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      Southampton close in on Duje Caleta-Car after Marseille defender jets in to London to seal transfer

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      SOUTHAMPTON are closing in on a deal to sign Marseille defender Duje Caleta-Car.The Croatia international has entered the final year of his contract with the Ligue 1 club and is seen as a replacement for Jan Bednarek, who is on the brink of joining West Ham.
      Duje Caleta-Car has been capped 23 times by the Croatian national teamCredit: Getty
      Caleta-Car has reportedly jetted to London ahead of a move to the Premier League.
      The transfer of Bednarek to The Hammers will be a season long loan move as West Ham anticipate the departure of one of their own defenders.
      Craig Dawson has fallen down the pecking order at the London Stadium after David Moyes sanctioned the arrival of two new central defenders.
      Subsequently, Dawson has been the subject of interest from both Wolves and Aston Villa.
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      And Dawson’s expected departure has sparked a transfer domino which will see West Ham bring in Bednarek and Southampton bring in Caleta-Car.
      Caleta-Car, 25, played 26 times in Ligue 1 last season, keeping nine clean sheets in those games.
      With him in the side Marseille also made it all the way to the Semi-Finals of the Europa Conference League, but he was benched for the second leg of the tie against Feyenoord.
      Southampton have been busy revamping their defensive department this summer, with a new goalkeeper and a defender brought in.
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      Gavin Bazunu and Armel Bella-Kotchap have both enjoyed impressive starts to the season, helping Southampton pick up an unlikely win against Thomas Tuchel’s Chelsea.
      Southampton look set to be busy on deadline day, with a loan move for Ainsley Maitland-Niles, two transfers from Manchester City’s academy, a transfer for Cody Gakpo and a late move for Maxime Lacroix also reportedly in the works. More

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      Fulham set to rival Tottenham for Dan James after failing in £10m transfer bid for Ben Brereton Diaz

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      FULHAM are considering a loan move for Leeds United forward Dan James after failing in a bid for Ben Brereton Diaz.Blackburn Rovers have rejected the Premier League club’s offer to sign the Chile international as they hold out for around £15million.
      Daniel James is wanted by Fulham and TottenhamCredit: Rex
      Ben Brereton Diaz, who scored Blackburn’s winner against Blackpool last night, is a late target for FulhamCredit: Getty
      The Cottagers, who saw Justin Kluivert’s move from Roma collapse over a work permit, are considering another offer for Brereton Diaz but are also looking into a deal for James.
      The former Manchester United winger is also a target for Tottenham.
      The interest from Antonio Conte’s side comes as Spurs want to add another attacking option to their squad ahead of the hectic schedule this autumn.
      Games will now be coming thick and fast as the season goes into overdrive to accommodate the winter World Cup in Qatar.
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      Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag referred to this as part of the reasoning behind their signing of Antony.
      And despite not having European football, Fulham will also feel the pressure of the congested fixture list.
      With the deal for Kluivert collapsing and a move for Brereton Diaz in jeopardy, James appears to be a Premier League proven player who can come in as a quick fix.
      Leeds boss Jesse Marsch has previously not ruled out the Welshman’s departure.
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      He previously said: “I like Dan and I think he has been a big part of what we have done here before I came and since I have been here.
      “I don’t anticipate big movement in the group, but we have to see what happens.”
      However, Fulham’s pursuit of James could be eased after they signed former Chelsea and Arsenal winger Willian. More

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      Fulham complete Willian transfer as ex-Arsenal and Chelsea star joins for free after terminating Corinthians contract

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      FORMER Chelsea and Arsenal star Willian has joined Fulham on a one-year deal.The 34-year-old was a free agent after leaving Brazilian side Corinthians when his deal expired at the end of last season.
      Willian is best known for his days at ChelseaCredit: PA
      He has been training with the Cottagers prior to signing for the club.
      Willian said: “I’m happy to be here, I’m happy to be back in the Premier League.
      “Fulham is a special club, a club that wants to improve, that wants to fight for something bigger, so I’m here to help, and I cant wait to get started.”
      The veteran will add some much needed Premier League experience to the squad having won two titles during his seven year stay at Chelsea.
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      Willian featured 339 times for the club scoring 63 goals.
      He followed up his spell at the Blues making the move across London to join Arsenal, where he spent one season.
      Fulham are having a busy deadline day as they look to sign a plethora of players before the window slams shut.
      Marcos Silva’s side are close to completing the signing of Carlos Vinicius, the former Tottenham striker, in a £9.5million deal from Benfica.
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      They have also signed PSG left-back Layvin Kurzawa after Nice signed Joe Bryan on loan.
      Leeds winger Dan James also remains a target as they look to secure a loan deal for the Welshman.
      Fulham also saw an opening bid of £6million rejected by Blackburn Rovers for Ben Brereton Diaz and they could return with an improved offer.
      Silva has been crying out for more players previously hinting at the fact he thought he did not have a big enough squad to compete in the Premier League.
      But the West Londoners have started the season fantastically and currently sit 7th with eight points from five games. More

