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    Chelsea in Marquinhos transfer blow with Brazilian defender set to sign new long-term deal at PSG this month

    CHELSEA have reportedly suffered a transfer blow with Marquinhos set to sign a new contract with Paris Saint-Germain.The 28-year-old Brazil defender has been at Parc des Princes since moving from Roma in 2013.
    Marquinhos is set to sign a new long-term contract at PSGCredit: Getty
    However, he has been linked with numerous transfers over the past few years.
    Chelsea failed with a £72million bid for the star in 2021.
    Some reports claim they still hold an interest in the South American.
    But it now seems those hopes of snapping him up could be over despite him entering the final 18 months of his current Paris deal.
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    PSG’s former sporting director Leonardo started talks over an extension last term.
    His successor Luis Campos is now continuing those negotiations and Marquinhos has now provided an update.
    Speaking to the French media about his future following PSG’s shock 3-1 defeat by Lens in Ligue 1, Campos said: “Talks are progressing well.”
    According to Le Parisien, the only stumbling block now is with regards to the length of Marquinhos’ contract, most notably whether it will run until 2026 or 2027.
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    He is still reeling from missing the vital penalty in Brazil’s crushing World Cup quarter-final shootout defeat by Croatia last month.
    Discussing that agony, Marquinhos added: “Our life as a footballer is like that. There are many emotions, beautiful and less beautiful.
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    “Since I was eight, I’ve known how it goes. Experience gives you even more intelligence to handle moments like this.
    “It was a really tough World Cup. The two or three days after the elimination were complicated.
    “With time, with work and family support, everything passes. Today I feel better and better and I try to find my form as soon as possible.
    “It’s on the pitch that we feel the best, playing and winning.” More

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    Arsenal recall Miguel Azeez from UD Ibiza loan after just ten games after Mikel Arteta’s transfer plea

    ARSENAL have bolstered their ranks by recalling Miguel Azeez from his loan at UD Ibiza after Mikel Arteta’s transfer plea.The Gunners were left frustrated on Tuesday after they were held to a goalless draw by Newcastle United at The Emirates.
    Arsenal have recalled Miguel Azeez from his loan spell in SpainCredit: Getty
    That stretched their advantage at the top of the table to eight points – but rivals Manchester City can close the gap to five with a win over Chelsea tomorrow.
    With striker Gabriel Jesus ruled out through injury, Arteta is desperate to bring in reinforcements during the January transfer window.
    And his lack of options were evident last night as he decided to make just one substitute during the game, which was right-back Takehiro Tomiyasu replacing Ben White.
    Now he could have one extra option to call on after Arsenal decided to bring back England U20s international midfielder Azeez.
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    The 20-year-old, who also had a brief spell at League One Portsmouth last year, was sent out to Spanish second tier outfit UD Ibiza for further first-team experience.
    However, he has featured just ten times for the club, with just two of those coming in the last nine games.
    Whether or not Arteta decides to keep him around for extra options remains to be seen as he continues to be linked with new signings.
    Shakhtar Donetsk winger Mykhailo Mudryk has emerged as the Gunners’ No1 January target.
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    However, we reported earlier how the Ukrainian club are set to reject Arsenal’s improved £62million bid for 21-year-old amid Chelsea’s late interest.
    Arteta was quizzed about his squad’s depth following yesterday’s stalemate and whether if it would have helped having a new signing in his ranks.
    He replied: “I don’t know. That’s something more for Edu and the board to respond. “We are really trying to improve the squad in every window.
    “We’re trying to do our best because we cannot waste any windows still with the squad and the numbers that we have. We will try.” More

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    Five Man Utd stars at risk of January transfer exit with £254m worth of players including Sancho and Maguire

