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      Man Utd want Jan Oblak transfer as Erik ten Hag targets Atletico Madrid keeper to replace David de Gea as new No1

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are targeting a move for Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak, according to reports.Erik ten Hag is said to be on the lookout for a new No1 between the sticks.
      Manchester United are reportedly keen on Atletico Madrid star Jan OblakCredit: Reuters
      Current first choice David de Gea is out of contract at the end of the season, although there is an option for a further 12 months.
      But, Jeunes Footeux say since taking over the reigns at United, Ten Hag has not been “convinced” by the Spaniard.
      The Dutchman is already reported to be looking ahead to next season and is on the hunt for a top-level goalie.
      And he is claimed to be eyeing a swoop for Oblak.
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      Oblak himself is out of contract at Atletico Madrid at the end of the current campaign.
      The 29-year-old could be available for a cut-price fee in January or on a free in the summer if he doesn’t sign a new deal.
      Slovenian goalkeeper Oblak is widely regarded as one of the best stopper’s in world football.
      It’s claimed the Red Devils are even prepared to double Oblak’s wages to £300k-a-week in order to lure him to Old Trafford.
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      Although that wouldn’t even be enough to get into the top five earners at United.
      But the Red Devils aren’t the only team in the hunt for Oblak’s signature.
      Paris Saint-Germain are also reported to be interested, with the French club not 100 per cent convinced by Italian international Gianluigi Donnarumma.
      The Red Devils are also reportedly set to battle it out with Liverpool for teenage sensation Jude Bellingham.
      The two bitter rivals are poised to go head-to-head to try and snap up the England star next summer. More

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      Shakhtar Donetsk rejected £26m Everton transfer bid for ‘Ukrainian Neymar’ Mudryk who has heart set on Arsenal

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      SHAKHTAR DONETSK rejected a £26million from Everton for Mykhaylo Mudryk in the summer transfer window.The 21-year-old winger – nicknamed the “Ukrainian Neymar” – is one of the most highly-rated attackers in Europe and has received interest from the likes of Brentford and Arsenal.
      Mudryk has been heavily linked with a move to EnglandCredit: AFP
      He has started the season in fine form, scoring once and assisting twice against RB Leipzig in the Champions League, before adding another goal in last night’s 1-1 draw with Celtic.
      And it has now been revealed by Shakhtar’s director of football Darijo Srna that Everton submitted a formal offer for the player in the summer.
      He told CBS Sports: “We received an offer of €30million [from Everton]. And when our president doesn’t sell a player for €30m, especially in such difficult times, he is sending a message to everyone that he wants to progress in the Champions League and to win the championship.
      “Mudryk is a serious talent. After Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr, he’s the best player in Europe in his position.
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      “If someone wants to buy Mudryk they must spend a lot, a lot, a lot of money and respect our club and our president.”
      Mudryk has previously spoken about a potential move to the Premier League.
      And he name-checked Arsenal as a club who he would not be able to reject if they came calling.
      He said: “Arsenal is a very good team with very good coach and I like the way they play.
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      “From my side, I can’t say no [to Arsenal] but the transfer is not only my decision. It’s a lot of people, like the president of Shakhtar and the club. 
      “Every guy dreams about the Premier League. It’s a top league and everyone wants to play in it. But the speculation has passed and I must move forward and focus on Shakhtar and in winter we will see what will happen.
      “There was a lot of discussions about a transfer and clubs who want me, but it’s normal. Now I am at Shakhtar and I want to play in this team. I love this team. I love every guy in this team.
      “Shakhtar for me is home, but I want to always improve myself and achieve new goals. Now, all my thoughts are only about Shakhtar but in the winter we will see.”
      Mudryk also talked about being compared with Neymar.
      “It’s not the Ukrainian Neymar. It’s Ukrainian Mudryk. This sounds better,” he said.
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      “I think the nickname and the comparison with Neymar is a big compliment. But I am my own player.
      “I work hard every day. My vision hasn’t changed. I need to keep improving my individual game and working hard if I want to earn that praise and be compared to top players.” More

