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      Fans say ‘thanks but no thanks’ as Man Utd make permanent Wout Weghorst transfer decision after Burnley loan

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      MANCHESTER UNITED supporters have provided their response after reports emerged that Wout Weghorst will not be offered a permanent deal.The 30-year-old Dutch forward shone for his country at the World Cup and that led to his surprise switch to Old Trafford in January.
      Man Utd have reportedly made a decision on Wout Weghorst’s futureCredit: Rex
      The star joined United on loan from Burnley and started the first 19 matches that he was available for under Erik ten Hag.
      He also became a favourite with fans due to his hard-working displays but he has only managed to score twice for the club – although none of which came from his 13 Premier League outings.
      Weghorst has found himself dropped to the bench over recent weeks but The Telegraph claim that he wants to stay at United this summer.
      However, they also add that no talks have even started over a permanent deal and another report from the Manchester Evening News claims that he will be set for disappointment.
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      They say that United have already decided that they will not make a move to sign him.
      And Ten Hag has allegedly instead drawn-up a four-man shortlist for a replacement striker.
      Now supporters have been reacting to that news and, despite their admiration for the efforts of the 6ft 6in target man, it was almost a universal “thanks but no thanks”.
      One tweeted: “Been a good loan he’s given his all but definitely doesn’t merit a permanent deal.”
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      Another wrote: “They should not continue with him. Just buy a quality striker and use [Anthony] Martial as your back-up.”
      A fellow fan commented: “This guy can’t score a goal. I like him but I only have an issue with him when it comes to scoring goals.”
      As another simply commented: “Thanks Wout… but NO THANKS!”
      Weghorst still has two years remaining on his contract at newly-promoted Burnley having joined the Clarets for £12.5million from Wolfsburg in January 2022 More

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      Arsenal star Kieran Tierney targeted by Aston Villa to reunite with Unai Emery but two Premier League rivals also keen

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      UNAI EMERY is reportedly eyeing a reunion with Kieran Tierney at Aston Villa.The 51-year-old Spaniard has performed a stunning job since replacing Steven Gerrard in the Villa Park dug-out in October.
      Kieran Tierney is wanted by Aston Villa in this summer transfer windowCredit: Getty
      Emery is now closing in on bringing European football back to Villa for the first time in 13 years with the manager already looking for reinforcements to bolster his squad.
      And now a fresh report from the Daily Mail claims that Arsenal’s 25-year-old left-back is also on his transfer wishlist.
      Emery brought Scottish international Tierney to the Emirates back in 2019 while he was in charge of the Gunners.
      The ex-Celtic ace became a big fan favourite in North London but he has been limited to just five starts for the Premier League title challengers this term.
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      He suffered a serious knee injury last season, leading to boss Mikel Arteta bringing in Oleksandr Zinchenko from Manchester City in the summer and the Ukrainian has made the full-back spot his own.
      And now Tierney could decide to try and push for a move elsewhere in order to get more regular action with his former manager keen.
      However, Tierney is also attracting interest from elsewhere in England.
      Sun Sport exclusively revealed that Newcastle are confident of landing the ace with Eddie Howe on the lookout for a new left-back.
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      And title rivals City are also believed to be keen on snapping him up too.
      Meanwhile, Emery knows that failing to qualify for Europe could have a serious impact on the calibre of player he is able to bring in this summer.
      He said: “Maybe, yes, but it’s not changing the mind I have, the idea we spoke about.
      “We want to create a strong structure here, a strong mentality. You have to build a team like a family. 
      “If we are in Europe – we will add some possibility to take away trophies, playing more matches, for me it will be fantastic.
      “If it’s not this year, my idea and objective is the same – try to play in Europe with Aston Villa.
      “Not only just to play in Europe but I want to play in the Champions League with Aston Villa.”
      Villa head to Wolves today having dropped to eighth following the midweek action but are only a point behind sixth-placed Brighton. More

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      Victor Osimhen breaks silence on Man Utd transfer after helping Napoli end 33-year Serie A title drought

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      NAPOLI superstar Victor Osimhen has broken his silence over a potential blockbuster transfer this summer.The Nigerian striker has fired the Italian club to their first Serie A title in 33 years in record-breaking fashion.
      Napoli’s Victor Osimhen is wanted by a host of clubs across EuropeCredit: AFP
      He has scored 27 goals in all competitions, and his strike to earn a draw at Udinese on Thursday to clinch the Scudetto made him the highest-scoring African player in a single season in Italian top-flight history.
      But the 24-year-old’s performances have caught the eye of a host of clubs across the continent.
      Chelsea are known to be interested as they hunt for a new striker under incoming boss Mauricio Pochettino.
      Manchester United would also like to bring Osimhen to the Premier League.
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      The ace has other suitors in Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain but it was widely-believed that Osimhen would prefer a move to England’s top flight.
      However, when he was asked about his future during the celebrations on Thursday, the hotshot refused to give anything away.

