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      Newcastle ‘agree £3m transfer for West Ham’s Harrison Ashby with right-back travelling for medical’

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      NEWCASTLE have agreed a deal to sign Harrison Ashby from West Ham, according to reports. The Magpies have been on the hunt for a new right-back to provide cover for Kieran Trippier – who recently signed a new contract at the club.
      Harrison Ashby is set to join NewcastleCredit: Getty
      Having thus far failed to land Real Valladolid’s Ivan Fresneda, transfer guru Dan Ashworth has since turned to the West Ham youngster.
      And according to Sky Sports’ Dharmesh Sheth, Newcastle have agreed a £3million fee for his transfer.
      Sheth reports the figure includes potential add-ons.
      Ashby has made just seven appearances for West Ham’s senior team, including one in the Europa Conference League and another in the qualifiers for the competition.
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      The 21-year-old is expected to travel to Tyneside for his medical.
      Another player on the way to Newcastle, Anthony Gordon, appears to have already signed his contract with the club.
      Leaked photos emerged of Gordon putting pen to paper and of him leaving St James’ Park.
      These came alongside him taking photos with fans while at MetroCentre in Gateshead.
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      West Ham have also done business this window.
      They signed Danny Ings for £15m from Aston Villa.
      However, Ings picked up an injury almost instantly after arriving. More

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      Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi breaks silence on Moises Caicedo’s Arsenal transfer plea and says star has made ‘mistake’

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      BRIGHTON boss Roberto De Zerbi has spoken out after Moises Caicedo tried to force through a move to Arsenal.The Gunners were told on Saturday that Caicedo, 21, is categorically not for sale this month.
      Moises Caicedo has publicly asked Brighton to sell himCredit: Getty
      Roberto De Zerbi said everyone can “make mistakes” in reference to CaicedoCredit: ITV via Twitter
      On Friday, Caicedo took to Instagram and publicly asked Brighton to sell him.
      That came just hours after Arsenal had an initial bid worth £60million for the midfielder swiftly rejected.
      Now, speaking ahead of the FA Cup meeting with Liverpool, De Zerbi said everyone can “make mistakes” as the Italian revealed he is hopeful that Caicedo will stay at the club.
      De Zerbi told ITV: “Moises is a good guy.
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      “We will see tomorrow and the next days what happens.
      “We hope he stays with us for the rest of the season, but this is a question for the club and Moises. 
      “Moises is a good guy. In life you can make mistakes. We will see the best solution for the club, for him and for us.”
      Caicedo was allegedly told by Brighton to stay away from training until the transfer window closes following his social media plea.
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      Fresh reports on Saturday evening claimed Arsenal had submitted a second bid worth £70million for the midfielder.
      Caicedo was not in Brighton’s matchday squad for Sunday’s game against Liverpool.
      The Ecuador international has featured 21 times in all competitions for the Seagulls this season.
      But his Instagram message said: “I am grateful to Mr Bloom and Brighton for giving me the chance to come to the Premier League and I feel I have always done my best for them.
      “I always play football with a smile and with heart.
      “I am the youngest of 10 siblings from a poor upbringing in Santa Domingo in Ecuador. My dream always to be the most decorated player in the history of Ecuador.
      “I am proud to be able to bring in a record transfer fee for Brighton which would allow them to reinvest it and help the club continue to be successful.
      “The fans have taken me into their hearts and they will always be in my heart so I hope they can understand why I want to take up this magnificent opportunity.” More

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      Chelsea in Enzo Fernandez transfer blow as Benfica look to increase his buyout clause by £27m to £132m

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      CHELSEA’S pursuit of Enzo Fernandez is set to take a colossal hit as Benfica try to increase his release clause to £132million, reports suggest.The Blues submitted a significant offer to the Portuguese giants to try and bring Fernandez to Stamford Bridge earlier in the window.
      Enzo Fernandez has been linked with a transfer to Chelsea throughout the windowCredit: Getty
      However, the structure of the deal Chelsea offered was not acceptable to Benfica – even though one offer went above Fernandez’s current release clause.
      After the breakdown of talks, which Benfica manager Roger Schmidt branded “disrespectful”, the club are now said to be trying to raise the release clause.
      Portuguese outlet Record report the club want to increase the clause by £27m to take it up to £132m.
      The report suggests they want to do this in order to fend off interest in the star.
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      But this is unlikely to deter Chelsea, who are considering another approach for the World Cup winner before Tuesday’s transfer deadline.
      Earlier today, Malo Gusto was announced as Chelsea’s SEVENTH January signing.
      And with the defender’s acquisition, Todd Boehly has now allowed £222m to be spent in the winter window alone.
      The total outlay of transfers under the Boehly-Clearlake ownership now stands at almost £500m.
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      Last week it was reported that Chelsea had launched a new offensive to try and land Fernandez.
      The deal reported package included £88m plus players, More

