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      West Ham confirm four stars’ exits including 300-appearance club legend with three games still to go this season

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      WEST HAM have confirmed that four stars will leave the club when their contracts expire this summer.Graham Potter is keen to reshape his struggling squad in his image.Aaron Cresswell is one of four West Ham stars who will leave the club this summerCredit: GettyLukasz Fabianski is also on his way out of the London StadiumCredit: AlamyWest Ham are 17th in the Premier League with just nine wins under their belt.But with three games of the season still to play, the club has now confirmed that four big-name first-team stars will be released this summer.Aaron Cresswell, Lukasz Fabianski, Vladimir Coufal and Danny Ings will leave east London when their deals run out next month.The quartet will continue to feature between now and the end of the campaign.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd their final home game will come on May 18 against Nottingham Forest.Hammers boss Potter paid tribute to all four players, saying: “Aaron, Lukasz, Vladimir and Danny have been a pleasure to work with in my time here so far.”All brilliant professionals on and off the pitch, with fantastic experience in the Premier League, and clearly loved and admired by their team-mates and everyone here at the Club.“We still have three important matches to play this season, and I know that their focus will be 100% on helping the team in any way they can in those games.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS”But we felt it was important to confirm this news now, out of respect for them and the service they have given to the Club, and to allow our supporters to show their appreciation at our final home match of the season.”Cresswell is the longest-serving player to go, with the 35-year-old defender making 365 appearances and scoring 11 goals for the Hammers.Moment Graham Potter ‘loses entire West Ham fanbase in 20 seconds’ with shocking Tottenham comments_1Vladimir Coufal leaves after a five-year spellCredit: GettyDanny Ings managed just five goals during his time at the HammersCredit: GettyHe joined in 2014 on a £4million deal from Ipswich Town and made eight appearances during their victorious Europa League campaign in 2022/23.Cresswell was also capped three times by England between 2016 and 2017.And he was crowned Hammer of the Year and Players’ Player of the Year in 2015.As for goalkeeper Fabianski, the 40-year-old joined West Ham in 2018 from Swansea for £7m.He’s since played 215 times in all competitions and previously won the FA Cup with Arsenal in 2014.Defender Coufal, 32, signed for the Hammers in 2020 for £5.5m from Slavia Prague and has featured 173 times.He lost his spot in the side to Aaron Wan-Bissaka this season and has appeared just 15 times in the league.Read More on The SunFinally, striker Ings is on the move two-and-a-half years after a £15m switch from Aston Villa.His time at the London Stadium has been blighted by injury though, with Ings scoring just five goals in 69 matches. More

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      Everton ‘exploring deal to bring Richarlison back in sensational transfer’ after star flopped at Tottenham

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      EVERTON are exploring a sensational deal to re-sign Richarlison from Tottenham, according to reports.The Brazilian striker left the Toffees in 2022 in a £60million deal to join Spurs.Richarlison could be on his way out of Tottenham this summerCredit: AlamyEverton are reportedly keen on re-signing the strikerCredit: GettyRicharlison, 27, has struggled to recapture the form he showed in Merseyside since moving to North London.The 48-cap international has only managed to score 20 times for Spurs in 86 appearances in all competitions.This season has been majorly disrupted by injury as he has missed over 30 matches.He could now be set for a sensational move back to Everton.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSky Sports have claimed that the Toffees are interested in a deal that would see him return to the club.The report adds that manager David Moyes is a “long-term admirer” of the forward.It is also suggested that a striker is a priority for Everton this summer, ahead of their move to the Everton Stadium in Bramley-Moore Dock.Due to Richarlison’s injury woes, Sky have also claimed that Everton could be concerned.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThis means that the club could look to a loan deal with an obligation to buy triggered when he plays a certain number of games.Richarlison initially moved to Goodison Park in 2018 in a potential £50m transfer from Watford.Tottenham in Europa League chaos as cheeky Bodo/Glimt fans set off fireworks outside hotel at 2.30amHe scored 53 goals in 152 matches for the club and played a key role in keeping them in the Premier League before his exit.Meanwhile, Everton are set for a busy summer transfer window with 15 players out of contract, including stars like Ashley Young, Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Abdoulaye Doucoure.Everton’s stars exodusHere are all the players that could leave Everton this summer upon the expiry of their deals…Dominic Calvert-LewinAbdoulaye DoucoureOrel Mangala (loan expiry)Michael Keane Idrissa GueyeJoao VirginiaJesper Lindstrom (loan expiry)Ashley Young Seamus ColemanAsmir BegovicJack Harrison (loan expiry)Carlos Alcaraz (loan expiry)Armando Broja (loan expiry) More

