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      Newcastle line up £30m Champions League star as Eddie Howe acts quickly after missing out on Szoboszlai transfer

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      NEWCASTLE are chasing Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder Jesper Lindstrom.The Danish international, 23, is valued at around £30million, making him a much cheaper alternative to previous targets James Maddison and Dominik Szoboszlai.
      Newcastle are chasing Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder Jesper LindstromCredit: Getty
      Lindstrom scored seven goals in the Bundesliga last season and is also wanted by AC Milan and RB Leipzig, who had a £21.5million offer rejected.
      Magpies manager Eddie Howe wants another creative player on top of £55m incoming midfielder Sandro Tonali from AC Milan.
      Lindstrom started his career at boyhood Brondby, making 65 appearances before joining Frankfurt in 2021, winning the Europa League and Rookie of the Season in his first campaign.
      And the youngster has 10 Denmark caps, making three appearances at the 2022 World Cup.
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      Newcastle hope to wrap up a deal for for Tonali later this week.
      Tonali is currently with Italy U21s in Romania, with Newcastle medical staff jetting out last week to complete the deal.
      Manchester United cult hero Ibrahimovic played alongside Tonali at the San Siro for the last three years.
      They won the Serie A title in 2021-22 and reached the Champions League semis last season.
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      And the Swede, 41, said: “Is he ready for the Premier League? Yes, I think so. Sure, it depends on him.
      “I made him understand the right mentality he must have in order to win, and he won.
      “He grew up a lot with Milan, he has a great responsibility and still has to grow, but in England he will do it, and he will do it well.”
      Newcastle hope to wrap up a deal for for Sandro TonaliCredit: EPA More

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      Kylian Mbappe brushes off transfer rumours as he plays giant Jenga on a beach with bikini-clad woman during his holidays

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      KYLIAN MBAPPE brushed off any transfer rumours as he played giant Jenga on a beach with bikini-clad woman on holiday. The French superstar was seen enjoying himself on a beach in Miami as his playing future remains up in the air.
      Kylian Mbappe brushed off any transfer rumours as he played giant Jenga on a beachCredit: The Mega Agency
      The French superstar was seen enjoying himself on a beach in MiamiCredit: The Mega Agency
      He was joined by bikini-clad womanCredit: The Mega Agency
      Kylian Mbappe is linked with a move away from PSGCredit: Getty
      Mbappe tried his hand at Jenga and was joined by two woman, one in a black bikini and the other wearing yellow.
      PSG are ready to start a summer auction for Mbappe who will not extend his deal that expires next summer.
      Mbappe’s heart is set on a move to Real Madrid but the Spaniard’s lack of action leaves the door open for Premier League clubs to pounce.
      However, any suitor will have to stump up a staggering £250MILLION-plus to land Mbappe.
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      PSG will not allow the 24-year-old to run down his contract, which has now entered its final 12 months.
      Mbappe angered the PSG hierarchy when he stated he would not sign the offered contract extension.
      But he did want to see out his current deal and pick up a loyalty bonus worth £77m before leaving for nothing next summer.
      So PSG have made it clear to Mbappe that they will attempt to sell him this summer unless he signs the new deal.
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      So far, despite three years of flirting with Mbappe, Real have not made a move.
      That has only further escalated the private conflict between PSG President Nasser Al-Khelaifi and Bernabeu boss Florentino Perez.
      Manchester United, Liverpool and even Arsenal are among the Prem sides to have been linked with an audacious move for Mbappe.
      Kylian Mbappe has not signed a new PSG contractCredit: The Mega Agency More

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      Erik Ten Hag ‘pushing Man Utd to HIJACK Arsenal’s transfer for £85m Real Madrid star Aurelian Tchouameni’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly trying to hijack Arsenal’s £85million move for Real Madrid’s Aurelien Tchouameni.The Gunners are closing in on the signing of Declan Rice after agreeing a £105million transfer fee with West Ham.
      Man Utd are allegedly trying to hijack Arsenal’s move for Aurelien TchouameniCredit: Getty
      Mikel Arteta also had cause for celebration after completing the signing of Kai Havertz in a £65m deal from Chelsea.
      Arsenal have also reportedly agreed a fee of £40m, including £4m in add-ons, for Ajax defender Jurrien Timber.
      However, we reported earlier this week how Arteta had added Madrid star Tchouameni to his transfer shortlist.
      The Spanish giants signed the 23-year-old French midfielder for £85m from Monaco last season, beating the likes of United and Liverpool to his signature.
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      But Tchouameni failed to stamp his authority on Carlo Ancelotti’s team last season and is believed to be available for the right price this summer.
      Now Nacional have claimed that United have entered the chase to try and sign him again.
      They state that boss Erik ten Hag “is pressing” the club to seal a deal for the ace.
      However, the Dutchman is working on limited resources.
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      United hope to wrap-up the arrival of Mason Mount from Chelsea this week after the two clubs agreed a £60m fee.
      But that move means the Dutchman will have blown over half of his limited £100m transfer budget, enforced through FFP regulations, as he still searches for a new striker and goalie.
      Long-term No.1 David De Gea woke up on his wedding day yesterday UNEMPLOYED after his contract expired at Old Trafford.
      He was offered the chance to stay at Old Trafford on massively reduced terms.
      However, reports suggested that that £200k-a-week offer was later rescinded by the club, wanting him to instead accept an even bigger cut.
      But De Gea has been sensationally asked not to join another club despite his contract being up at United.
      And the Red Devils are now effectively asking the player to hang around in case they cannot find a new number one within their transfer budget.
      Ten Hag has been chasing Inter Milan’s Onana and have also been keen on Porto’s Costa – but a move for either man is dependent on United being able to raise more funds by offloading some of the 13 players the boss is ready to offload.
      Now a fresh link claims that they have made contact over a potential move for Feyenoord goalkeeper Justin Bijlow. More