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      Arsenal agree to let Hector Bellerin leave on free transfer to join Barcelona despite having 12 months left on contract

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      ARSENAL have agreed to let Hector Bellerin leave on a free transfer, according to reports.The 27-year-old is now set to join Barcelona.
      Arsenal have terminated Hector Bellerin’s contractCredit: Getty
      The Gunners have agreed to let him leave a year early, according to The Athletic.
      And the right-back has already agreed a return to his former club Barca.
      He is now awaiting permission to travel to Spain when the paperwork goes through.
      Bellerin is claimed to be taking a pay cut to make the move possible, and is waiving any money owed to him by Arsenal.
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      Barca are in need of a right-back, with Dani Alves leaving the club for a second time and Sergino Dest poised to join AC Milan.
      Bellerin was not part of manager Mikel Arteta’s plans at the Emirates and has not been part of the first-team squad this season.
      He spent the last campaign on loan at Real Betis, and had been keen on a return to the Spanish outfit this summer.
      But they couldn’t afford a fee, and although he has now been let go for nothing, he is destined for the Nou Camp.
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      The Gunners had originally been keen to cash in on Bellerin with a year still to run on his deal.
      While Bellerin himself was hoping that the club would let him leave for free.
      And now, on the final day of the window, his wish has been granted.
      It ends Bellerin’s 11-year association with the Gunners, having originally joined the Academy from Barcelona in 2011.
      In total he made 239 appearances for Arsenal, scoring eight goals and providing 21 assists.
      The Spaniard also lifted the FA Cup three times during his time in North London. More

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      Newcastle in hunt for new midfielder with Leicester star Youri Tielemans top transfer target

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      NEWCASTLE are still in the hunt for a new midfielder before the transfer window closes. The Magpies have been interested in Leicester’s Youri Tielemans all summer but, as of this morning, a move looks unlikely.
      Newcastle are keen on Leicester star Youri TielemansCredit: Getty
      Tielemans, 25, has just one-year left on his deal with the Foxes.
      The Belgian international has been the subject of interest from numerous Premier League clubs, including Arsenal.
      But a switch to the Newcastle looks unlikely before tonight’s 11pm transfer deadline.
      There was interest in a loan swoop for Ainsley Maitland-Niles, but he is now expected to join Southampton on a deal until the end of the season.
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      Eddie Howe has bolstered his ranks this summer with the £58million record signing of Alexander Isak, plus Sven Botman and Nick Pope, as well as making Matt Targett’s loan move a permanent one.
      The Saudi-funded Magpies have spent £117m in total.
      Going the other way, goalkeeper Martin Dubravka is expected to join Manchester United on loan today with a view to a permanent deal, while Matty Longstaff is also set to leave. 
      He is poised to join League One Barnsley on loan. 
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      The Geordie, 22, burst onto the scene with a debut goal against Manchester United in 2019 but he has played just five Prem games since the start of the 2020-21 season. 
      Fellow fringe player Federico Fernandez is also on way out, with Spanish side Elche closing in on his signature. 
      The experienced centre-back, 33, is a popular figure on Tyneside but injuries have restricted his chances under Howe as he fell behind Botman, Dan Burn, Fabian Schar and Jamaal Lascelles in the pecking order. More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo ‘on bus to Leicester’ and in Man Utd squad with hopes of transfer exit all but OVER

