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      Man Utd legend warns club NOT to sign Harry Kane in £100m transfer as it’ll lead to nightmare scenario in two years time

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Andy Cole has urged the club NOT to sign Harry Kane this summer.The England captain, 29, is set to enter the final year of his Spurs contract.
      Harry Kane has been heavily linked with a move to Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      Andy Cole, right, does not feel Man Utd should sign Kane or Declan RiceCredit: Reuters
      And he is one of two strikers being heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford at the end of the season along with Napoli’s Victor Osimhen.
      Tottenham are thought to value Kane at around £100million despite the possibility of him departing for free next summer.
      And Cole does not believe things would end well for Man Utd if they were to strike a deal for Kane.
      Speaking to William Hill, he said: “Manchester United can’t go with a short-term solution again.
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      “They can’t go and spend £80 million or £100 million on Harry Kane. In two years’ time they’ll turn round and say to themselves, ‘he’s 32, we need to get ourselves another striker’. They can’t afford to find themselves in that position again.
      “When you look at the recognised strikers that Manchester United have had, you look at the likes of Robin van Persie, but the crazy thing is that he only stayed for two years, and ever since then it has just been one after another for two years.
      “A football club like Manchester United cannot just keep having different strikers for two years at a time, it’s ridiculous.
      “They know now that they have to sign someone who is going to give them five years.”
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      Kane is the all-time record goalscorer for both Tottenham and England.
      And he has continued to impress this season despite Spurs’ dismal campaign, bagging 29 goals in 47 appearances.
      He recently hinted he could stay in North London as he discussed Tottenham’s long-term future.
      Speaking about the Europa Conference League, Kane, who is yet to win a trophy, said: “You can’t disrespect any competition that you play in.
      “It’s one of those, if you end up in the Conference League and win it, it’s worth it. If you don’t, then people probably look at it as an inconvenience.
      “But when you’ve been at a club where we haven’t won a trophy for 15 years, if we do end up in it, it could be an opportunity to try and put that to bed.”
      Tottenham occupy seventh in the Premier League table with two games remaining – a spot that would see them qualify for the Europa Conference League.
      Their final games come at home to Brentford and away at Leeds.
      Victor Osimhen has also been linked with a summer transfer to Old TraffordCredit: Getty More

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      Sir Alex Ferguson’s former No2 urges Man Utd to ‘do everything’ to land top midfield target that Ten Hag is ‘chasing’

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      SIR ALEX FERGUSON’s former assistant Rene Meulensteen has urged Manchester United to go all out for Frenkie de Jong. The Red Devils spent most of last summer chasing the Barcelona man but repeatedly fell short.
      Rene Meulensteen was No2 at Old Trafford before spending three months as boss of Fulham in the 2013-14 seasonCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Manager Erik ten Hag has managed to get on just fine without the 26-year-old as United edge closer to a top four spot.
      They could also end the season with a domestic cup double if they can mastermind a Wembley win over rivals Manchester City in the FA Cup final next month.
      But Meulensteen, who was United assistant coach between 2007 and 2013, still believes his old side need another top class midfielder to compete at the very top.
      He told Man United’s official Scandinavian supporters club: “They need a really good midfield player.
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      “Yes, they’ve got Casemiro in there. You’ve got Christian Eriksen and Bruno Fernandes – a lot of experience, a lot of qualities – but there’s also a little bit of a vulnerability because their mindsets are predominantly in going forward.
      “I would 100 per cent do everything to get De Jong. He’s got energy, he’s got legs, he’s tactically very, very good in the build-up.
      “For De Jong, I think to be fairly honest, he would have already been here if he had not been happy at Barcelona.
      “But he’s obviously very happy playing for Barcelona otherwise he would have said, ‘Okay, no problem, sort me out’ because there’s always a way to fill that financial gap. That can never be the reason. But I can see why Ten Hag is chasing him.”
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      The summer recruitment of Casemiro and Eriksen helped United plug holes in their midfield.
      The pair have been fantastic and helped deliver a solid debut season for ten Hag.
      Barcelona’s chaotic financial situation means they could need to sell some of their star players this season, despite winning LaLiga.
      United could also be in the market for a new goalkeeper and Meulensteen believes that is also an important area following the long tenure of David de Gea.
      He added: “I really like David de Gea, I’ve obviously worked with him myself, lot of experience, done fantastically well. 
      “People are judging him sometimes because the mistakes that he’s made in this season in certain games are so much unlike him – which you have to ask the question: why is that?
      “That could be because sometimes you can get a bit stale, sometimes you need a new environment or to freshen things up.” More