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      Forgotten Barcelona star and World Cup winner wakes up unemployed as ex-Arsenal target is given free transfer

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      SAMUEL UMTITI is a free agent after agreeing to have the remaining three years of his Barcelona contract terminated.The former World Cup winner has left the Catalan club 18 months after his final appearance for them.
      Samuel Umtiti has left Barcelona after having his contract terminatedCredit: Reuters
      Umtiti, once a target of Arsenal’s, will now search for a new club after coming to an agreement to end his time at Barca.
      The 29-year-old joined the LaLiga giants from Lyon for around £21m in 2016.
      He was initially a key man, helping his side to two league titles in his first three seasons.
      Amid interest from elsewhere, Barca handed Umtiti a lucrative new contract in 2018.
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      A series of knee issues derailed his career from that point, although amid financial issues in January 2022, Barcelona opted to extend his contract to 2026 in order to stretch the time period in which he would be paid the money he was entitled to.
      This allowed Barca to register new players in line with LaLiga rules.
      Umtiti played just once during the 2021-22 season, making what would be his 133rd and final Barcelona appearance in a 2-2 draw with Osasuna in December 2021.
      He spent last season on loan at Lecce, managing to stay relatively injury-free in Serie A.
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      Samuel Umtiti spent last season on loan at LecceCredit: Getty
      Umtiti made 25 appearances in the Italian top flight, helping his temporary side avoid the drop.
      His form and fitness was not enough to earn another shot at Barcelona, however, with Xavi and Co opting to move forward with Ronald Araujo, Andreas Christensen, Jules Kounde, Eric Garcia and new signing Inigo Martinez.
      After agreeing a contract termination with Umtiti, Barca will also look to flog former Tottenham loanee Clement Lenglet.
      It felt like four years of being imprisoned at BarcelonaSamuel Umtiti
      Earlier this year, Umtiti told French Broadcaster Canal Plus of how Barcelona had begun to feel like a “prison”.
      He said: “It felt like four years of being imprisoned at Barcelona, not just on a sporting level, but in my everyday life too.
      “I was really in a bad way, I preferred to stay out of everyone’s way.
      “At the start I felt good and performed at a high level, but then I started to feel some diffidence towards me and realised then that nobody believed in me anymore.”
      On his time at Lecce, he added: “It was a challenge for me, I needed to feel appreciated, respected and just useful.
      “I know that securing safety from relegation isn’t the same as winning a title, but I am grateful to Lecce, because I rediscovered my smile here.” More

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      Bournemouth join £5m Karl Darlow transfer race as Cherries look to give Newcastle goalkeeper Premier League lifeline

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      BOURNEMOUTH have joined the race for Karl Darlow and could give the Newcastle United goalkeeper a shock lifeline in the Premier League.Darlow is available for £5million and the Cherries are interested if they sell Mark Travers to one of his admirers.
      Newcastle keeper Karl Darlow is wanted by BournemouthCredit: Getty
      Middlesbrough and Blackburn are also keen on 32-year-old Darlow.
      But the move is becoming more expensive as the interest in him increases.
      Boro could turn to QPR’s Seny Dieng if they can agree a price.
      And, if he leaves, Rangers may go in hard for veteran free agent Asmir Begovic.
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      Darlow spent the second half of last season on loan with Championship side Hull.
      And that cost him a chance to play in Newcastle’s Carabao Cup final showdown with Manchester United at Wembley.
      Toon were left without a keeper for their first final since the 1999 FA Cup final.
      First choice Nick Pope was suspended after being sent off in a Premier League clash with Liverpool.
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      While back-up Martin Dubravka was ineligible, having already played in the competition while on loan with the Red Devils earlier in the campaign.
      Toon fans were desperate for Darlow to be recalled from his loan but former Liverpool keeper Loris Karius was ultimately drafted in as Eddie Howe’s side lost 2-0. More

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      Brighton line up ambitious loan transfer for Man City Treble winner as they look to increase firepower for Europa League

