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      Ex-Arsenal and Chelsea scout Yousuf Sajjad who helped unearth top young stars becomes technical director of Den Bosch

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      FORMER Arsenal and Chelsea scout Yousuf Sajjad has reportedly become the technical director of Dutch side Den Bosch.The 30-year-old left the Gunners back in September and has turned down job offers from League One and Championship clubs over the past three months.
      Yousuf Sajjad is the new technical director of Den Bosch
      But now he has taken a senior role with Den Bosch who currently play their football in the Eerste Divisie – Holland’s second tier.
      And in doing so he becomes the youngest person in the EU to hold the technical director position.
      Sajjad is incredibly well-respected as a scout having previously discovered talent at both Arsenal and Chelsea.
      While working for the Blues, he brought through the likes of Ian Maatsen, Billy Gilmour and Ethan Ampadu.
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      Now his move to Den Bosch – reported by The Mail – could spark a host of English talent joining the club given his knowledge of the country’s pool of talent.
      Den Bosch is part of a multi-club model, with other outfits in Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany and Holland.
      They are currently struggling in the Eerste Divisie after a poor start to the campaign.
      Three successive defeats have seen the club drop to 15th place in the table.
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      However, there is no relegation from the second tier.
      They have not played in the Eredivisie since being relegated back in 2005.
      And they have not finished in the top half of the second division since coming fourth in 2019. More

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      Newcastle ‘main suspects’ in £88m Enzo Fernandez transfer bid with Benfica trying to convince World Cup winner to stay

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      NEWCASTLE are the ‘main suspects’ with an anonymous £88million bid for Benfica’s Enzo Fernandez, according to reports.Lisbon outlet A Bola believe the Toon made the astonishing bid for the 21-year-old World Cup winner, which was rebuffed by the Portuguese giants.
      Enzo Fernandez won the Young Player Award at the World CupCredit: Rex
      The newspaper claims Newcastle are ready to splash out on Argentina’s rising star Fernandez thanks to the Saudi takeover.
      However, Eddie Howe’s team were knocked back in their attempts to prise the midfielder away – with Benfica desperate to hold on to their prized asset.
      There is a fear, though, that the mystery team will return with an offer that could trigger his release clause.
      Fernandez has a clause in his contract that a bid of £106million (€120million) would allow him to talk to any club who meets the fee.
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      And that’s left Benfica sweating about their talisman’s future.
      But, if the clause is matched they will argue the case, the report adds.
      Manchester City, Man Utd and Liverpool are also said to be keeping a close eye on Fernandez.
      Fernandez began his career at River Plate, before joining the Primeira Liga side in 2022 for around £10.5million.
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      The youngster was an integral part of Argentina’s World Cup winning squad – contributing one goal in the competition.
      He was given the tournament’s Young Player Award as Argentina captured their third title. More

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      Cody Gakpo wants Man Utd transfer next month with talks ongoing over £52m move with PSV after impressive World Cup

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      PSV star Cody Gakpo remains keen on signing for Manchester United, according to reports. The Dutch winger wants a transfer after impressing in the Eredivisie and World Cup this year.
      Cody Gakpo is hoping to sign for Man UtdCredit: Getty
      Gakpo supposedly wanted to join Man Utd in the summer, but a move did not materialise.
      Discussions between the club and the player’s agent have always been positive and it’s now the Red Devils’ decision whether they pursue a deal, claims journalist Fabrizio Romano.
      PSV want £52million for their talisman and talks with United chiefs are ongoing with the Dutch side admitting they may have to sell in January.
      Manager and ex-United hero Ruud van Nistelrooy recently said: “If I have the choice, I prefer the summer, but it can also be now, you know there comes a time when you can’t say no.”
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      Gakpo netted three goals in Qatar for the Netherlands, proving he can do it on the biggest stage.
      For his club, the 23-year-old has been in outstanding form netting 13 goals and registering 17 assists in just 24 matches.
      Man Utd are looking to bring in extra attackers during the approaching transfer window due to Cristiano Ronaldo leaving the club.
      Gakpo predominately plays on the left and would allow Marcus Rashford to move inside and take up the No.9 role.
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      Erik ten Hag’s side have also been linked with more out-and-out strikers such as the likes of Goncalo Ramos and Memphis Depay.
      But if United don’t sign Gakpo in January then they risk missing out on him completely with Real Madrid reportedly monitoring him.
      Southampton and Leeds were close to signing Gakpo in the summer, but the player stayed at PSV in the hope a bigger side would come in for him. More