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      Mauricio Pochettino set to make managerial return at Old Trafford as he prepares to take Chelsea job

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      MAURICIO POCHETTINO’S return to the dugout will be at Manchester United instead of Chelsea when he manages the World XI at Soccer Aid.Pochettino is set to start work officially at Chelsea on July 1 but beforehand will take charge for the UNICEF charity match against England at Old Trafford on June 11.
      Mauricio Pochettino is set to make his managerial return at Old Trafford for Soccer AidCredit: Getty
      Pochettino is set to take over at Chelsea as the next managerCredit: Getty
      Pochettino, 51, said: “It is a real pleasure to be part of a match that represents a big cultural moment in this country’s annual calendar – and rightly so, because it raises so much money for Unicef.
      “I love English football stadiums, the passion the fans show for the game and the atmosphere they create, so it will be great to feel that again next month.”
      Pochettino will coach former Argentina team-mates Gabriel Batistuta and Hernan Crespo in the Old Trafford encounter.
      World’s fastest man Usain Bolt will be captain of a side that includes the likes of Francesco Totti and ex-Manchester United stars Patrice Evra and Nani.
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      Pochettino is finalising the details on a three year deal to take over from Chelsea’s interim boss Frank Lampard at the end of this season.
      The former Tottenham and Paris Saint-Germain boss has been out of work since being sacked by the French giants last July.
      Pochettino is believed to have impressed Chelsea owner Todd Boehly with his commitment to working with youngsters.
      This comes after the Blues splashed out over £600million since Boehly took over from Roman Abramovich last year.
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      And the ex-Tottenham boss has identified the likes of £88m winger Mykhailo Mudryk and academy defender Levi Colwill as integral to his vision.
      The Argentine tactician is also set to oversee a huge clear-out, with Chelsea currently boasting well over 30 first-team stars.
      And there could even be fresh chances for flops like Romelu Lukaku, who could be the answer to the West Londoners’ problems up front.
      England vs Soccer Aid World XI FC takes place on Sunday 11 June. Tickets for the game are on sale: www.socceraid.org.uk/tickets More

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      Brentford open contract talks with Ivan Toney despite 8-month ban as they ‘identify £25m striker replacement’

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      BRENTFORD are planning to launch contract talks with Ivan Toney despite his eight-month ban, according to reports.The England striker was banned until January by the FA after being found guilty of breaching gambling rules.
      Ivan Toney is set to be banned until JanuaryCredit: AP
      Toney, 27, has two years remaining on his £20,000-a-week contract at the Gtech.
      Bees chiefs had been growing resigned to losing their star man, who has gathered interest from the likes of Manchester United, Arsenal and Tottenham.
      But the Mail claim that Brentford could look to show their support for Toney amid his ban by handing him a new deal.
      Club bosses believe that they are unlikely to receive their £50m asking price this summer, given his suspension.
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      They could seek to hand Toney a pay rise, albeit less than the £150k a week he could receive elsewhere.
      In return the Bees could grant their star man a favourable release clause, protecting his value in the process.
      Toney has been in red-hot form this season, bagging 20 Premier League goals.
      Thomas Frank’s side go into their final two matches still possessing an outside chance of European qualification, albeit with Toney set to miss both.
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      Brentford could theoretically terminate Toney’s current deal for breach of contract, saving them £640,000 in wages in the short term.
      They will not consider this option, however, given the millions in transfer value they would lose out on.
      Despite their support for Toney, Brentford are mulling over striker transfer options.
      According to talkSPORT, the Bees are after Coventry ace Viktor Gyokeres.
      The Sky Blues are set to demand at least £25m for their star striker, irrespective of whether they are promoted to the Premier League.
      Mark Robins’ men will take on Luton in the Championship play-off final next week.
      Coventry sharp-shooter Viktor Gyokeres is on Brentford’s radarCredit: Rex More

