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      Man Utd fans ask ‘who?’ as three-man shortlist of Mason Mount transfer alternatives is revealed

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      BAFFLED Manchester United fans questioned “who?” after a shock name was included in the club’s transfer wishlist.The Red Devils are weighing up alternatives to Mason Mount as Chelsea continue to dig their heels in.
      Manchester United have identified Taylor Booth as a shock transfer optionCredit: Getty
      The Blues rejected United’s third offer, worth £55million, on Friday and are demanding £65m for the wantaway midfielder who is entering the final year of his contract this summer.
      And that has prompted Bayern Munich to make a late swoop for Mount and Erik ten Hag to consider some other options in midfield.
      But one name in particular drew some shocked reactions from United supporters.
      According to ESPN, Taylor Booth is a potential target.
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      However, fans quickly asked who the relatively unknown star is.
      One joked: “What’s a Taylor Booth?”
      Another queried: “Taylor Booth… who be that?”
      And a third simply wrote: “Who?”
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      Booth, 22, came through at Real Salt Lake before joining the youth set-up at Bayern Munich in 2019 aged 17 – using his Italian passport through his father’s heritage.
      But after just one senior cup appearance in a 12-0 thumping of Bremer SV in August 2021, the American joined Dutch outfit Utretch the following summer.
      He enjoyed a fine debut season in the Eredivisie last term, scoring twice in 25 appearances and even picking up the league’s player of the month award in November.
      Booth has earned his two USA caps in March this year, helping the national team on their way to CONCACAF Nations League glory.
      But he could be thrust into the consciousness of English football should United take a risk and snap him up this summer.
      The other names being linked as Mount alternatives are Moises Caicedo and Mohammed Kudus.
      Brighton ace Caicedo, 21, has been linked with an exit from the Amex with Chelsea, Arsenal and United all interested.
      But the Seagulls are determined to hold out for a whopping fee for Caicedo, who admitted in 2020 his “dream is to play for Manchester United”.
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      Kudus, meanwhile, could be heading to Brighton from Ajax as Caicedo’s replacement.
      The Ghana star, 22, shone at the World Cup and in the Eredivisie last season – and would be a major addition for Roberto De Zerbi’s side in the Europa League.
      Moises Caicedo is expected to leave Brighton this summerCredit: Getty
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      Arsenal fans convinced Jurrien Timber is making transfer after spotting cryptic detail in Instagram post

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      ARSENAL fans are convinced that Jurrien Timber hinted at a move to the Emirates Stadium in his latest Instagram post.The Gunners have been pushing to sign the 22-year-old this week.
      Arsenal fans are convinced that Timber hinted at a move to the Emirates Stadium by using a song by GunnaCredit: INSTAGRAM @ jurrientimber
      The defender has reportedly agreed personal terms with the GunnersCredit: Getty
      They had a £30million bid turned down by Ajax on Monday, but club officials are set to table an improved offer in the coming days.
      Timber has already agreed personal terms with the Gunners and he is understood to be eager to make the move to North London.
      Arsenal fans are even convinced that he all-but confirmed his future with a cryptic Instagram post.
      The defender uploaded a video of himself with a caption that read: “Living in the moment”.
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      But eagle-eyed Arsenal supporters noticed that the song playing over the clip was by a rapper named ‘Gunna’ – alluding to the club’s nickname the Gunners.
      Many flocked to social media to react, with one person tweeting: “He’s a Gunner.”
      Another added: “The gooner FBI squad on it again with another belter of a discovery.”
      A third wrote: “Yea he is going to be a ‘gunner’.”
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      While another commented: “Arsenal FBI at it!”
      Some fans even took to Timber’s Instagram comments, with one person writing: “You’ll be happy at Arsenal, welcome.”
      Arsenal are expected to sign Timber as part of a £200m spending spree this summer.
      The Gunners are already on the verge of signing Kai Havertz in a £65m transfer from Chelsea.
      West Ham midfielder Declan Rice is another priority transfer target, but Mikel Arteta’s side face competition from Manchester City. More

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      Lyon ‘approach Pulisic over summer transfer’ but talks could see Chelsea outcast end up at another Premier League club

