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      Arsenal join Chelsea in Moises Caicedo transfer race with Gunners wanting ‘to be informed of Brighton talks’

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      ARSENAL have reportedly joined Chelsea in the transfer chase for Brighton’s Moises Caicedo.The Gunners have already snatched one player from the Seagulls this month.
      Arsenal are chasing Brighton’s Moises CaicedoCredit: Rex
      Winger Leandro Trossard joined Arsenal in a £27million deal from Brighton and made his debut during the 3-2 win over Manchester United on Sunday evening.
      Mikel Arteta’s team then confirmed that they had bought Poland international defender Jakub Kiwior from Spezia for £21m last night.

      Now transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has claimed that Arsenal are plotting a swoop on Brighton again.
      However, they face stiff competition from Premier League rivals Chelsea and Liverpool for Ecuadorian midfield star Caicedo, who has recently employed a new agent.
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      Romano tweeted: “Official. Moises Caicedo has picked Futbol Division as new agents — it’s now confirmed by agency statement.
      “One to watch in the final days of Jan window — Brighton want to keep him but Chelsea, Liverpool and Arsenal are well informed on Moises situation.”
      The 21-year-old Ecuadorian has taken the Premier League by storm since stepping into the Brighton set-up initially under now-Chelsea boss Graham Potter.
      Under current manager Roberto De Zerbi, who is desperate to keep the ace, Caicedo’s development has continued at a rapid pace, with Brighton continuing to march up the table.
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      Brighton have become serial recruiters of top talent which is then flipped for a huge profit margin, as evidenced by sales such as Marc Cucurella, Ben White and most recently Trossard.
      Trossard arrived at the Amex Stadium in 2019 for £18m, but is now an Arsenal player having been sold for £27m.
      The respective fees they got for Cucurella and White saw Brighton receive more money than what it cost them to build their stadium.
      And Caicedo is set to be the next name on that list of profitable acquisitions by the club after he cost them just £5m. More

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      Everton ‘contact ex-Athletic Bilbao boss Marcelino about replacing Frank Lampard as new manager’

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      FORMER Athletic Bilbao boss Marcelino is reportedly on Everton’s shortlist to replace Frank Lampard.The Toffees axed Lampard on Monday after weeks of unrest at Goodison Park amid protests for the board to resign.
      Former Bilbao boss Marcelino is reportedly wanted by EvertonCredit: Getty
      The former Chelsea boss replaced Rafa Benitez last January but has failed to stop the rot.
      And the disappointing 2-0 defeat to relegation rivals West Ham on Saturday proved to be the last straw.
      Former Burnley boss Sean Dyche and ex-Leeds gaffer Marcelo Bielsa are the two favourites to succeed the Chelsea legend.
      Everton legend Wayne Rooney and former chief David Moyes, currently at West Ham, are also in the running.
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      However, Marca are claiming that the Spaniard Marcelino is on the shortlist of managers on the shortlist too and has been contacted by the club.
      The 57-year-old has enjoyed spells in charge of a number of LaLiga clubs.
      He led Villarreal to three successive European finishes during his three years at the helm until 2016.
      He then went on to Valencia, where he secured the Copa del Rey back in 2019.
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      Marcelino then had a short stint in charge of Bilbao in the 2020/21 campaign, losing the Spanish cup final, before departing at the end of the season.
      He has not managed since, but now this report claims that he could be heading to Merseyside for his first taste of the Premier League.
      Defeat at the London Stadium has left the Merseysiders with a record of just one win in their last 12 league matches.
      Everton registered a mere 15 points out of a possible 60 this season.
      The Toffees face the daunting prospect of welcoming league leaders Arsenal to Goodison a fortnight on Saturday.

      And the following week, they’ll travel across Stanley Park to face bitter rivals Liverpool in what will no doubt be another fiery affair.
      Paul Tait and Leighton Baines will take training until a new manager is found. More

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      Man Utd transfer target Victor Osimhen’s move to Napoli from Lille being investigated with concerns over deal

