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      Tottenham fail in bid to get Ben Foster out of retirement as Prem refuse to give special permission after Lloris injury

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      TOTTENHAM’S plans to bring Ben Foster out of retirement and back to the Premier League have been scuppered.Spurs are on the lookout for a goalkeeper following Hugo Lloris’ injury.
      Tottenham’s hopes of signing Ben Foster have been scupperedCredit: Getty
      The Tottenham No1 is expected to be out for around two months after suffering knee ligament damage.
      Spurs can only sign free agents to replace the Frenchman after the transfer window closed last week.
      And one target they had in mind was former Manchester United keeper Foster.
      Foster, 39, retired and is a free agent after leaving Watford last summer.
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      However, Spurs would have needed special dispensation from the Premier League to sign him up.
      But the Daily Mail have claimed that will be denied by Prem chiefs under current rules.
      Former England international Foster turned his hand to Youtube in 2020 and regularly vlogged his experiences playing for Watford.
      He is known as the “cycling goalkeeper” on the platform and has 1.2million subscribers.
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      Foster has filmed behind-the-scenes footage on matchday and even filmed a charity match by attaching a camera to his gloves.
      Meanwhile, Spurs boss Antonio Conte has been left with just one senior goalie – Fraser Forster – to select in his captain’s absence.
      The 34-year-old former Southampton and Celtic ace made just his second top-flight start for the club since his arrival last summer at Leicester on Saturday but was unable to stop his side suffering a 4-1 thrashing.
      Rookie Brandon Austin, 24, was on the bench at the King Power Stadium but he is yet to make a senior appearance for the club. More

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      Man Utd, Liverpool & Newcastle ‘in straight fight for Ruben Neves transfer as Barcelona pull out of race for Wolves ace’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED, Liverpool and Newcastle are reportedly “in a straight fight” to sign Ruben Neves this summer.Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Portuguese midfielder, 25, has been heavily linked with a move to Barcelona over recent months.
      Barcelona have reportedly pulled out of the race to sign Ruben NevesCredit: Reuters
      However, a fresh report has now claimed that the LaLiga giants have pulled out of the transfer race.
      And now that has left the Premier League trio of United, Liverpool and Newcastle battling it out for his signature.
      Spanish publication Sport reports that Neves’ agent Jorge Mendes met with Barcelona officials last week.
      But he was allegedly informed during the talks that Xavi’s side are prioritising strengthening in other positions.
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      They want to secure the future of veteran Sergio Busquets, who is out of contract, also.
      And even if they fail to do that, the publication claims that Xavi “prefers the profile of another type of midfielder” rather than Neves.
      The ace arrived at Molineux from Porto back in 2017 and has helped the club to consolidate in the Premier League after winning the Championship in his first season there.
      He now has less than 18 months remaining on his contract, and rather than risk losing him for nothing in 2024, Wolves look set to sell this summer.
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      United boss Erik ten Hag has long-been rumoured to be an admirer of the player, as is Kop manager Jurgen Klopp.
      But high-flying Newcastle are the latest team to join the scramble to sign Neves. More

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      Chelsea transfer blow with ‘Real Madrid keeping tabs on Joao Felix in shock raid of rivals Atletico in summer’

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      CHELSEA face missing out on Joao Felix with Real Madrid keeping tabs on the forward, according to reports. After serving a three-game suspension, Felix was back on the pitch for the Blues and had an instant impact.
      Real Madrid are now watching Joao FelixCredit: Getty
      Felix put in a strong performance against West Ham
      The 23-year-old netted a cool opener against West Ham as he volleyed home Enzo Fernandez’s cross.
      Felix impressed throughout the game despite the team ultimately failing to come away with three points.
      And if his good performances are kept up for the rest of the season, Chelsea may pull the trigger to turn his loan move into a permanent one.
      However, the Londoners have now been joined in the race to sign the £124million-rated forward by Real Madrid, according to Fichajes.
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      Los Blancos are fresh off the back of victory at the Club World Cup, beating Al-Hilal 5-3 in a thrilling final.
      But now they are lining up a long-term replacement for Karim Benzema, and have earmarked Felix as one such star.
      Indeed, club president Florentino Perez is said to hold Felix in high esteem and is one of his favoured choices.
      Felix’s future at parent club Atletico Madrid hinges on the fate of Diego Simeone.
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      The under-fire Argentine had a strained relationship with Felix ahead of his loan transfer.
      Following the 1-1 draw at West Ham, Felix issued a rallying cry for his team-mates, saying the club MUST win the Champions League.
      Ahead of the midweek clash against Borussia Dortmund, Felix told Chelsea club media: “We have to focus on the next game. The most important game is next, always.
      “It’s the Champions League, that’s the competition we want to win so it starts on Wednesday and it needs to be ours.” More

