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    Man Utd ‘to trigger shock £9million transfer release clause for David de Gea replacement’

    MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly eyeing a move for Dinamo Zagreb goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic. The 28-year-old stopper was superb for Croatia at the World Cup.
    Manchester United are reportedly interested in Croatian goalkeeper Dominik LivakovicCredit: Getty
    Spanish stopper David de Gea is the current No1 at Old TraffordCredit: Rex
    And United are prepared to pay his £9million release clause, according to Croatian outlet Sportske.
    Current No1 David De Gea is out contract at the end of the season.
    While the Spaniard is believed to have agreed a new deal on reduced terms, the Red Devils are claimed to be keen on Livakovic.
    However, there is also reported interest in Livakovic from Spanish sides Villarreal and Real Sociedad, plus Turkish giants Galatasaray.
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    Livakovic is out of contract at Dinamo Zagreb at the end of next season and is yet to agree to new terms.
    Sportske claim the Croatian club are yet to stump up the reported £20,000-a-week Livakovic has asked for.
    In December, it was reported that United passed on the chance to sign Livakovic last summer.
    He was also said to be on the radar of both Leicester and Nottingham Forest.
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    Livakovic has played 44 times in all competitions for Dinamo Zagreb this season, helping the club to the top of the Croatian Premier League.
    He also helped Croatia to the World Cup semi-finals, and was the hero in penalty shootout victories over Japan and Brazil.
    Elsewhere, the Red Devils have reportedly sent scouts to watch Portuguese stopper Diogo Costa.
    Brentford’s David Raya has also been touted with a switch after rejecting two contract offers from the Bees. More

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    Newcastle’s summer transfer warchest revealed with Eddie Howe having huge budget to splash on European adventure

    EDDIE HOWE will have up to £150million to bolster his Newcastle squad this summer.The Toon are laying plans to prepare their squad for a Champions League campaign next season and are prepared to spend between £100-150million.
    Eddie Howe will be given big funds to strengthen this summerCredit: Rex
    Newcastle have been linked with a move for Kieran TierneyCredit: Alamy
    Newcastle are currently third following their 6-1 hammering of Tottenham on Sunday, six points clear of Spurs in fifth having played a game more.
    The Magpies have been planning for the summer with two separate budgets depending on where they end the season, with £150million the top end.
    With Champions League football looking more likely by the week, the higher end of the budget can now be considered.
    Howe is keen to add a defensive midfielder and a left-back ahead of the new campaign.
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    Brazilian Bruno Guimaraes has shone in the holding role this season, but the former Bournemouth manager would like to bring in a more natural defensive midfielder, allowing the 25-year-old to play further forward.
    Dan Burn has also impressed at left-back, but is a better option centrally with Arsenal’s Kieran Tierney being considered as a target.

    Elsewhere, Newcastle are looking to add to their attacking options with a winger who is able to cut inside and create problems for opposing defences.
    Bayer Levekusen’s French winger Moussa Diaby is a long-term target for the Toon and has nine goals and eight assists in 28 Bundesliga outings this season.
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    Furthermore, should they be able to stretch the budget far enough, Howe wants to add more cover at the back with a younger, right-sided centre-half.
    Both Burn and Sven Botman are left-footed defenders leaving Fabian Schar, 31, and Jamal Lascelles, 29, as the more comfortable options on the right. More

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    Lionel Messi reignites hopes of Barcelona transfer return after being spotted having dinner with two of their top stars

    LIONEL MESSI has sparked rumours of a Barcelona return after being spotted with Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba.The Paris Saint-Germain star is out of contract in the summer and could be on the move.
    Lionel Messi was spotted in Barcelona after having dinner with Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba
    Barcelona want to re-sign the forward this summer
    He has been tipped to return to Barcelona after leaving the club in the summer of 2021.
    And it appears he is still friendly with old Barca pals Busquets and Alba, and had dinner with the pair and their partners during his visit to the city.
    Messi, 35, was previously spotted in the Catalonia capital in February, adding fuel to speculation he could re-join Barca.
    Barcelona chiefs have publicly declared their interest in the club legend, though finances could prove to be an obstacle.
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    PSG are keen to keep the World Cup winner, who reportedly verbally agreed a new deal with the French giants.
    However the forward is still yet to sign new terms, which has opened the door for Barca to make their move, with vice president Rafa Yuste claiming the club has already taken steps to re-sign Messi.
    He said: “We’ve been in contact with Leo Messi’s camp. Leo knows how much we appreciate him and I’d love for him to come back.
    “For sure Messi loves Barça and the city, so we hope to find the right conditions to continue his history here.”
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    Manager Xavi also revealed that the club are in “permanent contact” with his former team-mate, hinting a return could be on the cards.
    He said: “Messi knows that Barcelona is his home and the doors are open, I said this many times.
    “He’s my friend — we are in permanent contact, a potential return will only depend on him. Leo is the best player in history, he’d always fit in.” More

