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      Liverpool ‘make France star top summer transfer target’, but Man Utd could have final say

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      LIVERPOOL have made a France star their top transfer target, but Manchester United could have the final say on the deal.Jurgen Klopp is looking to further bolster his squad following the signing of Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton & Hove Albion.
      Khephren Thuram is Liverpool’s top transfer targetCredit: Getty
      Midfield remains a priority for the Liverpool boss, with the Reds linked with several players across Europe.
      One such player is Nice star Khephren Thuram, who made 48 appearances for the club last season.
      L’Equipe reports that he has now been made Liverpool’s priority target in the transfer window.
      Talks have been ongoing over a potential move for several weeks, with Thuram said to be open to a move.
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      However, United could still have a say on any deal, depending on the outcome of the race to buy the club.
      Sir Jim Ratcliffe is one of the candidates to complete a takeover of the Red Devils after submitting a bid for the club.
      Ratcliffe already owns Nice and could decide not to sell to one of United’s rivals if he successfully purchases the Premier League giants.
      Klopp’s desire to bolster his midfield comes after a trio of players in the position departed the club.
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      James Milner, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Naby Keita have all left Anfield following the end of their contracts, leaving a hole in the squad.
      Another potential target to emerge for Liverpool is Romeo Lavia, although Chelsea are also in for the Southampton starlet. More

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      Man Utd offered Benfica star Goncalo Ramos as cheaper Harry Kane alternative to solve striker dilemma

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are being offered the chance to land £80million-rated Benfica forward Goncalo Ramos.SunSport also understands that Portuguese super-agent Jorge Mendes is hopeful Tottenham can create a bidding war – should Harry Kane depart this summer.
      Manchester United are targeting Goncalo Ramos as an alternative to Harry KaneCredit: Getty
      Manchester United are struggling to sign Tottenham star Kane in the summerCredit: Getty
      United boss Erik ten Hag is on the lookout for more firepower next season to give Marcus Rashford – who scored a total of 30 goals last year – some competition.
      The Red Devil’s chances of landing Kane, 30, from Spurs are dead in the water, with chairman Daniel Levy unwilling to do business for less than £100m.
      A client of Mendes, 21-year-old Ramos could fit the bill at Old Trafford instead, having netted 25 times for club and country this term.
      Ramos also made his name at the Qatar World Cup for Portugal, bagging a hat-trick against Switzerland in the Last 16 having replaced Cristiano Ronaldo in the starting line-up.
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      However, Benfica will not accept anything less than £80m – following on from selling Darwin Nunez to Liverpool last summer for £85m.
      Mendes is working hard to get his player a Premier League switch, with United the priority, but the likes of Newcastle, West Ham, Aston Villa and Tottenham have also been approached.
      Spurs could be in the market for a striker should Kane depart, yet this appears unlikely right now – with Real Madrid the only potential destination.
      Real’s £115m splash-out on England starlet Jude Bellingham will limit their spending power for the rest of this window, thus being priced out of a move for the England captain.
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      New Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou will be desperate for Kane to stay and continue his successful partnership with Son Heung-min, with Richarlison also in the ranks up top.
      The star striker amassed a total of 32 goals and five assists in 49 appearances last season.
      If the forward doesn’t pen a new contract and stays put at Tottenham then he will be free to sign with an overseas club for free in January. More

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      Arsenal ‘leapfrog Man Utd and Newcastle in transfer chase of Bundesliga star and could hijack deal’

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      ARSENAL are leading Manchester United and Newcastle in the race to sign Bayer Leverkusen winger Moussa Diaby, according to reports.The Gunners were pipped to the Premier League title by Manchester City this season, despite topping the table for 248 days.
      Arsenal are in ‘pole position’ to sign DiabyCredit: Getty
      Mikel Arteta is now eager to strengthen his squad in a bid to compete for the trophy once again next campaign.
      And according to French outlet L’Equipe, Diaby has emerged as a top target.
      Arsenal have recently moved themselves into pole position to sign the winger, who is also being monitored by Newcastle and Man Utd.
      Paris Saint-Germain are also understood to be interested.
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      Bayer Leverkusen reportedly want around £65million for Diaby.
      However, the Gunners could attempt to negotiate a cheaper deal, with Granit Xhaka already set to join the Bundesliga side this summer.
      Arsenal are currently prioritising a move for West Ham midfielder Declan Rice.
      The North London side submitted a bid worth £90m on Thursday morning, but it was immediately rejected.
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      They are now set to go back with another offer worth £100m.
      Rice is understood to be eager to move to the Emirates Stadium, with personal terms already agreed.
      Arsenal are also interested in signing Kai Havertz this summer.
      Chelsea are demanding around £70m for the Germany international, but they could be willing to lower that price tag if a suitable offer is made.
      Havertz is reportedly keen on the prospect of a move across London. More

