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      Romelu Lukaku drops major hint over next club with Chelsea loanee to seal transfer ‘sooner than people think’

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      CHELSEA loanee Romelu Lukaku hinted at a stunning transfer that will happen “much sooner than people think”.Lukaku, 31, returned to Stamford Bridge three years ago following a then record £97.5million deal with Inter Milan but quickly fell out of favour and was sent back on loan to the San Siro only a year later. Romelu Lukaku wants to return to Anderlecht in the near futureCredit: GettyLukaku’s Chelsea future is uncertain after returning from his loan stint at RomaCredit: APThe striker’s future with the Blues is uncertain after returning from his most recent loan stint at Roma.But the Belgium international is adamant he will return to Anderlecht one day.And the ex-Manchester United star insists that comeback is not far away as he misses his family in Belgium.Lukaku told RTL Sports: “Of course. That [a return to Anderlecht] will happen. That will happen, I think, much sooner than people think.Read More on ChelseaThe interviewer asked back: “Much sooner?”Lukaku responded: “Yes. I left Belgium at 18 years old.”The centre-forward was asked again: “Do you miss it? Do you miss Belgium?”Lukaku replied: “My mother, my children…”Most read in FootballThe Belgian star joined Anderlecht in 2006 when he was 13 years old and spent three years within the youth ranks.The ex-Everton star made his senior debut in 2009 and amassed a total of 41 goals and 17 assists in 98 appearances.Romelu Lukaku excels in shooting practice during Belgium training The former West Brom ace left the Belgian giants in 2011 and moved to Chelsea for his first three-year stint with the club. More

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      Bournemouth confirm 14 players to leave including Newcastle-bound star and legendary Premier League manager’s grandson

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      BOURNEMOUTH have released 14 players including Harry Redknapp’s grandson, also named Harry.The defender was a second-year scholar but has not been kept on by the Cherries.Lloyd Kelly has left BournemouthCredit: AFPAndoni Iraola has shipped out a lot of dead woodCredit: GettyRedknapp, 17, joined Bournemouth at the age of seven after being born in nearby Poole.The centre-back spent time at Dorchester on loan this season, and made two appearances for QPR Under-18s in the FA Youth Cup.He is now on the lookout for a new club along with 13 other Bournemouth players.That includes five first-team players, one of which is Lloyd Kelly who reportedly rejected multiple offers of a new contract.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe defender has been heavily linked with a move to Newcastle where he could reunite with his former boss Eddie Howe.Darren Randolph, Ryan Fredericks, Jamal Lowe and Emiliano Marcondes and Lloyd Kelly all depart after struggling for minutes since signing for the club.Manager Andoni Iraola has shipped out plenty of deadwood as he looks to build on an impressive campaign.Bournemouth achieved a record 48 points in the Premier League last term, finishing 12th.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBournemouth players releasedBOURNEMOUTH have culled 14 players following the conclusion of the 2023/24 season.
      First team – Not retained

      Ryan Fredericks
      Lloyd Kelly
      Darren Randolph
      Jamal Lowe
      Emiliano Marcondes

      Development Squad – Not retained

      Ben Greenwood
      Baylin Johnson
      Ferdinand Okoh
      Cameron Plain
      Euan Pollock

      Second-year Scholars – Not retained

      Noah Crisp
      Ollie Eagle
      Jack Holman
      Harry Redknapp

      Harry Jr is the nephew of former Liverpool and Tottenham star Jamie Redknapp.And he departs the club along with eight other academy players.Harry Redknapp backs The Sun’s vital grassroots grant More

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      West Ham announce nine players to leave the club including fan favourite Angelo Ogbonna

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      WEST HAM have released NINE players including fan-favourite Angelo Ogbonna.The centre-back, 36, spent nine years in East London and played 249 times for the club.Angelo Ogbonna has left West Ham after nine years with the clubCredit: ReutersKeeper Joseph Anang has also been releasedCredit: GettyWest Ham have also released keeper Joseph Anang, but remain in talks with Ben Johnson and Divin Mubama over new deals.The other seven names to leave are all academy prospects.They are Jacob Knightbridge, Keenan Appiah-Forson, Dan Chesters, Liam Jones, Jerry Umolu, Seb Boothe and Blaise Uwandji.Ogbonna was loved by the West Ham faithful, ever-present at the heart of their back line for six seasons.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe joined from Juventus in 2015 for £10million having just won back-to-back Serie A titles.Ogbonna brought that experience with him to West Ham who have gone on to enjoy trophy success of their own.Under David Moyes, they claimed the Europa Conference League last season, 12 months after reaching the Europa League semi-finals.And last month Ogbonna spoke about the progression of the club.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe said: “It’s a totally different West Ham.”As a human being, everyone wants more, but you need to understand people that work here have given everything in the transition to try to change things.West Ham star Lucas Paqueta charged with betting breaches”We have got international players and now we’re standing and everyone knows West Ham around the world.”This, I think is a very, very, very, very good result and a great build-up.”West Ham’s departures come amid links with a number of potential arrivals.With new manager Julen Lopetegui at the helm, Sevilla duo Youssef En-Nesyri and Marcos Acuna are being mooted with switches to the London club.More exits are also expected in the coming weeks as Michail Antonio and Aaron Cresswell are reportedly on the way out. More

