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      Chelsea ‘set to make £65m transfer bid for Mudryk’s old team-mate’ but face battle with Arsenal, Liverpool and Man City

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      CHELSEA are lining up a £65million bid for Shakhtar Donetsk midfielder Georgiy Sudakov, according to reports.Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool have all been keeping tabs on the Ukrainian this season.Georgiy Sudakov is being linked with a host of top Premier League clubsCredit: GettySudakov, left, was team-mates with Mykhailo Mudryk, right, at Shakhtar DonetskCredit: AFPHe has scored eight goals for club and country in the 2023/24 campaign, one of which came in a 3-0 win on Sunday.Now The Mail understand Chelsea have held discussions with the player’s representatives as they prepare to make a suitable offer for the man who has a £125million release clause.Shakhtar chief executive Sergei Palkin was also at Chelsea’s win over Everton last month and confirmed after the game that Sudakov will leave in the summer.He said: “This summer window, he has a big chance to move to some big clubs.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”We have had some contacts with big clubs and some are not negotiating with us directly but are getting a feel for the summer environment.”He will definitely move to a top European club this summer.”When I was at Chelsea versus Everton, many people asked me about Sudakov.”Sudakov, who is under contract until 2028, played alongside Mykhailo Mudryk at Shakhtar before he left for Stamford Bridge.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe pair are good friend, with Sudakov joking in the past that Mudryk is missing him in London.They are still team-mates for the Ukraine national team – where Sudakov has 14 caps.Ex-Chelsea and England wonderkid now unemployedMudryk has struggled since moving to England, scoring just six goals and assisting four in 56 appearances.But Mauricio Pochettino’s side are starting to show signs of improvement with a run of just one loss in their last 12 Premier League games.On Sunday, they thrashed West Ham 5-0 to move seventh in the table with three games remaining. More

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      Julen Lopetegui ‘SNUBS Bayern Munich’ as he closes in on West Ham jobs as baffled fans say ‘have I read this correctly?’

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      FOOTBALL fans are baffled after learning Julen Lopetegui reportedly turned down Bayern Munich because he wants to join West Ham.The ex-Real Madrid and Wolves boss, 57, has agreed terms to join the Hammers in the summer when David Moyes’ contract expires.Julen Lopetegui is poised to succeed David Moyes at West HamCredit: PAHe was understood to be in the frame for the Bayern Munich job as they search for a successor to Thomas Tuchel – who will depart at the end of the campaign.According to The Athletic, the Bundesliga giants enquired about Lopetegui on Monday.However, he is said to want to join West Ham over the Champions League semi-finalists.And a lot of people on social media cannot believe he is rejecting Bayern for the East London club.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne fan said: “I never thought I’d hear someone preferring West Ham over Bayern.”Another added: “Have I read this correctly?”A third replied: “Turning down Bayern for West Ham isn’t something I thought I’d ever read.”A fourth responded: “Everyone running away from Bayern Munich job, what is happening over there.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSWho is Julen Lopetegui?Julen Lopetegui enjoyed a 17-year career as a goalkeeper for the likes of Real Madrid and Barcelona.
      He won the LaLiga title with Real Madrid in 1990 and two Spanish Super Cups with Barcelona, before stepping into management in 2003.
      He began coaching as an assistant for Spain’s U17s side, before stints with Rayo Vallecano and Real Madrid’s B team.
      Lopetegui then returned to the Spain set-up to manage their various age group teams, leaving in 2014 for the Porto job.
      He landed Spain’s top job in 2016 and spent two years at the helm of the national team, but was dismissed before the 2018 World Cup after it was announced he would become Real Madrid boss after the tournament.
      The Spaniard was sacked after just two months at the Bernabeu following a dismal spell.
      He joined Sevilla in 2019 and won the Europa League with them the following year.
      Lopetegui departed Sevilla in 2022 and joined Wolves in the November, guiding them to a 13th place finish.
      He left in August of last year, shortly before the start of the season, before Gary O’Neil replaced him.

