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      Ipswich keen to beat rivals to Crystal Palace ace Jesurun Rak-Sakyi loan transfer after sealing Championship promotion

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      IPSWICH are determined to beat rivals in their bid to sign Crystal Palace forward Jesurun Rak-Sakyi.Kieran McKenna’s Championship new-boys are keen to recruit this summer and English prospect Rak-Sakyi, 20, is high on their hitlist.
      Jesurun Rak-Sakyi is a wanted man after impressing for CharltonCredit: Getty
      The Eagles may send Rak-Sakyi out on loan to the second tier after he impressed at League One Charlton this season.
      He has 15 goals and eight assists in 42 Addicks appearances this season and has caught the eye of a number of suitors.
      Luton are also interested in a move for the youngster.
      But that deal would only go through if they fail to win promotion to the Premier League.
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      Rak-Sakyi has performed well consistently while rising through the ranks at Palace, and scored 18 goals in 25 games for their reserves last season.
      But it may be too soon for the youngster to join Palace’s string of bright youthful attackers, which includes Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise.
      Palace will also be looking at ways to upgrade in the summer including appointing a permanent manager to replace Roy Hodgson, who agreed a deal until the end of the season when he returned in March.
      Former Borussia Monchengladbach manager Adi Hutter appears to be one of the favourites for the role.
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      Meanwhile Palace face the star man Wilfried Zaha leaving on a free this summer.
      Ligue Un side Marseille are plotting a swoop and are said to have made the winger a top priority.
      Arsenal and Chelsea have also been linked to Zaha while a move to the continent has not been ruled out. More

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      Man Utd Champions League winner names three strikers Ten Hag should sign if he misses out on Harry Kane transfer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED should try and sign Victor Osimhen if they miss out on Harry Kane, according to former striker Louis Saha.Erik ten Hag wants to sign a striker this summer and Tottenham star Kane is said to be his number one target.
      Harry Kane is Erik ten Hag’s number one targetCredit: AFP
      Louis Saha thinks Manchester United should target Victor Osimhen as a Kane alternativeCredit: Reuters
      Saha also likes the look of Randal Kolo MuaniCredit: Reuters
      But there is fear Daniel Levy could prove a tough negotiator and try to hang on to the England star, despite his contract expiring in 2024.
      If that happens United could switch attention to a different target, and Saha believes Osimhen should be top of the wishlist after firing Napoli to the Serie A title with 22 goals in 27 games.
      Saha told Daznbet: “There are not many alternatives to Kane for Man Utd. Victor Osimhen is an obvious one at the moment, though, he’s scoring a lot of goals for Napoli.
      “Very fit, very strong and agile. But it may take him more time to adapt.”
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      United have been linked to Osimhen but getting a deal oer the line could prove difficult with Napoli said to be demanding £133m.
      The Red Devils are also said to be interested in Eintracht Frankfurt forward Randal Kolo Muani, who could also command a significant fee, as well as Atalanta hitman Rasmus Hojlund.
      Saha belives both should be on United’s shortlist, adding: “I think Randal Muani would be a very good signing for Man Utd.
      “Not only as a number 9, he can play either side of a three. He’s a very clever player, very quick, sharp with his feet and very intelligent.
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      “He’s already established a good link with Kylian Mbappe for France.
      “He’s aware of everything, he has the talent to go short or long, he’s very clever and he will be a real danger in the Premier League if he comes, especially with Rashford and Sancho.
      “That will be really hard for defences. It could be a very clever move, there is room for improvement. There are lots of names like that who can contribute.
      “But Muani is a very intelligent player, he has lots of stamina, he can run all day and will fit into the game plan that Ten Hag loves. He’s one for the future.
      “There is a young boy, Hojlund at Atalanta. But no one offers the guarantees like Kane does.” More

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      Man Utd fans go wild as club ‘enquire into Napoli sporting director’ in potential boost to Osimhen transfer chances