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      Weston McKennie travelling to UK to seal Leeds transfer from Juventus after verbally agreeing deal

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      WESTON MCKENNIE has travelled to the UK to complete his transfer to Leeds, according to reports. Leeds are set to beat the likes of Arsenal and Nottingham Forest to the American’s signature.
      Weston McKennie is closing in on his Leeds transfer from JuventusCredit: Rex
      After agreeing personal terms earlier this week, Juventus have now come to an agreement with Leeds over a transfer fee.
      McKennie, 24, is travelling to England today to undergo his medical, according to The Athletic.
      The deal between the two clubs will see McKennie initially join on loan.
      The Whites will then have the option to make the deal permanent in the summer for £30million including add-ons.
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      Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri confirmed McKennie would not be involved in the Bianconeri’s Serie A clash with Monza.
      Asked if the midfielder could play, Allegri said: “Absolutely not. There are transfer rumours around him.
      “I think the two clubs already have an agreement. It would be useless to have him tomorrow.”
      Leeds have a strong American contingent at Elland Road.
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      USMNT duo Tyler Adams and Brenden Aaronson played alongside McKennie at the Qatar World Cup.
      Manager Jesse Marsch is also from the US, while the San Francisco 49ers have an increasing stake in the club which is set to see them take majority control in January 2024.
      McKennie will be the club’s third signing of the window after spending a club-record £40m on Maximilian Wober and Georginio Rutter from RB Salzburg and Hoffenheim respectively.
      And the pair were both involved in the FA Cup win over Accrington, with the team being praised for their “classy” gesture after the game.
      Leeds midfielder Tyler Adams looks set to rekindle his international partnership with McKennie at club levelCredit: AP More

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      Everton, Palace and Southampton eyeing Lucas Moura free transfer but Spurs star wants £150k a week despite injury woes

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      TOTTENHAM could let striker Lucas Moura go NOW rather than wait until his contract runs out this summer.A handful of Premier League clubs are interested in the Brazilian.
      Lucas Moura is being chased by Premier League sides this month but his wages are an issueCredit: Getty
      But they could be put off by Moura hoping for a £150,000-a-week deal from a last lucrative move.
      Moura, 30, was stuck in Spurs’ under-21s on Friday and is in the shop window.
      The likes of Southampton, Crystal Palace and even Everton are looking at him.
      But while Tottenham will open the exit door, Moura will only use it if he gets the right deal.
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      Spurs do not think Moura is worth that kind of salary.
      And although he may yet get game time this season, they are willing to let him go before Tuesday’s deadline.
      Moura’s wages are making most admirers wary. 
      But with so many still looking — and a lack of alternatives around — Moura could get his deal.
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      The ex-Paris Saint-Germain star, whose hat-trick against Ajax sent Spurs to the 2019 Champions League final, could pick up a fortune with a summer move to the Middle East, MLS or any club looking for a name.
      And Spurs have already landed a replacement for Moura in Villarreal loanee Arnaut Danjuma.
      Tottenham would also let Djed Spence go out on loan — but the right wing-back has yet to find the ideal home.
      Spence joined from Middlesbrough last summer but has not convinced Antonio Conte he is worth a regular start.  More

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      Crystal Palace will raid Man Utd and Chelsea for Wan-Bissaka and Gallagher in summer after giving up on January transfer

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      CRYSTAL PALACE will wait for targets Conor Gallagher and Aaron Wan-Bissaka — even if it means being patient until the summer.The Eagles have been quiet in this window with limited funds.
      Crystal Palace are willing to wait to sign Aaron Wan-BissakaCredit: Getty
      The Eagles also want former loan star Conor GallagherCredit: Alamy
      But the club’s plan is to hold on until their ex-loan star Gallagher becomes available from Chelsea and AWB is squeezed out at Manchester United.
      Midfielder Gallagher, 22, and right-back Wan-Bissaka, 25, have both seen first-team action this month despite huge question marks over their futures.
      Wan-Bissaka had seemed destined for the axe from the Red Devils but he has managed to make the most of his chance.
      His opportunity came after the injury to Diogo Dalot, but it still remains to be seen if he has saved his long-term future at the club.
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      Gallagher however will have to compete with the ever-growing Chelsea squad, as the club continues its heavy investment into the playing squad.
      The Englishman may fancy a move in order to guarantee his game time with the aim of getting back into the England set-up.
      And Palace are recalling Luke Plange from Belgian side RWD Molenbeek.
      The striker’s return will spark a three-club chase between Lincoln, Charlton and Barnsley for the former Derby prospect.
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      Plange, 20, is not playing enough and needs to join a side to sharpen up before a return to Patrick Vieira’s first-team squad.
      Palace are currently in 12th in the Premier League place seven points clear of the bottom three and five points off the top ten. More