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      Arsenal agree Mykhaylo Mudryk transfer with talks over fee with Shakhtar Donetsk continuing ahead of January switch

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      ARSENAL have reached an agreement with Shakhtar Donetsk to sign Mykhaylo Mudryk, according to reports. The transfer for the Ukrainian winger could go through in January with talks well underway.
      Arsenal are leading the race to sign Mykhaylo MudrykCredit: Getty
      Journalist Nicolo Schira claims that the Gunners have a deal “in principle” for the 21-year-old.
      It has been reported that discussions are continuing over the transfer fee.
      Shakhtar supposedly want £85million for him but Arsenal are confident they will lower their demands.
      Manager Mikel Arteta is desperate to bolster his squad in the approaching transfer window as the club look to maintain their title challenge.
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      With Gabriel Jesus out injured for some time due to knee surgery, there was fears that Arsenal could postpone their move for Mudryk and instead sign a striker.
      But it appears the North Londoners will stick to their plan and buy their No.1 target, who they tried to purchase in the summer.
      Mudryk has been in good form for Shakhtar, particularly impressing in the Champions League.
      The quick and tricky winger netted three goals and assisted a further two in six group stage games.
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      He is also scoring for fun in the Ukrainian League, finding the back of the net on seven occasions in 12 matches as Shakhtar look to retain the league title.
      Reports suggest Newcastle are also keen on Mudryk and that Arsenal need to move quick with plenty of teams battling it out for his signature.
      However, the player himself has stated that he would be tempted by a move to Arsenal providing he gets enough of opportunities to play. More

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      Wolves complete shock loan for Atletico Madrid and Brazil striker Matheus Cunha as Julen Lopetegui seals first transfer

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      WOLVES gave their fans a surprise Christmas present by completing the signing of Matheus Cunha from Atletico Madrid.The Brazilian striker, 23, becomes Julen Lopetegui’s first transfer since taking over at Molineux.
      Matheus Cunha has completed a loan transfer to WolvesCredit: Getty
      Cunha has eight caps for the senior Brazil national teamCredit: Getty
      The Premier League club confirmed the deal at 5pm on Christmas Day – announcing their newest addition as “one more gift under the tree”.
      Cunha – who will wear the No12 – flew to the UK earlier this week to complete his medical and the paperwork.
      He will link up with Lopetegui and his new team-mates on January 1 with an initial loan deal from the Wanda Metropolitano.
      However, the deal will automatically be made permanent until 2027 should certain clauses be met.
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      It means the forward could make his Wolves debut on January 4 away at Aston Villa in a crunch West Midlands derby or against Liverpool in the FA Cup three days later.
      The transfer news comes as a Christmas blow to the likes of Arsenal, Everton and Leeds who were all keen to sign Cunha.
      But it is the Premier League’s bottom side who won the race as they added extra firepower to their faltering attack that has scored just eight goals this season.
      Cunha was born in Brazil and progressed through the youth ranks at Coritiba before earning his European break with Swiss side Sion.
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      After just one season, ten goals and eight assists in 32 games, he joined RB Leipzig in 2018.
      There he gained Champions League experience and was even nominated for the Puskas award but 18 months later moved to Bundesliga rivals Hertha Berlin.
      The attacker helped Brazil win the Tokyo 2020 Olympics gold medal last year and also sealed a switch to Atletico Madrid.
      Despite seven goals in 37 appearances last term, he has played a bit-part role under Diego Simeone this season.
      Cunha has featured 17 times in 2022-23, usually coming off the bench, and registered two assists but is yet to score.
      On the international stage, the new Wolves signing is Brazil Under-23s’ record goalscorer with 21 goals in just 23 caps.
      And he has now added eight senior appearances but was heartbroken to miss out on the recent World Cup squad.
      Cunha spent 18 months at Atletico Madrid after joining from GermanyCredit: Getty More

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      Aston Villa set to DUMP Philippe Coutinho just year after transfer reunion with now axed boss Steven Gerrard

