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      Man Utd scouting Kaoru Mitoma as they consider move for Brighton sensation ahead of summer clearout

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have sent scouts to watch Brighton star Kaoru Mitoma this season.The Japan international has been a sensation for Roberto De Zerbi’s side and is another huge success for the Seagulls’ recruitment team.
      Man Utd have been scouting Brighton star Kaoru MitomaCredit: AP

      Brighton picked up Mitoma from Japanese side Kawasaki Frontale for just £2.7million in 2021.
      And after a year on loan with their sister club Union Saint-Gilloise in Belgium last season, he has been a revelation.
      The 25-year-old only made his full Brighton debut in August, starting against Forest Green Rovers in the second round of the Carabao Cup.
      But since De Zerbi’s arrival he has bagged nine goals and laid on six assists in all competitions.
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      Mitoma’s fine form and electric pace has caught the eye of bigger clubs, who have started to keep tabs on his progress.
      While it is custom for the big six to have scouts at other Premier League games, those reporting for United at recent Brighton matches have done so with a focus on Mitoma.
      Those reports will now also come in handy for Red Devils boss Erik ten Hag as he prepares to face Brighton in the FA Cup semi-final next month.
      The Dutchman is still in the running for a cup treble this season having already won the Carabao Cup with United still in both the FA Cup and Europa League.
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      However, the former Ajax boss is planning a summer clearout at Old Trafford, with Anthony Elanga and Anthony Martial both facing the chop – meaning investment will be needed out wide.
      And, as has been the case at most top clubs over the past year, they are looking to Brighton to recruit.
      Brighton chief Paul Barber told The Beautiful Game Podcast on Mitoma: “He’s another player that no doubt is going to be in the spotlight again come the next transfer window, but we’re ready for that and we understand that.
      “We just hope he can have another second half to the season in the way that he has started it.”
      The Seagulls have raked in huge sums of money through their canny recruitment in recent years, with Marc Cucurella, Yves Bissouma, Ben White, Leandro Trossard and Dan Burn all moving on for large fees.

      World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister and £70million Arsenal target Moises Caicedo look to be next in line this summer, and Mitoma is not far behind.
      Boss De Zerbi hopes success this season, with the Seagulls now into the FA Cup semi-finals and chasing Champions League qualification in the Premier League, can help keep his brightest stars on the south coast. More

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      Man Utd join Liverpool in transfer chase for 6ft 4in Anderlecht goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen to fight De Gea for No1 spot

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have reportedly joined Liverpool in the race for Anderlecht goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen.That’s amid doubts over a contract extension for club icon David De Gea.
      Man Utd are interested in Anderlecht goalie Bart VerbruggenCredit: Rex
      The Spanish stopper, 32, joined United from Atletico Madrid in 2011.
      But his deal expires at the end of the season.
      And Erik ten Hag is yet to decide if De Gea should continue between the sticks as he looks to create a new dynasty at Old Trafford.
      Talks remain ongoing over a new contract with a reduced wage.
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      But in the meantime, HLN claims United are now weighing up a bid for Anderlecht’s 6ft 4in gloveman Verbruggen.
      The 20-year-old has made quite an impression in Belgian football after being handed his debut two years ago.
      And Verbruggen is now set for his international bow after being called up for Holland’s Euro qualifiers against France and Gibraltar.
      SunSport exclusively revealed Liverpool’s interest last month.
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      David De Gea’s United future remains unclearCredit: Getty
      And Vincent Kompany is still keeping tabs after trying to sign Verbruggen for Burnley last summer.
      United are now considering a swoop, even if De Gea ends up penning an extension.

      But Anderlecht are unlikely to sell for less than £8.5million. 
      Verbruggen himself is remaining tight-lipped over his future, saying: “Will I still play here next season? That’s a very direct question.
      “I’m now really into that yet, June is so far away. I want to keep performing with Anderlecht first, I am happy at this club.”
      Former Spurs star and now Anderlecht captain Jan Vertonghen reckons Verbruggen can be the best in the world.
      He added: “For me, he has the potential to become one of the best goalies if you see where he is now.
      “I have rarely seen such a personality at that age, modest but very driven and ambitious.
      “If I’m a top European club and have the money to spend, I wouldn’t hesitate.” More

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      Arsenal interested in Sacha Boey transfer with Mikel Arteta keen on Galatasaray’s 22-year-old full-back as cover

