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      Tiemoue Bakayoko ‘wants to terminate Chelsea contract and AC Milan loan to join Newcastle on free transfer’

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      TIEMOUE BAKAYOKO is reportedly looking to terminate his AC Milan loan AND his Chelsea contract.That’s so the midfielder can make a shock free transfer to Newcastle.
      Tiemoue Bakayoko hopes to terminate his Milan and Chelsea deals to join NewcastleCredit: Getty
      Football Italia claims Bakayoko is desperate to quit Milan before deadline day after entering the second season of a two-year loan.
      Bakayoko played just 14 times last term as Stefano Pioli’s men won the Serie A title.
      But Chelsea refused Milan’s attempts to cancel the agreement earlier this summer as it would have left them lumbered with Bakayoko’s £100,000-a-week wages.
      However, the anchorman is now desperate for a fresh start.
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      And he is locked in talks with both Milan and Chelsea in order to have both agreements cancelled.
      Should Bakayoko’s demands be met, he would become a free agent on the transfer market.
      And that opens the door for a late switch to Newcastle.
      Eddie Howe is hoping to add a tenacious midfielder without being forced to dig deep into Toon’s mega-rich pockets.
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      And Bakayoko would jump at the chance for a second Premier League opportunity with a team carrying European hopes.
      However, the Frenchman has other admirers in England’s top flight.

      Nottingham Forest have been splashing out left, right and centre in their bid to stay up.
      And Steve Cooper would reportedly like Bakayoko added to his squad for his experience.
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      Should that move go through, it could see Bakayoko paired up with another ex-Serie A star in former Atalanta man Remo Freuler.
      There is an option in Italy with Monza, but they are only seen as having an outside chance. More

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      Arsenal ready to hijack Man Utd transfer move for PSV winger Gakpo with Newcastle, Leeds and Southampton all interested

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      ARSENAL are reportedly eyeing up a potential swoop for Manchester United target Cody Gakpo as they look to prise the winger away from PSV.The 23-year-old has dazzled for the Eredivisie outfit, with the forward chipping in with 21 goals and 15 assists in 47 games last season.
      PSV winger Cody Gakpo is claimed to be on Arsenal’s radar with Mikel Arteta in the market for a new forwardCredit: Getty
      And the Holland international has been in even better form at the start of this term having a hand in TEN goals in just eight outings.
      The Red Devils are known to be admirers of the wide man, with the player himself recently confirming an approach from United.
      Erik ten Hag is understood to still be on the lookout for another forward despite bringing in Antony from Ajax for £84million.
      Dutch giants PSV were holding out for a reported £40m earlier in the transfer window but, after dropping down to the Europa League after losing in their Champions League play-off against Rangers, Gakpo could now come significantly cheaper.
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      The Telegraph reported that Southampton have already had a £21.4m bid turned down as clubs scramble to secure his services before Thursday’s deadline.
      But Arsenal, Newcastle and Leeds are all believed to be in the race for his signature.

      Speaking on air, Sky Sports reporter Melissa Reddy said: “Southampton have had a bid rejected for him.
      “Newcastle have been circling, there’s talk of Leeds registering interest.”
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      She added: “It’s not surprising that a lot of Premier League clubs are looking at him.
      “One of the other names I was told to keep an eye out for is Arsenal, who have said they would like to enhance their offensive options.”
      Mikel Arteta is in the market for a new forward after allowing Nicolas Pepe to join Nice on loan.
      Wolves star Pedro Neto is also said to be on Arsenal’s radar, but the Midlands outfit are holding out for at least £50m.
      Meanwhile Shakhtar Donetsk ace Mykhaylo Mudryk has been touted as a possible option for the Gunners. More

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      Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi joins Bayer Leverkusen on loan transfer but Germans will NOT have option to buy