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      BRIGHTON are in pole position to take Manchester City’s Cole Palmer on loan.City boss Pep Guardiola is a big fan of Roberto De Zerbi and his exciting Seagulls — and Palmer needs more game-time to continue his development.
      Cole Palmer, left, could be set for a loan move to BrightonCredit: Getty
      The England Under-21’s future is likely to depend on what City decide to do about fellow academy product James McAtee.
      Sheffield United want to take midfielder McAtee on loan again after he helped them win promotion to the Premier League.
      The signs are Guardiola will not sanction that move so Palmer, 21, would almost certainly be sent out to gain experience.
      The versatile midfielder/forward made 14 Premier League appearances for City last season.
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      But only two of those were starts — and both came after they had already won the title.
      Back in March, Palmer addressed his lack of game time and inconsistent form.
      He revealed: “The season has been tough, I’m not going to lie.
      “When I’ve played this season, I don’t think I’ve played to the ability I could have. I don’t really have any complaints to be honest.
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      “Maybe I was putting too much pressure on myself, that when I did get the opportunity thinking, ‘right, I’ve got to do something here’ so I can have a chance of staying in the team.
      “It’s been frustrating but I’m not one to stop. The coaches believe in me and they’ve told me that. It’s up to me to prove my ability.” More

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      Fulham line up £20m Yunus Musah transfer as they look to beat AC Milan to World Cup and ex-England U18 star

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      FULHAM are bidding to land United States midfield dynamo Yunus Musah from Valencia in a £20million deal.Cottagers boss Marco Silva has money to spend and hard-running Musah is top of his wish-list — with the Spanish side willing to sell.
      Yunus Musah looks set to leave Valencia this summerCredit: Getty
      AC Milan are looking into a deal with the 20-year-old but insiders have revealed Fulham are “all over” the transfer and hope to pull off a coup.
      New York-born Musah has 24 caps plus European experience, so he is ideal for Fulham as they look to build on a good campaign.
      Musah will be sold to the highest bidder and, despite Milan trying hard to get him, they have yet to reach the asking price.
      The lure of Serie A is big for the player and the possibility of also having fellow American Christian Pulisic joining him there, too.
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      But Fulham think that the chance to come to the Premier League and London is even more attractive.
      Musah already knows English football well, having represented the Three Lions at every level up to U18 before opting for the Stars and Stripes before the World Cup.
      Fulham’s need may increase if a huge bid comes in for star man Joao Palhinha and they are left with a hole to fill.
      The Cottagers also plan to sign up another US international, with a new contract in the pipeline for 25-year-old left-back Antonee Robinson.
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      The defender has attracted interest from Manchester City.
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      But he is now settled in London and could be willing to commit beyond next summer if the terms are right.
      Fulham plan to push the boat out and keep one of their prized assets.
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      Mason Greenwood given lifeline by legendary Premier League manager after charges dropped

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      MASON GREENWOOD has been offered a football lifeline — by his former boss Jose Mourinho at Roma.Mourinho reached out to the troubled Manchester United star over joining the Serie A club on loan.
      Mason Greenwood remains suspended by Manchester UnitedCredit: AFP
      Roma boss Jose Mourinho is said to have contacted GreenwoodCredit: Rex
      Greenwood is still suspended as United chiefs investigate his conduct following his January 2022 arrest to “determine the next steps”.
      Greenwood, 21, was charged with attempted rape, engaging in controlling and coercive behaviour and assault.
      But police confirmed in February that Greenwood “no longer faces criminal proceedings” as the Crown Prosecution Service had dropped all charges.
      The England forward believes a fresh start at United is unlikely, despite manager Erik ten Hag and several team-mates offering him support.
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      Mourinho has contacted the player to offer him a second chance, if United decide to send him on loan or cancel his deal.
      A source said: “Jose rang Mason’s dad and also spoke with Mason. He told him the best way out of his current situation is to start playing football — and that eventually all the hassle will fade away.
      “Mason was pleased that he got in touch and it has lifted his spirits.
      “He wants to get back playing and is just waiting for United to tell him what the future holds.”
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      Other Italian clubs Juventus, Inter Milan and AC Milan have also been linked with the player.
      But Mourinho has a strong bond with Greenwood after giving him a chance as Red Devils boss.
      In 2018, Mourinho picked Greenwood as a 16-year-old to go on their pre-season tour of the US.
      Ex-United ace Nicky Butt revealed Mourinho identified Greenwood as a future first-team star — at 15.
      Butt, who worked at United when Mourinho was boss from 2016 to 2018, said: “I was his academy boss so I wondered what it would be like.
      “The reality was that he was approachable and friendly. He was single-minded and selfish — and that’s what the best managers are.
      “He asked, ‘Who is this kid Greenwood?’ when Mason was 15. He said, ‘Bring him to train with us’, and I said, ‘We can’t, because he’s at school and there are rules’.”
      Former Red Devils defender Chris Smalling — who played with Greenwood — left Old Trafford for Roma on loan in 2019.
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      The 33-year-old has just signed a two-year deal to stay there.
      And ex-Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham also plays for the Italians. More