      And a fifth said: “He chose West Ham over Bayern Munich? 😭😭😭. I’m am laughing wayyyy too much. Bayern are an embarrassment.”Bayern have already had failed conversations with a number of managers including Julian Nagelsmann and Ralf Rangnick.David Moyes reveals why Declan Rice is behind West Ham’s horror run of formBrighton boss Roberto De Zerbi is now the favourite for the vacancy, despite him insisting last week that he wants to stay with the South Coast side.He said: “We’re going to speak with Tony [Bloom, Brighton owner].”I think I would like to stay in Brighton because I love my players. I love this city. I love my club, my fans.”I said in the meeting with the fans, if I’m happy, there isn’t any club can bring myself to change a team but I want to keep my passion always. More

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      Darwin Nunez mysteriously deletes all his Liverpool photos off Instagram as misfiring star is linked with shock transfer

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      LIVERPOOL star Darwin Nunez has fuelled speculation about his future after deleting all pictures of him playing for the club from Instagram.Nunez, 24, joined the Reds two years ago following a club record £85million deal with Benfica and has amassed a total of 18 goals and 13 assists in 52 appearances this season.Liverpool star Darwin Nunez has been linked with a move away this summerCredit: GettyNunez has deleted all Liverpool-related photos from his Instagram pageThe striker has often shown a lack of clinical edge with no player in Europe’s top five leagues missing more big chances.Despite that, he’s still much loved by Liverpool fans.The Merseysiders are set for a new era with Jurgen Klopp’s glittering nine-year stint coming to an end as the German tactician has decided to take some time off.Feyenoord boss Arne Slot is set to replace Klopp at the Kop and big changes could be on the horizon.Read More on FootballSunSport revealed that Nunez has attracted interest from Barcelona amid all that uncertainty.And as speculation continues to mount, the Uruguay international has deleted all photos of him playing in a Liverpool shirt off Instagram.Every snap, except his profile picture, show the Uruguayan enjoying some family time.The only football-related pics are from his time playing with Uruguay and Benfica.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThere has been no explanation why he’s deleted his Liverpool pictures.Barca wish to bring Nunez to Catalonia to replace Robert Lewandowski as they prepare for a major summer fire-sale amid their growing financial woes.Incoming Liverpool manager Arne Slot snaps at reporters in press conference and threatens ‘this will be unpleasant’Lewandowski is the Blaugrana’s biggest earner while the Liverpool star makes about a quarter of the Poland international’s salary as he racks up around £140,000 per week at Anfield.The Premier League giants could be open for discussions with Barcelona, who are willing to meet the player’s release clause, as they will want to hand Slot a decent summer kitty.However, if Saudi Arabia interest in Mohamed Salah returns then Nunez’s situation will drastically change.Salah, 31, enjoys a hefty contract at Liverpool that runs out next year and was the subject of a record £150million bid from Al-Ittihad last summer. More

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      West Ham AGREE terms with Julen Lopetegui to replace David Moyes with manager facing axe after Chelsea thrashing

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      JULEN LOPETEGUI has agreed terms to become the new West Ham manager.The former Wolves boss, 57, who is set to replace David Moyes, has not signed a contract yet, but both parties are happy with the proposed deal.Julen Lopetegui is reportedly set to become the next West Ham managerCredit: PADavid Moyes is expected to leave West Ham at the end of the seasonCredit: AlamyThe news comes after West Ham were thrashed 5-0 by Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.Moyes, whose second stint in East London began in December 2019, has seen his side slip to ninth in the Premier League table.The Scot, who was offered a new deal at the end of last year but declined to sign it at the time, has insisted that no decision will be made on his future until after the final game of the season.However, the club have not won any of their last six games in all competitions.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMoyes has also not helped his case by asking for director of football, Tim Steidten, to stay away from him and the first team squad at the stadium and training ground.Pressure is now growing on the club to announce the 61-year-old’s departure before their final home game of the season against Luton on Saturday so fans can give him a send off.Yet Moyes’ spell at West Ham has been a success as he led them to Europa Conference League glory, as well as back-to-back fifth-place finishes.His Hammers contract expires in the summer.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSWho is Julen Lopetegui?Julen Lopetegui enjoyed a 17-year career as a goalkeeper for the likes of Real Madrid and Barcelona.
      He won the LaLiga title with Real Madrid in 1990 and two Spanish Super Cups with Barcelona, before stepping into management in 2003.
      He began coaching as an assistant for Spain’s U17s side, before stints with Rayo Vallecano and Real Madrid’s B team.
      Lopetegui then returned to the Spain set-up to manage their various age group teams, leaving in 2014 for the Porto job.
      He landed Spain’s top job in 2016 and spent two years at the helm of the national team, but was dismissed before the 2018 World Cup after it was announced he would become Real Madrid boss after the tournament.
      The Spaniard was sacked after just two months at the Bernabeu following a dismal spell.
      He joined Sevilla in 2019 and won the Europa League with them the following year.
      Lopetegui departed Sevilla in 2022 and joined Wolves in the November, guiding them to a 13th place finish.
      He left in August of last year, shortly before the start of the season, before Gary O’Neil replaced him.

