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      Ange Postecoglou ‘wants rid of at least TEN Tottenham players this summer’ in brutal transfer clearout

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      TOTTENHAM boss Ange Postecoglou wants to axe at least TEN players in the summer transfer window, according to reports.Spurs endured a torrid 2022/23 campaign as they finished eighth in the Premier League table – missing out on European football altogether.
      Davinson Sanchez is set to leave TottenhamCredit: AP
      Ivan Perisic could also be set to depart Spurs this summerCredit: Getty
      Now they are embarking on a new chapter after Postecoglou, 57, succeeded Antonio Conte as the Lilywhites’ permanent boss.
      Lucas Moura has already left after his contract expired.
      And he could be joined by as many as ten other unwanted players in Postecoglou’s squad.
      According to The Mail, Davinson Sanchez, Japhet Tanganga, Joe Rodon and Sergio Reguilon are set for loan or permanent moves as Spurs look to get rid of their outcast defenders.
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      Midfielder Harry Winks is another expected to be released as his contract runs out at the end of the month.
      And youngster Alfie Devine is in line to be farmed out on loan in search of more game time.
      Giovani Lo Celso and Tanguy Ndombele, who were on loan at Villarreal and Napoli last season, will almost certainly be shown the exit door.
      Ivan Perisic’s time could also be up, just one year after being signed by Conte.
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      And centre-back Eric Dier is the 10th potential departure before the start of the 2023/24 campaign.
      However, it is more likely Dier, 29, will leave when his contract expires in 2024.
      Outside of Postecoglou’s list of expected departures, Harry Kane has been linked with Real Madrid and Manchester United – but looks set to stay as he enters the final 12 months of his deal.
      Son Heung-min was attracting interest from Saudi Arabia, but it is unlikely he will leave this summer.

      And Spurs are being linked with several arrivals.
      They include James Maddison, Harvey Barnes, Guglielmo Vicario, Alex Scott and Jadon Sancho.

      Ange Postecoglou is set to lead a clear-out of Tottenham’s squad this summerCredit: Getty More

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      Arsenal already looking for Rice transfer alternatives as they join Premier League rivals in race for £30m Monaco star

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      ARSENAL are already looking for Declan Rice transfer alternatives as they join the race for a £30million Monaco star.The Gunners are set to rival two of their Premier League rivals for the signing of Youssouf Fofana.
      Arsenal are already looking for transfer alternatives to Declan RiceCredit: Rex
      Rice has been strongly linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium this summer as part of Mikel Arteta’s squad overhaul.
      However, Arsenal have already had two bids rejected by West Ham United and are now being rivalled for his signature by Manchester City.
      The treble winners are the bookies’ favourites to sign Rice after entering the race for the England international.
      As a result, Arteta and Arsenal have started looking at alternative targets in the event they miss out on Rice.
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      L’Equipe report that Fofana has been identified as a potential player of interest.
      Arsenal are said to have joined the Hammers and Newcastle United with their interest in the France midfielder.

      Monaco value Fofana at £30million and are willing to let him leave if that valuation is met as he enters the final year of his contract.
      The report adds, though, that there has yet to be any approaches for Fofana, with Inter Milan and Roma also amongst his admirers.
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      Youssouf Fofana is available for just £30million this summerCredit: Reuters
      Fofana, who West Ham see as a possible replacement for Rice, joined Monaco from Strasbourg in 2020.
      He scored twice from midfield in 47 appearances last term but could not help his side qualify for Europe.
      Monaco missed out on continental football by two points as they finished sixth in Ligue 1. More

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      Roberto Firmino lined up for Saudi Arabia transfer in move that would see him link up with ex-Chelsea star

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      ROBERTO FIRMINO could be on his way to Saudi Arabia to link up with a former Chelsea star.The Brazilian forward is set to become a free agent when his Liverpool contract expires on Friday.
      Roberto Firmino is being lined up for a move to Saudi ArabiaCredit: Reuters
      Firmino had been linked with a host of European clubs after his Anfield exit was confirmed.
      However, the likes of Barcelona, Napoli and Real Madrid now look set to miss out, with Firmino linked with a move away from Europe.
      Fabrizio Romano reports that Saudi club Al-Ahli are in talks to sign the 31-year-old, with negotiations ongoing.
      The player has yet to make a decision on the move, but Al-Ahli are said to be preparing a medical in the hope they will be given the green light this week.
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      Foot Mercato add that the deal is edging closer to completion as talks reach an advanced stage.
      According to their report, only a few small details are still to be finalised before the transfer can be announced.
      Firmino would become the latest in a growing list of players to move to the Saudi Pro League.
      N’Golo Kante and Karim Benzema have already joined champions Al-Ittihad, whilst Al-Hilal have signed both Ruben Neves and Kalidou Koulibaly.
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      As for Al-Ahli, they are also on the verge of signing Chelsea goalkeeper Edouard Mendy.
      Mendy now looks set to be joined by Firmino at his new club as the pair edge closer to moves to the Middle East.
      Firmino was given an emotional send-off at Anfield last month following his final Liverpool home game.

