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      Jordan Henderson tipped for emotional return to former club with Ajax future uncertain after title collapse

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      JORDAN HENDERSON could make a big return to the Premier League this summer.Henderson, 34, left English football in 2023 following 12 spectacular years at Liverpool that saw him win every major honour.Ajax star Jordan Henderson could be set for a big return to the Premier LeagueSunderland are keen to re-sign Henderson during the summer transfer windowHenderson spent 13 years at Sunderland before joining LiverpoolThe midfielder joined the group of elite names that made the leap to Saudi Arabia with the promise of a big payday.The England international reunited with fellow Anfield hero Steven Gerrard at Al-Ettifaq.However, Henderson’s stint in the Saudi Pro League barely lasted six months as he ripped up his £700,000-a-week deal with the Middle Eastern club.That led the versatile midfielder back to Europe as he signed with Ajax in January 2024.Read More on FootballThat in turn caused a career resurgence that saw him getting called back up to the England squad by new manager Thomas Tuchel.The Liverpool hero also helped Ajax return to the Champions League ahead of next season despite a spectacular title collapse that saw the Dutch giants losing the Eredivisie from their grasp to rivals PSV Eindhoven on the final day of the season.According to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, Henderson will decide his future this month with his current contract running out next year.The defensive midfielder has the option to trigger an additional year at Ajax but has received interest from the Premier League and Serie A. Most read in FootballAnd that could lead him to an emotional return to former club Sunderland.According to The Guardian, the newly-promoted Black Cats are believed to be still considering whether to try to re-sign Henderson this summer.The No6 started his career at the club’s academy back in 1998 aged just eight years old.After 10 impressive years within the youth ranks he earned a senior call-up and went on to amass a total of five goals and 10 assists in 79 appearances.Henderson’s impressive performances at the Stadium of Light led to interest from Liverpool, who signed him in 2011. More

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      Matheus Cunha given savage new nickname after Man Utd try to pay £62.5million transfer fee in five instalments

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      MANCHESTER UNITED target Matheus Cunha has been given a savage new nickname – and it is not even his fault.The Wolves star is subject to a transfer bid from the Red Devils.Matheus Cunha has been given a new nicknameCredit: Shutterstock EditorialHe has a buyout clause worth £62.5million which United are prepared to meet.However they have seen a bid knocked back after attempting to pay the fee in five instalments, with Wolves demanding it is paid in full by the end of the 2026-27 campaign.Wolves’ rejection of the deal structure has been made public knowledge and has been met with mockery by fans.One fan likened United’s approach to a consumer buying a product with online financial service company Klarna, which allows buyers to pay using instalments.READ MORE ON MAN UTDAs a result, one supporter came up with a clever nickname for Cunha: Matheus Klarna.Other fans found the joke highly amusing, with one responding: “Tweet of the day easily.”Another added: “Very clever 😀”And a third wrote: “Absolutely fantastic.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSCunha signed a new Wolves contract – which included the new release clause – in February after receiving interest from both Arsenal and United.But he has reportedly agreed a five-year deal to move to Old Trafford and will take Marcus Rashford’s No10 shirt.Rasmus Hojlund leaves Man Utd fans unimpressed in training video with AngrygingeCunha struck 17 goals and six assists in 36 outings this term.While Rashford is expected to leave United and his representatives have met with Barcelona over a permanent transfer. More

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      Marcus Rashford’s camp ‘meet with Barcelona’ over transfer from Man Utd – but another Prem star is their No1 target

