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      Ivan Perisic wants to ‘quit Tottenham in summer transfer window just one-year after joining following tough season’

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      IVAN PERISIC hopes to quit Tottenham for old club Inter Milan after just one season, reports say.The Croatia legend, 34, still has another year left on his lucrative contract but has struggled with his first taste of English football.
      Spurs ace Ivan Perisic could head out of the Prem if claims in Italy are trueCredit: Getty
      Perisic played the whole game on Saturday as fifth-placed Spurs were stunned 3-2 at home by Bournemouth.
      But Tuttosport claim the 125-cap wideman would love to return to the Italian giants, despite his reported £170,000-a-week deal with Tottenham.
      Antonio Conte’s departure as Spurs boss in March also counts against Perisic staying in North London.
      Ex-Chelsea chief Conte got the best out of the former Borussia Dortmund and Wolfsburg winger in Italy.
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      Perisic won Serie A under Conte at Inter in 2020-21, also winning the Italian Cup and the Italian Super Cup the following season.
      And, when the pair were reunited at Spurs, Perisic said: “It’s a privilege to work with a coach like this.
      “He’s living football, every minute, every hour, every day. When he’s sleeping, he’s thinking about football.
      “I like his character and I know he’s going to do a great job here.”
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      Two-time Bundesliga winner Perisic also triumphed in the Champions League on a season’s loan from Inter at Bayern Munich.
      But he revealed his affection for Inter after sealing his Tottenham move.
      He posted on Instagram: “After 254 games, 55 goals, 49 assists, 3 trophies and 18,934 minutes spent on the pitch wearing this glorious jersey, my journey here has come to an end. ⁣⁣⁣
      “It was an unforgettable learning experience for me as a player and for my whole family. ⁣⁣⁣⁣
      “To the team, the staff, to all the employees but most importantly to the fans: you will always have a special place in my heart. ⁣⁣⁣
      “I leave feeling privileged having this club in my portfolio.” More

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      Liverpool star Roberto Firmino wanted by Roma in free transfer as Jose Mourinho looks to raid Reds for striker

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      LIVERPOOL forward Roberto Firmino is reportedly receiving interest from Jose Mourinho’s Roma.The Brazilian, 31, will become a free agent in the summer after it was confirmed he will not renew his contract at the end of the season.
      Roberto Firmino will become a free agent in the summerCredit: Reuters
      It brings to an end an eight-year spell at Anfield where he has contributed 109 goals and 79 assists in 359 appearances.
      But it has not yet been confirmed where he will be playing his football come the start of the 2023/24 campaign.
      According to journalist Nicolo Schira, Roma are keen on the South American forward.
      Mourinho’s men are set to qualify for the Champions League as they sit third in the Serie A table.
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      Roma are also still in with a chance of winning the Europa League, despite a 1-0 defeat to Feyenoord in the first leg of their quarter-final tie.
      But the Italian giants will need to pull out all the stops if they are to secure Firmino’s signature.
      He has been linked with Napoli, Barcelona, Bayern Munich and AC Milan.
      And earlier this week it was reported that Real Madrid are set to make a shock swoop for the former Hoffenheim man.
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      Firmino is best known for forming part of Liverpool’s deadly front trio alongside Mo Salah and Sadio Mane.
      But the arrivals of Luis Diaz, Darwin Nunez, Diogo Jota and Coady Gakpo have slowly seen his game time dwindle under Jurgen Klopp.
      Firmino’s agent Roger Wittmann confirmed last month that the Brazil international will depart Merseyside in the summer.
      He told Scores365: “I can confirm that [he will leave Liverpool]. It’s a nice way to leave after eight incredible years.” More

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      David De Gea has NO intention of taking £9MILLION-A-YEAR Man Utd pay cut… but won’t leave club on free transfer

