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      Man Utd linked with fairytale transfer as they scout Cristiano Ronaldo Jr’s Portugal debut amid shock Tottenham interest

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      A MANCHESTER UNITED scout saw Cristiano Ronaldo Jr make his Portugal Under-15 debut as a raft of top clubs sent representatives to the match.The 14-year-old son of the legendary former Red Devils No7 was cheered onto the pitch when he came off the bench in a 4-1 win over Japan’s Under-15s on Tuesday.A Manchester United scout saw Cristiano Ronaldo Jr make his Portugal Under-15 debutRonaldo Jr was also eyed by scouts from Tottenham and Bundesliga clubsWearing the same number his father wore with distinction during two spells at Old Trafford, Ronaldo Jr gave a few brief glimpses of his talent during a second-half run-out at the Vlatko Markovic tournament in Croatia.Ruben Amorim’s staff will add the scout’s report to their file on the youngster, who could earn a start in one of Portugal’s remaining matches against Greece or England.United will already know plenty from the 14 months Ronaldo Jr spent at their academy.He played alongside Wayne Rooney’s son, Kai, in the youth set-up when his father returned for an ill-fated second stint under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Erik ten Hag.Read More on Man UtdThe Europa League finalists were among several high-profile clubs to send scouts to the match.United’s Bilbao opponents Tottenham were in attendance with up to 10 Bundesliga clubs also rumoured to be represented in the crowd.Croatian newspaper Sportske Novosti report that Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, RB Leipzig, Hoffenheim, Red Bull Salzburg, Inter Milan, Juventus and Atalanta sent spies to cover the game.The Portuguese players caught the eye with their superior technique and tactical appreciation, running out easy winners over the Japanese kids.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBraga forward Rafael Cabral was the star of the match and stole Cristiano Jr’s thunder by bagging a hat-trick before he stepped out onto the pitch.The 14-year-old honed his ball skills by playing futsal from an early age while his mobility allows him to operate just as effectively from the wings as he does from the middle.He is Braga’s top scorer in the youth league with 13 goals this season and leads a seven-strong contingent from the club in Portugal’s squad, which contains no players from the traditional powers of Benfica and Sporting Lisbon.Ronaldo Jr is following in his father Cristiano Ronaldo’s massive footstepsRonaldo had two stints at Man Utd before moving to Saudi Arabia and Al-Nassr More

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      Man Utd ‘hold transfer talks with Antoine Semenyo’ as Bournemouth value star at £70million

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have opened talks with Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo over a potential transfer, according to reports.United are gearing up for a big summer as they try and fix the holes in their struggling squad after a worst-ever Premier League return.Antoine Semenyo has reportedly held talks with Man UtdCredit: GettyAnd according to TalkSPORT, that could include bringing in Cherries winger Semenyo.They claim the 25-year-old has already held talks with Old Trafford execs over a move in the summer.Semenyo, who is reportedly valued at around £70million by Bournemouth, has scored nine goals and registered six assists in the Premier League this season.The Ghana international has been linked with a whole host of other clubs, meaning Utd will have stiff competition for his signature.READ MORE ON MAN UTDChelsea, Tottenham and Arsenal are among those who have been linked with a move.Semenyo only put pen to paper on a new Bournemouth deal last season, meaning he is currently tied down with the Cherries until 2029.United have also been linked with a move for Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap, who is thought to be on his way out of Portman Road following the Tractor Boys’ relegation to the Championship.While it’s widely understood that Man Utd are leading the race to sign Matheus Cunha from Wolves.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordBoth Cunha and Delap are thought to have release clauses in their contracts that mean deals would be easier to get over the line.It’s been reported that manager Ruben Amorim will be backed by the ownership in the summer as United try and patch things up.’I lived at the training ground’ – Former Man Utd transfer chief lifts lid on most expensive window in club historyThe 20-time English champions are currently 16th in the Premier League table, but have a chance to save their season next week when they face Tottenham in the Europa League final.But boss Amorim thinks that a European trophy could just paper over the cracks, highlighting how big of a job he has on his hands and asking for reinforcements in the summer transfer window.Sensationally admitting he could QUIT if things don’t improve following Sunday’s 2-0 defeat, Amorim said: “I don’t want to talk about the players. “I’m talking about myself and the culture in the club and the culture in the team. I have that feeling.“We need to change that and we need to be really strong in the summer and to be brave.”Because we cannot have a season like this next year. If the feeling is still here, we should give the space to different persons.”So it’s a big problem that we have here at the club. It’s a decisive moment in the history of the club. We need to address that.”We are losing the feeling that we are a massive club and the feeling that it’s not the biggest thing in the world losing a game at home.”We don’t have that fear anymore and that is the most dangerous thing that a big club can have.Read More on The Sun”I think it’s a concern. It’s not the players fault. It’s my fault, I’m responsible.”If we cannot change that really fast we should give our place to different persons.”Ruben Amorim has claimed he could quit Man Utd if he is unable to turn around their formCredit: Getty More

