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      Brighton set to launch transfer bid for Mykola Matviyenko in January with Shakhtar Donetsk talks underway

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      BRIGHTON are reportedly interested in signing Shakhtar Donetsk defender Mykola Matviyenko in the January transfer window.The 26-year-old, who can play as a centre-half or left-back, was linked with a move to Arsenal back in 2020 before they brought in Pablo Mari.
      Matviyenko has been linked with a move to England for several yearsCredit: Getty
      But now it is Brighton who are keen to bring him to the Premier League following the appointment of manager Roberto De Zerbi.
      The Italian head coach, 43, worked with Matviyenko during his one season with Shakhtar.
      And according to The Athletic, he is now hoping to link up with him once more on the south coast.
      It is thought Ukrainian international Matviyenko would set Brighton back around £17.2million.
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      But given they raked in £62m for the sale of Marc Cucurella to Chelsea during the summer, it is understood they have the funds to reinvest into the team.
      Matviyenko has played 144 times for Shakhtar and won two league titles.
      He has also received 54 caps from the Ukraine national team and was a part of the side which reached the quarter-finals of last year’s European Championships.
      Things are said to be in the early stages when it comes to Brighton’s move for Matviyenko – with negotiations yet to take place.
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      But De Zerbi will undoubtedly want to begin to mould the squad around his ideas as the Seagulls look to move on from Graham Potter.
      Brighton secured their first win under their new manager on Saturday afternoon as they thrashed Potter’s new side Chelsea 4-1 at the Amex Stadium.
      The result takes them back up to eighth in the table, with Premier League games against Wolves and Aston Villa before the break for the World Cup. More

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      Arsenal send scouts to watch Brazil and Palmeiras midfield youngster Danilo ahead of January transfer swoop

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      ARSENAL reportedly sent scouts to watch Palmeiras and Brazil midfielder Danilo last week.The Gunners are thought to be interested in signing the 21-year-old youngster in January, with SunSport confirming recently that Mikel Arteta is set to splash £50million in the mid-season window.
      Danilo is being heavily linked with a move to the EmiratesCredit: Getty
      And, according to journalist Ekrem Konur, they stepped up their pursuit of the international by having club representatives monitor him during Palmeiras’ 3-1 win over Athletico Paranaense.
      However, it did not go as Danilo or the Arsenal scouts would have planned as the holding midfielder was substituted at half-time.
      The Brazilian international made way for Gabriel Menino – a change which turned the game.
      Danilo’s departure came with Palmeiras 1-0 down, before they went on to win the game 3-1.
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      As a result, it was not the most glowing of lights for Arsenal to see Danilo in.
      However, it is believed they remain keen and could try to prize him away in January for a fee of around £26m.
      Arsenal have a reputation for signing Brazilian talent for a cut-price, with Gabriel Martinelli arriving for £6m in 2019 and Marquinhos for £3m this summer.
      But that will be a difficult task given he is a key player in Palmeiras’ squad and has a contract which runs until 2026.
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      He has made 137 appearances for the club, scoring 12 goals.
      And his performances have seen him catch the eye of Brazil manager Tite – who called him up to the national team earlier this year.
      But he is yet to receive his first cap so a place in their World Cup squad is still uncertain.
      That could prove to be good news for Arsenal as a move to Europe is something reports suggest could help with his hopes of going to Qatar.
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      The Brazilian season also concludes before the World Cup, making it an opportune time for Danilo to move.
      As well as Danilo, Arsenal are also reportedly interested in Shakhtar Donetsk’s young Ukrainian international Mykhaylo Mudryk and Villarreal’s exciting 20-year-old winger Yeremy. More

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      Franck Kessie’s agent slams ‘fake news’ linking ‘unhappy’ Man Utd target with exit six months after Barcelona transfer

