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      Weston McKennie travelling to UK to seal Leeds transfer from Juventus after verbally agreeing deal

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      WESTON MCKENNIE has travelled to the UK to complete his transfer to Leeds, according to reports. Leeds are set to beat the likes of Arsenal and Nottingham Forest to the American’s signature.
      Weston McKennie is closing in on his Leeds transfer from JuventusCredit: Rex
      After agreeing personal terms earlier this week, Juventus have now come to an agreement with Leeds over a transfer fee.
      McKennie, 24, is travelling to England today to undergo his medical, according to The Athletic.
      The deal between the two clubs will see McKennie initially join on loan.
      The Whites will then have the option to make the deal permanent in the summer for £30million including add-ons.
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      Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri confirmed McKennie would not be involved in the Bianconeri’s Serie A clash with Monza.
      Asked if the midfielder could play, Allegri said: “Absolutely not. There are transfer rumours around him.
      “I think the two clubs already have an agreement. It would be useless to have him tomorrow.”
      Leeds have a strong American contingent at Elland Road.
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      USMNT duo Tyler Adams and Brenden Aaronson played alongside McKennie at the Qatar World Cup.
      Manager Jesse Marsch is also from the US, while the San Francisco 49ers have an increasing stake in the club which is set to see them take majority control in January 2024.
      McKennie will be the club’s third signing of the window after spending a club-record £40m on Maximilian Wober and Georginio Rutter from RB Salzburg and Hoffenheim respectively.
      And the pair were both involved in the FA Cup win over Accrington, with the team being praised for their “classy” gesture after the game.
      Leeds midfielder Tyler Adams looks set to rekindle his international partnership with McKennie at club levelCredit: AP More

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      Everton, Palace and Southampton eyeing Lucas Moura free transfer but Spurs star wants £150k a week despite injury woes

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      TOTTENHAM could let striker Lucas Moura go NOW rather than wait until his contract runs out this summer.A handful of Premier League clubs are interested in the Brazilian.
      Lucas Moura is being chased by Premier League sides this month but his wages are an issueCredit: Getty
      But they could be put off by Moura hoping for a £150,000-a-week deal from a last lucrative move.
      Moura, 30, was stuck in Spurs’ under-21s on Friday and is in the shop window.
      The likes of Southampton, Crystal Palace and even Everton are looking at him.
      But while Tottenham will open the exit door, Moura will only use it if he gets the right deal.
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      Spurs do not think Moura is worth that kind of salary.
      And although he may yet get game time this season, they are willing to let him go before Tuesday’s deadline.
      Moura’s wages are making most admirers wary. 
      But with so many still looking — and a lack of alternatives around — Moura could get his deal.
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      The ex-Paris Saint-Germain star, whose hat-trick against Ajax sent Spurs to the 2019 Champions League final, could pick up a fortune with a summer move to the Middle East, MLS or any club looking for a name.
      And Spurs have already landed a replacement for Moura in Villarreal loanee Arnaut Danjuma.
      Tottenham would also let Djed Spence go out on loan — but the right wing-back has yet to find the ideal home.
      Spence joined from Middlesbrough last summer but has not convinced Antonio Conte he is worth a regular start.  More

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      Crystal Palace will raid Man Utd and Chelsea for Wan-Bissaka and Gallagher in summer after giving up on January transfer

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      CRYSTAL PALACE will wait for targets Conor Gallagher and Aaron Wan-Bissaka — even if it means being patient until the summer.The Eagles have been quiet in this window with limited funds.
      Crystal Palace are willing to wait to sign Aaron Wan-BissakaCredit: Getty
      The Eagles also want former loan star Conor GallagherCredit: Alamy
      But the club’s plan is to hold on until their ex-loan star Gallagher becomes available from Chelsea and AWB is squeezed out at Manchester United.
      Midfielder Gallagher, 22, and right-back Wan-Bissaka, 25, have both seen first-team action this month despite huge question marks over their futures.
      Wan-Bissaka had seemed destined for the axe from the Red Devils but he has managed to make the most of his chance.
      His opportunity came after the injury to Diogo Dalot, but it still remains to be seen if he has saved his long-term future at the club.
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      Gallagher however will have to compete with the ever-growing Chelsea squad, as the club continues its heavy investment into the playing squad.
      The Englishman may fancy a move in order to guarantee his game time with the aim of getting back into the England set-up.
      And Palace are recalling Luke Plange from Belgian side RWD Molenbeek.
      The striker’s return will spark a three-club chase between Lincoln, Charlton and Barnsley for the former Derby prospect.
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      Plange, 20, is not playing enough and needs to join a side to sharpen up before a return to Patrick Vieira’s first-team squad.
      Palace are currently in 12th in the Premier League place seven points clear of the bottom three and five points off the top ten. More