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      Arsenal’s striker dilemma laid bare between Gyokeres and Sesko as club ‘have reservations over transfer’

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      ARSENAL are stuck in a striker dilemma over Benjamin Sesko and Viktor Gyokeres, according to reports.The Gunners have made it their top priority to bring in a new goalscorer this summer after falling short of silverware once again.Arsenal have reservations over signing Benjamin SeskoCredit: RexThe Gunners need to move quickly to sign Viktor GyokeresCredit: AFPArsenal have RB Leipzig’s Sesko and Sporting Lisbon’s Gyokeres on their shortlist as a deal for Alexander Isak from Newcastle is unrealistic.And reports from journalist David Ornstein suggest that the club are currently at a crossroads.He claims Arsenal have done “a lot of work” on Sesko but there remains reservations “maybe on the price and the player”.Sky Germany say the 21-year-old has a £62million release clause in his contract amid interest from Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham too.READ MORE ON ARSENALSesko is said to still be an option for Arsenal but new chief Andrea Berta is a bigger fan of Gyokeres.The 26-year-old has an £85m release clause but Sporting could accept a fee closer to £60m.Though Arsenal need to act quickly to seal the deal for him as the race of his signature is intensifying.Ornstein told NBC: “Gyokeres is probably the best value for money option out there but the time is ticking and other interest is building, so let’s see if Arsenal move on that sooner, rather than later.”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSManchester United boss Ruben Amorim is keen on a reunion with the striker he got the best out of at Sporting and Atletico Madrid also fancy their chances.Gyokeres is on the front cover of Portuguese newspapers today that claim he has been offered a huge £7m-a-year contract by Arsenal.Mikel Arteta launches furious rant at Arsenal players despite second-half Anfield comebackBut Mikel Arteta’s side are yet to make a formal bid for the player.A top Arsenal scout was supposedly at Sporting’s 1-1 draw with Benfica on Saturday to scout Gyokeres.And they also like the look of his team-mates Ousmane Diomande and Francisco Trincao.Centre-back Diomande, 21, has long been on the radar of several Premier League clubs.Winger Trincao, 25, has emerged as a shock target after scoring ten and assisting 18 in all competitions this season.He spent the 2021/22 campaign on loan at Wolves but managed just three goals.Join SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The Emirates More

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      Man City drop Jack Grealish transfer hint as they launch stunning new kit for Club World Cup

