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      Pep Guardiola set to throw ‘new Lionel Messi’ straight into Man City squad in desperate bid to reignite failing season

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      PEP GUARDIOLA will throw the ‘new Lionel Messi’ straight into Manchester City’s creaking squad next month.Argentine starlet Claudio Echeverri, 18, arrives from River Plate — a year after a £12million deal was completed.Pep Guardiola is taking drastic action to tackle Man City’s plightCredit: GettyClaudio Echeverri is arriving from Argentinians River Plate to help CityCredit: GettyCity agreed to let him stay in his homeland for another season while  the South American giants hoped to keep him even longer.But boss Guardiola has decided he wants to be able to call upon the attacking midfielder during the second half of the campaign.So Echeverri is moving to England in the new year to spend the rest of the season training with the first team.He will be available to step in straight away but is likely to need time to find his feet in his new surroundings.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLCity had previously considered sending the teenager to one of their sister clubs to gain some European experience.That remains a possibility for the summer if the feeling is he is still not ready to challenge for a spot in Pep’s team.But the Etihad boss admitted at the weekend he is desperately short of options after a pile-up of injuries.And Echeverri will be given every chance to show he can play a part in the set-up.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe reigning Premier League champions beat off competition from around the world as they clinched the signing of the Argentina Under-17s captain last winter.His position and style have seen him compared to his country’s World Cup-winning skipper and Barcelona legend Messi — who Guardiola helped mould into a superstar at the helm of the Spanish giants.’Who the f*** do you think you are?’ Man City told after ‘making outrageous bid for Lionel Messi by accident’Echeverri broke into River’s first team 18 months ago and has been playing regularly for them since.His arrival comes in the wake of the news that the  hearing into the 130 breaches of Financial Fair Play rules levelled at City by the Premier League is now over.A three-man panel, who have heard both sides over the last three months, will now consider the evidence before writing up the report.While the earliest an outcome is expected to be known is spring, there are fears it could run into next season.The hearing began on September 16 at the International Dispute Resolution Centre in London and was originally scheduled to take ten weeks.It has overrun by around a fortnight but it is understood closing statements were heard at the end of last week.Abu Dhabi-owned City are also  accused of failing to co-operate with the investigation — which began in 2018 — of their alleged breaches of FFP.READ MORE SUN STORIESIf they are found guilty, they could face a huge points deduction which may condemn them to relegation.But both sides would have the option to appeal against the decision if they are not satisfied — meaning it could be several more months before any such   penalties are imposed.What will happen to Man City?MAN CITY began the season as favourites to win the Premier League title yet again – but there is one elephant in the room that threatens to put the skids under the Etihad giants.Sunsport’s MARTIN LIPTON discusses what the next few months could hold with Head of Sport SHAUN CUSTIS….Custis: So the big question – will there be a resolution this season?Lipton: Yes…. probably! It will take at least a month to go through the evidence. So I suspect around March, April time, we will get a result. But that’s where it starts to get tricky.Custis: Why is that?Lipton: If the result is in City’s favour, that’s the end of the matter. They will be cleared. They will have no punishment to face.But if City are found guilty, these will be the heaviest penalties ever imposed by the Premier League.I suspect if they are found guilty, they will be expelled from the league or given a massive points deduction and a huge fine so that they’re not in the Premier League next season.Check out the full discussion on Man City’s future. More

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      Erratic keeper wanted in Premier League transfer plays as DEFENDER in ‘mad’ vid as fans fear the worst if he gets move

