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      Man Utd targeting shock loan transfer for Burnley ace Wout Weghorst to replace Cristiano Ronaldo and solve striker woes

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are considering a shock move for Burnley striker Wout Weghorst. The Dutch hitman, 30, is currently on loan at Turkish side Besiktas. 
      Manchester United are targeting Burnley’s Wout WeghorstCredit: Getty
      Wout Weghorst appeared to bid farewell to Besiktas, where he plays on loanCredit: Rex
      But that deal could be cut short to take him to Old Trafford. 
      Erik Ten Hag is in need of a striker following the termination of Cristiano Ronaldo’s contract. 
      A loan move for Atletico Madrid’s Joao Felix has been considered but United are refusing to meet the Spanish side’s asking price. 
      Atletico want a £13.5million loan fee, with Felix’s £6m wages also needing to be covered.
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      And Weghorst, who scored a stunning late equaliser against Argentina in the World Cup quarter-final, has emerged as an alternative. 
      The centre-forward has already amassed nine goals and four assists in 18 appearances across all competitions with Besiktas.
      One of those strikes came today against Kasimpasa – and was followed by a huge hint it could be his last.
      Weghorst was seen kissing the Besiktas badge before appearing to wave goodbye to fans, suggested a move to Old Trafford is very much on the cards.
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      The Netherlands international struggled for Burnley during the second half of last season.
      The ex-Wolfsburg star couldn’t save the Clarets from relegation but still registered two goals and three assists in 20 Premier League appearances.
      United boss Ten Hag needs a striker to boost his team’s top-four hopes.
      The Red Devils are currently fourth with the same points as third-placed Newcastle. More

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      Man Utd transfer blow as Barcelona president reveals Frenkie de Jong won’t be sold ALL YEAR despite Old Trafford links

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      BARCELONA president Joan Laporta insists Frenkie de Jong won’t be sold at ANY point this year.And that comes as bad news for Manchester United who had been hoping to finally seal a move for the midfielder this month or at the end of the season.
      Manchester United are long-term admirers of Frenkie de JongCredit: Rex
      United were heavily linked with the Dutchman last year and spent most of the summer trying to sign him.
      Barcelona were said to be open to letting De Jong leave in an attempt to cut down their wage bill.
      But he ended up staying in Spain and has worked his way back into Xavi’s plans after finding himself on the bench in the early weeks.
      De Jong, 25, recently revealed his desire to move to Old Trafford, according to a surprise report from Fichajes.
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      That could have led to the Red Devils reigniting their interest in the ex-Ajax man and opening up the possibility of a reunion with Erik ten Hag.
      But Laporta has insisted that Barcelona’s stance hasn’t changed and he’s not on the market.
      Whether that be this month or in the summer, he clearly stated at any point this year.
      Laporta said: “Frenkie de Jong is not for sale.
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      “He wasn’t for sale in the summer and he won’t leave this year.
      “De Jong is a very appealing footballer, we know that, but I insist he’s not for sale.” More

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      Crystal Palace ready to rival Everton for Danny Ings as Patrick Vieira eyes bargain transfer for Aston Villa striker

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      CRYSTAL PALACE are ready to fight Everton for Danny Ings’ signature.The Eagles are on alert as the striker has been left out of Aston Villa’s starting XI by boss Unai Emery for all three games since the World Cup.
      Danny Ings is wanted by Crystal Palace and EvertonCredit: Getty
      Palace chief Patrick Vieira would take 30-year-old Ings on loan or even try to land him for a bargain price if Villa give him any encouragement.
      And Ings could be interested if he is going to start in the side and play with some of Palace’s exciting youngsters.
      Everton tried and failed with a loan move for him but now could also try for a permanent deal.
      Ings has done well for the Villans this season despite a limited role, having scored six goals in 17 appearances.
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      He has only played a full 90 minutes for the Villa Park side on three occasions in the Premier League this season.
      Meanwhile, Palace will decide where 19-year-old winger Malcolm Ebiowei goes on loan shortly.
      Hull are set to see off QPR and are prepared to pay his wages in full.
      Liam Rosenior has been after Ebiowei since he took over at the Tigers and the club have backed their boss by matching Rangers’ offer.
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      And Vieira could let forward Jesurun Rak-Sakyi, 20, stay at Charlton if he remains in their side — with fellow League One outfit Barnsley also keen.
      Rak-Sakyi has done well at The Valley this season, scoring six goals and providing two assists in his 22 League One appearances. More

