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      Man Utd ‘failed in £100m Declan Rice transfer bid last summer’ as price for Arsenal and Chelsea target is revealed

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      MAN UTD reportedly saw a £100MILLION bid for West Ham captain Declan Rice rejected last summer.The Hammers skipper, 24, has been heavily linked with a host of top six clubs including Chelsea and Arsenal.
      Declan Rice has been heavily linked with a move in the summer windowCredit: Getty
      But it was Man Utd who were leading the race to sign him ahead of the 2022/23 season as they looked to bolster the centre of their midfield.
      They eventually landed on Brazilian Casemiro, 30, as he arrived at Old Trafford from Real Madrid for £70m.
      But according to talkSPORT, United were not so lucky when it came to their mammoth offer for Rice as West Ham turned down £100m.
      And the reports are that it will take £120m plus add-ons to secure the England international this summer.
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      That is despite his contract expiring in 2024.
      Rice is being closely monitored by both Arsenal and Chelsea as they prepare to do battle for the Kingston-born midfielder at the end of the season.
      Mikel Arteta’s men see him as a long-term replacement for Thomas Partey or Granit Xhaka – despite the arrival of Jorginho in the January window.
      And Chelsea are keen to strengthen in the middle of the park following the departure of Jorginho.
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      N’Golo Kante is also set to become a free agent in the summer if he does not pen a new deal.
      Rice has made 222 appearances for West Ham since breaking through in 2017, contributing 11 goals and 12 assists.
      He has also received 39 England caps and become one of Gareth Southgate’s most trusted lieutenants in recent years.
      And during the Qatar World Cup, Rice dropped a big hint he was open to leaving West Ham.
      Speaking in an England press conference, he was asked if he is hungry to win titles at club level, to which he replied: “Yeah, 100 per cent. For the last two or three years I’ve been saying that.
      “I’ve been consistently playing well for my club. I want to win trophies for my club.
      “You only get one career and you want to look back at what you’ve won and play in the biggest games. I am really ambitious and I want that.”
      West Ham currently sit 16th in the Premier League table, just one point above the relegation zone.
      They are still in both the FA Cup and Europa Conference League. More

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      Harry Kane refuses to commit future to Tottenham after scoring record goal amid Man Utd transfer interest

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      HARRY KANE failed to pledge his future to Tottenham after becoming the club’s all-time record goalscorer.The England captain, 29, netted a 267th goal for Spurs on Sunday in a 1-0 win over Man City.
      Harry Kane is now Spurs’ all-time record goalscorerCredit: Alamy
      Spurs’ talisman was quizzed about his future after the matchCredit: Twitter / RealKevinPalmer
      But he refused to give a straight answer, insisting he is focused on this seasonCredit: Twitter / RealKevinPalmer
      The strike moves him beyond the legendary Jimmy Greaves as the Lilywhites’ most prolific marksman outright.
      Kane was given a special presentation after the match following his record-breaking afternoon.
      And he was then asked in a post-match interview whether the moment told Tottenham fans he is “here to stay”.
      However, the Spurs man refused to confirm he will remain in North London as Man Utd continue to be linked with the striker.
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      Speaking to Viaplay Fotball, he said: “I’m just here to perform every game and give my all for the badge.
      “We’ll see what happens but I’m concentrated on this season.
      “We’ve got the FA Cup, we’ve got the Champions League coming up, and we’re in a good position in the league to really try and push forward.
      “So that’s what I’m concentrated on.”
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      Kane already has 19 goals in 30 appearances for Tottenham so far this season.
      And his winner against Man City was the Three Lions skipper’s 200th in the Premier League.
      He is now just eight behind Wayne Rooney and 60 shy of record-holder Alan Shearer.
      But it remains to be seen whether he will break the record in a Tottenham shirt.
      Man Utd have been heavily linked with a summer move for the forward.
      And he is also thought to be on the radar of German champions Bayern Munich.
      Kane tried to force through a move to Man City in the summer of 2021, but Spurs managed to keep hold of their man.
      Antonio Conte’s men sit fifth in the Premier League table, one point adrift of the top four.
      They are also into the fifth round of the FA Cup and last-16 of the Champions League. More

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      Erik ten Hag draws up three-man transfer wishlist for summer as he plans huge squad overhaul with stars axed