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      FRANCK KESSIE’S agent has slammed rumours linking the midfielder with a move away from Barcelona as “fake news”.The 25-year-old joined Barca on a free transfer in the summer.
      Franck Kessie has started just two league games for BarcelonaCredit: Rex
      Kessie joined Barcelona as a free agent in JulyCredit: Getty
      But he has started just twice in La Liga since arriving at the Nou Camp.
      Reports in Italy have even linked Kessie with a quick exit from Barcelona as soon as January, with former club AC Milan claimed to be keen.
      Now Kessie’s agent, George Atangana, has put those rumours to bed.
      Atangana told Mundo Deportivo on the links: “They are fake news, totally false.
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      “Kessie is very happy at Barca and in Barcelona.
      “He’s only been at the club for a few months and he’s still in the process of adapting to the team and the Barca style of play, which has nothing to do with the rest of the clubs, and, therefore, it takes time.”
      Manchester United were previously linked with Kessie before he decided to join Barca.
      But Atangana vowed Kessie will work hard to earn a place in Xavi’s team after turning down other offers in the summer in favour of the Spaniards.
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      Atangana continued: “Kessie will continue working to earn a place in the team. He is not a player who gives up easily.
      “He had other offers in the summer and bet heavily on Barca.”
      Kessie has played 12 times in total for Barcelona, but the majority of his appearances have from the bench. More

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      Newcastle targeting wonderkid Eguinaldo, 18, in January transfer but must pay £26m for Brazilian second-tier winger

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      NEWCASTLE are lining up a January swoop for Brazilian wonderkid Eguinaldo.The winger’s agent has confirmed Toon are one of several clubs keen on a move this winter.
      Vasco’s teen winger Eguinaldo is being lined up for a £26m Newcastle moveCredit: Alamy
      But Newcastle will have to meet Eguinaldo’s £26million release clause to get a deal over the line.
      The Vasco ace, who stars in Brazil’s second tier, can play across the entire front three but is most at home on the left.
      Eguinaldo, 18, has three goals in 18 games this season.
      And Newcastle have been keeping close tabs after seeing compatriots Joelinton and Bruno Guimaraes shine at St James’ Park.
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      Eguinaldo only recently signed a new five-year deal with Vasco.
      But that included a new release clause worth £26m for interested parties.
      Eguinaldo’s agent has now confirmed Newcastle could meet that figure once the January window opens.
      However, they may have to move quickly due to interest from other sides.
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      Reports in Brazil claim West Ham’s Head of Recruitment was seen at Vasco’s training ground last week.
      And that could heat things up in the race for Eguinaldo.
      His agent told Canal do Pedrosa: “There is an observation from Newcastle over Eguinaldo.
      “But there is also the observation of several other clubs.
      “These are very early things and they are not even considered negotiations or anything very official.” More

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      ‘We value Mykhaylo Mudryk more than Antony’- Arsenal transfer fee for Shakhtar Donetsk star at least £85m, club confirm

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      SHAKHTAR DONETSK have dealt Arsenal a transfer warning by declaring Mykhaylo Mudryk is valued at over £85million.That’s after comparing him to Manchester United star Antony.
      Arsenal have been warned Mykhaylo Mudryk will cost over £85mCredit: Reuters
      Shakhtar value their star man more than Ajax did when selling Antony to Man UtdCredit: Getty
      Mudryk, 21, is taking football by storm with some top performances for his Ukrainian side.
      The versatile winger already has five goals in just eight games this season.
      And SunSport exclusively revealed this week that Mudryk is one of THREE signings Mikel Arteta hopes to make in January.
      It’s believed Arsenal had a bid rejected for the attacker late in the summer window.
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      But Gunners boss Arteta is now ready to return with a fresh bid potentially worth £50m.
      However, that’s well below Shakhtar’s asking price.
      Club chiefs are aware there is plenty of interest in Mudryk from across Europe, with Man City reportedly joining the race.
      That has driven up his value, and Shakhtar are also looking at fees paid for similar talents at the same age.
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      Man Utd landed Brazilian winger Antony, 21, from Ajax over the summer, paying £85m.
      And Shakhtar insist they value Mudryk MORE than Ajax valued Antony, meaning Arsenal may have to pay through the nose to get a deal done.
      Deputy sporting director Carlo Nicolini told Calciomercato: “Together with Kylian Mbappe, Rafa Leao and Vinicius Jr, Mudryk is the strongest player in his role.
      “Is £35m enough to buy him? We don’t speak for these figures, not even for £45m, we don’t even call the president to make the offer.
      “We value Mudryk more than United’s Antony – £85m. Floating between Arsenal and Man City? They are two teams that have taken an interest in the player.
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      “But there are also other clubs than can spend right away. We are not obliged to sell, we do not want to lose phenomena. We don’t want to shoot figures that aren’t realistic.
      “But in this team, he is the most decisive. If you want to take on certain players who make a difference in the top clubs, you also need the right money.” More

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      Man Utd outcast Donny van de Beek is January transfer target for Valencia but £100,000-a-week wages are huge problem

