all on his own, joined by none of his team-mates.
      And Spanish reports suggest the Nigerian’s agent, Roberto Calenda, has jetted in too for transfer talks with Los Blancos after the game.
      And that would come a huge blow to suitors Chelsea.
      Osimhen scored 26 goals in 32 matches last season to help Napoli to the Serie A title.
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      But his relationship with the Italian champion has soured in the last few months – including with manager Rudi Garcia.
      Then the club mocking him on social media just added to the uncertainty over his future.
      Still Osimhen has six goals in 11 matches this season but he nine games with a hamstring injury.
      He returned in Napoli’s 2-1 win over Atalanta but did so strongly linked with a move to Chelsea in the winter window.
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      Osimhen is believed to be the Blues’ top target as they struggle for goals.
      Liverpool and Arsenal are also among those linked but Chelsea could be preparing for a bid when the market opens in January.
      But Osimhen could demand as much as £120m for the attacker, which would be a Premier League record fee.
      Chelsea have already spent £1billion since Boehly took over in May 2022.
      Osimhen is linked with a transfer to ChelseaCredit: Alamy More

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      Premier League clubs on transfer alert as PSG set to sell forgotten wonderkid wanted by multiple teams

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN are ready to sell forward Hugo Ekitike in January – putting Premier League clubs on red alert.Newcastle came close to signing the young Frenchman before he went to PSG from Reims 18 months ago and have been linked with a fresh approach this month.
      Hugo Ekitike joined PSG as a highly rated youngster from ReimsCredit: Getty
      West Ham were keen in August – while Crystal Palace have also shown previous interest.
      Ekitike was signed by PSG for just over £30million in July 2022 but struggled for game-time last term behind the superstar trio of Kylian Mbappe, Neymar and Lionel Messi.
      The latter two galacticos moved in the summer yet Ekitike has become the forgotten man at the Parc de Princes this season.
      The 21-year-old has played just nine minutes in the current campaign, which came as a late sub in August’s 0-0 draw at home to Lorient.
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      Indeed he has only been on the bench two other times – which also came three months ago – despite not being injured and is unlikely to be involved against Newcastle in the Champions League tonight.
      PSG would prefer to sell Ekitike, who also has interest from a few clubs outside of the Premier League, but may be open to a loan with an option to buy.
      Eikitike came close to leaving PSG in the summer, with the club keen to include him in their deal to sign Randal Kolo Muani from Frankfurt.
      While Frankfurt were open to the prospect, Ekitike opted against moving to the Bundesliga club.
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      The Frenchman’s place in the PSG pecking order only fell further last week after the club confirmed they had activated a clause to make Goncalo Ramos’ loan from Benfica permanent.
      Ramos, who shone for Portugal during last year’s World Cup, has signed a contract until 2028 and Benfica will receive up to £69.3m for the forward.
      Ramos immediately repaid the club’s faith in him after a difficult start to the season when he opened the scoring during PSG’s 5-2 victory over Monaco on Friday. More

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      Tottenham ‘battling Liverpool and Man Utd’ for January transfer of ex-Barcelona star as Postecoglou seeks new signings

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      TOTTENHAM have reportedly joined Manchester United and Liverpool in the race for Jean-Clair Todibo.Ange Postecoglou is desperate for new signings after seeing his side’s incredible start to the season fall away.
      Spurs have joined the hunt for Nice and France defender Jean-Clair TodiboCredit: Getty
      The Londoners were top of the table and unbeaten in their first 10 matches before facing rivals Chelsea at the start of the month.
      But Spurs ended up with nine men on the field as they lost 4-1 at home.
      The heartbreaking loss also saw them lose star players James Maddison and Mickey van de Ven to long-term injuries.
      And with Tottenham going on to lose their next two games against Wolves and Aston Villa as well, Postecoglou is demanding reinforcements.
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      It’s reckoned the Aussie would love to boost his midfield and attacking options.
      But he is also prioritising a new defender amid doubts over Eric Dier’s future.
      And the Standard claims ‘Big Ange’ has identified Nice centre-back Todibo as his top target.
      The 23-year-old, once of Barcelona, has helped his side to second place in Ligue 1 with some fine performances.
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      He has also become a regular at the back for Didier Deschamps’ France.
      And Nice are believed to only be holding out for a bargain £39million fee.
      Spurs also have interest in Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi, Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite and Bournemouth’s Lloyd Kelly.
      But Todibo’s price tag and performances makes him the top choice right now.
      However, the Frenchman is wanted by Liverpool and Man United, who will not make things easy for Spurs.
      Todibo would also want guarantees of a regular starting spot, meaning one of Van de Ven or Romero would have to drop out of the XI.
      And he’s said to be comfortable at Nice until the summer as they mount a surprise title bid. More

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      Steve Cooper ‘wanted by two Premier League rivals’ if under-pressure Nottingham Forest boss leaves

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      NOTTINGHAM FOREST manager Steve Cooper is being eyed by two Premier League clubs.Cooper has overseen a disappointing run with Forest who have only won one out of their last nine Premier League matches, of which they have lost four.
      Nottingham Forest boss Steve Cooper has overseen a poor run of resultsCredit: Alamy
      West Ham and Crystal Palace are keeping tabs on Forest boss CooperCredit: Alamy
      There are no indications pointing at a potential dismissal but results will have to improve and thus two Prem sides are keeping tabs on the Welsh tactician’s status at the Tricky Trees.
      According to talkSPORT, West Ham and Crystal Palace are both weighing a potential bid for the 43-year-old if he becomes available.
      Palace owner Steve Parish is a long-term admirer of Cooper and would seriously consider him as replacement for Roy Hodgson.
      Hodgson has been doing a good job at Selhurst Park this season with the Eagles 10 points away from the relegation zone but the ex-England boss’ contract runs out in June.
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      The same goes for West Ham manager David Moyes, and thus the Hammers may have to look for a replacement just in case the ex-Manchester United head coach doesn’t extend.
      Both teams are very keen on Cooper, who took over at Nottingham in 2021 when the team was bottom of the Championship.
      However, the ex-England Under-17 manager turned things around almost immediately as he led Forest to the play-offs.
      That in turn saw Nottingham returning to the Premier League after a 23-year absence during Cooper’s first season in charge.
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      The team struggled at the beginning of last season and there were rumours club owner Evangelos Marinakis was considering sacking the Welshman.
      But instead Marinakis maintained the faith and awarded the ex-Swansea boss with a new contract until 2025.
      Cooper returned the favour by avoiding relegation on Forest’s first season back in the Premier League.
      Nottingham haven’t been able to set the world alight this term either but are currently eight points away from the drop zone and are less likely to undergo another relegation scrap. More