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      Arsenal fans say ‘we’re winning the league’ as they close in on THREE major transfers after leapfrogging Newcastle

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      ARSENAL fans have claimed “we’re winning the league” as they close in on three major signings after leapfrogging Newcastle United.The Gunners are yet to make their first signing of the summer but are reportedly edging closer to completing multiple transfers.
      Arsenal have leapfrogged Newcastle United in the race to sign Moussa DiabyCredit: Reuters
      French winger Moussa Diaby is the latest target to emerge as a potential signing.
      L’Equipe report that Arsenal have moved ahead of Newcastle in the race to sign the Bayer Leverkusen star.
      Diaby is said to have changed his mind to now prefer a move to Arsenal in recent weeks, with the club now in pole position for his signature.
      Newcastle have been targeting Diaby for the last 18 months and remain interested, although they have never been the player’s priority.
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      RMC Sport add that Arsenal made an offer for the 23-year-old on the final day of the 2022 summer window.
      Diaby has two years remaining on his deal in Germany and scored 14 goals in 48 matches last term.
      The news of Arsenal’s pursuit of the France international comes as Mikel Arteta’s side close in on two other signings.
      Chelsea forward Kai Havertz is understood to be “very close” to moving across London to the Emirates Stadium.
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      Meanwhile, Arsenal are continuing to chase a deal for Declan Rice, with a second bid worth £100million reportedly prepared.
      Personal terms are understood to not be an issue for the West Ham United captain, who Arsenal have already had one bid rejected for.
      Arsenal fans have been left licking their lips at the prospect of a trio of new arrivals in the coming days and have reacted on social media.

      One excited supporter tweeted: “Rice, Havertz and Diaby. We are winning the league next season.”
      Another wrote: “This is what I want to see.”
      A third fan commented: “Now Arsenal is talking.” One more added: “Best news!” More

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      Man Utd release SEVEN stars including former Premier League champion and wonderkid who ‘had Kylian Mbappe in his pocket’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have released seven players including Phil Jones and Axel Tuanzebe.Mason Greenwood has been retained despite still being suspended.
      Manchester United have released Phil JonesCredit: Reuters
      Axel Tuanzebe leaves the club he joined aged 8Credit: Getty
      David de Gea is in talks over a new dealCredit: Getty
      The club is still in talks with goalkeeper David De Gea with his contract set to expire at the end of the month.
      The Spaniard is reportedly close to agreeing new terms on a one-year extension.
      Meanwhile United have triggered contract extensions for Tom Heaton, Ethan Laird, Rhys Bennett and Nathan Bishop.
      Tom Huddlestone is also expected to stay with the Under-21s player-coach still in discussions over a new deal.
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      Five other players have been released including Di’Shon Bernard and Ethan Galbraith, who spent the season on loan at Salford.
      Academy trio Eric Hanbury, Charlie Wellens and Manni Norkett have also been let go with the Red Devils promising to help them find new clubs.

      A club statement read: “The Academy is proud of all our departing young players and their achievements while at the club.
      “They will all be supported in securing professional contracts at new clubs, provided with a bespoke aftercare programme, and will always have a lifelong association with Manchester United.”
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      Jones departs Old Trafford after 12 years and 229 appearances for the club.
      While academy graduate Tuanzebe, who joined aged eight, is also on the lookout for a new challenge.
      The defender has had several loan spells but failed to establish himself in the United first-team despite a stunning display against PSG in 2020 when he kept Kylian Mbappe quiet. More

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      Arsenal ‘reveal staggering valuation of Folarin Balogun as Champions League finalists Inter Milan enter transfer race’