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO is on Manchester United’s team coach heading to Leicester City – seemingly ruling out any potential transfer exit today.The striker, 37, has been linked with several clubs over the last few weeks.
      Ronaldo looks set to stay at Man Utd as he is currently travelling on the team bus to LeicesterCredit: Getty
      That was after Ronaldo told the club he wanted to leave in order to play Champions League football earlier this summer.
      United have insisted that they are yet to receive an offer for the superstar and that they wanted to keep him at the club.
      And new manager Erik Ten Hag has also insisted that the Portuguese forward is happy to stay.
      Despite that, a number of reports have continued that he could be heading out of the exit door before tonight’s transfer deadline.
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      However, that now seems increasingly unlikely after Sky Sports confirmed the veteran had been spotted on United’s team bus that was travelling to tonight’s clash at Leicester.
      And he is set to be part of the squad that will face the Foxes.
      Despite being linked with the likes of Chelsea, Bayern Munich, Napoli, Atletico Madrid and Sporting Lisbon over the course of the window, none of them have launched a formal offer for him.
      An unnamed Saudi club are thought to be the only side to have bid for Ronaldo but he snubbed a two-year deal worth a staggering £211m.
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      Ronaldo is desperate to continue playing in the Champions League, but is now set to turn out in the Europa League this season.
      Speaking this week on whether Ronaldo was part of his plans, Ten Hag said: “It is clear, of course. But I just said we need quality players.
      “You need more to cover all the games to keep the consistency going, that is what we strive for.”
      Ronaldo has been benched by Ten Hag in United’s last two games – wins over Liverpool and Southampton.
      But he still seemingly features in his manager’s plans.
      And Ronaldo himself gave a thumbs up while reporting for duty at Carrington yesterday ahead of United’s trip to Leicester. More

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      Leicester complete £15m Wout Faes transfer from Reims to replace Wesley Fofana after Chelsea move

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      LEICESTER CITY have made their first outfield signing of the summer after splashing out £15million to land Reims centre-half Wout Faes on a five-year-deal.Under-pressure boss Rodgers was the last manager from Europe’s top five leagues to spend his cash in this summer’s transfer window.
      Wout Faes, left, has already been in action against Premier League players in the form of on-loan Arsenal star Nuno TavaresCredit: AFP
      And 24-year-old Faes is determined to prove he is worth the wait as he looks to fill the huge void left by Wesley Fofana’s £70million move to Chelsea.
      The Belgian international said: “It’s an amazing feeling, it’s not sunk in yet. 
      “This is the dream step in my career and I’m very happy to be here.”
      Rodgers believes Faes can develop into a top Premier League defender and the centre-half says he can’t wait to put in the hours at the club’s stunning £100million training complex.
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      He said: “I’m progressing year after year, and I hope to continue doing the same here. 
      “All the facilities and knowledge is here to help me to get even better. I will have to work hard, but I will give 100 per cent to help the team.”
      Rodgers had been linked with Wolves’ Willy Boly and Southampton’s Jan Bednarek but was relieved to get the Faes deal over the line before tonight’s crucial home game against Manchester United.
      However, Faes will have to watch from the stand tonight as he awaits international clearance.
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      The Belgian overcame a tough start at Reims to become a huge hit with the club’s support and had been on Newcastle United’s radar, while Torino failed in a £10.5million bid to take him to Serie A last month. 
      He made 37 appearances for Reims in Ligue 1 last season and romped to the club’s Player of the Year award with his commanding performances at the back.
      The Belgian should have no trouble settling in at Leicester as he won his first cap last June in a 6-1 Nations League victory over Poland, alongside his new Foxes teammates Youri Tielemans and Timothy Castagne. More

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      Chelsea open talks with Reece James and Mason Mount over new contracts with England pair two of LOWEST earners at club

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      CHELSEA have allegedly opened talks with Reece James and Mason Mount over new deals that would see them both receive a bumper pay rise.The England internationals both came through the club’s academy and are now first-team regulars under Thomas Tuchel.
      Chelsea have opened talks with Reece James and Mason Mount over new dealsCredit: Reuters
      However, the pair are two of the lowest-paid members of the Blues squad but The Athletic claims that Chelsea’s new owners “made it a priority” to sort out extensions for them when taking charge in May.
      James is under contract until 2025 while Mount’s current deal ends 12 months earlier.
      The duo have also attracted huge interest from Chelsea’s Premier League rivals while Real Madrid have also been linked with full-back James.
      But Stamford Bridge chiefs want to secure their long-term futures and have started discussions over new long-term contracts.
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      Mount initially shone on loan in the Championship at Derby County and he signed his current package after that stint with the Rams in 2019.
      The 23-year-old midfielder, who has 31 caps for England, has since gone on to be voted Chelsea’s Player of the Year twice and helped them to win the Champions League, Fifa Club World Cup and the Uefa Super Cup.
      James was also promoted to the Blues first-team after impressing on loan at Wigan Athletic.
      The versatile defender signed a five-year contract six months after Mount put pen-to-paper and he has also gone on to play a key role in the above successes.
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      The Todd Boehly-Clearlake consortium now in charge of Chelsea have already backed boss Thomas Tuchel in the transfer market.
      They have splashed the cash to bring in Raheem Sterling, Kalidou Koulibaly, Marc Cucurella and Wesley Fofana – with a deal for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang also drawing closer.
      However, it seems they are also determined to hang on to their best players and are now aiming to reward both James and Mount for their performances. More