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      Rio Ferdinand was forced to close bar on police advice after making controversial Man Utd transfer from Leeds

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      RIO FERDINAND has revealed he was forced to close a bar he owned after leaving Leeds for Manchester United.The former England international, 44, joined the Red Devils from rivals Leeds for £30million in 2002.
      Rio Ferdinand moved from Leeds to Man Utd for a British record fee in 2002Credit: Getty
      Ferdinand went on to win five Premier League titles with Man UtdCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      The transfer led to Ferdinand receiving a great deal of abuse from fans of the Yorkshire outfit.
      And one night he was forced to shut down his establishment after the police contacted him about Leeds supporters heading to his bar to cause trouble.
      Speaking to William Hill, he said: “I had a bar that was only just opened in Leeds and when I signed for Man Utd, the head of the police rang me.
      “I don’t know how he got my number, but he rang me and said ‘just to let you know, I’d advise you don’t open your bar. If you open your bar there will be people coming down to mash it up, we’ve got intel that they’re looking to destroy your place.’
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      “So that place got put to sleep straight away, never opened again, dormant, gone. And then I started understanding the rivalry. 
      “When we went back to Leeds with Man Utd for the first time, we actually got beat 1-0, I think.
      “I had to have a police escort to get into the ground because where the bus used to park to get into the ground you have to walk a little bit and, yeah it was madness, crazy.”
      Ferdinand went on to win six Premier League titles with Man Utd, as well as the Champions League in 2008.
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      Meanwhile, Man Utd drew 2-2 with Leeds on Sunday as Erik ten Hag’s men fought back from two goals down to claim a point at Old Trafford.
      Now, just four days later, the two sides are set to meet again – this time at Elland Road.
      Managerless Leeds are seeking a first Premier League win since November following the sacking of Jesse Marsch.
      But a victory for Man Utd would see them leapfrog rivals Manchester City ahead of the champions’ home game against Aston Villa on Sunday evening. More

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      Arsenal ‘open transfer talks’ with teenage Brazil striker Vitor Roque in bid to beat Chelsea, Barcelona and PSG

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      ARSENAL have reportedly “opened talks” with Athletico Paranaense over a deal for Brazilian teenager Vitor Roque.The young striker, 17, is currently representing his country at U20 level at the South American age group championships.
      Vitor Roque has scored six goals at the South American U20 ChampionshipsCredit: AFP
      And he has been one of the star players to come out of the tournament, scoring six goals on the road to the final – which takes place between Brazil and Uruguay on Sunday night.
      Roque turns 18 later this month, meaning he will be eligible to move to Europe in the summer transfer window.
      And he has been linked with a host of huge clubs including Barcelona, Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain and Newcastle.
      According to Goal, Barcelona are leading the way in the race to secure his signature.
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      They believe he is a suitable replacement for Memphis Depay.
      But the same report states that Arsenal’s sporting director Edu has approached the player’s agent about a potential deal.
      However, the Gunners will be forced to pay a substantial fee if they are to bring the talented forward to the Emirates.
      Athletico Paranaense are said to be holding out for his release clause of £53million.
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      Known as “Tigrinho” in Brazil, Roque has already been likened to legendary striker Ronaldo and Uruguayan forward Luis Suarez.
      He has made 36 appearances for Paranaense, contributing seven goals and three assists.
      On top of his club form, he has bagged six goals in nine appearances for Brazil’s U20s. More

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      Real Madrid ‘want Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp to replace Carlo Ancelotti’ and hope Bellingham transfer will convince him

