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    Newcastle ‘join Declan Rice race with Magpies in ambitious attempt to beat Arsenal and Man Utd to West Ham ace transfer’

    NEWCASTLE have reportedly joined the race to sign Declan Rice this summer.But they will have to see off competition from Arsenal and Manchester United for the West Ham captain.
    Declan Rice is a shock target for ambitious NewcastleCredit: Rex
    Rice, 24, has spent his entire pro career in east London.
    He’s played 232 times after making his senior debut in 2017.
    But the England ace is now being tipped for a move away this summer.
    Rice has made no secret of his desire to play Champions League football.
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    And Arsenal are thought to be leading the charge for his signature.
    United are also interested in Rice as they bid to return to Europe’s elite competition.
    However, Newcastle are now ready to stun their rivals after a spectacular season under Eddie Howe.
    The Magpies are third in the table and look good for a shock Champions League spot after some impressive results.
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    Joelinton and Bruno Guimaraes have established themselves as key figures in Newcastle’s midfield.
    And Relevo claims Rice is seen as the missing piece of the three-man jigsaw to turn Newcastle into title contenders.
    Indeed, there has already been contact between Toon and Rice’s representatives.
    However, any side ready to sign the anchorman will have to break the bank.
    West Ham boss David Moyes declared last year that Rice’s price-tag is a staggering £150million.
    And it’s reckoned the star is now valued at around £75m, with his contract up in 2024. More

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    Jose Mourinho ‘to push for Chelsea move’ if Boehly makes offer, with Special One keen on Blues and one other club

    JOSE MOURINHO is allegedly only prepared to leave Roma for two clubs – but will reportedly “push” for a return to Chelsea.It emerged last week that Blues owner Todd Boehly had sounded out the Special One over a sensational THIRD stint in charge of the club.
    Jose Mourinho is being linked with an exit from RomaCredit: Getty
    Chelsea, who face Real Madrid tonight in the Champions League quarter-final, are currently without a permanent manager after Graham Potter was axed.
    That led to Boehly deciding to bring back former Blues boss Frank Lampard to take charge of the team until the end of the season on a caretaker basis while he searches for a long-term replacement for Potter.
    Mourinho, 60, is currently riding high in Serie A after guiding Roma to third in the Italian top-flight and led them to Europa Conference League joy last term.
    He has been linked with a move to Paris Saint-Germain this summer while Crisriano Ronaldo’s Saudi Arabia club Al-Nassr are allegedly plotting a mega-money deal to try and secure his services.
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    However, Foot Mercato journalist Santi Aouna says Mourinho “is ready to leave Roma only for certain clubs” – including both Chelsea and PSG.
    He states that if the Blues make an offer then the Portuguese coach will “push to go” there with his family home still in West London.
    Roma are also “open” to his departure – although this fresh update states that Mourinho is “not interested” in Saudi Arabia.
    Mourinho first took charge of Chelsea in 2004 after guiding Porto to an unlikely Champions League triumph.
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    He guided the Blues to two Premier League titles, two FA Cups and two League Cup trophies.
    But he left Stamford Bridge in September 2007 following a series of disagreements with former owner Roman Abramovich.
    The Special One returned six years later after leaving Real Madrid and guided the Blues to a league and cup double in the 2014-15 season.
    But his second love affair with the club ended in dismissal in September 2015 as he was axed following a dire run of nine defeats in 15 league matches.
    He enjoyed Europa League and Carabao Cup joy at Manchester United after that before a two-year stint at Tottenham ended in 2021. More

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    Arsenal ‘set to launch shock Wilfried Zaha transfer bid but face competition from Monaco’ with star available for free

    ARSENAL are set to launch a shock move for Wilfried Zaha but face competition from a host of clubs, according to reports.The Crystal Palace star is set to leave the club on a free transfer this summer with his contract expiring.
    Arsenal are set to make a move to sign Wilfried Zaha on a free transferCredit: Getty
    Foot Mercato report that the Gunners are interested in the player and would be able to afford his supposedly hefty wages.
    Arsenal were interested in Zaha back in 2019 but instead opted to sign Nicolas Pepe from Lille.
    The likes of Bundesliga duo Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund are also keen on snapping up the Ivorian international on a free transfer.
    Ligue 1 side Monaco are also in the race but may reportedly be priced out.
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    Zaha wants to stay in Europe and play Champions League level football next season.
    However, he is set to be offered lucrative deals by Saudi Arabian sides Al-Nassr and Al-Ittihad that could tempt him away.
    The 30-year-old has played 455 times for Crystal Palace, netting 89 goals.
    He has found the back of the net just six times this season in 25 games.
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    Zaha had a spell at Manchester United back in the 2013/14 but things did not go to plan and he swiftly returned to Palace where he begun his career.
    The player was close to leaving Selhurst Park last summer when Chelsea came calling but the transfer did not materialise. More