    MANCHESTER UNITED are at risk of losing five players in January, including Jadon Sancho and Harry Maguire. If the quintuple all depart Old Trafford it would see the club sell players brought for a combined total of £254million.
    Jadon Sancho could leave Man Utd this monthCredit: Getty
    Harry Maguire has also been linked with a transfer awayCredit: EPA
    The club reportedly do not have much money to spend this month due to a large summer outlay so could be forced to sell before acquiring any pricey players they want.
    Here are five Red Devils stars that could leave.
    Jadon Sancho
    Sancho has returned to Man Utd training after a spell practicing alone in Holland.
    Manager Erik ten Hag became worried over the player’s physical and mental readiness.
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    He did not join Man Utd’s warm-weather camp in Spain during the World Cup and despite him being back at Carrington, he is supposedly still training alone.
    The ex-Borussia Dortmund star is clearly struggling following his £73million move in the summer of 2021.
    Since his arrival, Sancho has netted just eight goals in 52 appearances.
    He was part of Ten Hag’s plans at the beginning of the season but it now feels like a long way back for him to regain a place in the starting XI.
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    Especially with Alejandro Garnacho being promoted to the first-team and impressing.
    Sancho could benefit from a move away from Man Utd to rediscover all the talent he showed in the Bundesliga.
    Harry Maguire
    Maguire may have started Man Utd’s last game, the win over Bournemouth, but he is no longer part of the first choice centre-back pairing.
    Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez are Ten Hag’s go to guys at the back and the £80million England star is left on the bench regularly.
    The club captain lost his first-team spot just two games into the season after defeats versus Brighton and Brentford.
    He has gone on to feature 12 times in all competitions for United this campaign and he impressed at the World Cup in Qatar.
    However, the 29-year-old may not be satisfied with sitting on the bench and he has been linked with a move away.
    Club legend Rio Ferdinand has urged him to leave and Maguire has rumoured suitors in Tottenham, Newcastle, West Ham and Aston Villa.
    Aaron Wan-Bissaka
    Aaron Wan-Bissaka joined the club from Crystal Palace in 2019 for a fee of £45million, with £5million in add-ons.
    Despite the plan to make the 25-year-old United’s long-term right-back, his days at Old Trafford seem numbered.
    Aaron Wan-Bissaka could reportedly sell him back to Crystal PalaceCredit: AFP
    Ten Hag prefers Diogo Dalot in defence and Wan-Bissaka has featured just five times this season.
    He was close to departing in the summer but the club could not sign a replacement, so he stayed.
    His contract runs out in 18 months, although there is a one-year extension option.
    A return to Crystal Palace is on the table, as is a reported potential loan transfer to West Ham.
    Scott McTominay
    Scott McTominay has been at Manchester United since the age of five, but there is a chance he could leave in January.
    The Scottish star has lost his place in the starting XI due to the arrival of Casemiro.
    Scott McTominay could potentially leave Old TraffordCredit: EPA
    The Brazilian has been fantastic partnering Christian Eriksen in midfield and Fred can also provide back-up for them.
    Man Utd have been linked with the likes of Frenkie de Jong and Enzo Fernandez in recent months.
    For the club to be able to afford and have space for those possible signings, McTominay could have to make way.
    Anthony Martial
    Anthony Martial is enjoying a spell in the side, playing as the No.9 after Cristiano Ronaldo’s acrimonious exit.
    United are in the market for a new out-and-out striker despite the Frenchman’s positive run of form.
    Man Utd may reportedly let Anthony Martial go to raise funds for a new strikerCredit: AP
    Man Utd have a tough run of games
    Goncalo Ramos, Joao Felix and Memphis Depay have been rumoured to be on Ten Hag’s shortlist.
    With little budget for this month’s window, United are eyeing loan deals.
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    However, if they sign someone permanently then they could raise funds using Martial.
    The 27-year-old joined Man Utd in 2015 from Monaco for a fee of £36million and since then he has met £15.4million worth of add-ons for goals scored and France national team caps won. More

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    Brentford sign Freiburg striker Kevin Schade on loan with club-record £22m permanent transfer obligation

    BRENTFORD have completed the signing of Freiburg striker Kevin Schade on an initial loan deal.The 21-year-old will join the club on loan until the end of the season before signing a five-year deal in the summer.
    Schade has joined Brentford on loan until the end of the seasonCredit: Getty
    Brentford are expected to make the loan permanent in the summerCredit: BRENTFORD
    He is set to become the club’s most expensive player with a £22million transfer fee already in place.
    When speaking about the transfer, manager Thomas Frank told Brentford media: “I think Kevin is a typical Brentford signing. He is a young, promising talent that we see a big potential in.
    “We have been following him for a while and we think he will suit our style of play.
    “He can play anywhere across our front three positions. He could play for us on either wing or as the central striker.
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    “He has great pace and is very promising in the way he runs behind defences.
    “He is very good aerially, in both boxes, and can develop even more to be a real threat as an offensive option with his head.
    “We like the way he presses when the team do not have the ball. He is willing to work very hard for his team.
    “We see him as a player that could have a big potential to be a fine goal scorer and it is great to have him at Brentford. Our coaching staff are looking forward to working with him.”
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    Schade made his Freiburg debut in August 2021 and has since scored six goals in 36 appearances for the club.
    He can play both on the right wing and as a striker so he will provide competition for star man Ivan Toney when he arrives in west London. More