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      ERIK TEN HAG is targeting a summer overhaul at Manchester United, reports claim.After signing just three players on loan in January, permanent signings are expected at the end of the season.
      Erik ten Hag has reportedly identified where he wants to strengthen in the summerCredit: Reuters
      And United boss Erik ten Hag has identified where wants to strengthen his side, according to the Mirror.
      A striker, centre-back and “dynamic” midfielder are all said to be on his wishlist.
      The front man seems likely to be Napoli goal machine Victor Osimhen, who has scored 16 goals in 17 Serie A games.
      But Ten Hag wants quality reinforcements in all areas of the pitch.
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      After shelling out over £200million in the summer on Antony, Casemiro, Lisandro Martinez and Tyrell Malacia, money was tight in the January window.
      Ten Hag added to his squad by bringing in Marcel Sabitzer, Wout Weghorst and Jack Butland on temporary deals.
      But permanent transfers are expected as Ten Hag looks to refresh in the summer.
      Part of the overhaul also includes waving goodbye to a number of players.
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      The Mirror go on to say as many as six first-team players could be sold.
      That would free up the funds to pursue big money moves for Ten Hag’s targets.
      It’s thought United are willing to listen to offers for Anthony Martial, Donny van de Beek and Scott McTominay.
      Eric Bailly and Alex Telles, who are both out on loan this season, are also set to be moved on.
      Club captain Harry Maguire is another who has been linked with a move away. More

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      Chelsea ‘in talks with LAFC over Aubameyang transfer’ after striker is axed from Champions League squad

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      PIERRE-EMERICK AUBAMEYANG may be set to leave Chelsea for Los Angeles FC, reports suggest.Aubameyang has fallen out of favour at Stamford Bridge and was even axed from the Blues’ Champions League squad.
      Chelsea ace Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang could be on his way to Los Angeles FCCredit: Getty
      According to Relevo, the West Londoners have entered talks with LAFC regarding a potential deal for the striker.
      The transfer window has just opened in the MLS as it runs from January 31 until April 24.
      The Gabon international returned to the Premier League only last summer and reunited with former Borussia Dortmund manager Thomas Tuchel at Chelsea.
      However, new owner Todd Boehly axed Tuchel soon after and the 33-year-old soon fell out of favour under his successor Graham Potter.
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      Aubameyang fell even further down the pecking order during Chelsea’s January transfer spree and has since been linked with a move away.
      According to Gazzetta dello Sport, AC Milan are looking to re-sign the Gabonese star in the summer.

      The same report suggested that Milan are the “best positioned club” for his signature.
      Aubameyang fuelled rumours of a move to San Siro by jetting off to Milan with his family soon after he was cut from the Champions League squad.
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      Aubameyang has only managed a mere three goals and one assist in 18 matches across all competitions this season.
      Potter has shaken things up after a busy transfer window, which saw a whopping eight new players coming in.
      The arrivals of Mykhailo Mudryk and Joao Felix has created even more competition for a place in Chelsea’s attack. More

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      Real Madrid ‘accept Jude Bellingham will join Premier League with Man City and Liverpool battling over transfer’

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      REAL MADRID have reportedly accepted that transfer target Jude Bellingham’s next move will be to the Premier League.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 has a host of clubs chasing his signatureCredit: Getty
      Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester United and Manchester City have all been linked with the ex-Birmingham City midfield ace.
      We reported last week how Newcastle had now joined the transfer chase, while Real Madrid also hold 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.
      However, The Athletic have stated that with Liverpool and City both “pushing hard”, Real Madrid “are becoming resigned to the fact that the financial muscle of the Premier League is almost unbeatable”.
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      The LaLiga giants and Champions League holders will still put up a big fight to secure Bellingham.
      However, they accept that any financial package they offer will be below those available from England.

      Dortmund are also desperate to try and keep hold of the youngster.
      The know Premier league clubs are “in pole position” to snap-up their talisman but they still hope to convince him to sign an extension to his current deal which ends in 2025.
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      Bellingham is continuing his World Cup form back at club Dortmund following the winter break.
      He has scored ten goals across all competitions this season.
      And he has also captained the side on numerous occasions throughout the campaign. More

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      Leeds ‘eye West Brom boss Carlos Corberan’ if they decide to sack under-fire Jesse Marsch as relegation fears increase

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      WEST BROM manager Carlos Corberan is reportedly “emerging as a potential candidate” for Leeds United should they sack Jesse Marsch.The Elland Road side’s miserable run of form continued with a 1-0 defeat at Nottingham Forest today.
      Pressure is mounting on Jesse Marsch at Leeds UnitedCredit: Reuters
      A report states the Elland Road club could swoop for Carlos CorberanCredit: Rex
      That left them without a win in the Premier League since November 5 and only out of the bottom three via goal difference.
      Marsch has admitted that he understands the frustrations of supporters as the pressure mounts ahead of a double header with in-form Manchester United this week.
      Now the Daily Mail are claiming Leeds “owner Andrea Radrizzani and Paraag Marathe will be the men that have the key say on Marsch’s future” over the coming days.
      They state that Corberan, who previously worked for the club as coach under Marcelo Bielsa, “was admired” already.

