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      Man Utd star Shola Shoretire completes Bolton loan transfer as Erik ten Hag gives starlet valuable senior experience

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have loaned out prospect Shola Shoretire to Bolton.The 18-year-old has been granted a loan move to offer him senior experience for the rest of the season.
      Shola Shoretire has been sent on loan to BoltonCredit: Getty
      The teenage winger is highly-rated at Old Trafford, being named the club’s Young Player of the Year in 2020/21.
      He has starred for United’s Youth sides, netting 23 goals and adding 16 assists in 59 games for the Under 21’s, including five goals in nine games in Premier League 2 this season.

      Shoretire has also made a smattering of first team appearances since 2017.
      He made his Premier League debut in a 3-1 win over Newcastle in 2021 under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and was handed his European debut by the Norwegian coach in the Europa League in February that year.
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      Ralf Rangnick then kept that faith by rewarding Shoretire with his debut in the Champions League.
      However, the youngster has yet to appear under Erik ten Hag this season.
      A statement from League One side Bolton read: “Wanderers have swooped to further strengthen their attacking options with the loan signing of top Manchester United prospect Shola Shoretire.
      “Shoretire joins Wanderers for the remainder of the season as the Whites’ third new arrival of the January transfer window following the loan signing of Southampton striker Dan Nlundulu and a permanent deal for wideman Randell Williams.
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      “Shoretire’s ability to play in a number of advanced positions will increase manager Ian Evatt’s forward options for the final few months of the season as his side looks to maintain their impressive run of form which has seen them lose just once in their last 13 games.”
      The England Youth international has also appeared in the Papa Johns EFL Trophy this season, scoring as United fell to a penalty defeat against Fleetwood in the tournament’s group stage.
      The Red Devils own statement on the loan said: “The England Under-19 international has been involved in a couple of first-team squads under Erik ten Hag.
      “He was on the bench for the Premier League loss at Aston Villa in November and the Carabao Cup triumph against the same opponents soon afterwards.
      “Everybody at United will be closely monitoring Shola’s progress with Bolton and wish him the very best of luck for his time there.”
      Shoretire joins the likes of Amad Diallo, Dean Henderson, Alex Telles and Eric Bailly on loan from United this season.
      From the club’s academy, the likes of Hannibal Mejbri, Ethan Laird, Alvaro Fernandez and Ethan Galbraith have also been sent on loan to earn first team football. More

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      Newcastle have NINE-MAN transfer list including Chelsea trio and Anthony Gordon.. and could let five players go

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      NEWCASTLE UNITED have a NINE-MAN transfer list which includes some major Premier League stars, it has been revealed. The Magpies have set about a renaissance following their acquisition by a Saudi Arabian backed Public Investment Fund in October 2021.
      Hakim Ziyech is one of three Chelsea stars wanted by NewcastleCredit: Getty
      The Magpies are willing to try again to sign Everton starlet Anthony GordonCredit: Getty
      While Leicester duo Youri Tielemans and James Maddison are both on the clubs radar for midfield upgradesCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      Following the appointment of Eddie Howe and investment of more than £200million in the transfer market, Newcastle have gone from battling relegation to being well within the top four race in the space of a year.
      Despite big outlays on the likes of Bruno Guimaraes, Sven Botman and Alexander Isak, the likes of football director Dan Ashworth are not satisfied with the state of the squad.
      Consequently club chiefs have drawn up a nine-man shortlist of targets.
      According to The Telegraph, the club’s aim is to upgrade their midfield and winger options, while also finding a good cover option for Kieran Trippier at right-back.
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      Chelsea trio, Hakim Ziyech, Conor Gallagher and Ruben Loftus-Cheek – who was spotted back in training ahead of the clash against Liverpool – are among those on their radar.
      Everton starlet Anthony Gordon remains on the club’s list after seeing a bid rejected in the summer, with the Toffees even rejecting a £60m offer from Chelsea for his services.
      However, with the looming threat of relegation, Everton may soon be forced into a sale.
      James Maddison is another star the club have retained an interest in, while Leicester team-mate Youri Tielemans has emerged as a target with his contract expiring in the summer.
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      Scott McTominay has also emerged as a target for NewcastleCredit: Getty
      Wolves captain Ruben Neves is another name on the list of targets to improve the club’s engine room, though they would need to ward off interest from Manchester United and Liverpool.
      At United, Scott McTominay is an option but a move depends on whether Erik ten Hag would allow him to leave and join a top four rival.
      In terms of cover for Trippier, Newcastle have joined Arsenal in the race for Ivan Fresneda.
      The Real Valladolid star has enjoyed a breakout season in La Liga, and reports have indicated the club are willing to sanction a sale worth between £12m to £15m.
      However, Newcastle will not be able to make any plays in the market without first shifting pieces of the current squad.
      The imminent loan of Chris Wood to Nottingham Forest is the first indication of movement in the window for Newcastle.
      Howe is also understood to be willing to sanction transfers for Ryan Fraser, Karl Darlow, Matt Ritchie and Jamal Lewis.
      The likes of Jamaal Lascelles have attracted interest, but Howe does not want to lose the club captain’s presence in the dressing room despite a lack of game time this season.
      Newcastle are looking to strengthen their Champions League bid on Saturday when they visit Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, with top four rivals Man Utd facing a tough trip to the Emirates to play league leaders Arsenal.
      Chris Wood’s departure indicates Newcastle may start trying to bring in playersCredit: Getty More