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    Arsenal’s second £62m Mudryk transfer bid ‘to be rejected’ amid Chelsea interest as Shakhtar point to Jack Grealish fee

    SHAKHTAR DONETSK are set to reject Arsenal’s improved £62million bid for Mykhailo Mudryk, according to reports.The Ukrainian has emerged as the Gunners’ No1 January target.
    Shakhtar are demanding a huge fee for Mykhailo Mudryk this monthCredit: Getty
    Arsenal launched a £52m opening bid for the winger, which was promptly rejected.
    And according to the Mail, their follow up £62m offer will also be turned down.
    Shakthar value their prized asset at around £88m.
    And Chelsea entering the race has only strengthened their bargaining position.
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    The Blues are yet to make an official bid for Mudryk, but are set to open talks for his signature this week.
    Shakhtar chief Darijo Srna is in London and is expected to attend Chelsea’s clash with Manchester City tomorrow.
    A bid of £60m plus £20m in add-ons could be enough for the Blues to beat Arsenal to signing Mudryk.
    Shakhtar believe an offer in this region to be a fair price, given the fees paid for Jack Grealish (£100m) and Antony (£85.5m) in recent seasons.
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    Mudryk has made no secret of his desire to join the Gunners – openly admitting his admiration for the club and posting photos watching their recent matches.
    Should the Gunners fail to stump up the cash, however, he could find himself heading to West London instead.
    Shakhtar CEO Sergei Palkin is claimed to be in contact with both Arsenal and Chelsea as he aims to get the biggest fee possible.
    Chelsea are also keen on Argentine World Cup winner Enzo Fernandez.
    But Benfica’s eye-watering £112m price tag could prevent the Blues from signing both he and Mudryk. More

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    Todd Boehly is on track to spend £520MILLION on transfers in just seven months at Chelsea with five-player January spree

    TODD BOEHLY is on track to spend over £520million on transfers in just seven months at Chelsea.That’s by splurging on FIVE new players in the January window.
    Todd Boehly could sign five more players this month to take his spending up to £520mCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
    Fans feared the days of heavy spending at Stamford Bridge were over after Roman Abramovich sold up last year.
    But American businessman Boehly showed he’s ready to invest by spending £270m on signings last summer.
    Wesley Fofana, Marc Cucurella, Raheem Sterling, Kalidou Koulibaly and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang arrived to boost Chelsea’s first-team squad.
    And there were plenty of signings to strengthen the youth sides too, with Carney Chukwuemeka and Cesare Casadei arriving for sizeable fees.
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    But Boehly’s spending spree is set to continue into winter with at least five more players.
    Here, SunSport’s Anthony Chapman takes a look at the aces being tipped for a Stamford Bridge switch…
    ENZO FERNANDEZ – £112m
    Chelsea emerged as favourites to sign the Benfica midfielder after he helped Argentina to World Cup glory.
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    Chelsea are ready to pay in three instalments for potential record signing Enzo FernandezCredit: Getty
    The tournament’s Best Young Player has a whopping £105m release clause, forcing most teams to abandon their pursuit.
    But Chelsea are ready to pay a bit more money in THREE instalments to secure a deal AND beat Financial Fair Play restrictions.
    Should a deal fail to materialise, Chelsea are also thought to be interested in Alexis Mac Allister – although Brighton have made it clear they have no intention of selling.
    Borussia Dortmund’s Jude Bellingham and West Ham captain Declan Rice are also on Chelsea’s list, but any move will have to wait until the summer.
    The Blues are keen on hijacking Arsenal’s dela for Mykhailo MudrykCredit: PA
    MYKHAILO MUDRYK – £88m
    Ukrainian ace is the latest superstar to interest Boehly, despite widely being tipped to join Arsenal.
    Chelsea are now targeting the Shakhtar Donetsk star despite previously being linked with AC Milan’s Rafael Leao.
    And Chelsea’s willingness to meet Shakhtar’s £88m asking price – albeit in instalments – could give them the edge over the Gunners.
    Benoit Badiashile is set to bolster Graham Potter’s defenceCredit: Getty
    BENOIT BADIASHILE – £35m
    Chelsea’s defence has not looked the same since Antonio Rudiger left on a free transfer to Real Madrid.
    But Monaco star Badiashile is the ideal man to fix Graham Potter’s backline.
    The left-footer is already a seasoned operator at 21 and for £35m could be a real bargain for the Blues.
    David Datro Fofana has already complete his Stamford Bridge switchCredit: Getty
    DAVID DATRO FOFANA – £10m
    Already being hailed as the new Didier Drogba, Ivory Coast striker Fofana is the first signing Chelsea have made this month.
    He was a target for Potter at Brighton but now incredibly finds himself at one of the world’s biggest clubs.
    Whether Fofana plays a role this term remains to be seen, but he comes at a snip and is sure to have an impact in the future.
    Joao Felix could be set for a stunning loan to EnglandCredit: Getty
    JOAO FELIX – £10m
    What may seem like a mind-boggling bargain for an elite-level player is actually just what it will cost to take Felix on loan for five months.
    Atletico Madrid are ready to lose the player until the summer in the hope that he rediscovers his old form.
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    And Chelsea are reportedly in the mix to bring Felix to the Premier League on a short-term deal.
    But Arsenal and Man Utd could yet scupper the Blues’ hopes. More