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      Tottenham confirm departure of EIGHT stars including Ryan Sessegnon as they overhaul squad ahead of transfer window

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      EIGHT Tottenham players have been released following the expiration of their contracts including Ryan Sessegnon and Ivan Perisic.Spurs confirmed the departures on Wednesday morning as Eric Dier and Japhet Tanganga also departed the club.Ryan Sessegnon has been released by TottenhamCredit: PAIvan Perisic, left, and Eric Dier, right, have also departed the clubCredit: GettyThe other names released are youth players Charlie Sayers, Billy Heaps, Kieran Morgan and Han Willhoft-King.Left-back Sessegnon, 24, has been riddled with injuries that have plagued his progression ever since joining Tottenham five years ago.The former Fulham man featured just once this season as a hamstring injury kept him sidelined.Perisic, 35, suffered an ACL injury in September of last year before he returned to hometown club Hajduk Split on loan in January.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDier, 30, who played 365 games for Tottenham, looks set to continue at Bayern Munich after joining them on loan and thriving with the Bundesliga giants.Tanganga, 25, had two separate loan spells during the 2023/24 campaign as he turned out for German side Augsburg and Championship outfit Millwall.He now departs after 15 years with the North London club.A tweet from Spurs read: “We can confirm the departures of Japhet Tanganga, Ryan Sessegnon, Eric Dier and Ivan Perisic following the conclusion of their contracts.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”We thank Japhet, Ryan, Eric and Ivan for their service to the club and wish them all the very best for the future.”The exits come as Ange Postecoglou reportedly prepares to overhaul his squad this summer.Best ten new Premier League kits for next seasonThe Aussie is understood to be willing to let 11 first-team players go in a bid to clear out the deadwood.Spurs finished fifth in the Premier League this season, missing out on Champions League qualification by two points as Aston Villa pipped them to fourth spot.Japhet Tanganga’s 15-year stint at Spurs has come to an endCredit: Getty More

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      Fulham confirm departure of 11 players including Chelsea-bound Tosin Adarabioyo and Euro 2024 star

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      FULHAM have announced the departures of 11 players including Chelsea transfer target Tosin Adarabioyo.The Premier League outfit have offered deals to two players, while exercising options to extend the contracts of seven stars.Chelsea target Tosin Adarabioyo has left FulhamCredit: GettyYoungsters Harvey Araujo and George Wickens have both put pen to paper.While the club has triggered extensions for Chris Donnell, Alfie McNally, Olly Sanderson, Devan Tanton, Terrell Works, Chibby Nwoko and first-team player Kenny Tete.Key pair Willian and Bobby Decordova-Reid are still in talks and expected to renew their contracts, which expire at the end of the month.Adarabioyo is the biggest departure and he appears to bound for Stamford Bridge.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe centre-back is set to undergo a medical at Chelsea this week.Negotiations are at the “final stages” after weeks of talks as Adarabioyo prepares to become Enzo Maresca’s first signing following his arrival from Leicester.Fulham have been resigned to losing Adarabioyo since he snubbed their offer of a bumper new deal.The defender made 129 appearances after arriving at Craven Cottage from Manchester City in 2020, and was part of Fulham’s Championship winning team in 2022.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFulham goalkeeper Marek Rodak has also left the club, meaning he will be searching for a new team while at the Euros with Slovakia.Seven other players have been released including Terence Kongolo, Tyrese, George Okkas, Caelan Avenell, Tyrese Francois, Ma’Kel Bogle-Campbell, Montague Conway.While Armando Broja and Fode Ballo-Toure have returned to their parent clubs following the end of their loans.Chris Coleman was left stunned by Michael Jackson’s feet when the King of Pop entered Fulham’s dressing room More

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      Premier League legend you had no idea is still playing wakes up unemployed, aged 41, after leaving LaLiga side

