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      Man Utd blow in Gabri Veiga transfer race as Celta Vigo midfielder ‘dreams of joining Arsenal’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and their rivals in the chase to sign Celta Vigo star Gabri Veiga have allegedly suffered a huge blow.And that is because the 20-year-old Spanish Under-21 international is “dreaming about joining Arsenal”.
      Gabri Viega allegedly has his heart set on ArsenalCredit: Rex
      A host of Premier League teams, including both of the above and Man City and Newcastle, are all interested in the midfielder.
      A report in today’s Faro de Vigo has also stated that Serie A leaders Napoli are “willing to activate” his £35.2m release clause at the end of the campaign.
      But it seems that Veiga has no desire to move to Italy – with the publication instead saying that he wants to “fulfil the dream of signing for Arsenal”.
      They are allegedly his “favourite” team and both he and his representatives like the club’s commitment towards youth and the sporting project being led by Mikel Arteta.
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      And it also adds that the prospect of living in London also appeals to the young ace.
      Arsenal are not thought to have yet tabled an offer for the youngster as they allegedly prepare for the bidding auction to begin.
      Veiga has shone bright this season in LaLiga as he has bagged nine goals and three assists in 29 appearances across all competitions.
      And Celta president Carlos Mourino recently accepted that holding onto Veiga is virtually impossible – not least financially.
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      He also revealed that at least four Premier League clubs are seriously interested in signing him.
      Mourino said: “We want to keep Gabri Veiga but it will be impossible due to his release clause.
      “We don’t want to sell, but they are going to buy him from us. And we can’t do anything there.
      “We know some of his offers and it is impossible to reach them.
      “There are several teams behind Gabri. Real Madrid? They haven’t asked us, we don’t know if they will have called the player. 
      “Of the top 10 in the Premier League, four have asked about him.” More

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      Alex Iwobi reveals ‘joke’ in Arsenal training with Mikel Arteta facing headache over one of first-team players quitting

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      EX-ARSENAL star Alex Iwobi has revealed how one of his former team-mates was a “joke” in training – now Mikel Arteta faces a headache over the very same ace.The now-Everton winger left the Gunners after over a decade at the club in the summer of 2019.
      Alex Iwobi revealed how Reiss Nelson was a ‘joke’ in training at ArsenalCredit: The Beautiful Game Podcast
      The pair were former teammates at the GunnersCredit: Getty
      Nigerian international Iwobi, 26, played almost 150 matches for Arsenal and helped them to FA Cup glory before his departure.
      Despite it being almost four years since his exit, he still keeps a close eye on Arteta’s team.
      And, during an interview with The Beautiful Game podcast, he had plenty to say about pal Reiss Nelson.
      The 23-year-old memorably scored a 97th minute winner over Bournemouth this month in what could prove to be a vital strike in Arsenal’s quest to end their 19-year title drought.
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      Iwobi said: “He’s another Arsenal product, he’s another one who is a joke in training. With him like, he just has that raw ability.
      “I have to give it to him because he’s had to be patient. But every time he’s come on to play, he’s delivered.
      “I think he’s been the most impactful sub at Arsenal this season. For someone to be able to do that and not play regularly and still have that elite mindset, I have to rate it.”
      Nelson will be out of contract this summer and his lack of starts could lead to him following the example of Iwobi and leaving.
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      Both Premier League rivals Brighton and French side Nice have been linked with a move.
      That could lead to Arteta being forced to search for a replacement to play back-up to Bukayo Saka down the right.
      Nelson said before Christmas: “I have been here for so long and I’m very comfortable here.
      “I am an Arsenal fan and, of course, I want to sign a new contract at the club.
      “I am just going to be ready for anything I get now and give my all for the team.”
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      Chelsea preparing to use Rudiger’s free transfer exit as one reason for £121m losses in fight against spending breaches

