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      Arsenal fans say they’ll be ‘happiest supporters alive’ if Edu pulls off ‘massive’ transfer for Brazilian wonderkid

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      ARSENAL supporters say they’ll be the “happiest alive” if Edu pulls off a “massive” transfer for Brazilian wonderkid Vitor Roque.Arsenal’s transfer guru has helped Mikel Arteta transform his squad into title contenders.
      Edu is keen on landing new Brazil star Vitor Roque ahead of BarcelonaCredit: AFP
      Arsenal fans are praying Edu Gaspar can land one of his top targets this summerCredit: Reuters
      Edu played a key role in signing the likes of Gabriel Jesus and Oleksandr Zinchenko last summer.
      And he followed them up in January with clever transfers for Jorginho and Leandro Trossard.
      Edu plans on continuing to rebuild Arsenal’s squad as they prepare for Champions League football next term.
      And Sport claims the Gunners have now joined the hunt for Brazilian wonderkid Roque.
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      The 18-year-old forward has 10 goals in 40 games for Athletico Paranaense.
      And he won his first international cap in Brazil’s 2-1 defeat to Morocco five days ago.
      Barcelona were thought to be leading the race for Roque before running into financial difficulties again.
      And it’s reckoned Arsenal are now frontrunners for his signature.
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      Fans are certainly hoping Edu manages to pull off the transfer, with many believing Roque will make the Gunners a true force in Europe.
      One fan said: “I swear if we somehow pull this off I will be the happiest man alive.”
      Another declared: “Get him. Exact type of signing who could treble in value. It’s that Brazilian sauce.”
      One noted: “Would be a massive coup but we’d probably need a title win to sway him.”
      Another added: “He will be a proper signing for us and I can’t wait for this deal to go through.” More

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      Man Utd facing Evan Ferguson transfer blow as Brighton line up new mega contract for 18-year-old wonderkid

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      BRIGHTON are lining up a new deal for teenage star Evan Ferguson.The striker, 18, has enjoyed a sensational breakthrough season.
      Brighton are lining up a new long-term deal for hotshot Evan FergusonCredit: Rex
      Despite only agreeing a professional contract in October, the Seagulls are now preparing fresh terms to ward off any interest.
      Ferguson’s form since making the step up to the first team has caught the eye of the Premier League’s big clubs.
      Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea all tried to nab Ferguson ahead of Brighton when he made the move over from Bohemians in Ireland two years ago.
      And their interest has not gone away thanks to his seven goals and three assists in 16 senior appearances this season.
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      Tottenham have also been linked with a move for the Republic of Ireland international, who scored on his first start for Stephen Kelly’s side against Latvia last week.
      Despite the interest, Ferguson is keen to continue his growth at The Amex following a flying start under Italian boss Roberto De Zerbi, who has been full of praise for the young striker.

      Earlier this month, De Zerbi said: “He is unique for us in terms of quality, in terms of characteristic.
      “He knows very well the way to score. I think he can and he has to improve, in the quality of play, in ball possession, to keep the ball better.
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      “But he is 18 and he will improve for sure, because I know the guy, I know his passion, his attitude. I have no doubt.”
      Ferguson would be the latest in a host of Brighton stars to commit to new deals this season.
      Moises Caicedo, Solly March, Alexis Mac Allister and Adam Lallana have all agreed contract extensions since De Zerbi’s arrival last year.
      And Japan international Kaoru Mitoma could soon be due one as well. More

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      Man Utd told to ditch flop winger Jadon Sancho and seal Kaoru Mitoma transfer as Brighton star is ‘rare’ winger

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      MANCHESTER UNITED should get rid of Jadon Sancho and replace him with Brighton winger Kaoru Mitoma, according to Red Devils legend Paul Parker.Sancho, 23, has started just two Premier League games since October as the England star continues to struggle to settle at Old Trafford.
      Jadon Sancho is having difficulty establishing himself at Old TraffordCredit: Alamy
      Kaoru Mitoma has enjoyed a sensational first season with BrightonCredit: Reuters
      He has registered just 10 goals and four assists in 63 appearances since arriving from Borussia Dortmund for £73million in 2021.
      By contrast, Mitoma, 25, has been a standout player in the Premier League this season.
      Joining Brighton for £2.7m in 2021 before being loaned out to Union Saint-Gilloise until last summer, the Japanese international has hit the ground running since breaking into the Seagulls’ side.
      His five goals and one assist show just a fraction of the impact he has had on Roberto De Zerbi’s side and the south-coast outfit could command a big fee.
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      But Parker, who won two Premier League titles with Man Utd, believes he would be worth it as he can be a defender’s nightmare.
      Speaking to MyBettingSites, he said: “Mitoma gave Trent-Alexander Arnold a very bad time but to be fair, a lot of people have done that.
      “I really like him. He is very direct and he wants to go on the outside of his opponent, which is a rarity in today’s football. No defender wants that and he is very good at that.”
      Parker, who received 19 England caps, is aware bringing in transfer target Mitoma would likely see one of United’s forwards exit the club.
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      Erik ten Hag is blessed with an array of options either side of the frontman including Marcus Rashford, Antony, Sancho, Alejandro Garnacho, Anthony Martial, Anthony Elanga, Bruno Fernandes and Facundo Pellistri.
      But Parker insists he would have no problem with his old club axing Sancho.