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      MARCUS RASHFORD’S camp has met with Barcelona over a permanent transfer this summer, according to reportsThe Manchester United star looks destined to leave his boyhood club in the coming weeks and months after it was revealed that he will be available for £40million.Marcus Rashford’s team has met with Barcelona over a potential transfer away from Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyRashford spent the second half of the season on loan with Aston VillaCredit: RexRashford first spoke to Barcelona about a move in January, but ultimately landed on his loan switch to Aston Villa.According to Fabrizio Romano, a new set of talks have now taken place today over a permanent move.It’s claimed that Rashford is one of four options on the Catalan club’s shortlist for a summer arrival in attack.Spanish outlet Sport report that Barcelona’s number one target is Liverpool winger Luis Diaz.READ MORE ON MAN UTDHowever a deal for the Columbian could be more expensive and more difficult to complete than one for Rashford.It’s said that Rashford is “eager” to play for Barca, and SunSport revealed earlier this week that the 27-year-old is holding out for a Champions League team – something Barcelona would be able to offer.It’s likely that Rashford would have to take a significant pay cut to join Barcelona, who are unable to match his mammoth £350,000-per-week salary at Old Trafford.While they could try and strike up a deal that sees them sign Rashford on loan with an obligation or option to purchase given the expense of signing the star.Most read in FootballBarcelona would like to sign Luis Diaz from LiverpoolCredit: EPAJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordRashford scored four goals and registered five assists in 17 games during his loan spell with Aston Villa, ultimately earning a return to to the England national team.But with Rashford having the final say on his future, and the impact of Villa missing out on Champions League football, Unai Emery’s side will not be activating the buy-option they included in his loan deal.Inside Marcus Rashford’s demise from one of football’s biggest stars to £60m benchwarmerIt looks like Rashford is already being replaced after reports claimed that Wolves forward Matheus Cunha, who is on the brink of sealing a move to Man Utd, will wear the academy graduate’s No.10 shirt next season when his £62.5m switch is announced.United could lose another star player too as captain Bruno Fernandes has been given 72 hours to decide on his future at the Theatre of Dreams.According to the Mail Online, Fernandes has been given a “take it or leave it” offer by Saudi Arabian outfit Al-Hilal.The Riyadh club are said to be willing to QUADRUPLE Fernandes’ wages – offering him a tax-free pay packed of £700,000-PER-WEEK.The Portuguese playmaker opened the door for an exit after United’s Europa League heartbreak at the hands of Tottenham.He said: “If the club thinks it’s time to part ways because they want to do some cashing in, it is what it is.”United’s failure to qualify for Europe in any form for the first time since 2015 has left them in dire financial straits.Read More on The SunArgentine academy graduate Alejandro Garnacho has reportedly been told to find a new club in the summer.Garnacho, who was left out of the matchday squad alongside Andre Onana for the United’s final-day win over Villa, is one of many players that will be up for sale as United try and resolve their worrying financial situation.Bruno Fernandes could be on his way out of Man UtdCredit: Getty More

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      Newcastle ‘ready to make statement £100m-plus double transfer swoop’ for Marc Guehi and Bryan Mbeumo

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      NEWCASTLE are preparing a statement £100m double transfer swoop after qualifying for next season’s Champions League.The Toon are eyeing moves for Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi and Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo, reports claim.Newcastle are interested in Brentford winger Bryan MbeumoCredit: Shutterstock EditorialEddie Howe’s side previously pushed to sign Marc Guehi last summerCredit: ReutersThanks to Manchester United beating Aston Villa 2-0 on the final day, Newcastle have cash to spend after finishing in the top-five, despite defeat to Everton. And sporting director Paul Mitchell wants to get one final major deal done before he quits St James’ Park after 18 months in June.Newcastle tried and failed to sign Guehi last summer after a long pursuit, but have always remained interested in the England centre-back.And Palace could be tempted to cash-in now with Guehi, 24, entering the final year of his contract at Selhurst Park.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSNewcastle won’t pay the £65million asking price they were quoted 11 months ago, but hope a compromise can be reached, according to The Telegraph.Brentford’s Mbeumo, 25, is a top target for several clubs, including Premier League champions Liverpool, after an electrifying season.Howe has long been an admirer of the Cameroon international, who scored 20 GOALS and provided eight assists in the Prem this season.But Bees manager Thomas Frank won’t let Mbeumo go easily, with the West London club set to ask for between £50-£60million.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSMbeumo finished just three goals behind Newcastle No 9 Alexander Isak, who came second to Mo Salah in the Golden Boot race this season.A right-sided forward and a defender have been the two more pressing positions to fill for the last couple of years.Newcastle star Callum Wilson bravely opens up on moment he considered taking his own life as a childWhen asked about transfers last weekend, Howe stressed that Newcastle must move quickly.The 47-year-old, who led the club to their first trophy in 70 years, said: “Speed is key for us. I’ve reiterated that many times internally. “We have to be dynamic, we have to be ready to conclude things very, very quickly because good players don’t hang around for long.“That’s always been my thought and my message on recruitment because you can have a period where you think you’ve got time.“But then you can look around quickly and realise that that time has elapsed and you have missed opportunities that you won’t get again.“That’s what we’ll be trying, but obviously the reality of that is it’s not always in your hands. But we’ll be doing our best to do things early.”Newcastle gaffer Eddie Howe has urged the club to move quickly this summerCredit: Getty More

