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CHELSEA midfielder Moises Caicedo has emerged as a top target for Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr.The 23-year-old is currently enjoying his second full season at Stamford Bridge having joined from Brighton in a huge £115million transfer almost two years ago.Moises Caicedo is wanted by Al-NassrCredit: PADespite a mixed start to his time in London, Caicedo has impressed for Chelsea this season.And his form has attracted interest from elsewhere.The Telegraph has reported that he is now the subject of transfer interest from Al-Nassr.Caicedo is understood to be considered a “dream target” for the Saudi Pro League side.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt is likely the midfielder would cost upwards of £100m, with Chelsea very reluctant to sell.Currently, the Blues have no intention of letting Caicedo leave.Earlier this month, Enzo Maresca praised the “fantastic” midfielder during a press conference.He said: “In this moment I think he is one of the best or the best defensive midfielders in the world. He is doing fantastic.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”The best thing about Moi is that everyday he is working serious, he is very humble, very kind, he is polite, he is a fantastic guy.”Meanwhile, Al-Nassr pulled off a huge signing from the Premier League back in January.Chelsea’s £115m ace Moises Caicedo has £160k Audi seized by cops after driving without valid licence near training groundThe Saudi club landed 21-year-old striker Jhon Duran in a £64million transfer from Aston Villa.Duran joined the likes of Aymeric Laporte, Sadio Mane and Cristiano Ronaldo in Riyadh. More

ARSENAL are reportedly in talks with Bayern Munich star Kingsley Coman over a stunning summer transfer.The serial winner, 28, is on course for a 13th career league title of his career after also lifting trophies at Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus.Arsenal are in talks with Bayern Munich over a deal for Kingsley ComanCredit: GettyWhile Coman could make his 330th appearance for Bayern Munich in Wednesday’s Champions League quarter-final second leg against Inter Milan.However, the French winger may not be making many more amid reports that he is up for sale.Florian Plettenberg claims Bayern are ready to listen to offers for Coman this summer as he approaches the final two years of his contract.And Arsenal are said to have already made an approach as Mikel Arteta seeks reinforcements in attack.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Spaniard has been forced to deal with injuries to key men this season including Bukayo Saka, Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus.Coman’s stellar winning record makes him an ideal candidate to help the Gunners finally secure a Premier League title.And the star could be willing to take a cut on his current £275,000-a-week wages for a go in England’s top flight.However, it’s also reckoned that Saudi teams are lining up for Coman this summer.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThey are ready to offer him mind-boggling numbers to snare the star in his prime.But Arsenal are hopeful they can win the race by offering Coman a first-team spot, Champions League football and the chance to participate in another title battle.How Declan Rice can be ‘world class’ AGAIN vs Real Madrid | Tactics Exposed Deano’s DecisionMeanwhile, the Gunners are said to be confident of keeping William Saliba this summer.The defender is a target for Real Madrid but they have reportedly cooled their interest due to the mega fee it will take to sign him. More

NEWCASTLE have beaten Real Madrid and Barcelona to the signing of Antonio Cordero, according to reports.The 18-year-old prodigy has caught the eye with his performances for Malaga this season.Newcastle have agreed a deal to sign Malaga winger Antonio CorderoCredit: GettyReal Madrid and Barcelona were believed to be monitoring the winger.But according to Fabrizio Romano he picked Newcastle over the Spanish giants and has agreed a move to St James’ Park.The deal will be announced by the club in the coming weeks and will be completed once the transfer window opens this summer.Cordero is out of contract at the end of the season so has been free to talk to other clubs since the start of the year.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd he visited Newcastle with his family in January ahead of the switch.Cordero has featured regularly for Malaga since breaking into the side last season.He helped his side win promotion in his debut campaign, with Malaga now 17th in LaLiga 2.Cordero has made 32 appearances this season, scoring five goals and assisting six.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSHe has also created six big chances and made 22 key passes in 1690 minutes of football.Newcastle sporting director Paul Mitchell has prioritised signing young players, with Cordero fitting into the club’s transfer criteria.Eddie Howe ‘hungry for more’ silverware as he celebrates Newcastle’s success He said of their transfer strategy: “Scouting and recruiting emerging talent is an essential part of building a sustainable future, particularly within the current PSR framework, so the market is fiercely competitive.”We continue to scout extensively, both domestically and overseas, with a view to securing players who can come through our talent pathway and, ideally, become part of the first team in future.” More

