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      Luis Diaz’s dad reveals they ‘haven’t lost hope’ of LaLiga transfer amid Real Madrid links

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      THE FATHER of Luis Diaz has revealed he has not given up hope of a transfer to Spain.SunSport exclusively linked Diaz, 27, with a shock transfer to LaLiga in February.Luis Diaz has ‘not lost hope’ of sealing a transfer to LaLigaCredit: AFPAnd now the Liverpool star’s father, Mane Diaz, has revealed the Colombian winger is still very much considering a move to Spain as giants such as Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid lurk.Speaking to Cadena Ser, Diaz Sr. said: “There was never anything serious with Real Madrid or Atlético.”Liverpool were always more determined and concrete to sign Luis. “We haven’t lost our hope yet…READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Luis is playing well and Spanish clubs are always active in the market.”Diaz Sr. was taken hostage at gunpoint alongside his wife on Saturday, October 28, at a petrol station in Colombia.Diaz’s mother, Cilenis Marulanda, was rescued within hours, with Diaz Sr. eventually being released in November after 12 days of being held captive.Diaz joined the Reds from Porto in January 2022 and his contract runs until 2027. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe has scored 22 goals and added 13 assists in 86 appearances. This includes 11 goals and five assists this season. Klopp ‘yelled and screamed at’ reporter in off-air bust-up that left people ‘scared’ after storming out of TV interviewDespite being knocked out of the FA Cup by Manchester United before the international break, Jurgen Klopp’s side remain in the hunt for three trophies this season.They are level on points with Premier League leaders Arsenal and are also eyeing silverware in the Europa League.The Reds have already picked up the Carabao Cup in Klopp’s swansong campaign at Anfield.Xabi Alonso and Roberto De Zerbi have both been linked with taking over the manager’s job when the German leaves at the end of the season.Although ex-player Glen Johnson believes the club should appoint England boss Gareth Southgate. More

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      Ex-Arsenal and Chelsea star Olivier Giroud agrees transfer to join new club aged 37

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      AC MILAN striker Olivier Giroud is set to join MLS side Los Angeles FC in a permanent transfer.The 37-year-old was first linked with the club back in October.Olivier Giroud is set to join LAFCCredit: AFPBut according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, a verbal agreement has been reached.Giroud’s proposed contract will be valid until December 2025.The Frenchman is yet to officially sign, but his deal is close to being completed.Giroud has spent the last three years with AC Milan.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSo far this season he has scored 14 goals and provided nine assists in 36 appearances across all competitions.Prior to joining the Serie A giants he spent three years at Chelsea, where he won the Europa League, Champions League and FA Cup.But arguably his most memorable spell was with Arsenal.Giroud joined the Gunners in a £9.6million transfer from Montpellier in June 2012.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSGiroud has impressed for AC Milan this seasonHe went on to make 253 appearances, scoring 105 goals and providing 41 assists.The striker won the coveted Puskas Award during his time in north London after scoring a sensational scorpion kick against Crystal Palace in 2017.Olivier Giroud goes IN GOAL for AC Milan and makes wonder save Giroud has also established himself as a France legend over the years.He became the country’s all-time top goalscorer at the 2022 World Cup after surpassing Thierry Henry’s record.However, in December he admitted that Euro 2024 could be his last major tournament.Giroud told TéléFoot: “I’m not planning beyond the short-term. The most important thing is to be fit and competitive, these Euros are an objective.”We nearly got it in 2016, and it is a trophy that I would love to win with France.”It will maybe, probably, be my last competition, but I can’t tell you what will happen after.”Seven ex-Prem stars now playing in MLS
      1 – Hugo Lloris, LAFC
      Lloris made an emotional exit from Tottenham in December having failed to secure a move away from North London last summer.
      He has since made five MLS appearances.
      2 – Luis Suarez, Inter Miami
      A Liverpool great, Suarez currently plays for David Beckham’s Inter Miami, alongside ex-Barcelona team-mates Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba.
      The club is even managed by former Barca boss Tata Martino.
      3 – Xherdan Shaqiri, Chicago Fire
      Shaqiri joined Chicago Fire from Lyon back in 2022. He joined in a £5.6m transfer, becoming the club’s most expensive player.
      The midfielder has since made 67 appearances.
      4 – Christian Benteke, D.C. United
      The former Aston Villa, Liverpool and Crystal Palace striker could be unplayable on his day in the Premier League, but also went through notorious dry spells in front of goal.
      Benteke joined DC United in 2022 when former England captain Wayne Rooney was in charge.
      5 – DeAndre Yedlin, Inter Miami
      The American international right-back has gone from lining-up behind Jeff Hendrick or Ayoze Perez at Steve Bruce’s Newcastle to sharing a flank with Messi in South Florida.
      Quite the rise for the full-back, who also played for Sunderland and, very briefly, Tottenham during his time in England.
      6 – Teemu Pukki, Minnesota United
      The Finnish striker has swapped Norfolk for the Twin Cities on the banks of the Mississippi River in Minnesota.
      Pukki joined Minnesota United in June last year after scoring 88 goals in more than 200 appearances for the Canaries in the Premier League and Championship.
      7 – Victor Wanyama, CF Montreal
      The Kenyan midfielder made his name in English football with Southampton and Tottenham before heading to MLS.
      Wanyama, who starred for Celtic before moving to the Premier League, now has more than 100 appearances for Canadian side CF Montreal. More