      He added: “I would love to see him at Man United but then they have to offload some of their wingers and they could start with getting rid of Jadon Sancho. I would rather have Mitoma in the squad than him.
      “He has proven himself in the Premier League and I doubt that Sancho will ever do that. I think he should go back to Germany and play in his comfort zone where he is best.
      “But if he comes to the club Man United needs to figure out what to do with Rashford, who is best at the left wing. But that’s a luxury problem to have two good wingers.” More

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      Barcelona look to sign three players for FREE this summer as they plan transfer raid on Chelsea and Man City

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      BARCELONA are reportedly looking to sign three players for free this summer.That’s despite running into financial troubles again.
      Barcelona are looking to make three free signings this summerCredit: Rex
      Chelsea striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang could be set for a Nou Camp returnCredit: AFP
      Barcelona were forced to activate several club levers last summer in order to fund a mega spending spree for the likes of Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha.
      But their troubles have not gone away, with whizkid Gavi now stripped of his contract and squad number due to a negative financial balance.
      Despite the setback, Mundo Deportivo says Barcelona are still looking to press ahead with more free transfers after snapping up Andreas Christensen and Franck Kessie last summer.
      Top of their list is Athletic Bilbao and Spain centre-back Inigo Martinez, who could arrive as a replacement for Eric Garcia.
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      The defender also has offers from Atletico Madrid, Inter Milan and Napoli.
      But he is desperate to join Barcelona and will happily wait for as long as it takes to make a move happen.
      Next on Barca’s list is Chelsea striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
      He only left the Nou Camp last summer in order to be reunited with Thomas Tuchel.
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      But the German was replaced with Graham Potter, who ended up axing Aubameyang from his Champions League squad.
      And the Gabon star is now set to be released from his Blues deal at the end of the season.
      The final freebie Barca want is Ilkay Gundogan.
      He is out of contract at Man City this summer, and an extension does not appear to be forthcoming.
      Pep Guardiola wants to sign Jude Bellingham from Borussia Dortmund and could sacrifice Gundogan to free up space in his squad.
      That would allow Barca to make a swoop for the Germany star, who can play holding or central midfield.
      And Gundogan could replace Sergio Busquets, who has been tipped for move to the MLS.
      Ilkay Gundogan looks set to leave Man City this summerCredit: Alamy
      Inigo Martinez has already made it clear he wants to swap Bilbao for BarcaCredit: Getty More

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      Arsenal ‘now frontrunners for next Erling Haaland’ as Mikel Arteta targets superstar striker to fight Jesus for top spot

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      ARSENAL are allegedly in pole position to sign Rasmus Hojlund this summer.The 20-year-old has enjoyed an incredible international break with five goals in two matches for Denmark.
      Arsenal are reportedly leading the chase to sign Danish wonderkid Rasmus HojlundCredit: Reuters
      He has scored seven goals in his debut campaign for Atalanta, following a £15m summer move from Austria’s Sturm Graz, with many comparing him to Manchester City’s Norwegian hotshot Erling Haaland.
      Now a clutch of Europe’s big guns are beginning to circle for the ace, including Manchester United and Juventus.
      However, Italian outlet Calciomercato have declared that Arsenal are the frontrunners to sign Hojlund.
      And they claim that any potential deal will cost around £30m – double the fee Serie A side Atalanta forked out for him just a few months ago.
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      It follows on from reports yesterday that Arsenal are scouting five strikers ahead of the summer, with Hojlund one of them.
      The Gunners are currently eight points clear at the top of the table ahead of rivals Manchester City as they close in on a first title since 2004.
      That is despite Mikel Arteta’s side suffering a number of problems in attack this term.
      Gabriel Jesus has only just returned following a four-month absence due to injury.
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      Eddie Nketiah led the line for most of his absence, but the 23-year-old has found himself replaced in recent weeks with winger Leondro Trossard being deployed as a false nine.
      Arteta is determined not to be left short of options again and has made a new striker a top priority to challenge Jesus.
      Arsenal have been scouting “a more physical” forward with five players being watched to add an “extra dimension” to their attack.
      We reported how Juventus are “preparing for life” without 6ft 3in star Dusan Vlahovic, who the Gunners have tracked long-term.
      Vlahovic, 23, joined Juventus from Fiorentina back in January 2022 after snubbing the chance to move to the Premier League with Arsenal.
      The Serb has scored eleven this term but has struggled for goals over recent weeks for his club although Arteta is still a fan.
      England internationals Dominic Calvert-Lewin at Everton, 26, and Roma’s Tammy Abraham, 25, also both “fit the mould” of what he is looking for.
      The North London team have been linked with both previously and this fresh update says they are still being scouted.
      They are also in the transfer chase for Napoli’s Nigerian goal machine Victor Osimhen but face stiff competition from Man United and a host of other clubs for his signature. More