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      PREMIER LEAGUE fans were left stunned after witnessing goalkeeper Kevin Mier leaving his line and playing as a DEFENDER.Footy fans have been keeping on eye on the shot-stopper after he was hotly tipped to make a move to England.Cruz Azul goalkeeper Kevin Mier went viral after playing as a defender against Club AmericaCredit: XMier was linked with a move to Brighton during the summer transfer windowCredit: XMier has taken the role of sweeper to a new levelCredit: AFPOn Friday Mier, 24, started for Mexican giants Cruz Azul in the league clash at Club America.And the keeper went viral when he abandoned his area and played alongside his defenders, just a few yards away from midfield.The Colombian shot-stopper left fans in awe as he helped his team-mates play the ball out the back despite the opposition’s high press.Mier took the sweeper role to a new level and helped Cruz Azul leave with a point after a goalless draw.Read More on FootballThe ex-Colombia youth international was linked with Brighton last summer. And reports suggest the Seagulls remain interested in Mier despite Cruz Azul tying him up to a new contract until 2029.Some fans were left gobsmacked and insisted this sort of stunt would never fly in the Premier League with its famous press.One fan tweeted: “He can get away with that over there, but if he came to the Prem he would be finished unfortunately. The press would be far too high.”Most read in FootballAnother commented: “The risk reward just isn’t worth this. Mad.”And a third wrote: “Not a chance he could play like this in the Prem he is too much of a liability.”Brighton ace’s home burgled as model fiancee shares security footageBut there were also some fans that loved Mier’s “chaotic energy” and called for his move to the Premier League.One fan tweeted: “Get this man and his chaotic energy to the Premier League immediately.”Another commented: “It’s like watching [Jose Luis] Chilavert from decades ago and I love it.”And a third wrote: “Absolute cinema.” More

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      Crystal Palace’s shock move for wonderkid Rayan Cherki hits buffers as two European giants enter transfer hunt

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      CRYSTAL PALACE’S bid to sign Lyon magician Rayan Cherki has been hit by European giants Paris Saint-Germain and Borussia Dortmund joining the race.The French aristocrats and German powerhouse are ahead of Palace in the chase for the 21-year-old.Lyon star Rayan Cherki has been linked with a move to Crystal PalaceCredit: GettyPalace face competition from Paris Saint-Germain and Borussia Dortmund for CherkiCredit: GettyHe is expected to cost around £30million and the Eagles had hoped Lyon owner John Textor — who is trying to sell his stake in Palace — would be able to swing the deal their way.But instead, PSG and Dortmund are willing to pay the money that matters.And attacker Cherki is looking to play for a leading Champions League club if he leaves Lyon in the January window. The French ace turned down Fulham last season and has always set his sights higher.Read More on FootballLiverpool have been watching developments but are yet to make a concrete move.Palace want one major capture in the window and a couple of fringe additions — unless they lose another star.Cherki has impressed this season with Lyon as he has registered four goals and four assists in 15 appearances across all competitions.The playmaker has been playing with the French giants’ senior side since his promotion from the youth teams in 2019.Most read in FootballThe Frenchman has registered 21 goals and 29 assists in 156 appearances with Lyon.The Ligue 1 outfit, though, have been provisionally relegated as they are unable to clear their rising £422m debt and have now been banned from signing players in January.Man United eye transfer for 15-year-old Lyon starlet Rayan Cherki as search for Europe’s top young talent continuesPierre Sage’s side will lose their top-flight status at the end of the season unless they improve their situation and avoid going into administration. More

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      Arsenal planning shock £20m transfer swoop for Premier League rival’s striker who’s scored just TWO goals this season

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      EVERTON will cash in on Dominic Calvert-Lewin next month if the right offer comes in — and £20million could get him.The 27-year-old striker is preparing to end his eight-year stay at Goodison Park.Dominic Calvert-Lewin is ready to leave EvertonCredit: RexArsenal could be tempted into a shock swoopCredit: GettyHis contract expires next June and he has no intention of signing another.Everton remain in dire financial straits with Dan Friedkin yet to complete his £600m takeover.They are determined not to lose Calvert-Lewin for nothing and are ready to listen to bids.Calvert-Lewin can speak to foreign clubs in the January transfer window with a view to signing a pre-contract. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAC Milan fancy the front man, who signed for £1.5m from Sheffield United in 2016.But West Ham and Newcastle — who were linked in the summer — also have him on their radar.Mikel Arteta could also be tempted to boost Arsenal’s title push with Calvert-Lewin.The 11-time capped England international has scored twice in 14 games this season.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHe has not struck over ten goals in a Premier League term since the 2020/21 season when he hit the back of the net 16 times.And his last Three Lions cap came off the bench in a 4-0 Euro 2020 quarter-final win over Ukraine.Mikel Arteta goes full Arsene Wenger as he struggles to do up his coat after Arsenal’s win over Man Utd More

