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      Mauricio Pochettino ‘wants emotional Tottenham return in summer’ but former manager could spark internal power struggle

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      MAURICIO POCHETTINO allegedly “wants a nostalgic return” to Tottenham if Antonio Conte departs at the end of the season.The Argentine, who we revealed has eyes on the Chelsea job, has been out of work since being axed by French giants Paris Saint-Germain in July.
      Mauricio Pochettino ‘wants to return to Tottenham’ this summerCredit: AFP
      The 51-year-old former Southampton manager enjoyed a memorable five-year spell at Spurs and guided them to the Champions League final in 2019.
      Despite that, he was still axed the following November but is believed to have “remained on good terms” with chairman Daniel Levy.
      Now The Times says that Pochettino “is among the names being considered by Tottenham to replace Conte” as the Italian “is increasingly likely to return to Italy at — or before — the end of the season”.
      Since the South American’s departure, Spurs fans have been forced to watch three successive coaches that deploy a more pragmatic style of football.
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      But Poch, who still lives in Hertfordshire, “would change that” and he “also has a strong bond” still with supporters.
      However, the report adds that what “is less clear is whether Levy would swallow his pride” and also if managing director Fabio Paratici would want Pochettino remains in doubt “as it would provoke an internal power struggle and potential conflict over the tactical system”. 
      Paratici has brought in managers that prefer to play with wing-backs while Pochettino usually deploys a back four.
      Poch, who won Ligue 1 with PSG last season, turned down an approach by Aston Villa for a swift return to football last year.
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      And he has also thrown his hat into the ring to become England manager after Gareth Southgate.
      Spurs sacked Poch was sacked by Tottenham after five-and-a-half years in charge back in November 2019.
      Despite not winning a trophy for Spurs, he guided the club to four consecutive Champions League finishes.
      Prior to his arrival, Spurs had finished in the top four in just two of their previous 22 seasons in the Premier League.
      He also took the club to the Champions League final in 2019, but Liverpool prevailed as they won 2-0.
      After replacing Tim Sherwood in 2014, Poch took charge of 293 games, winning 159, losing 72 and drawing on 62 occasions. More

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      Jude Bellingham’s dad ‘holds transfer meeting in London hotel’ just hours before Dortmund’s crunch clash with Chelsea

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM’S father is allegedly holding talks with Real Madrid today over a stunning transfer move.Bellingham, 19, is one of the most in-demand teenagers in world football after his exploits at the World Cup and for Borussia Dortmund.
      Jude Bellingham is due to face Chelsea with Dortmund tonightCredit: PA
      The former Birmingham ace is back on these shores today for the second-leg of the Champions League last-16 clash with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
      Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester United and Manchester City have all been linked with the ex-Birmingham City academy player.
      We reported last month how Newcastle had now joined the transfer chase, while Real Madrid have also held a heavy interest in signing the teenage sensation.
      Los Blancos have been trying to work on a deal for some time with their chief scout Juni Calafat already “taking care of relations” with Bellingham’s father, Mark, who manages his son’s career.

      But there was a growing feeling that they “are becoming resigned to the fact that the financial muscle of the Premier League is almost unbeatable”.
      However, a fresh report has now claimed that talks are happening TODAY between the two camps.
      Foot Mercato say: “According to our information, a meeting is indeed underway between the father of the England international and Juni Calafat, director of international football for Real Madrid, and responsible for recruiting young players on a global scale.”
      The French publication added that the “meeting is at the Chelsea Harbor hotel in London” and that Madrid “will present its project for the playmaker” in it.
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      Los Blancos are allegedly preparing for the departure of midfield veterans Toni Kroos and Luka Modric at the end of the season.
      And they appear to have clearly identified Bellingham as their top target.
      The Spanish champs can’t afford the reported £135m price-tag, having already committed to a £60m deal for 16-year-old Brazilian winger Endrick.
      But we previously reported how Real are instead plotting to bid a tasty £88m fee while also handing over Eduardo Camavinga in exchange. More