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      Arsenal set to splash £150m in summer transfer overhaul with Isak and Ekitike targeted and SEVEN stars facing exit

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      ARSENAL are set for a huge squad overhaul this summer with a £150MILLION splurge – as SEVEN stars are set to be shown the exit.The Gunners have endured yet another trophyless season after their Champions League exit at the hands of Paris Saint-Germain and the club recognise the need for several world class players.Arsenal’s Champions League exit to PSG leaves them with nothing to show for their seasonCredit: ShutterstockArsenal need a new No9 and Alexander Isak is a top targetCredit: GettyHugo Ekitike is also expected to land a big-money move this summerCredit: GettyThe club are now preparing for a ruthlessly busy transfer window that could change their fortunes for next season.Arsenal are comfortable spending big on major talent, forking out just over £200m in the summer of 2023 for Declan Rice [£105m], Kai Havertz [£65m] and Jurrien Timber [£35m] – but what about this summer?Transfer targets New sporting director Andrea Berta’s main focus is on finding an elite No9 to take the North Londoners to the next level.Newcastle’s Alexander Isak, 25, is top of Arteta’s wishlist, unsurprising given their faltering firepower is one of the team’s biggest weaknesses.READ MORE ON ARSENALThe Swede has 23 league goals this season and will not be let go easily, as the Carabao Cup winners hold out for £150million.SunSport revealed that Eintracht Frankfurt star Hugo Ekitike, 22, is being targeted as a cheaper, £60m, alternative.Other targets include long-desired RB Leipzig’s Sesko, 21, and Sporting’s Gyokeres, 26, with over 50 goals between them.Athletic Bilbao’s Nico Williams is another attacking target but as with the previous names, could prove financially difficult due to his large wages.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSNico Williams is another Arsenal attacking targetCredit: RexArsenal have already struck a deal to sign Martin ZubimendiCredit: GettyFinal midfield strengthening will depend on how talks develop with Thomas Partey but there is already an agreement to splash out £51m on Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi, 26, with that deal expected to be confirmed in the coming weeks. Finally, well-admired Bournemouth’s Dean Huijsen is being explored as an option with Borussia Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens and Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia linked to the club as well. ‘Upset’ Mikel Arteta claims there ‘hasn’t been a better team’ than Arsenal in the Champions League in blunt interviewOutgoingsIn order to make space for the Gunners’ hopeful incomings, some fringe players may face the chop. Oleksandr Zinchenko, Kieran Tierney and Gabriel Jesus are among those potentially being shown the door but the Brazilian forward’s knee injury has delayed the discussion of offers.Defender Nuno Tavares, midfielders Fabio Viera and Albert Lokonga could also leave alongside Sterling who will return to Stamford Bridge at the end of his loan.Gabriel Jesus is set to leave this summer with Thomas Partey’s future uncertainCredit: GettyOleksandr Zinchenko and Kieran Tierney are both expected to be offloadedCredit: GettyNew contracts Good news for Arsenal fans, the club are attempting to secure a new contract with beloved star Bukayo Saka.Reports have said that talks are positive, with a shiny new deal looming that could make the 23-year-old one of the best-paid players in the league.There are also plans to hand out new contracts to stars like William Saliba and Gabriel – with their current deals expiring in the summer of 2027.Fellow Hale End graduates Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri, both 18, will also likely be offered improved contracts.Join SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The Emirates More

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      Kevin De Bruyne ‘receives shock offer from LIVERPOOL with Napoli also keen on Man City star in free transfer’

