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      Chelsea ‘reopen Enzo Fernandez transfer talks with Blues confident they’ll secure £105m deal for Benfica ace’

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      CHELSEA have reportedly “reopened” transfer talks with Benfica over a potential deal for Enzo Fernandez.Blues owner Todd Boehly has splashed out over £500m on 16 new players since last summer.
      Chelsea have re-opened talks with Benfica over a deal for Enzo FernandezCredit: Getty
      Full-back Malo Gusto, 19, became the latest addition to Graham Potter’s squad this weekend after penning a deal that runs until 2030 following a £31m move from Lyon.
      We reported earlier in the week how Boehly is ready to get his chequebook out again to try and secure 21-year-old midfielder Fernandez.
      A Chelsea bid worth £112m – £6m more than his £105m release clause – was turned down this month as it was structured to be paid in three £37.3m yearly instalments.
      That led many to believe that they had given up on their pursuit of the South American, at least until the summer.
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      But The Telegraph have now reported that the Stamford Bridge side have started negotiations again with Benfica as they are determined to land the Argentina World Cup winner before the deadline closes at 11pm on January 31.
      And transfer guru Fabrizio Romano echoed those claims as he offered his own update on the situation.
      He tweeted: “Chelsea are back in direct talks with Benfica for Enzo Fernandez.
      “They want the player at all costs — Chelsea would be prepared to pay €120m fee.”
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      However, he added: “Benfica president Rui Costa has still no intention to accept — but Chelsea will insist to get the deal done now.”
      Benfica have already issued a statement regarding Fernandez, who appears desperate to move to Stamford Bridge, stating he would not be old.
      Fernandez only arrived at Benfica from River Plate last summer and is under contract until 2027.
      He played the full game as they secured a 2-0 win at Pacos Ferreira on Thursday. More

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      Ex-Arsenal star Hector Bellerin helps Tottenham land dream Pedro Porro transfer as he closes in on Sporting Lisbon move

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      BARCELONA right-back Hector Bellerin is on the verge of joining Sporting Lisbon on loan, according to reports.Bellerin, 27, joined Barcelona on a free transfer from Arsenal last summer, but he has been limited to just seven appearances so far this season.
      Bellerin is on the verge of joining Sporting LisbonCredit: Getty
      He has less than six months remaining on his current contract, but the LaLiga giants are open to offloading him before the end of the 2022-23 campaign.
      And according to The Athletic, he could now be on his way to Portugal.
      Sporting Lisbon are close signing the Spaniard on loan until the end of the season.
      Bellerin would act as a replacement for Pedro Porro, who is understood to be on the verge of joining Tottenham in a £39million transfer.
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      Sporting had originally planned to sign Tariq Lamptey on loan, however Brighton were unwilling to let him leave on a temporary basis.
      They have since shifted focus to Bellerin, who has been struggling to find form in recent months.
      The Spaniard spent 10 years at Arsenal before joining Barcelona last year.
      He fell out of favour at the Emirates Stadium in 2021 and consequently joined Real Betis on loan.
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      The Gunners then decided to terminate his contract so he swapped North London for the Nou Camp.
      Barcelona currently sit at the top of the LaLiga table, six points clear of rivals Real Madrid. More

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      Arsenal in Moises Caicedo transfer boost with Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi ready to sell wantaway star

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      ROBERTO DE ZERBI says Brighton are ready to move forward without Moises Caicedo, giving Arsenal fresh hope of landing the whizkid ahead of Tuesday’s deadline.The Gunners had a £60million opening offer knocked back on Friday for the 21-year-old with Albion owner Tony Bloom not wanting to sell.
      Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi is ready to part ways with Moises CaicedoCredit: Getty
      Caicedo put in a transfer request to force the switch and missed Sunday’s 2-1 FA Cup win over Liverpool, having been told to stay at home until after the window closes.
      But his manager’s comments following that fourth-round victory hinted a deal could still be done, with the Gunners ready to bid again.
      And while De Zerbi does not want the midfielder to leave, the Albion boss will want reinforcements if he does, having sold Leandro Trossard to Arsenal earlier this month.
      De Zerbi said: “Caicedo is a very, very good guy.
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      “I can understand him because when you are 21, and you receive the request of a big, big team that are playing in Europe, I can understand.
      “I would like that he can finish the season with us but we are ready to go forward without him. 
      “I think we need some players in some positions.
      “I spoke a lot of time with Tony (Bloom) he knows very well my opinion because we are a good team but we can improve also from the transfer market.
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      “We lost Trossard, if we lose also Caicedo it can be a problem for us. If we want to fight for Europe, or the maximum on the table. 
      “If we want to stay like this (at our current level), we can. But I don’t like.”
      Caicedo posted an open letter to the club on Instagram late on Friday night pleading for them to grant his move.
      The Ecuadorian wrote: “I am proud to be able to bring in a record transfer fee for Brighton which would allow them to reinvest and help the club continue to be successful. 
      “The fans will always be in my heart so I hope they understand why I want to take this magnificent opportunity.”
      His comments were put to De Zerbi who intimated that he felt the player’s actions had been influenced by his representatives.
      The Italian said: “I was surprised (by Caicedo’s social media post.
      “But I can understand where it started. I don’t know if you understand, but Moises is a good guy.”
      Albion owner Bloom has a history of being a tough negotiator, having exacted fees of £50m from Arsenal for Ben White and £62m from Chelsea for Marc Cucurella.
      De Zerbi feels if Caicedo stays, and Brighton add to the squad ahead of tomorrow’s deadline, then Europe is a possibility for his sixth-placed side.
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      The ex-Shakhtar Donetsk chief added: “I think if we don’t lose Caicedo, we are ready to fight. 
      “I’m not angry (scared) to say my team can fight for Europe. The most important is the way, the improvement. In transfer market window, always you have the possibility to improve.” More

