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      Sean Dyche demands new Jordan Pickford deal as top priority as Everton look to stave off Man Utd transfer interest

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      EVERTON boss Sean Dyche wants England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford to be put on a new deal as a priority.Dyche believes Pickford, 28, must stay as No 1 at Goodison — despite interest in him and his current contract ending in 2024.
      Keeping Jordan Pickford has been deemed as a top priority by Sean DycheCredit: Getty
      The England No1 is wanted by Tottenham and Manchester UnitedCredit: Alamy
      Pickford has not been offered a rise from his £5million-a-year terms — but Dyche is keen for his money men to deliver the deal he wants.
      The Toffees will have to stay up before anything can be formalised.
      Everton boosted those hopes with a 1-0 win against Premier League leaders Arsenal last week.
      However, their next test against rivals Liverpool may prove to be too hot to handle in just Dyche’s second game in charge.
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      Positive results for Wolves and West Ham this weekend have not helped the situation either.
      Top four chasers Tottenham and Manchester United are the sides said to be interested in striking a deal for Pickford.
      Last month SunSport revealed Pickford was in a deadlock with the club in contract negotiations.
      Pickford wants a pay rise to double his £100,000-a-week wages.
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      A source told SunSport: “Jordan wants to stay at Everton.
      “He loves the place, and is settled in the area he lives. But the club is not willing to meet the wage increase he is asking for.
      “The player and his agent have asked Bill Kenwright and the board to at least meet them halfway.
      “But the club is only willing to offer him a few thousand a week more than he’s currently earning.
      “The big problem they have is, of course, the fact that relegation is looming over their heads.
      “It means they can’t be budgeting for big wage increases when they might be in the Championship in 12 months time.
      “Despite the risk of going down, Jordan is still willing to commit his future to the club now.” More

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      Rangers eye Angus Gunn as new No1 after axing by Norwich boss David Wagner… and he could even play for Scotland

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      RANGERS are watching keeper Angus Gunn’s problems at Norwich as they look for a new long-term No 1.The Glasgow club’s transfer supremo Ross Wilson knows Gunn from his time at Southampton.
      Angus Gunn could be on his way to RangersCredit: Getty
      Gunn, 27, was axed by boss David Wagner when he took charge last month.
      He could even be in the frame to play for Scotland, following his father Bryan.
      Gunn, who has a market value of £3million, has represented England at all youth levels, including 12 appearances for the Under 21s.
      However, despite being called up to the Three Lions senior team in 2017, Gunn remains eligible to play for Scotland due to not appearing for England.
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      Prior to his axing by former Huddersfield and Schalke boss Wagner, Gunn had made 14 appearances for the Canaries in the Championship.
      But after conceding five goals in two games, Gunn was once again handed the gloves over Tim Krul, though was unable to swing fate as Norwich fell to a 1-0 defeat against Bristol City.
      Indeed, the promotion specialists have massively struggled this season, with just two wins – both under Wagner – to their name in their last eight league fixtures.
      Rangers own goalkeeper options this season have consisted mostly of 41-year-old Allan McGregor and deputy Jon McLaughlin.
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      The Gers are similarly off the pace this season.
      The champions of two years ago currently sit nine points behind Celtic in the Scottish Premiership. More

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      Arsenal join Marcus Thuram transfer hunt as Newcastle circle for Borussia Monchengladbach winger who is free this summer

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      ARSENAL have joined Newcastle in the race to sign Marcus Thuram, according to reports.The Toon’s interest in the Frenchman dates back to last year, with Eddie Howe and Co having considered a January swoop.
      Marcus Thuram has scored ten goals in the Bundesliga this seasonCredit: Getty
      Borussia Monchengladbach managed to retain their star man until at least the end of the season.
      But with his contract set to expire, plenty of would-be suitors are circling around the highly-rated attacker.
      According to Spanish paper Sport, Arsenal are “on alert” due to Thuram’s situation.
      In addition to Newcastle, the Gunners will also face Premier League competition from Aston Villa, managed by former boss Unai Emery.
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      Bringing him to England will be a challenge, however, with Barcelona also in the mix.
      Thuram’s legendary father Lilian played for the Catalan side alongside their current boss Xavi between 2006 and 2008.
      Quizzed about the possibility of his son following in his footsteps, Lilian told RAC1 last month: “Any player dreams of playing for Barca.”
      The LaLiga leaders have repeatedly targeted the free agent market in recent seasons – signing Franck Kessie, Andreas Christensen, Sergio Aguero and Memphis Depay upon the expiry of their previous contracts.
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      Also reportedly tracking Thuram are Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid, Borussia Dortmund, Sevilla and Inter Milan.
      He has scored 10 goals in 18 Bundesliga appearances this term.
      His form earned him a place in France’s 26-man World Cup squad, and he even assisted a goal for Kylian Mbappe in the final against Argentina.
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      Chelsea bosses ‘are resigned to Mason Mount refusing to sign new contract’ in Liverpool transfer boost