      Osimhen said: “I’m thrilled with this victory.
      “I’m happy for me, for the team and for the fans.
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      “I can’t wait to come back in Naples to embrace our fans, even though tonight I already felt the warmth of the people. I’m happy for all the Neapolitans.”
      Osimhen then added: “I scored the Scudetto goal, it’s true, but anyone else could have scored it.
      “I feel like a leader and I never give up. Future? Now I want to enjoy this historic moment, this is not the time to think about my future.” More

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      Leicester star Harvey Barnes ‘set to switch Premier League clubs in shock transfer’ after stalling on new deal

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      LEICESTER CITY could be set to lose Harvey Barnes as well as James Maddison this summer, according to a new report.We reported earlier this week that Foxes star Maddison, 26, looks certain to depart even if they survive in the Premier League.
      Leicester are bracing themselves for interest in winger Harvey BarnesCredit: Alamy
      However, a fresh new report claims that fellow winger Barnes “could follow him out of the exit door” as a host of clubs track the 25-year-old.
      The former West Brom loanee has scored ten goals in 30 top-flight appearances this term and is valued at around £60m by Leicester.
      He is likely to “attract bids” at the end of the season and the Foxes are bracing themselves for plenty of interest.
      Newcastle have previously enquired about the England international last year.
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      Now Tottenham and Aston Villa are also believed to be “watching developments closely” as they plot a swoop, says the Daily Mail.
      While Maddison is about to enter the last 12 months of his deal, Barnes is contracted to Leicester until 2025.
      However, no “meaningful discussions” have taken place over an extension.
      But this fresh update states that whether they stay up or suffer relegation, a “huge overhaul” of the squad will occur in the summer window.
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      There are eight first-team players that are out of contract and are expected to leave.
      And the Foxes know that they could get the chance to cash in and help fund a rebuild by selling Barnes and Maddison. More

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      Brighton complete £30m club-record transfer for Watford striker Joao Pedro with Liverpool’s James Milner lined up next

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      BRIGHTON have completed the club record signing of Joao Pedro from Championship side Watford.The Seagulls have forked out just shy of £30million for the Brazilian striker, with the deal having the potential to rise to £35m.
      Joao Pedro has completed a move to BrightonCredit: Getty
      Brighton announce the transfer earlier todayCredit: https://twitter.com/OfficialBHAFC/status/1654508753536835585
      The deal smashes Brighton’s previous transfer recordCredit: Getty
      Pedro, 21, has signed a five-year deal at The Amex and will join the club when the summer transfer window officially opens following this season.
      The deal breaks Brighton’s previous club record signing of £20m paid to Bristol City in 2019 to sign defender Adam Webster and is a huge fee for Watford.
      Pedro has 11 goals and four assists in 35 Championship appearances this season.
      Roberto De Zerbi’s side are also set to sign Liverpool midfielder James Milner on a free transfer.
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      Milner, 37, is out of contract at Anfield this summer and is expected to agree a one-year deal on the south coast, joining former Liverpool teammate Adam Lallana at The Amex.
      Following the Pedro announcement, Seagulls technical director, David Weir, said: “Joao has been a long-term target of ours, and he has also attracted a lot of interest from across Europe.
      “So, we are delighted to have reached an agreement with a key target for the club ahead of the summer window opening, and it is great for Joao that he can focus on the new season, with his immediate future settled.
      “He’s a brilliant young talent, technically very good, quick and with an eye for goal.
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      “He will complement our existing forward line very well.
      “He also has settled well here, with good experience of both the Premier League and Championship and more than 100 games for Watford.”
      Here’s how the 21-year-old has performed this season More

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      Eddie Howe breaks silence on Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar links as he reveals Newcastle transfer strategy

