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    I regret moving to the Premier League at 18 in a £35m deal – it hurts that I couldn’t show more at my hometown club

    WOLVES loanee Fabio Silva admits he “maybe” would have liked to stay a little longer at Porto instead of moving to Molineux.Silva joined the West Midlands outfit in 2020 at the tender age of 18 after a club record £35million deal with the Portuguese giants.
    Wolves have sent Fabio Silva on loan at PSV Eindhoven after a short stint at AnderlechtCredit: Getty
    Wolves flop Fabio Silva admits he would have liked to stay longer at PortoCredit: Rex
    The centre-forward has since failed to set the Premier League alight as he only managed a mere total of four goals and six assists in 62 appearances.
    The Portugal Under-21 international’s struggles led to Wolves loaning him out to Anderlecht in July.
    The 20-year-old’s stint in Belgium didn’t last long as he was then loaned out in January to PSV Eindhoven, where he still plays.
    Now the Portuguese ace looks back at his career and admits it hurts him that he didn’t have time to do more at Porto.
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    Silva told Voetbal International: “If amounts of €40m (£35m) are paid, clubs sometimes cannot refuse.
    “That was the case with me. But I had just turned 18. It hurts a bit that I haven’t been able to show more at Porto.
    “People don’t always understand football very well. It’s not that I myself think at 18: I’m going to Wolves, play in the Premier League.
    “I had no control over that. It was the decision of the club and given the transfer fee I understand.
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    “Maybe I would have liked to stay for another year or two, but I try not to think about that anymore.”
    Silva scored 11 goals and bagged four assists in 32 appearances with Anderlecht.
    The Porto academy graduate now counts four goals and one assist in 11 games with PSV. More

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    Liverpool star Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has three transfer offers from Premier League as he looks set to leave on free

    LIVERPOOL star Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has offers from three Premier League clubs as he eyes a summer transfer, according to reports.The midfielder’s deal at Anfield expires at the end of this season and he is set to leave for free.
    Liverpool’s Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is wanted by three Prem clubsCredit: AP
    Oxlade-Chamberlain has many suitors with Brighton, Aston Villa and Newcastle all registering their interest in him, claim the Mirror.
    The Seagulls were keen on the 29-year-old during the January transfer window but refused to pay a fee for him, so the move did not materialise.
    Meanwhile, Eddie Howe’s side are keeping tabs on him as they plan to bolster their squad ahead of a possible European campaign next season.
    Aston Villa reportedly view Oxlade-Chamberlain as a cheap way to offer Unai Emery more midfield options.
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    The player is also supposedly on the radar of unnamed Italian sides.
    He is not expected to make a decision on his future until the end of the season as he focuses on finishing his spell at Liverpool.
    Oxlade-Chamberlain has struggled with injuries since joining Jurgen Klopp’s men, making just 12 appearances this term.
    Overall, he has played 145 times and scored 18 goals for the club since his switch in 2017 from Arsenal for £35million.
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    The 35-time capped Englishman is expected to be one of a number of players to leave Liverpool as they eye an overhaul.
    The likes of Naby Keita, James Milner, Roberto Firmino and Arthur Melo all see their deals run out this summer. More

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    Man Utd and Arsenal in Dusan Vlahovic transfer boost as Juventus ‘prepare for life without’ Serbia striker

    MANCHESTER UNITED and Arsenal have reportedly received a huge boost in their pursuit to sign Juventus star Dusan Vlahovic.SunSport revealed last month that Erik ten Hag has made Tottenham star Harry Kane his No1 transfer target this summer.
    Man Utd and Arsenal have received a boost in the chase for Dusan VlahovicCredit: Reuters
    Kane, 29, has less than 18 months remaining on his deal and United are hoping to take advantage of the England captain’s contract situation.
    But as we stated previously, they are still anticipating a “nightmare” pursuit as Spurs chief Daniel Levy is renowned as a tough negotiator.
    That has led to Ten Hag identifying striking alternatives, and Vlahovic is among his top picks.
    Now he has received a boost as La Gazzetta dello Sport claims that Juventus are “preparing for life without” the forward.
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    And it also states that they have identified potential replacements for him.
    Juve are believed to be plotting moves for either West Ham’s Gianluca Scamacca, who has struggled in the Premier league, and Galatasaray’s Nicolo Zaniolo.
    Vlahovic, 23, joined Juventus from Fiorentina back in January 2022 after snubbing the chance to move to the Premier League with Arsenal.
    Mikel Arteta’s side were desperate to bring the Serbian international to the Emirates – but he rejected them in favour of Turin – but they are still keen.
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    Vlahovic has scored eleven goals this term but has struggled for goals over recent weeks for his club.
    He has just one in his last eight appearances.
    And, after Juve’s early Champions League exit left them needing to raise funds, he could find himself as one of their stars to be sacrificed once the transfer window re-opens this summer. More