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      CALLUM HUDSON-ODOI has joined Bayer Leverkusen on loan for the season – and thanked Kai Havertz for convincing him to try his luck abroad.But there is NO option for the Bundesliga side to buy the Chelsea winger in the contract.
      Callum Hudson-Odoi has joined Bayer Leverkusen on loanCredit: @calteck10
      There is no option to buy the Chelsea winger in the loan agreementCredit: @bayer04fussball
      Hudson-Odoi, 21, was an unused sub in the Blues’ last three Premier League games and has not played a competitive minute of football since March 2 against Luton in the FA Cup.
      The arrivals of Raheem Sterling, Carney Chukwuemeka and Marc Cucurella have further hindered his chances of game time either at wing-back or in attack.
      But now he can get regular action in Germany’s top flight under Gerardo Seoane.
      Hudson-Odoi, the new No17, said: “I’m definitely excited. I think it’s a new experience for me – I haven’t been anywhere else but Chelsea.
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      “The project [is attractive]. I said to the family that I want to go out there and make sure that I’m playing football and get the opportunity to play in front of great fans. It’s massive for me to come here.
      “Kai Havertz told me it’s amazing, obviously, that everyone around that he’s been with the past years have been amazing for him.

      “He enjoyed every moment of it and he said you’ll love it over there – just go, do you and be confident and everything will go well.”
      Bayer finished third last season, securing them a spot in the Champions League group stages.
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      That means Hudson-Odoi could face Atletico Madrid, Club Brugge and FC Porto in Group B.
      The loan deal, which Chelsea have the option of terminating and recalling their academy graduate in January, comes two years after the winger was heavily linked with a £70million transfer to Bayern Munich.
      Hudson-Odoi made his first-team Blues debut in January 2018.
      He now has 16 goals in 126 appearances as well as Champions League, Europa League, Super Cup and Club World Cup winner’s medals.
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      This is the first loan move away from Chelsea for the Under-17 World Cup champion, who joined the Blues academy at U8s.
      He follows Czech forward Adam Hlozek as Bayer’s second summer signing. More

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      Oleksandr Zinchenko chills out at Luton Airport in £470 MonaLisa Arrow hoodie after missing Fulham win with knee sprain

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      ARSENAL fans have joked that Oleksandr Zinchenko was waiting to welcome Shakhtar Donestk winger Mykhaylo Mudryk after he was spotted at Luton Airport.The versatile Gunners star was snapped waiting in arrivals on Monday night while wearing a £470 MonaLisa Arrow hoodie.

      Oleksandr Zinchenko has featured in three out of Arsenal’s four Premier League games this seasonCredit: AFP
      Of course, the Ukraine international was most likely waiting for a family member or a close friend.
      But Arsenal supporters took to social media to suggest it was a sign that the club are poised to bring in his compatriot Mudryk.
      The 21-year-old winger in understood to be on the North London outfit’s radar before the transfer window slams shut on Thursday.
      It has been claimed that Mikel Arteta’s side are weighing up a late swoop for the five-cap international to compete with Bukayo Saka.
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      And fans took it as a sign that Zinchenko, who was injured for Saturday’s 2-1 win against Fulham, was waiting to pick up the exciting youngster.
      One user tweeted: “Must be receiving Mudryk.”
      Another remarked: “Waiting for Ukrainian Neymar.”
      A third added: “He’s waiting on the current Ukrainian starboy to greet.”
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      This fan then quipped: “He went to pick Mudryk himself? My LB.”
      Meanwhile another said: “Low-key could actually be waiting for Mudryk.”
      One then stated: “Waiting for his mate Mudryk. Agent Zinnyyyyy.”