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      Man Utd ‘want to hold talks with Gary O’Neil’ over shock new role – but Wolves boss could be offered different job

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      MANCHESTER UNITED want to talk to Wolves boss Gary O’Neil about a coaching role at Old Trafford, according to reports.Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s 27 per cent takeover of the club has sparked a significant change in personnel, led by Ineos’ director of sport Dave Brailsford.Manchester United are eyeing talks with Wolves boss Gary O’NeilCredit: RexSir Jim Ratcliffe, left, is spearheading a change in personnel at Old TraffordCredit: GettyOmar Berrada has left Manchester City to become the Red Devils’ chief executive.And Dan Ashworth, who has been placed on gardening leave at Newcastle, is expected to assume the role of sporting director at Man Utd.Now, as reported by ESPN, Ratcliffe and Co are “attempting to build a new coaching structure led by a head coach”.And while the specific role O’Neil could be offered has not been revealed, the 40-year-old manager is understood to be aware of Man Utd’s interest.READ MORE ON MAN UTDHowever, he signed a three-year deal with Wolves in the summer, so compensation would almost certainly need to be paid to steal him away from Molineux.O’Neil impressed as Bournemouth boss following Scott Parker’s exit as he safely kept them in the top flight.He was then somewhat harshly relieved of his duties, but has guided Wolves to ninth place since succeeding Julen Lopetegui in August.Meanwhile, the future of Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag remains unclear.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHis side sit sixth in the Premier League and look set to miss out on Champions League qualification.But they are still in with a chance of silverware as they will face Championship side Coventry in the FA Cup semi-finals.Inside Sir Alex Ferguson’s Biggest Bust-UpsCome through that and they will set up either a rematch of last year’s final against Man City, or a clash with Chelsea. More