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      Liverpool ‘hold talks over Hugo Ekitike transfer’ as they join Chelsea in race for £84million striker

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      LIVERPOOL have entered the race to sign Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike, according to reports.The Reds are looking to add attacking reinforcements to their squad with rumours that Darwin Nunez could be swapping Merseyside for the Middle East this summer.Hugo Ekitike is being targeted by LiverpoolCredit: GettyAccording to Sky Germany, Frankfurt forward Ekitike is on the list of targets for Liverpool.It’s claimed that the newly crowned champions have already opened talks over a potential move with Arne Slot and exec Michael Edwards are both keen on the French youth international.It won’t be an easy deal to get over the line with Chelsea also thought to be in the running to sign the 22-year-old Bundesliga bagsman.Ekitike, who scored 15 goals and registered eight assists in the league this season, won’t come cheap.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt’s reported that Frankfurt CEO Markus Krosche is holding out for a fee of around £84MILLION for the club’s star man.Liverpool already splashed £64m on Darwin Nunez in the summer of 2022, but the Uruguayan has fallen out of favour at Anfield.Nunez managed just five league goals this season as Liverpool stormed to a 20th league title.Boss Slot rarely chose to use the former Benfica man from the off, starting him just eight times in the league all season.Most read in FootballDarwin Nunez could leave Liverpool this summerCredit: EPACASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAnd it looks as if Nunez’s time with Liverpool could be coming to a close.Rumours have suggested that clubs in Saudi Arabia are considering a move to bring the striker to the Saudi Pro League next season.Trent Alexander-Arnold breaks down in tears and kisses badge as he gets emotional send-off from Liverpool fansWhile La Liga giants Atletico Madrid have also been suggested as potential suitors.Business appears to be coming thick and fast for Liverpool, who already seem to be on the brink of several big transfers.Bayer Leverkusen wing-back Jeremie Frimpong touched down in the UK in a private jet yesterday to complete a £29.5m move to the Reds.While Leverkusen team-mate Florian Wirtz is also a target for Slot’s team, with the £126m-rated midfielder favouring a move to Liverpool over German giants Bayern Munich.And the business doesn’t stop there either, Bournemouth full-back Milos Kerkez is also looking likely to make the switch to Merseyside.Jeremie Frimpong is on the brink of sealing his transfer to LiverpoolCredit: GettyThe Bayer Leverkusen star touched down in the UK on a private jet yesterdayCredit: Sky Sports NewsLeverkusen team-mate Florian Wirtz also looks likely to make the switch to MerseysideCredit: GettyBournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez is another name linked with LiverpoolCredit: PA More

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      Tottenham ‘offered chance to sign ex-Man City star Leroy Sane with Bayern Munich star available on FREE transfer’

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      TOTTENHAM have been offered the chance to sign Leroy Sane on a free transfer, reports suggest.Sane, 29, is out of contract with Bayern Munich this summer after helping the club win the Bundesliga.Leroy Sane has been offered to Tottenham for free this summerCredit: GettyThe winger scored 13 goals in 45 games in all competitions this season.Tottenham’s Europa League triumph over Manchester United last week also secured them Champions League football for next season.This has made the north London club a more attractive destination for players this summer.And ex-Manchester City star Sane has been offered to Spurs for free, according to Sky Sports.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHaving joined the Bavarian outfit in 2020 from Man City, Sane will be a free agent when his contract expires at the end of June.Sane has also been linked with a transfer to London rivals Arsenal and Chelsea.German outlet BILD claim Sane asked his agent, Pini Zahavi, to speak to the three clubs over a potential move.Zahavi is said to be travelling to Munich for talks over his clients future this week.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKSane’s current salary sees him earn £8.3million base plus a £4.6m variable bonus.Bayern chiefs insist on not increasing that salary if Sane stays.Inside Tottenham’s wild Europa League open-top bus parade as 200,000 fans greet heroesAlthough the likes of sporting director, Max Eberl, are said to be happy to keep Sane on the books if he accepts the same or equivalent terms.One potential offer could see Sane’s base salary increased, with the variable being reduced accordingly.Turkish champions Galatasaray are also said to have tabled an offer of £8.3m a year to Sane.Bayern want his future resolved quickly with the new-look Club World Cup looming.Sane has played 220 games for the club since joining, scoring 61 goals and adding 55 assists.Spurs picked up former team-mate Mathys Tel on loan from the German club in January, although the 20-year-old managed just three goals in 20 appearances. More

