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      Roberto De Zerbi’s Brighton transfer specialist Salvatore Monaco quits with no replacement planned

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      BRIGHTON have suffered a blow after boss Roberto De Zebri’s transfer specialist quit the club.The Italian replaced Graham Potter in September and now has the club fighting for European qualification.
      Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi has lost his trusted transfer specialistCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Salvatore Monaco left the Seagulls after the January windowCredit: Paul Hazlewood, Brighton & Hove Albion FC
      The 43-year-old, who was issued a red card in the defeat at Tottenham on Saturday, has guided the Seagulls to seventh spot in the Premier league ahead of the run-in.
      Much of Brighton’s success has been down to their shrewd recruitment over recent years.
      And De Zerbi moved to strengthen that department upon his arrival when bringing in his own specialist.
      That man was fellow Italian Salvatore Monaco, who joined shortly after his compatriot.
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      He was installed as assistant to the then head of recruitment Paul Winstanley.
      Monaco had previously occupied a similar role for De Zerbi with both Sassuolo and Shakhtar Donetsk.
      But a fresh report from The Athletic says that “no sooner had Monaco arrived than it became clear he was not particularly suited to the role”. 
      They claim that his “skill set and style proved to be less effective in Brighton’s unique set-up”.
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      Now they claim that Monaco actually left Brighton once the winter market closed.
      And the “decision was made between all parties and approved by De Zerbi” himself.
      Meanwhile, Winstanley followed Potter, who has now been axed, to Chelsea in November.
      He was succeeded by deputy Sam Jewell and no replacement for Monaco is allegedly being lined up. More

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      Arsenal ace Folarin Balogun refusing to go out on loan transfer again and ‘wants to be first choice striker next season’

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      FOLARIN BALOGUN is reportedly “opposed” to going out on loan again with Arsenal facing a headache over the in-form striker. The 21-year-old has enjoyed an outstanding breakout season with French side Reims this year and has 18 goals in 29 league appearances.
      Folarin Balogun had an underwhelming loan spell at Middlesbrough last season but has found his feet in France in this campaignCredit: AFP
      His most recent was a last-minute pressure penalty against Brest to earn Reims a point, just the latest impact he has made during his impressive loan stint away from the Emirates.
      Only Chelsea target Jonathan David and Kylian Mbappe have scored more goals in France’s top flight this season.
      While Arsenal will be overjoyed with Balogun’s progress, his sudden rise presents them with a problem this summer.
      Balogun, who has been with the club since he was an eight-year-old, wants to continue being a first-choice striker when his loan spell ends.
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      And the Athletic reports that the forward has no intention of being sent out on loan again.
      It presents the Gunners with a serious dilemma given the club are already well-stocked in the No 9 position.
      Gabriel Jesus has made an instant impact after signing from Manchester City last summer.
      The Brazilian scored at Anfield on Sunday after a long injury lay-off and also hit a brace earlier this month against Leeds.
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      His spell on the sidelines also saw Eddie Nketiah emerge as a capable and consistent goal scorer before injury left him also missing games.
      Despite his starring role for Reims, Balogun might struggle to leapfrog either Jesus or Nketiah in the pecking order.
      He has two years left on his contract and is attracting interest from European giants such as AC Milan, Inter Milan, Marseille, Monaco and RB Leipzig. More

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      Leicester brutally snubbed by Jesse Marsch as ex-Leeds boss does not want to boss free-falling Foxes in the Championship

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      JESSE MARSCH has reportedly snubbed the chance to take over Leicester City.The Foxes are looking to replace Brendan Rodgers after they sacked the Northern Irishman following the 2-1 defeat to Crystal Palace eight days ago.
      Jesse Marsch has reportedly snubbed the Leicester City jobCredit: AP
      On Friday, SunSport revealed Marsch had emerged as the shock favourite for the job.
      The American, 49, held positive talks with Leicester chiefs on Thursday.
      And the former Leeds United boss was expected to finalise terms on a contract to become their new manager.
      However, The Telegraph now states that he has “withdrawn from the recruitment process”.
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      This fresh update states that he watched Leicester lose their crunch relegation clash at home to Bournemouth on Saturday.
      And afterwards he made the decision “after a conversation with his coaching staff that night” before informing the Foxes on Sunday morning.
      The report claims that “Marsch is understood to feel that the club would need a different kind of manager in the Championship next season if they were to be relegated” from the top-flight.
      And he also allegedly added that the club needs “a different profile of player to the one that he is accustomed to recruiting” previously.
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      The loss to Bournemouth left Leicester with just one point from their last eight matches and two points from safety with the club sitting second bottom of the table.
      Marsch replaced Marcelo Bielsa in February 2022 at Leeds and saved the Elland Road side from the drop last term.