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    Man Utd interested in Goncalo Ramos transfer with Benfica demanding his £105.6m release clause be paid up in full

    MANCHESTER UNITED are interested in signing Goncalo Ramos from Benfica, according to reports.The Red Devils are currently in the market for a new striker with loan star Wout Weghorst expected to return to Burnley at the end of the season.
    Man Utd want to sign RamosCredit: Getty
    And Portuguese superstar Ramos, who was the first player to score a hat-trick at last year’s World Cup, has emerged as a top target.
    According to Portuguese outlet Record, Man Utd want to sign the 21-year-old.
    Ramos has scored 24 goals in 36 appearances for Benfica so far this season.
    However, he is understood to be disappointed that club chiefs have not yet rewarded him for his efforts with a new and improved contract.
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    Last summer, Benfica president Rui Costa reportedly promised the striker a salary increase which is yet to materialise.
    Ramos still has over three years remaining on his deal, which expires in June 2026, but he is growing increasingly frustrated with his current situation.
    If he does decide to leave Lisbon in the summer, any potential suitors would have to trigger his huge £105.6million release clause.
    Man Utd have already been informed that they will have to pay over £100m for top target Harry Kane.
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    And Napoli’s Victor Osimhen, who is also on Erik ten Hag’s transfer wishlist, will cost more than both players.
    The Italian giants want a record-breaking fee in the region of £115m to £130m for their star man. More

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    Man Utd ‘reject Mason Greenwood transfer offers from Turkey’ with striker desperate to play for club again

    MANCHESTER UNITED have reportedly rejected several offers from Turkish clubs for Mason Greenwood.The 21-year-old forward had an astronomical rise through the United ranks from the academy to the first team.
    Man Utd have rejected several offers from Turkey for Mason GreenwoodCredit: Getty
    However, Greenwood’s career hit the skids in January 2022 when he was arrested after a woman made allegations against him.
    He was charged with attempted rape, assault and controlling and coercive behaviour.
    He appeared before magistrates and was told he would face trial later this year.
    But in February the Crown Prosecution Service dropped charges after several alleged witnesses refused to co-operate.
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    United, who had suspended him on full pay, announced they would hold an internal investigation into the circumstances around his arrest.
    The Sun revealed he has spoken to manager Erik ten Hag and met with club officials — but his future at the club remains unclear.
    Now The Athletic are claiming that several teams from Turkey have contacted the Red Devils regarding a transfer move for the one-capped England international.
    But the club has turned down all approaches.
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    It is also reported in this update that the still suspended forward would “run through a brick wall to be back playing for United now”. 
    Greenwood’s last appearance for the club was on January 22, 2022, when they beat West Ham 1-0 at Old Trafford.
    United released a short statement when the CPS dropped charges against the £70,000-a-week player, who is under contract until 2025, that read: “Manchester United notes the decision of the Crown Prosecution Service that all charges against Mason Greenwood have been dropped.
    “The club will now conduct its own process before determining next steps. We will not make any further comment until that process is complete.”
    Meanwhile, SunSport recently revealed plans for Greenwood to marry his pregnant partner in the summer. More

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    Arsenal fans convinced they know what Zinchenko asked transfer target Rice in secret chat after England beat Ukraine

    ARSENAL fans reckon they know what Oleksandr Zinchenko said to Declan Rice after England’s win over Ukraine.Gareth Southgate’s men secured a comfortable 2-0 victory at Wembley on Sunday evening thanks to goals from Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka.
    Declan Rice embraced Oleksandr Zinchenko before they exchanged a brief wordCredit: Twitter
    Arsenal fans are convinced they know what Zinchenko said to RiceCredit: Twitter
    Arsenal full-back and Ukraine captain Zinchenko, 26, who plays in midfield for his country, embraced several of the England players after the game.
    One of those was Gunners transfer target Rice, 24, who is expected to leave West Ham this summer.
    A host of Premier League clubs are in the frame to sign the Hammers skipper including Manchester United and Chelsea.
    But Arsenal supporters believe Zinchenko had a quick word with the Three Lions midfielder in an attempt to convince him to go to the Emirates.
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    One fan shared a clip of Zinchenko hugging Rice, before he briefly says something to him.
    Alongside the footage, they added the caption: “Did Zinchenko ask Rice: ‘You joining, yeah?’ 😂😂.”
    Another added: “That man’s work is never done: left-back, attacking midfielder, head cheerleader, and recruitment coordinator.”
    A third replied: “I think it was more of a statement instead of a question 🤣.”
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    And a fourth said: “Arsenal scouting system is the players 😂.”
    Rice will enter the final 12 months of his contract this summer, but West Ham are still thought to be holding out for around £80million.

