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      Leicester eye swoop for Man City wonderkid despite midfielder snubbing loan transfer last summer

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      LEICESTER plan to sign Manchester City starlet James McAtee at the second attempt . . . if they are promoted.McAtee snubbed Foxes coach Enzo Maresca — Pep Guardiola’s former No 2 at the Etihad —  when he chose a return to Sheffield United on loan for another season.Leicester are eyeing a move for James McAtee, who is on loan at Sheffield Utd from Man CityCredit: GettyThe 21-year-old attacking midfielder even travelled to the Championship club’s HQ but opted to pursue the chance of playing in the Prem after helping the Blades go up last term.But now Maresca wants McAtee — known as the Salford Silva — who should be allowed out by City after his return from the Blades in the summer.McAtee wants to continue to play in the Prem, so the Foxes need to complete their promotion mission to tempt him.City would also want McAtee to be at that level before loaning him.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThere is a chance of a buy but Leicester have Financial Fair Play issues to grapple with.Leicester have been active in Brazil and Argentina as they prepare for life back in the Prem despite mixed results in recent weeks.And their scouts are also checking on French left-back Eric Junior Bocat, 24, at Belgian top-flight side Sint-Truiden as they plan to improve that area. Bocat is ideal for the wing-back position and has developed since leaving Lille four years ago.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERMeanwhile, Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder wants to sign Luke Ayling as he builds a new squad to bounce back next season.Ayling, 32, is a free agent in the summer after a short stay at Middlesbrough. Awkward moment iShowSpeed confronted by Man City fans and forced to shut down stream during Real Madrid clashThe ex-Leeds defender can play right-back or centre-half and is the kind of solid player that Wilder wants.Blades will have funds after losing many out-of-contract players but landing a top free like Ayling works well for them.United are also eyeing loans and are keen on Luton’s 24-year-old striker John McAtee — elder brother of James —  who has starred at Barnsley.  More

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      Chelsea fans beg board to complete sensational summer transfer and claim they’d have beaten Man City 5-1 in FA Cup semi

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      CHELSEA fans begged their big-spending board to complete a stunning summer transfer after a frustrating FA Cup defeat.And they even reckon they could have beaten Manchester City 5-1 had the deal already been done. Nicolas Jackson struggled in front of goal against Manchester CityCredit: GettyHe failed to get a shot away from this glorious chanceCredit: X @BBCMOTDBernardo Silva grabbed the only goal of the game six minutes from time.He made amends for his woeful penalty in the shootout defeat to Real Madrid by firing home at Wembley to send City into back-to-back finals. But the scoreline may well have looked very different if Nicolas Jackson put his shooting boots on in the dressing room.The Senegal striker, 22, wasted at least four very good chances.READ MORE ON FA CUPThat included Stefan Ortega denying him from a one-on-one and close-range header within ten seconds.Jackson also decided against taking on a shot on his left foot in the first half, instead turning in and failing to pick out a team-mate with a pass.And his goal-shy performance prompted a wave of comments from Chelsea supporters on social media demanding more spending from the new owners on an out-and-out goalscorer.The one man on everyone’s digital lips was Napoli ace Victor Osimhen.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThe 25-year-old Nigerian will leave the Serie A champions at the end of the season. Chelsea are among the front-runners for Osimhen’s signature – but face strong competition from the likes of rivals Manchester United and Arsenal.Inside Victor Osimhen’s life as a footballerOne said: “We need to get Osimhen this summer no excuses.”Another wrote: “The faster we sign Osimhen and let Jackson play as a winger, the better for us.”A third added: “Imagine Osimhen as your main striker in that match.”A fourth commented: “Sell Jackson and bring @victorosimhen9 if not we will never win.”A fifth replied: “Please find another strike like Victor Osimhen.”And a final user typed: “If Chelsea had Watkins, Isak, Osimhen, Lattè Lath or any other world-class speedy striker up top today it would have been 5-1.”Chelsea fans are desperate to see Victor Osimhen sign for the clubCredit: GettyStefan Ortega denied Jackson from a one-on-one chanceCredit: AP More

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      Cole Palmer was days away from joining Premier League relegation strugglers before quitting Man City for Chelsea

