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    Man Utd face transfer battle with Bayern Munich after ‘making approaches’ to sign Monaco defender Axel Disasi

    MANCHESTER UNITED have made an approach to sign Axel Disasi from Monaco, according to reports.The Red Devils want to further strengthen their backline, with young defender Disasi fitting the bill.
    Axel Disasi has been linked with a Monaco exitCredit: AFP
    The 24-year-old was in action for France at the World Cup in Qatar, picking up a runners-up medal.
    Didier Deschamps opted to field him at right-back for Les Bleus, although Disasi is naturally a centre-half by trade.
    According to Telefoot, the Red Devils have launched an initial approach to sign Disasi from Monaco.
    Having lost Disasi’s centre-back partner Benoit Badiashile to Chelsea for £35million earlier this month, the Ligue 1 side will not want to lose a second defender on the cheap.
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    Monaco will reportedly demand north of £44m for Disasi’s signature.
    And United will face strong competition to complete a deal.
    Bayern Munich are also in the race, having made Disasi a “priority target”.
    The Bundesliga giants could look to partner him with French international team-mate Dayot Upamecano.
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    Man United, meanwhile, have already bolstered their back line since Erik ten Hag’s arrival.
    They shelled out £55m to sign Lisandro Martinez from Ajax.
    While they also spent £13m on Tyrell Malacia.
    Recruiting another defender could cast further doubt over skipper Harry Maguire’s Man United future.
    The Red Devils recently turned down a loan offer from West Ham for the England man.
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    Relegation-threatened Everton plot transfer for Chelsea ace Hakim Ziyech with boss Lampard under huge pressure

    RELEGATION-THREATENED Everton are keen on signing Chelsea star Hakim Ziyech, according to reports.The Toffees are sat joint-bottom of the Premier League after 20 games played.
    Everton are keen on Chelsea’s ZiyechCredit: Getty
    Lampard was the man behind Ziyech’s move to ChelseaCredit: Eddie Keogh Telegraph Media Group
    Frank Lampard’s men are on a nine-game streak without a win, with their latest defeat coming on Saturday against relegation rivals West Ham.
    And in a bid to boost Everton’s chances of survival, under pressure boss Lampard is plotting a reunion with Ziyech, the Daily Mail reports.
    Lampard signed Ziyech from Ajax while he was Chelsea boss.
    Ziyech hasn’t hit the heights expected at Stamford Bridge and is playing a bit-part role under Graham Potter this season.
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    The Morocco star, 29, has played 15 times this season across all competitions, registering just one assist.
    Everton would prefer a loan move for the tricky winger.
    However, it is unclear whether Ziyech would trade Champions League knockout football for a relegation scrap.
    Italian club Roma are also in talks with Ziyech about a move to Serie A, as SunSport exclusively revealed.
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    Ziyech played a full 90 minutes on Saturday against Liverpool.
    The draw has Potter’s men sat 10th in the Premier League table after 20 games played. More

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    Arsenal boost in Declan Rice transfer hunt with West Ham star keen to work with Mikel Arteta despite Chelsea link

    ARSENAL’S chances of signing Declan Rice have been boosted as the player is reportedly keen on the switch.The midfielder could leave West Ham in the summer in search of Champions League football.
    Declan Rice is said to be keen on working with Mikel ArtetaCredit: Getty
    There is no shortage of interest in Rice with Chelsea and Manchester United believed to be long-term suitors.
    But Arsenal may be the frontrunner to land the England star as Rice is keen to work with Mikel Arteta, report The Guardian.
    The Gunners boss has reportedly even started planning for where the West Ham captain would fit into his team.
    West Ham could demand around £100million to let Rice leave.
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    But Arsenal are said to be saving for the summer after missing out on Mykailo Mudryk and signing £27m Leandro Trossard instead.
    Rice is Arsenal’s top transfer target and the league leaders are prepared to spend £80m to lure him across London.
    The 24-year-old is out of contract in 2024 and has rejected three offers of a new deal from the Hammers.
    United were tempted to move for Rice last summer.
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    However, they were put off the East London club’s £150m asking price and opted for Casemiro from Real Madrid.
    But they could try to sign him again next summer amid interest from Chelsea. More