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      Championship club to hold talks with Tottenham coach Ryan Mason to take over as manager after Tony Mowbray sacked

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      TOTTENHAM coach Ryan Mason is in talks to become the manager of Championship outfit West Brom, according to reports.Mason, 33, is said to be the No.1 target for the Baggies this summer.Ryan Mason is in talks to take over at West BromCredit: PAMason is part of Ange Postecoglou’s coaching staff at Spurs who were crowned Europa League championsCredit: ReutersWest Brom chiefs sacked previous boss Tony Mowbray in April.That decision came after a disastrous run of one win in four games at the end of the season saw them miss out on the play-offs, ultimately won by Sunderland.Mason has been a coach at Tottenham since 2018 after retiring with a serious head injury, initially starting out in the youth ranks before he moved into the senior side.The former midfielder has outlasted a number of big name bosses at the north London club, namely, Mauricio Pochettino, Jose Mourinho, Nuno Espirito Santo and Antonio Conte.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMason was also a key part of the backroom staff of current manager Ange Postecoglou, who guided Spurs to their first trophy in 17 years with the Europa League.According to The Telegraph, West Brom want their new boss in place well before pre-season and have held talks with several candidates over the position.However, the Hawthorns outfit were set to offer Mason the job after Spurs’ final game of the Premier League season against Brighton – which ended in a 4-1 defeat.Mason secured his Uefa Pro-licence two years ago and has been linked with managerial posts at Anderlecht and Swansea.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKBut his only experience as a top coach has come as an interim manager at Spurs, managing 13 games across two spells.West Brom are searching for their third boss since February 2024, which is when Florida-based businessman Shilen Patel took over the club.Inside Tottenham’s wild Europa League open-top bus parade as 200,000 fans greet heroesThe summer recruitment drive is being led by sporting director Andrew Nestor.West Brom made the play-offs by finishing fifth in the Championship last year under Carlos Corberan, though he left the club in December 2024 to join La Liga outfit Valencia.Mowbray was then appointed as his permanent successor for his second spell in charge of the team but lasted just three months.The club were last in the top flight in the 2020/21 season which came after they earned automatic promotion by finishing second in the Championship. More

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      Jamie Vardy tipped for shock Champions League move after leaving Leicester on free transfer

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      LEICESTER CITY legend Jamie Vardy has been tipped for a shock move to Newcastle.The 38-year-old announced last month that he would be leaving the King Power Stadium this summer.Jamie Vardy has been tipped to join NewcastleCredit: GettyHe said: “It’s something that I’ve thought about and spoken about with my family. I think it’s time. If you ask anyone, I’m not really an emotional guy.”Nothing like that ever comes across with me, but when you’ve been somewhere for so long, and it is time to say goodbye, you just never know what your personal reaction is going to be.”I’ve spent 13 unbelievable years at this club, with lots of success, and some downs, but the majority have all been highs.”It’s finally time to call it a day, which I’m devastated about it, but I think the timing it right.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLVardy made his final Leicester appearance on the penultimate day of the Premier League season at the King Power Stadium, 13 years to the day since he joined.It was his 500th outing in a Leicester shirt and he scored his 200th goal for the club in a 2-0 win over Ipswich Town.The striker will now become a free agent when his contract expires next month.And Newcastle journalist Dan Murphy believes he could be a great addition to the Magpies.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSClub chiefs are not expected to spend big this summer due to PSR constraints, so Vardy could be the ideal addition.Eddie Howe will also be keen to strengthen the depth of his squad now that they are set to compete in the Champions League next term.Emotional Leicester fans say ‘delete this’ as club share pics of Jamie Vardy packing his things into a cardboard boxVardy scored nine Prem goals and provided four assists for Leicester this season.Since announcing his departure from the club, the former England international has been linked with a move to Crystal Palace, Wolves and Wrexham.SunSport revealed last week that Valencia also want to sign him, with head coach Carlos Corberan a known admirer. More