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      Fans say ‘Ramsdale’s days were numbered’ after interview with Ian Wright that left Arsenal legend looking shocked

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      SUPPORTERS have claimed that “Aaron Ramsdale’s days were numbered” after watching a clip of him leaving Arsenal legend Ian Wright looking shocked emerged.Ex-Sheffield United and Bournemouth stopper Ramsdale, 25, arrived at the Emirates in 2021.
      A clip from an Aaron Ramsdale interview in the summer has resurfaced and got Gooners talkingCredit: Behind The Game
      Gunners legend Ian Wright looked stunned at the keeper’s wordsCredit: Behind The Game
      He instantly became No1 at the club and held that spot until September this year.
      Spaniard Raya arrived on an initial loan from Brentford during the summer transfer window and the 28-year-old was preferred to the England international for the win at Everton in September.
      The star has continued to be picked since by Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta, with Ramsdale’s only outings since coming in the Carabao Cup.
      Back in the summer, Ramsdale joined Gunners icon Wright, 60, for an interview on the Behind The Game podcast.
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      During it he spoke about his concentration levels and his interactions with fans during the matches.
      He said: “If you ask me to concentrate on a game of football for 90 minutes I’m finished. I can’t do it.
      ”So that’s why I get involved with the fans and I’ll sing along with the songs.”
      Ramsdale continued: “If someone’s giving me abuse I’ll turn around and I’ll give them a bit back.”
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      Wright looked stunned at Ramsdale’s revelation, before the goalie continued: “I’ve had my two/three minutes of sort of madness in my head, straight back to the football.
      “I’ve got 10/15 minutes of total concentration again – next thing you know half time is around.”

      The clip of the keeper’s admission has now re-emerged on social media, and it was shared by one fan along with several crying with laughter emojis and the caption: “Ramsdales days were numbered after he dropped this bombshell.
      “He should’ve kept it to himself.”
      A fellow Gooner shared a screenshot of Wright’s face during the interview and wrote: “This reaction from Ian says it all.”
      Another agreed, writing: “Ian Wright’s reaction and facial expression says it all.”
      Posting the same shot of Wright, another wrote: “He wish he could stop him, but the words just kept coming out.”
      However, not everybody was upset by Ramsdale’s remarks, with a host of fans backing him.
      One replied: “People are taking this out of context. Obviously this is in a game when we are leading comfortably.”
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      Another said: “TBF, that’s like >90% of all people no matter their job.”
      As another commented: “Ramsdale is still our best GK by some distance.” More

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      Newcastle line up £70m Sporting Lisbon wonderkid as Eddie Howe looks to transfer window to add to injury-ravaged squad

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      NEWCASTLE are eyeing Sporting Lisbon defender Ousmane Diomande.Toon boss Eddie Howe is desperate for reinforcements with a growing injury list causing some concern.
      Newcastle are lining up a swoop for £70million-rated Sporting Lisbon defender Ousmane DiomandeCredit: Getty
      Diomande is on his radar, although his £70million release clause will give Newcastle’s Saudi owners food for thought when the transfer window opens in January.
      Howe has sent scouts to watch the 19-year-old Ivory Coast ace, who’s regarded as the best African prospect playing in Europe.
      He has started in every game for Sporting and has been scouted at least three times by Newcastle this season.
      Diomande, who is comfortable playing in a back three or four, was watched in Sunday’s Lisbon 2-1 derby defeat by Benfica.
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      His current deal expires in 2027 but SunSport understands he would be interested in a switch to the Premier League.
      Arsenal have also been linked with Diomande after reportedly seeing a £30m bid rejected over the summer.
      The teen only made his debut for Sporting in February following a £6.5m switch from Danish side Midtjylland.
      He played 17 times in all competitions, scoring once.
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      But Diomande has already doubled his total this season with two goals in 16 outings.
      Sporting currently sit joint-top of the Portuguese league alongside Benfica, with both teams winning nine of their opening 11 matches.
      Diomande’s defensive pal Goncalo Inacio saw red in the heated derby on Sunday.
      He too has been linked with a Premier League move as Manchester United reportedly line up a January bid. More

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      Tottenham ‘line up Champions League star with better record than Haaland to replace Harry Kane in bargain £39m transfer’

