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      Man Utd ‘have held negotiations for transfer of Monaco defender Axel Disasi’ with Harry Maguire’s future uncertain

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have reportedly “held negotiations” with Monaco over a transfer deal for Axel Disasi amid Harry Maguire’s uncertain future.The 24-year-old defender was part of the France squad that suffered World Cup heartbreak against Argentina last month.
      Man Utd are reportedly in talks with Monaco over a move for Axel DisasiCredit: Getty
      He has already been linked with a move to the Premier League with both Tottenham and West Ham interested.
      Now the Daily Mail states that “multiple top-flight clubs are tracking” Disasi and “initial negotiations have taken place” with United.
      Disasi came through the ranks at lowly Paris FC before heading to Reims in 2016.
      His displays there, which included helping them to Ligue 2 title glory, earned him a move to Monaco in 2020.
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      Despite not being capped, Disasi replaced the injured Presnel Kimpembe in France’s World Cup squad and appeared twice at the tournament.
      He remains under contract at Monaco until 2025.
      United are allegedly in the market for a centre-half as speculation continues to mount over club-captain Maguire.
      The England international has fallen out of favour under Erik ten Hag, with even left-back Luke Shaw being preferred at centre-back recently against Wolves and Nottingham Forest.
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      But Maguire, 29, did play and helped them to keep a clean sheet in the 3-0 win over Bournemouth in midweek.
      United forked out £80m for Maguire in 2019 but ex-Red Devils star Rio Ferdinand believes he needs to leave Old Trafford.
      He said: “If I’m Harry Maguire, I’m looking for a new club right now.” More

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      Chelsea complete £35m Benoit Badiashile transfer from Monaco on huge contract that will see him stay until next DECADE

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      CHELSEA have confirmed the signing of Monaco star Benoit Badiashile. The centre-back joins the club for a fee of £35million.
      Benoit Badiashile has completed his switch from from Monaco to Chelsea
      Chelsea have paid £35million for his services
      Badiashile is commanding presence at the heart of the defence
      He arrives at the Blues signing a seven-and-a-half year contract, which will keep him in West London until the next decade.
      Badiashile said to Chelsea’s official site: “I’m very happy to be here at Chelsea.

      “I’m so excited to start playing for this club. I can’t wait to see the fans and start playing in the best league in the world.”
      Chairman Todd Boehly and controlling co-owner Behdad Eghbali said: “We’re delighted to welcome Benoit to Chelsea.
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      “He’s an excellent young player who has quickly established a strong reputation for himself and has a huge amount of experience for his young age.
      “We are sure he will form an important part of our team in the years ahead.”
      Manager Graham Potter was keen to bolster his defensive line as big money summer signing Wesley Fofana has had his minutes restricted by injury.
      Additionally, Thiago Silva, 38, is ageing and Kalidou Koulibaly has struggled to find top form consistently.
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      Badiashile is 21-years-old and came through the youth ranks at Monaco.
      He has gone on to be capped by France’s national team twice and he is regularly the skipper for his nation’s Under-21 side.
      This season he has impressed for Monaco, helping guide the team into the knockout rounds of the Europa League and in Ligue 1, Philippe Clement’s men sit fifth.
      Badiashile has played 16 games for the club during this campaign, netting two goals.
      The defender becomes Chelsea’s second purchase of the January transfer window, the first being striker David Datro Fofana from Molde for £10.6million. More

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      Arsenal ‘ready to launch huge bid for £88m-rated Declan Rice’ as they look to beat Chelsea and Man Utd to West Ham star

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      ARSENAL are ready to launch a shock bid for Declan Rice, according to reports.The Gunners sit eight points clear at the top of the Premier League as they chase their first league title in 19 years.
      Declan Rice is a transfer target for Arsenal in the summerCredit: AFP
      But Mikel Arteta is keen to strengthen his squad in January with Mykhailo Mudryk from Shakhtar Donetsk.
      However, Spanish outlet Fichajes report the Emirates boss wants his board to sanction a big-money move for Rice in the summer.
      West Ham captain Rice, 23, is rated at around £88million and his club have previously refused to let him leave despite plenty of interest.
      But he has rejected a new contract and alerted potential suitors at the World Cup when he publicly expressed his desire to be at a club competing for trophies and in the Champions League.
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      And Arsenal could offer that with Arteta spearheading the exciting revival in North London.
      Manchester United and Chelsea are also long-term admirers of Rice.
      But with both teams, especially the Blues, off the pace set by Arsenal in the Premier League, their top-four ambitions are far from guaranteed.
      So that could help Arsenal win the race for the former Chelsea academy player’s signature, who is said to be keen to stay in the capital.
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      An extra holding midfielder is a key priority for Arsenal – with Albert Sambi Lokonga well short of the quality Thomas Partey boasts as the single pivot in the 4-3-3 formation.
      Therefore the addition of Rice – one of the best defensive midfielders in the country – would be a major boost.
      The 39-cap England star has made 218 West Ham appearances after graduating from the academy.
      But he has struggled to find his best form for the Hammers this season with David Moyes’ side only out of the relegation zone by one goal.