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      Man Utd receive TEN transfer offers for Anthony Elanga with winger wanted before January window shuts

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have received TEN offers from clubs wanting to take Anthony Elanga on loan for the rest of the season, according to reports.The Red Devils winger, who came off the bench in Saturday night’s 3-1 FA Cup victory over Reading, has started just seven games under Erik ten Hag this season.
      Anthony Elanga is wanted by ten clubs on loanCredit: Getty
      That is compared to the 20 outings he got last term under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Ralf Rangnick.
      Swedish international Elanga, 20, and United were approached earlier this month by PSV over a deal to take him to the Eredivisie club.
      Everton were also linked with a potential swoop before Frank Lampard was sacked and replaced by Sean Dyche.
      And Borussia Dortmund are the latest team interested in securing Elanga’s services.
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      However, now transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has claimed that the above face serious competition in the transfer chase.
      In fact, he states that there are at least TEN sides keen.
      He tweeted: “Manchester United have received 10 proposals to sign Anthony Elanga on loan – PSV Eindhoven are pushing after Borussia Dortmund request.”
      But Romano claimed that any deal will not go through until the final stages of the transfer window, which closes at 11pm on January 31.
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      He added: “No green light from Man Utd as of now, decision to be made in final 24/48h.”
      Elanga has been part of the set-up at Old Trafford since joining their academy in 2014.
      He has contributed four goals and four assists in 49 appearances for United. More

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      Newcastle COMPLETE £45m Anthony Gordon transfer as Everton confirm move with blunt 64-word statement

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      ANTHONY GORDON’S transfer to Newcastle is complete, after leaked pictures revealed Gordon had signed a contract and met fans. Newcastle are set to sign Gordon for £45million from Everton.

      Anthony Gordon’s £45m Newcastle transfer is awaiting an announcementCredit: PA
      Leaked photos confirmed his attendance at St James’ Park and in MetroCentre, Gateshead
      And while the official announcement is yet to be done, all the paperwork is understood to be signed and ready to go.
      But photos showing Gordon signing his Magpies contract and leaving St James’ Park have emerged online.
      It also seems the formalities were not the only thing on Gordon’s agenda.
      The 21-year-old was pictured meeting fans during a shopping trip to the MetroCentre in Gateshead.
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      Gordon has struggled for form this season as Everton’s struggles continue to grow.
      He scored three goals earlier in the campaign before refusing to turn up to training in recent days in order to force a move out of his boyhood club.
      Regardless, Newcastle boss Eddie Howe is understood to rate him, hence why Gordon has been on the club’s radar for so long.
      The Toffees sit firmly in the relegation zone and are staring down the barrel of losing their Premier League status for the first time ever.
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      Indeed, should they be unable to turn their fortunes around, they will be relegated for just the third time in the club’s prestigious history and the first time since 1950-51.
      Frank Lampard was sacked as the club’s manager after winning three games all season.
      Sean Dyche’s appointment by Everton is expected to be announced today after a deal could not be struck with Marcelo Bielsa.
      The former Leeds boss had some unorthodox demands to take over the role at Goodison Park.
      This included Bielsa’s staff overseeing the first team while he took charge of the UNDER 21’S for the rest of the season before stepping up to the senior team in the summer. More

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      Newcastle ‘agree £3m transfer for West Ham’s Harrison Ashby with right-back travelling for medical’

