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      Chelsea star Andrey Santos joins Vasco da Gama on loan transfer until end of season… but Blues must PAY thousands

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      CHELSEA star Andrey Santos has joined Vasco de Gama on loan until the end of the season.The 18-year-old joined the Blues for £18million in January.
      Andrey Santos has joined Vasco de Gama on loan until the end of the seasonCredit: AFP
      But he is yet to break into Graham Potter’s first-team plans and the club has confirmed his loan switch to Vasco de Gama.
      They are keen for the midfielder to continue his development at the club, who he helped to promotion to Brazil’s Serie A last year.
      He was spotted in the stands on Saturday watching Vasco de Gama in action ahead of the loan switch.
      According to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea will cover all of Santos’ wages for the duration of his spell in Brazil.
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      That means the Blues are set for an outlay worth thousands of pounds, without Santos even playing a minute for the club.
      However the youngster has shown promise since his move to Stamford Bridge.
      He has impressed on the international stage, captaining Brazil to glory at the Under-20s South American Championship.
      Santos scored the winner in the final against Uruguay and even finished the tournament as the joint-top scorer with six goals.
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      Potter recently revealed Santos is still awaiting a work permit to be allowed to play for Chelsea.
      The Blues reportedly applied for an exceptional talent visa to allow Santos to play but it has been turned down.
      Potter said ahead of the game against Southampton last month: “Andrey’s still in the same place. We’re looking at what the options are for him.” More

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      Barcelona slapped with summer transfer ban with LaLiga refusing to let them register players over FFP breaches

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      BARCELONA have been placed under a transfer ban this summer because of their inability to rein in costs.La Liga chief executive Javier Tebas revealed that Barca’s “questionable behaviour” had put the Catalan giants on Spanish football’s naughty step.
      Barcelona boss Xavi doesn’t look like he will be signing any players this summerCredit: AFP
      LaLiga president Javier Tebas claims Barcelona will not be able to sign players in the summerCredit: Getty
      Barca have spent wildly in recent years and tried to balance the book by effectively mortgaging future TV and other incomes by selling off a stake in the club.
      Now the Nou Camp side is embroiled in another row after it emerged they had allegedly been paying off a senior member of Spanish football’s refereeing hierarchy over multiple seasons.
      And speaking at the FT Business of Football summit in London, Tebas confirmed: “As of today, Barcelona doesn’t have any room in its budget to spend in the upcoming transfer window.
      “Barcelona has been involved in questionable behaviour which has had an impact on LaLiga – and we are acting accordingly.”
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      Tebas added: “We have ruled that they can no longer sign more players.
      “They sold off €700m in TV rights and tried to find different ways to solve the situation.

      “But they won’t be able to do that next season.
      “We have strict economic controls. At the end of each window, we tell all the clubs in La Liga what they can spend.
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      “In the case of Barcelona, they have to drop from spending on wages and transfers from €650m to €450m – so it’s a budget of minus €200m.
      “They have to reduce their investment in players and we have encouraged them to sell players because for every amount they raise in sales they can spend 40 per cent of that.”
      As for the refereeing corruption scandal, Tebas added: “It doesn’t matter that it’s Barcelona – it’s about the reputation of LaLiga as a competition.
      “This is a very serious issue. The statute of limitations has run out but we are acting on the criminality side of things.
      “Barcelona has a lot to explain about these payments.” More

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      Newcastle braced for bids for Bruno Guimaraes as Real Madrid put midfielder as one of their top transfer targets

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      NEWCASTLE are reportedly braced to receive bids for Bruno Guimaraes.That’s after Real Madrid made the midfielder one of their top targets this summer.
      Real Madrid could finally move for Bruno Guimaraes this summer, with other teams interestedCredit: Getty
      Mundo Deportivo claims a host of elite sides are chasing Guimaraes following his stunning 12 months at St James’ Park.
      The Brazil star signed in a £40million move from Lyon in January 2022.
      And he’s gone on to become one of the Premier League’s best midfielders with eight goals in 34 appearances.
      Newcastle are desperate to tie Guimaraes down to a new long-term deal.
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      But it’s reckoned Real Madrid could finally come prowling after showing initial interest last summer.
      Guimaraes was seen as a replacement for Casemiro after his move to Manchester United.
      And with Toni Kroos’ future now uncertain, Real could finally launch a big-money bid.
      But they aren’t the only team interested in a swoop.
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      Juventus have been tipped for a bid after Paul Pogba’s injury nightmare since joining in the summer.
      And there are also links with Chelsea, who have already spent over £600m on new signings under Todd Boehly.
      Meanwhile, Guimaraes tweeted an emotional message to Newcastle fans after Sunday’s Carabao Cup final defeat to Man United.
      He said: “That’s football. Not always giving our best is enough. Let’s keep walking our path in pursuit of Newcastle’s success.
      “With delivery, dedication and love for the project and fans were represent.
      “Healing our wounds and moving forward in search of the top. For NUFC. For the fans.
      “I’m proud but not happy. Because I’ll never accept the defeat. I have no words for your support. Thank you so much.” More

