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      Man Utd’s Jude Bellingham transfer back ON as they join three rivals in race for hottest prospect in football

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      MANCHESTER UNITED’S move for Jude Bellingham is back on.That’s after joining three rivals in the race for England’s midfield superstar.
      Man Utd are back in the hunt for Borussia Dortmund star Jude BellinghamCredit: Getty
      Bellingham, 19, is the hottest property in football right now after becoming a key man for club and country.
      The midfielder has clocked up 10 goals for Borussia Dortmund this season and also set the World Cup alight with some huge performances under Gareth Southgate.
      It now looks certain Bellingham will depart Germany for a new challenge after three years in the Bundesliga.
      And the Athletic claims United have emerged as a potential destination for the box-to-box star.
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      The Red Devils are enjoying a fine resurgence with Erik ten Hag at the helm.
      And they could soon have plenty of cash to spend ahead of a potential takeover by mega-rich Qataris.
      That has opened the door to a possible £132million move for Bellingham, which would make the teenager the most expensive signing in Premier League history.
      However, United currently lag behind several other sides.
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      It’s reckoned Liverpool are favourites despite having a shocking season under Jurgen Klopp.
      Bellingham is a huge admirer of the German and has not been put off by their dip in form.

      Sources close to negotiations claim it’s “Liverpool’s deal to lose”, but it remains to be seen whether the Reds can stump up the cash as owners FSG look for new investors.
      Meanwhile, Real Madrid are keen after holding talks with Bellingham’s representatives.
      They would love to create a new midfield three also involving Eduardo Camavinga and Aurelien Tchouameni.
      But Real do not currently have the funds to match bids from the Premier League.
      They already acknowledge Bellingham is likely to return to England.
      And they are also prioritising a new forward to replace ageing hitman Karim Benzema.
      Finally, Manchester City remain interested despite their Financial Fair Play battle.
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      Ilkay Gundogan could be off when his contract expires, and Bellingham is also close pals with striker Erling Haaland.
      But the final say will come down to Pep Guardiola, with City always ready to back their man if he deems a player absolutely necessary. More

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      Marcel Sabitzer hints at permanent Man Utd transfer stay at end of season as Bayern Munich make their demands

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      MANCHESTER UNITED could sign Marcel Sabitzer on a permanent basis in the summer, according to his agent.The midfielder arrived in an emergency loan deal in January to replace the injured Christian Eriksen.
      Marcel Sabitzer could stay at Manchester United beyond his loanCredit: Rex
      He was thrown straight into the United team and appears to be enjoying life at Old Trafford.
      And according to his agent there is a chance he could sign a permanent deal in the summer.
      He told German outlet Sport1 that they “will see what happens” when the transfer window re-opens.
      But with Bayern Munich believed to be open to a sale it is possible Sabitzer will remain at United.
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      He signed for the German champions in 2021 but has struggled to nail down a first-team place.
      Bayern have reportedly set an asking price of £18million for the midfielder but would be willing to negotiate that fee.
      Sabitzer also refused to rule out a permanent switch after revealing he liked the atmosphere at the club.
      He said: “It’s a loan at the moment, that’s all I can say.
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      “I like it here. I’m feeling very good here. I like the team, I like the club, the atmosphere in Old Trafford.
      “We will see what happens in the summer.” More

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      ‘Never say never’ – Napoli chief reveals Man Utd and Chelsea transfer target Victor Osimhen could leave for ‘crazy’ fee

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      NAPOLI’S president has admitted that star man Victor Osimhen could leave if they receive a “crazy” transfer offer.Nigerian star Osimhen, 24, has fired Napoli 15 points clear at the top of the Serie A table in their pursuit of a first title since 1990.
      Victor Osimhen continued his stunning scoring streak against Frankfurt on TuesdayCredit: Getty
      And he further strengthened his blossoming reputation and continued his scoring streak for the Italian side against Eintracht Frankfurt in the Champions League last night.
      Osimhen opened the scoring in the first half as Napoli beat 10-man Frankfurt 2-0 in the first leg of their Round of 16 tie.
      That took his tally to 20 goals for the campaign and will surely have seen interest in him soaring.
      Recent reports have emerged suggesting Man Utd are preparing to launch a staggering £107million transfer bid.
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      Such a deal would equal the current British transfer record set by Chelsea’s acquisition of Enzo Fernandez in January – with the Blues also keen to land the hitman.
      Liverpool are another club believed to be looking at launching a mega move for him.
      But Napoli president Aurelio de Laurentiis has so far remained defiant over the possibility of a sale and wants to keep him.
      But now, when quizzed about the futures of both Osimhen and fellow star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, he has admitted that the pair could leave this summer in a huge boost to the circling Premier League clubs – but reiterated that he hopes to hold on to them both.
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      De Laurentiis said: “Kvara and Osimhen? It won’t be difficult to keep our best players, we’re good with contracts — but never say never in case of crazy proposals. I think they will stay for a long time.”
      Osimhen left Lille for Napoli for £62.4m in 2020 and has scored 42 goals in 70 Serie A appearances since.
      He remains under contract until 2025 but no talks over an extension are believed to have yet taken place.
      The Red Devils lost Cristiano Ronaldo in December but brought in Wout Weghorst on-loan to bolster their forward line.
      Erik ten Hag is looking to bring in a new striker this summer for the long-term and has identified Napoli’s Osimhen as his No1 target. More

