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      Jordan Henderson to be slapped with £3m bill if he returns to Premier League with £700k-a-week star set to quit Saudi

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      JORDAN HENDERSON will be slapped with a £3million tax bill if he leaves Al-Ettifaq this month.The midfielder wants to return to the Premier League just six months after his move to Saudi Arabia.
      Jordan Henderson faces a £3million tax bill if he leaves Al-Ettifaq this monthCredit: Getty
      Henderson departed Liverpool to sign a three-year deal with Al-Ettifaq in the summer.
      His contract includes £700,000-a-week wages, which were signed on a tax-free basis.
      However, that only applies if he honours the first two years of his contract.
      As a result, Henderson would be forced to pay £3million if he returns to Europe before the end of the January transfer window.
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      SunSport revealed on Saturday that the 33-year-old had told his former team-mates he has made a huge mistake.
      A return to England is on the cards for Henderson, whilst Celtic and an unnamed German club are also understood to be interested in a move.
      Leaving Saudi Arabia could also boost his chances of making Gareth Southgate’s England squad for Euro 2024.
      Henderson was made captain by Steven Gerrard after joining Al-Ettifaq but has yet to score in 19 appearances for the club.
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      Meanwhile, Gerrard is under mounting pressure with the club dropping to eighth in the Saudi Pro League after a torrid run.
      Al-Ettifaq have won just one of their last 13 matches across all competitions and are winless in nine.
      Gerrard also lost assistant manager Ian Foster last week after he agreed to become Plymouth’s new boss.
      Steven Gerrard signed Henderson on a three-year deal in the summerCredit: Reuters More

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      Tottenham transfer blow as ‘Bayern Munich make last-ditch attempt to sign top target in centre-back hunt’

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      BAYERN MUNICH have joined Tottenham in the race to sign Genoa defender Radu Dragusin, according to reports.Dragusin, 21, has been heavily linked with a move to Spurs this month.
      Bayern Munich want to hijack Tottenham’s pursuit of Radu DragusinCredit: Getty
      The Lilywhites sent scouts to watch him in action earlier this season and they are now prepared to table a bid.
      However, according to German outlet Sport BILD, Bayern Munich are also interested.
      Bayern boss Thomas Tuchel is understood to be keen on the prospect of signing the centre-back.
      However, Tottenham are still leading the transfer race for Dragusin.
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      The Romania international is reportedly valued at around £26million.
      Dragusin made his professional debut for Juventus in 2020 but struggled to establish himself as a regular first team player.
      He was subsequently loaned out three times to Sampdoria, Salernitana and Genoa.
      The defender completed a permanent move to Genoa last January and has since made 62 appearances.
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      Tottenham are also on the verge of signing Timo Werner on loan until the end of the season.
      The deal is expected to include an option to buy for around £14million. More

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      Arsenal to beat Man Utd to top target after ‘agreeing to trigger £34m release clause’ in stunning transfer

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      ARSENAL have agreed to trigger Jeremie Frimpong’s £34million release clause, according to reports.The Dutch international has emerged as a target for both the Gunners and Manchester United in recent weeks.
      Arsenal are ready to trigger Jeremie Frimpong’s £34million release clauseCredit: Getty
      He has been a key man for Bayer Leverkusen so far this season as Xabi Alonso’s side push for a first-ever Bundesliga title.
      However, Frimpong could be on the move come the end of the season.
      Bild report that Arsenal are willing to meet his £34million release clause once it becomes active in the summer.
      The Gunners are said to see the clause as a potential bargain as they move ahead of United in the race to sign the 23-year-old.
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      Leverkusen are keen to keep hold of Frimpong, though, the report adds.
      They know, however, that the release clause, which was included in the new deal he signed in October, has taken his potential exit out of their hands.
      Frimpong has spent the majority of his career as a right-back but has largely been used further forward by Alonso this season.
      In 22 appearances across all competitions, the Dutchman has scored seven goals and provided 22 assists.
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      He has also featured in every match of their unbeaten Bundesliga campaign so far, with Leverkusen also yet to lose in the cup or Europe.
      Frimpong previously came through Manchester City’s academy and spent two years with Celtic before joining Leverkusen in 2021. More