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      TOTTENHAM are lining up a move for Feyenoord striker Santiago Gimenez, according to reports.Ange Postecoglou’s men have started the season in fine form and sit just two points off the top of the Premier League table heading into the international break.
      Santiago Gimenez has been in sensational form for Feyenoord this seasonCredit: Rex
      But back-to-back defeats at the hands of Chelsea and Wolves have slightly dampened the mood around the club.
      And while they have seemingly not missed record scorer Harry Kane as much as many expected, they could still seek a replacement in January.
      Richarlison has struggled to hit the back of the net since Kane’s exit and is now sidelined following surgery.
      Son Heung-min has been playing through the middle, but his more natural position remains the left flank.
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      According to Caught Offside, Gimenez, 22, is Spurs’ preferred striker ahead of Juventus forward Dusan Vlahovic.
      The Feyenoord marksman has netted 15 times in 15 matches for the Dutch giants so far this season – a better goal to game ratio than Manchester City’s Erling Haaland – who has 17 in 18 games in all competitions.
      It is understood Gimenez would set Tottenham back around £39million.
      But they face competition from Chelsea who could splash the cash once more in January.
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      Harry Kane has made a record-breaking start for Bayern Munich since leaving SpursCredit: AP
      Gimenez proved his credentials last season when he scored 23 goals in 45 games after joining from Mexican side Cruz Azul.
      And he has already performed in the Champions League, bagging a brace against Lazio last month.
      At international level, Gimenez made his Mexico debut in 2021 and has netted four times in 22 appearances.
      Meanwhile, Spurs’ former talisman Kane, 30, has been in scintillating form since he joined Bayern Munich.
      His record-breaking start has seen him score 21 goals in 16 matches – including 17 in 11 in the Bundesliga. More

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      Ratcliffe will give Ten Hag transfer war chest to overhaul Man Utd in January with Sancho among three names up for sale

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      ERIK TEN HAG will be given a transfer war chest once Sir Jim Ratcliffe has sealed his deal with Manchester United.The under-pressure Dutchman is poised to carry out “a reset” of his squad in January – and is believed to be targeting a full-back and a winger.
      Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag will be backed in the January transfer windowCredit: Rex
      Sir Jim Ratcliffe will back Ten Hag with a transfer war chest at Manchester UnitedCredit: PA
      It’s also understood that Ten Hag would be willing to listen to offers for Antony, Anthony Martial and Jadon Sancho as he looks to refresh his attacking options.
      A United source explained Ten Hag’s eyes remain “very firmly” fixed on securing a Champions League place – something he is convinced his squad can achieve, especially after the weekend win over Luton.
      Our source said: “January will be a big month for United. The deal involving Sir Jim should be done by then, and this will free up funds for Ten Hag to reset his squad.
      “He’s targeting a forward who can play on either flank and a right full-back.
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      “There’s a massive question mark over Sancho and Martial – neither are thought to be a part of the manager’s long-term plans. Both could move on.
      “Despite the difficulties of the first few weeks of the season, Ten Hag remains very confident and will be using the international break to try and work with the wider squad.
      “He’s convinced they can finish in the top four. Even though their form has been erratic, they are still within touching distance of those places. Now they have to kick on.
      “Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his team won’t be coming in and demanding changes to the management. Ten Hag will get time to prove he’s the person to take the club back to past glories.”
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      Meanwhile SunSport can reveal that Scott McTominay has now “secured his future at the club” having almost left in the summer.
      Our source added: “Ten Hag needs Scott in his team. There’s no chance he’d let him go now.
      “Scott is a key part of the side now as is Harry Maguire. In fact they are two of the first names on the team sheet. Things change fast in football.” More

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      Victor Osimhen reveals he owns two Premier League kits as Liverpool join Chelsea and Arsenal in transfer race

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      VICTOR OSIMHEN has revealed he owns two Premier League shirts as clubs queue up for the in-demand striker.The Napoli hitman finished as top scorer in Serie A last season.
      Victor Osimhen is wanted by multiple Premier League teamsCredit: Getty
      That sparked interest from several Premier League clubs including Chelsea and Arsenal.
      Now the Nigerian has revealed he owns two team shirts – Manchester United and Chelsea.
      He told The Obi One podcast: “I don’t have a favourite Premier League team but I’ve two jerseys: Chelsea and Manchester United.
      “Many friends of mine are Chelsea fans, few are United fans.
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      “Premier League is the most appreciated league by every African player — it’s a huge league.”
      Arsenal have been linked to a striker with Eddie Nketiah struggling for goals in place of the injured Gabriel Jesus.
      Brentford star Ivan Toney is believed to be of interest but he could cost between £80-£100million.
      Osimhen is another potential option for the Gunners although SunSport revealed Liverpool sent scouts to watch the Napoli ace while he was on international duty last month.
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      United are also said to be interested in Osimhen as they are targeting an experienced forward to help out Rasmus Hojlund.
      It remains to be seen if Napoli will let their star man leave in January, and if he does go it could be for a fee upwards of £100m. More