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      DAVID DE GEA is unwilling to take an £9million-a-year pay cut at Manchester United.The Spaniard, 32, is keen to stay on after 12 years at Old Trafford.
      David De Gea is facing an £9million-a-year pay cut if he wants to stay at Man UtdCredit: AFP
      But, with United looking to reduce their wage bill, De Gea may have to compromise to secure his future.
      The keeper is United’s current top earner on £375,000 a week.
      And he has no plans to run down his contract and leave on a free next year.
      United want to keep him but their latest offer sits at £200,000 a week – less than fellow 30-somethings Casemiro and Raphael Varane.
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      United are hoping to reach a compromise by loading up on bonuses.
      But De Gea’s camp feel their man should not be asked to slip too far down the basic salary pecking order.
      Yet de Gea and United are still confident of reaching an acceptable middle ground, with both sides keen on a further three-year stay.
      Hopes of Marcel Sabitzer also being at United next term rest with Bayern Munich dropping their £25million asking price for the Austrian midfielder.
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      Manager Erik ten Hag is plotting a major summer overhaul of his squad.
      A striker, centre-back and “dynamic” midfielder are all said to be on his wishlist.
      The front man seems likely to be Napoli goal machine Victor Osimhen, who has scored 21 goals in 23 Serie A games.
      But Ten Hag wants quality reinforcements in all areas of the pitch.
      After shelling out over £200million in the summer on Antony, Casemiro, Lisandro Martinez and Tyrell Malacia, money was tight in the January window.
      Ten Hag added to his squad by bringing in Marcel Sabitzer, Wout Weghorst and Jack Butland on temporary deals.
      But permanent transfers are expected as Ten Hag looks to refresh in the summer.
      Part of the overhaul also includes waving goodbye to a number of players.
      It’s thought United are willing to listen to offers for Anthony Martial, Donny van de Beek and Scott McTominay.
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      Eric Bailly and Alex Telles, who are both out on loan this season, are also set to be moved on.
      Club captain Harry Maguire is another who has been linked with a move away. More

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      Man City began Jude Bellingham transfer charm offensive last October with gift to Borussia Dortmund star

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      MANCHESTER CITY began ramping up their charm offensive to land Jude Bellingham last October.They presented the midfielder with a shirt signed by Erling Haaland after the 0-0 draw with Borussia Dortmund.
      Man City hinted at their interest for Jude Bellingham after meeting Dortmund in a Champions League group game six months agoCredit: Getty
      Bellingham, 19, was invited into City’s dressing room and given the top his old team-mate  wore in the Champions League tie.
      Boss Pep Guardiola has made signing the England star his priority this  summer and City are  confident of  winning a bidding war with Real Madrid, despite Dortmund likely to want £130million.
      They feel the chance to work under Guardiola and link up again with Haaland  also gives them the edge.
      Manchester United are also thought to be keen.
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      But any serious offer from Old Trafford could depend on a potential takeover being completed in time for the summer window.
      Liverpool, however, appear to have backed out of the hunt because of the expected fee
      And Dortmund still believe they can keep Bellingham.
      The Bundesliga giants reckon the £138m deal they received from Barcelona for Ousmane Dembele in 2017 is a fair indicator of how much the ex-Birmingham teenager should command.
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      At the time France winger Dembele was just 20 — a few months older than Bellingham is now.
      Any move seems certain to shatter the £106m Chelsea paid Benfica for Enzo Fernandez in January. More

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      Marcel Sabitzer’s chances of Man Utd stay rest with Bayern Munich slashing hefty transfer asking price after loan

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      MARCEL SABITZER’S chances of a long-term stay at Old Trafford depend on Bayern Munich dropping their £25million asking price.Sabitzer has impressed since arriving on loan in January.
      Marcel Sabitzer’s Man Utd future depends on Bayern Munich dropping their asking priceCredit: Rex
      Sabitzer has impressed on his loan spell and scored twice midweek against SevillaCredit: Rex
      He scored both Manchester United’s goals in the Europa League draw with Sevilla.
      The Austrian midfielder unsurprisingly would like his move to Manchester to become permanent.
      And United boss Erik ten Hag is also keen to keep him.
      Bayern have made it clear they will not stand in his way.
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      But they are refusing to let him go on the cheap.
      Although Sabitzer, 29, was on the bench more than the starting line-up before he came to Manchester, he still has two years left on his contract.
      And Bayern have made it clear they want at least £20 million – plus a potential further £5m in add-ons – if United sign him this summer.
      Although at least one new striker is the priority for Ten Hag, he is also keen to add midfield strength to his squad.
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      Sabitzer has proved a popular member of the squad since arriving.
      And his attitude is impressing the coaching team. More

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      Fulham in search for new goalkeeper with fears Marek Rodak is seeking transfer exit after falling behind Bernd Leno