      After missing out on the victory over the Cottagers over the weekend due a minor knee problem, Zinchenko could return for Wednesday’s home clash against Aston Villa.
      And the ex-Manchester City left-back may be deployed in central midfield with both Thomas Partey and Mohamed Elneny out injured.
      Though Arteta could decide to rest Zinchenko as he keeps one eye on Sunday’s trip to face Manchester United at Old Trafford.
      Zinchenko’s Ukrainian compatriot Mykhaylo Mudryk has been linked with a move to the EmiratesCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd ‘exploring possibility of signing Barcelona star Dest and will allow Wan-Bissaka to leave if transfer gets done’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly plotting a late move for Barcelona star Sergino Dest.And if they managed to land the right-back, Erik ten Hag will then sanction an exit for Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
      Man Utd are lining up a late swoop for Barcelona star Sergino DestCredit: Getty
      United will let Aaron Wan-Bissaka leave if they land the American internationalCredit: Alamy
      Sky Sports claims United are preparing for a flurry of transfer activity ahead of Thursday’s deadline.
      The Red Devils today confirmed the £85.5million arrival of Brazilian forward Antony from Ajax.
      And United are also thought to be in the market for a new striker as Cristiano Ronaldo continues to push for an exit.
      But Ten Hag is focusing on signing a right-back too.
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      Diogo Dalot has started the season as Ten Hag’s preferred choice in the role.
      But he is now targeting Dest to bring more speed and attacking intent down the right flank.
      The duo worked together at Ajax during the 2019/20 campaign before Dest was snapped up by Barca.
      However, the 21-year-old is now up for sale as the Spaniards look to raise funds.
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      And United are considering a swoop before linked clubs – including league rivals Chelsea – make their move.
      Should Dest wind up at Old Trafford this week, United will then allow Wan-Bissaka to depart.
      The 24-year-old has made just one appearance this term.
      Wan-Bissaka cost United £50million to sign from Crystal Palace three years ago.
      And the Eagles are bidding to bring him back to Selhurst Park.
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      However, West Ham are also interested in a move.
      And both London sides will be watching United’s Dest developments closely. More

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      Tottenham confirm loan transfer of Sergio Reguilon to Atletico Madrid as boss Antonio Conte culls squad

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      SERGIO REGUILON has returned to Spain after signing for Atletico Madrid on a season-long loan from Tottenham.The 25-year-old has failed to deliver in North London after joining from Atletico’s city rivals Real Madrid in 2020.
      Tottenham left-back Sergio Reguilon has linked up with Atletico Madrid on loan
      Spanish defender Reguilon hasn’t featured in any match for Spurs this season
      The left-back lost his place in the Spurs team to Ryan Sessegnon under Antonio Conte last season.
      And following the arrival of wing-back Ivan Perisic, the ex-Sevilla loanee was deemed surplus to requirements by the Italian gaffer.
      He has been omitted from all four of Spurs’ opening Premier League clashes with Conte banishing him from the first-team squad.
      Reguilon was linked with a switch to the Wanda Metropolitano last week prior to Spurs’ 2-0 away win at Nottingham Forest.
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      And he has now sealed a return to LaLiga, with a Tottenham statement reading: “Sergio Reguilon has joined Atletico Madrid on loan for the 2022-23 season.”
      Reguilon departs Spurs having scored twice in 67 games in all competitions.
      He had seemed destined to join Lazio before Atletico entered the fray.
      Diego Simeone’s side acted quickly in managing to bring the defender back to his native country.
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      Atletico do not have an option-to-buy clause in their loan agreement for the player.
      Reguilon isn’t the only star Spurs have shipped out on loan with Tanguy Ndombele signing for Napoli, including a £25million buy option.
      Meanwhile Giovani Lo Celso has returned to Villarreal on loan after spending last term with the Yellow Submarines.
      And academy graduate Harry Winks is also set to follow the trio out of the door with Sampdoria hopeful of bringing him in on a temporary basis. More

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      Man Utd COMPLETE £85.5m Antony transfer from Ajax as Ten Hag lands his man – and he’s set for baptism of fire vs Arsenal

