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      Man Utd blow as new £72m signing Rasmus Hojlund ALREADY injured and out for Premier League season opener

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      MANCHESTER UNITED’s new striker Rasmus Hojlund is injured and will miss the first two games of the season.Hojlund was unveiled to the Old Trafford crowd before their friendly against Lens.
      Rasmus Hojlund will miss Manchester United’s first two matches of the season
      He took no part in the match.
      Now it has emerged the £72million signing sustained an injury in pre-season training with his now former club Atalanta.
      That definitely rules him out of the season opener here a week on Monday against Wolves.
      But he is also a doubt for the trip to Tottenham the following Saturday.
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      He is training but will take at least a fortnight to get up to match fitness.
      Hojlund is United’s third signing of the summer, following the arrivals of Mason Mount and Andre Onana.

      The Danish forward scored 10 goals in 34 appearances for Atalanta last season.
      After being unveiled by the Red Devils, he said: “It is no secret that I have been a fan of this great club since I was a small boy, and I dreamed of walking out at Old Trafford as a Manchester United player.
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      “I am incredibly excited by this opportunity to turn that dream into a reality, and I am determined to repay the faith that the club has shown in me.
      “It is still early in my career, but I know that I am ready to make this step up and play with this group of world-class players.”
      Erik ten Hag will be able to call on Marcus Rashford in Hojlund’s absence.
      The England forward started through the middle in the friendly against Lens which Manchester United won 3-1. More

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      Saudi Pro League will NEVER rival the Prem until they really splash the cash on genuine world star in his prime

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      SAUDI Pro League clubs have been throwing around a vast amount of money this summer.But until they sign Kylian Mbappe, or another genuine world star in his prime, then the major European clubs will remain relaxed about it.
      Gary Linker insists that European clubs are ‘relaxed’ about the Saudi Pro LeagueCredit: Getty
      If Kylian Mbappe moved to the Saudi Pro League, THEN the Prem could have a problemCredit: PA
      Right now, it’s just the latest league where older players go to die their footballing deaths — like Karim Benzema joining Al-Ittihad — for one last earner.
      It’s the same with Major League Soccer in America, it was the same with China for a while, and I did it myself in Japan at the end of my playing career.
      I don’t want to sound holier-than-thou but Saudi Arabia has a deeply troubling human rights record — last year 80 people were executed in one day, most for what we would regard as minor offences.
      There are many other serious human rights concerns.
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      It is easy to say, ‘I would never go there for any money’, until millions and millions are dangled in front of your face — then that dilemma becomes very real.
      Players can guarantee the financial security of their family for generations to come.
      It can’t be easy to turn down that sort of offer.
      The Saudis, and their sportswashing project, are not going away — in football as in golf, boxing, tennis and other sports.
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      They have ambitions to host World Cups and Olympics, and they have such vast wealth.
      But until they can land an Mbappe, they will not be seen as a major threat by the top European leagues.
      Some clubs, such as Chelsea, are even seeing the emergence of the Saudi Pro League as a major positive.
      They have been able to offload unwanted players for big money, instead of having to loan them out while still paying half of their wages.

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      David Beckham’s Inter Miami target transfer for unemployed Real Madrid legend who is desperate to play with Lionel Messi

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      SERGIO RAMOS has delayed negotiations with Saudi teams in hopes of reuniting with Lionel Messi.The duo have spent most of their careers playing against each other in fiery Real Madrid vs Barcelona clashes.
      The pair shared a tense rivalry for the better part of the last 15 yearsCredit: AFP
      They were announced as PSG players on the same day in 2021 – going from Clasico rivals to team-mates for the first time.
      With two Ligue 1 titles to his name, Messi made the move to David Beckham’s Inter Miami this summer.
      Ramos is now a free agent too after PSG didn’t renew his contract at the end of June.
      And, according to Spanish news outlet Mundo Deportivo, the Bernabeu icon is waiting for an offer from Miami before pursuing other options.
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      He reportedly would only consider a move to the Saudi league if he doesn’t hear from the MLS side.
      Miami are said to be interested, having already brought in fellow Spanish legends Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba to accompany Messi.