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      REAL MADRID are reportedly keen to make Jurgen Klopp their next manager.And the Spanish giants hope signing Jude Bellingham will convince the German to swap Anfield for the Bernabeu.
      Jurgen Klopp is struggling at Liverpool after a stellar seven-year stintCredit: Alamy
      Carlo Ancelotti’s Real Madrid sit eight points adrift of Barcelona in LaLigaCredit: Getty
      Klopp, 55, extended his deal with the Merseyside outfit in April last year as he agreed to remain in charge until 2026.
      But Liverpool have dropped off significantly this season following a dreadful run of form.
      The Reds sit 10th in the Premier League table as the pressure continues to ramp up on Klopp.
      And while his seven-year stint at the club leaves him with a huge amount of credit in the bank, he could still be approaching the end of his Anfield reign.
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      According to El Nacional, Klopp leaving Liverpool would see Real Madrid swoop in for the former Borussia Dortmund coach.
      Los Blancos boss Carlo Ancelotti has a contract to keep him in the Spanish capital until the end of the 2023/24 season.
      But with Real trailing Barcelona by eight points in LaLiga, a campaign without major silverware – excluding the Club World Cup – would likely see Ancelotti depart.
      And president Florentino Perez has always been an admirer of Klopp – who has worked wonders at Mainz, Dortmund and Liverpool.
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      It is being reported they would attempt to sign both Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe in a bid to drag Klopp to the Bernabeu.
      Bellingham, 19, valued at more than £100million, has been heavily linked with a move to one of Europe’s giants.
      Real Madrid, Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City and Chelsea are all thought to be interested in the England international.
      He is expected to leave Dortmund this summer after three years at the club – where he has contributed 20 goals and 24 assists in 117 games.
      And Klopp is a big fan of the teenage midfielder – who increased his price tag after a sensational World Cup.
      Mbappe, 24, is another player Klopp is reportedly interested in.
      The French superstar’s PSG future has been called into question after the Ligue 1 champions reportedly agreed to let him go in October.
      He only signed a new deal last summer to keep him in Paris until 2025, but could still leave at the end of the season if Real stump up the cash. More

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      Man Utd in Denzel Dumfries transfer boost as Inter Milan line up replacement for wingback

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have received a boost in their pursuit of Inter Milan wingback Denzel Dumfries.The Red Devils are keen to add to the right side of their defence in the summer transfer window as Erik ten Hag switches between Diogo Dalot and Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
      Denzel Dumfries has been linked with a move to the Premier LeagueCredit: Getty
      Man Utd reportedly made contact with Inter over a possible deal for the Dutchman in January, but ultimately decided to invest funds into striker Wout Weghorst instead.
      Now Gazzetta dello Sport are reporting the Serie A giants have lined up a replacement as they prepare to sell Dumfries, 26, for around £44million.
      Inter are understood to be keen on Bayern Munich right-back Noussair Mazraoui, 25.
      Joao Cancelo’s arrival in Germany has pushed the Morroccan further down the pecking order as he struggles for game time.
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      And if Bayern make Cancelo’s loan move a permanent one then they could be open to allowing Mazraoui to leave.
      That would have a knock-on effect in opening the door to Dumfries as United eye him up.
      Chelsea are also monitoring the Netherlands international.
      However, they have been linked with a part-exchange deal involving Trevoh Chalobah.
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      That is something Inter are not believed to be interested in as they search for a cash offer.
      Dumfries, whose contract does not expire until 2025, has made 70 appearances for the Italian side since joining from PSV in 2021.
      He has contributed seven goals and 10 assists.
      And the wingback is also a regular for his country having already received 42 caps. More

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      Liverpool line up 6ft 4in Anderlecht goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen as Klopp eyes Alisson competition ahead of Kelleher exit

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      LIVERPOOL want Dutch keeper Bart Verbruggen with a view to him being a future No 1.Verbruggen, 20, has claimed a place in Anderlecht’s side in Belgium this season and Kop scouts have put him at the top of their shopping list.
      Young Dutch goalie Bart Verbruggen is a summer target for LiverpoolCredit: Getty
      The Anfield club know there is a strong chance that Republic of Ireland reserve Caoimhin Kelleher will move on in the summer.
      That possibly leaves them needing new competition for Alisson.
      Verbruggen is at the right age and stage in his career to take on that challenge and then possibly take over down the line.
      At 6ft 4in he is a big presence.
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      Liverpool could make their move soon once the Kelleher picture is clearer.
      If the Merseyside club dither then in-demand Verbruggen may be snapped up elsewhere.
      The Anderlecht starlet has been capped by Holland at youth level.
      He has been marked out as a major player for the future even after less than ten starts.
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      Verbruggen has played seven times this season in the Belgian first-tier for Anderlecht.
      Jurgen Klopp could land Verbruggen at a decent fee now.
      However, his value is likely to soar as he plays more – and that is also a consideration. More