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      Five strikers Arsenal should sign to solve goalscoring woes including Ivan Toney as Ian Wright calls for Serie A star

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      ARSENAL’S woes in front of goal continued as they crashed out the FA Cup at home to Liverpool.The Gunners mustered 18 shots but again failed to find their clinical edge as they slipped to a 2-0 defeat.
      Mikel Arteta has seen his team struggle in front of goal in recent gamesCredit: Reuters
      Kai Havertz was the latest to play up front and not hit the back of the netCredit: Getty
      It is a worryingly reccurring issue after having 30 attempts without a goal in the previous home loss to West Ham.
      Arsenal have not scored in three of their last seven games and they have won just once during this disaster run.
      Fans are desperately calling for the club to sign a striker in January amid concerns Gabriel Jesus and Eddie Nketiah won’t rediscover their form and fire them to Premier League glory.
      Legend Ian Wright cried “we need a killer” after yesterday’s defeat and Martin Keown added: “If ever a game underlined the deficiencies in front of goal that was it.”
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      Piers Morgan also ranted: “Best football Arsenal have played all season but same old problem – no striker who knows how to score goals. Incredibly frustrating.”
      With the transfer window now open, SunSport have taken a look at five forwards who could solve the goalscoring problem.
      Victor Osimhen
      Osimhen, 25, hit an incredible 31 goals in 39 games last season as he carried Napoli to the Serie A title.
      He has scored a more modest eight this term but remains one of Europe’s hottest prospects.
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      The Nigerian penned a new contract last month that runs until 2026.
      However, the deal includes a release clause worth £112million that Arsenal could trigger if they find the cash.
      Wright is in favour of a move for Osimhen, saying: “The calibre of player Arsenal need right now is somebody who hits the ground running, a top end striker, like the Osimhens of this world… that level.
      “If Arsenal want to do it now they’re going to need that level of goalscorer who will slot in straight away.”
      Osimhen has also been linked with a switch to Chelsea.
      Victor Osimhen has a £112m release clause in his contractCredit: Getty
      Ivan Toney
      Toney, 27, will return to the field next week with his eight-month betting ban coming to an end.
      The Brentford striker scored 20 goals last season and his Premier League know-how could fix Arsenal’s lack of cutting edge.
      But a January deal may prove difficult with Thomas Frank “desperate” to keep his star man for the club’s possible relegation battle.
      Meanwhile, Toney has revealed that he is keen to “repay” the club for sticking by him during his time out of football.
      It has been reported that any bid under £80m will not be considered by Brentford.
      A transfer for Ivan Toney may be tough to complete with the player hinting at staying with Brentford this seasonCredit: Alamy
      Dusan Vlahovic
      Vlahovic has been on Arsenal’s radar for two years after he nearly joined them instead of Juventus in 2022.
      The Serbian striker was signed for £62m and has scored 30 goals in 80 games for the Old Lady.
      Vlahovic has been linked with a move away from Turin with Juve needing to balance the books.
      But the 23-year-old wants to stay and recently insisted that transfer talk was just “noise”.
      Juventus’ Dusan Vlahovic has been on Arsenal’s radar for some timeCredit: Reuters

      Dominic Solanke
      Reports suggest that Arsenal could launch a bid for Solanke this winter.
      The Bournemouth striker is enjoying a fantastic season in front of goal, scoring 13 times in all competitions.
      His ability to bring others into play and his Prem experience could make him a solid option for Arsenal.
      Tottenham and West Ham have also been linked with Solanke – though the Cherries insist they will not sell the 26-year-old.
      But speculation has hinted that a bid in the region of £60m could change their minds.
      Bournemouth are keen to keep Dominic Solanke until the end of the seasonCredit: Alamy
      Serhou Guirassy
      After splashing just over £200m in the summer, Arsenal may not be able to afford spending big this month.
      Therefore, Guirassy is a cheaper alternative to many other targets.
      The Stuttgart striker is having a sensational campaign, having hit 17 goals in 14 Bundesliga games this term.
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      Guirassy, 27, has a reported £15m release clause in his contract.
      Arsenal could try to tempt him to the Emirates but there is much interest from across Europe, meaning that £15m price tag could soar.
      Serhou Guirassy is available for £15m in JanuaryCredit: Getty More