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      Former Chelsea wonderkid who snubbed Real Madrid transfer wakes up unemployed after he is released from League One club

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      FORMER Chelsea wonderkid Josh McEachran is without a club after being released by League One side MK Dons.The midfielder, 30, was tipped to go to the very top of world football and attracted offers from Real Madrid and Manchester United at the age of 16.
      Josh McEachran made a total of 22 appearances for Chelsea, which included turning out for The Blues in the Champions LeagueCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      The midfielder told the Daily Mail back in 2017 that he turned down the offers because he “believed he was going to make it”.
      He said “When I made my (Chelsea) debut I thought, ‘Ah, that was a good choice for me to say no to Real Madrid,’ but looking back now maybe I should have (gone).”
      The midfielder had been involved with first team training at Chelsea from the age of 15 onwards, having been called up from the youth team by then manager Carlo Ancelotti.
      But he would go on to make just 11 appearances for Chelsea during his time at the club between 2010 and 2015.
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      The midfielder instead found himself bouncing between a number of clubs on loan, including Swansea City and Middlesbrough before joining Brentford permanently in 2015.
      He made 101 appearances for the Bees before moving on to Birmingham City in 2019, where he made just 10 appearances during an injury-hit stint.
      McEachran dropped down a league to join MK Dons in 2021.
      After initially only training with the club to gain fitness, McEachran earned a series of contracts and made 100 appearances for the Milton Keynes side.
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      But it was announced today that McEachran will be without a club going into the summer after MK Dons released their retained list.
      McEachran was one of nine players released by MK Dons following their relegation to League Two.
      Their relegation was sealed on the final day of the League One season, and sparked angry scenes that saw supporters confront Dons owner Pete Winkleman. More

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      Emotional Lucas Moura fights back tears as it’s confirmed he’ll QUIT Tottenham at the end of the season

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      EMOTIONAL Lucas Moura fought back the tears as Tottenham confirmed he will leave the club at the end of the season.The Brazilian will depart Spurs after 219 appearances in five-and-a-half years.
      Lucas Moura will leave Tottenham at the end of the seasonCredit: Getty
      Moura was visibily emotional in his interview with Sky SportsCredit: Twitter @SkySportsPL
      “It was a gift to play for Spurs” 🤍An emotional Lucas Moura fights back tears after confirmation that he will leave Tottenham when his current deal expires at the end of the season 🥺pic.twitter.com/rZqd4dKufO— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) May 18, 2023

      Moura, 30, is best known for his sensational Champions League semi-final hat-trick against Ajax.
      He has since become a bit-part player at Tottenham, and will depart upon the expiry of his contract next month.
      In a tear-jerking video with Sky Sports, Moura said: “I need to hold the tears.
      “It has been an incredible five years. It was a gift to play for Spurs.
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      “It’s sad to say goodbye, especially when you love the place where you are. It’s very difficult.
      “Great memories, great moments I will keep in my heart forever.”
      Shown the clip of his winner away at Ajax, Moura wells up and added: “I am trying to hold the tears.
      “This moment of course was the best of my career. Special, magic.”
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      In a post on his own social media, Moura wrote: “My Spurs. Wherever I am, my heart will always be here.
      “You are my club. This will always be my home.”
      And in their own statement, Spurs added: “We should like to thank Lucas for his tremendous service to our club and wish him the very best for the future.”
      Moura scored 38 goals for Spurs, also laying on 27 assists.
      The former Paris Saint-Germain star has not started a Premier League game this season.
      Upon his departure, some fans harshly called for more stalwarts to exit – with Davinson Sanchez and Eric Dier the main duo targetted.
      One wrote: “A fair move, now waiting for Sanchez, Winks, Dier to be out next.”
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      While a second huffed: “Now announce Dier, Sanchez and Davies contract cancellations!”
      Plenty of others thanked Moura for his contributions – primarily in Amsterdam.
      One wrote: “Best of luck Lucas. We’ll always have Amsterdam.”
      And a second tweeted: “Thank you for the greatest Spurs moment of my life.”
      Another added: “Best memory I’ve been given in my time as a Spurs fan. Thank you.”
      Moura was linked with a transfer return to Sao Paulo earlier this term.