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      KEVIN DE BRUYNE has been given a shock offer to stay in the Premier League by Liverpool, reports suggest.The Belgian is out of contract with Manchester City at the end of this season.Kevin De Bruyne has received a shock offer from LiverpoolCredit: RexDe Bruyne is understood to want to continue his career in Europe rather than move to the US or Saudi Arabia.A number of top clubs would love to add the 33-year-old to their ranks.According to Gianluca Di Marzio, chief among these admirers are Napoli.However, he has also been offered the chance to stay in England after receiving an offer from Liverpool.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDe Bruyne’s prime years with City were spent vying for the title against the Reds. Pep Guardiola’s side were able to come out on top more often than not, with De Bruyne winning six titles overall while Liverpool came away with one.But in a shock twist he could now be in line to head to the reigning Premier League champions to bolster Arne Slot’s midfield options.Liverpool are set to splash the cash on several signings this summer and they reportedly are ready to back their manager with the club’s biggest ever budget.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSDe Bruyne has also reportedly been the subject of internal transfer talks by Aston Villa.Having joined the Etihad outfit in 2015, he has gone on to make 418 appearances and score 108 goals with 177 assists.Roy Keane cracks joke live on Sky Sports as he tells De Bruyne to join Man Utd More

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      Former Premier League star, 32, rips up Peterborough contract for ‘personal reasons’

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      A FORMER Premier League player has had his contract ripped up in League One.Peterborough United announced their retained list and the ex-Aston Villa ace was not included.Jed Steer has had his Peterborough contract ripped upSteer wanted to leave Peterborough for ‘personal reasons’Jed Steer joined Peterborough last year in January after completing a 10-year stint at Villa.Steer, 32, linked up with Posh on a short-term deal but put pen to paper on a new two-year contract last summer.Nevertheless, the goalkeeper asked the club to “cancel” his contract so that he can leave.The club confirmed the ex-England youth international wanted to depart for “personal reasons”.Read More on FootballPeterborough announced: “Goalkeeper Jed Steer has requested that the final year of his contract be cancelled due to personal reasons.”Steer played 28 times with Peterborough this season before his decision to leave.He saved two penalties against Wrexham to help Posh reach this season’s EFL Trophy final at Wembley and helped them beat Birmingham City in the final to make it back-to-back wins.Steer’s career started in 2009 with Norwich, where he also spent six years in the academy.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHowever, the keeper only managed two senior appearances with the Canaries.And that led to two different loan stints for the shot-stopper to Yeovil Town and Cambridge United.And thus he moved to Villa in 2013, but was also loaned out five times.Steer played for Doncaster Rovers, Yeovil, Huddersfield, Charlton and Luton.The goalie managed a total of 36 appearances during his decade-long spell at Villa Park. More

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      Man Utd ‘add Moise Kean to striker shortlist as they consider shock transfer for ex-Everton star’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are keeping tabs on Fiorentina star Moise Kean ahead of the summer transfer window.Kean, 25, has been enjoying a total transformation with the Viola as he has regained his former goalscoring prowess with 17 goals and three assists in 30 Serie A appearances after his arrival last summer.Manchester United are keeping tabs on Fiorentina star Moise KeanAnd the striker’s rejuvenation has turned a lot of heads around the continent, with United included in the list of suitors for his signature.According to Foot Mercato, Man Utd have added the Italy international in their transfer shortlist amid their ongoing search for a new centre-forward.The Red Devils’ list also includes Sporting Lisbon’s Viktor Gyokeres, Ipswich Town’s Liam Delap and Napoli’s Victor Osimhen, who is currently out on loan at Galatasaray.Kean, though, appears as a more affordable option as he carries a £42.5million release clause in his Fiorentina contract.Read More on Man UtdThat is significantly less than the sum the Manchester giants would have to splash for an elite striker to take them to the next level.However, that bargain asking price will only be valid from July 1 to 15 of this summer.And United are facing a potential bidding war with Bayern Munich, who have been monitoring developments all season and are guaranteed a place in next season’s Champions League.Man Utd, on the other hand, will have to win the Europa League to play in Europe’s elite competition next term.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordKean has come a long way from his Everton days where he only scored a mere four goals in 39 matches during a forgettable four-year stint following his move from Juventus in 2019.The Italian was loaned out to Paris Saint-Germain and former club Juve where he made a permanent return in 2023, which only lasted a year.Moise Kean shows off his super skill with training at PSGNevertheless, Gyokeres appears to pose as United’s priority this summer.However, Ruben Amorim’s side face immense competition from Arsenal who are also desperate for an elite striker.The Sweden international has amassed a staggering total of 52 goals and 12 assists in 49 appearances.Delap, on the other hand, is set to be subject of another bidding war with plenty of Premier League teams keeping tabs.The same goes for Osimhen whose Napoli future is uncertain but is surely set to attract immense interest from Europe’s biggest hitters.Sporting Lisbon star Viktor Gyokeres poses as a priority for Man UtdNapoli star Victor Osimhen, who’s on loan at Galatasaray, is also on Man Utd’s shortlistMan Utd are also keeping tabs on on Ipswich Town star Liam Delap More

