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      Harry Kane ‘open to running down Tottenham contract and leaving on FREE TRANSFER’ amid Man Utd interest

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      HARRY KANE is open to running down his Tottenham contract, according to reports.SunSport revealed last month that Manchester United are confident they can sign the Spurs striker, should the North Londoners miss out on a Champions League spot.
      Harry Kane has 14 months remaining on his contractCredit: Getty
      Kane, 29, has 14 months remaining on his Tottenham deal, and figures within the club are growing doubtful over whether he will pen a new one.
      According to the Telegraph, the England skipper would consider seeing out his deal at Tottenham before leaving on a free transfer.
      Man United would be willing to offer him a £100,000 boost on his current £200k-a-week Spurs deal.
      While players leaving on free transfers can often command huge signing-on-fees.
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      Red Devils fans sang “we’ll see you in June” at Kane during last night’s 2-2 draw with Tottenham.
      United chiefs were encouraged after a positive meeting with the striker’s representatives via intermediaries last month.
      But they would like to complete a deal quickly, and avoid a long drawn-out summer transfer saga.
      The Red Devils have experienced difficult negotiations with Spurs chairman Daniel Levy in the past, while recruiting Dimitar Berbatov and Michael Carrick.
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      Should Levy fail to accept a bid prior to the beginning of pre-season, United could turn to other targets.
      Asked about United fans’ chants last night, Kane refused to be drawn.
      He said: “I heard what they were saying but I’m just focused on this team and trying to finish strongly.”
      Spurs’ all-time leading scorer then opened up on what went on at Spurs earlier this week, with Cristian Stellini having been sacked as acting head coach on Monday.
      He said: “The chairman asked for a meeting. Obviously I won’t go into what was said but I think it was important [for him] to understand where the players’ heads were at that moment.
      “Obviously coming off the back of that result. And it wasn’t just that result. It had been building up since the international break when we conceded the two goals against Southampton.
      “It was an honest conversation of where everyone is at and what we need to try to do to give us the best possible chance to finish the season with something.
      “We’re still fighting for fourth place but if it’s not fourth we’ll try to finish fifth or sixth, as high up as we can.
      “In this league, it’s so competitive, you can easily end up 8th or 9th if you’re not careful. That’s what it was – to give us the best chance. And I’m glad we reacted like that today.”
      Kane’s name was sung by Man United fans last nightCredit: Getty More

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      Arsenal could shelve Rice and Caicedo deals to fund more transfers including Mount in huge overhaul with SIX stars going

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      MIKEL ARTETA is reconsidering Arsenal’s summer transfer strategy following this week’s painful defeat at Manchester City.The club had been planning to make just two major signings and had allocated up to £150million to bid for central midfielders Declan Rice and Moises Caicedo.
      Arsenal have been linked with a big money move for Declan RiceCredit: Getty
      The Gunnners failed with a January swoop for Moises CaicedoCredit: Getty
      But Arteta feels other areas of his squad also need strengthening.
      And now they are exploring ways to finance moves for two more defenders and possibly another winger.
      Arteta’s rethink comes after noting his team’s title challenge was undermined by centre-half William Saliba’s injury absence.
      The French international, 22, was the only first-team regular unavailable for Wednesday’s trip to the Etihad yet his team simply could not cope with City.
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      Losing 4-1 was a huge title blow and Arteta said: “It is extremely hard to reach City’s levels, and we were nowhere near.”
      And with Arsenal returning to the Champions League next season after a six-year absence, Arteta knows too many squad players are not up to the required standard to play at the very highest level.
      Arteta has relied on a core of 11 players all season but had difficulty maintaining performances with any unavailable.
      Rob Holding, Fabio Vieira, Jakub Kiwior, Eddie Nketiah and Reiss Nelson struggled when asked to cover as Arsenal have seen an eight-point lead over City at the top turn into a potential four-point deficit.
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      Kieran Tierney and Emile Smith Rowe are unhappy with a lack of game time and Folarin Balogun made it clear he is reluctant to return from his Reims loan if he is not going to be a first-team regular.
      Yet they could all be told to stay put as back-up next term.
      There is still hope of persuading Nelson to sign a new deal before his current one expires at the end of the season.
      Other players out on loan — including Nicolas Pepe, Albert Sambi Lokonga, Nuno Tavares, Ainsley Maitland-Niles, Cedric Soares and Pablo Mari — do not figure in Arteta’s plans and will be sold to generate funds.
      Brighton’s 3-1 midweek loss at Nottingham Forest means Arsenal have now sealed Champions League qualification.
      That will boost their coffers by around £80m and Arteta has nearly £70m burning a hole in his pocket after failed January moves for Caicedo and Mykhailo Mudryk.
      Yet West Ham captain Rice could cost as much as £100m and Caceido will not come much cheaper as Brighton rejected Arsenal’s £60m bid then persuaded the 21-year-old to sign a new contract to 2027.
      Now Arsenal are looking at potentially cheaper alternatives, with Chelsea’s Mason Mount and Leicester’s Youri Tielemans — who will be a free agent in the summer — both on their radar.
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      Valladolid full-back Ivan Fresneda remains a target and there is also interest in Crystal Palace centre-half Marc Guehi.
      Arteta is determined to make sure this title challenge is not a one-off and wants substantial investment for next term.
      Mason Mount is a potential summer targetCredit: Getty
      Youri Tielemans is another option on Arsenal’s radarCredit: Rex More