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      Premier League clubs dealt transfer blow as Napoli boss says ‘priceless’ wonderkid ‘not for sale’

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      NAPOLI have told Premier League suitors that Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is “priceless”.The Italians are braced for summer bids for their star men after flying to massive 15 point lead in Serie A, as they look destined for a first league title since 1990.
      Napoli have warned Premier League clubs off of their wing sensationCredit: AFP
      While the likes of Manchester United are circling around hotshot striker Victor Osimhen, Georgian winger Kvaratskhelia has been just as important this season.
      Napoli plucked the 22-year-old from obscurity last summer in a bargain £8.8million deal from Dinamo Batumi in his homeland.
      He has since earned the nicknamed ‘Kvaradona’ – after Napoli most iconic former star Diego Maradona – after scoring 10 goals and provided 9 assists in 19 Serie A matches this season.
      This form has put some of the Premier League’s biggest teams on alert but Napoli director Cristiano Giuntoli has dealt interested parties a huge blow.
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      He said: “Khvicha’s a fantastic player and we want to keep him, it’s not even the case to mention a specific price tag to sell him.”
      He continued: “In this moment, Kvaratskhelia is not for sale. The market hasn’t even started.”
      The winger has been linked with some of Europe’s biggest sides including Real Madrid, Manchester City and PSG.
      Cash rich Newcastle have also registered their interest in recent weeks as the race really starts to hot up.
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      Kvaratskhelia was part of the Napoli side that beat Eintracht Frankfurt 2-0 on Tuesday night in the first leg of their Champions League last 16 tie.
      He missed a penalty but did provide the assist for Napoli’s second goal.
      Khvicha Kvaratskhelia in action for Napoli in the Champions League football against Eintracht FrankfurtCredit: Rex
      Khvicha Kvaratskhelia celebrates scoring for Napoli in Serie ACredit: Rex More

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      ‘Getting Harry Kane vibes’ – Arsenal fans excited as club consider huge move for 20-year-old Serie A striker

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      ARSENAL are plotting a transfer swoop for Atalanta striker Rasmus Hojlund, according to reports. The 20-year-old has impressed in Italy this season having joined last summer from Strum Graz in a £15million deal.
      Rasmus Hojlund has impressed this season for AtalantaCredit: Getty
      Hojlund has netted seven goals in 21 games for Atalanta this term.
      And his form has caught the attention of Arsenal, according to La Repubblica.
      However, the report claims that Real Madrid’s president Florentino Perez is also a huge admirer of Hojlund.
      Real are on the lookout for Karim Benzema’s long-term successor.
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      The two-capped Dane has Arsenal fans excited.
      He has even been likened to Tottenham star man Harry Kane.

      One Gunners fan said: “Anyone else getting Harry Kane vibes?”
      Another tweeted: “He’s got Odegaard’s feet.”
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      However, some Arsenal fans are keen to stick with academy graduates Eddie Nketiah and Folarin Balogun.
      The latter, in particular, is having a barnstorming season in Ligue 1 with Reims.
      Balogun has 15 goals in 23 league games, outscoring the likes of Lionel Messi and Neymar.
      Hojlund has been likened to Harry KaneCredit: Alamy More

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      Man Utd signed WRONG Ajax winger says club legend as current star is ‘much better and smarter’ than ‘confused’ Antony