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    Chelsea star Hakim Ziyech in talks over Roma transfer with winger keen to link up with Jose Mourinho in Serie A

    HAKIM ZIYECH could be the first victim of Chelsea’s January transfer spree by joining Roma.The winger has been targeted by the Italians as he finds himself squeezed out at Stamford Bridge.
    Hakim Ziyech could be set to leave ChelseaCredit: Getty
    Talks are underway with Roma boss Jose Mourinho keen to sign the Moroccan World Cup star.
    Ziyech has found himself back in the first team at Chelsea in recent weeks but fears for his long term future.
    He struggled for a place in boss Graham Potter’s side before the World Cup in November and is only getting game time due to injuries and new arrivals.
    Chelsea have Raheem Sterling and Christian Pulisic on their injury list and have just signed £88m wideman Mykhailo Mudryk.

    Ziyech had fancied a move to Barcelona but would be keen to move to Serie A to play under Mourinho if it means more game time.
    He joined Chelsea from Ajax for around £35m in 2020.
    The left-footed ace has since made 98 appearances, scoring 14 times and laying on 11 assists.
    Prior to the World Cup he started just one Prem match this term, while Thomas Tuchel was still at the helm.
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    But recent injuries have brought him back into contention – being selected to start three of his side’s last four.
    These outings included yesterday’s 0-0 draw with Liverpool, during which he was unable to conjure a goal.
    Chelsea have so far splashed £186.5m on permanent signings this month, as well as a further £10m loan fee on Joao Felix. More

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    Man Utd, Liverpool and Co in huge Jude Bellingham transfer boost with England star set to turn down MEGA Dortmund deal

    JUDE BELLINGHAM is expected to turn down a double-your-money new deal when he meets Borussia Dortmund bosses this week.And that will officially kickstart the £100million-plus auction for the 19-year-old England midfielder, who is wanted by Liverpool, Real Madrid and both Manchester clubs.
    Jude Bellingham is set to reject a new deal at Borussia DortmundCredit: Getty
    Dortmund have a sit down planned with Bellingham over the next couple of days and want a swift answer on his plans.
    It is understood the Bundesliga outfit are prepared to make him the highest-paid player at the club, on around £180,000 a week, for a further five years.
    Yet Dortmund are equally aware Bellingham wants to test himself at a higher level, following his eye-catching performances at the World Cup.
    SunSport revealed this month that would-be buyers have been told they must pay 75 per cent of any total fee up front — with his former club Birmingham also due a cut.
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    They are happy not to stand in Bellingham’s way if he does insist he wants to go, as long as he gives them an answer which gives them time to line up a replacement.
    Bellingham can expect to receive offers of around £300,000-a-week wages but the grounded teenager has always insisted will put his football progression before finances.
    That has raised hopes at Anfield that he will join them, with reports his father Mark has been talking to Jurgen Klopp’s side.
    The Merseysiders know they will be blown out of the water if it does come down to a bidding war.
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    Meanwhile, Dortmund forward Youssoufa Moukoko signed a two-year contract extension with the club to 2026 yesterday after a long negotiation for the teenager to remain.
    The 18-year-old, who became Germany’s youngest World Cup player when he featured at the tournament in Qatar in November, has long been a target for several major European clubs.
    Moukoko enjoyed a strong first half to the season that led to his Germany call-up, having scored six Bundesliga goals and set up another three.
    Dortmund sports director Sebastian Kehl said: “Youssoufa is an exceptional player we have trained and in who we still see great development potential.”
    Moukoko, who has been at Dortmund since the age of 12, is considered among the most-gifted forwards of his generation, having become the youngest  Bundesliga scorer at 16.
    He said: “It is no secret that I feel well at Dortmund.
    “I played youth football here, took my first steps in professional football and now I am ready to take the next step in my development together with the club.” More

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    Liverpool teen Calvin Ramsay wanted by Watford and Swansea in loan transfer with star wanting first-team experience