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      Tyler Dibling quit Southampton academy for Chelsea but left after two games… Saints nearly refused to welcome him back

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      TYLER DIBLING left Southampton for Chelsea and was almost refused a return to the South Coast.The Saints winger, 18, has broken through into Russell Martin’s first-team this season and been a bright spark for the struggling Premier League side.Tyler Dibling is starting to make a name for himself at SouthamptonCredit: GettyHe spent a few months at Chelsea in 2022 but played just twice for their academyCredit: Instagram @TylerdiblingHe has started eight of their 14 matches, scoring in their 1-1 draw with Ipswich back in September.Dibling also assisted twice in a 5-3 win over Cardiff in the Carabao Cup.He has spent the last decade of his life as a Southampton academy prospect – but for a few months in 2022.Dibling, who was suspended for Saints’ 5-1 defeat to Chelsea on Wednesday, joined the Blues shortly after going viral for scoring a hat-trick against Newcastle in a Premier League 2 match.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe was offered around £3,000 a week to stay at St Mary’s but Chelsea offered more to snatch him away.However, the Exeter-born attacker struggled to fit in at the West London club as he suffered a lack of confidence in the more ruthless environment.And following just TWO appearances for Chelsea’s youth side, talks got underway to bring him back to Southampton.According to The Athletic, some Saints chiefs were concerned about the “message it would send to other academy players who leave Southampton and then decide they prefer their old surroundings” if they were to take him back.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut Matt Hale, Southampton’s academy director at the time, wanted the best players at the club and could see Dibling was one of them.So they offered him a contract on much reduced wages from the offer they submitted prior to joining Chelsea – and he signed it.Southampton manager bust upAnd Dave Horseman, an academy coach at the club at the time of Dibling’s return, praised the teenager’s attitude.He said: “When I knew he was coming back, I sat all the U21s and U18s down and explained what was happening.”When he came back from Chelsea, he went to the U18s. He had to earn the right to come back.”He never moaned, at least not to us, and looking back, when you put the pieces together, he showed he is a strong character.”He had to suck it up and go again, and I am sure Tyler felt awkward as anything when he came back.”Dibling penned a new deal in February 2023 to keep him at the club until 2027.But SunSport has revealed Manchester United and Aston Villa have already sent scouts to watch his last three games.Clubs in Germany and Italy are also understood to be interested.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd he will almost certainly leave if Southampton are relegated this season.Martin’s men sit bottom of the Premier League, seven points adrift of safety after winning just one of their opening 14 matches. More

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      Man Utd send scouts to watch Tyler Dibling as two Premier League giants consider transfer swoop for Southampton star

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      SOUTHAMPTON’S Tyler Dibling is being watched by TWO Premier League giants, SunSport can reveal.The midfielder has been one of the only bright sparks in a season which has seen the Saints left rooted to the bottom of the table.Tyler Dibling has impressed since breaking into the Southampton teamCredit: GettyManager Russell Martin has given Dibling a huge amount of game time and he’s responded by putting in a string of eye-catching performances.He particularly impressed during the Saints’ fiery 1-1 draw with Brighton, a performance which drew praise from a number of pundits.DIbling, 18, has now caught the eye of two Prem giants.Manchester United and Aston Villa have both sent scouts to watch his last three games and he’s believed to be on the radar of clubs in Germany and Italy as well.READ MORE ON MAN UTDIt’s likely any deal for the player would be in the summer as Southampton are not ready to sell with relegation a looming threat.But if the Saints do finish in the bottom three they could struggle to keep hold of the player.Dibling has scored one goal this season and has won praise from Danny Murphy, who labelled him “instrumental” to Southampton.He said on Match of the Day: “It is the quality he has got – the belief in himself and the physical power. He just goes past people with ease. He has got a lovely left foot. He is very brave on the ball and his decision-making is good.Most read in Football”It is difficult to get too over the top with these young players, because he has just come on to the scene, but he is going to be something special.”It is great for him getting all these minutes at Southampton. They are giving him the freedom to play and giving him time to learn the game.Ruben Amorim reveals four Man Utd stars who have a ‘time limit’ as he discusses squad issues “He is just enjoying himself and he is playing with a real belief in himself. He is just instrumental in this team.” More