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have finally completed the £85.5million signing of winger Antony after striking a deal with Ajax.After a summer-long pursuit, Erik ten Hag refused to give up on a reunion with the winger he developed in Amsterdam.
      Manchester United have landed Antony with just days left of the windowCredit: Getty
      Antony is reunited with Erik ten Hag at Old TraffordCredit: Getty
      And the Red Devils confirmed the announcement of the Brazilian star – more than double what they originally wanted to pay.
      The club said an agreement was in place with Ajax and subject to a medical, personal terms and international clearance, the transfer would be done.
      Ajax stated the deal is worth a Dutch-record €100m – around £85.5m – with £81.3m up front and the remaining £4.2m in possible add-ons.
      Antony is now poised to link up with United after being snapped walking into the club’s Carrington HQ last night.
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      In a video circulating on social media, he was beaming as he walked through the main doors at United’s training ground complex.
      However, as Newcastle have seen with Alexander Isak, getting a work permit sorted can take a while.
      Therefore, Antony is not expected to be available to feature away at Leicester on Thursday night.
      That would instead mean he should make his debut in a crunch clash against high-flying Arsenal on Sunday instead.
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      Antony has racked up 31 goals and 27 assists in his 134 appearances for Ajax and Sao Paulo.
      The nine-cap Brazil international also has two Eredivisie winners medals and an Olympic gold in his trophy cabinet.
      But in a bombshell interview with Fabrizio Romano last week, the attacker begged Ajax to sell him.
      He said: “Since February of this year, my agents came to Amsterdam to inform Ajax of my desire to leave the club to face new a challenge and that some interested clubs would arrive and with them, certainly a great offer.
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      “In June of this year, I interrupted my vacation and came personally to inform the managers of Ajax, including new coach, about my wish to leave and that they should consider this possibility, because it was a project for two seasons.
      “During the window months, meetings continued and I also received a proposal from Ajax for contract renewal.
      “I made it clear once again: I want to leave.”
      He added: “Today, in a meeting with the club, I expressed my old interest in leaving, only this time with a considerable offer on the table.
      “Others had already arrived! Ajax refused with argument that they only have five days to replace me.
      “I’m not asking Ajax to release me, I’m asking Ajax to sell me with the highest bid ever for an Eredivisie player.
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      “I’ve been insisting on this theme since February so that the club could rebuild the team with peace of mind.”
      Antony becomes Ten Hag’s fifth signing this window after the arrivals of Tyrell Malacia, Christian Eriksen, Lisandro Martinez and Casemiro.
      Antony forced through an exit in a Dutch record transferCredit: Getty
      Antony follows Casemiro and Lisandro Martinez as big-money arrivals at Old Trafford this seasonCredit: Getty More

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      Meet new West Ham transfer Lucas Paqueta’s stunning Instagram model wife who posts bikini selfies and is YouTuber

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      LUCAS PAQUETA’s stunning YouTuber wife will bring some glamour to East London when he plays for West Ham this season.Paqueta became the club’s record signing when he joined for £51million on Monday from Lyon.
      Paqueta will be joined in East London by his wife and kidsCredit: Rex
      Paqueta’s wife Maria has built up a huge crowd of fans on Instagram and YouTubeCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dudafournier/?hl=en
      Her regular bikini snaps have seen her followers on Instagram reach nearly 300kCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dudafournier/?hl=en
      And Maria’s YouTube account has got 8.5k subscribersCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dudafournier/?hl=en
      Paqueta and Maria have two children togetherCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dudafournier/?hl=en
      The midfielder penned a five-year deal with the option of another year.
      He’ll cost the Hammers £36.4m initially plus a bunch of add-ons making up the difference over the coming years.
      And the Brazilian will be accompanied by wife Maria Eduarda Fournier for the switch to England.
      The doting couple tied the knot in 2018, and subsequently had two children Benicio and Filippo, who Maria regularly posts on Instagram.
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      But Paqueta’s not the only star in the household as Maria’s amassed a legion of fans on her Instagram and YouTube accounts.
      When she’s not busy being a wife and mother, Brazilian-born Maria’s constantly uploading content across both mediums.
      Her saucy snaps on Instagram have seen her garner nearly 300,000 followers.
      While her Youtube audience consists of 8,500 subscribers.
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      Maria also seems to be an avid gamer in her spare time as a clip she uploaded to her channel shows her playing the popular video game Call Of Duty: Warzone.
      But Hammers fans can expect to see her in the stands regularly over the course of the Premier League campaign.
      A number of pics on her Instagram account show her at Lyon games cheering on Paqueta with their children in tow. More