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    Man Utd scouts ‘head to Portugal to watch potential De Gea replacement’ with No1 out of contract in summer

    MANCHESTER UNITED have reportedly sent scouts to watch Porto’s star goalkeeper Diogo Costa.The Red Devils are believed to be interested in signing a new shot-stopper to replace veteran David De Gea.
    Man United are reportedly scouting Diogo CostaCredit: EPA
    He is viewed as a replacement for David De GeaCredit: Getty
    The Spaniard came under fire following his errors in United’s Europa League exit at the hands of Sevilla.
    During the game, De Gea made two critical errors leading to goals.
    Throughout the season, the United star has been able to produce some brilliant saves as well as some costly errors.
    Now, according to Portuguese outlet A Bola, United are looking at Costa as a potential replacement.
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    The Portuguese shot-stopper has been rated as one of the best young goalkeepers in Europe since breaking into the Porto team.
    The report has suggested that Costa has a £66million release clause.
    If it were to be activated would make him the second most expensive goalkeeper in history.
    The potential transfer would only have been beaten by the £71m Chelsea paid for Kepa Arrizabalaga.
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    However, it would be a bigger investment than the £65m Liverpool paid Roma for Alisson Becker.
    Costa is not the only goalkeeper to be linked with a move to Old Trafford.
    Brentford’s David Raya has also been touted with a switch after he rejected two contract offers from the Bees.
    De Gea’s contract at United expires at the end of the season, but he is set to sign a new deal on lower waged. More

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    Man Utd keeping tabs on Neymar after enquiry, with PSG star a big name transfer target if Sheikh Jassim takes over

    MANCHESTER UNITED are keeping tabs on Neymar, French reports say.The Brazilian superstar has seen another season hampered by ankle injuries, despite netting 18 times in 29 games.
    Neymar is being linked with a move to Man UtdCredit: Getty
    Neymar’s inconsistency has led to increased speculation over his future, with Chelsea continually linked with the forward.
    But now, according to Footmercato in France, United are ready to join the hunt for the former £198million star.
    They say Old Trafford bosses made enquiries about the attacker at the start of the season but decided against a concrete approach.
    However, it is claimed that, should Qatari investors be successful in their bid to take over at United this summer, then Neymar could be seen as a marquee signing to signal their intentions.
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    Neymar’s contract runs out in 2025 and he does have the option to extend it to 2027.
    But it is claimed PSG want to part with the player sooner rather than later despite the player wanting to stay.
    Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani – a member of the Gulf state’s ruling royal family – is a front-runner in the race to take over at Old Trafford as the Glazers hold out for a £6billion fee.
    Al Thani’s bid is reportedly worth £5bn but he is promising to wipe the club’s debt and fund upgrades for both Old Trafford and Carrington.
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    The Glazers are set to sanction a THIRD round of bidding after refusing to accept any offer so far.
    TalkSPORT claims interested parties have been informed they have until the end of the month to submit revised offers.
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    Man Utd ‘hold Alexis Mac Allister transfer talks’ but fans instantly spot massive red flag in move for Argentina star

    MANCHESTER UNITED have reportedly opened talks with Alexis Mac Allister over a summer move – but fans aren’t convinced by his reported transfer demand.The Brighton midfielder has caught the eye of several teams over the last 18 months with a string of impressive displays.
    Manchester United have reportedly opened talks with Alexis Mac AllisterCredit: REX
    But not all Red Devils fans are keen on the potential signingCredit: REX
    Mac Allister really put himself in the shop window and in Argentina’s successful World Cup campaign last December.
    And, according to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, the Red Devils have already made overtures to sign the 24-year-old.
    Some of the Old Trafford faithful, however, aren’t convinced by the potential acquisition of Mac Allister.
    One tweeted: “[Moises] Caceido is a better choice.”
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    Another said: “No and no to that please.”
    And another said: “No, F**K No.”