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      ASTON VILLA are willing to sell Philippe Coutinho next month, according to reports.The Brazilian arrived at Villa Park in January on an initial loan deal from Barcelona.
      Philippe Coutinho has endured a difficult season with Aston VillaCredit: Getty
      Coutinho, 30, joined to link up with his former Liverpool team-mate Steven Gerrard.
      But following Gerrard’s exit in October, Coutinho could soon follow – despite making his initial loan permanent in the summer.
      According to Football Insider, Villa are happy for the attacking midfielder’s agent Kia Joorabchian to find him a new club.
      Coutinho’s time in the Midlands started brightly, as he scored four goals and assisted a further three in his first eight appearances.
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      His output dried up, however, scoring just once more in the final 11 matches of last season.
      Villa made the transfer permanent regardless, handing the 69-cap star a four-year contract.
      He has struggled this term, however, failing to contribute a single goal or assist in 13 appearances in all competitions.
      Even Gerrard appeared to lose faith, benching him for his final two matches in charge.
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      Coutinho is yet to play for Gerrard’s successor Unai Emery, having suffered a hamstring injury in early November.
      The issue ruled him out of the World Cup in Qatar.
      But he has since returned to training and could be in contention to play as Villa return to Prem action against his old side Liverpool tomorrow.
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      Arsenal transfer boost in race for Joao Felix with Atletico Madrid willing to let star striker leave on January loan

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      ATLETICO MADRID are willing to let Joao Felix leave on loan in January, according to reports.The Portuguese star is unhappy in the Spanish capital, having endured a rocky relationship with manager Diego Simeone.
      Joao Felix has had an underwhelming season at Atletico MadridCredit: Getty
      Felix, 23, has drawn plenty of Prem interest – with Arsenal and Manchester United leading the race.
      The Gunners want to strengthen their forward line, with Gabriel Jesus currently out injured.
      While Man United want to fill the hole in their squad left by the axing of Cristiano Ronaldo.
      According to the Daily Record, Atletico will let Felix go on a January loan deal for an £8million fee.
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      They will also require his wages paid in full, in order to comply with Financial Fair Play rules.
      The report adds that a loan deal will NOT include an option or obligation to buy.
      Felix has started just five of Atletico’s 14 LaLiga matches this season.
      He arrived at Atletico as a £113m replacement for Antoine Griezmann in 2019.
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      Felix has scored 33 goals and laid on 18 assists in 129 appearances since making the switch from Benfica.
      Earlier this month, Atletico chief Gil Marin admitted that the forward was likely to leave in the coming months.
      He said: “The reasonable thing is to think that he is leaving, although I would love him to continue.
      “But that is not the player’s idea. He is the biggest bet the club has made.
      “I think he has the highest level in the world, but because of his relationship with the coach, the minutes played, his motivation… the reasonable thing to do is to consider his departure if an offer comes in.”
      Felix played well at the World Cup in Qatar, scoring against Ghana and laying on two assists against Switzerland.
      Speaking about his player’s form, Atletico manager Simeone said: “I want Atletico to win, that’s my sole focus.
      “Then what has to happen will happen. No one is indispensable and things will be as they have to be.
      “He had a good World Cup, he participated in goals. Hopefully we can have the Joao of the World Cup… I hope we can give him the peace of mind and joy to show what he demonstrated in the World Cup, which was very good.”
      Felix, 23, has not had an easy relationship with Diego SimeoneCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd ‘overtake’ Liverpool in Enzo Fernandez transfer chase with Red Devils willing to match £105m release clause

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have reportedly overtaken Liverpool in the chase to sign Enzo Fernandez.The Benfica midfielder has become one of the most-sought after stars on the planet after his displays helped inspire Argentina to World Cup glory.
      Man Utd are ready to meet Benfica’s £105m asking price for Enzo FernandezCredit: Getty
      Liverpool were big admirers of the 21-year-old Fernandez before his stellar Qatar 2022 displays.
      But his performances in the Middle East have now convinced United boss Erik ten Hag that he is the right man needed to bolster his own side.
      As reported earlier this week, both teams will have to shatter the Premier League’s  £100million record transfer fee to snap-up his services next month.
      That is due to Benfica having no desire to sell him for any less than his mammoth £105m release clause.
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      Now  UOL Esporte are claiming that United are willing to meet that figure – putting them in front of their Anfield rivals in the transfer chase.
      The publication’s journalist Bruno Andrade added that “talks are ongoing” between all parties involved.

      And it reiterates that United will meet the huge £105m asking price in order to “avoid any competition” from elsewhere.
      Fernandez only arrived at Benfica from River Plate last summer but his international captain Lionel Messi admitted that he is not surprised so many clubs are keen on the World Cup’s Young Player of the Tournament.
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      He said: “I’m not surprised by Enzo.
      “I know him and I see him train every day.
      “He deserves it because he’s a spectacular player.” More