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

    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

    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’

    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’

    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

    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

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

    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

    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

    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