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans have gone wild after being given a huge boost in their pursuit of Victor Osimhen.That’s after the Red Devils reportedly made an enquiry to hire Napoli sporting director Christian Giuntoli.
      Man Utd have made an enquiry for Napoli transfer guru Christian GiuntoliCredit: Getty
      United are also hoping to land Napoli striker Victor Osimhen this summerCredit: AFP
      United boss Erik ten Hag has made no secret of his desire to sign a world-class striker this summer.
      And 27-goal Osimhen fits the bill perfectly after firing Napoli to their first Serie A title in 30 years.
      It’s believed Napoli want an eye-watering £150million to sell their star player.
      But United could look to smooth the path by first landing Napoli’s highly-respected transfer guru Giuntoli.
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      The Italian has been hiring and firing in Naples since 2015, building exciting projects for managers including Maurizio Sarri and Carlo Ancelotti.
      But Giuntoli’s work over the past few years finally paid dividends this term, with the likes of Osimhen and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia playing key roles in Luciano Spalletti’s dominant title victory.
      United are said to be impressed by Giuntoli’s work, and they have now opened initial talks with Napoli over bringing him to England.
      The super scout is out of contract in 2024.
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      And Tuttomercatoweb claims United are eager to find out whether Giuntoli is interested in a new challenge abroad.
      Before Napoli, he enjoyed success as Director of Football with Italian minnows Carpi, helping them win several promotions while making huge profits on player sales.
      Giuntoli famously discovered striker Kevin Lasagna while he was playing in Serie D, signing the eventual seven-time Italy international for only £20,000.
      Just months later, Giuntoli sold Lasagna to Serie A side Udinese for £4million, sealing his reputation as a bargain hunter and master negotiator.
      And United fans were left excited by the claims, with one saying: “I am here for this.”
      Another declared: “If he found Kvaratskhelia then bring him in.”
      One added: “Please make this true.” More

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      Wolves close in on astonishing Ansu Fati transfer with Barcelona to give swap deal ‘the ok’ after Mendes talks

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      WOLVES are closing in on a deal to sign Barcelona winger Ansu Fati, according to reports.Fati, 20, has fallen down the pecking order at the Nou Camp this season.
      Wolves are close to sealing a deal for FatiCredit: AP
      And Xavi is understood to be looking to offload him when the upcoming transfer window opens.
      Wolves have already expressed an interest in signing the winger, with officials proposing a swap deal including Ruben Neves and £26million.
      And according to Spanish outlet Sport, Barcelona are satisfied with the offer.
      Club officials are now waiting on a final decision from Fati regarding his future.
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      However, he is understood to be eager to stay.
      Several European clubs are understood to be interested in signing the winger, including Tottenham, Arsenal and Manchester United.
      But Fati’s agent, Jorge Mendes, has many clients on the books at Wolves so he has already begun the process of trying to convince him that a move to Molineux could be a good idea.
      Meanwhile, Barcelona are keen to welcome Neves to the club.
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      Although there was an initial doubt that the midfielder would fit into Xavi’s plans, the club see him as a positive addition going forward.
      Neves has scored six goals in 31 Premier League appearances for Wolves so far this season. More

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      Dusan Vlahovic leads incredible Aston Villa triple transfer wish list which would ‘make Man Utd forget top four’

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      ASTON VILLA have ambitious summer transfer plans after storming up the table under Unai Emery, reports claim.Emery is said to be plotting audacious swoops for Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic and Barcelona forward Ferran Torres.
      Dusan Vlahovic is a reported transfer target for Aston VillaCredit: Rex
      Unai Emery’s side are also rumoured to be interested in Ferran TorresCredit: AP
      Villa are poised to rival Newcastle for the signing of Kieran TierneyCredit: Getty
      That is according to The Telegraph, who say Villa are also planning to go head to head with Newcastle for the signing of Kieran Tierney.
      Emery has done a superb job since taking over from Steven Gerrard in October.
      And with European qualification on the cards, there are big plans for the summer.
      That’s not only on the pitch too, with Villa said to be close to appointing Barcelona transfer chief Mateu Alemany in a senior football role.
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      Meanwhile, Vlahovic and Torres are being targeted to bolster Emery’s squad.
      Although The Telegraph report it is currently unclear whether either player are open to joining Villa.
      But fans on Twitter have been left impressed by the club’s ambition.
      One wrote in response to the rumours: “Make Man United and Chelsea forget top 4 next season.”
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      A second said: “Villa are THEM.”
      And a third added: “We need to actually watch out for Villa if they actually come through with these transfers.”
      Vlahovic only signed for Juventus in January of 2022, joining from Fiorentina in an initial £58million deal after being linked with Arsenal.
      He has netted 21 goals in 58 games for the club.
      Torres meanwhile already has Premier League experience, having joined Barcelona from Manchester City in December 2021 for £55million.
      But the ex-Etihad ace is believed to be pleased to continue fighting for a spot in the Barcelona team.
      Torres has started just 13 La Liga games for Barca this campaign.
      That is more than can be said for Arsenal left-back Tierney, who has started just five Premier League games all season.
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      Tierney is expected to leave the Gunners this summer and is a target for Newcastle, although Villa are also said to be keen.
      Emery previously worked with Tierney during his time at the Emirates. More

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      Barcelona icon Andres Iniesta, 38, to find new club this summer with transfer from Vissel Kobe on cards