      He will be eligible for selection in Spurs’ final two matches of the season.
      They host Brentford on Saturday, before finishing with a trip to relegation-threatened Leeds.
      Moura, 30, is most well renowned for his Champions League hat-trick against AjaxCredit: Getty Images – Getty More

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      Ruben Loftus-Cheek in ‘concrete talks’ over huge transfer overseas… and he could join ex-Chelsea team-mates

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      RUBEN LOFTUS-CHEEK is reportedly in “concrete talks” over a major transfer abroad after 19 years at Chelsea.And that would see him reunited with two former Blues team-mates.
      Ruben Loftus-Cheek could be on his way out of Chelsea after 19 yearsCredit: Getty
      Loftus-Cheek, 27, has one year left on his current contract at Stamford Bridge.
      But he has struggled to hold down a spot in the starting XI throughout his time in the senior team.
      Now, though, he is said to be exploring the possibility of a move away amid talk he could be forced out to create space in the over-inflated squad.
      According to Fabrizio Romano, Loftus-Cheek is in positive negotiations with AC Milan regarding a summer switch – having first joined Chelsea in 2004 aged eight.
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      AC Milan are looking to overhaul their midfield and have identified the ten-cap England international as a suitable candidate.
      Loftus-Cheek, meanwhile, is said to be keen on the possibility of moving to the San Siro.
      A transfer to Milan was first reported back in March but it is reported the talks are now progressing “very well”.
      Should he make the move, the midfielder would link up with ex-Chelsea men Olivier Giroud and Fikayo Tomori for the Italian giants.
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      Both former Blues stars swapped West London for Milan in 2021 and helped the Rossoneri reach the Champions League semi-finals.
      Loftus-Cheek has struggled to consistent game time this season – especially with Todd Boehly spending more than £600million on new signings.
      Fellow midfielders Enzo Fernandez, Denis Zakaria and Carney Chukwuemeka have provided direct competition in the centre of midfield, as has Conor Gallagher after returning from his loan at Crystal Palace.
      Chelsea also have the experienced pair of N’Golo Kante and Mateo Kovacic as well as Mason Mount all battling for a place in the team.
      Academy-graduate Loftus-Cheek – who has at times filled in at full-back – has made 30 first-team appearances so far this season, including 17 Premier League starts.
      However, he has chipped in with just two assists and is yet to register a goal. More

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      Former highly-touted Chelsea star who spent nine years at Blues unemployed at 29 after being released by TWELFTH club

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      JAMAL BLACKMAN has been released by Exeter City.The former Chelsea youngster joined the Blues as a 12-year-old and didn’t leave until 2021.
      Jamal Blackman made 41 appearances for Exeter CityCredit: Getty
      He was loaned out eight times during his stint in West London, before finally departing two years ago.
      Following permanent spells with Los Angeles FC and Huddersfield, Blackman signed for Exeter City last summer.
      The 29-year-old keeper made 41 appearances in all competitions for the Grecians before being let go this summer.
      On letting Blackman, Jack Sparkes and Jevani Brown go, manager Gary Caldwell said: “It’s never easy telling players their time at the club has ended.
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      “We thank everyone that has departed the club for their efforts this season and in previous seasons and we wish them all the best for their future careers.”
      Exeter came 14th in League One after losing boss Matt Taylor to Rotherham in October.
      Blackman progressed through Chelsea’s academy before earning a professional deal at Stamford Bridge.
      He was named in the Blues’ matchday squad on a number of occasions, but never made a first team outing.
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      Blackman represented England up to Under-19s level.
      He was subsequently loaned by Chelsea to Middlesbrough, Ostersund, Wycombe, Sheffield United, Leeds United, Vitesse, Bristol Rovers and Rotherham.
      The 6ft 6in stopper will now look for a new club ahead of next season.
      Blackman trained alongside Thibaut Courtois at ChelseaCredit: Getty More