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      NAPOLI’S move for Victor Osimhen is set to be investigated by Italian authorities.The Serie A side signed the Nigerian from Lille in 2020 for a fee that could reach £70million including add-ons.
      Victor Osimhen joined Napoli from Lille in 2020Credit: Rex
      Juventus were slapped with a 15-point deduction last week after being accused of inflating transfer fees in dealings with other Italian clubs over three seasons to create millions of pounds in “capital gains” for tax purposes.
      According to Italian outlet Il Mattino, authorities now want to take a closer look at Napoli’s dealings.
      Under the microscope will be their signing of Osimhen, although the Naples prosecutor will require six months to complete their probe.
      In particular, investigators will consider the potential falsification of financial documents.
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      In Juventus’ case, prosecutors were able to use leaked phone conversations and email exchanges as evidence.
      This is not expected to be the case for other clubs.
      Osimhen, 24, has performed well since joining Napoli.
      His performances on the pitch have attracted interest from the likes of Manchester United.
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      The 6ft 1in forward has bagged 42 goals in 81 appearances for Napoli, also laying on 13 assists.
      He has enjoyed a particularly prolific campaign this time around, netting 13 goals in 15 Serie A games.
      Should Osimhen move to Man United this summer, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano expects them to have to pay a club record fee.
      He said: “My personal opinion is that Napoli will not accept anything less than £105m/£115m.”
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      Inter Milan ‘keeping keen on Chris Smalling transfer’ as ex-Man Utd star ‘refuses to sign new Roma contract’

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      INTER MILAN are reportedly keeping tabs on Chris Smalling.That’s with the ex-Manchester United star reportedly refusing to sign a new deal at Roma.
      Inter Milan could pounce for Roma’s Chris Smalling on a free transferCredit: Rex
      Calciomercato claims Smalling’s future is up in the air as he approaches the end of his contract in Italy’s capital.
      The 33-year-old has enjoyed a career resurgence after joining Roma from United in 2019.
      Smalling has played 121 games for the Serie A giants.
      And he had a key role in last season’s Europa Conference League victory under Jose Mourinho.
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      But it’s reckoned Smalling is considering his options as he approaches his final years in the game.
      Roma are unwilling to give the veteran the wages he believes he deserves, while also offering Smalling just a one-year extension.
      And Inter are now said to be preparing a free transfer swoop at the end of the campaign.
      The 2021 champions could lose two of their own centre-backs on frees this summer, with Milan Skriniar and Matthijs de Vrij yet to commit their futures.
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      And Smalling is seen as the ideal replacement should either man leave.
      Juventus were also in the running for the ace before being hit with a 15-point deduction for a “transfer scam”.
      But Smalling could yet end up staying at Roma provided they offer him at least a further two years on his new deal.
      The 31-time England international is expected to have his future decided by the end of the January transfer window. More

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      Man Utd ‘looking to HIJACK Chelsea’s Malo Gusto transfer as they make contact with Lyon defender’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are looking to hijack Chelsea’s transfer move for Lyon right-back Malo Gusto, according to reports.The 19-year-old is said to have agreed terms with the Blues and the West London club are in contact with Lyon.
      Man Utd would like to hijack Chelsea’s move for Malo GustoCredit: Getty
      Chelsea have offered the rising star a contract longer than five years and haven’t been shy with splashing the cash under owner Todd Boehly.
      Boehly has signed off on nearly £400million pounds worth of transfers since buying the club with £151m of that coming in this month alone.
      However, RMC Sport report that Man Utd are hoping to hijack Chelsea’s move for Gusto and have told the right-back to “not to rush” a decision.
      It is not clear whether United would make a late January move or hope that Gusto holds off on a mid-season switch in order to swoop in the summer.
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      The latter could be more likely if the words of director of football John Murtough are to be believed.
      Murtough said at a fans’ forum in December: “While we will be exploring options, I don’t expect it to be a busy January window.
      “January is a difficult time to find players that teams are willing to let go.
      “It’s no secret that we’re looking for a new centre-forward.
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      “We’ll see what’s possible in January but we only want to bring in players who are good enough, and who will make the squad stronger.
      “We’re not going to sign players for the sake of making signings.
      “You also need to remember that we invested over £200million in the squad last summer and, as a club, we need to remain financially disciplined and compliant with FFP rules.
      “As always, the main focus remains on the summer window, and we’re already well under way with our planning for next summer.”
      United did follow through on their pursuit of a new striker following the bitter departure of Cristiano Ronaldo.
      The Old Trafford club made a cost-effective signing by loaning Burnley striker Wout Weghorst. More

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      Chelsea ‘plan to raid crisis-hit Everton for Anthony Gordon and Amadou Onana in double transfer swoop’