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      Djed Spence set for immediate Tottenham transfer exit just days after Leeds ripped up loan contract

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      DJED SPENCE is reportedly set for another loan move away from Tottenham.The right-back returned from his spell at Leeds last week after the Championship side triggered his recall clause.
      Djed Spence is set to be loaned out again after returning to Tottenham from LeedsCredit: Alamy
      Spence made just seven appearances during his loan after recovering from a knee injury.
      According to Fabrizio Romano, Spurs are planning to loan the 23-year-old out again for the remainder of the season.
      The report adds that he is expected to secure a move away from North London within a matter of days.
      Spence has played for Spurs just six times since signing from Middlesbrough in 2022.
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      He previously spent the second half of last season in France with Rennes after failing to establish himself at his new club.
      Ange Postecoglou also deemed him surplus to requirements after his appointment in the summer.
      As a result, the former England under-21 international had reportedly been put up for sale after his return from Leeds due to apparent “attitude issues”.
      However, Spence instead seems set for another loan move away from Spurs, where he is contracted until 2027.
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      Elsewhere, Eric Dier could also leave the club this week after agreeing terms on a move to Bayern Munich.
      As for incomings, former Chelsea striker Timo Werner is on the verge of becoming Postecoglou’s first January signing.
      The German forward will sign on loan from RB Leipzig with an option to buy. More

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      How Real Madrid could line up after Kylian Mbappe ‘agrees to join on free transfer next season’

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      KYLIAN MBAPPE is set to join Real Madrid in a stunning free transfer this summer.The Frenchman finally reached an agreement with Los Blancos last week following months of speculation, according to Foot Mercato.
      Kylian Mbappe is set to join Real Madrid this summerCredit: Getty
      Real Madrid have been pushing to sign Mbappe since his Monaco days.
      The La Liga giants came close to sealing a deal in 2022, but the 25-year-old penned a new two-year contract with Paris Saint-Germain instead.
      However, Carlo Ancelotti will finally get his man in July.
      Mbappe is set to jump straight into the Italian’s starting line-up when he arrives at the Santiago Bernabeu, joining the likes of Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Jr.
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      The World Cup winner regularly plays on the left wing for his national team, but he will likely move into the middle for Real Madrid to accommodate Vinicius and Rodrygo.
      Bellingham, who joined Los Blancos in a huge £115million transfer last summer, is set to keep his spot in midfield.
      The England international is currently leading the La Liga Golden Boot race with 13 goals in 17 games.
      Mbappe’s proposed partnership with Bellingham will likely strike fear into any defence in Europe.
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      How Real Madrid could line up with Mbappe
      Although they are yet to pen new deals with Real Madrid, Toni Kroos and Luka Modric could stay at the Santiago Bernabeu beyond the summer.
      Both players will be able to provide five-star service to Mbappe in attack.
      And with Thibaut Courtois set to return from an ACL injury ahead of the 2024-25 season, Los Blancos will still be defensively solid.
      David Alaba, who joined the club in 2021, is also set to return from his ACL injury in time for the new season.
      Alternatively, Ancelotti could bolster his squad even more by adding some extra summer signings to the mix.
      Real Madrid have expressed an interest in signing Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle, but they face competition from PSG.
      Guimaraes could be a perfect replacement for either Kroos or Modric in midfield.
      Federico Valverde will also step up should either of the two players leave.
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      Amad Diallo forces famous Man Utd fan page to delete post and apologise after trolling them with ‘stop lying, mate’ post