      Rice hit back at criticism that he had one eye on a transfer away by stating he would never “give up”.
      The midfielder said: “Keep reading little comments like these that are, 1. Funny & 2. Complete nonsense.
      “I would never ever give up, for the fans or for the club.
      “Of course things on a football pitch get tough! But especially as captain and wearing this shirt, I know exactly what it means to play for West Ham.”
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      Moyes also defended his skipper and added last week: “People can have their opinions, but Declan played fantastically well in midweek and he has done for nearly all the time I’ve been here.
      “He’s tried to drive us on and he did everything he could in midweek. I don’t see it.” More

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      Roberto Firmino ‘offered Saudi Arabia transfer after Cristiano Ronaldo but Liverpool star leaning towards new contract’

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      ROBERTO FIRMINO could follow in Cristiano Ronaldo’s footsteps with a move to Saudi Arabia.But the Brazilian would reportedly prefer to pen a new contract with Liverpool instead.
      Roberto Firmino is wanted by Saudi Arabian sides but would prefer a new Liverpool dealCredit: Getty
      Firmino could join Cristiano Ronaldo in the desert – but not at Al-NassrCredit: AFP
      Ronaldo, 37, stunned footy fans by accepting a £173million-a-year deal to join Middle Eastern giants Al-Nassr following his Manchester United exit.
      The Portugal legend is unlikely to ever be seen again in Europe’s top flight.
      But Ronaldo is not the first big name to move to Saudi Arabia, with aces including Champions League winner Luiz Gustavo and ex-Man Utd striker Odion Ighalo plying their trade there.
      And now Liverpool ace Firmino is being lined up for a dance in the desert despite links with Atletico Madrid and several Serie A sides.
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      Sky Germany claim the 31-year-old has received approaches from several Saudi sides after entering the final six months of his Reds deal.
      Firmino can strike a pre-contract agreement right now, with foreign clubs able to secure a free transfer abroad this summer.
      But Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr are understood to not be in the running.
      And those who are may be left disappointed, as Firmino’s priority is to continue at Anfield.
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      It’s believed talks with Liverpool over a renewal are well underway, and both parties are taking a relaxed approach in negotiations.
      Firmino can certainly go down in the history books on Merseyside following his £29million move from Hoffenheim in 2015.
      The 55-time Brazil international has scored 107 goals in 348 games for Liverpool, winning a Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League in the process. More

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      Crystal Palace star Michael Olise ’emerges as shock PSG transfer target as they consider linking him up with Messi’

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN are interested in a shock move for Crystal Palace star Michael Olise, according to reports.The 21-year-old has impressed with the Eagles this season and the French side are keen on the young winger as they plan for the future.
      Michael Olise is being tracked by PSGCredit: Reuters
      Michael Olise could get the chance to be in the team with the likes of Lionel MessiCredit: Reuters
      A potential transfer could see Olise play alongside the likes of Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Neymar.
      PSG are supposedly monitoring his performances, claim the Daily Mail.
      If PSG do make the reported shock move, they would be able to offer Olise the chance to play Champions League football.
      It is unclear how much the Ligue 1 champions would be willing to spend on him but the player has a reported £50million release clause and a contract that runs until 2026.
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      Olise moved to Crystal Palace in the summer of 2021, signing for a reported fee of £8.37million from Reading, where he won the EFL Young Player of the Season award.
      Last campaign he caught the eye with appearances coming mainly off the substitutes bench to net four goals and get assist eight in all competitions.
      However, in this season, he has started to make Patrick Vieira’s starting line-up more regularly, featuring from the beginning in 13 of 19 matches.
      He has scored once and assisted a further four with his displays leading to him being called-up to the France Under-21 side.
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      It could be a busy window for Crystal Palace with Jack Butland nearing a switch to Manchester United.
      And former Selhurst Park ace Aaron Wan-Bissaka could move back the other way, returning to his old club.
      Meanwhile, the future of Wilfried Zaha is in doubt as clubs like Barcelona are reportedly keen. More

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      Fulham ‘consider Abdoulaye Doucoure transfer bid with Everton willing to let midfielder leave in January’