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      ARSENAL are reportedly lining up a summer bid for Galatasaray star Sacha Boey.That’s as Mikel Arteta looks to bulk up his squad with more options for cover.
      Arsenal are plotting a move for French right-back Sacha BoeyCredit: Getty
      The Gunners boss has led his side to the brink of a first Premier League title since 2004.
      And Sunday’s 4-1 win over Crystal Palace saw Arsenal pull seven points clear of Man City at the top of the table.
      However, the Londoners were unable to maintain their charge in the Europa League last week.
      And Arteta wants more top-quality options so Arsenal can push hard in all competitions next season.
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      Defence is an area he wants to strengthen after seeing William Saliba and Takehiro Tomiyasu limp off in Thursday’s defeat to Sporting Lisbon.
      And Aksam claims Gala right-back Boey is at the top of Arteta’s shopping list.
      The French ace, 22, has been playing in Turkey for over 18 months after previously starring at Rennes and Dijon.
      Like January signing Jakub Kiwior, he is rated as a top future prospect while also having already gained plenty of first-team minutes.
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      Liverpool were linked with a January move for Boey, while Lyon had a £7million bid recently turned down.
      The star is tied down to Gala until 2025, and they will want at least £10m this summer.
      Boey’s arrival could see Tomiyasu switch flanks to become second choice at left-back.
      And that could see Kieran Tierney sweat over his Emirates future after another injury-plagued campaign.
      Versatile Tomiyasu can also play at centre-back, which may yet raise doubts over Rob Holding’s place. More

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      Aston Villa considering shock Romelu Lukaku transfer swoop this summer when Chelsea stars loan finishes at Inter Milan

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      ROMELU LUKAKU is a shock transfer target for Aston Villa, according to reports.The Chelsea striker, 29, was shipped out on loan to Inter Milan for this season despite his £97million transfer in 2021.
      Romelu Lukaku could be on his way to Aston Villa this summerCredit: Getty
      But with that deal ending in the summer, he looks set to be on the move again as the Stamford Bridge club are said to want to sell him.
      And Todo Fichajes claim Aston Villa are surprise admirers and considering launching a bid.
      Unai Emery’s side sold Danny Ings to West Ham in January, leaving Ollie Watkins as the main striker.
      Villa also have Bertrand Traore and Wesley on their books.
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      But signing Lukaku would add plenty of experience and extra talent into the attack.
      Lukaku has 121 goals in 278 Premier League appearances for Chelsea, West Brom, Everton and Manchester United.
      The Belgian, though, has expressed his desire to stay put at Inter, where he spent two years from 2019 to 2021, winning Serie A, reaching the Europa League final and scoring 64 goals in 95 games.
      He has struggled to hit his top form this term, though, with just five goals in 19 games – including three in the league.
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      But as with Villa’s pursuit, attempts by Inter to sign Lukaku permanently could be thwarted by finances.
      Ths San Siro giants and Villa Park side may be unable to offer the money both Chelsea and Lukaku the money they want for a transfer.
      The Blues will certainly have to take a hit on the £97m outlay two years earlier.
      But Lukaku’s current contract in West London sees him earn a whopping £325,000 per week.

      Chelsea have no genuine strikers available for the Champions League knockout stages, dumping Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang while Armando Broja is injured.
      Kai Havertz, Joao Felix and Raheem Sterling can all play in a central role, though. More

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      Roma ‘slash Tammy Abraham asking price in HALF as Premier League side take big step towards transfer for ex-Chelsea man’

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      ROMA have cut their asking price for Tammy Abraham in half, reports suggest.The Italians had previously been claimed to want £66million for his signature.
      Tammy Abraham has been linked with a return to the Premier LeagueCredit: Getty
      But now, according to Calciomercato, an offer of more than £35m could be enough to secure his services.
      That is just under half of the earlier figure reported by Italian newspaper La Gazzetta dello Sport.
      And Calciomercato claim Abraham is top of Aston Villa’s list for attacking reinforcements.
      Abraham, 25, previously spent the 2018-19 season on loan from Chelsea at Villa Park.
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      He helped the club secure promotion to the Premier League, netting 26 goals in 40 appearances for the club.
      After scoring 27 goals in his debut campaign for Roma last season, Abraham has netted seven times so far this term.
      Manchester United and Arsenal have both been linked with a move for the striker, as have former club Chelsea.
      But another of Abraham’s former clubs in Villa are also thought to be keen on the attacker.
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      Unai Emery’s side were previously linked with Abraham back in November.
      And reports suggest Villa remain interested in his signature.
      Roma are also said to be open to letting Abraham leave this summer. More

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      Arsenal legends Patrick Vieira and Thierry Henry ‘battling it out to be next USA manager’