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      MANCHESTER UNITED winger Amad Diallo has shut down rumours linking him with a loan move to the Championship this month.The 21-year-old returned to Old Trafford in July following a successful season-long loan with Sunderland.
      Amad Diallo has suggested that he will stay at Man Utd this seasonCredit: Alamy
      The 21-year-old shut down rumours linking him with a move to the ChampionshipCredit: X / @Amaddiallo_19
      However, he suffered a knee injury during the club’s pre-season tour and spent the first half of the 2023-24 campaign on the sidelines.
      His lack of minutes have led some Man Utd fans to believe that he will be loaned back to the Championship until the end of the season.
      But Diallo has suggested that he will be staying with the Red Devils for the foreseeable future.
      Responding to a Man Utd fan page that had shared speculation around his future on X, he wrote: “Stop lying mate!”
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      The fan page then replied: “Hi Amad, apologies if the post has been misunderstood.
      “We’re not saying that you’re leaving. We’re just sharing quotes from a former Premier League player who suggested a Championship side could look to make a move for you. That’s why used the word ‘tipped’.
      “As United fans, we would love to see you play and tear it up now that you’ve returned from injury.
      “You can see the context of what we’ve written in the article itself. Hope that clears the situation up. Best regards!”
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      Diallo joined Man Utd in a £37million transfer from Atalanta in 2021 and has since made 10 first team appearances.
      Erik ten Hag is confident that the Ivory Coast international will add a spark to his attacking line-up.
      He said: “Yeah, he is very ball secure. He can bring key actions, final passes, score a goal. And so I think he has some weapons. That is always what you are looking for with offensive players.” More

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      Kylian Mbappe ‘ready to consider Premier League free transfer’ with PSG ace ‘unimpressed’ by Real Madrid pursuit

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      KYLIAN MBAPPE is reportedly ready to consider a free transfer to the Premier Leauge – as frustrations grow with Real Madrid’s pursuit.The French sensation, 25, has entered the final six months of his Paris Saint-Germain contract.
      Kylian Mbappe could be set for a sensational free transfer in the summerCredit: Getty
      And he is expected to leave the Ligue 1 giants at the end of the season.
      Real Madrid remain desperate to land the World Cup winner – after failed attempts in 2017 and again in 2022.
      However, The Times state Real have placed a January deadline on Mbappe signing a pre-contract agreement for the 2024-25 season to secure his services.
      But the report adds the forward is unimpressed by Los Blancos’ approach to the latest negotiations – and he has told friends he will not be forced into making a premature decision.
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      The Times adds that Mbappe wants to explore his other options first.
      And that includes moving to England, with Liverpool a genuine possible destination.
      The Qatar 2022 Golden Boot winner has openly admitted his admiration for Jurgen Klopp’s style of play and held talks with Liverpool in 2022.
      Mbappe could be a suitable superstar replacement for Mo Salah if the Egyptian hero does go to Saudi Arabia this summer.
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      The Saudi Pro League, meanwhile, are expected to make another approach for the Frenchman.
      Mbappe was the subject of a world-record £259million transfer bid from Al-Hilal last year but opted against the move which would have seen him become the highest-paid footballer on the planet.
      Following the saga in the summer, Mbappe informed PSG he would not sign the 12-month extension option on his current contract.
      That saw him exiled from the first-team squad and he was only able to return after agreeing to forego a series of bonuses worth £68m.
      Mbappe – who has 22 goals in 23 games since his reintroduction – discussed his future with PSG president Nasser al-Khelaifi ahead of Wednesday’s Trophee des Champions victory over Toulouse.
      However, he left the door open to where he will be playing his football next term.
      Mbappe told reporters: “No. I’m very, very motivated for this year. It is very important.
      “As I said, we have got titles to go after and we have already taken one.
      “After that, I haven’t made up my mind yet. I have not made a choice.”
      Mbappe previously held talks with Liverpool and admires Jurgen Klopp’s playCredit: Getty – Contributor More