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      Chelsea confirm Graham Potter’s backroom staff with manager raiding Brighton for key coaches

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      CHELSEA have confirmed new manager Graham Potter’s backroom staff ahead of his first game in charge on Wednesday.The ex-Brighton boss replaced Thomas Tuchel last week after the German was sacked after a poor start to the campaign.
      Potter’s backroom staff has been confirmed after his move to ChelseaCredit: PA
      Within 24 hours of Tuchel’s dismissal Potter was confirmed as his successor.
      And he was due to kickstart his spell at Stamford Bridge away at Fulham on Saturday.
      But football was postponed over the weekend following the death of The Queen.
      It means Potter’s first game in charge now comes at home to RB Salzburg in the Champions League this evening.
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      And just hours before the clash, Chelsea announced their new manager’s seven key lieutenants.
      His confirmed backroom staff is as follows:

      Billy Reid – Assistant Coach
      Bjorn Hamberg – Assistant Coach
      Bruno – Assistant Coach
      Anthony Barry – Assistant Coach
      Hilario – Goalkeeper Coach
      Ben Roberts – Goalkeeper Coach
      Kyle Macaulay – Recruitment

      Reid comes to West London having previously been Potter’s assistant at Ostersunds, Swansea City and Brighton, while Hamberg and Macaulay have been working alongside Potter for more than a decade.
      Brighton legend Bruno took up a role with Potter in 2019 after hanging up his boots as a player for the Seagulls.
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      But there are still a couple of familiar faces at Chelsea who have been kept on following the appointment of Potter.
      Barry, who has been a part of the backroom staff at Stamford Bridge since 2020, will remain an assistant coach.
      And goalkeeping coach Hilario, who made 39 appearances for the Blues between 2006 and 2012, will also stay at the club under Potter.
      He will be joined by Roberts – who was between the sticks for Middlesbrough against Chelsea in the 1997 FA Cup final.
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      Roberts, who arrives at Stamford Bridge with Potter, conceded the fastest-ever FA Cup final goal when Roberto Di Matteo scored after just 42 seconds at Wembley.
      Chelsea went on to beat Boro 2-0 and lift the trophy for a second time. More

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      AC Milan ‘already looking at new striker transfer for January amid Divock Origi struggles since Liverpool move’

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      AC MILAN are reportedly looking to replace Divock Origi in January.That’s despite only signing the striker this summer.
      New AC Milan signing Divock Origi could find himself being replaced in JanuaryCredit: Getty
      Origi, 27, joined the Italian champions on a free transfer from Liverpool after his contract expired.
      The Belgian won the Premier League and Champions League during his seven years at Anfield while gaining cult icon status by the Kop faithful thanks to his string of vital goals.
      Milan fans were expecting big things in their bid to defend their Serie A title.
      However, Origi has made just three appearances so far this term – all from the bench.
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      He is yet to score a goal or register an assist.
      And Calciomercato claim Milan chiefs are beginning to regret handing Origi a four-year deal.
      The Italians are already without talisman Zlatan Ibrahimovic, leaving Olivier Giroud and Rafael Leao as the only reliable attackers.
      Origi is now expected to regain his composure and step up to the plate fast after several injuries.
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      But San Siro heads are already drawing up plans to sign a replacement in the winter window.
      Lille’s Jonathan David is understood to be Milan’s top choice, with four goals and two assists in seven games already this term.
      RB Salzburg’s Noah Okafor is another option for Stefano Pioli.
      And he could be available for a bargain £25million.
      But in the meantime, Pioli hopes Origi can overcome his personal problems and become an effective squad player.
      After leaving Origi out of the weekend win over Sampdoria due to injury, Pioli said: “It’s disappointing, because he’s a good player, but he didn’t feel right at the end of the training session.
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      “The muscle was hardening up, so it was best not to risk it. Olivier can play every game, and I have many other players who can also play in that position. 
      “I’m not worried about Origi’s injury. He is a player we strongly wanted and I’m now hoping to have him back after the [international] break.” More