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      Former Chelsea wonderkid who spent 10 years with Blues wakes up unemployed as he’s released with ‘next Steven Gerrard’

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      SHREWSBURY TOWN have released former Chelsea wonderkid Jamal Blackman and ex-Liverpool prospect Jordan Rossiter.Shrewsbury revealed their retained list ahead of the coming League One season and neither of the two made the cut.Shrewsbury Town have released ex-Chelsea wonderkid Jamal BlackmanShrewsbury also let go of former Liverpool prospect Jordan RossiterBlackman, 31, joined the Shrews in 2024 from Burton Albion amid an ongoing nomadic career.The goalkeeper amassed a mere total of 27 appearances since his arrival to the EFL outfit.Rossiter, 28, moved to New Meadow on the same year as the former Chelsea ace. The midfielder, who was sent out on loan to Oldham Athletic this season, registered only 17 appearances for Shrewsbury.Read More on FootballBlackman was tipped by many to become Chelsea’s next No1 after impressing within the youth ranks.The keeper was with the Blues’ seniors for almost 10 years after an impressive six-year spell with the reserves until he was called up in 2012.But the ex-England Under-19 international never played for the first team and was released in 2021 after several loan stints with Middlesbrough, Ostersund, Wycombe Wanderers, Sheffield United, Leeds, Vitesse, Bristol Rovers and Rotherham.Blackman now finds himself as a free agent after some unremarkable spells with Los Angeles FC, Huddersfield, Exeter City and of course Burton, which took place before his move to Shrewsbury.Most read in FootballRossiter poses as perhaps an even greater shock than the former Chelsea shot-stopper.The former England Under-19 international enjoyed an impressive 11-year stint with Liverpool’s reserves, where he even donned the captain’s armband, until he was called up to the seniors in 2014. The defensive midfielder stood out so much in the youth ranks that the Reds’ legend Robbie Fowler tipped him to become the next Steven Gerrard back in 2013.Fowler said 12 years ago: “Jordan Rossiter. Big shout, but potentially a young Stevie G. He’s a very good player.”But the England legend’s prediction never materialised as Rossiter only managed a total of five appearances with Liverpool’s first team during a hapless two-year stint that was marred by injury.That led to a move to Rangers in 2016, where he played under Gerrard for two years, before also competing for the likes of Bury, Fleetwood Town and Bristol Rovers.He never lived up to the Gerrard tag, but he insists that wasn’t the reason behind his unfortunate fall from grace.Rossiter said back in 2020 when asked if all that hype added pressure: “No, I never saw it like that. For legends of the club to say positive things about me was great to hear. Read More on The Sun”It showed that they rated me highly but I never felt under any extra pressure or anything like.”I never got carried away by it either. I was just thinking, ‘Next Steven Gerrard? If I have 10 per cent of the career Steven Gerrard has had then I will have had a great career’.”Blackman was expected to become Chelsea’s next No1Rossiter was tipped to become the next Steven Gerrard More

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      Real Madrid open transfer negotiations to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold in £1m deal… but Liverpool set to play hardball