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      Chelsea and Liverpool transfer blow as ‘Rafael Leao’s agent offers AC Milan star to Real Madrid’

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      CHELSEA and Liverpool target Rafael Leao has reportedly been offered to Real Madrid.And it could see the AC Milan star miss out on a Premier League move this summer.
      AC Milan star Rafael Leao has been offered to Real MadridCredit: Getty
      Gazzetta claims Leao is no closer to extending his San Siro contract, which expires in 2024.
      Milan are now gearing up to sell the Portugal ace at the end of the season.
      And English sides including Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester City are thought to be interested.
      However, Leao could end up signing for Real Madrid instead.
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      It’s believed the forward’s agent, Jorge Mendes, offered Leao to Los Blancos last month.
      Initial contact was started with club chiefs, who are making preparations for the eventual exit of 35-year-old Karim Benzema.
      But talks are yet to resume despite Real expressing an interest.
      Leao is thought to be open to all options, including staying at Milan.
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      However, he wants to be paid at least £7million each year on his next deal.
      Milan have made several offers which have not come near that figure.
      And so an exit appears to be the most probably outcome.
      Chelsea had been firm favourites for Leao, with Graham Potter even expressing his admiration for the talent before the Blues’ Champions League group stage wins over Milan.
      But Todd Boehly instead opted to spend £88million on Ukrainian winger Mykhailo Mudryk in January.
      Likewise, Liverpool landed Cody Gakpo at the turn of the year and still have Luis Diaz to return from injury.
      And that could end up putting City in pole position, with Jack Grealish currently the only option on the left. More

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      How Man Utd could line up next season with stunning attack including Harry Kane and Tammy Abraham transfers

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are set to overhaul their attack next summer. SunSport exclusively revealed the club have made contact with Harry Kane over a transfer.
      Harry Kane could seal a move to Manchester United in the summerCredit: AFP
      United have also reportedly been watching Tammy AbrahamCredit: Getty
      Here’s how Man Utd could look next season
      Meanwhile, a report from The Athletic suggests club scouts have been watching Tammy Abraham.
      The two Englishman would represent an interesting new attacking dynamic for Erik ten Hag next season.
      This season the club’s top goalscorer has been Marcus Rashford with 14 Premier League goals.
      However, with the potential arrival of both Kane and Abraham that burden would be eased.
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      And it creates the prospect of a new-look United attack.
      Should Ten Hag stick with his favoured 4-2-3-1 formation, Abraham may be pushed out wide to allow Kane to operate as the main striker.
      But Kane’s ability to drop deep and spray passes could see Rashford and Abraham performing inside-out runs in a similar fashion to Son Heung-min at his best.
      The duo could effectively form a front two while Kane drops deeper alongside Bruno Fernandes to help create chances.
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      Erik ten Hag could adpot a more classic 4-4-2
      With United also eyeing Frenkie de Jong, Casemiro’s midfield partner could also be revamped.
      Another look at the team could see Ten Hag move to a classic 4-4-2 formation.
      This would likely see Antony come in at right-wing, while under-fire Fernandes is not afforded a spot in the starting XI.
      A goalkeeper change could also be in the works, with SunSport revealing the Red Devils are interested in Leeds’ Illan Meslier as David De Gea’s future remains uncertain.
      Alternatively, a more experimental United formation could see them switch to a back three.
      Rashford and Abraham could run the channels with Kane free to roam behind them and pick passes and shots from deeper, while Fernandes partners Casemiro in midfield.
      Harry Maguire could then slot into the back three on the right side of defence.
      This may allow him to replicate his England form with more freedom to play out and more cover when defending thanks to Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez.
      But before any of this, United will face off against Real Betis in the Europa League looking to bounce from the 7-0 humiliation handed to them by Liverpool.
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      How Arsenal could line up next season after two major signings and an attack good enough to win the Champions League