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      Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Dean Henderson out for five weeks as Man Utd loanee picks up thigh injury

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      NOTTINGHAM FOREST goalkeeper Dean Henderson has been ruled out for five weeks due to a thigh injury.Henderson has put together a raft of stunning performances between the sticks at the City Ground ever since Manchester Untied loaned him out last summer.
      Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Dean Henderson has been ruled out for five weeksCredit: Getty
      Manchester United loanee Dean Henderson got injured against LeicesterCredit: Rex
      But Nottingham manager Steve Cooper confirmed his No1 will be sidelined for “four to five weeks”.
      The England international suffered the injury during last week’s 2-0 win over Leicester.
      Cooper said: “It is certainly a discussion point.
      “We have two League Cup games [against United] that Dean wouldn’t have played in anyway because of the loan ruling so we were always planning without him for those games.
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      “We need to get this weekend out of the way and see where we’re at after that.
      “Dean is going to be out for four to five weeks, which is obviously a blow for all of us, especially him, but these things happen and we carry on with our work and will support Dean to get fit as quickly as possible.”
      According to the BBC, Forest may have to turn to the January transfer market for reinforcement.
      Second-choice keeper Wayne Hennessey will take over in goal during Henderson’s absence.
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      Hennessey will thus start for Forest at Bournemouth on Saturday.
      But Forest have Jordan Smith and Adnan Kanuric as their other goalkeeping alternatives. More

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      Blackpool hire Mick McCarthy as manager until end of season after Michael Appleton sacked by Championship strugglers

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      BLACKPOOL have named Mick McCarthy as their new manager until the end of the season. It comes after the club sacked Michael Appleton with the Championship side struggling.
      Mick McCarthy has been announced as Blackpool’s new bossCredit: https://twitter.com/BlackpoolFC
      His most recent job in football was with Cardiff in 2021Credit: Getty
      The 63-year-old’s last job in management was with Cardiff in 2021.
      A club statement from Blackpool read: “Blackpool Football Club is delighted to announce the appointment of Mick McCarthy as Head Coach for the remainder of the season.
      “McCarthy brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Bloomfield Road, having managed at the highest level both domestically and internationally during his 30 years as a number one.
      “Awarded the LMA Championship Manager of the Year on two seperate occasions following promotion campaigns with Sunderland and Wolverhampton Wanderers, the 63-year-old also holds a wealth of experience in England’s second tier, most recently with Cardiff City.”
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      On his appointment McCarthy said: “I’m delighted to be here, I’m delighted to be back in the game.
      “I’m thrilled to be back up at a club where I’ve had many battles in the past and hopefully we can achieve some of the similar success of those years.”
      Blackpool are currently on a run of ten games without a win in the Championship, with their last victory coming in October.
      However, they have had better fortunes in the FA Cup.
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      They thrashed Premier League side Nottingham Forest in the third round 4-1 to set up a another tie against Prem opposition, with a visit to Southampton up next.
      The club’s statement also confirmed the appointment of Terry Connor as McCarthy’s assistant, with the pair previously linking up at Wolves, Ipswich and the Republic of Ireland. More

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      Tottenham ‘will consider Mauricio Pochettino ahead of ex-Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel’ if Antonio Conte leaves

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      TOTTENHAM will prioritise former boss Mauricio Pochettino over Thomas Tuchel if manager Antonio Conte leaves, reports suggest.Conte’s deal with Spurs runs out in June and his future remains up in the air as he has yet to show signs he will pen a new deal.
      Tottenham will prioritise Mauricio Pochettino over Thomas Tuchel if Antonio Conte leavesCredit: Reuters
      Former Chelsea boss Tuchel is among Tottenham’s candidatesCredit: AFP
      And the North Londoners have no option but to explore potential replacements.
      Thomas Tuchel is an obvious candidate as he is still a free agent after being sacked by Chelsea in September.
      According to CBS reporter Ben Jacobs, however, Tuchel is not the priority for the club’s hierarchy.
      In fact, Tottenham will consider other candidates including Pochettino ahead of the German tactician if they need a new manager.
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      Jacobs tweeted: “Told Thomas Tuchel is not Tottenham’s priority if Antonio Conte departs.
      “There will be other candidates, including Mauricio Pochettino, ahead of Tuchel for consideration should Conte exit.”
      Pochettino, who is also a free agent after leaving Paris Saint-Germain last year, earned plenty of recognition during his five-year stint at Tottenham.
      The Argentine head coach led Spurs to four top-four finishes in the Premier League.
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      The ex-PSG boss also took the North Londoners to the 2019 Champions League Final where they lost to Liverpool.
      But Pochettino was sacked just a few months after the final following a run of poor results. More