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      LIVERPOOL legend Pepe Reina has left Villarreal after two seasons with the LaLiga club.The Spanish keeper, 41, has now been a professional for 25 YEARS, playing for the likes of Barcelona, Liverpool, Bayern Munich, Napoli and Inter Milan.Pepe Reina has left Villarreal after two seasons with the clubCredit: AFPHe featured in just two LaLiga games this seasonHe joined Villarreal for a second spell in 2022, 19 years after his first stint came to an end.Since returning, Reina has racked up 43 appearances but become a bit-part player this season, featuring in just two LaLiga games.And now the club have confirmed his departure.Villarreal tweeted: “Pepe Reina and Villarreal part ways.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThey then went on to add: “Thanks for everything, Pepe. Your legend will be eternal in Villarreal.”One more Yellow Submarine… and forever 💛.”Meanwhile, Reina appeared to confirm on social media that he plans to continue playing.He said: “Now I need to find the site to help me write the last chapter, I feel very prepared and motivated to do it.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Thank you to everyone without exception, but especially to you, Jose Manuel, and to you, Fernando father and son, for making this another stage to remember.”Reina, who earned 36 caps for Spain, started his career at Barcelona, before moving to Villarreal in 2002.Top ten greatest Premier League players of all time as Kevin de Bruyne and Cristiano Ronaldo both miss out on top spotAfter three years he signed for Liverpool to succeed former Reds goalkeeper Jerzy Dudek as No1.He spent the last of his nine years at Liverpool on loan at Napoli in Serie A, before making a permanent exit to Bayern Munich in 2014.Following a season as Manuel Neuer’s understudy he rejoined Napoli and went on to spend a further three years there.In 2018, he joined AC Milan for a two-year stint, and even returned to the Premier League with Aston Villa on loan from the Italian giants.Two years with Lazio followed, before he finally rejoined Villarreal.Reina’s trophy cabinet includes the FA Cup, League Cup, Bundesliga, two European Championships and the World Cup. More

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      YouTuber IShowSpeed left red-faced after Kylian Mbappe transfer prediction backfires spectacularly

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      ISHOWSPEED was left red-faced after his Kylian Mbappe transfer prediction backfired.The superstar was finally confirmed as a Real Madrid signing on Monday after reportedly agreeing a deal to move in February.iShowSpeed mistakenly tipped Kylian Mbappe to join ArsenalCredit: RexKylian Mbappe was finally confirmed as a Real Madrid signing on MondayCredit: RexMbappe joined the Spanish giants on a free transfer after years of speculation linking him with a move to the Bernabeu.But YouTuber iShowSpeed mistakenly tipped the Frenchman to end up at a different club – Arsenal.So after the big news Speed took to X, tweeting: “I thought Mbappe was going Arsenal 🤦🏽‍♂️”It came after transfer transfer expert Fabrizio Romano posted a video discussing Mbappe’s future, suggesting that the Frenchman was bound for Madrid.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLManchester United fan and streamer iShowSpeed hit back at Romano, claiming he was lying.Speed said: “He’s capping! He’s capping bro!”He’s not going to Real Madrid, he’s not going. I promise you.”Don’t ask me how I know but he’s not going. Trust me. I’ve got the real insight. Trust me.”Most read in FootballHe then boldly proclaimed: “I’m going to tell you all where he is going. Don’t ask me how I know, but watch how he doesn’t go [to] Real Madrid.”And he’s going [to] Arsenal. You only heard it from me, you only heard it from me.”Kylian Mbappe will join ARSENAL and not Real Madrid, claims IShowSpeed as he slams Fabrizio Romano over transfer claim More

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      Jose Mourinho instantly rules out bringing two of his former players to Fenerbahce as ex-Chelsea boss plans transfers

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      JOSE MOURINHO has rubbished rumours linking Fenerbahce with swoops for Paulo Dybala and Romelu Lukaku.Mourinho, 61, was yesterday unveiled as boss of Turkish giants.Jose Mourinho addressed the press for the first time as Fenerbahce bossCredit: GettyWhile addressing the media for the first time as Fenerbahce boss, the Portuguese was asked about his former Roma stars Dybala and Lukaku.Tackling the issue head on, Mourinho said: “Names of my previous players of my previous clubs.”I want to make it 100 per cent my word, I have zero interest in any player of AS Roma.”Mourinho was sacked by the Serie A side in January following a series of bizarre antics and deteriorating results.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe former Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham boss received numerous red cards, substituted a player just 18 minutes after bringing him on and even referred to himself as Harry Potter.Roma went on to finish sixth in Serie A under Mourinho’s successor Daniele De Rossi.Lukaku, 31, netted 13 league goals during his loan spell from Chelsea, and 21 in all competitions.The Belgian has two years remaining on his Blues contract, but is not expected to play for Enzo Maresca’s side again.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSDybala, meanwhile, enjoyed a productive second season in the Italian capital.The Argentine, 30, scored 13 goals while also laying on nine assists. Inside the mad Fenerbahce world Jose Mourinho is entering with rioting fans, players walking off and notorious hooligansMourinho received a hero’s welcome as he arrived in Istanbul.Fans let off fireworks as their boss was shown around his new home stadium.The new Fenerbahce boss, who appeared on TNT Sports’ Champions League final coverage last weekend, launched a rallying cry to his new fans.He said: “I want to thank you for your love.”Normally a coach is loved after victories. In this case I feel that I am loved before the victories. That for me is a big responsibility that I feel.”I promise you from this moment, I belong to your family. This shirt is my skin.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Football is passion, and there is no better place [than here] to feel that passion.”Since the moment I met the president, I wanted to play for you because you are the soul of the football club. I want to be the coach of all of you.”Mourinho, 61, has received a hero’s welcomeCredit: Getty More