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      MANCHESTER CITY have unveiled their kit for the 2025/26 season and dropped a hint over Jack Grealish’s future.Pep Guardiola’s side will wear the new home shirt at this summer’s Club World Cup in the US.Man City have unveiled their new kitCredit: Man CityThe shirt will be worn at the Club World CupCredit: Man CityPuma have designed the jerseyCredit: Man CityThe sash is a nod to past City away shirtsCredit: Man CityPuma have gone for a white sash across the club’s iconic sky blue jersey.The diagonal stripe is a nod to City kits from the 70s as it has been seen on old away strips.Grealish is one of the stars modelling the new look alongside the likes of Phil Foden, Erling Halaand and Mateo Kovacic.And fans reckon having him as the poster boy suggests he is staying at City beyond the summer.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt comes amid rumours of Grealish’s departure after a tough season in which he has scored just three goals and started only seven Premier League games.Tottenham, Aston Villa and Napoli are all interested in signing him.Grealish was not, however, seen in the promotional video to launch the new kit.The clip stars actor John Thompson hosting a talent show as stars like Foden, Haaland, Manuel Akanji, Oscar Bobb and Ederson take to the stage to perform.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSFormer players Micah Richards, Joleon Lescott and Mike Summerbee also have cameo roles.The video was filmed at the Clayton Official Supporters Club just around the corner from the Etihad Stadium.Jack Grealish to Napoli?! Conte Plots Shock £100M Raid – Would City Really Let Him Go?Puma say the sash home shirt “creates a connection to the past with a futuristic design, bridging the gap between different generations of City fans”.The German sportswear brand’s chief Marco Mueller said: “We’re so excited to be featuring the iconic sash, made famous from away days of old, on the home kit for the first time.”Both in this kit and all our kits for this upcoming season, fans across the world will be reminded that with our partnership we do things differently and want to push the boundaries in terms of design, creativity and innovation”.The kit is available in the City shop for £85 and the authentic jersey costs £130.Puma say the kit ‘bridges the gap between different generations of fans’Credit: Man CityThe authentic shirt costs £130Credit: Man City More

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      When does the summer transfer window 2025 open and close?

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      THE 2024/25 Premier League campaign is heading towards an unwanted close.But the offseason does mean the thrills and spills of the transfer window are upon us.The summer transfer window will include an early phase before the Club World CupCredit: RexSunSport brings you all the dates and details you need ahead of the summer.When does the summer transfer window 2025 open?This summer, the transfer window will open early between Sunday, June 1 and Tuesday, June 10, due to the exceptional registration period related to the expanded Club World Cup.Chelsea and Manchester City are the only Premier League clubs that are taking part in the revamped competition, but the early window allows all Prem sides to complete business.The summer window will then open again properly on Monday, June 16, and close on Monday, September 1.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Premier League can only have 12 weeks of a summer window, which is why there is a five-day break to allow it to run to September 1.What time does the summer transfer window 2025 close?This year, the summer transfer window will close four hours earlier than usual.Prem and EFL bosses, with the agreement of clubs in all four leagues, have come to the decision that all signings or paperwork will have to be lodged by 7pm, rather than the more accustomed 11pm deadline, on September 1.An additional two hours will be allowed for signings from overseas to complete all the necessary paperwork.Most read in FootballThe move from the 11pm closure is viewed as a way of preventing club staff and administrators from having to burn the midnight oil well into the early hours when late-agreed deals are pushed through. More

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      Why Rodrygo ‘REFUSED to play against Barcelona’ with Real Madrid star ‘in rift involving Bellingham and Mbappe’

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      REAL MADRID star Rodrgyo is refusing to play for the club after a huge rift with team-mates, according to shock reports.The 24-year-old’s days with the Spanish giants are numbered and he will be sold this summer.Rodrygo is refusing to play for Real MadridCredit: APThe ‘media frenzy’ around Jude Bellingham has taken the spotlight away from himCredit: Shutterstock EditorialHe has also been left ‘angry’ by the signing of Kylian MbappeCredit: Shutterstock EditorialRodrygo was an unused substitute as Real Madrid lost 4-3 to their bitter El Clasico rivals Barcelona on Sunday.The defeat proved costly with them now seven points behind Barca with three games to go at the top of the LaLiga.Departing Carlo Ancelotti would have liked to name his strongest starting XI for the clash – but Rodrygo does not want to play for the club anymore.Bombshell reports from Spanish outlet Marca claim the winger feels “displaced” at Real Madrid.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe “media explosion” around Jude Bellingham and the signing of Kylian Mbappe last year has frustrated him.Rodrygo wanted to be the club’s main man alongside Vinicius Junior and is “angry” about having the spotlight taken away from him.It has supposedly led to a “rift” forming between the two Brazilians.There is no suggestion that Bellingham or Mbappe have done anything wrong.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSBut Rodrygo’s relationships with his team-mates have reportedly “deteriorated significantly”.Xabi Alonso will replace Ancelotti in the dugout this summer and he is ready to show Rodrygo the exit door.Carlo Ancelotti named Brazil coach as former Chelsea boss makes history after leaving Real MadridClub chiefs do not want him around and he is likely to leave.Alonso could convince him to stay but is set to build around Bellingham, Mbappe, Vinicius and Trent Alexander-Arnold.Rodrygo, who has scored 68 goals and got 50 assists from Real Madrid in 267 games, has a contract at the Bernabeu until 2028.His departure could spark a Premier League transfer battle as Arsenal and Manchester City have previously been linked with him.Rodrygo’s relationship with his team-mates has ‘deteriorated’Credit: Getty More