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      DUTCH football legend Marco van Basten has told Manchester United they signed the wrong Ajax player in the summer. United splashed a huge £85million on Brazilian winger Antony from the Dutch giants in the close season.
      Mohammed Kudus in action for Ajax this seasonCredit: Rex
      Dutch and Ajax legend Marco van Basten does not rate AntonyCredit: Getty
      But Van Basten reckons the Red Devils missed a better player was lurking in the Ajax ranks.
      That man is Mohammed Kudus, who the Dutch legend says is “much better” that Antony.
      Things haven’t particularly worked out for the Brazil international so far, with just three goals and no assists in the Premier League not reflecting the huge fee United paid.
      And Van Basten adds that he looks “confused” at Old Trafford.
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      Speaking to Ziggo Sport, he said: “I find Mohammed Kudus a much better football player than Antony.
      “Antony has his skills, but he is confused with the things he is trying to do!”
      “Kudus has much better technique and he knows what he is doing. Antony may be faster, but Kudus is smarter and more technical.”
      Van Basten continued: “He is much more of a footballer, you can place him anywhere on the pitch, an all-rounder for the team.”
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      “In fact, I like him much better than Antony. He’s more fun to watch play.”
      While Anthony has struggled to adapt to life in the Premier League Kudus has hit 15 goals and provided three assists in 30 appearances for Ajax this season.
      The forward starred for Ajax in their miserable Champions League campaign with six goal contributions in as many games as the Dutch giants went out in the group stage. More

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      Emi Martinez ‘WILL be made available for summer transfer exit’ from Aston Villa after Emery slammed him for Arsenal loss

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      EMILIANO MARTINEZ will reportedly be made available for transfer by Aston Villa this summer.The 30-year-old hit the headlines after helping Argentina to win the World Cup in December.
      Emi Martinez could be put up for sale by Aston Villa this summerCredit: Rex
      He was named goalkeeper of the tournament but caused a furore moments after collecting the Glove Glove award by putting the trophy to his crotch and thrusting it forward.
      That led to the recently-appointed Villa boss Unai Emery warning the stopper that he must learn to control his emotions.
      But Emery slammed Martinez again this weekend for his part in Gabriel Martinelli’s goal for Arsenal.
      The goalie decided to go up for a corner in the final moments with his side trailing 3-2.
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      And the Gunners were able to counter quickly and score a fourth goal as the Brazilian tapped into an unguarded net.
      Now the Daily Mail are claiming that “Aston Villa would consider offers this summer” for their No 1.
      Although it is said they “are set to demand a high price”.
      Martinez arrived at the club from Arsenal three years ago in a £16million move and last year agreed a new £100,000-a-week, five-year contract to become their top earner.
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      He has previously declared his ambition to win the Champions League, something he is unlikely to be able to do with Villa at present, but is believed to be happy at the club.
      Villa are under no pressure to sell either, although they “are not closed to the idea of doing so” with Emery reported to be wanting more of a “sweeper-keeper” for his side.
      A host of clubs could all be in the market for a new goalkeeper come the end of the season, including both Manchester United and Tottenham.
      Chelsea have also been urged to try and sign Martinez by Joe Cole after Edouard Mendy rejected a new contract.
      Villa reportedly know that the South American is one of the players in their squad that is “guaranteed to generate a healthy profit” and it could see Martinez become one of the most-expensive goalkeepers on the planet.
      Chelsea Kepa Arrizabalaga is the current top dog after his £71m transfer from Athletic Bilbao in 2018.
      Liverpool star Alisson is second at £65m while Manchester City’s Ederson is third at £35m. More

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      ‘Is this a joke?’ – Potter and Boehly slammed over Chelsea team selection after £600m transfer spree

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      GRAHAM POTTER and Todd Boehly have been slammed for starting David Datro Fofana after their mega transfer outlay at Chelsea.Blues owner Boehly spent a stunning £326m in the January transfer window – which is more than a third of the total £815m paid across the whole of the Premier League – to take his outlay to more than £600m in under a year.
      Graham Potter suffered another frustrating defeat against SouthamptonCredit: Alamy
      But their scoring problems have still persisted with their form continuing to take a nosedive.
      Boss Potter turned to Datro Fofana, the 20-year-old who arrived from Molde for £10.5m last month, to lead his team’s attack against bottom of the table Southampton on Saturday.
      But Chelsea once again drew a blank as the Saints shocked Stamford Bridge and claimed a 1-0 win.
      Despite all of the new signings, the failure to capture a genuine top striker has led to many criticising the club and their transfer policy.
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      Now BBC pundit Garth Crooks, a former forward for Tottenham, Manchester United and England, has joined in.
      He wrote: “So Chelsea have spent over £600m in the transfer window and had to turn to a 20-year-old unknown in David Datro Fofana to provide them with the goals they desperately need? Is this a joke?”

      Crooks added: “I said last week I wasn’t sure if Todd Boehly knew what he was doing. I’m now asking the same question of Graham Potter. 
      “The apprehension in the air was penetrating. We all know that it can’t go on like this.”
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      The latest setback left Chelsea sitting tenth in the Premier League, a massive 11 points off the top four.
      And they must overturn a 1-0 deficit in the second leg of their last 16 tie with Borussia Dortmund in order to keep their Champions League hopes alive.
      But their hopes have been given a minor boost with chief tormentor from the first leg, Karim Adeyemi, OUT for the clash. More