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      EDDIE HOWE has distanced himself from speculation linking Newcastle with ambitious moves for Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar. The Magpies have been fairly modest in the transfer window despite sitting upon a pile of cash after their big money takeover in 2021.
      Speculation has repeatedly linked Ronaldo with a move to rich NewcastleCredit: AFP
      Neymar’s contract with PSG expires in 2025Credit: AFP
      The club’s biggest expenditure so far has been Alexander Isak for £63m from Real Sociedad, and he continues to show plenty of positive signs.
      Howe has revealed the club are looking at younger, exciting prospects and not established stars like Ronaldo and Neymar.
      The Toon boss said: “A lot of the names aren’t accurate. We need to recruit wisely.
      “We want to discover them before they explode onto the world stage. We need to go underneath, find them young and develop them. I know the direction.”
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      Reports have indicated Newcastle would use their wads of cash to convince Ronaldo to move to the north-east.
      Speculation has grown this week after rumours that Ronaldo wanted to leave Al-Nassr.
      Meanwhile, Neymar is increasingly being linked with a Premier League move with Chelsea and Newcastle reported to be among the candidates.
      Howe’s statement suggests Newcastle will continue with the transfer strategy that has served the club well over the past 18 months.
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      With the exception of older players like Chris Wood, Newcastle have tended to target younger stars.
      Bruno Guimaraes and Anthony Gordon have been among those bought in to energise the squad.
      The plan has worked and Newcastle are set for their highest league finish in 20 years.
      They sit 3rd, six points clear of 5th-place Liverpool. More

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      Arsenal learn Moises Caicedo price as fans complain transfer will cost ‘almost as much as Bellingham’

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      ARSENAL have learned how much they will need to pay in order to land Moises Caicedo after Brighton reportedly named their asking price. Caicedo, who starred in Brighton’s 1-0 win over Manchester United, was the subject of a £70million bid from the Gunners in the January transfer window.
      Moises Caicedo’s asking price has been revealedCredit: Getty
      Caicedo put in a strong performance to help Brighton beat Manchester United
      However, the Seagulls rejected this offer and Caicedo has remained a key part of Roberto de Zerbi’s set-up on the south coast after signing a new long-term contract running to 2027.
      But now Brighton have named their asking price for any potential suitors for the midfielder.
      According to Sky Sports, they will expect offers “well in excess” of the £70m offer submitted by Arsenal in January.
      The report adds that Brighton will not stand in the 21-year-old’s way if a suitable bid is arrives this summer.
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      Arsenal have retained their interest in Caicedo, with the Ecuador international reportedly one of the top names on Mikel Arteta’s six-man summer shopping list.
      Caicedo’s strong form this season has also piqued the interest of clubs such as Manchester United, Liverpool and Chelsea.
      Reacting to the news online, one Twitter user said: “Bellingham won’t go for much more than that.
      “Good player but I’d be disappointed if we paid that for him after saying Jude was too expensive.”
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      A second typed: “Caicedo is not worth £100m. Yes he’s good but that’s just a scam.”
      A third wrote: “If Brighton demand £100m+ for Caicedo we should walk. He’s not worth that and neither is Declan Rice.”
      The same policy goes for fellow Brighton star Alexis Mac Allister, who has reportedly held talks with Man Utd over a transfer. More

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      Chelsea fans all say the same thing as club linked with shock Zaha free transfer due to Pochettino ‘admiration’

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      CHELSEA are keeping tabs on Crystal Palace star Wilfried Zaha ahead of the summer transfer window, reports suggest.Zaha’s contract runs out in June and although Palace have offered him the most lucrative contract in the club’s history, which will see him earn £200,000 per week, he is still likely to become a free agent.
      Chelsea fans are not keen on the prospect of signing Crystal Palace star Wilfried ZahaCredit: Getty
      According to The Mail, the Blues are among the clubs eyeing the winger, who has also attracted interest from AC Milan, Inter Milan, Napoli, Marseille and Saudi Arabia.
      However, sources close to the West Londoners insist the Stamford Bridge outfit is emerging as a serious contender for the Ivory Coast international’s signature.
      Mauricio Pochettino, who poses as the likeliest candidate to become Chelsea’s new manager, is a big admirer of the 30-year-old.
      In fact, Pochettino tried to sign Zaha during his five-year stint at Tottenham before he left in 2019.
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      However, Chelsea fans don’t seem very excited of that prospect because the squad is already filled with forwards.
      Todd Boehly has splashed over £500,000million ever since taking over the club’s fortunes last summer and has filled the team with attacking options.
      The likes of Raheem Sterling, Mykhailo Mudryk, Joao Felix, Mason Mount, Noni Madueke, Hakim Ziyech, Christian Pulisic and Kai Havertz are all vying for minutes.
      One fan tweeted: “Ah yes, just what they need. More wingers.”
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      Another posted: “Who is [it]? Is it Pochettino or Boehly?”
      A third commented: “They’re gonna keep making the same mistakes aren’t they?”
      This fan said: “He’ll only go to a Champions League [club].”
      And that one stated: “Downgrade.”
      However, selling attackers in the summer is a priority for Chelsea as they want the squad to become more manageable and ensure they fall within Financial Fair Play rules. More