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      Man Utd ‘consider shock Ivan Toney transfer approach in blow to Chelsea pursuit of Brentford star’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are considering a shock transfer for Ivan Toney, according to reports. The Red Devils are in the market for a new forward in the summer to compete with Rasmus Hojlund.Ivan Toney is has emerged as a shock target on Man Utd’s radarCredit: RexToney could move to Old Trafford as Man Utd ponder the type of striker they want in the summerCredit: EPAAnd, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, their search may land them on Brentford ace Toney.Toney has made no secret of his desire to leave the Bees for pastures new in the summer. Man Utd are yet to finalise their summer transfer strategy following the investment of Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos, who have been handed control over the clubs football operations after a decade of mediocrity under the Glazers.Ratcliffe and his new team are still ironing out certain profiles they want, and are deciding between bringing an experienced or younger frontman.READ MORE ON MAN UTDBut, according to Romano in his daily briefing column for CaughtOffside, Toney’s availability could prompt Man Utd to make a move.Romano said: “It’s just one of the options to be considered and discussed internally. “Man United are still in early stages of the process to decide which striker they want to sign; experienced or young. “Talks are gonna take place internally, Toney will be one of the names available on the market so could be one to watch.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAt the age of 28, Toney would offer a wealth of experience without age being a risk.Arsenal and Chelsea are among the other clubs who have been linked with the star.Inside Ivan Toney’s Life As A FootballerHowever, SunSport understands the Gunners have cooled their interest, leaving the Blues, Tottenham and West Ham as the main parties in the running to have expressed interest.That is of course, barring a move from Man Utd to bring Toney to Old Trafford.Toney unlikely to let opportunity slideBy Charlie Wyett
      IVAN TONEY will be backing himself to beat Ollie Watkins in the race to Euro 2024.
      Because when it comes to supreme self-confidence, others might call it extraordinary arrogance, Toney gives Zlatan Ibrahimovic — football’s ultimate bighead — a run for his money.
      If, heaven forbid, something did happen to Harry Kane ahead of the summer tournament in Germany, Brentford striker Toney would likely see himself the only viable alternative as a replacement No 9.
      Equally, if England found themselves in another shootout at this year’s final in Berlin on July 14, most would want the bloke who has scored 35 of his 38 career penalties to be one of Gareth Southgate’s takers.
      Aston Villa forward Watkins, 28, is enjoying the best season of his career with 22 goals in all competitions but his Euros trial did not go so well with a disappointing performance in the 1-0 defeat by Brazil on Saturday.
      Against Belgium, Toney is unlikely to make the same mistake.
      A strong performance could see the Brentford ace continue on his journey from footballing outcast to, potentially, a national hero this summer.

      Given Erik ten Hag likes to utilise a physically dominant forward such as Sebastien Haller at Ajax or Wout Weghorst at Man Utd last season, it stands to reason that Toney would compliment the Dutchman’s system.In the meantime, Toney is set to start for England in their friendly against Belgium.Toney returned to football in January following a betting ban.In that time he has netted four goals in ten Premier League games, but blanked in each of his last five.Here’s how Toney has performed this season More

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      Chelsea ‘actively trying to sell Conor Gallagher in summer transfer window with Blues desperate to avoid FFP hit’

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      CHELSEA are reportedly “actively trying to sell” Conor Gallagher this summer.The 24-year-old midfielder has come through the Blues’ academy and is now a first-team regular.Chelsea are ‘actively trying to sell’ Conor Gallagher this summerCredit: RexHe has played 38 times under Mauricio Pochettino so far this term.He is also now a member of Gareth Southgate’s England squad and started the 1-0 defeat to Brazil on Saturday.Gallagher will be looking to win his 19th cap tonight against Belgium at Wembley and secure a place on the plane for the Euros this summer.However, he could also be on the move domestically, according to the Daily Mail.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThey state that “sources at rival Premier League clubs tell us that Chelsea are actively trying to sell their academy graduate this summer”.That is because he only has just over a year left on his deal and any transfer fee generated would count as “pure profit” with regards to FFP rules.We revealed before that he is still yet to be formally offered a new one.Speculation claimed that there had been “little sign of negotiations progressing” on an extension to stay at Stamford Bridge and he could thereforebe off come the end of the season.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERGallagher came close to joining Tottenham last summer but has gone on to be handed the armband on several occasions by Pochettino.Spurs are still thought to be interested in buying the ex-Crystal Palace loanee should he become available.Conor Gallagher apologises live on Sky Sports in interview after Chelsea’s win over Crystal PalaceChelsea have sold off a host of home-grown aces over recent years, with nearly £200m raised, which has enabled them stay within financial rules.And they are reluctant to get involved in long, drawn-out contract discussions.That was the scenario that unfolded with Mason Mount before he eventually departed for Manchester United following a lengthy stand-off for £60m. More