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      ARSENAL could look to compete at home and abroad next season by landing two major signings.The Gunners have mounted a surprise title push this season and sit five points ahead of Manchester City.
      Victor Osimhen and Declan Rice are Arsenal’s two main transfer targets
      The Gunners are leading the race to sign Victor OsimhenCredit: Getty
      Arsenal are also favourites to land Declan RiceCredit: Getty
      Mikel Arteta has overseen a vast improvement at The Emirates thanks in part to the club’s transfer business last summer.
      Arrivals such as Oleksandr Zinchenko and Gabriel Jesus have had a big impact and Arsenal could look to make other significant additions this summer.
      Arteta is believed to be keen on a midfielder having missed out on Brighton’s Moises Caicedo, with Declan Rice said to be top of his wishlist.
      The West Ham captain is at the centre of a transfer tussle with Manchester United and Chelsea also interested in the £100million-rated midfielder.
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      Arsenal also want to add more goals to the side and build their strength in depth up-front following Jesus’ injury.
      The Gunners are reportedly leading the race to sign Napoli hitman Victor Osimhen, who revealed it is his dream to play in the Premier League after scoring 19 goals in 21 Serie A games this season.
      United are also keen on the striker who could cost around £133m.
      Arteta and Edu could also try to sign Romeo Lavia, who has impressed since joining Southampton from Manchester City last summer.
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      Mikel Arteta has several targets in mind should Arsenal miss out on Rice and Osimhen
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      Crystal Palace star man Wilfried Zaha is also of interest and could be snapped up for free with his contract set to expire in the summer.
      Chelsea are monitoring the winger but he is reported to be an Arsenal fan, which could boost the Gunners’ chances of landing the Palace player.
      The Gunners have also been heavily linked with a move for highly-rated Spanish right-back Ivan Fresneda.
      He has a release clause of £26.5million in his contract and Real Valladolid hope to spark a bidding war to get close to that amount. More

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      Arsenal legend Wojciech Szczesny ‘rejects Tottenham transfer approach with Juventus star refusing to join bitter rivals’

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      FORMER Arsenal keeper Wojciech Szczesny has reportedly REJECTED an approach from North London rivals Tottenham.The Poland international, 32, has spent six years at Juventus since departing the Emirates in 2017.
      Juventus keeper Wojciech Szczesny has reportedly rejected TottenhamCredit: Getty
      Spurs are seeking a replacement for Hugo Lloris, 36, who is expected to leave in the summer as he enters the final 12 months of his contract.
      And sporting director Fabio Paratici has reportedly enquired about the possibility of signing Szczesny from the Serie A giants.
      But according to Gazzetta dello Sport, the ex-Arsenal man has slammed the door shut on a potential move.
      He is said to be keen on remaining at Juventus – where he is under contract until 2024 and could see that deal extended by a further year.
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      Spurs’ interest in Szczesny has caught some by surprise given the former Arsenal man has mocked the Lilywhites in the past.
      In 2016, when Tottenham were beaten 5-1 by already-relegated Newcastle on the final day of the Premier League season, he tweeted “Spurs” alongside a crying laughing emoji and a love heart.
      Then two years later, when Juventus knocked Spurs out of the Champions League, he tweeted:  “Great win and celebrations versus one of the best teams in North London.
      “FORZA JUVE! North London is red.”
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      When leaving the pitch, he also appeared to perform a “chin up” gesture to the Spurs fans.
      Tottenham are keen to sign a new keeper as Lloris approaches the latter stages of his career.
      The France No1 is sidelined for at least another month with a knee injury as Fraser Forster assumes the role in between the sticks.
      And Szczesny, who has played more than 200 times for Juventus, would have provided the squad with experience of winning silverware.
      He has claimed three Serie A titles and two Coppa Italias during his time in Italy.
      Gazzetta’s report states he could eventually be open to a move to the MLS towards the end of his career. More

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      Man Utd transfer targets Harry Kane and Victor Osimhen head to head shows Ten Hag exactly who should replace Ronaldo

