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      Aston Villa to go head-to-head with PSG in Marcus Rashford transfer battle with Unai Emery desperate to sign Man Utd ace

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      ASTON VILLA are set to go head to head with Paris Saint-Germain this summer in a battle for Marcus Rashford.Sun Sport can reveal the Premier League side want to make the current loan arrangement they have with the England star a permanent switch.Aston Villa are set to face Paris Saint-Germain this summer in a battle for Marcus RashfordManchester United loanee Rashford came very close to joining PSG in 2022Credit: GettyManager Unai Emery has told Villa chiefs he’s confident the Manchester United forward’s head is in the right place and that signing him would help take the club to the next level.The big issue will be Rashford’s salary but Villa hope he could be persuaded to take a drop in his wages in order to secure a move that will help resurrect his career with the club and England.Emery – who took a risk by signing Rashford – rates him very highly.So highly in fact that Villa sources said he’d be prepared to make him their main striker should Ollie Watkins leave over the summer.Read More on FootballWatkins has been constantly linked with a move away from Villa Park, with Arsenal remaining very keen on the player.Rashford almost joined PSG before his loan move to the Villans and is still in talks with the French side who Rashford and Co lost 3-1 to in Paris in the first leg of their Champions League quarter final last night. According to L’Equipe, the versatile forward came extremely close to a transfer to Paris in the summer of 2022.In fact, the Parisians wanted the England international to come in and replace Neymar in the starting line-up.Most read in FootballAt least three meetings took place between the club and the Man Utd star’s entourage.Talks went so well with then sporting director Leonardo that the 27-year-old gave the “green light” for a move to Ligue 1.’That was missing’ – Brutally blunt Thomas Tuchel reveals disappointment in Rashford and Foden’s England performancesHowever, a deal fell apart in May of that year after PSG axed Leonardo and there is a strong feeling that if the Brazilian chief had stayed then Rashford would be playing for the French champions.Nevertheless, the same source reports talks have been been revived between Rashford and Leonardo’s replacement Luis Campos.Villa, who were watched by Prince William and his son George in Paris last night, will host PSG next Tuesday in the second leg of the tie.Wills and George cheer as Villa go a goal up in Paris in the first leg More

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      Rasmus Hojlund’s Man Utd future already in jeopardy as Serie A clubs circle over misfiring striker transfer

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      RASMUS HOJLUND’S Man Utd career could soon be over as the Red Devils consider shipping him out.That’s according to Fabrizio Romano, who says Serie A clubs are keeping a close eye on the Danish striker.Man Utd are considering Rasmus Hojlund’s future at the clubCredit: ReutersThe Italian transfer guru adds that Man Utd are still deciding whether to keep Hojlund or sign a new front man.Hojlund has been heavily linked with Napoli and a deal that could see Man Utd sign Galatasaray loanee Victor Osimhen in return.The forward is already proven in Italy, having enjoyed a stellar season at Atalanta before moving to Old Trafford.He joined Gian Piero Gasperini’s side from Sturm Graz in 2022 and despite an unspectacular return of ten goals, his work rate and link-up play convinced Man Utd to shell out a whopping £72m fee a year later.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSAnd Hojlund would finish the following season in more fruitful form in front of goal, as he netted 16 goals in all competitions for Erik ten Hag’s Red Devils.But his purple patch came to an end after the arrival of Ruben Amorim, with the Dane adding just two Premier League goals and four in all competitions since the Portuguese boss arrived from Sporting Lisbon.SunSport’s Dean Scoggins accused Hojlund of taking up positions that make it extremely difficult for the player to add to his meagre goal tally.He commented in his weekly Tactics Exposed video: “Hojlund hasn’t been getting the service that he should be, given the issues that have already been highlighted, but his average position is baffling.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK”The striker’s average position at half time [against Man City] was deeper than [defensive midfielder] Manuel Ugarte’s.”The Dane doesn’t push the defender back as much as he should and it seems like he has a lack of confidence when it comes to beating a defender 1v1.Why Ruben Amorim’s Man United system is broken”[Joshua] Zirkzee offered much more in terms of stretching the City defence, but he just isn’t fast enough to make his runs effective. More

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      Mo Salah set to sign new two-year deal with Liverpool as cost of keeping talisman, 32, is revealed