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      Man Utd, City, Chelsea and Liverpool in major Jude Bellingham transfer boost as Real Madrid set £88m limit

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      REAL MADRID have reportedly set a limit on how much they will pay for Jude Bellingham.And the news comes as a boost to Premier League rivals Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Chelsea, who are all linked with a swoop for the teenage sensation.
      Jude Bellingham is a summer transfer target for Europe’s top clubsCredit: Rex
      Spanish newspaper AS claim Real Madrid have set a limit on how much they will pay for BellinghamCredit: AS
      Spanish newspaper AS claim Real Madrid will not fork out more than £88million for Bellingham.
      The La Liga giants are adamant that they will not overpay for the 19-year-old.
      It’s thought Real hope to persuade Bellingham to snub a Premier League move and tempt him to the Bernabeu thanks to the club’s “legendary history”.
      But Real are refusing to enter a bidding war for Bellingham – on both the transfer fee and his salary.
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      The club know any potential fee is in the same sort of ballpark as what they would have to pay for a striker.
      Karim Benzema is 35-years-old and Real know buying a new goalscorer in the near future will not be cheap, meaning they do not want to overpay for Bellingham.
      Liverpool and City are reported to be the two front runners for his signature.
      Borussia Dortmund are also hopeful of keeping Bellingham for another season, and reportedly plan on offering him a contract extension with a mammoth pay rise and release clause for 2024.
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      However, Real Madrid are hopeful of reaching an agreement with Borussia Dortmund if Bellingham opts to join them.
      AS report the two clubs have an “excellent” relationship, and negotiations would not prove to be much of a problem.
      Real Madrid president Florentino Perez and Dortmund CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke are said to be good friends.
      Although Real appear prepared to miss out on Bellingham if a bidding war drives his price up past £88m. More

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      Julian Nagelsmann’s girlfriend quits controversial reporter job in Germany as Tottenham look to bring him to London

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      JULIAN NAGELSMANN’S girlfriend will leave her job at Bild after his shock dismissal as Bayern Munich manager, the publication confirmed.Nagelsmann and reporter Lena Wurzenberger went public with their relationship in 2022 after the German tactician separated from his wife of 15 years.
      Julian Nagelsmann’s girlfriend has left her controversial job after his Bayern Munich exitCredit: Getty
      Lena Wurzenberger no longer works for Bild and will take up a position at BMWCredit: Getty
      Nagelsmann has been linked with a move to Tottenham to replace Antonio ConteCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Various reasons have been touted behind his sudden sacking by Bayern, such as a lack of player development and “negative sporting development”.
      Reports suggest the 35-year-old and Wurzenberger’s affair was also among the causes.
      That is because it created distrust in the dressing room at the Allianz Arena as she was working for one of Germany’s biggest publications.
      That is despite the fact the top newspaper axed her from their Bayern coverage last year to avoid a conflict of interest.
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      But Bild confirmed the 30-year-old will leave her position and assume a role at BMW on April 1.
      Wurzenberger will become the car manufacturers’ “spokeswoman for the supplier network and sustainability”.
      Nagelsmann found out he was dismissed by Bayern during a skiing trip with his girlfriend.
      He was promptly replaced by former Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel.
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      Now the former RB Leipzig boss has been linked with a move to Tottenham to replace Antonio Conte, who was recently dismissed as well.
      Reports also suggest the ex-Hoffenheim head coach is open to talks with Spurs.
      But the North Londoners are in no hurry to find Conte’s replacement, which is why they replaced him with his assistant Cristian Stellini until the end of the season.
      Tottenham are also keeping tabs on other free agents, such as Luis Enrique and former manager Mauricio Pochettino. More

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      Man Utd and Tottenham in David Raya transfer boost as Brentford line up £11.5m summer replacement

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Tottenham have been handed a boost in their attempts to sign David Raya.The shot-stopper, 27, has become one of the most sought-after goalkeepers in the Premier League after his impressive displays for Brentford.
      Manchester United and Tottenham have been linked with David RayaCredit: Reuters
      The Spanish international is keen on a challenge after turning down two contract offers to stay with the Bees.
      His current deal expires at the end of next season, and the club are now lining up a move for his potential replacement, Dutch international keeper Mark Flekken, according to reports.
      The Freiburg star has had an outstanding campaign, helping the Black Forest minnows go fourth in Germany’s Bundesliga.
      Flekken, 28, has won four caps since making his senior Holland debut last year.
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      He built his career with lower-league German clubs Alemannia Aachen, Greuther Furth and MSV Duisburg before Freiburg signed him in 2018.
      They want to offer the Enschede-born keeper a new deal, with a release clause higher than the £11.44million in his existing contract.
      Freiburg sporting director Klemens Hartenbach said: “We don’t want to leave things until May.
      “We want to clarify Mark’s situation so we can make definite plans.”
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      This is a boost for United and Spurs as Brentford will be more willing to do business without running the risk of being short in the vital position.
      The west Londoners’ scouting system has consistently seen them find top-quality players missed by their big-spending rivals.
      And Flekken could now become the latest little-known capture to shine under Thomas Frank at the GTech Community Stadium. More