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      How Man Utd could line up with Neymar and Harry Kane after stunning double transfer swoop

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      MANCHESTER UNITED could make a sensational summer bid for Paris Saint-Germain superstar Neymar and Tottenham star Harry Kane.SunSport understand United could pull off a double megadeal if Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al Thani takes over the club from the Glazers.
      Harry Kane and Neymar would spearhead Manchester United’s attack
      Manchester United could sign Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar if Shiekh Jassim takes overCredit: Getty
      Manchester United’s move for Neymar wouldn’t rule out a bid for Tottenham star Harry KaneCredit: Getty
      Sheikh Jassim is eyeing a marquee signing to show his intention of restoring the Red Devils at the top of the Premier League as well as Europe.
      And the Qatari billionaire is planning to start with Neymar, who could be on his way out of PSG due to a raft of injuries, his mammoth salary and club’s decision to change direction.
      A move for the Brazil international does not necessarily rule out a bid for long-time target Kane.
      The England captain is still thought to be at the top of United’s transfer list this summer.
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      If the two world class forwards arrive at Old Trafford then manager Erik ten Hag would have a star-studded line-up at his disposal.
      Neymar could cover the right wing and Kane would spearhead the attack with star man Marcus Rashford moving to his natural position down the left.
      Ten Hag’s 4-3-3 formation would see David de Gea starting in goal with Diogo Dalot at right-back and Luke Shaw on the other side, while Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane would team up at centre-back.
      The Dutch tactician would have a star trio in attack but also a stunning partnership in midfield with Casemiro, Bruno Fernandes and Christian Eriksen linking up.
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      Neymar and Kane could be joined by more summer transfers at Manchester United

      It is fair to assume that Sheikh Jassim would invest heavily on his first year at United if he took over.
      Therefore there could still be more signings, such as Brentford’s David Raya and Bayer Leverkusen’s Jeremie Frimpong.
      Raya could succeed De Gea in goal as the legendary goalkeeper’s contract runs out in June and an extension depends on the Spain international accepting a lower salary.
      Frimpong could take Dalot’s place at right-back as the Portugal international has yet to agree on a new deal with his contract running out next year.
      And of course Sheikh Jassim could still go for Borussia Dortmund superstar Jude Bellingham, who would form a devastating midfield partnership with Casemiro and Fernandes. More

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      Wrexham owner Ryan Reynolds ups charm offensive to secure sensational Gareth Bale transfer with hilarious Instagram post

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      RYAN REYNOLDS has upped his charm offensive on Gareth Bale with a hilarious Instagram post.That’s as the Hollywood star attempts to sign Wales’ legendary forward for Wrexham.
      Wrexham owner Ryan Reynolds has upped his charm offensive on Gareth BaleCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      He posted a mock-up of the Wales legend wearing a Wrexham shirt to the song ‘We Belong’
      Reynolds and fellow American actor Rob McElhenney are the toast of the town after guiding Wrexham back to the EFL.
      They saw off the threat of Notts Country to seal the National League title last weekend.
      And fans can look forward to next season’s League Two campaign with additional reinforcements in key areas.
      Wrexham have already proved their pulling power by tempting ex-Man Utd and England goalie Ben Foster out of retirement.
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      And they now hoping to make an audacious swoop for Bale after he stepped back from football after the World Cup.
      It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia creator McElhenney kicked things off by offering to play a round of golf with Bale.
      The five-time Champions League winner had given Wrexham a hearty congratulations on their promotion.
      And McElhenney teased he would convince Bale to come aboard for their League Two campaign.
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      Deadpool star Reynolds then doubled down on the golf offer, telling Bale he’d “shave” a course onto McElhenney’s back.
      And the funny-man has now made a fresh attempt to sign Bale by posting a mock-up of the forward in a Wrexham shirt – with the 1984 song “We Belong” by Pat Benatar playing in the background.