      Spaniard Lopetegui left Wolves last summer over spending concerns after finishing 13th in his first season in the Premier League last year.But fans are not happy with the prospect of the former Real Madrid and Spain boss taking over, and would rather the club plumped for Sporting Lisbon’s Ruben Amorim.West Ham ban chief from dressing roomKey figures within the club have also pushed Amorim’s case.One supporter has even launched a petition on Change.org asking for 500 signatures, claiming Lopetegui is “not good enough, not ambitious enough”.However, Amorim is no long an option having confirmed he will remain in Portugal.He said: “I’m staying at Sporting. I’m under contract and it’s a special moment for me, for the club.”Now we will try to win the third title together. Let’s try to make it happen.”Hammers slumpThe switch of manager at West Ham comes after their campaign unravelled.Knocked out of the Europa League by German champs Bayer Leverkusen, Moyes has also seen their league form plummet. Their 5-0 loss to Chelsea was preceded by a 5-2 defeat to Crystal Palace, a recent home loss to Fulham and an embarrassing 6-0 defeat at home to Arsenal.They club also exited the FA Cup in the Third Round to Bristol City.Moyes has just two games left in charge should Lopetegui come in.READ MORE SUN STORIESWest Ham play Luton in their final home game this Saturday before closing out the season away at Man City.Pressure is now growing on the club to announce the 61-year-old’s departure before their final home game so fans can give him a send off. More

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      Bayern Munich ‘make contact with Erik ten Hag’s agent’ in shock bid to end Dutchman’s Man Utd misery

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      BAYERN MUNICH have “made contact with Erik ten Hag’s agent”, according to reports.The Dutchman, 54, is coming under huge pressure at Old Trafford and is in danger of being sacked at the end of the season.Erik ten Hag could be set to land another huge job if he is sacked by Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyBut he could walk straight into another top job as Bundesliga giants Bayern consider him for their top job.It has already been revealed that Ten Hag is one of the names on a three-man shortlist alongside ex-Wolves boss Julen Lopetegui and Benfica’s Roger Schmidt.But now Sky Sports understand Bayern have “made contact” with Ten Hag’s agent, Kees Vos, to see if he would be open to the move.No formal talks have taken place, but the Man Utd boss is said to be aware of the interest.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt comes after ex-Red Devils boss Ralf Rangnick rejected Bayern last month to stay on as Austria head coach.The German side are looking for a new manager after it was confirmed Thomas Tuchel will be leaving at the end of the season.Bayern have failed to win the Bundesliga title for the first time since 2012 as Bayer Leverkusen cantered to the crown.However, Tuchel’s men are still in with a chance of winning the Champions League.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBayern drew 2-2 at home in the first leg of their semi-final tie against Real Madrid on Tuesday.If they make it through, it will be Tuchel’s third Champions League final in four years – after his defeat with Paris Saint-Germain in 2020 and triumph with Chelsea in 2021.Three key things Ten Hag is getting wrong at Man UnitedMeanwhile, Ten Hag’s final game as Man Utd boss could be the FA Cup final on May 25 if he is dismissed at the end of the season.He will be determined to avenge last season’s 2-1 defeat to Manchester City at Wembley. More

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      Man Utd have held meetings with Jadon Sancho in shock bid to bring him BACK to club next season despite Ten Hag fallout