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      BARCELONA legend Andres Iniesta is reportedly set to find a new club this summer.That’s as he prepares to leave Japanese side Vissel Kobe after five years.
      Andres Iniesta is set to leave Vissel Kobe after five years in JapanCredit: AFP
      Iniesta, 38, will go down in history as one of the game’s greatest playmakers after an incredible club and international career.
      The technician won nine titles and four Champions Leagues during a 22-year stay at Barcelona.
      Iniesta also landed consecutive Euros and a World Cup with Spain.
      And after swapping Barca for Vissel Kobe in 2018, he has gone on to win the Emperor’s Cup and Japanese Super Cup in the Far East.
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      However, Nikkan Sports claims Iniesta’s time in Japan will come to an end when his deal expires this summer.
      The veteran is set to make his last-ever appearance for the club in June’s friendly against Barcelona.
      Vissel Kobe would love Iniesta to stay put for another season and have offered him a fresh contract.
      But the midfielder fancies another challenge as he enters his twilight phase.
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      And it’s believed Iniesta is entertaining offers from Saudi Arabia, as well as the MLS.
      Iniesta scored 26 goals in 131 games for Vissel Kobe.
      Prior to that, he netted 57 times in 674 matches for Barcelona.
      And Iniesta also won 131 caps for Spain, scoring 13 times in the process.
      But despite his lengthy career, it’s believed he remains keen as ever to continue playing at a high level. More

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      Chelsea and Arsenal ‘send transfer offers for Barcelona star Raphinha’… but an ex-Blues ace could have final say

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      RAPHINHA could leave Barcelona at the end of the season, according to reports.The winger, 26, joined the La Liga giants in a £55million transfer from Leeds in July.
      Raphinha could leave Barcelona at the end of the seasonCredit: Getty
      However, according to Spanish outlet Sport, he is already considering leaving.
      Raphinha fears that he will have to accept playing fewer minutes at the Nou Camp next season, with Ousmane Dembele understood to be Xavi’s preferred option on the right.
      The potential return of club legend Lionel Messi is also factoring into his decision.
      Several teams are understood to be interested in signing Raphinha, including Arsenal and Chelsea.
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      His agent, former Chelsea midfielder Deco, has so far received three formal offers.
      Both Arsenal and Chelsea attempted to sign the Brazilian last summer, but Barcelona won the transfer race.
      Arsenal kicked off the bidding war for Raphinha, but Chelsea swooped in with a £55m offer which was accepted by Leeds.
      The winger then refused to agree personal terms with the Blues in a bid to force a move to Barcelona.
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      Raphinha has registered 10 goals and 11 assists in 45 appearances for Barcelona this season.
      Newcastle are also understood to be interested in signing him.
      The club’s owners are set to abandon their cautious approach to the transfer market and splash out on some marquee signings. More

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      Tottenham ‘make Franck Kessie enquiry’ with Barcelona expected to demand £22m fee for midfielder transfer

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      TOTTENHAM have allegedly approached Barcelona to “give them a price” to sign midfielder Franck Kessie.The 26-year-old only joined Barca on a free transfer after his deal expired at AC Milan last summer.
      Tottenham have been linked with a swoop for Barcelona’s Franck KessieCredit: Getty
      He penned a four-year contract at the Nou Camp but the Ivory Coast ace has struggled to cement himself in the starting XI.
      Kessie has made 39 appearances for the LaLiga side but only five of them have been starts in the Spanish top-flight.
      Rumours first started that he could be leaving Barcelona back in October – but his agent quickly slammed them as “fake news”.
      However, Spurs are known to be long-term admirers of Kessie and allegedly had a £13m bid for him rejected ahead of the January transfer window opening.
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      Now, despite still looking for a new permanent manager to replace Antonio Conte, a new report from Spain has claimed that they are making a renewed approach to try and sign him.
      SPORT claim that the North London club have once again inquired about Kessie and that the ace “is one of the players chosen to leave Barca as of June 30”.
      Cash-strapped Barcelona are desperate to balance the books in order to firstly hold on to their key stars and to ensure they can bolster their squad with new additions.
      Kessie is also believed to have been one of a number of players that has refused to take a pay-cut to help Barcelona try and finance the return of Lionel Messi and is said to be valued at around £22m.
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      Now his potential exit could help them ease the squeeze with the publication starting: “The club’s [Barcelona’s] goal is to close a direct sale and Tottenham has asked for a price in recent days.”
      As we revealed this week, another player that could be heading out the Nou Camp exit door is Raphinha.
      Newcastle are believed to be plotting a £70m swoop for the Brazilian attack. More