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      Jadon Sancho and Richarlison wanted in stunning Saudi Arabia transfers as Premier League braced for triple raid

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      MANCHESTER UNITED outcast Jadon Sancho and Tottenham forward Richarlison are wanted by clubs in Saudi Arabia, according to reports.Saudi teams are ramping up their transfer preparation ahead of the January window.
      Jadon Sancho could leave Manchester United after being banished from the first-teamCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Richarlison was wanted by a Saudi club in the summerCredit: Reuters
      And it appears they are determined to lure more big names from the Premier League to the Middle East.
      The likes of Al-Ittihad tried to sign Mo Salah in the summer, with Son Heung-min also revealing he rejected an offer from the Saudi Pro League.
      Now clubs are targeting Sancho and Richarlison, according to The Telegraph.
      It is claimed Steven Gerrard’s Al-Ettifaq were amongst the clubs interested in Sancho in the summer.
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      The winger has since fallen out with manager Erik ten Hag and has been banished from United’s first-team squad.
      He has been linked with a loan move to former side Borussia Dortmund, but Al-Ettifaq could return with a bid following their stuttering start to the season.
      While Richarlison is understood to have attracted interest from Al-Ittihad and Spurs could decide to sell as he has failed to live up to his £60million price tag since joining.
      United could also decide to cash in on Bruno Fernandes with reports claiming Saudi clubs are prepared to spend £87m on the midfielder.
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      Erik ten Hag may want to keep ahold of the Portuguese however after making him captain in the summer.
      But he will likely be happy to see Sancho leave, with the winger still exiled after failing to apologise to him over their public spat in September.
      Sir Jim Ratcliffe is said to be happy to sell him when he joins the United board following his investment in the club. More

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      Chelsea flop Timo Werner set for shock RB Leipzig transfer exit with German giants to allow Premier League return

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      Chelsea flop Timo Werner is set to be dumped by RB Leipzig – barely a year after they paid £25million to re-sign him.The Blues paid Leipzig £47m for the German striker in 2020 after he shone for the Bundesliga club.
      Timo Werner is set for a shock RB Leipzig transfer exitCredit: Getty
      Timo Werner spent an underwhelming two seasons at Chelsea from 2020-2022Credit: Getty
      However, Werner managed just ten goals in 56 Premier League games before returning two summers ago.
      He has started just three league games this season for Leipzig and was an unused sub in Sunday’s 3-1 win over Freiburg.
      Werner is coach Marco Rose’s fourth choice behind fellow strikers Lois Openda, Benjamin Sesko and Yussuf Poulsen.
      And Leipzig sporting director Rouven Schroder said they are ready to listen to January offers for the 27-year-old, according to German outlet Spox.
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      Schroder declared: “We look carefully at our squad, and we want players who have that something a bit different in their heads.
      “Those are the types of players who we will pick.
      “Timo is going through a difficult spell, and we are supporting him.  Life isn’t always sunshine.
      “If he has the notion that he would like to do something else, then we will deal with it.
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      “He is a part of our team, and he has to face up to competition for places.”
      Werner has won 57 caps, scoring 24 goals, but has lost his place in Germany’s national side due to an ankle injury.
      Schroder claimed Werner will overcome his current troubles.
      However, the Stuttgart-born frontman could yet seek to leave during the January window – opening the door to a cut-price Premier League return.
      Newcastle were very keen on signing Werner on loan last summer, but his Chelsea salary of £270,000 a week were a stumbling block.
      Juventus were also interested in taking the German star to Italy, according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano.
      However he chose to take a pay cut to around £165,000 a week to seal a move back to RB Leipzig in August 2022. More

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      Best XI of footballers available for free in summer includes Kylian Mbappe and would challenge for silverware