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have met with Jadon Sancho in a bid to bring him back to Old Trafford next season.The £73million signing was farmed out on loan back to his previous club Borussia Dortmund after falling out with Erik ten Hag.Man Utd have met with Jadon Sancho over his return to the clubCredit: GettySancho was shipped out to Borussia Dortmund after a fallout with Erik ten HagCredit: PABut Ten Hag insists the meetings are to monitor his performancesCredit: ReutersBut the manager says that meetings have taken place with the winger and United staff have been in Germany monitoring his games.Ten Hag said: “We are close in that process. We are visiting games where Jadon was performing.“We had a visit with him, we talk with him and we will keep going with this process.”Meetings have taken place with now departed Director of Football John Murtough and Director of Player Negotiations Matt Hargreaves.READ MORE IN MAN UTDSancho fell out with Ten Hag last September after he was dropped for the away defeat at Arsenal.Afterwards the boss explained his absence for his poor attitude in training.The player later put out a social media posting effectively calling his manager a liar.While he took that post down, he refused to apologise to Ten Hag for what he did.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe was banished from the first team and made to train on his own and with the academy players, before finally being allowed to leave on loan.His poor form at United has since been at odds with his performances back at Dortmund, where he made his name, not least in last weeks 1-0 Champions League semi-final first leg win over PSG.Five things you didn’t know about Jadon Sancho (2)Now Ten Hag wants to put their differences behind them after this season has finished.He said: “There was a conflict and let’s first finish the season so stay away from this issue, now it is not important.“He has the return of the semi-final, in the league it is not going that well for them and we have four important games in the league and the FA Cup final and then we will see.”Clearly Ten Hag is already looking ahead to what the make-up of his squad will be going into next season, believing he will still be the boss.He admits he needs greater depth after being left exposed by a raft of injuries this season.He said: “That is one of the issues in constructing the squad. We have to construct a squad better, with more depth.”Pundits verdict on Ten Hag’s futureWhere do the pundits stand on Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United future
      Jamie Carragher – Sacked
      “I don’t see how Erik ten Hag stays. It’s just performance after performance.”
      Gary Neville – Stay if he wins the FA Cup
      “To sack a manager who’s won two trophies in his first two seasons at the club I think would be extreme.”
      Louis Saha – On the fence
      “I don’t see it as clearly but they need changes from the players but they need changes from him as well.”
      Alan Shearer – Sacked
      “I believe the future of the Man Utd manager is already determined. Even if they win the FA Cup I think he’s gone.”

      There is a certain type of player he is looking for, as well.He said: “I think every manager wants winning attitudes.“Great mentality big personalities to perform under stress is what every manager is looking for. In this club it is extremely important to perform under stress.”A player he most definitely wants to keep is captain Bruno Fernandes who hinted in an interview last week that he will consider his future at United after this summer’s Euros.He said: “That was taken out of context. I know he is Manchester United and he is very happy to be here.”Ten Hag says his skipper is an example to the other players particularly those not prepared to play through the pain barrier.He said: “Bruno is a real fighter. Last year for instance when we played Brighton in the FA Cup semi final, he played with an ankle that was so thick, unbelievable,“Bruno is a very good example for other players.”READ MORE SUN STORIESUnited travel to take on Crystal Palace tonight without Harry Maguire.He has sustained a muscle injury that will keep him out of the last three league games but could make the FA Cup Final and the England international will be ok for the Euros.Man Utd are ‘dynamic and entertaining’… but not in a good way, says Dave KiddBy Dave Kidd
      MUCH guffawing when Erik ten Hag proclaimed his Manchester United side as “one of the most dynamic and entertaining teams” in the Premier League after a 1-1 home draw with Burnley.
      But I agree with him.
      This season I’ve watched live as United beat Liverpool and Wolves 4-3, drew 3-3 with Coventry and Galatasaray and lost 4-3 at Bayern Munich and Copenhagen.
      I also watched on telly as they were beaten 4-3 at Chelsea.
      As a neutral, I can’t remember seeing any team involved in quite so many mental matches during the course of one season.
      The problem is Ten Hag isn’t there to produce chaotic entertainment for the likes of me, he’s there to make Manchester United successful and make their fans happy — which is an entirely different metric.
      Read Dave Kidd’s full column here
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      How Leeds could line up in Premier League after Will Ferrell investment with Phillips returning and cult hero’s son