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    Tottenham ‘to DROP Hugo Lloris to bench as Spurs chief targets shock transfer for £40m-rated superstar goalkeeper’

    TOTTENHAM are ready to DROP Hugo Lloris as the club eye a transfer for Napoli goalkeeper Alex Meret, according to reports.The 36-year-old is the current club captain and he is into his 11th season at Spurs.
    Hugo Lloris could be dropped to the bench if Tottenham land a new goalkeeper this summerCredit: Getty
    Alex Meret is wanted by TottenhamCredit: Alamy
    However, Tottenham are looking for a new younger No1 and are lining up a £40million deal for Meret.
    NapoliCalcioLive claim that even if the Italian arrives, Lloris will not leave the club.
    Instead, he is likely to be benched for next season.
    Tottenham are said to be preparing to speak to the Meret’s representatives ahead of a summer move.
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    Napoli would not like to lose him but are aware the stopper’s contract expires at the end of next season.
    The report states that Spurs have been massively impressed by Meret, who has kept 17 clean sheets in 37 games for the Serie A leaders in all competitions.
    The 26-year-old has helped Napoli gain an incredible 16-point advantage at the top of the table and make the Champions League quarter-final.
    Meret has been capped by Italy three times in his career.
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    It appears that Spurs chief Daniel Levy is ready to open negotiations despite it being unclear who will manage the club next season.
    Antonio Conte was sacked after his explosive rant and Crisitian Stellini is in interim charge until the end of the campaign.
    Champions League football could help tempt Meret to North London and Spurs currently sit in fifth place, three points behind Newcastle and Manchester United in third and fourth respectively.
    Tottenham face Bournemouth on Saturday before huge clashes with the Red Devils and the Toon this month. More

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    Liverpool PULL OUT of Jude Bellingham transfer race for incredible reason in major boost to Man Utd and Chelsea

    LIVERPOOL have ended their pursuit of Borussia Dortmund star Jude Bellingham, according to reports.The England international has been tipped to make a summer move amid interest from several Premier League teams.
    Liverpool have made an opening bid in the race to sign Jude BellinghamCredit: Getty
    It is believed Dortmund are open to offers for the midfielder as this summer will be their last opportunity to cash in big.
    But Liverpool are no longer in the running to sign Bellingham, according to The Times.
    The Reds are plotting a midfield rebuild this summer but are not keen on spending such a big sum on one player, with Dortmund believed to have set an asking price of £130million for Bellingham.
    They also reportely want to avoid being drawn into a long drawn-out saga, with Dortmund happy to play hardball.
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    Klopp is a big fan of Bellingham but Liverpool could turn to cheaper targets such as Mason Mount and Youri Tielemans, who is available on a free.
    That is a bonus for the likes of Manchester United and Chelsea, both of whom hold a long-term interest in the teenager.
    Real Madrid are also said to be interested in Bellingham but are unwilling to match Dortmund’s hefty asking price.
    That could prompt Paris Saint-Germain to make a move, with the 19-year-old said to be a “strong target”.
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    Dortmund are hoping to keep hold of Bellingham for one more season.
    The club are planning to offer him a new contract that would see his salary increase by 150 per cent up to £13million for the year.
    The outlet also claims that his contract would include a release clause of £131m.
    This would allow Bellingham to leave the club to potential buyers while also guaranteeing the Bundesliga side a large transfer fee. More

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    Man Utd transfer boost with Barcelona ‘ready to sell Red Devils target Ansu Fati and keep two ex-Prem stars’