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      Arsenal transfer blow as Ismael Bennacer pens new four-and-a-half-year contract at AC Milan.. including release clause

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      AC MILAN have handed Arsenal a transfer blow after agreeing on a new long-term contract for Ismael Bennacer.The midfielder has been a transfer target for the Gunners as they look to add some more steel to their midfield to boost their unlikely Premier League title challenge.
      Arsenal transfer target Ismael Bennacer has signed a new contract at AC MilanCredit: Getty
      But the 25-year-old will sign the new contract in the next few days, according to Frabizio Romano.
      The transfer journalist has also suggested that the contract will continue to have the pre-existing £44million release clause.
      AC Milan did want to remove the clause but have agreed to keep it in his deal, it is believed only to be open for teams from abroad.
      Bennacer’s new contract at the San Siro will run until 2027.
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      The Gunners had thought that they would have been able to sign the Algerian on a cut-price deal due to his contract expiring in the summer of 2024.
      However, a move for their former youth player now seems unlikely unless the club are willing to pay his release clause.
      It has previously been said how Arsenal chiefs were left furious at their decision to sell Bennacer in 2017.
      He featured once for the Gunners first team during the 2015-16 season after his arrival from Arles.
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      Bennacer would have been a good player for the Gunners as he would have been able to compete with Granit Xhaka and Thomas Partey in the side.
      The midfielder was also linked to Premier League rivals Chelsea, but he will be much harder to get out of Italy now. More

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      Newcastle and Brighton leading transfer battle for Dundee United teen sensation who could cost just £400k

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      NEWCASTLE and Brighton are chasing Dundee United’s teenage star Rory MacLeod.The Scotland Under-17 striker, 16, is the latest hot property to be unearthed by the Premiership club.
      Brighton and Newcastle are interested in MacLeodCredit: Getty
      Dundee-born MacLeod has made three appearances for United so far this season.
      He became the club’s youngest player when he came off the bench in a win over Motherwell in February 2022.
      The Terrors may be willing to sell for about £400,000 plus add-ons as English interest continues to build.
      Newcastle boss Eddie Howe is eager to invest in some young talent to support the club’s long-term growth.
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      In October, he said: “The thing for us is we are trying to provide long-term growth. We have a longer-term vision.
      “For us, we have an ageing squad. We need to invest in more young players.
      “It’s a big part and we need to get the average (age) down.”
      Meanwhile, Brighton – who have developed players such as Ben White, Marc Cucurella, Yves Bissouma and Moises Caicedo – continue to seek young players to add to their already impressive youth setup.
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      The Seagulls are currently at risk of losing star man Caicedo, who has been linked with a move to both Chelsea and Liverpool.
      Caicedo, who joined Brighton for just £4.5million in early 2021, could leave the Amex Stadium for as much as £80m this month. More

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      Arsenal ‘join transfer race for £10m Giannis Konstantelias’ but 19-year-old Greek wonderkid also fancied by Man City

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      ARSENAL are reportedly interested in signing Giannis Konstantelias in a £10million transfer from PAOK.The Gunners currently sit at the top of the Premier League table, five points ahead of Manchester City.
      Arsenal have joined the race to sign KonstanteliasCredit: Getty
      Mikel Arteta is eager to add to his squad this month in the hope of continuing the club’s title charge.
      And according to the Evening Standard, Konstantelias has emerged as a transfer target.
      Arsenal sporting director Edu is expected to send scouts to watch the 19-year-old, who is valued at around £10m, in action for PAOK later this month.
      But, the Gunners face competition from Premier League rivals Manchester City, Wolves, Leeds and Crystal Palace in the transfer race.
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      Konstantelias joined the PAOK academy at the age of 10 and broke into the first team eight years later.
      He has since made 20 appearances for the Greek Super League team.
      The midfielder also represents Greece Under-21s, but he is expected to make his senior international debut during the Euro 2024 qualifiers in March.
      If Konstantelias does leave PAOK in a permanent transfer before deadline day, he will likely return to Greece on loan until the end of the season.
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      Arsenal are also pushing to sign Mykhailo Mudryk and Joao Felix.
      Mudryk has been linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium since last summer, but the Gunners face stiff competition from Chelsea for his signature.
      Meanwhile, Edu has scheduled further talks with Atletico Madrid over a proposed six-month loan deal for Felix. More