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      ‘Unfortunately Nicolo Zaniolo is staying’ – Jose Mourinho breaks silence on Roma star’s dramatic transfer twist

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      JOSE MOURINHO has confirmed that “unfortunately” he expects Nicolo Zaniolo to stay at Roma this month.The 23-year-old has made it clear he wants to leave the club – but on Friday he reportedly snubbed a move to Bournemouth.
      Nicolo Zaniolo looks set to stay at Roma this monthCredit: Getty
      Zaniolo made it clear he wanted to leave Roma, but reportedly snubbed a move to BournemouthCredit: Getty
      The Cherries were claimed to be willing to pay around £26million to sign the playmaker.
      But Sky Sports Italia claim Zaniolo refused to take part in negotiations with the Premier League club, leaving Roma furious.
      He now seems set to stay at the club this month, despite making it clear he wants to leave, with Tottenham and AC Milan reportedly not willing to match Bournemouth’s offer.
      And Mourinho has spoken for the first time since the latest twist in the saga.
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      When asked how he would handle the situation, he said: “Zaniolo has been saying for a month that he wants to leave. Unfortunately, it looks like I was right.”
      The former Chelsea, Manchester United and Spurs boss added: “I say unfortunately, because the player has been saying for a month that he wants to leave.
      “If a player tells everyone he no longer wants to wear the Roma jersey, I have to say unfortunately.
      “When a player tells you, the club and his team-mates: ‘I don’t want to wear the Roma jersey, I don’t want to play, I don’t want to go back to training…’ I have to say unfortunately.
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      “The ideal situation is for the player to be happy.
      “I said that I expected him to stay, but as things stand today, I have to add unfortunately to that sentence.”
      Zaniolo will not be part of the squad for Sunday’s huge meeting with bitter rivals Napoli.
      Mourinho and Co are fifth in the Serie A table going into the game with the league leaders.
      Zaniolo has played 128 times for Roma, and has been capped 11 times by Italy. More

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      Watford tell Aston Villa and Crystal Palace that Ismaila Sarr transfer won’t come cheap as they demand £25million

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      WATFORD aim to hold out for a £25million fee for star man Ismaila Sarr as his name comes up on Premier League radars.Top-flight clubs hoping for a bargain deal or even a drop in price have been reminded of the valuation — and the fact the Hornets are not about to cave in. 
      Ismaila Sarr is being linked with a return to the Premier LeagueCredit: Rex
      Aston Villa are keen and Crystal Palace have been long-term admirers of the Senegal winger, 24 — but that price tag is too high for both.
      He joined Watford for a club-record £40million three and a half years ago.
      And he has gone on to contribute 31 goals and 22 assists in 114 appearances for the club.
      Sarr also represented his country at the Qatar World Cup, starting all four of Senegal’s games before they were eliminated by England in the last-16.
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      Last month, Sarr’s former Watford team-mate Troy Deeney praised the Senegalese attacker’s ability.
      In an exclusive column for SunSport, he said: “From the moment he joined us at Watford back in the summer of 2019, we knew he was something special at 21 years old.
      “His blistering pace is frightening. He runs so effortlessly.
      “When you are a big guy like me and you can’t run, it is quite disheartening.
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      “He is genuinely a nice bloke, and funny. His English was not great at the start but rather than being embarrassed by it, he made fun of himself which was quite endearing.
      “At the same time, when Ismaila is on it, he is scary.
      “I remember watching him in the Europa League for Rennes against Arsenal in the 2018-19 season and he tore them a new one.
      “He has the ability to do that, especially in his natural position on the flanks. If you play him down the middle, you lose something from his game but he can be deadly on the right or left.”
      Watford occupy a play-off spot in the Championship, sitting fourth after 29 games.
      But they are a huge 13 adrift of an automatic promotion spot, with Burnley and Sheffield United opening up a substantial gap to the chasing pack. More

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      Bournemouth want ex-QPR and Blackpool winger Bright Osayi-Samuel from Fenerbahce but transfer will cost £12million