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      COLE PALMER was just days away from joining Burnley before quitting Manchester City for Chelsea.The playmaker, 21 has been in sensational form since joining the Blues for £40million last summer.Cole Palmer almost left Man City for Burnley on loan before Chelsea pouncedCredit: RexHe tops the Premier League goal charts with 20 strikes while also helping himself to nine assists.And Palmer gets the chance to score against Man City once more when Chelsea face his old side in the FA Cup on Saturday evening.Many eyebrows were raised when Pep Guardiola sanctioned a move to a rival club.He has since claimed Palmer begged to leave for the last two years.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut the England Euro hopeful himself insists he was happy to just depart on loan.And the Athletic claims Palmer almost got his wish with a temporary switch to Burnley last summer.It’s reckoned Vincent Kompany was keen on doing business with his former club after winning promotion from the Championship.However, Palmer remained mindful of his long-term City future after seeing Guardiola drop huge sums on Jeremy Doku and Matheus Nunes.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERAnd once Chelsea emerged late on with a bid for a permanent move, plus the offer of regular first-team minutes, it was too good for Palmer to turn down.The rest is history as he looks to lead Chelsea to a European finish, as well as a trophy in his debut season.Pep Guardiola reveals why he sold Cole Palmer with Chelsea star topping Premier League scoring charts amid amazing yearPalmer is already a shoe-in for the PFA Young Player of the Year award.But he could now seriously challenge ex-teammate Phil Foden for the main gong, as well as Erling Haaland for the Golden Boot.And some even reckon Palmer has played his way into England’s starting XI at the Euros, let alone Gareth Southgate’s 23-man squad. More

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      Man Utd hoping Borussia Dortmund shock PSG in Champions League semi after clause put into Jadon Sancho loan deal

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      MANCHESTER UNITED will pocket extra cash thanks to Borussia Dortmund’s run in the Champions League.The German giants beat Atletico Madrid 5-4 on aggregate in the quarter-final to set up a last four clash with Paris Saint-Germain.Jadon Sancho helped fire Dortmund into the Champions League semi-finalCredit: RexSir Jim Ratcliffe will pocket bonus cash after Dortmund’s successCredit: PASancho joined Dortmund in January on loan until the end of the season after a public fall out with Erik ten Hag.In the deal that saw the 24-year-old return to his former club, Man Utd inserted clauses that have now been met.The Times report that Dortmund owe the Red Devils additional funds as they have made the Champions League semi-final.Should they progress further, the amount is expected to rise up to £3.4million.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOther clauses in the contract are based on appearance numbers and if Dortmund qualify for next season’s Champions League.With five games left to play, they sit fifth in the table and are level on points with RB Leipzig.Although the Bundesliga look set to earn a bonus spot in next year’s competition after England’s Uefa coefficient took a hit as Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool and West Ham all crashed out of Europe this week. Dortmund reportedly paid £3m to secure the loan signing of Sancho.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSpeculation suggests both them and Man Utd are helping cover his £290,000-a-week salary.Sancho has not played for the Red Devils since September.Ten Hag claims there were ‘issues’ with Jadon Sancho BEFORE boss arrived at Man Utd and ‘all the way through’The exiled winger claimed he was made a “scapegoat” after being left out the squad for the trip to Arsenal.He has since refused to apologise to Ten Hag and been banned from training and all first-team facilities.But the door could now be open for his return after the boss said: “Of course, I follow international football and follow the players on loan at other clubs.“It was a fantastic game, Dortmund against Atletico Madrid.“It was a great performance from Dortmund and for Jadon it’s good news.“He made his contribution to the result for Dortmund.” More

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      Wolves drag 15-YEAR-OLD out of science lesson to train with first-team ahead of Arsenal.. with Man Utd keen on transfer

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      WOLVES dragged a 15-year-old kid out of a ­science lesson on Friday — because he may have to face Arsenal on Saturday night.Right-back Wes Okoduwa will be the club’s youngest player at 15 years and 344 days if he plays.Wesley Okoduwa could make history for Wolves on Saturday eveningCredit: GettyBoss Gary O’Neil said: “I hope he’s had more fun with us than he would have in science!”He’s ready for the game. He’s trained very well, he’s physically very good.”It’s probably slightly too early in his development but it’s the situation we’re in.”Wolves’ injury crisis means nine first-teamers are either sidelined or not fit enough to start against the title-chasing Gunners at Molineux on Saturday night.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLO’Neil added: “I’ve got ten senior outfield players that can start. We’re probably in the worst situation we’ve been in.”But the positive is there are loads of young players involved against Arsenal.”There might be a debut or two from the start for some of the younger lads. Some of those on the bench I don’t know too well, if I’m honest.”They’ve been training with the academy more than with us but they were with us today.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSIf he plays, Okoduwa will also become the Premier League’s second-youngest player.Seen as one of England’s brightest talents in his age group, Okoduwa has been linked with Manchester United and has featured for Wolves’ Under-21s.Laura Woods asks ‘did I get pied there?’ in awkward moment during interview with Wolves boss Gary O’NeilIronically, Arsenal’s Ethan Nwaneri is the Prem’s youngest player.He featured against Brentford in September 2022 at the age of 15 years and 181 days. More