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      DONNY VAN DE BEEK could be offered a way out of his Manchester United hell by Valencia, according to reports.The Dutchman, 25, has failed to embed himself at United and has massively struggled for game time since his transfer to the club in 2020.
      Donny van de Beek could depart Man United in January for ValenciaCredit: Getty
      Van de Beek made his return to the United team against SheriffCredit: Getty
      And after making just 54 appearances – many of which have come from the bench – Van de Beek could finally be offered the chance to leave.
      According to TodoFichajes, Spanish side Valencia want to sign the midfielder in January.
      A loan is the most likely course of action with United willing to allow the move to happen in similar fashion to last year when they sanctioned a loan to Everton in January.
      However, his £100,000 per week wages are a huge stumbling block that needs to be overcome for a move to happen.
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      Valencia are insistent that United take on the majority of the burden, with their transfer goals for the window seeing them pursue two or three additions to the squad.
      But interest in Van de Beek is not limited to the Spaniards, with the likes of Leicester, AC Milan and Ajax among the clubs who were interested in the summer.
      With United accepting they are unlikely to recoup the £40million they shelled out for him, the Foxes are thought to be preparing a low-ball offer of £13m.
      The former Ajax star made his return to the United fold during the 3-0 win over Sheriff after a two-month absence.
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      United boss Erik ten Hag was said to be shocked by Van de Beek’s lack of confidence in the summer.
      But following his return to the team Ten Hag has insisted he has a role to play going forward despite not being first choice in the pecking order.
      After the Sheriff game he said: “Donny came in the last part and he also had some good positions in between the lines. I think that combination was good.
      “He was a long time out, I was happy to give him some minutes because you need that to get in the right form. He’s had to work himself back.
      “He’s not even one week in training, same as Harry Maguire, so I was really happy to give Donny and Harry minutes because we need them in the coming weeks.
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      “When you analyse the season so far, then if he was available he’d get his chance.
      “We need goals and I know Donny is really good in that position to score goals, but he’s also really good in defensive transition.” More

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      Man Utd warned off transfer target Victor Osimhen by Napoli chief as Italian giants tear up Serie A and Champions League

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have been told they will not be able to sign Victor Osimhen. Napoli director Cristiano Giuntoli warned clubs interested in the Nigerian forward that the club were not looking to change their squad in January.
      Victor Osimhen has been in strong form so far this seasonCredit: Reuters
      Osimhen was rested for his side’s 3-0 win over RangersCredit: Reuters
      As quoted by Fabrizio Romano, he said: “We are currently not focused on the market – and we’re not planning to do anything in January.
      “We want to keep this squad.”
      And such an idea makes sense considering Napoli sit three points clear at the top of Serie A and top of their Champions League group going into the final game.
      Osimhen himself has been a big part of this success, scoring five goals in nine games.
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      This includes strikes in each of his last three games after returning from an injury lay-off.
      The 23-year-old has previously been linked with Arsenal and Tottenham, as well as United.
      A fee for the striker is expected to be up to £102million.
      It had been reported that the Red Devils were prepared to offer wantaway star Cristiano Ronaldo as part of a package to secure Osimhen.
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      However, the deal was rejected, with Romano also adding that Giuntoli denied the rumours of any interest.
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      This Champions League winner looks unrecognisable after he came out of retirement to join new club

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      THIS former Champions League winner looks unrecognisable after coming out of retirement to play in his native country of Ghana. The 38-year-old is better known for his trophy-laden spell at Inter Milan.
      The Champions League winner plays for Hearts of Oak in GhanaCredit: TWITTER: SADDICK ADAMS
      He won eight major titles with Inter between 2008 and 2012.
      That includes two Serie A titles and a Champions League.
      The 84-cap former Ghana international retired from professional football in 2019.
      That was after an unsuccessful spell with Albacete.
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      But after three years out, new-look Sulley Muntari signed for Ghana Premier League champions Hearts of Oak back in February.
      Muntari will see out the remainder of the season with the local team and has appeared 11 times so far.
      And he has ditched his usual short hair for a longer look with a beard.
      The former Portsmouth ace and FA Cup winner isn’t the only high profile former Ghanaian to return to his native country to play.
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      Asamoah Gyan – who has 109caps and 51 international goals – played for Legon Cities FC.
      Muntari’s younger brother Sulley Muniru is also a professional footballer.
      The 29-year-old has been playing for FK Minsk in Belarus.
      Muntari’s best spells came at both Inter and AC MilanCredit: GETTY IMAGES More