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      MO SALAH is on the verge of signing a stunning new deal worth £42million that will see him complete a decade at ­Liverpool.Anfield’s Egyptian king is understood to be ready to put pen to paper on a contract until 2027.Mohamed Salah is edging closer to a new Liverpool dealCredit: GettyThe current deal of the Kop’s Egyptian King expires at the end of the season, with Salah himself previously hinting this could be his final year playing at Anfield.But Owners Fenway Sports Group are confident Salah, 32, will ignore the lure of the Saudi Pro League by signing up for £400,000 per week.It comes after fellow contract rebel Virgil van Dijk said “progress” had been made on his own new deal.There were fears Salah, skipper Van Dijk, 32, and Trent Alexander-Arnold could all walk away as free agents this summer.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile Alexander-Arnold, 26, is bound for Real Madrid, Salah and Van Dijk look set to give Liverpool a huge boost as they close in on the Prem title.Sporting director Richard Hughes has developed a close relationship with Salah’s agent Ramy Abbas Issa during negotiations.And Salah is prepared to miss Egypt’s June training camp to rest his body so he is at his best for Liverpool next season.Saudi Arabia have long had interest in Salah, with a £150million bid from Al-Ittihad rejected in 2023.Most read in FootballMeanwhile, captain Virgil van Dijk is set to follow suit by putting pen to paper on fresh terms.The Dutchman, 33, will also sign a two-year deal following a previous offer below his expectations.He gave the biggest indication yet he would stay earlier this week when he said: “There is progress, yes.”However, the homegrown defender Alexander-Arnold looks destined to part ways with Liverpool and head to Spain to join Jude Bellingham at Real Madrid.BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKNothing is signed on that move yet, but the Spanish giants are said to be “confident” the 26-year-old will join them when his Liverpool deal expires.How Mo Salah bamboozled Man City with genius ‘backpedal trick’With his expected move, Alexander-Arnold will become only the seventh Englishman to play for Real Madrid, adding his name to a list including ex-Reds Steve McManaman and Michael Owen.However, Liverpool could still land a fee for the defender after a new transfer window was agreed to allow clubs to sign and sell players ahead of the Club World Cup, which Real are competing in.Virgil van Dijk is set to follow suitCredit: GettyIt comes with Real Madrid confident of landing Trent Alexander-ArnoldCredit: Getty More

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      ‘No brainer’ – Man Utd fans demand club sign Liam Delap after discovering new release clause if Ipswich go down

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      THE relegation release clause of Manchester United target Liam Delap has been revealed.Delap, 22, has impressed for Ipswich despite the club’s looming relegation from the Premier League.Liam Delap’s relegation release clause has been revealedCredit: GettyIt has been a breakout year for the former Manchester City star, scoring 12 goals and adding two assists in 33 Premier League games.His performances have sparked interest from a number of top clubs, including Man Utd and Chelsea.And SunSport understands Delap will be available for as little as £30million if Ipswich are relegated.The Tractor Boys signed the England Under-21 ace for £15m plus £5m in add-ons last summer.Any deal to sell Delap, the son of former Stoke star Rory Delap, will also see Man City earn 20 per cent through a sell-on clause in the deal which took him to Portman Road last summer. Man Utd are known to be admirers of him, alongside Chelsea, Liverpool and Newcastle.But the cash-strapped Red Devils will likely view this news as a huge bonus considering the estimated cost of other striker targets including Viktor Gyokeres, Hugo Ekitike or Victor Osimhen.SunSport reported earlier this week how Man Utd transfer chiefs had made Delap their number one transfer target for the summer window. Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordIpswich are thought to have slapped a £40m price tag on the striker, the same value as a Man City buy-back clause.However, with the club now looking likely to join Southampton in being relegated back to the Championship due to sitting 12 points off of safety, that fee will drop even lower.Why Ruben Amorim’s Man United system is brokenReacting to the news on social media, one excited fan begged United transfer chiefs to get a deal done, saying: “Delap for £30m is a no brainer.”A second said: “Would be an absolute bargain.”A third added: “Steal.”Another said: “Sign him up Idc.”SunSport analysed which striker Man Utd should try to sign last month.Delap was highlighted for his fit to the profile Ruben Amorim needs leading the line thanks to his quick and powerful runs in behind the opposition defensive line.However, there is a concern that United could face the same issues they have done with Rasmus Hojlund, who shares a similar profile to Delap, in that he is simply not ready to lead the line of a club like Man Utd where the pressure is huge. More