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      LEEDS UNITED could be bolstered by a series of new signings if they get promoted and have Will Ferrell backing them.Daniel Farke’s side are currently preparing to face Norwich in the Championship play-off semi-final after missing out on second place to Ipswich.Leeds fans are dreaming after Will Ferrell’s investment in the clubCredit: AlamyKalvin Phillips has been linked with a return to Elland Road from Man CityCredit: GettyHowever, Leeds fans received a boost when The Sun revealed that Hollywood star Ferrell has bought a “large” stake in the club after falling in love with English football.The film legend pumped a “large” stake into US owners 49ers Enterprises.Sources close to the Anchorman actor say he is now a proud Leeds supporter after falling in love with English football and he cannot wait to cheer them on at Elland Road.That has now got Leeds fans dreaming about what signings could be brought in to bolster the squad if they manage to secure a return to promised land at Wembley on Sunday 26 May.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLWe have already revealed how Leeds were plotting to take Kalvin Phillips back to Elland Road if they clinched an immediate top-flight return.Phillips spent 12 years at his hometown club before a £42m switch to Manchester City in 2022, a dream move that became a nightmare.He spent 18 months on the bench before being loaned to West Ham in January, where he has endured some miserable displays.Now Leeds want to offer the 28-year-old a chance to rebuild his career and reckon City would do business for around £30m to get him off the books.Most read in ChampionshipBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe is not the only former favourite that could return amid reports Barcelona “could sacrifice” Raphinha in order to bolster their transfer kitty.The 27-year-old enjoyed a great two seasons at Elland Road from 2020 and his form led to an international call-up.Leicester brutally troll Leeds with iconic song after winning promotion as Whites left ‘well and truly rattled’The winger has been in good form of late but he has been linked with an exit for months, and with new financial backing, that could see Leeds join the likes of Manchester United in the hunt for the Samba ace.Meanwhile, The Shields Gazette has claimed that Farke’s men are keen on Newcastle’s Sean Longstaff.The 26-year-old has impressed for the Magpies, but any money made from the academy graduate’s sale would go towards new recruits.The Yorkshire Evening Post also threw several names into the mix for potential new recruits – and these ones would not cost a thing.Leeds allegedly failed with a loan swoop for West Ham left-back Ben Johnson, 24.He is believed to have snubbed an extension at the London Stadium and the Elland Road outfit could launch another move when he becomes a free agent in June.The 38-year-old James Milner came through the Leeds academy and made his first-team debut for his hometown club in 2002.He has since gone on to enjoy a brilliant career elsewhere but he is coming to the end of his one-year contract at Brighton.That means that a potential return to his hometown team could be on the cards.Another hometown boy whose name has been mentioned is Oli McBurnie.The big striker has scored six times for relegated Sheffield United and will be a free agent next month.He was previously at Leeds as a schoolboy, and he may jump at the chance to come back and try to keep them in the Premier League.Another player could be Liam Delap – the son of Premier League cult icon Roy Delap.Man City will sell striker Delap to the highest bidder.READ MORE SUN STORIESDelap, 21, has been on loan at Hull after stints at Stoke and Preston and is clearly unlikely to figure in Pep Guardiola’s first-team squad any time in the near future.City will want around £10m for the England Under-21 forward and may include a ‘buy-back’ clause in any deal.Can you name the famous fathers? More

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      Man City ready to sell Premier League cult hero’s son in £10million transfer despite impressive Championship loan

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      MANCHESTER CITY will sell striker Liam Delap to the highest bidder.Delap, 21, has been on loan at Hull after stints at Stoke and Preston and is clearly unlikely to figure in Pep Guardiola’s first-team squad any time in the near future.Liam Delap spent the 2023-24 season on loan at Hull CityCredit: GettyRory Delap starred in the Premier League for Stoke City among othersCredit: Getty Images – GettyCity will want around £10million for the England Under-21 forward and may include a ‘buy-back’ clause in any deal.The forward is the son of former Premier League star Rory Delap.His dad, now 47, starred for Stoke City among others – and became renowned in the Potteries for his incredible long throw.City youngster Liam joined the Prem champions’ academy from Derby in 2019.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe has played six times for City’s first team, scoring once – during a League Cup victory over Bournemouth in September 2020.Delap followed in his father’s footsteps by playing for Stoke during the 2022-23 season – scoring three goals in 23 appearances.In January 2023 he was recalled by City and sent to Preston, where he netted once in 15 games.His best loan spell has come at Hull this season, where he helped Liam Rosenior’s side to a seventh-placed finish.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe Tigers missed out on a play-off place on the final day, losing 1-0 at Plymouth Argyle.He scored eight goals in 31 Championship appearances in total for Hull.Stoke legend Tony Pulis reveals Premier League club’s brutal tactic to stop Rory Delap’s iconic long throws Delap still has two years remaining on his City contract.But this could be the summer that he leaves the club behind. More