      However, a poor start to this season led to the ex-Red Bull Salzburg and RB Leipzig head coach being axed in February.
      Meanwhile, Leicester will now “have to return to one of the others who met with the club over a series of preliminary interviews” last week as they continue to search for a new boss.
      Legendary former manager Martin O’Neill and Dean Smith, who was fired by Norwich earlier in the campaign, are both in consideration.
      And Rafa Benitez is another that is believed to be in the running. More

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      Man Utd boss Ten Hag plots transfer raid on former rivals Feyenoord after sending scouts to watch two stars

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      MANCHESTER UNITED manager Erik ten Hag sent scouts to watch two Feyenoord players in action earlier this week, according to reports.The Dutchman is expected to continue his squad rebuild when the summer transfer window opens.
      United target Gimenez scored for Feyenoord on WednesdayCredit: Getty
      Scouts were also in attendance to watch KokcuCredit: Getty
      And according to The Mirror, he has his sights set on Feyenoord duo Orkun Kokcu and Santiago Gimenez.
      Man Utd representatives were in Rotterdam on Wednesday for the KNVB Cup semi-final clash between Ten Hag’s former club Ajax and Feyenoord.
      It is understood that they were there to watch Kokcu and Gimenez in action.
      Scouts from Tottenham, Brighton, Leicester, West Ham and Brentford were also in attendance as Ajax progressed to the final with a 2-1 win.
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      Former Premier League stars Dusan Tadic and Davy Klaassen got on the scoresheet for Ajax while United target Gimenez netted Feyenoord’s only goal.
      The 21-year-old forward has scored 23 goals across all competitions this season and he is currently valued at £18million.
      Meanwhile, United face competition from Benfica for former Arsenal target Kokcu.
      The Portuguese giants are already lining up a £31m bid for the midfielder ahead of the summer transfer window.
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      Man Utd are expected to spend big this summer ahead of an expected return to the Champions League.
      Harry Kane recently emerged as a top transfer target, but he will likely cost upwards of £100m.
      Victor Osimhen and Goncalo Ramos are also said to be on the shortlist, but both strikers come with a potentially record-breaking price tag. More

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      Ipswich set to spend big if they win promotion to Championship with Southampton ace Adam Armstrong top transfer target

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      IPSWICH will spend big if they win promotion.Southampton striker Adam Armstrong is one of the ambitious targets being discussed as their American backers prepare to splash the cash if they get out of League One.
      Ipswich want to sign Armstrong if they earn promotionCredit: Getty
      Armstrong, 26, has made 61 appearances for the Saints since joining the club for £15million in 2021.
      And his recent performances have impressed newly-appointed manager Ruben Selles.
      When speaking to The Daily Echo last month, the Saints boss said: “I think Adam is very robust in his work and he’s a player that every other player trusts.
      “We know what his strengths are and for those last minutes he always brings exactly what we need.
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      “Usually it’s his pace into the space, final third situations. But he’s also very very generous defensively-wise.
      “So either from the start or when he comes into the pitch, I have no doubt about him. He’s a great boy so I’m very very pleased with his performance and the way that he’s performing for us.”
      Armstrong’s influence at St Mary’s has made him a target for several EFL clubs.
      Watford and Middlesbrough were both interested in signing him last summer.
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      And now Ipswich are keen to negotiate a deal if they secure promotion to the Championship.
      Armstrong enjoyed a prolific season in the second tier with Blackburn before joining Southampton.
      During the 2020-21 campaign he scored 28 goals in 40 Championship appearances for the Blue and Whites. More

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      Dortmund scout Burnley ace Anass Zaroury as they plot recruitment drive with Bellingham set for transfer away