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      ARSENAL have reportedly revealed their staggering valuation of Folarin Balogun after Inter Milan entered the race to sign him.Balogun is expected to leave the Gunners in search of first-team football this summer.
      Arsenal have revealed their valuation of Folarin BalogunCredit: Getty
      Following a breakthrough season on loan at Stade Reims in Ligue 1, interest is thought to be high in the 21-year-old.
      Balogun scored 22 goals in 39 appearances in France and finished fifth in the league’s scoring charts.
      His form for Reims has caught the eye of several European clubs, with reports in Italy claiming Inter are interested in the forward.
      According to Gazzetta Italia, talks have taken place between the club’s sporting director Piero Ausilio, agents and Arsenal staff.
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      Further discussions have also been scheduled before Ausilio returns to Italy as the Champions League finalists pursue a deal.
      Inter are keen to sign a striker this summer, with Edin Dzeko set to leave for Fenerbahce and Romelu Lukaku’s loan coming to an end.
      However, the report adds that Inter are eyeing a loan move for Balogun, despite Arsenal instead looking to sell him.
      Arsenal are keen to boost their transfer budget with the sale of Balogun, who they value at a whopping £40million.
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      With two years left on his Arsenal deal, Balogun is after first-team football next season and would not be first choice up front under Mikel Arteta.
      Inter’s interest in Balogun comes after he made his senior international debut for the USA on Thursday.
      Having switched allegiances from England last month, Balogun started the USA’s 3-0 CONCACAF Nations League win over Mexico.
      Inter Milan have entered the race to sign Folarin Balogun this summerCredit: AFP More

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      Adrien Rabiot ‘is keen on Premier League transfer but Man Utd are taking too long with three other clubs interested’

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      ADRIEN RABIOT is keen on a Premier League transfer but “Manchester United are taking too long” over their approach.And, according to reports in France, three other English clubs could beat the Red Devils to the French midfielder.
      Adrien Rabiot is keen on a move to the Premier LeagueCredit: Getty
      Rabiot is out of contract at Juventus at the end of this month and is attracting strong interest across Europe.
      The 28-year-old enjoyed a strong 2022/23 season in Italy, scoring 11 goals and providing eight assists in 48 appearances.
      Top scorer Dusan Vlahovic was the only player to notch more goals for the Old Lady during the campaign.
      Rabiot’s form could earn him a Premier League move this summer, with clubs circling to sign him on a free.
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      L’Equipe report that Rabiot is keen to move to England as four clubs eye the France international.
      United are said to be the frontrunners, but are taking their time over making an approach.
      Liverpool, Chelsea and Tottenham are also interested, although Rabiot is understood to prefer to join a team in the Champions League.
      The report adds that Juventus have offered him a new deal and he could still stay in Turin for another year before heading to England.
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      Rabiot came close to a move to the Premier League last summer, with United agreeing a £15million deal with Juventus.
      However, the Red Devils pulled the plug on the transfer due to his mother’s wage demands, signing Casemiro instead. More

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      West Ham chasing former Arsenal wonderkid with David Moyes sending scouts to monitor centre-half

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      WEST HAM are keeping tabs on Sunderland’s Northern Ireland defender Daniel Ballard.The centre back was watched by Hammers’ Head of Recruitment Rob Newman at the most recent international in March – a 1-0 home defeat by Finland.
      Sunderland defender Daniel Ballard has won 15 caps with Northern Ireland and is on the radar of West HamCredit: Pacemaker
      David Moyes has an eye on Ballard as he looks for bargainsCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Former Arsenal trainee Ballard, 23, is currently out of action with a hamstring injury.
      But West Ham boss David Moyes is watching developments as he plans for next season.
      Sunderland reached the Championship Play-Off semi finals last season before losing to eventual winners Luton.
      Ballard has admitted he was a late developer.
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      But he’s reaped the rewards from three loan spells before switching to the Black Cats in June 2022.
      However, his first temporary spell was a nightmarre.
      He lasted just three games with Swindon in 2019 as a serious knee injury left him needing five months to recover.
      But Ballard then helped Blackpool win promotion from League One and shone in Millwall’s surprise challenge for a Championship play-off spot in 2021-22.
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      Now he’s just done the same with Sunderland.
      And he told Sunsport last year how he’s grafted to completely overturn what he saw as flaws in his game.
      Ballard said: “Naturally I like hard work. That comes easier to me than some people and that’s perhaps because football has never been easy for me, it’s always been tough.
      “So I’ve had to work hard otherwise I’d not be in the position I am today.
      “I was a late developer. Even at 18, I still wasn’t a centre-back because I wasn’t tall enough. I was one of the slowest, couldn’t move my legs and I wasn’t a technically gifted player.
      “Yet I’ve always been naturally good at defending but compared to the other lads with the ball I was always below the curve whereas now my body is stronger, I feel comfortable on the ball and all that work at Arsenal has worked out better in the long run.”
      Stevenage-born Ballard had three loan spells while with first club Arsenal until joining Sunderland permanently in June 2022Credit: Getty

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