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      Man Utd transfer target Chris Rigg, 15, makes surprise debut as Sunderland score TWO added-time goals in FA Cup thriller

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      SUNDERLAND’S 15-year-old wonderkid Chris Rigg shone bright during his shock debut in the FA Cup thriller against Shrewsbury Town.Rigg has attracted a lot of interest from the Premier League following some standout performances at youth level.
      Chris Rigg made his Sunderland debut in the FA Cup against Shrewsbury TownCredit: Getty
      Sunderland wonderkid Chris Rigg has been linked with Manchester United and NewcastleCredit: Getty
      The midfielder has been targeted by Manchester United as well as Liverpool, Newcastle and Everton during the January transfer window.
      And the England Under-16 captain’s stock went even higher on Saturday as he came off the bench to help the Black Cats punch their ticket to the fourth round of the FA Cup.
      In doing so he became Sunderland’s youngest outfield player EVER.
      Sunderland beat Shrewsbury 2-1 in a dramatic encounter at Montgomery Waters Meadow.
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      Matthew Pennington opened the scoring for the hosts on 81 minutes, which is when Rigg came on and replaced Edouard Michut.
      It looked like Tony Mowbray’s side were out for the count but the teen sensation helped them do the unthinkable.
      Ross Stewart equalised in the second minute of stoppage time.
      Just when it looked like the two teams would have a replay at the Stadium of Light, Luke O’Nien hit the back of the net to seal a fantastic qualification only two minutes later.
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      Rigg came out looking better than ever, with many considering him the best of his age in the country.
      Newcastle remain strong favourites to sign the talented schoolboy from their fiercest rivals.
      But United are very keen to land one of England’s greatest prospects for the future. More

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      Corinthians want Philippe Coutinho transfer as chief confirms failed Cristiano Ronaldo bid due to £173m Al-Nassr offer

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      CORINTHIANS president Duilio Monteiro Alves has confirmed that the Brazilian club attempted to sign Cristiano Ronaldo before he made his record-breaking move to Al-Nassr.Ronaldo, 37, became the highest-paid sportsperson of all time when he signed a lucrative £173million-a-year contract with Al-Nassr last week.
      Ronaldo rejected Corinthians to join Al-NassrCredit: Getty
      Corinthians now want to sign CoutinhoCredit: PA
      Upon his arrival in the Middle East, the former Manchester United star confirmed that he had rejected numerous offers from Europe, the USA, Portugal and Brazil in favour of playing in the Saudi Pro League.
      And now it has emerged that one of the clubs he turned down was Corinthians.
      In an interview with Bandeirantes’ Donos da Bola, Alves revealed that even though Corinthians agreed to match Ronaldo’s Man Utd wages, Al-Nassr offered “20 times” the amount.
      He said: “We made an offer to Cristiano Ronaldo. A salary equal to what he earned at United, two-year deal with the help of sponsors.
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      “I know he also had proposals from Europe. But the proposal from Saudi Arabia was 20 times higher.
      “I spoke six, seven times with Jorge Mendes and, in the end, we sent a proposal through another person.”
      Since missing out on signing Ronaldo, Corinthians have registered an interest in signing Philippe Coutinho from Aston Villa.
      According to Spanish outlet Sport, the Brazilian side want to sign the former Barcelona star on loan, but it will be a “difficult deal”.
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      Corinthians chief Alves said: “The contact exists and the desire is there, but it is a very difficult deal.
      “We want the player on loan, but while the transfer window in Europe is open, everything is very difficult. It is still a very premature operation but we have to try.”
      Coutinho joined Aston Villa in a £17million transfer from Barcelona last year.
      He has made 16 appearances for the Lions so far this season, but he is yet to score or assist a goal. More