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      Nottingham Forest ‘approached former Chelsea manager to take over just months after appointing Nuno Espirito Santo’

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      FORMER CHELSEA boss Maurizio Sarri allegedly rejected an approach from Nottingham Forest this month.The Italian, 65, quit as Lazio manager on March 11 after a dismal run of form left them ninth in Serie A and dumped out of the Champions League by Bayern Munich.A shock report claims that Maurizio Sarri has snubbed Nottingham ForestCredit: ReutersIt says the Italian was wanted to replace Nuno Espirito SantoCredit: PAHowever, now a sensational report from journalist Alfredo Pedulla claims that he was allegedly offered an almost instant return to the dug-out.Despite having Nuno Espirito Santo at the helm, he says that Forest called Sarri and tried to make him their head coach just days after he had decided to leave Lazio “with the request to immediately take over” from the Portuguese tactician.Forest, who are deep in relegation trouble after being hit with a four-point deduction for breaching the Premier League’s profit and sustainability rules, are said to have offered him a three-year contract.And they also threw in the added incentive of the promise to have “a major transfer next season if they avoided relegation” this term.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThis shock report says that the ex-Napoli and Juventus chief turned down the proposal due to wanting to take some time out ahead of getting another job next season.SunSport have contacted Forest for comment regarding the shock claims.And Sport Italia have now stated that Sarri, who lifted the Europa League in his one season at Chelsea, could be heading to Fiorentina as Vincenzo Italiano is reportedly going to depart the club at the end of the season.  Espirito Santo was appointed by Forest on a two-and-a-half year contract on December 20 after the much-loved Steve Cooper had been sacked.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERBut the old Wolves and Tottenham chief’s arrival has failed to transform the club’s form as he has recorded just three wins from his 11 games in charge.That dire run, and the points sanction, have seen Forest drop into the relegation zone and they go into the weekend a point behind Luton.The Premier League’s Top 10 sexiest managers according to AIThe City Ground outfit did admit that they overspent by £34.5million across a three-year period, which led to their punishment being less severe due to their cooperation.But they have vowed to appeal that punishment.A short club statement read yesterday: “Nottingham Forest can confirm that it has today lodged an appeal against the four point sanction imposed by the Commission in relation to the Club’s breach of the Premier League’s Profit & Sustainability Rules (PSR).“The club will not be making any further statement at this time.”Premier League is now full of asterisksTHE last time Leicester were promoted to the Premier League, they provided English football with its most wondrous miracle.
      An improbable relegation jailbreak was followed by a fantastical 5,000-1 Jamie Vardy party, dilly-ding-dilly-dong title-winning campaign, and the entire sporting world marvelled at it.
      Except for the Premier League’s elite clubs, who decided this could never happen again.
      If the Foxes win promotion from the Championship this season — and they are level on points with leaders Leeds with a game in hand — they are likely to start next season with a points deduction. And possibly a punishment substantial enough to make survival a 5,000-1 shot.
      In the era of football’s asterisk invasion, nothing surprises us any longer, as the world’s richest and ‘most competitive’ football league ties itself in knots through Profitability and Sustainability Rules designed to reduce competition.
      Everton were deducted ten points, reduced to six on appeal, but are currently immersed in a three-day hearing which might end with them losing more points.
      Nottingham Forest are four points down but that figure could be greater or lesser after their appeal.
      Luton boss Rob Edwards — whose team are significantly affected by all of this hokey-cokeying — says he works off a different league table, without points deductions, to determine where his side are in the relegation battle.
      But in fact, you would need five or six potential league tables to try to work out all potential scenarios.
      Read more on the points deductions fiasco from SunSport’s Dave Kidd here. More

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      Liverpool should consider Gareth Southgate to replace Klopp and stop him going to Man Utd, says former club star