    LIVERPOOL teenage defender Calvin Ramsay is a loan target for Championship pair Watford and Swansea.The right-back, 18, has already made his Reds debut after signing from Aberdeen last summer.
    Liverpool are reluctant to let Calvin Ramsay leave on loanCredit: Getty
    And he has done enough to catch the eye of Hornets boss Slaven Bilic and Swans chief Russell Martin.
    Both sides are chasing promotion and believe the one-cap Scotland defender could help them.
    Liverpool are reluctant to let Ramsay out even though he is still in the shadow of Trent Alexander-Arnold and his chances of a start will be slim this season.
    Reds boss Jurgen Klopp has huge faith in the starlet they signed ahead of many rivals and is happy for him to stay put.
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    A heavy schedule of Premier League and cup games in the run-in also means he could be called upon but the Championship rivals are ready to pounce if he becomes available.
    Liverpool are also in talks to extend Roberto Firmino’s contract with the Brazilian in the last six months of his deal.
    It would only be a short-term extension, but Firmino is happy to stay at the club.
    Meanwhile, club legend Steven Gerrard pleaded with Liverpool to sign Jude Bellingham ahead of the draw against Chelsea.
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    He said: “All he needs to do is send his diary to me when he’s got a free day.
    “I’ll fly to Dortmund personally, take him out for a nice dinner, and we’ll talk about it!
    “On the back of the World Cup, what he’s doing out in Dortmund. I’m a huge fan of him anyway. The way he comes across, the way he speaks about the game. Every time I’ve watched him he impresses me.” More

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    Middlesbrough boss Michael Carrick wants to snap up Leeds star Charlie Cresswell in £4m transfer amid Millwall loan

    MICHAEL CARRICK is keen to snap up Leeds centre-half Charlie Cresswell to boost Middlesbrough’s promotion push.Boro would break Cresswell’s loan at Millwall to buy him if the Elland Road club allow it.
    Middlesbrough want to sign Leeds defender Charlie CresswellCredit: Getty
    A fee of around £4million plus extras could work for both.
    Cresswell, 20, has been left out of the Lions side lately but has made 16 Championship appearances this season.
    Boro see him as a long-term investment while Sunderland would take him on loan.
    Cresswell has attracted interest from a variety of clubs in his short career.
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    Manchester United and Liverpool showed an interest in the defender after he broke into the Leeds first-team last season.
    Cresswell played seven times for Leeds in 2021-22 before dislocating his shoulder.
    Norwich were reported to be keeping tabs on the youngster a few weeks ago as they chase promotion to the Premier League.
    Leeds boss Jesse Marsch is a fan of Cresswell and wants him to get games under his belt.
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    Marsch said: “Personality [he] is not afraid of anything. Even the first session we had he was the loudest player on the pitch.
    “[He] does not shy away. He needs to play.” More

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    Chelsea and Newcastle in transfer blow as Youssoufa Moukoko signs new three-year deal at Borussia Dortmund

    CHELSEA transfer target Youssoufa Moukoko has signed a new contract with Borussia Dortmund.The German striker was attracting interest from several clubs across Europe as his deal was set to expire in the summer.
    Youssoufa Moukoko has signed a three-year dealCredit: AP
    But Dortmund were keen to extend his stay and held talks with the player and his representatives this month.
    Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl revealed he wanted a final answer from Moukoko before Sunday’s game against Augsburg.
    And he got it as the 18-year-old signed a three-year contract.
    It is believed the youngster has agreed a salary of £100,000 a week and he was delighted to put pen to paper.
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    He said: “It’s no secret that I feel good at BVB. I played in the youth teams, took my first steps in professional football here and now I’m ready to take the next step in my development together with the club.
    “I feel the trust of the coaching staff and I have an environment here in which I can develop perfectly.
    “Of course I was honored by the interest of other clubs, but ultimately it’s a heart decision. The fans have always supported me and I want to give something back to them and the club.”
    There was significant interest Moukoko from the likes of Chelsea and Newcastle.
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    And he could have reportedly pocketed around £170k a week and a massive signing on fee of £26m if he had joined one of those two clubs.
    The Blues were said to have held talks with Moukoko’s agents over a potential transfer this month, but he decided to stay at Dortmund. More