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      BORUSSIA DORTMUND are keeping an eye on Burnley’s Moroccan magician Anass Zaroury.The German title-chasers sent scout Benjamin Frank to watch the winger in action for Vincent Kompany’s side.
      Anass Zaroury is wanted by a number of top European sidesCredit: Getty
      Jude Bellingham could leave Dortmund and fund a Zaroury bidCredit: Getty
      But Dortmund had plenty of company at one recent Turf Moor game, with French clubs Monaco and Marseille in attendance.
      Standard Liege have also been watching the player.
      Dortmund could have plenty of cash to splash if they sell Jude Bellingham with a host of clubs after him.
      Zaroury only joined Burnley last summer, signing a four-year deal from Belgian outfit Charleroi.
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      He has impressed for the side that will be playing in the Premier League next season, scoring 12 goals and registering five assists.
      The 22-year-old’s good form saw him earn a call-up to the Moroccan national team and he has been capped three times.
      He was involved in the Atlas Lions’ incredible run to the semi-finals of the World Cup last year, stepping in for the injured Amine Harit at the last minute.
      Zaroury will be hoping to add a piece of silverware to his trophy cabinet as Burnley close in on the Championship title.
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      They play second-placed Sheffield United on Monday and a win would take them 14 points clear at the top.
      Burnley will be hoping to keep hold of Zaroury for next term’s Premier League campaign and they plan to add to the squad.
      They are already lining up a move for Man Utd target Bart Verbruggen.
      The 20-year-old goalkeeper worked with Kompany at Anderlecht and is viewed as one of the hottest prospects in Europe. More

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      Birmingham starlet Jordan James in transfer battle between struggling Leicester and Serie A side Bologna

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      SERIE A side Bologna are battling with Leicester for Birmingham’s young Welsh star Jordan James.The 18-year-old midfielder is wanted by the Italian club, who have been raiding emerging British talent.
      Bologna and Leicester are both interested in signing JamesCredit: Getty
      James went to the World Cup with Rob Page’s Wales squad as an extra man for the experience and to broaden his education.
      Bologna are looking at a £2million offer — but face competition from Leicester, who have been tracking James for some time.
      Blues boss John Eustace has used James mostly as a sub lately and the youngster would rather take his chance elsewhere, either in Italy or with the Foxes.
      Leicester are in desperate need of some midfield reinforcements, especially with star man James Maddison expected to leave in the summer for around £50m.
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      The Foxes are also at risk of losing Youri Tielemans on a free transfer.
      The Belgium international has just two months remaining on his current contract and he is unlikely to agree terms for a new deal.
      Leicester currently sit 19th in the Premier League table, two points from safety.
      They are embroiled in a relegation battle with Southampton, Nottingham Forest, Everton, Bournemouth, West Ham and Leeds.
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      Ex-boss Brendan Rodgers was sacked last week after the club fell into the drop zone.
      And officials are yet to confirm his replacement.
      Jesse Marsch is expected to take the job before next week’s clash with Manchester City. More

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      Arsenal and Chelsea in five-club transfer battle to land son of ex-Premier League star

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      MANCHESTER CITY rookie Kian Breckin is on the hitlist of a host of Premier League clubs.The 19-year-old midfielder is the son of former Nottingham Forest centre-back Ian.
      Kian Breckin is attracting attention from a number of Premier League clubsCredit: Getty
      The likes of Liverpool, Chelsea, Arsenal, Spurs and Southampton have all watched the midfielder in action.
      However, only a sizable bid could tempt City to sell.
      Breckin has played 21 times in the Premier League 2 for City’s U21s this season.
      He has an impressive return from midfield, scoring seven goals and providing four assists this term.
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      The teenager first joined City back in 2015.
      He played a key role in helping the club to the U18 Premier League title in 2020-21 and 2021-22.
      The youngster then moved up to City’s Elite Development Squad for the current campaign.
      SunSport exclusively revealed in January that Breckin was attracting interest from Southampton.
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      Breckin’s dad, Ian, played over 150 times for Forest in a four-year spell at the City ground from 2005 to 2009.
      The former centre-back, 47, also spent time with Rotherham, Chesterfield and Wigan. More