      While another former Barca star Luis Suarez has also been strongly linked.
      It is unknown whether Beckham would be able to sign both Suarez and Ramos within the MLS’s salary cap.
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      And Ramos has reportedly also received some interest from domestic rivals LAFC.
      Messi has made a flying start to his time in America, scoring five goals in his first three games.
      And he seems to be settling in Stateside, with he and his family spotted checking out a mansion with its own terrace putting green this week. More

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      Man Utd ‘still want Leon Goretzka transfer with Bayern Munich outcast frozen out under ex-Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are still interested in Leon Goretzka who is no longer Thomas Tuchel’s plans, according to reports. The Red Devils have been keen on the Bayern Munich outcast with Erik ten Hag keeping a close eye on him all summer.
      Man Utd are still interested to sign Bayern Munich Leon GoretzkaCredit: Getty
      According to Florian Plettenberg, Man Utd “never lost their focus on Goretzka” who is “on the Premier League club’s list”.
      The 28-year-old has insisted he wants to remain at the Bundesliga champs despite interest from United and also West Ham.
      Goreztka told Sky Germany: ” I have no intention to leave Bayern. I love the club, I love the city, I love the fans.”
      But ex-Chelsea boss Tuchel is said to prefer Joshua Kimmich and Konrad Laimer.
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      And Ten Hag hopes that could change the Germany international’s mind.
      Sky Sports in Germany say Tuchel will happily sell Goretzka for around £43m, as they bid to fund their pursuit of Harry Kane.
      United have already recruited a midfielder Mason Mount this summer from Chelsea for £60milllion.
      Goretzka’s contract for the German club is set to run out in 2026 after signing a long-term contract back in 2021.
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      The midfielder joined Bayern back in 2019 and has since notched 34 goals and 35 assists across 179 appearances in all competitions for Bayern. 
      After undergoing surgery for a knee injury, he started in 22 Bundesliga matches last season.
      But with the arrival of Laimer from RB Leipzig this summer and with emerging star Ryan Gravenberch pushing for a spot, Goretzka is no longer the main man in Tuchels starting XI. 
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      Bayern Munich boss Thomas Tuchel will not have Goretzka starting for himCredit: Getty More

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      Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain ‘offered contract by Besiktas’ with ex-Arsenal and Liverpool star available on free transfer

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      OXLADE CHAMBERLAIN is considering an offer to join Turkish side Besiktas, according to reports.The 29-year-old is a free agent after his contract expired at Anfield this summer.
      Turkish side Besiktas have offered Oxlade-Chamberlain a two-year dealCredit: AP
      Arsenal signed the midfielder from Southampton in 2011, before selling him to Liverpool in 2017 for a £35m feeCredit: AFP or licensors
      Oxlade-Chamberlain is engaged to the former Little Mix star Perrie Edwards, they share son AxelCredit: Getty
      The former England international has received offers to join former Reds team-mates Jordan Henderson, Fabinho and Roberto Firmino in the Saudi Pro League.
      But, according to BBC Sport, Turkish side Besiktas have approached the midfielder.
      The former Gunner-turned-Red has reportedly been offered a lucrative two-year-deal, with the option of a third.
      Although he is yet to accept the proposal, he is said to be considering it.

      Oxlade-Chamberlain played 146 games and scored 18 goals for Liverpool, after joining from Arsenal for £35m in 2017.
      He won the Champions League and Premier League with the Reds and has earned 35 international caps for England, the last of which came in 2019.

      But fierce positional competition and various injuries saw Oxlade-Chamberlain become a bit-part player at Liverpool under Klopp.
      Since leaving on a free this summer, a move to Istanbul could be on the cards.
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      He told The Mirror: “I think I need to go and play somewhere as consistently as possible.
      “They say you’re coming into your peak at 29, so I want to go and test myself, play consistently somewhere”.
      Last season, Besiktas had two English players in their squad.
      Dele Alli experienced a short spell on loan from Everton and winger Nathan Redmond, who joined Burnley this summer after his contract in Istanbul expired.
      Besiktas have also shown interest in Everton winger Demarai Gray, but the Jamaica international looks to be heading to Fulham. More

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      Chelsea ‘finally reach agreement to sign Brighton star with medical set to take place imminently’ in huge transfer boost

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      CHELSEA have reached an agreement with Brighton for goalkeeper Robert Sanchez.The Spaniard, who will count towards the club’s homegrown quota, will provide competition for Kepa Arrizabalaga.
      Chelsea have agreed a deal with Brighton for keeper Robert SanchezCredit: Getty
      The Blues were keen to bring in additional competition for Kepa after Edouard Mendy left for Saudi side Al-Ahli in June.
      Now, according to David Ornstein, a medical is set to take place “imminently” after a deal was reached between the two clubs.
      Chelsea will pay an initial £20million fee plus £5m in performance related add-ons.
      Blues goalkeeping coach Ben Roberts is a big fan of Sanchez having worked with him at Brighton previously.
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      Sanchez had established himself firmly as Brighton’s number one goalkeeper under Graham Potter.
      But, after the arrival of Roberto De Zerbi, Sanchez found himself falling down the pecking order.
      He was replaced as Brighton’s number one by Jason Steele in March.
      Brighton have since added Dutch Under-21 goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen this summer from Anderlecht for £16.3 million, forcing Sanchez further down the pecking order.
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      He was left out of Brighton’s pre-season tour of the US as the club focused on finding a move for the goalkeeper.
      Meanwhile Brighton and Chelsea remain locked in talks over the signing of Moises Caicedo.

      Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino is desperate to add quality and experience to his midfield after losing Matteo Kovacic, Mason Mount and Kai Havertz this summer.
      Chelsea have so far had two bids rejected for the midfielder this summer – with their latest being £80m.
      Brighton are insisting on a £100m fee to make the deal happen.
      And Chelsea could miss out with the Seagulls reportedly receiving a bid from another club on Wednesday. More

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      Forgotten Man Utd transfer target who kept Cristiano Ronaldo out of team set to replace Kylian Mbappe at PSG

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN are reportedly set to sign Manchester United transfer target Goncalo Ramos.The young striker shot to fame at the World Cup when he started ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo in Portugal’s 6-1 victory over Switzerland.
      Goncalo Ramos of Portugal produced one of the most remarkable World Cup debuts in history… after taking Cristiano Ronaldo’s placeCredit: Getty
      He is set to replace Kylian Mbappe, who could be on his way out of PSG with the club looking to cash in on him before his contract expires next summerCredit: Getty
      It was the first time five-time Ballon d’Or winner Ronaldo hadn’t been picked for a major tournament fixture since 2008.
      And Ramos, now 22, made the most of it as he netted a brilliant hat-trick in the last-16 clash – before keeping his spot for the shock quarter-final loss to Morocco.
      United were instantly linked with for the Benfica star, especially given Ronaldo’s acrimonious departure a month earlier.
      But he now seems destined for PSG, who are in need of a replacement for another global superstar, Kylian Mbappe.

      Mbappe is at loggerheads with the Parisians, and the club are desperate to sell this summer, with Chelsea, Real Madrid and Al-Hilal interested.
      And, according to Fabrizio Romano, they already have Ramos lined up after agreeing a £69m fee with Benfica.
      Ramos – who notched 27 goals and 12 assists for Benfica last season – has reportedly agreed a contract until 2028.
      And the deal could be completed this week, along with the £43m capture of Barcelona winger Ousmane Dembele.
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      Ramos kept Cristiano Ronaldo out of Portugal’s team at the World CupCredit: Sunday Times
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      PSG remain committed to getting Mbappe off their books with the forward looking to run down his deal, which would allow him to leave for nothing next summer.
      The club believes the French superstar, 24, has an agreement to join Madrid for free next year.
      PSG are trying to offload their big-money man after he refused to sign a new contract and rejected a world-record transfer to Saudi Arabia.
      It is understood the Ligue 1 champions want around £215m for Mbappe, although few clubs in world football could afford that.
      If no agreement can be reached in the next month, Mbappe faces the real threat of being exiled from the PSG squad. More

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      Tottenham ‘leading Chelsea and Arsenal in race to sign Bundesliga star Edmond Tapsoba’

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      TOTTENHAM are leading the way to sign Bayer Leverkusen star Edmond Tapsoba, according to reports.Sports guru Patrick Berger claims Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou is planning to put a £39m bid in for the 6ft 4in defender.
      Tottenham are prepared to make a new bid for Edmond TapsobaCredit: Getty
      Arsenal and Chelsea have also expressed their interest in the 24-year-old Burkina Faso international, but Tottenham’s new offer could put them off chasing him.
      The Bundesliga side however are expected to demand around £45m for Tapsoba, who has made over 100 appearances for the club.
      The Leverkusen ace, who joined from Vitória de Guimarães in 2020, has been labelled an “exceptional” defender after shining under Xabi Alonso
      However, there are questions marks over whether Postecoglou can convince Tapsoba to move to White Hart Lane.
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      So far the North London club has added Manor Solomon, James Maddison and Guglielmo Vicario this summer.
      But Postecoglou is still without a new centre-back and is close to finalising a deal with Wolfsburg’s Micky van de Ven.

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      Even with a deal closing in soon for Van de Ven, Spurs are still pushing to complete a transfer for Tapsoba.
      Postecoglou also has concerns at the other end of the pitch with Harry Kane’s move to Bayern seemingly edging closer, with the German giants expected to up their latest bid of £82m.
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      However, one journalist has begged the Bundesliga champions NOT to sign the England captain and called Kane a “30-year-old bone” in a scathing open letter in a newspaper.
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      Wolfsburg’s Micky van de Ven is close to signing with SpursCredit: Getty More