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      Van Nistelrooy set to raid Man Utd for wonderkid with ‘freakish’ training stats as he targets Leicester loan transfer

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      RUUD VAN NISTELROOY is set to raid his former club Manchester United to improve his Leicester City squad.The Dutchman made a dream start to life at the King Power by leading the Foxes to a 3-1 win over West Ham on Tuesday night.Toby Collyer is on Leicester’s radarCredit: AlamyRuud van Nistelrooy is a huge fan of the youngsterCredit: GettyAfter a whirlwind first few days at the relegation-threatened club, Van Nistelrooy is identifying areas of the team he wants to improve in the January transfer window.SunSport has learned the ex-Man Utd interim is planning to use his contacts at Old Trafford to sign starlet Toby Collyer.Van Nistelrooy is set to make a loan bid for the 20-year-old midfielder.The new Leicester boss believes he could be a key asset in their battle to avoid the drop.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe worked closely with Collyer during his time as assistant to Erik ten Hag.The highly-rated youngster has produced “freakish” running stats in training that can only be bettered by Bruno Fernandes. United have no interest in selling Collyer, who joined the club’s academy two years ago from Brighton.But they could be open-minded to a loan move, especially to a manager who they know will give him opportunities in the first-team.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSCollyer made his senior debut in the Community Shield defeat to Manchester City in August.He has since featured twice, including as half-time sub for Casemiro as United were beaten 3-0 by Liverpool in the Premier League.Pundit Steve Sidwell has tipped Collyer to be a “shining star just like Kobbie Mainoo”.Gary Neville throws DRINK over Carragher after Liverpool blow Newcastle lead as fans say ‘he was gonna go for him there’ More

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      TNT Sports commentator lined up for Northampton manager job to replace Jon Brady

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      ROBBIE SAVAGE is in the frame for the vacant Northampton job.Jon Brady resigned at the League One outfit yesterday after three-and-a-half years in charge with the club 21st in the table.TNT Sports commentator Robbie Savage is being lined up to take the Northampton jobCredit: GettyHe has led Macclesfield to the top of the league in his first managerial jobCredit: The TimesAnd SunSport understands Macclesfield boss Savage has impressed the Cobblers hierarchy.Savage, 50, took over as manager of the Northern Premier League side last summer.The ex-Wales and Blackburn midfielder has led Macclesfield to the top of the division in his first managerial post.Brady’s assistant Ian Sampson has been put in interim charge of Northampton and will lead the team in Monday’s home game against Peterborough.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLA statement from Cobblers Chairman Kelvin Thomason said: “Upon receiving Jon’s resignation yesterday, the Board of Directors have discussed matters and given the circumstances have agreed to accept.”We really appreciate what Jon has done for the club, initially within the academy and over the last four years or so as first team manager.”I personally appreciated Jon’s kind words earlier this week when he acknowledged how well supported he had been by the club.”However we also all fully understand the real pressures that come with being a manager and while we all would have preferred things to be different, we understand Jon’s decision. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”We will now work with Jon and the LMA on his exit agreement.”In the meantime we are fortunate that we have a talented, passionate and experienced staff, headed up by Ian Sampson, to oversee things in the interim and allow us the time to work through matters. Bromley boss Andy Woodman shares craziest EFL memories including players’ full on fight in club shop I What the EFL?!”We also firmly believe we have both the talent and quality within the squad and every confidence in the players at the club.”It is clear we are a bit of a wounded animal on the pitch at the moment, but we know that the Cobblers supporters will always step up when needed and are sure they will get behind the lads at Sixfields on Monday.” More