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      Man City facing fight to keep hold of Bernardo Silva with his future ‘not clear’ as Barcelona circle for attacker

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      BERNARDO SILVA could be on his way to Barcelona with his Manchester City future up in the air, according to reports. The Portuguese star has been tracked by Barcelona for some time and was wanted in a £70million transfer last summer.
      Bernardo Silva could be on his way to BarcelonaCredit: AP
      However, this move failed, and fast forward eight months the La Liga leaders are once again set to try and land the 28-year-old.
      According to The Telegraph, Silva’s future at the club is “uncertain.”
      And Spanish outlet Sport have reported Silva’s intention is to leave the Premier League.
      Silva has once again enjoyed a strong season at the Etihad, scoring three goals and adding five assists in 23 Premier League games.
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      But with the Cityzens falling behind in the title race to Arsenal, Pep Guardiola has reshuffled his tactical layout.
      This has seen Silva deployed like an auxiliary left-back, filling in and helping City in buildup from their defensive third.
      Despite the change in position, Silva has continued to excel, ranking well in a number of metrics.
      These include ranking ninth in the division for progressive carries, 13th in goal-creating actions and 17th for tackles in the middle third.
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      Silva would likely fit Xavi’s system at Barcelona well, explaining their long-term interest.
      However, they will need to pay up the reported £71m asking price (€80m).
      Should the Blaugrana fail in their attempts to land Silva, Sport’s report suggests Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain are both interested.
      Meanwhile, City could replace Silva with Chelsea star Mateo Kovacic. More

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      Chelsea star flies out to LA for knee surgery just weeks after sealing January transfer leaving fans worried

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      CHELSEA new boy Jimmy-Jay Morgan has flown out to the USA for knee surgery.The 17-year-old agreed a £6million switch from Southampton in the January transfer window.
      Chelsea youngster Jimmy-Jay Morgan is set to undergo surgery in the USCredit: Getty
      Morgan shared an image of him on a plane ready to jet off to AmericaCredit: Jimmy-Jay Morgan instagram
      But Gianluca DI Marzio’s website is now reporting an injury that was discovered during the teenager’s medical has forced him to fly out to America for treatment.
      Morgan uploaded a picture to social media of himself on board a plane with the “peace” emoji and an American flag.
      He will head to Los Angeles for the surgery – and is set to go under the knife on Friday.
      It is expected that Morgan will be sidelined for three months following the operation.
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      And it means he faces a race to be fit for the summer.
      The ex-Saints ace had hoped to feature for Chelsea during pre-season.
      But those plans could now be scuppered if his rehabilitation takes any longer than predicted.
      Morgan, who has signed a long-term deal with Chelsea, was a part of the Blues’ academy before he left for Southampton.
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      He contributed six goals and five assists in 13 games for the south-coast side’s youth team.
      And he made the bench for Saints’ Carabao Cup and FA Cup games prior to his January departure.
      Chelsea’s head of youth development and recruitment, Jim Fraser, revealed following Morgan’s arrival that he was looking forward to working with him.
      He said: “In signing Jimmy-Jay we have added a player with good potential to our academy squads.
      “His ability marks him out as an exciting striker and we are delighted he has chosen Chelsea for this next, important stage of his development.” More

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      Man Utd join Arsenal and Chelsea in Romeo Lavia transfer battle just eight-months after Southampton star left City

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have joined Arsenal and Chelsea in the race to sign Romeo Lavia, reports suggest. Lavia, 19, has enjoyed a breakout season with Southampton.
      Southampton starlet Romeo Lavia is on Manchester United’s radarCredit: Getty

      In fact, no player in the Premier League won more free-kicks than Lavia in February.
      And now the midfielder, who only joined from Manchester City last summer, is in line for a move up the table.
      According to the Daily Mail, Man Utd are the latest club to keep tabs on Lavia.
      The Belgian is already in the sights of London rivals Chelsea and Arsenal, with the Blues previously enquiring about his services.
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      However, in United’s case, he does not represent their first-choice option.
      Instead, Erik ten Hag wants to pursue a deal for Frenkie de Jong or Jude Bellingham, who both fit his desired tactical system.
      There is also a long-standing admiration for Declan Rice at Old Trafford, though Arsenal are leading the race to sign the West Ham star.
      Southampton have missed Lavia’s presence whenever he has not featured this season, winning just one of nine Premier League games he was absent.
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      This has not boded well for the Saints’ survival chances, with their poor form seeing them rooted to the bottom of the table.
      They brought Lavia in for just £14million, and while City have a £40m buyback option in the deal, relegation would weaken Southmapton’s stance on a sale.
      Man City star Kevin De Bruyne described Lavia as having the potential to be a “top player” after seeing him in training.
      He said last year: “He (Lavia) is very good. He’s been training with us since the end of last year. If he continues his development, I think he’ll be a top player.” More