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      Newcastle star Bruno Guimaraes drops major hint over future after buying new £4m home amid Arsenal transfer interest

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      BRUNO GUIMARAES has boosted Newcastle’s hopes he will stay beyond the summer after buying a £4million house in the North East.The Brazilian midfielder, 26, has been heavily linked with a blockbuster move at the end of the season – with Arsenal, Manchester United, Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain all interested.Bruno Guimaraes has been attracting interest from the Premier League and EuropeCredit: RexHe has a £100m release clause, but there is no indication to suggest admirers are willing to pay that sum.According to The Telegraph there is “growing optimism” he will remain at St James’ Park for the start of the 2024/25 campaign.And that positive stance has been supported by the news that Guimaraes has purchased a new home in Daras Hall, an exclusive neighbourhood in Northumberland.It is understood he will make this residence his family home for his wife and two children.READ MORE ON ARSENALNewcastle will reportedly reject any bids below £100m, an approach they will also take when it comes to interest from striker Alexander Isak.Guimaraes joined Eddie Howe’s men from Lyon for £35m in January 2022.He has played 101 games for Newcastle, scoring 14 goals and assisting a further 14.He has started all but one of their Premier League games this season – which he missed in November due to suspension.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd he penned a new £150,000-a-week deal last year to keep him on Tyneside until 2028.Guimaraes’ agent Alexis Malavolta recently claimed his client is “very happy” at Newcastle.Mikel Arteta reacts to Arsenal being dumped out of Champions League by Bayern MunichHowe is keen to avoid selling key players in the summer, but the Toon may be forced to offload stars due to restrictions around profit and sustainability rules.Newcastle sit sixth in the Premier League table, above Manchester United on goal difference, and are on course for Europa League qualification.Guimaraes has been ever-present for Newcastle this season More

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      Man City ‘plot huge Jamal Musiala transfer bid as Pep Guardiola draws up three-man shortlist’

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      MANCHESTER CITY are eager to sign Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala this summer, according to reports.The reigning Premier League champions will look to strengthen once again this summer, after not being fully satisfied with last year’s business.Jamal Musiala helped Bayern knock Arsenal out of the Champions League in mid-weekCredit: PACity lost key men Ilkay Gundogan and Riyad Mahrez last summer, while they also decided to let Cole Palmer leave to join Chelsea.New recruit Matheus Nunes has not made an impact since joining from Wolves, while Jeremy Doku still has a way to go.According to The Guardian, City will make a “big push” to sign Musiala this summer.They add that City’s interest is “advanced” and that the Bayern ace, 21, is becoming their top target.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMusiala left Chelsea’s academy aged 16 to join Bayern Munich in 2019.He has since gone on to become a key man in Bavaria, helping them to four Bundesliga titles and a Club World Cup.With Bayern having lost their crown to Bayer Leverkusen this term, Musiala may feel that now is the time to leave.The Germany international, who represented England at youth level, has two years remaining on his contract.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERShould he indicate that he would like to leave Bayern he is set to receive plenty of interest, with Chelsea also remaining keen on their former Cobham starlet.If Musiala proves to be unattainable, City have a pair of fall-back options ready, with Pep Guardiola desperate for new attacking reinforcements.Roy Keane says it was nice to see England get taste of own medicine after losing out of MusialaThey retain their previous interest in Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze, despite concerns over his injury history.While West Ham ace Lucas Paqueta is also still on their radar, although any move would hinge on the outcome of an FA investigation into alleged betting breaches by the midfielder, which he denies.Eberechi Eze has impressed for Crystal PalaceCredit: GettyLucas Paqueta remains on Man City’s radarCredit: Rex’This guy has the potential to win the Ballon d’Or’Pundit Rio Ferdinand has previously gushed over Musiala, calling him a “potential Ballon d’Or winner”.The TNT Sports star said: “He’s a fabulous footballer. In a world where we talk about stats and data, he ticks that box, but it’s on the eye test where he comes alive; the way he receives the ball, he’s elusive, he rides a tackle and gets through traffic with HD.”He’s a fantastic footballer. I think the highest compliment I can give him is that I don’t know where his ceiling is.”Most players even at 20/22 years old, you go ‘I think they are going to get to this level and that’s them.'”This guy has the potential to win the Ballon d’Or.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’ve said it before, he has the potential to do that if the path goes the right way for him and he’s in a successful team. That’s the platform and foundation for that.” More