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      Tottenham in line for cash boost over Marcus Edwards transfer clause with Sporting Lisbon star having £52m release fee

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      TOTTENHAM could pocket £26million should former starlet Marcus Edwards depart Sporting Lisbon, according to reports.The 23-year-old, who made just one Spurs senior appearance after coming through the club’s academy, was let go in 2019.
      Sporting Lisbon ace Marcus Edwards starred against former employers Tottenham on TuesdayCredit: AFP
      Edwards showed Spurs what they are missing as he impressed in Sporting’s 2-0 Champions League group stage winCredit: Reuters
      He linked up with Portuguese side Vitoria on a free transfer – just three years after he was compared to Lionel Messi by Mauricio Pochettino.
      Spurs allowed him to make the move to Vitoria for nothing in exchange for a 50 per cent sell-on fee.
      And after impressing with the Primeira Liga outfit, he was snapped up by Sporting earlier this year for around £9m.
      According to the Telegraph, Antonio Conte’s side agreed with Sporting to transfer his sell-on clause to his new contract, instead of banking £4.5m.
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      Edwards’ new deal boasts a whopping £52m release clause, which Spurs would be eligible to receive £26m.
      Spurs would also be able to snap him up in theory for £26m if they wish to re-sign him.
      The England youth international – capable of playing as an attacking midfielder, winger or centre-forward – showed Tottenham what they are missing on Tuesday.
      Edwards starred in Sporting’s shock 2-0 victory against Conte’s men at the Jose Alvalade Stadium.
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      And he almost capped his impressive performance with an iconic solo goal, but he spurned his chance from close range.
      The former Norwich loanee picked up the ball near the halfway line, glided past Eric Dier, before shrugging the England international away and breezing past Ivan Perisic.
      He then played a neat one-two with Francisco Trincao, skipped past Cristian Romero in the box, only to see his close-range shot brilliantly saved by Hugo Lloris.

      Speaking after the match, Edwards revealed his desire to return to the Premier League one day.
      The youngster told BT Sport: “It feels great and I think we deserved it. We showed how we can play.
      “I wouldn’t say extra special, but it was a special feeling to play against Spurs. It was good to see people I know – players and coaching staff.
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      “I stayed the same. Focus was the same. It’s a proper family environment here and I couldn’t be happier.
      “It’s home, so of course I want to come back there [to the Premier League] one day. I just focus on what I’m doing here for now.” More

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      Newcastle and West Ham among Prem clubs interested in cut-price Viktor Tsygankov transfer from Dynamo Kyiv

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      NEWCASTLE UNITED and West Ham are the latest Premier League clubs “keeping an eye” on Dynamo Kyiv’s Viktor Tsygankov.The 24-year-old midfielder will become a free agent in June.
      Newcastle are allegedly keen on signing Dynamo Kiev’s Viktor TsygankovCredit: Getty
      And the Ukrainian international already has a number of teams monitoring his situation.
      Now Jeunes Footeux say that Eddie Howe’s Newcastle and David Moyes at West Ham are plotting a swoop.
      However, they are also joined by fellow Premier League side Wolves.
      The report states that Tsygankov “isn’t lacking suitors” due to his “interesting profile” and versatility, with the ace equally capable of playing down the right and left.
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      The prospect of getting him for nothing next summer or for a cut-price deal in January is proving to be very attractive.
      And the ace is unlikely to demand a huge wage package either – which is also a big bonus.
      Wolves boss Bruno Lage is expected to lose Adama Traore as his contract is expiring at the end of the season.
      That could mean that he views Tsygankov as an ideal replacement for the Spanish international winger.
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      West Ham are also looking to bolster their attack, as are Newcastle.
      Both clubs may decide to try and bring in reinforcements once the transfer window opens in January.
      And that could also lead to them trying to snap up Tsygankov for a cut-price figure. 
      But the star is also wanted elsewhere.
      This latest report also states that German powerhouse Borussia Dortmund are keen as are Bundesliga rivals Leipzig. More