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      LYON have expressed an interest in signing Christian Pulisic from Chelsea, according to reports.The Blues are prepared to bid farewell to several first team stars this summer, including Kai Havertz, Edouard Mendy, Kalidou Koulibaly and Mason Mount.
      Christian Pulisic is being targeted by LyonCredit: Getty
      N’Golo Kante has already left Stamford Bridge to join Saudi Super League club Al-Ittihad in a free transfer.
      And according to French outlet L’Equipe, Pulisic could be one of the next players to move on.
      Lyon are considering a swoop for the winger, but the club’s controlling shareholder Eagle Football Holdings – led by American businessman John Textor – also hold 45 per cent of shares in Crystal Palace, so he could make a move to Selhurst Park.
      Pulisic is said to be a priority target for the Eagles this summer, but Lyon are currently the main club involved in discussions.
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      The 24-year-old reportedly held talks with Lyon officials at the end of last season.
      And he is keen on the prospect of a move away from Stamford Bridge.
      Pulisic joined Chelsea in a £58million transfer from Borussia Dortmund in 2019, but he has gradually fallen down the club’s pecking order.
      He was limited to 30 appearances across all competitions last season.
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      With several players set to leave Chelsea in the next few weeks, the Blues have already started plotting their summer business.
      New boss Mauricio Pochettino has already welcomed Christopher Nkunku into the squad.
      And Villarreal forward Nicolas Jackson is set to follow in a £30m transfer. More

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      Man Utd’s Mason Mount transfer at risk of being HIJACKED as European giants swoop in for Chelsea star at last minute

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      MANCHESTER UNITED’S transfer for Mason Mount is at risk of being HIJACKED, according to reports.The Red Devils have been chasing Mount throughout the summer as he enters the final year of his Chelsea contract.
      Mason Mount’s move to Manchester United could be offCredit: Reuters
      And although the midfielder is keen to leave for Old Trafford – with personal terms said to be agreed – the Blues have rejected all three of United’s offers.
      The latest of those was submitted on Friday and worth £55million.
      But Chelsea want £65m for their academy graduate.
      And now United could spectacularly miss out on Mount – because Bayern Munich are reportedly stepping up their interest.
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      According to The Guardian, Bayern want to pounce on United’s delay in agreeing a fee with the Stamford Bridge club.
      Bayern are managed by Thomas Tuchel, who enjoyed working with Mount at Chelsea as they won the Champions League together.
      It is understood the German would be keen to be reunited with the English midfielder.
      To boost Bayern’s chances, Chelsea may be willing to drop their £65m demands if they sold abroad.
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      However, it remains unclear if Mount would want to make the switch to the Bundesliga – although he would be guaranteed to be challenging for titles and Champions League football at the Allianz Arena.
      Tuchel also wanted Kai Havertz who is heading to Arsenal while Mateo Kovacic looks set to sign for Manchester City for £25m.
      United could even walk away from negotiations altogether as they do not want to pay more than they feel Mount is worth.
      Director of Football John Murtough is said to be fuming with the Blues over their transfer dealings.
      And Erik ten Hag has drafted a four-man shortlist of alternative midfielders – with Brighton ace Moises Caicedo understood to be on there.
      Thomas Tuchel is keen to work with Mount again at Bayern MunichCredit: Getty More

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      Leeds line up loan transfer for Man Utd starlet as Wilfried Gnonto replacement as forward seeks Premier League return

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      LEEDS have expressed an interest in signing Manchester United youngster Amad Diallo on loan, according to reports.The Whites were relegated from the Premier League last month and they are now at risk of losing several first team stars.
      Diallo could join Leeds on loanCredit: Getty
      Wilfried Gnonto is already being lined up for a return to the top level, with Everton considering a permanent transfer.
      And according to The Mirror, Leeds want to sign Diallo as his replacement.
      Although the Whites are yet to announce their new manager, club chiefs want to bring the 20-year-old to Elland Road on loan for the 2023-24 Championship campaign.
      Diallo spent last season on loan at Sunderland, where he became a fan favourite after scoring 14 goals in 42 appearances.
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      He is yet to establish himself as a regular first-team player at Man Utd, so Erik ten Hag will likely sanction another loan deal before the upcoming season starts.
      Leeds are also expected to lose Tyler Adams, Rasmus Kristensen, Crysencio Summerville and Robin Koch this summer.
      Adams is being targeted by Aston Villa, while Everton are keeping tabs on Summerville as well as Gnonto.
      Roma are interested in signing Kristensen on a permanent transfer.
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      And Koch is expected to leave – possibly on a free transfer – with Manchester United understood to be interested.
      The Red Devils reportedly held talks with the defender earlier this month. More

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      Chelsea keeper Kepa makes decision on future amid Saudi transfer raids as Wag Andrea Martinez shares ‘beautiful’ pics