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      FULHAM are looking for a new keeper as they fear Marek Rodak will move on in the summer.The Slovakia international, 26, has hardly figured this season and with just a year left on his deal Marco Silva  is seeking cover.
      Marek Rodak is looking to move from FulhamCredit: Rex
      The 6ft4in shotstopper has been with the Cottagers since 2013, when he joined the club aged just 16 from MFK Kosice.
      He rose through the ranks at youth level – appearing in the Under-18 side, who reached the FA Youth Cup final in 2014.
      In 2017, after loan spells at Farnborough, Welling United, and Accrington Stanley, Rodak made his debut for the west London side in the League Cup tie against Wycombe Wanderers.
      Rodak would then join Rotherham United on loan for two seasons, where he made 84 appearances across League One and the Championship.
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      But he returned to Fulham in the 2019-20 season as the club’s No1, appearing 38 times as they earned promotion through the play-offs.
      However, his Premier League debut was one to forget – a 3-0 loss to Arsenal on the opening weekend of 2020-21 season saw him play back-up to Alphonse Areola.
      Last summer, Fulham splashed £8million on signing German goalie Bernd Leno from Arsenal.
      Rodak was once again relegated to the bench, although he has appeared six times this campaign.
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      Before the campaign, manager Silva revealed he had an “easy conversation” telling the 16-cap international he would be Leno’s stand in.
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      “Conversations are always so easy in football,” he said.
      “I’m here to take decisions and the players know, from the first day, I’m always with them. In front of them when something goes wrong, and behind them if I have to push them. But I’m here to take decisions that are best for Fulham.
      “I’m here to decide what is the best eleven for each game, what is the best players for each game as well. And that’s it.
      “My conversation with Marek was really simple, like all the other players.” More

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      Liverpool tracking Bradley Barcola over summer transfer with 20-year-old tipped to be top star at Lyon

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      LIVERPOOL are reportedly tracking Lyon star Bradley Barcola.And they could launch a move for the exciting winger this summer.
      Liverpool are keeping an eye on Lyon’s Bradley Barcola ahead of a potential summer swoopCredit: AP
      Barcola, 20, burst onto the scene with 13 first-team appearances last term.
      But he has upped this game this season, scoring seven goals and assisting a further four in 25 matches.
      Barcola has already been summoned to the France U21 squad.
      And many in his homeland are tipping the ace to eventually win a senior call-up from Didier Deschamps.
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      According to Fabrizio Romano, Barcola is now attracting interest from lots of top European sides.
      But it’s Liverpool who are leading the race for the wide forward.
      The Reds have reportedly sent scouts to watch Barcola on several occasions.
      And he could find himself on his way to Anfield when the transfer window opens this summer.
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      Jurgen Klopp has made no secret of his desire for a mega rebuild.
      He had been hoping to sign Jude Bellingham from Borussia Dortmund.
      But it’s reckoned Liverpool have dropped out of the race after being put off by his £130million price tag.
      The Reds are thought to also be tracking Chelsea star Mason Mount and midfield teammate Conor Gallagher.
      And there could also be reinforcements in defence following Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold’s decline in form. More

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      Chelsea to make final push to convince Mason Mount to sign new long-term contract amid Liverpool transfer interest

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      CHELSEA are tipped to make a final push to persuade Mason Mount to sign a new long-term deal – as Liverpool, Manchester United and City hover.The midfielder, 24, is under contract until June 2024 but reportedly wants to roughly triple his £80,000 weekly wages.
      Chelsea still hope to keep England ace Mason Mount, who came off the bench late on in Saturday’s home Premier League clash with BrightonCredit: Reuters
      ESPN say the Blues will renew their bid to extend Mount’s stay – or sell him this summer if they fail.
      The Stamford Bridge academy product is thought to regard fellow England star Reece James’ pay of £250k a week as a benchmark figure.
      And it’s understood Liverpool plus the two Manchester giants have asked to be kept informed of the situation.
      Newcastle too are said to be keen as Mount and Chelsea have made no obvious progress in talks over the past two months.
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      The Blues hope to keep Mount but he’s no longer an automatic choice following ex-boss Graham Potter’s blitz of January signings.
      And the playmaker only came on for the final 16 minutes of Saturday’s home Premier League clash with Brighton.
      Another obstacle for Chelsea is the need to cut their playing budget and stick to UEFA’s Financial Fair Play regulations.
      That’s because nearly £600million on signings has been splashed since Todd Boehly’s consortium took over the club last May.
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      Juventus and Thomas Tuchel’s Bayern Munich could also have one eye on Mount.
      Meanwhile, the Blues are busy interviewing possible permanent successors to Potter as Frank Lampard continues his interim reign.  More