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      FULHAM are reportedly lining up a bid to bring Everton midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure to Craven Cottage in the January transfer window.The 30-year-old Mali international has started just two Premier League matches for the the Toffees so far this season.
      Abdoulaye Doucoure, left, is being linked with a move away from EvertonCredit: Getty
      That is despite Frank Lampard’s side struggling at the bottom of the table.
      According to The Athletic, Everton are now willing to let him depart on a permanent transfer.
      Doucoure has just six months left on his existing deal, so a loan is not believed to be on the cards.
      But they will listen to offers, with Fulham reportedly keen to secure him ahead of interest from Turkey and the Middle East.
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      The Cottagers are said to have held discussions about a deal.
      Doucoure who could see his contract extended by a further 12 months if Everton wish to trigger the clause, arrived from Watford for £22million in 2020.
      Prior to the move, he did spend some time playing for the Hornets under current Fulham boss Marco Silva.
      Since coming to Goodison Park, he has contributed five goals and seven assists in 79 appearances.
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      He came on in the 58th minute of the 4-1 defeat to Brighton on Tuesday evening.
      Lampard opted to line up with a midfield trio of Tom Davies, Idrissa Gueye and Alex Iwobi.
      Everton currently sit 18th in the Premier League table and have not won in seven games in all competitions.
      Contrastingly, Fulham are flying high in seventh, winning their last three matches. More

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      Jack Butland to have Man Utd medical TODAY ahead of shock loan transfer from Crystal Palace

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      JACK BUTLAND will undergo a medical on Thursday ahead of a loan move to Manchester United, according to reports.The Crystal Palace keeper, 29, is expected to join Erik ten Hag’s squad until the end of the season.
      Jack Butland is set to join Man Utd as back-up to David de GeaCredit: Getty
      He only has six months left on his existing deal with the Eagles, although the club do have the option to extend his contract by a further year.
      Man Utd are keen to bring in a back-up to David de Gea after Newcastle recalled Martin Dubravka – with Tom Heaton and Nathan Bishop their only other options.
      They did consider recalling their own loanee Dean Henderson, 25, but ended up determining the best move was to let him stay at Nottingham Forest.
      And according to The Athletic, Butland, who has a house in Manchester from his time at Stoke, is preparing for his Man Utd medical on Thursday.
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      He has not played any Premier League football so far this season and only featured 10 times in the league for Palace since joining in 2020.
      The club’s No1 Vicente Guaita has largely kept him out of the first team since he arrived for £1million.
      However, Butland has been unavailable for selection for much of the current campaign due to a fractured finger.
      He spent two seasons as Stoke’s first-choice keeper in the Premier League between 2015 and 2018.
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      And he has also been capped nine times by England – the last of which came four and a half years ago.
      He became the youngest ever keeper to represent the Three Lions in 2012 at 19 years 158 days.
      He has also gone to two major tournaments – Euro 2012 and the 2018 World Cup.
      Butland, if signed in time, could make his debut in United’s FA Cup game against Everton on Friday or their Carabao Cup clash with Charlton on Tuesday.
      Man Utd have been linked with a number of top keepers such as Porto’s Diogo Costa and Borussia Monchengladbach’s Yann Sommer.
      But these are seen as potential replacements for De Gea in the summer as his contract is set to expire. More

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      Chelsea ‘fail in Enzo Fernandez transfer bid after offering Benfica £79m, Hakim Ziyech and two players on loan’

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      CHELSEA have reportedly seen an offer for Enzo Fernandez of £79million, Hakim Ziyech AND two players on loan rejected by Benfica.The 21-year-old Argentine is being heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge in the January window.
      Enzo Fernandez’s stock has risen considerably since the World CupCredit: Getty
      Record are reporting Chelsea have offered cash and players for FernandezCredit: Record
      But his current club Benfica will not let him go for a cut price, particularly considering his release clause stands at £106m.
      Chelsea were attempting to navigate the sizable fee by putting players forward as part of the deal.
      According to Record, they submitted a cash amount of £75m.
      That was then propped up by the addition of Ziyech, 29, who shone with Morocco at the World Cup but has been out of favour in west London for some time.
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      And then the Blues were also willing to hand Benfica two players on loan.
      One of those was 20-year-old midfielder David Datro Fofana – who only joined Chelsea in the January window.
      And the other was Brazilian Audrey Santos, 18, who is yet to complete a move from Vasco da Gama.
      However, Benfica president Rui Costa is believed to have shown “a lot of displeasure” at the offer as they understood Chelsea were willing to hand over £112m across three payments.
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      Fernandez only joined Benfica in the summer and has a contract with the Portuguese giants until 2027.
      He was brilliant for Argentina in Qatar, starting their final group game and all subsequent knockout stage matches on their way to World Cup glory.
      As a result of his superb performances, the talented South American was named the Young Player of the Tournament.
      Meanwhile, Chelsea are keen to arrest their slump as they currently sit 10th in the Premier League table.
      New owner Todd Boehly spent more than £250m in the summer but it does not seem to have paid off.
      And now they are looking at a host of deals in the January window including Fernandez, Mykhailo Mudryk and Benoit Badiashile.
      Datro David Fofana has joined Chelsea from FK Molde but could be loaned outCredit: Getty
      Hakim Ziyech looks to be on his way out of ChelseaCredit: Getty More