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      KEPA ARRIZABALAGA wants to stay at Chelsea and convince the fans he is their true Blue No1.The Spanish keeper, 28, thinks incoming boss Mauricio Pochettino can help him win over the supporters.
      Kepa Arrizabalaga is keen to stay put at Chelsea and win over the fans for goodCredit: Getty
      Kepa is big pals with Toni Jimenez who will be joining Pochettino as goalkeeper coach.
      The pair have started planning and believe Kepa can improve next season.
      Chelsea are selling fellow keeper Edouard Mendy, 31, to Saudi side Al-Alhi and have been linked with a move for Inter Milan’s Andre Onana.
      But Kepa must prove himself to a fifth manager since a £71.6million move to London five years ago.
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      Jimenez is part of Pochettino’s staff who will officially begin work on July 3.
      Kepa returns a few days later, having been recalled to Spain’s squad — even if he did not play in their Nations League triumph.
      Kepa has two years left on his contract and wants to stay, even though Chelsea’s owners are offloading a raft of players.
      During his time off, though, Kepa is relaxing in the sunshine with his fiancee Andrea Martinez.
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      The glamourous Wag took to Instagram to share snaps of the pair soaking up the rays on holiday.
      The loved-up couple also did a gym session together as the goalkeeper ensures he keeps up his fitness levels during the off-season.
      Fans adored the pics and flooded the comments with support for the engaged duo.
      One said: “Beautiful together.”
      Another wrote: “So sweet.”
      A third added: “Best couple, best goalkeeper.”
      Kepa and Andrea Martinez are enjoying a holiday following the long 2022-23 seasonCredit: Instagram @kepaarrizabalaga
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      Man City ready to hijack Arsenal’s £100m transfer bid for Declan Rice but need big promise from England ace first

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      MANCHESTER CITY reportedly want assurances from Declan Rice that he wants to join them.That is before they launch a £100million offer to hijack the West Ham star’s move to Arsenal.
      Declan Rice is valued at £100million by West HamCredit: Getty
      Man City want to sign him but want assurances that he wants the moveCredit: Rex
      It could leave Arsenal sweating over their transfer plansCredit: AP
      According to the Mirror, West Ham are confident they will receive the £100m valuation for their skipper from one club or the other.
      Arsenal have already seen two bids for Rice pushed back, with their latest offer worth £90m including add-ons.
      City are determined to land Rice, 24, after the departure of Ilkay Gundogan.
      However, if Rice has no genuine interest in joining the Etihad outfit, City will withdraw their interest.
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      Rice has been gearing up for a move to the Emirates for months and is said to prefer a move there.
      Indeed, Bayern Munich withdrew their interest in the England international after this revelation.
      The report adds Arsenal’s financial department are working hard on how to restructure the deal in order to best appease the Hammers’ demands.
      After their stunning Treble success and strong player sales, Man City are said to be armed with a £300million war chest.
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      With stars such as Ilkay Gundogan departing, along with reports linking Bernardo Silva and Aymeric Laporte away from the club, City will be in need of reinforcements.
      They have already lasered in a deal for Mateo Kovacic.
      Meanwhile, Josko Gvardiol has been identified as Laporte’s successor.
      However, it will take a world record fee for a defender to prise him away from RB Leipzig.
      In Arsenal’s case, a deal for Kai Havertz appears to be close, while they have a clear shot at landing Ajax star Jurrien Timber in part of what could be a record-breaking £200m spree for the Gunners. More

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      Kylian Mbappe ‘sets out condition to make Real Madrid transfer NOW after leaving PSG bosses outraged’

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      KYLIAN MBAPPE has set out his condition to sign for Real Madrid this summer.The French forward’s transfer stance is understood to have left Paris Saint-Germain bosses outraged.
      Kylian Mbappe has outlined his condition to join Real Madrid nowCredit: Getty
      Mbappe caused a stir earlier this month by confirming he will not be extending his contract beyond next summer.
      The revelation has left PSG facing the prospect of losing him for free in 2024 if they do not sell him during the current transfer window.
      Real Madrid have been heavily linked with making a move for Mbappe after failing with an approach last year.
      According to Marca, Mbappe has laid out his condition for making the move now.
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      The report claims that he will only accept a move if he does not lose out on any money.
      His remaining 12 months on his PSG deal consists of £51million and a £77million loyalty bonus.
      However, he would miss out on the bonus if he were to be sold this summer.
      Neither Mbappe or his mum and agent Faiza Lamary are willing to lose out on that money.
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      Mbappe had instead planned to sign a pre-contract agreement with Real Madrid in January before joining the club when his contract expires.
      That would allow him to receive both his remaining wages and bonus, as well as a signing on fee from the Spanish giants thought to be worth between £86million and 108million.
      Lamary has already had assurances that Los Blancos will offer the same package as they did a year ago.

      PSG’s asking price has also caused an issue with the deal, with the French champions needing to lower the fee in order to compensate Mbappe for forgoing his loyalty bonus.
      However, according to Marca’s report, PSG still want £170million for the 24-year-old, who has been handed an “ultimatum” by the club.
      Mbappe has been told he will be put up for sale this summer if he does not reconsider his contract stance. More