      He scored a dramatic late equaliser against Aston Villa before scoring again against Southampton on the final day.
      Across eight years on Merseyside, Firmino scored 111 goals in 362 Liverpool appearances.
      The seven major trophies he won with the club include a league title, Champions League and the Club World Cup. More

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      Man Utd fans say Onana is ‘better than Weghorst’ as keeper transfer target burns defender and scores goal in training

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans have labelled keeper target Andre Onana “better than Wout Weghorst” after he scored a brilliant goal in training.The Inter Milan shot-stopper, 27, is being heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford this summer.
      Andre Onana sprinted through to score during training
      It was reported over the weekend that the Red Devils are set to seal a £43million deal for the Cameroon international.
      He is set to replace David de Gea in between the sticks as the Spaniard’s contract is up and he is not expected to remain Erik ten Hag’s No1.
      But Man Utd fans were shown on Sunday that Onana is more than just a keeper.
      He shared a training video on Instagram which saw him turn and outpace a defender, before he slotted the ball neatly into the far corner.
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      Alongside the clip, he added the caption: “Mamma Miaa. Denzel Dumfries [this] is the last time I teach you how to score.”
      And United supporters were thoroughly impressed by Onana’s finishing skills as they insisted he would be an improvement on Weghorst up front.
      The Dutchman, 30, netted just twice in 31 games for Ten Hag’s men after arriving on loan from Burnley in the January window.
      Reacting to Onana’s video, one United fan said: “Our new keeper is a better finisher than Weghorst 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣.”
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      Another added: “Better striker than ice cold Martial and pressing monster Weghorst.”
      A third replied: “Wout Weghorst doesn’t bag that goal I promise you.”
      And a fourth responded: “We’ve found David de Gea and Weghorst’s replacements in one person with less budget.”
      Onana appears to be the frontrunner to succeed De Gea.
      But he is not the only target United are being linked with as Everton’s Jordan Pickford is also being mooted as a potential option.
      Onana is being linked with a move to Manchester United this summerCredit: Getty More

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      Man City confirm Ilkay Gundogan’s exit and his next club as Treble winner leaves on high after glittering seven years

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      ILKAY GUNDOGAN has officially left Manchester City with his move to Barcelona confirmed. The Treble-winning City hero exits the club after seven years in Manchester, having signed from Borussia Dortmund in 2016.
      Ilkay Gundogan has officially left Manchester CityCredit: AFP
      Gundogan is one of four leaving the Premier League and European champions for free after seeing out his contract.
      Terrell Agyemang, Rowan McDonald and Benjamin Mendy are also on the list departures.
      City captain Gundogan said: “For me it has been a total privilege and pleasure to be part of Manchester City for the last seven years.
      “Manchester has been my home and I have felt part of a very special family at City.
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      “I have been lucky to have experienced hundreds of unforgettable moments in my time here and to have been captain for this extra special season has been the greatest experience of my career.
      “First, I would like to thank Pep. To have been able to play under and learn from him for so long has been something I will never forget.

      “I would also like to thank all my team-mates – past and present – who have all played such a special part in making my time here so amazing.
      “Furthermore I would like to thank the incredible City fans. They have supported me from the moment I arrived, and I owe them all so much for their support.”
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      “This club made me realise all my dreams and I will forever be thankful for this opportunity. I will carry City always in my heart.
      “Once a blue, always a blue.”
      Gundogan, 32, was linked with a move to Arsenal but Spanish kings Barca have pipped them to the German international.
      The midfielder has agreed a two-year deal at the Nou Camp with the option of a further 12 months and a massive £340MILLION release clause.
      Ilkay Gundogan lifting the Champions League trophyCredit: Getty More

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      Ruben Loftus-Cheek lined up for huge European transfer as club ‘makes contact’ with Chelsea