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      ‘Unfortunately Nicolo Zaniolo is staying’ – Jose Mourinho breaks silence on Roma star’s dramatic transfer twist

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      JOSE MOURINHO has confirmed that “unfortunately” he expects Nicolo Zaniolo to stay at Roma this month.The 23-year-old has made it clear he wants to leave the club – but on Friday he reportedly snubbed a move to Bournemouth.
      Nicolo Zaniolo looks set to stay at Roma this monthCredit: Getty
      Zaniolo made it clear he wanted to leave Roma, but reportedly snubbed a move to BournemouthCredit: Getty
      The Cherries were claimed to be willing to pay around £26million to sign the playmaker.
      But Sky Sports Italia claim Zaniolo refused to take part in negotiations with the Premier League club, leaving Roma furious.
      He now seems set to stay at the club this month, despite making it clear he wants to leave, with Tottenham and AC Milan reportedly not willing to match Bournemouth’s offer.
      And Mourinho has spoken for the first time since the latest twist in the saga.
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      When asked how he would handle the situation, he said: “Zaniolo has been saying for a month that he wants to leave. Unfortunately, it looks like I was right.”
      The former Chelsea, Manchester United and Spurs boss added: “I say unfortunately, because the player has been saying for a month that he wants to leave.
      “If a player tells everyone he no longer wants to wear the Roma jersey, I have to say unfortunately.
      “When a player tells you, the club and his team-mates: ‘I don’t want to wear the Roma jersey, I don’t want to play, I don’t want to go back to training…’ I have to say unfortunately.
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      “The ideal situation is for the player to be happy.
      “I said that I expected him to stay, but as things stand today, I have to add unfortunately to that sentence.”
      Zaniolo will not be part of the squad for Sunday’s huge meeting with bitter rivals Napoli.
      Mourinho and Co are fifth in the Serie A table going into the game with the league leaders.
      Zaniolo has played 128 times for Roma, and has been capped 11 times by Italy. More

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      Watford tell Aston Villa and Crystal Palace that Ismaila Sarr transfer won’t come cheap as they demand £25million

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      WATFORD aim to hold out for a £25million fee for star man Ismaila Sarr as his name comes up on Premier League radars.Top-flight clubs hoping for a bargain deal or even a drop in price have been reminded of the valuation — and the fact the Hornets are not about to cave in. 
      Ismaila Sarr is being linked with a return to the Premier LeagueCredit: Rex
      Aston Villa are keen and Crystal Palace have been long-term admirers of the Senegal winger, 24 — but that price tag is too high for both.
      He joined Watford for a club-record £40million three and a half years ago.
      And he has gone on to contribute 31 goals and 22 assists in 114 appearances for the club.
      Sarr also represented his country at the Qatar World Cup, starting all four of Senegal’s games before they were eliminated by England in the last-16.
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      Last month, Sarr’s former Watford team-mate Troy Deeney praised the Senegalese attacker’s ability.
      In an exclusive column for SunSport, he said: “From the moment he joined us at Watford back in the summer of 2019, we knew he was something special at 21 years old.
      “His blistering pace is frightening. He runs so effortlessly.
      “When you are a big guy like me and you can’t run, it is quite disheartening.
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      “He is genuinely a nice bloke, and funny. His English was not great at the start but rather than being embarrassed by it, he made fun of himself which was quite endearing.
      “At the same time, when Ismaila is on it, he is scary.
      “I remember watching him in the Europa League for Rennes against Arsenal in the 2018-19 season and he tore them a new one.
      “He has the ability to do that, especially in his natural position on the flanks. If you play him down the middle, you lose something from his game but he can be deadly on the right or left.”
      Watford occupy a play-off spot in the Championship, sitting fourth after 29 games.
      But they are a huge 13 adrift of an automatic promotion spot, with Burnley and Sheffield United opening up a substantial gap to the chasing pack. More