      The chorus goes: “We belong to the light, we belong to the thunder.
      “We belong to the sound of the words we’ve both fallen under.
      “Whatever we deny or embrace for worse or for better.
      “We belong, we belong, we belong together.”
      However, Bale shot down talk of a sensational move after collecting an Outstanding Contribution to Sport Award at the FEVO Sport Industry Awards last night.
      He said: “I’m enjoying my time away. I started at a young age and felt the time was right.
      “[Wrexham?] No I don’t think so, I was more looking for a free round of golf off Rob!
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      “I’m sure we’ll have a chat and a joke but I’m quite happy where I am. Spending a lot of time with my kids, my wife.
      “Time that I’ve lost so much of over the years being committed to football. I’m just enjoying family life and playing some golf.”
      Five-time Champions League winner Bale retired from football after the World CupCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd will make sensational transfer move for Neymar – if Qatari takeover bid is successful

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      MANCHESTER UNITED will make a sensational move for PSG star Neymar if the Qatari bidders are successful in their takeover.Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al Thani, the ambitious billionaire bidder from the Middle East, is eyeing the Brazilian as a marquee signing this summer.
      Man United will move for Neymar if bought by Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al ThaniCredit: Reuters
      Sheikh Jassim wants to complete a full takeover of the Red Devils
      Avram Glazer is open to staying at the clubCredit: Getty
      It comes with the Glazers, the current club owners, currently seeking further investment in the club with a third round of bidding today.
      Some suiters such as Sheikh Jassim and Sir Jim Ratcliffe were targeting a full buyout of the Americans – however, neither party are yet to match the Glazers’ £6billion price-tag and Sir Jim is said to be considering a part-takeover.
      Should Sheikh Jassim be successful SunSport understands that one of his first actions will be to make an incredible move to sign Neymar.
      The Brazilian attacker is considered one of the biggest talents in the world.
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      He is also his nation’s joint top goalscorer ever, matching Pele’s 77 goals.
      And he would be a marquee signing for the club to signal the new owners’ intentions moving forward.
      He has scored 18 times in 29 games this season, but he has been hampered by ankle injuries.
      And his inconsistent availability and reportedly mammoth £616k-per-week contract have led to rumours that PSG would be willing to part ways with him.
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      PSG are working on a rebuild of the team that could see high-profile names such as Neymar leave the club.
      Neymar is still the most expensive player in world football following his £198million transfer from Barcelona to the Ligue 1 giants.
      His contract at the Parc des Princes is set to run until 2025, although he has the option to extend it to 2027.

      A move for the former Barcelona star does not necessarily rule out a move for Tottenham’s Harry Kane.
      The England captain is still thought to be at the top of the club’s transfer list this summer.
      During Man United’s draw against Tottenham, the  visiting supporters were heard chanting: “Harry Kane, we’ll see you in June.”
      When asked about the songs from the away end last night, the star said: “I heard what they were saying but I’m just focused on this team and trying to finish strongly.”
      Sheikh Jassim’s takeover bid is dependent on convincing the Glazers to sell up completely – which may prove tricky.
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      It’s believed that the much despised Americans are thinking about staying at the club for another decade.
      It has been said they reckon with fresh outside investment they can eventually double United’s current valuation.
      Bringing in Neymar may not affect a transfer move for Harry KaneCredit: Alamy More

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      Mauricio Pochettino NOT right for Chelsea as he’s lacking ‘winning gene’… he’ll always come up just short

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      FORMER Premier League football chief Simon Jordan believes Mauricio Pochettino will come up “short” at Chelsea as he lacks the “winning gene”.The Argentine is widely expected to be named as the next Chelsea manager.
      Simon Jordan is not convinced about Mauricio PochettinoCredit: talkSPORT
      The ex-Spurs and PSG boss looks set to take charge of ChelseaCredit: PA
      The former Tottenham manager has been locked in talks with Todd Boehly and Co after emerging as the frontrunner for the job.
      Reports have claimed that a verbal agreement has now been struck, with Chelsea hoping to confirm a deal for Pochettino by the end of the week.
      The 51-year-old is currently out of work having left Paris Saint-Germain last summer.
      He is one of Spurs’ most successful and popular managers in recent times – despite failing to win a trophy with the club.
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      He averaged 1.89 points per game – the most for any Tottenham boss in Premier League history with a minimum of 38 Premier League games in charge.
      The ex-Southampton chief capped off his five-year stint at White Hart Lane by leading Spurs to the 2019 Champions League final, where they lost to Liverpool.
      But he was sacked just months later following a poor start to the next campaign before eventually taking over at PSG in January 2021, winning the Coupe de France and Ligue 1 prior to his departure.
      Former England international Danny Murphy believes those experiences at PSG will help him at Stamford Bridge, but ex-Crystal Palace owner Simon Jordan insists that Poch lacks something the top managers have.
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      Speaking on TalkSport’s White and Jordan, Murphy said: “I think it’s a great opportunity for him. It’s a wonderful opportunity to get a great bunch of players and mould them into what you want.
      “I spent a bit of time with him in Doha [over the World Cup] and was so impressed by him. He’s a really, really incredible guy in terms of his passion, his football intelligence – it was a pleasure being around him in that respect.
      “I know that doesn’t guarantee success, but it does alter your view about someone.”
      Jordan responded: “I don’t think anyone can doubt that he’s passionate and can bring people with him, but my question about Pochettino is whether he has this tiny little factor that only the top managers have, and it’s something you can’t bottle or distil, it’s this win gene. And I don’t think he has it.”
      Murphy hit back by saying: “He’s got to prove that. The one thing I would suggest to judge him differently on him, is he’d have to be blind and deaf not to learn from his experience at PSG dealing with some of the best players on the planet and how to deal with personalities, which he’ll have to do more at Chelsea than he did as Tottenham manager.
      “At Spurs he had a lot of young players who he could mould and would listen and were more open-earned, but I think at Chelsea there’s going to be bigger names, bigger egos, players how have done more, and his experiences at PSG would have evolved him in man-to-man management.”
      Jordan then added: “He’s also got to overcome elite managers in the Premier League. It’s not just galvanising the squad. We all know Pochettino can make Chelsea contenders, and if they’re satisfied with that, that’s fine.
      “But if they want to win he’s going to have to overcome Guardiola, Klopp and whoever else we think is an elite manager in this league, and that is where I believe he will come up short.” More

