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      Chelsea coach Anthony Barry ready to snub Huddersfield job to join Roberto Martinez and Thierry Henry with Belgium

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      CHELSEA coach Anthony Barry will be unavailable for an immediate move into a new job — as he is going to the World Cup with Belgium.Highly-rated backroom boy Barry, 36, was fancied by Huddersfield and has been linked with other clubs as a No 1.
      Chelsea coach Anthony Barry will not be taking charge of Championship outfit HuddersfieldCredit: Rex
      Barry has opted to continue his coaching role with Belgium ahead of the World Cup in NovemberCredit: AFP or licensors
      But he is due to assist Roberto Martinez and the Belgians in Qatar.
      Championship Terriers could not afford to lose him to international duty or wait until after the finals.
      Despite looking at former Manchester United skipper Michael Carrick, they are set to welcome back David Wagner for a second spell.
      Former Huddersfield gaffer Danny Schofield lasted just 69 days in charge after being promoted from the ranks.
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      Wagner was in charge of the Yorkshire outfit between November 2015 – January 2019.
      During his first spell in charge at the John Smith’s Stadium, he took Huddersfield to the Premier League after beating Reading on penalties in the 2017 Play-Off final.
      And he managed to guide Huddersfield to safety in the club’s opening season in the top-flight after finishing 16th.
      But after a horror start to the 2018-19 campaign, Wagner and Huddersfield agreed to terminate his contract by mutual consent.
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      Huddersfield were rooted to the bottom of the table at the time of his leaving, with the club subsequently relegated after winning just three out of their 38 matches.
      Following his departure, he was named as Schalke’s boss in July 2019, with the German club finishing 12th in the Bundesliga.
      But after a run of 18 league games without a victory stretching back to the end of the 2019-20 term, he was sacked in September 2020.
      A move to Swiss side Young Boys followed in July 2021, but he was axed in March as they trailed eventual champions FC Zurich by 15 points.
      And Wagner knows he faces a huge job to keep Huddersfield in the Championship with the Terriers sitting in 23rd spot having won just two out of their opening ten matches. More

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      Gary O’Neil set to stay as Bournemouth boss under new owner William Foley despite Sean Dyche links

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      GARY O’NEIL is set for extra time as Bournemouth boss under new owner William Foley.The American businessman is about to conclude a takeover deal and deciding on a full-time gaffer will be his first priority.
      Bournemouth caretaker manager Gary O’Neil is yet to lose any of his opening three games in chargeCredit: Reuters
      O’Neil, 39, has been in caretaker charge since Scott Parker was sacked last month.
      And sources close to Foley, 77, say he is happy with O’Neil’s work and has heard good things about him.
      The ex-Cherries coach has been nominated for the Prem’s Manager of the Month award.
      Ex-Burnley chief Sean Dyche is among those linked with the post but Foley looks set to stick with O’Neil for now.
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      The new owner is likely to review the squad and manager situation in January.
      Parker was relieved of his duties after Bournemouth lost three out of their opening four Premier League matches.
      But they are unbeaten under O’Neil, with the 39-year-old picking up five points (one win, two draws) from a possible nine.
      They are now up to 12th in the table having picked up points Wolves, Nottingham Forest and Newcastle.
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      Former Burnley gaffer Dyche declared last week how he would be open to taking charge of Bournemouth as he looks to return to the dugout.
      Commenting on the Cherries, he said: “There’s nothing that I wouldn’t look at.
      “Because in my career, I didn’t play in the Premier League but played loads of cup games against Premier League clubs and I played in all the other divisions.
      “I managed in the Championship, the Premier League as well. I’d never disrespect any club. I’ve been around the game since I was 16.”
      As for Parker, he has been linked with a shock switch to French outfit Nice with Lucien Favre under huge pressure following their poor start to the campaign. More

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      Arsenal send scouts to watch £44m-rated ‘next Luka Modric’ Lovro Majer in Croatia’s win over Denmark

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      ARSENAL are reportedly keeping tabs on Rennes midfielder Lovro Majer after scouting him in action for Croatia.The 24-year-old has been earning rave reviews in France since joining the Ligue 1 outfit from Dinamo Zagreb last year.
      Rennes star Lovro Majer has been likened to Croatian compatriot Luka ModricCredit: Reuters
      Arsenal are reportedly keen on Majer, having sent scouts to watch him against Denmark on ThursdayCredit: Getty
      He chipped in with six goals and nine assists in his first season with Bruno Genesio’s side.
      And he has maintained his impressive form this campaign, earning a regular spot in the Croatia squad.
      His dazzling displays have seen him compared to compatriot Luka Modric due to his playmaking abilities and box-to-box prowess.
      Both Majer and Modric have won three Croatian top-flight titles with Zagreb, but the former still has some way before he can reach the Real Madrid legend’s heights.
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      Mikel Arteta is keen to bolster his midfield in the January transfer window and the Mirror have stated Majer is on the club’s radar.
      It has been claimed that scouts watched him in Croatia’s 2-1 victory against Denmark in the Nations League on Thursday.
      And they will have been impressed with what they saw as Majer netted the winner after coming off the bench.
      It’s said to be the second time this term that table-toppers Arsenal scouts have watched him live.
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      But nine-cap Majer won’t come cheap, with Rennes believed to have slapped a £44million asking price on him.
      As well as Arsenal, Spanish giants Real Madrid and Barcelona are also understood to be interested.
      As well as Majer, Arsenal are also eyeing up a possible swoop for Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder Jesper Lindstrom having reportedly contacted his representatives.
      Meanwhile it remains to be seen whether they will go back in for Aston Villa’s Douglas Luiz, who has entered the final year of his contract at Villa Park.
      Arsenal had three bids rejected for the Brazilian on deadline day as they desperately looked to bring in back-up for Thomas Partey and Mohamed Elneny.
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      And Leicester contract rebel Youri Tielemans could be available in a cut-price transfer with the Belgian ace to become a free agent next summer.
      Juventus midfielder Manuel Locatelli is also claimed to be attracting interest from the Gunners after they failed to sign the Italian from Sassuolo last year. More