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      MANCHESTER UNITED will be in the market for a striker in the summer with the Old Trafford club yet to find a long-term successor to Cristiano Ronaldo.Five-time Champions League and Ballon d’Or winner Ronaldo, 38, left United late last year after having his contract ripped up.
      Man Utd are confident in signing Harry Kane IF Tottenham don’t qualify for the Champions LeagueCredit: PA
      Napoli hitman Victor Osimhen is also a transfer targetCredit: Getty
      United and Erik ten Hag plugged the gap in January with the loan signing of Wout Weghorst.
      The Dutchman has played 14 times for the Red Devils scoring just once.
      But he played a part in United’s Carabao Cup final win over Newcastle last month.
      Whether his loan move from Burnley is made permanent in the summer is yet to be seen.
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      But SunSport exclusively revealed that Man Utd are plotting a summer move for Tottenham and England star Harry Kane.
      In fact, United believe they will land Kane, 29, this summer — if Tottenham finish outside the top four.
      Old Trafford chiefs reckon Spurs missing out on a Champions League place will see them lower their £100million asking price.
      Another striker target is Napoli’s Victor Osimhen.
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      But like Kane, the serial goal scorer is likely to cost a fortune especially with Napoli looking certain to win Serie A.
      Premier League leaders Arsenal are also said to be leading the race to sign Osimhen.
      Both Kane and Osimhen, 24, are two worthy successors to Ronaldo, but how do their stats compare?
      Harry Kane vs Victor Osimhen
      Across all competitions since the 2021-22 season, Kane has played a considerable more amount of games.
      In 86 appearances to Osimhen’s 58, Kane has scored 47 and assisted 14.
      Osimhen, on the other hand, has 39 goals and five assists.
      But the Napoli ace’s goals and assists per 90 are better than Kane’s at 0.91.
      Osimhen’s shot conversion also has the edge over the England captain.
      Here’s how Kane and Osimhen compare
      Kane is, however, far superior in the playmaking department.
      He has created 121 chances to Osimhen’s 46.
      And he has had more touches inside the opposition penalty area.
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      But Ten Hag may be drawn towards Osimhen’s youth, with the Napoli ace five years Kane’s junior.
      And with years of improvement ahead of him, Osimhen’s best is yet to come. More

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      Arsenal star Reiss Nelson wanted by Brighton and Nice on free transfers with winger at ‘crossroads’ as deal runs down

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      ARSENAL forward Reiss Nelson is reportedly attracting interest from Brighton and Nice.The Gunners star, 23, scored a sensational stoppage-time winner for Mikel Arteta’s men on Saturday as they dramatically clinched a 3-2 win over Bournemouth.
      Reiss Nelson rifled home Arsenal’s dramatic late winner on SaturdayCredit: AFP
      Nelson’s crucial moment ensured Arsenal retain their five-point lead at the top of the Premier League table with 12 games remaining.
      Yet despite a potentially season-defining moment, his contract is continuing to run down at the Emirates.
      If Nelson does not pen a new deal, he will become a free agent in the summer.
      And an exit from the club he has been with for 14 years looked more likely than ever when he was left out of the squad for the wins over Everton and Leicester.
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      According to CBS Sports, both Brighton and Ligue 1 side Nice are interested in signing him if he becomes a free agent at the end of the season.
      However, injuries to Leandro Trossard, Eddie Nketiah and Gabriel Jesus are set to give him a much-needed opportunity, so his future remains in the balance.
      Speaking after Nelson’s goal on Saturday, Arteta said: “I always saw the potential, the talent and the desire for him to do it, but I think he’s at a different level right now.
      “I think emotionally, the experiences he’s had has helped him.
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      “Football-wise, it was my decision not to put him in the squad in the last two games because we had other options. 
      “He’s knocking on the door. He’s been training really well and it’s a good lesson for me and the coaches that we need him and that he can really be important in the team.” 
      Nelson has contributed seven goals and seven assists in 56 appearances for the club.
      And back in November he insisted he wants to stay in North London.
      He told The Evening Standard: “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.” More