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      NEWCASTLE have agreed a deal to sign Harrison Ashby from West Ham, according to reports. The Magpies have been on the hunt for a new right-back to provide cover for Kieran Trippier – who recently signed a new contract at the club.
      Harrison Ashby is set to join NewcastleCredit: Getty
      Having thus far failed to land Real Valladolid’s Ivan Fresneda, transfer guru Dan Ashworth has since turned to the West Ham youngster.
      And according to Sky Sports’ Dharmesh Sheth, Newcastle have agreed a £3million fee for his transfer.
      Sheth reports the figure includes potential add-ons.
      Ashby has made just seven appearances for West Ham’s senior team, including one in the Europa Conference League and another in the qualifiers for the competition.
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      The 21-year-old is expected to travel to Tyneside for his medical.
      Another player on the way to Newcastle, Anthony Gordon, appears to have already signed his contract with the club.
      Leaked photos emerged of Gordon putting pen to paper and of him leaving St James’ Park.
      These came alongside him taking photos with fans while at MetroCentre in Gateshead.
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      West Ham have also done business this window.
      They signed Danny Ings for £15m from Aston Villa.
      However, Ings picked up an injury almost instantly after arriving. More

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      Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi breaks silence on Moises Caicedo’s Arsenal transfer plea and says star has made ‘mistake’

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      BRIGHTON boss Roberto De Zerbi has spoken out after Moises Caicedo tried to force through a move to Arsenal.The Gunners were told on Saturday that Caicedo, 21, is categorically not for sale this month.
      Moises Caicedo has publicly asked Brighton to sell himCredit: Getty
      Roberto De Zerbi said everyone can “make mistakes” in reference to CaicedoCredit: ITV via Twitter
      On Friday, Caicedo took to Instagram and publicly asked Brighton to sell him.
      That came just hours after Arsenal had an initial bid worth £60million for the midfielder swiftly rejected.
      Now, speaking ahead of the FA Cup meeting with Liverpool, De Zerbi said everyone can “make mistakes” as the Italian revealed he is hopeful that Caicedo will stay at the club.
      De Zerbi told ITV: “Moises is a good guy.
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      “We will see tomorrow and the next days what happens.
      “We hope he stays with us for the rest of the season, but this is a question for the club and Moises. 
      “Moises is a good guy. In life you can make mistakes. We will see the best solution for the club, for him and for us.”
      Caicedo was allegedly told by Brighton to stay away from training until the transfer window closes following his social media plea.
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      Fresh reports on Saturday evening claimed Arsenal had submitted a second bid worth £70million for the midfielder.
      Caicedo was not in Brighton’s matchday squad for Sunday’s game against Liverpool.
      The Ecuador international has featured 21 times in all competitions for the Seagulls this season.
      But his Instagram message said: “I am grateful to Mr Bloom and Brighton for giving me the chance to come to the Premier League and I feel I have always done my best for them.
      “I always play football with a smile and with heart.
      “I am the youngest of 10 siblings from a poor upbringing in Santa Domingo in Ecuador. My dream always to be the most decorated player in the history of Ecuador.
      “I am proud to be able to bring in a record transfer fee for Brighton which would allow them to reinvest it and help the club continue to be successful.
      “The fans have taken me into their hearts and they will always be in my heart so I hope they can understand why I want to take up this magnificent opportunity.” More

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      Chelsea in Enzo Fernandez transfer blow as Benfica look to increase his buyout clause by £27m to £132m

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      CHELSEA’S pursuit of Enzo Fernandez is set to take a colossal hit as Benfica try to increase his release clause to £132million, reports suggest.The Blues submitted a significant offer to the Portuguese giants to try and bring Fernandez to Stamford Bridge earlier in the window.
      Enzo Fernandez has been linked with a transfer to Chelsea throughout the windowCredit: Getty
      However, the structure of the deal Chelsea offered was not acceptable to Benfica – even though one offer went above Fernandez’s current release clause.
      After the breakdown of talks, which Benfica manager Roger Schmidt branded “disrespectful”, the club are now said to be trying to raise the release clause.
      Portuguese outlet Record report the club want to increase the clause by £27m to take it up to £132m.
      The report suggests they want to do this in order to fend off interest in the star.
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      But this is unlikely to deter Chelsea, who are considering another approach for the World Cup winner before Tuesday’s transfer deadline.
      Earlier today, Malo Gusto was announced as Chelsea’s SEVENTH January signing.
      And with the defender’s acquisition, Todd Boehly has now allowed £222m to be spent in the winter window alone.
      The total outlay of transfers under the Boehly-Clearlake ownership now stands at almost £500m.
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      Last week it was reported that Chelsea had launched a new offensive to try and land Fernandez.
      The deal reported package included £88m plus players, More