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      Real Madrid ‘yet to make formal offer to Trent Alexander-Arnold’ despite wanting Liverpool star to join within weeks

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      REAL MADRID are yet to make a formal offer to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold early, according to reports.The Liverpool star confirmed last week he is set to leave the club.Real Madrid are yet to make an offer to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold earlyCredit: Shutterstock EditorialHe will join Real Madrid upon the expiration of his contract at the end of next month.But the Spanish giants are hopeful of completing the switch before June, when the Club World Cup starts.They were rumoured to be plotting a £1million bid for Liverpool to consider, but according to Sky Sports such an offer is yet to be made.Real Madrid are understood to have spoken to Liverpool following Alexander-Arnold’s leaving announcement, and the two clubs discussed his early release.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLTime is running out for the two clubs to agree a deal with the expanded Fifa tournament beginning on June 15.Real hope a fee of £1m will get the deal over the line but Liverpool could play hardball and demand an additional £500,000.And if no deal is agreed, the Reds will continue to shell out £175,000-a-week to cover Alexander-Arnold’s wages until June 30.Real Madrid’s first game in the US is against Saudi side Al-Hilal on June 18 and they could register the England star between June 1 and 10 or between June 27 and July 3, for the knockout stage.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSAlexander-Arnold, 26, has just two matches left as a Liverpool player.He will say goodbye to Anfield on May 25, Liverpool’s last game of the season against Crystal Palace. Andy Robertson pays tribute to ‘best friend’ Trent Alexander-Arnold after he is booed by Liverpool fansAnd he will hope for a warmer reception after being treated to boos against Arsenal on Sunday.The defender came on as a second half sub to a hostile atmosphere, and almost every touch he made was greeted with boos and jeers from the home stands. More

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      Arsenal looking to raid Chelsea for Andrey Santos but could miss out to PSG in transfer battle for wonderkid

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      ARSENAL are planning a shock move for Chelsea wonderkid Andrey Santos, according to reports.The 21-year-old midfielder has spent the season on loan at the Blues’ sister club Strasbourg.Andrey Santos is a shock target for Arsenal this summerCredit: GettySantos has been described as one of Ligue 1’s “big revelations” this term with ten goals and five assists in all competitions.And he has even captained the side managed by Liam Rosenior on several occasions as they make a late push for Champions League qualification.Reports from Le 10 Sport in France claim he has caught the eye of Arsenal ahead of the summer transfer window.The Gunners are said to be “hard at work” to get a deal over the line.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut PSG, who tried to sign Santos when Chelsea did in 2023, remain strong contenders.It is currently unclear what the player’s future holds amid other reports suggesting that he will be given the chance to impress Enzo Maresca in pre-season and at the Club World Cup.Chelsea signed the Brazilian from his native Vasco da Gama when he was just 18 for £18million.He is yet to make an appearance for them, having spent another year in his homeland and half a season on loan at Nottingham Forest.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSSantos managed just two games for Forest before being recalled early.But his form since for Strasbourg has seen him earn his first senior cap for Brazil.Inside Chelsea’s Strasbourg talent factory as angry fans fight identity crisis And his boss Rosenior has praised him highly, saying: “He’s Brazilian but he doesn’t play like one. He’s so smart and his stats are through the roof, in terms of scoring goals, winning duels.”He plays like he’s 32 years. There were other players that had a worthy cause to be captain, but I felt that Andrey was the right choice.”Join SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The Emirates More