    Arsenal are keen to bolster their midfield, having previously seen two offers for Brighton’s Moises Caicedo rejected.
    They did bring in Jorginho in the January window, but are still thought to be looking for further reinforcements. More

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    N’Golo Kante contract talks ‘into final stages’ with star expected to commit future to Chelsea after long lay-off

    N’GOLO KANTE’S contract talks are into the final stages, according to reports.And the midfielder looks set to commit his future to Chelsea.
    N’Golo Kante is set to sign a new two-year contract at ChelseaCredit: Getty
    Kante, 31, is out of contract at the end of this season in just three months’ time.
    Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain are both monitoring his situation in the hope of securing a free transfer, while Liverpool were also linked.
    However, they are all expected to be left disappointed with Fabrizio Romano stating Kante is close to putting pen to paper on an extension at Stamford Bridge.
    SunSport understands that the deal will likely run until 2025 – with Chelsea having the option to trigger an additional 12 months.
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    The Frenchman enjoys life in London so has been keen to stay put having made 262 appearances since joining from Premier League champions Leicester in 2016.
    The negotiations have rumbled on despite Kante not featuring since August due to a hamstring injury that also ruled him out of the World Cup.
    It means he is yet to play under manager Graham Potter, who took over in September.
    Potter said this month: “Managers before me have spoken very highly of N’Golo because he’s a top, top player.
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    “He’s been a huge miss for us. Great for us for him to be back. We have to be mindful.
    “We have to take the steps to get him back up to speed.”
    Kante returned to training earlier in March and was an unused sub against Everton before turning out in a behind-closed-doors 3-0 friendly win against Charlton on Friday.
    Mason Mount – who withdrew from the England squad as he regains fitness – and Thiago Silva cheered on Kante at the Cobham training ground.
    Fellow midfielder Mount even wore a ‘Kante 7’ home Chelsea shirt backwards to show his support.
    The struggling Blues will be back in action a week on Saturday, welcoming Aston Villa to Stamford Bridge, before facing Liverpool and Real Madrid either side of a trip to Wolves. More

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    Chelsea set to sign 18-year-old Norwich star Alex Matos on a free transfer but fans are all saying the same thing

    CHELSEA are set to sign Norwich wonderkid Alex Matos on a free transfer.But fans all said the same thing in response to the possible deal.
    Another young prodigy is set to join the Chelsea academy in Alex MatosCredit: Getty
    EXCL: Chelsea are in advanced talks to sign U-18 talent Alex Matos (2004) from Norwich 🚨🔵 #CFCDeal entering closing stages, it will be done on a free transfer with add-ons.English winger will become part of Jim Fraser project, pushing for signing to build top U21 squad. pic.twitter.com/Dj8WosbGx2— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 24, 2023

    As reported by Fabrizio Romano, the Blues are closing in on securing a contract for Matos.
    The versatile 18-year-old winger and midfielder, born in 2004, can join for nothing – although some add-ons are expected.
    At Chelsea, the Englishman will link up with Jim Fraser’s project to build a strong Under-21s team.
    Head of youth development and recruitment Fraser identified Matos as the perfect candidate with bags of potential.
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    But supporters are convinced he will fall into the trap of plenty of other Chelsea youth stars over the years.
    One said: “Why are these kids joining Chelsea, zero pathway, just stocking piling talent. At this point will they even get consistent game time at youth-team level?”
    Another wrote: “Why do kids sign for Chelsea. No chance ever of progressing. Out on loans to Darlington in 6 months. One day kids will learn.”
    And a third added: “Suspect we will never hear from him again. So sad these young lads’ heads are turned.”
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    Matos started out at Luton before switching to Norwich at U12s level.
    He has progressed through the ranks, featuring for the U18s as a schoolboy and signing a scholarship at Carrow Road in 2021.
    This season, he has racked up an impressive three assists in 13 appearances for the Canaries in the Premier League 2.
    At international level, he has appeared for England U15s.
    Matos would link up with Jimmy-Jay Morgan in the Chelsea academy.
    The striker turned down the advances of Manchester City and Arsenal to join Chelsea from Southampton for £6million in February.
    Within weeks of joining the Blues, though, Morgan flew out to Los Angeles to have surgery on a knee problem found during his medical.
    Jimmy-Jay Morgan joined Chelsea from Southampton in FebruaryCredit: Getty More