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      Aston Villa and Everton in Moussa Dembele transfer battle with Lyon’s outcast striker available on cut-price deal

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      ASTON VILLA and Everton are reportedly battling it out for the signature of Lyon’s Moussa Dembele. According to Foot Mercato the two Premier League sides are hoping they can attract the Frenchman after seeing him fall out of favour across the Channel.
      Moussa Dembele has made 159 appearances for Lyon, scoring 69 goals, but has found himself out of the team
      Dembele, 26, has only managed two goals in the Ligue 1 this season so far and has not been able to live up to his previous heights.
      The former Celtic man – who has long been linked with Manchester United – is available for a cut-price free with his contract set to expire in the summer.
      Everton are struggling for goals this season and have had long-standing injury issues with striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who himself has only scored once this season in the league.
      Dembele would offer a different attacking option for Frank Lampard’s side who are languishing in the relegation zone.
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      Meanwhile, Aston Villa are in talks to sell Danny Ings to West Ham for around £15million.
      Unai Emery’s side did secure the signing of Colombian teen Jhon Duran this week.
      But Dembele would represent a ready-made replacement for Ings as the Villans look to continue to progress under the former Villarreal boss.
      Villa are rumoured to prefer a free transfer for the Lyon forward in the summer when is contract expires, but may have to change their opinion in light of Everton’s interest.
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      Lyon are said to be open to allowing Dembele to move away from the club in a transfer.
      The 26-year-old had a loan spell with Atletico Madrid in 2021, but failed to impress, making only seven appearances and failing to score.
      Former Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette is currently the starting forward for Lyon, taking Dembele’s place, and has impressed on his return to the French outfit with 11 goals in 19 league appearances this season. More

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      Nottingham Forest line up double transfer swoop for Newcastle’s Chris Wood and Croatia World Cup hero Dominik Livakovic

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      NOTTINGHAM FOREST are looking to bring in both Chris Wood and Dominik Livakovic to reinforce injury-hit squad. Steve Cooper’s side are reportedly trying to make additions both upfront and in goal in their bid to push further away from the relegation zone.
      Chris Wood is yet to complete a full 90 minutes for Newcastle in the league this season
      Dominik Livakovic played every minute of every game for Croatia in the World Cup
      The Forest boss is currently without Taiwo Awoiniyi and Dean Henderson due to injury and is desperate to replace them to maintain their recent upsurge in form.
      The Athletic report that the club are close to sealing a loan move for Newcastle striker Wood who has fallen out of favour at St James’ Park behind Callum Wilson and Alexander Isak.
      The 31-year-old New Zealand international is said to be likely to join on an initial loan with an option for Forest to sign the forward permanently.
      Wood’s time at Newcastle has been short and uninspiring having managed just five goals in 39 appearances since a £25million move from Burnley a year ago.
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      Meanwhile Manchester United loanee Henderson picked up a thigh injury in the 2-0 victory over Leicester at the weekend and Forest fear it could keep him out for a while.
      Henderson’s switch from United expires in the summer and, with David De Gea yet to sign a new contract at Old Trafford, Forest may struggle to get him permanently.
      And, according to Germanijak, Dinamo Zagreb goalkeeper Livakovic is viewed as a perfect replacement.
      The Croatian international stunned with his performances in the World Cup and helped his country finish third in the tournament.
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      The 28-year-old is reportedly available for a transfer fee of around £8million and Forest are said to be leading the race for his signature.
      Back-up goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey is expected to start for Forest in their clash against Bournemouth at the weekend, who by contrast has a terrible World Cup after his red card against Iran. More

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      Ilkay Gundogan ‘AGREES to join Barcelona in free transfer at end of season’ after seven years at Man City

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      ILKAY GUNDOGAN is set to join Barcelona in the summer, reports claim.Reports in Spain say the 32-year-old will leave Manchester City when his contract expires at the end of the season.
      Ilkay Gundogan is set to join Barcelona at the end of the seasonCredit: Getty
      Gundogan has an agreement in place to join the LaLiga giants, according to Spanish outlet El Chiringuito.
      He has been free to talk to overseas clubs since January 1st as he is in the final six months of his contract.
      The German midfielder has played 278 games for Manchester City since joining from Borussia Dortmund in 2016.
      He was the first signing of the Pep Guardiola era.
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      But he is alleged to want a new challenge when his current deal comes to an end.
      Gundogan was elected as club captain for the current campaign by his City team-mates after Fernandinho left.
      He has won four Premier League titles, four League Cups and the FA Cup during his time at the Etihad.
      But, with his contract expiring, Gundogan has been linked with a move in recent weeks.
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      And cash-strapped Barcelona appear to have won the race for his signature.
      The club’s lack of finances means they have been targeting free transfers.
      Frank Kessie, Marcos Alonso, Hector Bellerin and Andreas Christensen all joined Barca for free last summer.
      Barca also looked at signing N’Golo Kante, another star who is out of contract at the end of the season, according to the Telegraph.
      But the Frenchman appears set to extend his deal with Chelsea, with the Spaniards now moving for Gundogan. More