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      Brighton put Mainz 05 head coach Bo Svensson on shortlist to become new boss as Graham Potter replacement

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      BRIGHTON have reportedly identified Mainz 05 boss Bo Svensson as a primary candidate to take over from Graham Potter. The Seagulls have been on the lookout for a new boss since Potter departed to take up the Chelsea job.
      Mainz manager Bo Svensson has been earmarked to take over as the new Brighton bossCredit: Getty
      Bo Svensson favours a similar playing style to Graham PotterCredit: AP
      Graham Potter has overseen Chelsea training ahead of his first game against RB SalzburgCredit: AFP
      Club chiefs had reportedly been preparing contingency plans for Potter’s departure for some time, and are now putting these plans in place.
      According to The Athletic, Svensson is the latest candidate Brighton have shortlisted as their potential new manager.
      Ex-Shakhtar Donetsk coach Roberto De Zerbi and Bodo/Glimt’s Kjetil Knutsen are reportedly also in discussions to take over the position.
      Club owner and chairman Tony Bloom, chief executive Paul Barber and technical director David Weir are all understood to be involved in the recruitment process for their new manager.
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      Svensson, 43, brought Mainz up the German league table last season, with an impressive eighth-placed finish.
      And an impressive start to this season sees The 05ers in sixth spot.
      Svensson also favours a similar playing style to Potter, setting up his Mainz team in a 3-4-2-1 or 3-5-2 shape in games this season.
      Under Potter, Brighton went from a side treading water in the Premier League to one of the most enthralling teams to watch.
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      Last season’s ninth-placed finish was their highest ever ranking in the Premier League, having finished no higher than 15th in the four years prior.
      Smart recruitment and savvy coaching has enabled the club to cultivate an identifiable philosophy both on and off the pitch, which has seen them – like Brentford – champion data-driven analysis as a keystone to their success.
      Whichever new boss is brought in will also need to bring in a new set of staff after Potter rinsed Brighton’s backroom by taking five coaches and analysts with him to Chelsea.
      Potter’s first game at Chelsea will be their test tonight against RB Salzburg, with The Blues hoping to bounce back from last weeks surprise defeat to Dinamo Zagreb. More

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      Newcastle set to snap-up 17-year-old Australian wonderkid Garang Kuol in shock transfer after international call-up

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      NEWCASTLE are set to sign 17-year-old wonderkid Garang Kuol, according to reports.The Australian has just received a shock call-up to the national team ahead of the World Cup at the end of this year.
      Garang Kuol is set to join Newcastle
      And BeIN Sports Australia suggest his week is about to get better claiming he is on the cusp of moving to the Premier League.
      He has reportedly agreed personal terms with Newcastle and is set to sign a long-term contract worth £25,000-a-week.
      Kuol plays for Central Coast Mariners and he has scored five goals in 11 first-team matches.
      The plan is for the teenager to stay at the A-League side until January before joining the Magpies where he will then be loaned out.
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      Eddie Howe’s side have reportedly not paid too much for the attacker but the club selling him could receive more in the future through add-ons and a sell-on clause.
      Kuol has even caught the attention of Barcelona after impressing manager Xavi in a pre-season friendly when an A-League All Stars team played the LaLiga giants.
      It is claimed that Kwakuh Mensah, who represents Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, is involved in the deal and will fly to Australia to help conclude the transfer.
      Kuol has an incredible rise to stardom with his family fleeing Sudan before he was born and he grew up in Egypt. But his family left to move to Australia as refugees.
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      He is from a football family with his elder brother Alou Kuol playing for Bundesliga side Stuttgart.
      Newcastle are back in action this weekend and face Bournemouth in the Premier League.
      They are currently 11th in the table but have lost just one match this season. More