ANDRE ONANA is set to be offered an escape route from Manchester United by clubs in Saudi Arabia — but wants to stay and fight for his place.The Cameroon international keeper was all smiles as he returned to United’s Carrington HQ on Monday after being given time off to clear his head by Ruben Amorim.Andre Onana was given the weekend off following his Lyon shockerCredit: GettyBoss Amorim left him out of the squad for Sunday’s 4-1 defeat at Newcastle following his nightmare display in Lyon last week.But Onana was assured he would be back in the starting line-up for the Europa League quarter-final  second leg at Old Trafford on Thursday.Understudy Altay Bayindir, 27, also struggled at St James’ Park, gifting the Toon their fourth goal with a woeful clearance.So Amorim is likely to stick to the plan and put the club’s season in the hands of the former Inter Milan stopper.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOnana, 29, looked relaxed and happy as he drove into training with one of his representatives, stopping to sign autographs outside.He has recently changed agent — a move which sparked speculation he could look to leave United less than two years after joining them in a £47.2million deal.Onana was targeted by Saudi clubs before he left Inter for the Theatre of Dreams in July 2023 and there is still interest from the Kingdom.However, it is understood he is not looking to quit Amorim’s strugglers right now and plans to prove the critics wrong and re-establish himself.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKSunday’s Tyneside humiliation confirmed the Red Devils will suffer their worst season in Premier League history.They have 38 points with six games left so cannot beat their tally of 58 from the 2021-22 season.Ruben Amorim responds to question about dropping Andre Onana after disasterclass against LyonBut they could still qualify for the Champions League by winning the Europa League.And skipper Bruno Fernandes has promised to repay the fans against Lyon with the tie poised at 2-2.He said: “On Thursday we will fight back and do something special.“The fans have always been by our side — without them we’d be in a worse position. It’s time to pay them back.”TONY AWARDSMeanwhile, Real Betis are pushing to make Antony’s move permanent after an encouraging start to his loan in Spain.Other clubs have taken notice of his form since the January switch, so Betis will have to find the cash to buy the winger, 25, who United spent £85.5m on in 2022.Read More on The SunUnited have also confirmed that club director Jean-Claude Blanc has stepped down.The Frenchman will fill a new advisory role as he remains the chief executive of Ineos Sport. More

WEST HAM want to bring in a new No 1 — with Liverpool’s Caoimhin Kelleher firmly in their sights.The Irons like the Republic of Ireland star, 26,  and are keen on a deal, especially if they can sign him on loan.West Ham are plotting a move for Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin KelleherCredit: AlamyThe Hammers are also eyeing Southampton’s Aaron RamsdaleCredit: ReutersKelleher may be allowed out by the Kop but they are likely to ask for cash and rate him in the £20million class.The Hammers are looking for a new keeper, along with other captures in the summer, and are deciding between a couple of elite candidates.Southampton’s Aaron Ramsdale is another major option.The England ace is also available for about £20m and wants to stay in the Premier League after Saints’ relegation.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAlphonse Areola is Graham Potter’s current first-choice goalie.But he’s kept just four clean sheets in 21 league games this season, shipping 34 goals in the process.And Areola’s lack of technicality with his feet makes him unsuited to Potter’s tactics of playing out from the back.Kelleher has shown he can do the lot under Arne Slot this term, conceding 20 goals in as many games in all competitions while keeping nine clean sheets.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSLiverpool are ready to let him leave, having already completed a deal to sign Giorgi Mamardashvili from Valencia.While Kelleher is eager to leave Anfield to become a guaranteed starter elsewhere.Shay Given loses the rag over Liverpool’s treatment of Caoimhin Kelleher As for Ramsdale, his stats make for less pleasant reading.With Southampton bottom of the table and already relegated, he has shipped 57 goals in 24 league games while keeping just two clean sheets.But Ramsdale remains highly thought of among top-flight clubs, who have not forgotten his impressive time at Arsenal.And with the stopper keen to ensure he is in England’s squad for next summer’s World Cup, Ramsdale would likely jump at the chance to sign for the Hammers. More