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      CHELSEA will fight against potential Premier League spending breaches by citing Antonio Rudiger’s free exit as one reason behind their massive financial losses.The Blues face a huge summer clear-out after revealing a whopping £121million loss for last season.
      Chelsea will cite Antonio Rudiger’s Real Madrid move as a reason behind their financial lossesCredit: Getty
      Rudiger quit on a free transfer after failing to agree a new deal during sanctionsCredit: Reuters
      Todd Boehly is under pressure to balance the books quickly or risk Financial Fair Play sanctions.
      And Chelsea could be forced into selling an entire XI of star players this summer.
      Boehly has already partly blamed the loss on “extraordinary expenses and loss of revenue” after Roman Abramovich was sanctioned a year ago.
      Chelsea were barred from receiving revenue for two months after being put on a government licence until the May 28 takeover.
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      The Blues were also unable to hold talks over new contracts for players.
      If they are charged with FFP breaches by the Premier League, they will reportedly also cite Rudiger’s inability to strike a new deal as a potential loss of income.
      The German defender was a key player under previous boss Thomas Tuchel.
      Chelsea were desperate to tie him down to a long-term contract despite his advancing years.
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      But Rudiger eventually decided to leave Stamford Bridge on a free transfer for European and Spanish champions Real Madrid.
      At the time of his departure, Rudiger was valued at £35m by Transfermarkt.
      And Chelsea weren’t even able to command a transfer fee due to his expiring contract.
      However, should Rudiger’s exit be cited, the Premier League could ask for evidence Chelsea realistically hoped to extend the German’s deal.
      Other players like Marcos Alonso and Andreas Christensen left for free last summer.
      But they went after June 30, the end of the the 2021/22 accounting period. More

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      Eden Hazard emerges as Fenerbahce’s No1 transfer target as Real Madrid prepare to put ex-Chelsea star on market

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      FENERBAHCE want to sign Real Madrid star Eden Hazard, according to reports.The Chelsea icon has been plagued with injury during his spell in Spain and has been limited to just seven appearances this season.
      Eden Hazard turned down Fenerbahce in JanuaryCredit: Getty
      A transfer could be on the horizon but Hazard has remained stubborn in the past and appears determined to stay at the Bernabeu.
      Turkish giants Fenerbahce are keen on the winger and have made him their No1 transfer target this summer, according to Mundo Deportivo.
      It is believed they tried to sign Hazard in January and reached an agreement with Real over a transfer.
      But the Belgian rejected the chance to move, and will take some persuading to make the switch when the transfer window re-opens.
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      However it appears Hazard could be more willing to switch clubs in the summer, as it provides him with more time to organise his life and move his family to a new home.
      He said: “I have one more year and I have to show [what I can do] but it isn’t easy. I’m not playing, I want to play more. I’m really sorry about what has happened.
      “In January it’s impossible [to leave, because I have my family and I like the city.
      “But in the summer it’s possible that I leave. I have a year left on my contract and it’s a decision for the club.
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      “If the club says ‘Eden, thanks for these four years, but you have to go’ I’ll have to accept it.
      “[I’d give myself] a zero in terms of playing, because I haven’t played,” he said, when asked to grade his time at Madrid. “But a 10 in terms of how I feel in this moment with the team. I’m not playing, but being a Real Madrid player was my dream as a kid. I want to play for this club.” More

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      Ivan Fresneda learning English as Real Valladolid star breaks silence on Arsenal transfer interest

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      ARSENAL target Ivan Fresneda is “proud” to be linked with a move to some of Europe’s top clubs.The 18-year-old has broken his silence on a potential transfer away from Real Valladolid.
      Ivan Fresneda is currently learning English and GermanCredit: Getty
      Fresneda was linked with a switch to Arsenal in January, with Newcastle, Juventus and Borussia Dortmund also reported to be keen on the right-back.
      Now it has been revealed that Fresneda is currently learning to speak English and German.
      Speaking on rumours of a move while on Spain U19 duty, Fresneda told DiarioAS: “I’m proud but I always say it, I’m also at a big club, Valladolid.”
      He added: “I have always valued studies with a view to the future, beyond football.
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      “I am a person who likes to learn languages.”
      Despite being linked with a January move, Fresneda ended up staying at La Liga outfit Real Vallodolid.
      However, rumours of a move away from the Spanish club continue to swirl.
      Fresneda has a release clause of £26.5million in his contract.
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      He also revealed three players in the world he looks up to, with right-back now a “fashionable position” to play in.
      Fresneda said: “It is a fashionable position that today is valued much more than before and there are real players. Achraf [Hakimi], Reece James and [Trent] Alexander-Arnold are three of my favourites.”
      The highly-rated defender has played 15 games for Valladolid this season. More

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      Man City ‘monitoring Celta Vigo wonderkid Gabri Veiga’ with Man Utd and Newcastle also chasing transfer

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      MANCHESTER CITY have joined Man Utd and Newcastle in trailing Celta Vigo midfielder Gabri Veiga.That’s the claim from Spain as the LaLiga side fight an uphill battle to keep the 20-year-old beyond this summer.
      Celta Vigo say four Prem giants are keen on attacking midfielder Gabri VeigaCredit: Rex
      Real Madrid are also thought to be keen, with Veiga understood to have a £35million release clause.
      Etihad chief Pep Guardiola has one eye on strengthening in midfield.
      That’s partly because City duo Ilkay Gundogan and Bernardo Silva face uncertain futures in the summer 
      And Celta president Carlos Mourino accepts holding onto Veiga is virtually impossible – not least financially.