      The Spaniard, 39, then led Huddersfield to the Championship play-offs last term before a brief unsuccessful stint at Olympiacos.
      However, his reputation has strengthened even further since returning to England to take charge of West Brom.
      He has led the Baggies from the relegation zone to the play-offs and even had Everton interested last week before they opted for Sean Dyche.
      West Brom want to tie him down to a new contract but a return to Leeds could prove too tempting to resist for Corberan.
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      Marsch replaced Bielsa at Leeds a year ago and helped them to secure Premier League survival.
      But despite being backed in the transfer market, this season has proven to be another struggle.
      Leeds have won just four games out of their 20 in the top-flight so far this term. More

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      Arsenal favourites to sign Youri Tielemans in the summer with Leicester ace available on free transfer

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      ARSENAL are “favourites” to sign Youri Tielemans on a free transfer this summer when his Leicester City contract expires.The Belgian, 25, was heavily linked with the Gunners last year as he entered the final year of his deal.
      Arsenal are ‘overwhelming favourites’ to sign Youri TielemansCredit: Rex
      But a transfer failed to materialise as the Foxes clung on to their playmaker.
      Manchester United are keen on Tielemans as the ex-Monaco ace prepares to decide on his future.
      However, Team Talk claims that it is Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal that are “overwhelming favourites” to get him.
      That is despite the fact that the Premier League leaders snapped up midfielder Jorginho from Chelsea after failing to land Moises Caicedo from Brighton.
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      CBS journalist Ben Jacobs has also reported that Tielemans will still be on Arteta’s shortlist once the window re-opens.
      He said: “Come the summer, if Tielemans is available on a free transfer, there’ll be a variety of clubs looking at him.
      “Arsenal will still be there for sure and we know that Tielemans very much wanted that move a year ago and was hopeful that something might come off throughout the summer, but Arsenal moved in a different direction.”
      Tielemans arrived at Leicester on loan from Monaco in January 2019 and signed permanently six months later in a £32m move.
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      He has made over 200 appearances for the club with his crowning moment coming in 2021 when he scored the winning goal in the FA Cup final.
      Tielemans helped Leicester ease their relegation fears yesterday as he played a key role in their 4-2 win at Aston Villa. More

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      Erik ten Hag urged to sign former Man Utd star to pair with Rashford on a FREE transfer this summer

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      FORMER Manchester United defender Danny Simpson has urged the club to re-sign one of their former players. The right-back, who played eight times for the Red Devils, believes their is a player with just six months left on his current deal that would be a perfect addition to the squad.
      Marcus Rashford could link-up with a former Red Devil next seasonCredit: AP
      Danny Simpson has suggested a signing Man Utd should makeCredit: PA:Empics Sport
      Simpson thinks Erik ten Hag should look at bringing in Crystal Palace star Wilfried Zaha.
      The 30-year-old played just four times for Man Utd during a two season spell at the club, one of which was spent on loan at Cardiff.
      Zaha was signed for a reported £10million but fell out of favour under then manager David Moyes.
      He was then sold back to Crystal Palace where he has since impressed over a number of seasons for the Eagles.
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      Simpson is confident he would link up well with Marcus Rashford at Old Trafford.
      The Premier League winner with Leicester told Stadium Astro: “He [Zaha] can go wherever he likes especially on a free transfer in the summer.
      “I feel like Wilf plays better when he is the main man.
      “I would bring him back here [Man Utd].
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      “If you’re looking at Marcus Rashford as the No.9 and Wilfried on the left, that is some firepower.
      “It was Sir Alex Ferguson who signed him then he left. Moyes obviously came in and it didn’t work out.
      “I do genuinely believe if Sir Alex was the manager when he played we would have seen a different Wilfried Zaha at Manchester United.”
      Simpson also suggests that Liverpool should go in for him due to their struggles this season.
      Zaha has played 20 times this season, finding the back of the net on six occasions.
      Last term, he was more prolific, scoring 15 goals in 37 games.
      Zaha has been linked with transfers to Arsenal, Chelsea, Roma and Barcelona.
      Wilfried Zaha looks set to leave Crystal Palace on a free in the summerCredit: Alamy More