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      Man Utd on red alert over Jarrad Branthwaite transfer with Everton expected to lose defender this summer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have been put on alert with Everton expecting to lose Jarrad Branthwaite this summer.The Toffees are facing a huge summer overhaul at the end of the season, with just 11 senior players currently under contract for next season.Everton are expecting to lose Manchester United target Jarrad Branthwaite this summerCredit: AlamyMan Utd are on red alert as they keep tabs on Branthwaite’s situation at EvertonCredit: GettyWhile defender Branthwaite has a deal running until 2027, with an option to extend by another year, senior figures at Goodison Park have already accepted he will depart.United failed in a bid for the England Under-21 international last summer, while SunSport can reveal the Toffees rejected a significant bid from a Premier League rival on deadline day in January.The Red Devils are expected to return again this summer as they look to build a squad capable of playing Ruben Amorim’s style, with the Everton man valued at over £50million.But United will not be alone. Tottenham have previously expressed an interest in the 22-year-old and could return should Cristian Romero depart this summer.Read More on Man UtdWith Branthwaite’s likely departure and a host of senior figures out of contract at the end of the season, David Moyes knows he faces a frantic summer.Everton are expected to be one of the busiest clubs in the window and could need up to eight new signings to bolster their squad for a first campaign at their new Bramley Moore Dock home.Moyes recently offered a defiant response to suggestions Branthwaite needed to leave in order to make Thomas Tuchel’s England squad.The Scot said: “I would say to him – Phil Jagielka, Leighton Baines and Joleon Lescott.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old Trafford”That’s three who we brought in who went on to become internationals for England, which was a great achievement.”Jarrad is in the position that he can easily go on and do that. I think it’s a challenge for Jarrad to pick it up and say, ‘Come on, let me show what I can do’.Jarrad Branthwaite talks about his history of playing for Everton “This club has developed a number of internationals over the years and we’ve got a very good goalkeeper [Jordan Pickford] playing for England as well.”Despite Moyes’ hope that Branthwaite will remain in the blue half of Merseyside, those above the ex-West Ham boss have accepted that his fate lies elsewhere. More

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      Man City target Morgan Gibbs-White and Florian Wirtz as shock transfer replacement for Kevin De Bruyne

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      MORGAN GIBBS-WHITE is a transfer target for Manchester City.And City want to complete a double swoop by also landing Florian Wirtz. Morgan Gibbs-White has been identified as a transfer target for Manchester CityCredit: PAFlorian Wirtz could also be on his way to the EtihadCredit: AFPKevin De Bruyne will leave the Etihad at the end of the season after ten years with the club.And the hunt to replace his crucial goals and assists is already underway.It is still to be decided whether City will target a like-for-like player or look to strengthen elsewhere and mould another player into the De Bruyne role.No deals will be finalised until incoming director of football Hugo Viana is fully underway after starting work this week. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBut as first reported by The Athletic, City identified Gibbs-White as one of their key priorities when the transfer window reopens in the summer.The midfielder, 25, has enjoyed a superb season for Forest.The £42million 2022 signing from Wolves boasts an impressive five goals and nine assists for Nuno Espirito Santo’s Champions League chasers.Those strong performances earned Gibbs-White his senior England debut in September. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSPlaymaker Wirtz, 21, has also been in red-hot form for Bayer Leverkusen with 15 goals and 12 assists across the Bundesliga and Champions League. The German was crowned player of the year as he spearheaded Leverkusen to their maiden league title – plus the DFB-Pokal cup success. Pep Guardiola talks about Kevin De Bruyne’s decision to leave Man City after 10 years Arsenal and Real Madrid are among the big European clubs already linked with Wirtz.But City may test Leverkusen’s resolve with a summer approach. Pep Guardiola could, however, opt to move Phil Foden from his current wide role into more of a central position when De Bruyne leaves.The academy graduate – a six-time Premier League winner – has 97 goals and 60 assists for City.Of those, ten goals and just six assists come this term in what has been a difficult campaign for the player and the team. Manchester City spent huge money in January to sign Omar Marmoush (£64m), Abdukodir Khusanov (£34m), Vitor Reis (£29m) and Nico Gonzalez (£50m) to try and rescue their season. And now they are already being linked with plenty of new signings to bolster their fortunes next term.Kevin De Bruyne will leave City at the end of the seasonCredit: APPhil Foden could move into a more central roleCredit: Alamy More