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      Arsenal set sights on world-class striker with eight players on transfer shortlist… ‘but four stars could leave’

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      ARSENAL are stepping up plans to sign a world-class striker in the summer after their Champions League heartbreak.Boss Mikel Arteta needs firepower, with Newcastle’s Alexander Isak, Benjamin Sesko and Viktor Gyokeres all on the radar.Mikel Arteta is set to be given a war chest again this summerCredit: GettyThe Gunners are also being linked with an array of other stars as the club prepare to unleash their war chest.Arsenal have spent big in the last two summer windows, bringing in the likes of Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber for a combined £204.5million last year.This summer, signing a striker is the priority with Gabriel Jesus being plagued by injuries since he arrived in North London.Kai Havertz has had to fill the role for much of the summer, with the German and Jesus combining for 18 goals between them.READ MORE ON ARSENALSunSport understands the Arsenal hierarchy recognise Arteta’s squad currently lacks an attacking focal point and clinical edge in the final third.Isak, Sesko and Gyokeres are of particular interest.The Gunners have sent scouts to watch RB Leipzig’s 6ft 4in Slovenian Sesko, 20, and Sporting Lisbon’s Swedish former Coventry star Gyokeres.Sesko has a £43m release clause, but he is also being tracked by both Manchester United and Chelsea, while Gyokeres would cost upwards of £80m.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSesko has scored 13 goals in 37 appearances in Germany.Impressively, Gyokeres has bagged 36 goals and 16 assists in 44 games in all competitions after moving to Portugal from Championship Sky Blues in a £21m deal last July.’Nothing is authentic about this club’ – Arsenal fans brutally trolled for bizarre ‘Ford Fiesta’ chant in MunichIsak, 24, has hit 21 goals this season despite an injury-hit campaign.The Swede was scouted by Arsenal before his £60m Toon deal in 2022.Joshua Zikzee and Xavi Simons are also on the radar.Bologna’s Dutch wonder Zikzee is attracting the attentions of clubs across Europe with the 6ft 4in 22-year-old forward valued at around £50m.Simons is a talent in the Bukayo Saka mould currently on loan at RB Leipzig from PSG, but would cost close to £80m to sign.Martin Zubimendi could prove an effective partner for Declan RiceAccording to The Mirror, Arteta also wants to sign players to provide competition for Saka and Gabriel Martinelli, who have been overused this season.Wolves winger Pedro Neto is a long-term target while Athletic Bilbao star Nico Williams is another option, they claim.Arsenal appear to have cooled their interest in Ivan Toney but another name on their wishlist is Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi, who could be an effective partner for Declan Rice.To help fund incoming Arsenal could let a number of stars leave according to The Mirror, including Eddie Nketiah who is priced at £30m and a target for Crystal Palace.READ MORE SUN STORIESReiss Nelson is also available with Aaron Ramsdale’s future uncertain, having been demoted to David Raya’s understudy.There is also interest being shown in youth product Emile Smith Rowe who has recently returned to first-team action.Thomas Tuchel’s genius tactical tweak against ArsenalFANS hailed Thomas Tuchel’s tactical tweak that “took Bukayo Saka out of the game” in their Champions League victory against Arsenal.
      With regular full-back Alphonso Davies suspended, Tuchel deployed TWO full backs in his place in the shape of Noussair Mazraoui and Raphael Guerreiro.
      The duo doubled up on Saka, with Mazraoui at left-back and Guerreiro playing higher up, offering him protection from midfield.
      And the plan could not have worked out any better with Saka almost totally nullified.
      One fan noted: “Thomas Tuchel with a tactical masterclass today starting two full-backs on the left wing to keep Bukayo Saka locked down.
      “Through 75 minutes, Saka has 0 shots and 0 chances created. Just 19 accurate passes & 32 total touches…”
      Tuchel himself explained: “You have to defend a lot on that side. Arsenal’s right side is where most attacks usually start. That’s their danger side. That’s why we chose Rafa (Guerreiro).”
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