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      Chelsea ‘preparing stunning £30m transfer bid for Fulham wonderkid Luke Harris’ after teen scored hat-trick against them

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      CHELSEA are plotting a winter raid of west London rivals Fulham for wonderkid Luke Harris, it’s been claimed.The Wales Under-19 international turned the heads of several clubs last season with a string of stellar displays for the Cottagers’ Under-23s.
      Luke Harris put Chelsea to the sword in their U23s west London derby with Fulham last monthCredit: GETTY
      And the Blues are reportedly interested in snapping up the 17-year-old midfielderCredit: GETTY
      Harris has carried his good form into the new season, scoring a hat-trick against Chelsea last month.
      And, according to The Mirror, that fine performance has prompted the Blues to weigh up a winter swoop for his services.
      They claim Chelsea are willing to fork out a whopping £30million to sign the 17-year-old, who has one solitary first-team appearance to his name.
      The Blues’ pursuit of Harris is in keeping with co-owner Todd Boehly’s insistence on buying young talent for the future.
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      Chelsea signed SIX teenagers before the transfer window closed earlier this month – splashing out upwards of £48m to sign Eddie Beach, Carney Chukwuemeka, Gabriel Slonina, Omari Hutchinson, Zak Sturge and Cesare Casadei.
      Fulham will likely demand a hefty fee for Harris as he inked his first professional deal with the club earlier this month.
      Harris said: “I’m really pleased to extend my time here at Fulham having been here from a young age.
      “I couldn’t have done it without my parents who sacrificed a lot for me.
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      “Driving me away on the weekends as a young kid, so they deserve a lot of credit.
      “I’m enjoying my football and I’m very excited for what lies ahead. The club means a lot to me and my family.
      “I’m grateful to Fulham as they’ve given me opportunities and helped me progress from the Academy right through to the First Team.”
      Harris and his Fulham Under-21 team-mates will be back in action on Friday, welcoming Everton to Motspur Park.
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      Chelsea transfer boost as ‘RB Leipzig target Josip Sutalo as replacement for in-demand Blues target Josko Gvardiol’

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      RB LEIPZIG are reportedly plotting a move for Dinamo Zagreb’s Josip Sutalo as a replacement for Chelsea target Josko Gvardiol.Gvardiol, 20, was reportedly the subject of a £77million bid from the Blues late in the transfer window.
      Chelsea have received a boost in their pursuit of Josko GvardiolCredit: Getty
      RB Leipzig are chasing Josip Sutalo as a replacement for his fellow CroatianCredit: Getty
      Then-boss Thomas Tuchel wanted to secure Gvardiol’s signature ahead of Man City before loaning him back to Leipzig for the season.
      But a huge offer for the centre-back was rejected as the deadline approached.
      Chelsea’s hopes of securing the star were then dealt a major blow when Leipzig announced that he had signed a new long-term contract until 2027.
      But new boss Graham Potter is thought to be an admirer, and owner Todd Boehly is ready to go back for Gvardiol after the Croatia international opened the door for a move to Stamford Bridge as early as January.
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      Now transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has added to the speculation by claiming that Leipzig are ready a swoop for Sutalo to fill the potential void left by Gvardiol.
      He tweeted: “RB Leipzig are interested in Dinamo Zagreb’s centre back Josip Sutalo. There are more than three clubs in the race, including English and Spanish clubs – as he’s considered a top talent.
      “Talks will continue in the next months for Sutalo’s next step.”
      Fellow Croatian international Sutalo is two years older than his compatriot.
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      He came through the ranks at Zagreb and already has experience of playing in the Europa League.
      The centre-back made his Croatian debut in June’s 1-0 victory over Denmark in the Nations League and has collected two more caps since.
      Meanwhile, when quizzed about Chelsea’s interest and his future earlier this month, Gvardiol said: “I am happy at Leipzig, I still have a lot to learn and need to work on myself.
      “I have people who deal with it, I didn’t think about a transfer.
      “We’ll see what happens in the winter.” More

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      Richarlison reveals Antonio Conte phone call key to £60m Tottenham transfer after Arsenal and Chelsea bids