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      Rio Ferdinand predicts Harry Kane’s next transfer and would be ‘surprised’ if Tottenham star is not already in talks

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      RIO FERDINAND says he would be surprised if Manchester United are not already in talks over a move for Harry Kane this summer.Erik ten Hag is desperate to bring in a new No9 this summer to spearhead his attack next term.
      Harry Kane is wanted by a host of clubs as he looks set to leave TottenhamCredit: Alamy
      Rio Ferdinand has made prediction over the striker’s futureCredit: Rex
      As well as Napoli’s Victor Osimhen, United have also long-been linked with a swoop for Spurs star Kane.
      The England captain played a key role in helping Tottenham come from behind to earn a 2-2 draw with United on Thursday.
      And at half time of the game, when the Old Trafford club were leading by two, the visiting supporters were heard chanting: “Harry Kane, we’ll see you in June.”
      Discussing that potential transfer pre-match, former United defender Ferdinand stated that his old side must take advantage of Tottenham’s “turmoil”.
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      He told BT Sport: “If there aren’t conversations going on in the corridors of power about Kane then I’d be surprised.”
      Ferdinand then joked: “Sell now before the season even finishes.
      “Manchester United have to be looking at the turmoil that Tottenham are in.”
      He was then asked if United win the Premier League title should the 29-year-old head to Old Trafford.
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      He replied: “They get closer than where they are now.”
      Ferdinand also says that it was “too long” for Kane and United to wait another 12 months to get him for nothing when his contract expires in 2024.
      And to reinforce that he said that the striker is “exactly what they [United] need” now. More

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      Mateo Kovacic ‘wants to QUIT Chelsea as former manager Thomas Tuchel plots transfer for Bayern Munich’

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      MATEO KOVACIC reportedly wants to leave Chelsea this summer as former boss Thomas Tuchel eyes him up as a Bayern Munich target.The Croatian midfielder, 28, has started just 15 of the Blues’ 33 Premier League games this season.
      Mateo Kovacic is set to enter the final 12 months of his Chelsea contractCredit: Getty
      Thomas Tuchel took over at Bayern Munich last monthCredit: Getty
      And with Chelsea’s huge squad in need of trimming down, he could be one of the players that makes way.
      According to German outlet Sport1, Kovacic is seeking a way out of Stamford Bridge.
      It is understood that Chelsea would rather sell him to a club outside of England.
      And Tuchel, who coached Kovacic for 20 months during his stint in West London, is thought to be keen on the ex-Real Madrid man.
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      Kovacic claimed Champions League glory under Tuchel at Chelsea.
      He joined the Blues from Real Madrid for £40million in 2019 and has gone on to rack up more than 200 appearances.
      But he will enter the final 12 months of his deal this summer.
      And the club have a plethora of options in the middle of the park including N’Golo Kante, Enzo Fernandez, Conor Gallagher, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Denis Zakaria, Carney Chukwuemeka and Mason Mount.
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      Chelsea are desperately struggling on the pitch and Kovacic may seek a move to play Champions League football.
      The Blues are down in 11th in the Premier League table, 14 points adrift of a European spot.
      And they have lost all five games since interim boss Frank Lampard took over earlier this month.
      Meanwhile, Tuchel came into Bayern in March after Julian Nagelsmann’s dismissal.
      But since then they have fallen off top spot in the Bundesliga and been knocked out of the Champions League by Man City. More