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      REAL MADRID officially began negotiations with Liverpool to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold in time for the Club World Cup.On Monday, the England defender confirmed he will be leaving his boyhood club at the end of the season and is set to sign a five-year deal with Real.Trent Alexander-Arnold has confirmed he will leave LiverpoolCredit: RexHe is expected to join Real MadridCredit: PAThe Spaniards are keen for TAA to play at next month’s Club World Cup, although they could be forced to pay a fee of more than £1million.Liverpool will shell out for his £180,000-a-week wages as his deal does not expire until June 30.Real’s first game in the US is against Saudi side Al-Hilal on June 18.They could register their new man between June 1 and 10 or between June 27 and July 3 for the knockout stage.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAlthough Real have been hoping to secure TAA for around £1m, Liverpool could play hardball and ask for a further £500,000.Alexander-Arnold, 26, has three games left as a Liverpool player — with his Anfield farewell coming against Crystal Palace on the final day of the season.He could also make appearances for the club against Arsenal on Sunday before travelling to Brighton.But he might not get the warmest reception from Liverpool fans during his farewell tour.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSMany supporters have been left angry with the defender’s decision to leave the club.Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has insisted that the anger towards his exit is “justified”.Trent Alexander-Arnold announces he is leaving Liverpool after 20 years in emotional video LiverpoolIn his Telegraph column, Carragher wrote: “Liverpool are in the business of winning more Premier League and Champions League titles.”Anything which undermines that is a threat.”You may not agree, or believe that competitive attitude to the loss of a star player is justified, but it is what makes Liverpool the successful club it is, and it is no different than what you would expect at Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Barcelona or Manchester United.”By leaving Liverpool, Alexander-Arnold is making it harder for his own club to win its 21st league title and seventh European Cup.”That is bound to stir emotions.”Some of the negative reactions have seen Alexander-Arnold get “banned” from Curry’s and Popworld.Trent Alexander-Arnold’s Liverpool exit interviewTRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD spoke to Liverpool’s in-house club media to explain his decision to leave Anfield.Here are the key parts…I think first and foremost, I want to say it’s not an easy decision and there’s a lot of thought and feeling that has gone into it. I’ve been here 20 years now, loved every single minute of it, achieved all my dreams, achieved everything I’ve ever wanted to here. Giving everything day in, day out for 20 years, I’ve got to a point now where I feel like I need a change, a new challenge for me as a player and as a person. And I think now is the right time for me to do that.Obviously there’s been a lot of noise around what the decision was going to be and how that was going to look. I know a lot of people will say I should have said sooner, a lot of people will say maybe I waited for the right time. But I felt personally the focus should always be on the pitch.I’ve got full confidence in the manager and the staff and the club going forward. It’s not about me thinking we’re not going to fight for titles or fight for trophies season in, season out… it was never about not having confidence in that, it just boiled down to what I felt I needed, and that is a change.Growing up, seeing players leave that I’ve loved watching and have helped the team win trophies, you feel a connection to the players that you watch, especially when they bring success to the club as well. So, I completely understand the feelings that go with that and I’ve felt it myself so I completely understand that the news will disappoint a lot of people, will anger people, it will make them upset. Obviously that went into the decision as well – it’s something you don’t want to do, you don’t want to ever have these moments where you feel like you’re letting a lot of people down, you’re disappointing a lot of people. But I’ve had to make a decision for me, it’s as simple as that. It’s a difficult one, it’s one that has played on my mind for a long time but being able now to get it off my chest will feel like a weight is lifted. And I think it’s important for the fans to know where I stand and know what the truth is.I fell in love with the club from a very, very young age and that’s something that has grown and grown day in, day out. This club has given me the opportunities to achieve everything beyond my wildest dreams. I can never repay enough of what’s been given to me and I don’t take it for granted at all. I’ve given everything every single day for 20 years now. I’ve sacrificed everything. I know the news will take a bit of time to set in and people won’t be happy and they’ll be disappointed. At the end of the day, you can be angry and hurt at me but I just hope that the lads, the rest of the team, the staff, everyone else is able to feel how good a season this has been and able to feel the love and support from the fans as they have done all season.There’s no doubt about it, I’ll be back – I’d love one day to be able to bring my kids to Anfield and show them that that’s where I’ve played and show them the videos and highlights of what we were able to achieve together. So just a huge thank you for that, thank you for everything you’ve ever done for me. Thank you for the support, thank you for the love that I’ve always felt, thank you for always having my back. I will always love the club, I will always love the people of the club, I will always love the fans and the supporters. Even though I’m leaving as player, as a fan I’ll always be a Liverpool fan. More