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      How Man City could line up next season with Declan Rice transfer as Pep Guardiola plans midfield overhaul

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      MANCHESTER CITY could line up with a brand-new midfield featuring Declan Rice next season.Pep Guardiola is reportedly preparing a summer transfer overhaul to freshen up his title-winning machine.
      Declan Rice could join Manchester City this summerCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Pep Guardiola will be plotting his transfer dealingsCredit: Reuters
      City have won four of the last five Premier League seasons – but are in a major battle with Arsenal this term.
      Now Teamtalk state Rice is high on the Etihad wishlist for a summer switch.
      Guardiola is up against former assistant Mikel Arteta, neighbour Erik ten Hag and Graham Potter to land the West Ham captain, who has rejected a contract extension at the London Stadium.
      David Moyes has insisted the Hammers would demand at least £100million for the academy graduate and England regular.
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      But City – who also want fellow Three Lions star Jude Bellingham – could make room and funds for Rice by selling a number of midfielders.
      Kalvin Phillips only arrived from Leeds for £42m last summer but has made just 11 appearances and just two starts – one in the FA Cup and one in the League Cup – in an injury-hit campaign.
      The reports suggests the midfielder could be moved on to make space for Rice while Bernardo Silva and Ilkay Gundogan have both been linked with Barcelona.
      Mateo Kovacic is a surprise transfer target for City, too, as he prepares to enter the final 12 months of his current Chelsea contract – as does Leicester’s James Maddison – while World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister is another name linked.
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      Left-backs Ben Chilwell and Antonee Robinson are both possible replacements for Joao Cancelo if he makes his Bayern Munich move permanent while in-demand defender Josko Gvardiol could also be targeted.
      It means City’s starting XI could look very different next season- although the likes of Ederson, Ruben Dias, Kevin De Bruyne, Erling Haaland and Jack Grealish are surely safe.

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      Fans convinced Marcel Sabitzer wants permanent Man Utd transfer after ‘sending message on Instagram’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans have been left convinced Marcel Sabitzer wants to join the club permanently. It comes after the on-loan Bayern Munich star sent a “message” with his Instagram activity.
      Marcel Sabitzer joined Man Utd on loan in JanuaryCredit: Getty
      But fans are convinced they have discovered a secret message on his InstagramCredit: Alamy
      Sabitzer has impressed with his passing range since coming into the team
      Sabitzer, 28, joined Manchester United in January following Christian Eriksen’s lengthy injury.
      The Austrian has been at Bayern since the summer of 2021, but fans spotted an interesting feature on his Instagram page.
      This being the number of posts he has relating to Bayern and United.
      Sabitzer posted just three times to his Instagram while with the German champions, including two posts announcing his transfer from RB Leipzig.
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      However, since joining the Red Devils he has already posted 12 times since February 2.
      And fans are convinced they know the cryptic message behind it.
      One fan said: “No reason for us not to sign him up permanently!
      “Need to build that quality in depth he has the mentality and quality to be a united player.”
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      A second said: “He loves United more than Bayern… he knows he will just end up on the bench at Bayern.
      “A player of his calibre needs to be playing games which he will be doing at United. We need players like him. He’s a machine. ❤️❤️🔥🔥.”
      While a third wrote: “We need him permanently, we need to have a big squad with quality.”
      However, some fans noted the reason behind the number of posts could be related to United’s PR and marketing departments.
      One fan argued: “Tbf the club definitely makes our players do this – look how suddenly two or three of our players have made TikTok accounts at the same time.”
      A second user commented: “Man United have a PR team that handles Social Media for players. Bayern seem like they don’t.
      “I am pretty sure it has been mentioned that a lot of United players have contractual obligations in their contracts regarding social media as well.”
      “I mean, probably has a clause in his contract stating he has to post x-amount of posts for engagement/global branding,” added a third.
      On the subject of a permanent deal for Sabitzer and Wout Weghorst, Erik ten Hag was coy.
      He said: “I think it is much too quick [to decide]. [It is] much too soon to talk about that.
      “First, we are in this season and that is where the focus has to be.
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      “No distractions for what is coming next season. Only the season we are in.
      “We are in the right position at this moment, this is the position we want to be as we are now competing in three leagues [competitions].” More