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      Marcus Rashford’s camp ‘in talks with PSG’ as it’s revealed how close on-loan Man Utd star came to Paris transfer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED loanee Marcus Rashford almost joined Paris Saint-Germain before his loan move to Aston Villa… and is still in talks with Wednesday’s Champions League opponents.Rashford was loaned out to Villa during the January transfer window after falling out of favour at Old Trafford under new United manager Ruben Amorim.Aston Villa ace Marcus Rashford could have been playing for Paris Saint-GermainCredit: RexMan Utd star Rashford came close to joining PSG, with whom he still talksCredit: GettyAnd now the star forward is set to lock horns with PSG in the Champions League quarter-finals at Parc des Princes in a match that could have easily seen him wearing a different jersey.According to L’Equipe, the England international came extremely close to a move to Paris in the summer of 2022.In fact, the Parisians wanted Rashford to come in and replace Neymar in the starting line-up.At least three meetings took place between the club and the player’s entourage.Read More on Man UtdTalks went so well with then sporting director Leonardo that the versatile winger gave the “green light” for a move to Ligue 1.However, a deal fell apart in May of that year after PSG axed Leonardo.There is a strong feeling that if the Brazilian chief had stayed then Rashford would be playing for Paris tonight.Nevertheless, the same source reports talks have been revived between the Man Utd ace and Leonardo’s replacement Luis Campos.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordThis comes as no surprise as the French outfit’s president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has previously gone public about his admiration for the star.However, PSG could face competition from Villa, whose loan deal with the Red Devils includes a £40million release clause.Roy Keane breaks silence on Marcus Rashford’s shock transfer to Aston Villa and has MAJOR concernRashford seems happy at Villa Park for the time being where he is eyeing Champions League glory.The forward has already amassed a total of three goals and four assists in 12 appearances with the Villans. More

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      Frank Lampard tipped for job with Premier League club as Chelsea legend’s work at Coventry earns new plaudits

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      CHELSEA legend Frank Lampard is being targeted by a Premier League club amid his stunning work at Coventry.Lampard, 46, returned to management in November to take over the Sky Blues, almost a year and a half after a hapless second spell as the Blues’ caretaker boss which succeeded a failed spell at Everton.Chelsea legend Frank Lampard is being targeted by Southampton amid his stunning work at CoventryCredit: RexLampard transformed Coventry from relegation strugglers to promotion contendersCredit: PAHowever, the legendary midfielder turned the tide on his coaching career as he quickly transformed the Championship outfit from relegation strugglers to promotion contenders.The Chelsea great’s team has rocketed up the table from 17th and currently sit in the playoff places.And according to talkSPORT, Southampton are keeping tabs on Lampard after sacking manager Ivan Juric.Juric was axed less than 24 hours after Sunday’s 3-1 loss at Tottenham confirmed Saints’ relegation to the Championship.Read More on ChelseaHowever, Lampard is now focused on the ongoing Premier League push with Coventry.Southampton have drawn up a list with other targets for next season in the second division.That includes Sheffield Wednesday’s Danny Rohl, Strasbourg’s Liam Rosenior and ex-Premier League boss David Wagner.And it’s Rohl as well as Rosenior who appear to be at the top of Saints’ list.Most read in FootballThe Sheffield Wednesday boss saved his team from relegation to League One last season before leading them to play-off contention this term.Rosenior, on the other hand, has done a fantastic job at Strasbourg, who finished 13th in Ligue 1 last season, as he has led them to fourth place which leads to Champions League qualification.Ivan Juric leaves Southampton after woeful relegation from Premier League with club on track to make unwanted history First team coach Simon Rusk will be in charge of Southampton until the end of the season with Adam Lallana as his assistant. More