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      Man Utd ‘confident’ Alejandro Garnacho will sign new deal ‘very soon’ amid Real Madrid and Juventus transfer interest

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are allegedly “confident” that Alejandro Garnacho will sign a contract extension “very soon” despite interest from Europe’s big guns.The 18-year-old Argentine winger has been enjoying a breakout season at Old Trafford with two goals and five assists in 16 appearances across all competitions.
      Man Utd are closing in on securing the long-term future of Alejandro GarnachoCredit: Getty
      Garnacho is currently believed to be on around £7,000 per week.
      That makes him the second lowest paid senior player at the club with only Anthony Elanga below him on £5,500-a-week.
      We reported this week that he had snubbed a new deal worth £20,000-a-week.
      That led to both Juventus and Real Madrid stepping up their pursuit of the teenage ace.
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      Atletico Madrid are also keen on snapping up Garnacho from the Red Devils.
      We then reported how United had upped their offer and were “close to” agreeing terms with him and his representatives as they looked to secure his future.
      Now a fresh update from FootballTransfers states that Garnacho is on the verge of penning a package worth north of £30,000 per week.
      That would be on a six-and-a-half year deal with the option of a further 12 months which includes bonuses for goals and other performance-related feats.
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      And transfer guru Fabrizio Romano told GiveMeSport: “Now, the conversations are very positive, so Manchester United are relaxed on the Garnacho situation.
      “They feel they will have the chance to extend his contract very, very soon.”
      Garnacho was a product of Atletico’s youth system after arriving from Getafe in 2015 and playing for the academy set-up until two and a half years ago.
      They let him join United for £420,000 fee in 2020 and he has since risen through the ranks into Erik ten Hag’s first-team squad. More

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      Chelsea and Newcastle transfer blow as ‘Youssoufa Moukoko ends Dortmund contract stand-off by signing three-year deal’

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      CHELSEA and Newcastle target Youssoufa Moukoko has decided to sign a new contract at Borussia Dortmund, according to reports.The wonderkid striker’s current deal is set to expire at the end of this season.
      Youssoufa Moukoko has decided to stay at Borussia DortmundCredit: Getty
      Moukoko and BVB have been in a stand-off, with the 18-year-old receiving plenty of interest from the Prem.
      But according to Bild, he has opted to pen a three-year extension with Dortmund.
      They add that the deal will see him pocket around £100,000 a week.
      Moukoko could have earned far more had he moved to England.
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      It’s claimed that, had he run down his contract at Dortmund, he could have pocketed around £170k a week with Chelsea or Newcastle.
      And reports even add that he could have been awarded an eye-watering signing on fee worth north of £26million.
      Ultimately, Moukoko and his team decided that his development would be best served by staying at Dortmund.
      He has made 14 Bundesliga appearances this season, scoring six times in the German top flight.
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      The 5ft 10in forward has also gained Champions League experience with BVB.
      His form during the opening months of this season earned him a place in Germany’s 26-man World Cup squad.
      And he was recently warned against moving by German legend Lothar Matthaus.
      He told Sky in Germany: “If Moukoko is all about the money, I might recommend him to join Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia.
      “But if he wants to further expand his still young and very promising career and wants to become a great footballer, then there is no better place for him to start than with Borussia Dortmund.
      “There’s nothing he can’t get there. Fantastic fans, a healthy club, bosses and coaches who trust him and certainly a decent salary.
      I think it would be a mistake if he left BVBLothar Matthaus
      “What does he want after a few good months in the Bundesliga at Chelsea, Newcastle or anywhere else abroad at the age of 18?
      “The competition is tough there. The clubs, fans and everyone else won’t have nearly as much patience or attention for him.
      “If he doesn’t score in three games there, he’s on the bench. The competition is huge and the country and people are strange at first.
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      “I think it would be a mistake if he left BVB for the money now.”
      Dortmund have lost wonderkids Erling Haaland and Jadon Sancho in recent summers, while Jude Bellingham is being heavily linked with an exit.
      Dortmund have lost plenty of top talent in recent seasonsCredit: EPA More

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      Arsenal ‘keen on shock Jaidon Anthony transfer from Bournemouth but face competition from Leicester and Bundesliga duo’

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      ARSENAL are reportedly interested in Bournemouth’s Jaidon Anthony as they look to further bolster their squad.The Gunners are already on the verge of signing Brighton winger Leandro Trossard in a £27m deal.
      Arsenal are looking to bring Jaidon Anthony back to the club from BournemouthCredit: Getty
      The 28-year-old Belgian World Cup ace is expected to be confirmed as their player within 24 hours after passing medical and agreeing personal terms with the Premier League leaders.
      Now the Daily Mail claims that they are looking to bring Anthony back to the Emirates as well before the transfer window closes.
      The 23-year-old spent a decade in the North London club’s academy before heading to Bournemouth in 2016.
      He was outstanding during last season’s promotion campaign campaign but has struggled for match action in the top-flight his term.
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      After eight goals and seven assists in the Championship, he has been restricted to just four starts in the league so far this campaign.
      Anthony’s contract also expires in June, meaning that the Cherries could be tempted to cash in on him now rather than risk losing him for nothing.
      And the Gunners are seemingly ready to swoop with this report stating that “his age and previous academy experience” with Arsenal makes them believe that he would be “a shrewd addition with potential for long-term growth”.
      But they face competition from a host of clubs from both home and abroad.
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      Leicester City are also monitoring Anthony’s situation as they weigh-up a move to help bolster their survival chances.
      Bundesliga clubs Borussia Monchengladbach and Bayer Leverkusen are also keen.
      Gladbach are looking for a potential replacement for Chelsea transfer target Marcus Thuram.
      Meanwhile Leverkusen want someone to fill the void that will be left when on-loan Callum Hudson-Odoi returns to Stamford Bridge.
      Bournemouth will be loath to lose the starlet this month after slipping to 17th, a point above the drop zone, following a six-match losing run. More

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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