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      CHELSEA chiefs are “resigned” to Mason Mount refusing a new contract at Stamford Bridge, according to reports.The England international, 24, is set to enter the final 12 months of his Blues deal this summer.
      Mason Mount is continuing to delay signing a new deal with ChelseaCredit: Rex
      He has been linked with a move to Liverpool at the end of the season if Chelsea are unable to tie him down to a long-term agreement.
      And according to The Telegraph, there has been no breakthrough with regards to contract negotiations.
      It is understood the London club will be forced to “make a decision” in the summer if they cannot pen new terms.
      Some bosses at Stamford Bridge are said to be “resigned” to him not committing to the Chelsea project moving forward.
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      Mount has made 189 appearances for the Blues since breaking through into the first team in 2017.
      He has contributed 33 goals and 37 assists, winning the Champions League in 2021 under Thomas Tuchel.
      The versatile attacker has also racked up 36 caps for England, scoring five goals.
      Earlier this month, it was reported he is looking to treble his current wages of £80,000-a-week.
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      It comes amid a period of much change at the Bridge following Todd Boehly’s takeover.
      Mount has watched 17 new signings arrive since the summer with more than £600MILLION spent.
      Yet despite the huge amount of investment, Chelsea are languishing down in ninth place in the Premier League table.
      They have also been eliminated from the FA Cup, but still have Champions League ambitions as they prepare to face Borussia Dortmund in the last 16. More

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      Arsenal and Newcastle considering ’emergency transfer’ for long-term Man Utd target after making contact

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      ARSENAL and Newcastle have emerged as frontrunners to complete a transfer for a long-term Manchester United target, according to reports.The midfielder, 27, has long been linked with a move to the Premier League, but fresh reports suggest a move could be to the Gunners or Magpies instead of the Red Devils.
      Both Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal and Eddie Howe’s Newcastle have reportedly contacted a Lazio midfielderCredit: Getty
      Sergej Milinkovic-Savic could leave this summer for up to £53millionCredit: Getty
      The star in question, Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, faces an uncertain future at current club Lazio due to his contract now having less than 18 months to run.
      According to Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera via Sport Witness, Lazio are growing increasingly concerned about the possibility of losing the player for free.
      They are said to remain “confident” they can strike a deal on new terms, but there remain issues to be ironed out such as a release clause.
      This is where Arsenal and Newcastle step in.
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      Both are reportedly prepared to offer the Serbian an “emergency transfer” in the summer.

      The outlet claims both sides have been “on” Milinkovic-Savic, which would ultimately give them an advantage over long-term admirers Man Utd.
      And with an estimated asking price of £45-£53million, he is well within the price range of both.
      Mikel Arteta’s side have been searching for a new midfielder to bolster their ranks, with Declan Rice and Moises Caicedo heavily linked.
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      However, the Lazio star represents a cheaper option, while Eddie Howe has been searching for upgrades to his team as they prepare for a European campaign next season.
      Milinkovic-Savic has a wealth of experience in Europe, having played 46 times in the Europa League and Champions League. More

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      Man Utd prepare to make Marcel Sabitzer loan transfer permanent but Wout Weghorst’s move in doubt