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      ARSENAL icons Thierry Henry and Patrick Vieira are reportedly in the frame to take over as manager of the USA national team.Henry, 45, and Vieira, 46, won two Premier League titles together under Arsene Wenger between 2002 and 2004.
      Thierry Henry and Patrick Vieira won a host of trophies together at ArsenalCredit: Getty
      They also claimed a couple of FA Cups during one of the greatest periods in Arsenal’s history.
      Now they have turned to coaching, with Henry taking the top job at Monaco and Montreal Impact.
      He also spent two stints as Roberto Martinez’s No2 for the Belgium national team.
      Henry departed after the World Cup and has been out of work for the past three months.
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      Meanwhile, Vieira was sacked by Crystal Palace on Friday after a 12-game winless run.
      The Frenchman spent 18 months in charge at Selhurst Park but is now searching for work once more.
      Before his spell at Palace, Vieira coached Manchester City’s Elite Development Squad, New York City FC and Nice.
      According to Goal, both Arsenal legends are being linked with the USA job.
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      The Americans have been without a coach since Gregg Berhalter left after reaching the last-16 of the World Cup in Qatar.
      And USA legend Alexi Lalas has talked up the idea of Vieira getting the job.

      Speaking on Twitter, he said: “I think Patrick Vieira is worth a chat.
      “But I think it’s useless to talk about potential #USMNT coaching candidates until a men’s GM (who will pick the next coach) is hired.” More

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      Newcastle transfer blow with ‘PSG willing to splash staggering £159m to land Khvicha Kvaratskhelia from Napoli’

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      NEWCASTLE have suffered a blow in their pursuit of Napoli star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia after reports of Paris Saint-Germain lining up a stunning £159MILLION offer.The 22-year-old sensational only joined the Serie A leaders last summer from Georgian side Dinamo Tbilisi for £8.6m.
      Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has been a revelation at NapoliCredit: Getty
      But he is already being linked with a move to the Premier League and Newcastle are thought to be a potential destination.
      However, according to Corriere dello Sport, PSG are preparing to pay a remarkable £159m to acquire the forward.
      The Ligue 1 champions also have guaranteed Champions League football – something Newcastle are fighting for.
      Eddie Howe’s men sit two points adrift of fourth-place Tottenham with two games in hand.
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      Kvaratskhelia’s existing contract runs until 2027, but he is earning just £26,000-a-week.
      A remarkable first season has seen him rack up 13 goals and 15 assists in 29 appearances.
      And while an improved deal could be on the cards, Kvaratskhelia, nicknamed “Kvaradona”, wants a release clause put into his contract.
      Napoli are reluctant to oblige as they value their man at around £140m – a figure they could obtain if PSG stump up the cash.
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      Napoli are closing in on their first league title in 33 years.
      Luciano Spaletti’s side sit a huge 18 points clear at the top of Serie A.
      They are also in with a chance of winning the Champions League as they prepare to take on AC Milan in the quarter-finals.
      But they do face losing their two biggest stars in the summer, with Kvaratskhelia and striker Victor Osimhen both linked with moves away. More

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      Edouard Mendy ‘told he can leave Chelsea in summer transfer purge as Graham Potter plots major squad overhaul’

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      CHELSEA have reportedly told Edouard Mendy that he can leave this summer as boss Graham Potter plots a squad overhaul.The West London club need to cut costs after their heavy outlay on new additions.
      Edouard Mendy has reportedly been told that he can leave ChelseaCredit: Rex
      The Blues have switched No1s this season under Potter, with Kepa Arrizabalaga reclaiming first choice status over Mendy.
      Mendy, 30, snubbed a new six-year contract over the salary offered – which did not rival Kepa’s.
      The Senegal international has returned to full training this week after a lengthy time on the sidelines following surgery on his finger in January.
      But his future at Stamford Bridge remains up in the air as he prepares for crunch talks with the club
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      Now the Daily Mirror claims that the stopper, who has 18 months left on his deal, has been told he can go.
      Mendy, who has kept 49 clean sheets in 104 games for the Blues, arrived at Stamford Bridge in 2020 and helped them to Champions League and Club World Cup success before falling out of favour. 
      Meanwhile, we reported earlier that Chelsea are allegedly “prepared to out-bid their rivals” to sign Leeds United’s Illan Meslier as a replacement.
      The 23-year-old goalkeeper joined Leeds on a season-long loan from Lorient in 2019 – a move which became permanent the following year for around £5m.
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      The Elland Road side want to keep the Frenchman if they beat the drop but have placed an asking price of over £30m on his head amid mounting interest.
      We have previously reported how Manchester United have been monitoring Meslier’s situation.
      Newcastle are also believed to be keen on him while Chelsea were linked with a move for him in January and now seem set to try for him again. More