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      CHELSEA are reportedly ready to take advantage of the turmoil at Everton.That’s by raiding the relegation battlers for Anthony Gordon AND Amadou Onana.
      Chelsea are plotting a fresh swoop for Everton winger Anthony GordonCredit: Reuters
      The Blues are also keen on signing Amadou OnanaCredit: Getty
      Everton are approaching crisis mode as they sit joint-bottom of the Premier League table with Southampton.
      Chelsea legend Frank Lampard was sacked by the Toffees on Monday after Saturday’s 2-0 defeat at West Ham.
      But there is also financial trouble brewing at Goodison Park as Everton struggle to comply with Financial Fair Play regulations.
      And the Telegraph claims Chelsea could make bids for both Gordon and Onana before deadline day.
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      The pair, both 21, are regarded as key men by Everton’s hierarchy and unsellable.
      But Chelsea are prepared to step in with tasty bids while also loaning Gordon and Onana back to the Toffees for the remainder of the campaign.
      The Blues remain keen on signing Gordon after having a £60m bid rejected last summer.
      Meanwhile, Onana has emerged as a target to boost Graham Potter’s midfield, despite only joining Everton from Lille six months ago.
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      And Goodison chiefs now face a battle to keep the pair past the end of the season as they look to quickly appoint a new manager.
      Chelsea have already signed SIX players this month, with Noni Madueke the latest arrival from PSV Eindhoven.
      But Todd Boehly is ready to make it seven after launching a bid for Lyon right-back Malo Gusto.
      The American is also keen on Brighton’s Moises Caicedo and Benfica’s Enzo Fernandez.
      And the future is looking bright for Chelsea fans after glimpsing some exciting debut performances from attackers Joao Felix and Mykhailo Mudryk. More

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      Newcastle ‘hold talks over Scott McTominay transfer but face battle to convince Man Utd to agree to deal’

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      NEWCASTLE have reportedly held talks with Manchester United over a shock January move for Scott McTominay.The Magpies are keen to add a midfielder to their squad to help sustain their top-four charge.
      Newcastle have held talks over a January transfer for Scott McTominayCredit: Getty
      Eddie Howe’s men sit third in the Premier League after 20 games.
      And, according to The Athletic, How thinks McTominay could help his side stay there.
      Talks over a January transfer have been held – but Man Utd are expected to turn down any formal offers.
      Toon were interested in McTominay in the summer, however a move did not materialise.
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      And summer 2023 transfer cannot be ruled out, if they don’t get him this month.
      Should McTominay join Newcastle’s exciting project, he would be a key part of Howe’s squad moving forward.

      The 26-year-old is having to settle for a squad role at Old Trafford following the big-money arrival of Casemiro from Real Madrid.
      Despite handing McTominay limited game time, manager Erik ten Hag says the Scotsman is a “great player” for the team.
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      Speaking on McTominay’s selection ahead of Sunday’s 3-2 loss to Arsenal, Ten Hag said: “I’m convinced this is the right solution, Scott can do the job, he’s a great player for our squad.
      “He’s a great player for this team and I think he’s also making a good development.
      “I had something in mind for where Fred could have played, a role like last week against City, but during the game, we can change if necessary.” More

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      Uefa set to change transfer rules after Chelsea’s January transfer spree sparks concern among rival clubs

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      CHELSEA’S January transfer policy is set to see a change in Uefa rules – to stop clubs manipulating Financial Fair Play regulations.The Stamford Bridge club’s eye-popping £400million spending spree has included handing out unconventional contracts of six, seven and even EIGHT years to signings including Wesley Fofana, Benoit Badiashile and Mykhailo Mudryk.
      Chelsea owner Todd Boehly has splashed the cash since his arrival in West LondonCredit: Getty
      Mykhailo Mudryk is the latest big-money arrival, joining for an eye-watering £88million from UkraineCredit: Getty
      That means transfer payments for players can be spread over the length of the extended contracts in the Blues’ accounts – a process known as amortisation – meaning just a fraction counts towards the Blues’ FFP allowance each season.
      But rival clubs have complained at the loop-hole being exploited.
      And now Uefa chiefs are ready to bring in new regulations which will see all future fees calculated over a maximum of five years.
      Fifa, which has oversight over all international deals, states that contracts should last for a “maximum” of five years unless a longer deal is “consistent with national laws”.
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      Premc lubs have that allowance under UK law and Chelsea are among the clubs to have taken advantage.
      It does mean that players signed on the longer deals are a “cost” for clubs throughout the contract, meaning they cannot be booked at a full sales price – the normal accounting practice – if they are sold after five seasons. 
      Uefa, though, is prepared to step in with a new rule from this summer which will cap amortisation over the five year period that applies in most countries.
      While there is no threat to the status or calculations over the deals Chelsea have undertaken this season, a similar spending spree in future campaigns would see the FFP cost rise.
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      That would be in parallel with the new Uefa “cost control” requirements that will see spending pegged to revenues from this year.
      In the initial season, clubs will be permitted to spend 90 per cent of income on net transfers and wages, dropping to a new maximum of 70 per cent over three years.
      One prominent Uefa source said: “If other clubs start doing the same with eight-year contracts it will be a mess so we need to protect them.
      “This is simply shifting a problem to the future. 
      “Either a club can get stuck with a player on a high salary that they cannot sell, or if they sell him after three or four years they will not realise much profit because a lot of his transfer fee has not been amortised.” More