    One remarked: “Caicedo or [Declan] Rice should be first priority.”
    Another chimed in: “[Lionel] Messi made him look good. He’s a fraud we’ve seen him yesterday.”
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    Some supporters were fine with the idea of Mac Allister coming in – but scoffed at the idea of United actually getting a deal done.
    One fan joked: “So that’s us out of the picture then.”
    Another remarked: “There’s no way we’re signing him then. We don’t conclude deals early in the transfer window.”
    One chimed in: “United making early transfers, pahahah.”
    Mac Allister inked a bumper new five-year deal – with the option of another 12 months – at the Amex weeks before last winter’s World Cup.
    But the Seagulls are seemingly open to cashing in on their star midfielder – for the right price.
    Club CEO Paul Barber told talkSPORT: “With Alexis, we sat down before the World Cup with his father, Carlos, and his agent.
    “That was about making sure Alexis was as settled as possible before the World Cup goal.
    “And afterwards, we ensured he got back focused on the Premier League – to his credit he absolutely has done. Has performed very, very well.
    “What the summer brings? We don’t know. What we do know is our players will come under a lot of scrutiny and interest.
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    “And we will manage that, as we always do, when and if it happens.”
    Brighton will be back in action on Wednesday, travelling to the City Ground to take on Prem strugglers Nottingham Forest. More

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    Harry Kane asking price revealed with Man Utd set to be told to pay £20m MORE than Real Madrid and Bayern

    TOTTENHAM will make Manchester United pay a premium if they are to beat European suitors to Harry Kane this summer, according to reports.SunSport reported last month that the Red Devils are confident of landing Kane ahead of next season, should Spurs finish outside the top four.
    Harry Kane will have one year remaining on his Tottenham contract at the end of the season and European giants are circlingCredit: Getty
    With the North Londoners’ Champions League hopes in tatters following their 6-1 mauling at Newcastle, a result that saw Cristian Stellini’s stay as acting head coach come to an abrupt end, United feel that they are well placed to pounce.
    The Red Devils would be willing to significantly boost Kane’s current £200,000 a week salary.
    And they believe that the 29-year-old would be interested in making the switch after contacting his camp via a third party.
    The England captain is viewed as unlikely to extend his contract with Tottenham this summer.
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    As it stands, the Telegraph claim that Spurs would demand at least £100million from a fellow Premier League club for Kane this summer.
    A team from abroad, however, may only be charged around £80m.
    Kane is believed to want to stay in the Premier League, as he chases down Alan Shearer’s all-time leading goalscorer record.
    Shearer finished on 260, with Kane currently third in the all-time list on 207.
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    He will likely move to second before the end of the season, with yesterday’s consolation strike against Newcastle moving him to within one of Wayne Rooney.
    Kane said in January that there had “not been much talking” with Spurs over a new contract but he was “sure there will be conversations over the coming months”.
    Despite Spurs’ woes, their No10 has still managed to bag 24 Prem goals so far this season.
    In February he became their all-time leading goalscorer, overtaking the legendary Jimmy Greaves.
    Spurs made the decision to axe acting head coach Stellini on Monday following meetings between Daniel Levy and key players.
    Kane’s friend and former team-mate Ryan Mason, 31, will be in charge until the end of the season.
    Tottenham have been linked with the likes of Julian Nagelsmann and Luis Enrique in their managerial hunt.
    While Arne Slot, Vincent Kompany and Ange Postecoglou have also been mentioned.
    Popular former boss Mauricio Pochettino, whose name has been sung by fans at recent matches, was reportedly never considered and is on the verge of joining Chelsea.
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    Chelsea could rekindle sensational Neymar interest in summer as PSG’s transfer plans are revealed

    CHELSEA could reignite their interest in Neymar with Paris Saint-Germain set to go in a new direction.The star forward joined PSG in 2017 following a world record £198million move from Barcelona.
    Chelsea could rekindle their interest in Paris Saint-Germain superstar NeymarCredit: Getty
    The Brazil international is still among the Parisians’ top earners but could be on his way out, even though his contract runs until 2025.
    According to The Mirror, that is because the 31-year-old has undergone another season blighted by injury as he is currently sidelined for the rest of the campaign after shattering his ankle.
    Neymar’s future is therefore uncertain with PSG set to take a new direction that will see them pulling the plug on high-profile deals.
    That could see Chelsea reignite their interest after owner Todd Boehly held a meeting earlier this year to check on the Brazilian’s availability.
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    The Blues could make another approach in the coming summer transfer window.
    Reports suggest there is at least one more Premier League club also keeping tabs on the Barcelona hero.
    But Neymar is not expected to have many options if he leaves the reigning French champions due to his high salary, release clause, injury record and advanced age.
    But PSG are also facing the prospect of losing Lionel Messi as well as Kylian Mbappe this summer.
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    Messi’s contract runs out in June with Barcelona showing a strong interest in re-signing their club legend, despite their financial woes.
    PSG are set for an new approach that will see them signing the best French talents and promoting their standout youth products from their state-of-the-art academy.
    That could also see Mbappe moving away as his lucrative deal comes up next year, with an option to extend until 2025.
    The star striker came close to joining Real Madrid in 2021 and the same drama could unfold in 2024.
    That is unless the France international accepts the option to extend or the club manages to sell him this summer to avoid losing him for free. More