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      CHELSEA midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek is reportedly being linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge.The Blues are in the middle of a summer clear-out as they look to balance the books after spending £600million across the last two transfer windows.
      Ruben Loftus-Cheek is being linked with a move away from Stamford BridgeCredit: Rex
      Kalidou Koulibaly and N’Golo Kante have already completed moves to Saudi Arabian clubs Al-Hilal and Al-Ittihad.
      Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Christian Pulisic, Trevoh Chalobah, Edouard Mendy, Mason Mount, Hakim Ziyech and Kai Havertz are all potentially departing before the new season.
      And Sportitalia are now reporting AC Milan are keen to sign Loftus-Cheek, 27.
      The Italian giants are in the market for a midfielder as Ismael Bennacer is set to miss the start of the new campaign with a knee injury.
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      Stefano Pioli’s men are also preparing to lose Sandro Tonali – who is expected to be announced as a Newcastle player at the beginning of next month.
      As a result, Loftus-Cheek could solve some of Milan’s problems as he eyes more game time.
      The Lewisham-born star, who has received 10 caps for England, started 19 Premier League matches last season.
      But he struggled to make a positive impact and even spent nine games being utilised as a right-wingback.
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      AC Milan are understood to be keen on the midfielder – who has not played for England since 2018.
      But they face competition from local rivals Inter Milan after they recently met with Chelsea chiefs to discuss a number of deals including Loftus-Cheek.
      He appeared to say goodbye to Blues supporters during the final game of last season as the Stamford Bridge faithful gave him a standing ovation when he was substituted.
      Loftus-Cheek has racked up 155 appearances for the West London outfit, contributing 13 goals and 18 assists since making his debut in 2014.
      He has won the Premier League and Europa League during his nine-year stint with the club. More

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      Man Utd ‘make contact with Adrien Rabiot’ with Juventus star available on free transfer as Mason Mount alternative

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have made contact with Adrien Rabiot’s representatives over a free transfer, reports say. United are the market for a new midfielder but have so far been rebuffed in their efforts to sign Mason Mount from Chelsea.
      Adrien Rabiot’s Juventus contract expires at the end of JuneCredit: Rex
      So according to The Athletic, they could turn to old target Rabiot.
      The Frenchman’s Juventus contract expires at the end of June but the club want him to sign a one-year extension.
      Rabiot, 28, has a good relationship with manager Massimiliano Allegri and made 48 appearances with 11 goals last season.
      The player came close to joining United last summer but the Premier League club failed to agree personal terms with him.

      Instead they signed Casemiro, 31, for £70million from Real Madrid.
      United’s top target in this window has been Mount, 24, but so far their three bids for the England international have been rejected.
      A third offer of £55m was turned down by Blues chairman Todd Boehly last Friday afternoon.
      But just a few hours later Boehly told his Old Trafford counterparts that he would be willing to do business if they stump up a further £10m.
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      It is the first time throughout the whole saga that Chelsea have gone on the front foot in talks and said they are prepared to strike a deal of any sort.
      Chelsea then went even further and proposed a face-to-face meeting with United to try to thrash out a compromise.
      SunSport understands they will accept a structure of a £58m down payment with £7m in add-ons.
      The ball is now firmly in Erik ten Hag’s court whether he is happy to stump up the extra cash for a player with just one year left on his contract.
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      Kai Havertz ‘completes part of Arsenal medical’ with transfer from Chelsea to be sealed this week

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      KAI HAVERTZ has reportedly completed the first part of his Arsenal medical with as his move from Chelsea edges closer. The German is close to completing a £65million switch from West to North London.
      Kai Havertz has reportedly completed the first part of his Arsenal medicalCredit: Getty
      And according to Fabrizio Romano, Havertz has already completed the first part of his medical tests with Arsenal.
      It is added that contracts will be signed by the Gunners with the transfer to be completed this week.
      Chelsea bought Havertz from Bayer Leverkusen in 2020 for £75m in what was a then-club record deal.
      And he made himself a hero amongst fans after scoring the winning goal in the 2021 Champions League final against City.

      But Havertz, 24, has endured inconsistent form since, struggling to find his favoured role within the starting 11.
      He ended last season as Chelsea’s joint top scorer with Raheem Sterling, 28, managing just nine in all competitions.
      The Blues have spent over £600MILLION under billionaire American owner Todd Boehly.
      But it has left them needing to shift players to both ease space in the squad and balance the books.
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      Havertz is among those deemed surplus to requirements, with Mateo Kovacic, 29, also joining him out of the Stamford Bridge door.
      Kovacic is on the verge of signing for Manchester City while N’Golo Kante, 32, has also left for Al-Ittihad in Saudi Arabia.
      Kalidou Koulibaly, 32, is also now with Al-Hilal and could soon be joined by goalkeeper Edouard Mendy, 31. More