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      BOURNEMOUTH are making a dramatic late swoop for speedy winger Bright Osayi-Samuel and bidding to bring him back from Turkey.The Cherries hope to do a deal with Fenerbahce for the former Blackpool and QPR wideman as they desperately look for new attacking options.
      Bright Osayi-Samuel is being linked with a move to BournemouthCredit: Getty
      Osayi-Samuel, 25, is settled in Istanbul with a first-team slot so it will be a hard task to move him to the Premier League.
      Bournemouth’s transfer team are big fans of the versatile Nigerian and would find the funds for a player who could fill several roles for them.
      Osayi-Samuel has operated as a right wing-back for the Turkish giants but can also play on either flank and up top.
      Bournemouth are initially suggesting a loan with a view to buy but that may not work for any party.
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      If new owner William Foley finds the money for a bid of around £12million and the contract is right, then the move is on.
      But Bournemouth will not be signing midfield target Nicolo Zaniolo from Roma.
      The Italian, 23, reportedly refused to meet with executives from Bournemouth this week after they had flown to Italy in an attempt to complete a transfer.
      Tottenham and AC Milan had expressed an interest in signing him, but Bournemouth were willing to table the best bid.
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      According to Sky Sports Italia, the Cherries were keen to match Roma’s £26.4m asking price in order to swiftly complete the deal.
      However, after club chiefs flew out to Italy to meet with Zaniolo, the player refused to take part in negotiations and instead sent his agent Claudio Vigorelli to the meeting.
      Roma have been left furious with the midfielder as a result and the club are now believed to be considering disciplinary action against him. More

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      Arsenal ‘submit second Moises Caicedo transfer bid worth £70m but determined Brighton refuse to sell star midfielder’

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      ARSENAL have reportedly submitted a second offer worth £70million in an attempt to sign Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo.But the Seagulls are understood to be standing by their decision not to sell the Ecuadorian, 21.
      Moises Caicedo has attracted interest from both Arsenal and ChelseaCredit: Getty
      Caicedo released a statement on Friday night urging Brighton to accept the Gunners’ original £60m bid.
      Chelsea had also already seen an offer worth £55m turned down by the south-coast outfit.
      Brighton responded to Caicedo’s demand by telling him to stay away from training until after the January transfer window closes on Tuesday.
      He was also informed he would play no part in their FA Cup clash with Liverpool on Sunday.
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      Now, according to The Mail, Arsenal have returned with a second offer consisting of £60m plus £10m in add-ons.
      It comes after Thomas Partey was taken off at half-time during the Gunners’ 1-0 defeat to Man City in the FA Cup on Friday .
      Brighton insist they will not sell, but reports suggest they may considering a deal at £80m.
      The young midfielder, who has been a key part of Roberto De Zerbi’s side this season, is concerned he will not be in demand in the summer if Arsenal and Chelsea turn their attention towards West Ham captain Declan Rice.
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      That’s why he took to Instagram on Friday in a desperate attempt to convince Brighton to allow him his move.
      He wrote: “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.”
      Brighton sit sixth in the Premier League table and are in contention for a European place.
      Meanwhile, Arsenal are keen to bolster their squad in order to maintain their title challenge.
      And Chelsea are continuing to swoop for a host of players having already splashed nearly £200m in the January window. More

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      Man Utd transfer blow as Tottenham ‘very confident’ Harry Kane will snub Spurs exit and sign new long-term contract

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      TOTTENHAM remain “very optimistic” that Harry Kane will reject a move to Manchester United or Bayern Munich in favour of signing a new long-term contract, according to reports.Kane, 29, has been heavily linked with a move away from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in recent months.
      Tottenham are confident that Kane will sign a new contractCredit: Rex
      Both Man Utd and Bayern Munich have expressed an interest in signing him in a mega money transfer when the summer window opens.
      But, Tottenham are convinced that he will stay in north London.
      According to Sky Sports reporter Florian Plettenberg, club chiefs are “very optimistic” that he will pen a new deal.
      Kane’s current contract expires in June 2024, but following recent talks between his agent and Tottenham, the striker is close to agreeing fresh terms.
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      The England skipper became Tottenham’s joint all-time top goalscorer on Monday when his first-half strike earned Spurs a 1-0 win at Fulham.
      He now sits level with Jimmy Greaves on 266 goals for the Lilywhites.
      Kane will have the opportunity to set a new record when Tottenham take on Preston in the FA Cup fourth round this weekend.
      Antonio Conte could put out a full-strength squad as his side look to continue their mission to end a 15-year trophy drought.
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      Tottenham new boy Arnaut Danjuma could make his first appearance for the club after joining on loan from Villarreal.
      The Dutch forward was on the verge of signing for Everton before Frank Lampard was sacked earlier this week.
      After deciding against a move to Goodison Park, Danjuma quickly agreed terms to join Spurs on loan until the end of the 2022-23 season. More