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      GLEN JOHNSON has urged former club Liverpool to replace Jurgen Klopp with Gareth Southgate.The German, who guided the Reds to Carabao Cup joy last month, shocked the Kop in January by announcing that he would leave the club this summer.Glen Johnson has tipped Liverpool to replace Jurgen Klopp with Gareth SouthgateCredit: GettyThe England manager has also been linked with a sensational move to Man UtdCredit: GettyWhile he looks to sign-off with a treble by winning the Premier League title and Europa League, Liverpool are still searching for his replacement.Xabi Alonso is a leading contender after his stunning season in charge of Bayer Leverkusen while Brighton’s Roberto De Zerbi is another to have been linked.However, ex-Liverpool full-back Johnson believes that the current England manager would be an ideal choice if he becomes available.He told Betfred: “If he’s available in the summer, then you’ve got to look at all the options.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL“He’s done a brilliant job with England, so there’s no reason why he can’t be successful with a club like Liverpool as he’d be dealing with a similar standard of players.“You’d need to have the chat because you can’t just dismiss him if he’s available.”The England boss, 53, has recently been mooted as a potential successor to Erik ten Hag if Manchester United give him the boot – something Southgate has refused to discuss.However, Johnson says that he does not believe that United’s players would react as well to Southgate as his trusted lieutenants do for the Three Lions.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe said: “I’m not sure because despite being a top bloke and great manager, I believe Gareth gets more respect from the players in the England squad because he’s English.“Foreign players in Manchester United’s squad are initially not going to have that same level of respect for Gareth as the English players do.Gareth Southgate admits ‘we don’t like losing’ but takes positives from Brazil loss“It would take a bit of time for him to win them over and if he can, then he’s more than capable of being successful.”When pressed on whether Southgate could deliver success at Old Trafford, Johnson added: “There have been a number of good, successful managers that have gone into the job at Manchester United and have struggled, so it wouldn’t be guaranteed success for Gareth if he was to take the job.“Manchester United are a huge club, with great support and on paper, they have a very good squad too.“A top manager like Gareth could come in, get rid of a lot of the deadwood, provide that team with a good backbone and make Manchester United successful again.”However, there’s been a lot of good managers that have taken that job in recent years and have failed.” More

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      Arsenal made Ousmane Diomande transfer target while scouting ANOTHER star as they’re set for £50m battle with Chelsea

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      ARSENAL are mulling over a summer bid for Sporting Lisbon central defender Ousmane Diomande.SunSport revealed earlier this month that the Gunners took notice of the 20-year-old Ivorian during a scouting mission at a Sporting vs Benfica clash out in Portugal.Ivorian defender Ousmane Diomande is a transfer target for ArsenalCredit: GettyThe main focus of that trip was to see Sweden’s Viktor Gyokeres, 25, ahead of a potential move for the red-hot forward with 36 goals in 39 games in all competitions so far.However, Diomande also stood out – and SunSport understands Arsenal are considering their options regarding an imminent move for the centre-back.Chelsea are likely to rival them for the player, who has a release clause of around £68.6million, but that fee could drop to £50m with significant contractual add-ons included.Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is interested in strengthening his defence, providing depth and cover for their first-choice centre-back pairing of Gabriel and William Saliba.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLDiomande has played the majority of this campaign for Sporting in a back three, so is comfortable featuring in wide positions – something Arteta likes in his defenders.Ideally, Arteta would go into the start of next season with four central defenders at his disposal, adding to Saliba, Gabriel and Jakub Kiwior.But any bid depends on how much money they can raise through sales, as well as how much they are willing to spend in other areas, such as in attack.Arsenal’s priority going into the summer is a No9 – and Gyokeres is among the list of names the club are considering splashing out on.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERBrentford’s Ivan Toney is also a consideration, but Arteta will likely wait until the end of the season before deciding on the profile of striker his team needs compared to the options he already has.Gabriel Jesus has spent a lot of this season injured, while Kai Havertz has contributed from deeper positions when leading the line.What happened to Highbury?A winger is also on Arteta’s wish list, providing cover for Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli.In the meantime, Aaron Ramsdale, Eddie Nketiah, Reiss Nelson and Cedric Soares could all be leaving the club in a summer clear-out. More