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      TOTTENHAM striker Richarlison has revealed a phone call from Antonio Conte proved pivotal in him joining the club from Everton.The 25-year-old linked up with Spurs in a £60million deal in the summer on a long-term contract until 2027.
      Richarlison has declared a phone call from Antonio Conte was key in him joining TottenhamCredit: EPA
      And he has already proven to be a hit with fans having chipped in with two goals and as many assists in eight games in all competitions.
      Spurs weren’t the only team in for the ex-Watford ace, with Chelsea failing to hijack his switch to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
      Even Arsenal were interested in the 2019 Copa America winner after making contact with the Toffees.
      But Richarlison, who scored twice in Brazil’s 3-0 win over Ghana on Friday night, has stated only Spurs were willing to match Everton’s asking price.
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      Quoted by Goal during the international break, Richarlison also opened up on the role Conte played in his transfer.
      He said: “I know Chelsea made an offer, and I believe Arsenal also contacted Everton to ask about my situation.
      “But Spurs came in and paid the fee, you know? It’s as simple as that.
      “Everton had to sell some players to avoid a Financial Fair Play problem, and the negotiations were very brief, to be honest.
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      “I was on holiday in Brazil when I heard that Tottenham had made Everton an offer.
      “I was happy because they are a huge team.
      “Then it was all about the clubs negotiating a deal, and fortunately, everything went well.
      “Antonio Conte called me during the negotiations and expressed how much he’d like to have me on board – that was vital for my decision.”
      Richarlison will be looking to show Arsenal what they are missing in the North London derby next week.
      A win at the Emirates for the visitors would see Conte’s side leapfrog the Gunners at the top of the Premier League table. More

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      Liverpool could have completed Jude Bellingham transfer for just £9,000.. but must now pay £130m for Man Utd target

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      LIVERPOOL could have reportedly signed Jude Bellingham for just £9,000.But they will now have to pay £130MILLION to land the England star ahead of Manchester United.
      Liverpool could have signed £130m-rated Jude Bellingham for just £9,000Credit: Getty
      Liverpool are known to be in the market for a new midfielder after being hit by numerous injuries this season.
      And Bellingham, 19, is reportedly at the top of Jurgen Klopp’s shopping list for next summer.
      It’s believed that the Reds will have to break the bank for his signature though.
      That’s because Bellingham’s current club Borussia Dortmund value the ace at a whopping £130m.
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      But the Athletic claims Liverpool could have landed Bellingham almost a decade ago for a fraction of price.
      The teenager was playing at Under-11 level when Liverpool invited him for a two-day trial at Kirkby.
      Bellingham blew the coaches and scouts away with his talent.
      And an offer quickly came in for the youngster to join Liverpool.
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      The grand total of the transfer would have come in at £9,000.
      However, it required Bellingham’s family to swap the Midlands for Merseyside.
      And after much deliberation, they decided to stay put in Birmingham.
      It’s added that Liverpool respected the decision, and have been closely monitoring Bellingham’s progress ever since.
      But there is added interest in Bellingham this time too.
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      Man United, Chelsea and Man City are all thought to be keen on striking a deal.
      Bellingham has his admirers abroad too, with Real Madrid also considering a swoop. More

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      Man Utd, Newcastle and Tottenham all set to bid for Endrick as transfer race for 16-year-old wonderkid hots up

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      THREE Premier League clubs are prepared to bid for Palmeiras wonderkid Endrick in the near future, reports claim.Endrick, 16, joined the Palmeiras academy at the age of 11 and has since scored 165 goals.
      Man Utd, Tottenham and Newcastle are set to bid for EndrickCredit: EPA
      The striker is yet to make his first team debut, but a number of European giants already consider him a top prospect.
      And according to Brazilian journalist Jorge Nicola, Manchester United, Newcastle and Tottenham have joined the race to sign him.
      All three clubs are lining up a bid for Endrick, who has already scored five goals in four appearances for Brazil’s U17’s squad.
      But, they face competition from both Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain for his signature.
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      Nicola claims that Los Blancos have “never stopped monitoring” the young star while PSG “seem like the favourites” to sign him at this stage.
      Endrick has a £35million release clause so any Prem club will have to trigger that before tabling a huge contract offer in a bid to lure him away from Paris or Madrid.
      Tottenham are on the hunt for a potential long-term replacement for Harry Kane, who could be on his way to Bayern Munich next summer.
      The England skipper is reportedly ‘tempted’ by the prospect of a move with the German giants prepared to make a huge offer.
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      Meanwhile Man Utd are seeking a replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo, who has been pushing for a move away from Old Trafford since July.
      The Red Devils failed to sign Christopher Nkunku, Darwin Nunez and Erling Haaland during the summer so Erik ten Hag is prepared to jump at the chance to sign another attacker.
      Newcastle boss Eddie Howe strengthened his attack over the summer by signing Alexander Isak in a club-record £63m transfer from Real Sociedad.
      But, introducing Endrick would provide more competition for the Swede as well as Callum Wilson and Chris Wood. More