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    Chelsea set to hold advanced Mudryk transfer talks with Shakhtar chief to fly to London for Man City clash

    CHELSEA are set to hold advanced talks with Shakhtar Donetsk’s chief this week over the transfer of Mykhaylo Mudryk, according to reports.SunSport exclusively revealed yesterday that the Blues are attempting to hijack the 21-year-old Ukrainian winger’s expected transfer to Arsenal.
    Chelsea want to hijack Mykhailo Mudryk’s transfer to ArsenalCredit: Reuters
    Arsenal’s latest bid of £62million is still well short of Shakhtar’s asking price.
    And Chelsea will hope to pounce with negotiations set to take place this week.
    As reported by Fabrizio Romano, Shakhtar Donetsk club director Darijo Srna will be in London and is expected to attend Chelsea’s home clash with Manchester City tomorrow.
    It is thought the two clubs will discuss a possible deal for Mudryk in the next 24 hours after already holding initial talks.
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    Should Chelsea meet Shakhtar’s asking price – around £60m with a further £20m in add-ons – and beat Arsenal’s contract offer, they could land the exciting youngster.
    Arsenal have already agreed personal terms with Mudryk for £120,000 per week across five years.
    Mudryk has made no secret of his desire to join the Gunners – openly admitting his admiration for the club and posting photos watching their recent matches.
    But with Srna in London, Arsenal will hope to continue talks and land their No1 target this month.
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    Chelsea are also interested in Enzo Fernandez from Benfica.
    But with the Argentine likely to cost at least £105m, it is unlikely even Todd Boehly will sanction mega-money moves for both stars. More

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    Premier League done deals: Every completed transfer this January

    THE January transfer window always proves to be a chaotic occasion for all the clubs involved and the 2023 edition is no different.Premier League clubs have already been active in the transfer window and there is sure to be plenty more movement.
    Leeds United’s new signing Max WoberCredit: Twitter @LeedsUnitedYEP
    With the season taking a break when the 2022 World Cup was on, head coaches in the Premier League had the opportunity to turn their focus onto the January window.
    SunSport have all the information on the clubs involved in transfers so far in the Premier League.
    Arsenal
    The Gunners are yet to make a signing or see any players depart but they have been heavily linked with Mykhalo Mudryk.
    Furthermore, Cedric Soares looks set for a departure as Fulham remain interested.
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    Aston Villa
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    Aaron Ramsey – Loan recall
    Brentford
    In
    Byron Wilson – Coventry
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    Conor McManus – Bray Wanderers
    Beaux Booth – Dorking
    Fin Stevens – Loan recall
    Mads Bech – Loan recall
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    Chelsea
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    David Datro Fofana – Molde
    Crystal Palace
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    Killian Phillips – Shrewsbury – Loan
    Everton
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    Ellis Simms – Loan recall
    Out
    Salomon Rondon – Released
    Leeds United
    In
    Max Wober – RB Salzburg
    Liverpool
    In
    Cody Gakpo – PSV
    Manchester United
    Out
    Martin Dubravka – Loan recall
    Newcastle United
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    Amadou Diallo – Free
    Garang Kuol – Central Coast Mariers
    Martin Dubravka – Loan recall
    Nottingham Forest
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    Gustavo Scarpa – Palmeiras
    Out
    Loic Bade – Loan recall
    West Ham
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    Luizao – Sao Paulo
    Wolves
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    Matheus Cunha – Atletico Madrid – Loan
    Joe Young – Dartford
    Louie Moulden – Solihull Moors
    Theo Corbeanu – Blackpool
    Christian Marques – Forest Green Rovers
    Lewis Richards – Harrogate Town
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    Leo Bonatini – Released More