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are set to make Marcel Sabitzer’s loan deal a permanent transfer this summer, according to reports.Midfielder Sabitzer, 28, joined United on loan from Bayern Munich until the end of the season on deadline day.
      Wout Weghorst has scored once in seven games for Man UtdCredit: Getty
      Marcel Sabitzer has the incentive to make his loan switch permanentCredit: Rex
      He joined fellow loanee Wout Weghorst, who arrived from Burnley, and goalkeeper Jack Butland, who is on loan from Crystal Palace.
      Sabizter’s deal did not include an obligation to buy.
      However, the Austrian has allegedly been told by ESPN “there is still a chance he could earn a long-term contract” at Old Trafford.
      They state that boss Erik ten Hag “is hopeful the possibility of securing permanent moves” for both Sabitzer and Weghorst “will act as incentives” for the pair.
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      Sabitzer joined Bayern in the summer of 2021 from RB Leipzig, but has struggled to nail down a regular starting spot.
      He has made just seven league starts this season, the last of which came against Borussia Dortmund in October, before his switch to United.
      The ace is under contract at Bayern until 2025.
      Sabizter impressed on his first start for his new club in the 2-2 draw with Leeds on Wednesday.
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      And he looks set to keep his place for the Red Devils when they travel to Elland Road to take on the same opposition on Sunday.
      Meanwhile, Weghorst, 30, has featured seven times already for United since his arrival from Burnley.
      But the Dutch international has found goals hard to come by, scoring just once so far for Ten Hag’s side.
      And he looks set to be left out of the Sunday’s clash after his latest underwhelming display – which could scupper his hopes of earning a permanent contract. More

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      Chelsea outcast scuppers their transfer plans by snubbing exit after ‘club agreed loan’ to stay and fight for place

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      PIERRE EMERICK-AUBAMEYANG has snubbed the chance to leave Chelsea for the MLS.Aubameyang, 33, was lured to Chelsea by Thomas Tuchel last summer despite enjoying a fine spell at Barcelona.
      Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has snubbed a move to the MLSCredit: Alamy
      Graham potter has left the striker out of his Champions League squadCredit: Getty
      The pair knew each other well from their time together at Borussia Dortmund.
      And it was hoped that ex-Arsenal captain Aubameyang could be the man to fire Tuchel’s side to silverware.
      But the veteran managed just one game before his pal was axed by Todd Boehly and he has suffered since after netting just three times in 17 games since Graham Potter replaced the German..
      After falling down the Stamford Bridge pecking order, the striker’s latest blow came when he was axed from Chelsea’s 25-man Champions League squad.
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      However, there was hope that Aubameyang’s career could be reignited after American outfit LAFC made an approach and Chelsea agreed to let him go there on loan.
      But now The Telegraph have claimed that the ex Barcelona star has rejected the opportunity to go to America.
      And instead he would rather stay and try and fight for his place at Stamford Bridge.
      The Gabon star had been hoping to rejoin Barcelona in January.
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      There were no other options at the time as Aubameyang was not able to pay for a third club in the same season.
      And that appears to have left him in limbo with Potter hardly giving him a sniff in the starting XI. More

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      Juventus star Manuel Locatelli’s brother reveals real REAL reason why midfielder rejected Arsenal transfer

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      THE brother of Juventus star Manuel Locatelli has revealed why he turned down a move to Arsenal.The Italian midfielder, 25, joined the Serie A giants on a two-year loan deal from Sassuolo in 2021.
      Manuel Locatelli has impressed since joining Juventus on loan in 2021Credit: Getty
      And Juventus have a clause in the transfer which means they are obligated to buy him permanently for £30million this summer.
      However, before joining the Turin-based outfit, he was heavily linked with a move to Arsenal.
      But his brother Mattia has now explained that the love Locatelli has for Juventus made it an easy decision.
      Speaking to Calcio Mercato, he said: “I still remember the negotiation [with Juventus]. For him it was very long.
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      “There was also Arsenal, but he wanted Juventus. The clubs kept meeting, but without reaching an agreement.
      “Every day I looked at the Gazzetta to check. In Sassuolo he trained separately, in him the desire to change. A real emotion.
      “On the day of his debut, he sent us a photo with the shirt and the words ‘I made it’.”
      Continuing to describe Locatelli’s love for Juve, Mattia added: “He gives everything for Juve. He loves those colours.
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      “The first days? It didn’t seem real to him. And then I realised there was a reason he was there with them.
      “Manuel is very happy to be there. Many guys with whom he has bonded, from Chiellini and Bonucci to Morata and De Ligt.”
      Locatelli has made 68 appearances for Juventus, scoring three goals and assisting another five.
      He has become a regular in Max Allegri’s side, starting 17 of their 21 Serie A games so far this season.
      However, Juventus’ 15-point deduction for orchestrating a transfer scam has left them down in 10th place, 13 points adrift of the top four.
      They are also out of the Champions League after finishing below Benfica and Paris Saint-Germain in the group stage.
      Allegri’s side have dropped down into the Europa League where they will face Nantes in the play-off round. More