    MANCHESTER UNITED have received a transfer boost with Barcelona plotting to sell Ansu Fati, according to reports.The wonderkid has been on the radar of several Premier League clubs since breaking through at the Nou Camp.
    Barcelona are open to selling Ansu FatiCredit: AFP
    He has mostly featured as a substitute for Xavi’s side this term but has contributed seven goals and three assists in all competitions.
    However Barcelona’s dire financial situation means they could be forced to sell one or two prized assets this summer.
    And Fati could be sold for a big fee according to Sport.
    The report claims Barca would rather keep ex-Premier League stars Ferran Torres and Rapinha, and sell Fati instead.
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    But it is believed Barcelona would rather sell a player they paid no money for, such as Franck Kessie or Andreas Christensen, both of whom arrived on a free last summer.
    Fati could also be included since he is an academy graduate.
    United could look to pounce this summer with the 20-year-old reportedly offered to several European clubs by his agent Jorge Mendes.
    Fati was even urged to quit Barcelona by his father, who believes he is not getting enough game time to progress his career.
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    Fati is also believed to have attracted interest from Arsenal and Liverpool.
    And the pair have reportedly been in contact with the forward’s representatives, along with United. More

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    Chelsea want ‘the Gambian Hurricane’ for bargain transfer fee but face fight with Premier League rivals

    CHELSEA hope to whip up a storm with the signing of the “Gambian Hurricane.”But they face a fight from several Premier League rivals for football’s latest top young talent.
    Gambian striker Adama Bojang is wanted by Chelsea and a host of other clubs this summerCredit: Alamy
    Adama Bojang, 18, set the AFCON U20s tournament alight in March with four goals for The Gambia.
    The striker, who idolises Cristiano Ronaldo, still plays in his homeland for Steve Biko FC.
    And he is now attracting interest from numerous top English sides.
    The Mail claims Chelsea are leading the race to sign Bojang, known as the “Gambian Hurricane” by fans.
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    Standing 6ft 3in tall, the forward has power and speed in abundance.
    And many are already comparing him to Napoli superstar Victor Osimhen, who is also on Chelsea’s radar this summer.
    Todd Boehly has made no secret of his desire to bring the world’s top starlets to Stamford Bridge.
    And Bojang fits the bill, even though he would need to immediately leave on loan until he can secure a work permit.
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    But Chelsea face a battle to land the teen hitman.
    Rivals Tottenham are big fans as they plan for life without Harry Kane.
    Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest also like the look of Bojang, who is valued at a bargain £650,000.
    And there is interest from other European clubs too, with Marseille, Ajax and Royal Antwerp also keeping tabs.
    Reflecting on a future move, Bojang said: “I’ve heard about the news and I am excited about it.
    “It boosts my morale. I’m focusing more on consistency which motivates me a lot, because seeing such clubs following you is a great feeling.
    “Through consistency it will make them hungrier for me.
    “I want to be like Cristiano Ronaldo, because he’s my favourite when it comes to the big name players.
    “I’ve been watching his videos on YouTube after games. He posts his workout there so sometimes I try to watch those and motivate myself through that.” More

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    Bournemouth star ‘banished from first team’ despite relegation battle after ‘opening talks over free transfer’

    BOURNEMOUTH star Jordan Zemura has reportedly been banished from the first-team after opening talks with Udinese over a free transfer. The left-back has allegedly been sent to train with the club’s development squad and will not play again this season.
    Jordan Zemura has been banished from the Bournemouth first-teamCredit: Rex
    The Athletic report that the Cherries are unhappy with the 23-year-old due to him beginning discussions with Italian outfit Udinese over a potential summer move.
    Zemura is out of contract at the end of the season and it appears he will not be staying on the South Coast.
    He has been an important part of the Bournemouth team this season, playing 22 times in all competitions.
    The Zimbabwe international was also key in the club’s promotion last term, appearing in 34 games.
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    However, he has not been in any of the last five matchday squads.
    Bournemouth are in the midst of a relegation battle and sit 15th, three points above the drop zone.
    Either January loan signing Matias Vina or Lloyd Kelly are expected to play at left-back for the remainder of the campaign.
    When asked about the Zemura situation last month, manager Gary O’Neil replied: “I think Jordan has had a good time here, of course.
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    “My job at the moment, I don’t get involved at all in contract situations, just purely on team selection.
    “As we saw, Kelly is back fit now and can play left-back. We’ve got a Uruguay international back available, Vina, who has trained well.”
    Zemura has also been linked with moves to West Ham and Leeds. More