      He also revealed that at least four Premier League clubs are seriously interested.
      Mourino said: “We want to keep Gabri Veiga but it will be impossible due to his release clause.
      “We don’t want to sell, but they are going to buy him from us. And we can’t do anything there.
      “We know some of his offers and it is impossible to reach them.
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      “There are several teams behind Gabri. Real Madrid? They haven’t asked us, we don’t know if they will have called the player. 
      “Of the top 10 in the Premier League, four have asked about him.” More

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      Man Utd ‘line up £80m Harry Kane transfer offer after club chiefs give Erik ten Hag green light to swoop’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have given Erik ten Hag the green light to bid £80million for Harry Kane, according to reports.And they want to wrap up a deal to sign the England captain before the end of the season.
      Harry Kane could be on his way to Manchester United this summerCredit: Getty
      Erik ten Hag is desperate for a new No9 at Old TraffordCredit: Getty
      The Tottenham striker, 29, is a long-term target for the Red Devils who desperately want a new No9 this summer after axing Cristiano Ronaldo.
      SunSport revealed earlier in March that the Old Trafford club are confident they will land Kane this summer if Tottenham miss out on the top four and the Champions League.
      Spurs have been holding out for £100m – but United hope they will accept an offer below that.
      Now the Mirror report the Red Devils board have sanctioned an £80m opening offer for their priority transfer target.
      It is thought Ten Hag implored his seniors to stump up the cash because he is desperate to secure the striker to transform his side into genuine title contenders and therefore wants to open talks as soon as possible.
      Kane is wanted by plenty of Europe’s top clubs including Bayern Munich, Barcelona and Chelsea – but the report adds his preferred destination is Old Trafford.
      His current £200,000-a-week contract at Tottenham expires in 2024 and he needs to make a decision on his future as his long wait for a trophy goes on.
      Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy understandably wants Kane to stay but knows he must make a shrewd managerial appointment to replace Antonio Conte and convince Kane the North Londoners can fight for silverware.
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      United made contact with Kane’s camp through a third party and were encouraged by the response.
      Kane said in January that there had “not been much talking” with Spurs over a new contract but he was “sure there will be conversations over the coming months”.
      Champions Manchester City are no longer in the running, having failed to land the striker in 2021 as they were quoted a whopping £150m by Levy.
      Now the Spurs chief is set to have to settle for far less than that – or else he risks losing Kane for nothing next year.
      On the international stage, Kane became England’s all-time record goalscorer with his penalty against Italy last week.
      And he took his tally to 55 against Ukraine on Sunday.
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      Chelsea star Mateo Kovacic wanted by ex-boss Thomas Tuchel at Bayern Munich on free transfer as contract runs down

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      MATEO KOVACIC is reportedly wanted by Thomas Tuchel at Bayern Munich as his contract runs down at Chelsea.The Croatian has been at Stamford Bridge, first on loan and now permanently, since 2018 and is popular with the fanbase.
      Thomas Tuchel is a fan of Mateo Kovacic and started him regularly when he was Chelsea bossCredit: Getty
      But his contract expires in 16 months and he would be available as a free transfer if he does not extend his deal before the end of next season.
      And the Evening Standard report Tuchel, his former manager with the Blues, is among those looking at the star.
      The German was installed as Bayern boss last week, quickly after the shock sacking of Julian Nagelsmann, and has already set his sights on his ex-club.
      Tuchel, who won the Champions League with Chelsea in 2021, is also keen to bring in Blues coach Anthony Barry.
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      The interest in Kovacic goes beyond just his former boss with Manchester City also believed to be a fan of the dynamic midfielder.
      The 28-year-old is seen as an important first-team player and has even served as Chelsea’s captain over the last four games due to absences of major stars like Thiago Silva.
      But manager Graham Potter and chairman Todd Boehly have big decisions to make on outgoings after the club announced a huge loss of £121m earlier this week.
      The London club now face a huge summer clear-out to comply with Financial Fair Play regulations, having spend over £600m on new signings in the last year.
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      Profitable homegrown stars like midfielder Mason Mount, Trevoh Chalobah, Conor Gallagher, Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Callum Hudson-Odoi are among the players who the club could potentially sell.
      But one squad member who is expected to stay is N’Golo Kante, who has not played a senior game for Chelsea since August.
      The Frenchman, who turns 32 tomorrow, has been struggling with injury for much of the season but could soon put pen to paper on a contract extension.
      He is on the path back to full fitness with some of his supportive teammates cheering him on at an U21 game earlier this month. More