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      KYLIAN MBAPPE is amongst the footballers available for free next summer.A number of top stars across Europe are out of contract in 2024 and could form a formidable team together.
      Kylian Mbappe is amongst the players available for free in the summerCredit: Getty
      Mbappe is joined in the best XI of players available for free by Premier League stars and Champions League winners.
      Such is the quality involved, a team including all 11 would likely challenge for silverware.
      Here is SunSport’s best XI of players available for free next summer.
      GK – Andriy Lunin
      Real Madrid goalkeeper Andriy Lunin has been with the Spanish giants since 2018.
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      However, he has been limited to just 21 appearances and could leave for free when his current deal expires next year.
      Celtic have been linked with a move for Lunin, whose wife has given the green light for him to leave Real Madrid.
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      RB – Aaron Wan-Bissaka
      Despite being one of Manchester United’s standout performers this season, Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s future remains uncertain.
      Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s Manchester United future remains uncertainCredit: Rex
      The full-back is currently in limbo at Old Trafford with the club stalling on offering him a new deal.
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      Previous contract talks in the summer failed to find a solution, with United understood to be more likely to trigger a one-year extension instead.
      CB – Presnel Kimpembe
      Presnel Kimpembe remains sidelined after rupturing his Achilles back in February.
      The Paris Saint-Germain defender has missed 31 games since and is yet to sign a new deal with the French giants.
      A graduate of the club’s academy, Kimpembe has been with PSG for 18 years but was previously offered to Manchester City in the summer.
      CB – Mario Hermoso
      Spanish defender Mario Hermoso has made 145 appearances and won a league title since joining Atletico Madrid in 2019.
      The 28-year-old is yet to pen a new deal, though, and will currently become a free agent in the summer.
      Arsenal were long-term admirers prior to his move to the Spanish capital, whilst Tottenham and Saudi side Al-Ahli have also been linked since.
      LB – Victor Lindelof
      As with Wan-Bissaka, United are also yet to decide whether they will extend Victor Lindelof’s contract beyond next summer.
      The Swede is able to speak to overseas clubs from the start of January to agree a pre-contract deal for when he becomes a free agent.
      Lindelof has made 14 appearances this season, including three at left-back as he covers for the injured Luke Shaw.
      Victor Lindelof is free to speak to overseas clubs in JanuaryCredit: Getty
      CM – Adrien Rabiot
      Adrien Rabiot has been linked with a move to Old Trafford for much of the last two years but remains a Juventus player.
      The Red Devils are reportedly plotting a cut-price January approach, though, despite Rabiot being available for free at the end of the season.
      Rabiot signed a one-year extension last summer and is currently on the radar of several Premier League clubs.
      CM – Wilfred Ndidi
      After staying with Leicester following their relegation from the Premier League, Wilfred Ndidi remains a key man for the Foxes.
      The midfielder had played every match in the Championship this term before picking up a muscle injury during the October international break.
      He may leave before his deal expires next summer, though, with Barcelona eyeing a January move to jump the queue for his signature.
      CM – Daichi Kamada
      Daichi Kamada was one of the most sought after players in Europe as his Frankfurt contract ran down in the summer.
      However, he would have to wait until August before signing a one-year deal with Lazio.
      Although their is an option to extend the deal by three years, the Japanese midfielder is currently set to be available for free again in 2024.
      RW – Nico Williams
      Nico Williams has emerged as a promising talent since breaking into the Athletic Bilbao first team and making his senior Spain debut.
      The 21-year-old already has six goal involvements this season but is out of contract next summer.
      Liverpool and Aston Villa were linked with a summer move, whilst Newcastle have also been tipped as potential suitors in recent weeks.
      Liverpool, Aston Villa and Newcastle have all been linked with Nico WilliamsCredit: Getty
      ST – Alvaro Morata
      Having returned to Atletico in 2022 after a two-year loan at Juventus, Alvaro Morata has led the line in prolific fashion for Diego Simeone’s side this season.
      The Spain striker has 12 goals in 15 matches across all competitions, including three goals against Celtic in the Champions League.
      Atletico are yet to offer Morata a new deal, though, following interest from Saudi Arabia back in the summer.
      LW – Kylian Mbappe
      Mbappe shocked PSG chiefs in the summer as he confirmed he would not be extending his contract beyond 2024.
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      Despite interest from Real Madrid and Saudi Arabia, though, PSG could not sell him before the window closed.
      His future remains unclear approaching the final six months of his deal, with Real’s move for him reportedly at risk over financial issues. More