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      Maccabi Haifa players forced to delete Instagram post after begging Messi and Neymar for shirts BEFORE PSG clash

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      MACCABI HAIFA forced players to delete an Instagram post pleading for Paris Saint-Germain duo Lionel Messi and Neymar’s shirts before their Champions League clash.The draw for the elite competition took place on Thursday – with the tournament to begin on September 6.
      Maccabi Haifa stars were forced to take down a post begging Messi and Neymar for their shirts ahead of the Israeli club’s Champions League tie with PSGCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
      PSG and Maccabi are both in Group H of this season’s Champions League tournamentCredit: Getty
      Premier League clubs Liverpool, Chelsea, Man City, and Tottenham all found out their fixture dates in the Champions League on Saturday morning.
      The Reds face a double header against Rangers in Group A, as they brace themselves for a gruelling six-game schedule spread across eight days.
      It was a special occasion for Israeli Champions Maccabi, who haven’t qualified for the competition in 13 years.
      And they’ll have a hard time getting past PSG, Juventus, and Benfica in Group H.
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      But Maccabi duo Dolev Haziza and Omer Atzili were more concerned about getting signed shirts from Messi and Neymar when they meet.
      Upon hearing that they’ll get the chance to play against Messi and Neymar, Maccabi ace Atzili posted a pic with Haziza, adding the caption: “T-shirt to us please.”
      The caption included Messi’s name, alongside a goat emoji, and Neymar’s with a kiss emoji.
      But the pair’s enthusiasm wasn’t shared by Maccabi boss Barak Bakhar who demanded the post was swiftly taken down.
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      His request was met with no resistance and the pic was removed from Atzili’s account.
      Speaking of his adulation over Messi and Neymar, Haziza gushed via Bild: “We watched the draw in our locker room. It was absolutely amazing, like a volcano.
      “We play against three of the best players in the world. That’s just huge! I still can’t quite believe it.
      “It’s no secret that Neymar is my favorite player and I learned a few things from him. He and Messi are just football gods!”
      Messi will have the chance to hijack rival Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo’s record as the Champions League’s all-time top scorer in this season’s competition.
      That’s if Ronaldo doesn’t move to a team participating in the tournament this summer. More

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      Erik ten Hag insists trio of Man Utd defenders will STAY as Harry Maguire is linked with shock Chelsea transfer

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      ERIK TEN HAG has insisted defensive trio Phil Jones, Brandon Williams and Axel Tuanzebe will stay at the club – as Chelsea chase Harry Maguire.Maguire’s been axed for United’s past two games by Ten Hag, along with Cristiano Ronaldo.
      Man United boss Erik ten Hag has revealed he plans to keep hold of a trio of defenders this summerCredit: Getty
      And the Dutchman’s gamble has paid off as United have now won two Premier League matches in a row – for the first time since February.
      They disposed of Liverpool on Monday and followed up with a 1-0 victory over Southampton today.
      United’s new-look defence shored up by Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane is set to keep Maguire on the sidelines for a long time, according to Paul Scholes.
      But he may be offered a way out of his United hell by Chelsea who are plotting a shock deadline day swoop for the England centre-back.
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      However, Ten Hag’s made it clear that neither Jones, Williams or Tuanzebe will be following Maguire out the door – if he leaves before transfer deadline day.
      That’s even though Williams and Tuanzebe are injured, and Jones hasn’t trained with the first-team all summer.
      However, Ten Hag didn’t rule out future moves away for the trio.
      When pressed about their futures, Ten Hag said: “Am I expecting more players to go out?
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      “It can be, but we are talking about players who are not available so I don’t think they will go out in this window.”
      It’s unlikely that any of the aforementioned group have a future in Ten Hag’s side.
      Williams spent last season on loan with Norwich and United are willing to accept £10millon to let him go.
      Tuanzebe was also on loan last season with Napoli who declined the opportunity to sign him permanently after he failed to impress in Serie A.
      Veteran Jones played his first game in two years for United in January, and it doesn’t seem like he’ll fare any better this season. More

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      Man Utd must break bank to seal Antony transfer after Rashford, Ronaldo, Elanga and Sancho misfire in Southampton win

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans will be praying the club can get a deal for Antony over the line after watching their front three against Southampton.The Red Devils squeezed past Saints 1-0 at St Mary’s thanks to a second half goal from Bruno Fernandes.
      Rashford barely had a kick in the win over Saints on Saturday lunchtimeCredit: Getty
      Antony appears to be closing in on a move to Old TraffordCredit: Getty
      It means United have now won back-to-back Premier League games for the first time since February following their victory over Liverpool on Monday.
      However, it was by no means a vintage performance from Erik ten Hag’s men – typified by the lacklustre displays from their front three.
      The Dutch manager named an unchanged side from the Liverpool game, so Jadon Sancho and Anthony Elanga kept their spots on the flanks either side of Marcus Rashford.
      But it was an uninspiring showing from the front line.
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      Elanga produced a dangerous run into the box at the start of the second half.
      And Sancho enjoyed a couple of mazy runs which ultimately came to nothing.
      Other than that, you’d be forgiven for not knowing who United had playing in the final third.
      Rashford’s inability to play against any side who drop their defensive line back further than the halfway line is a real concern.
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      And the lack of energy or ideas from the wide areas will be one of the major criticisms levelled at United’s performance.
      Elanga and Sancho will both be looking over their shoulders when Anthony Martial is finally fit for selection.
      But the arrival of Antony would definitely shake things up.
      SunSport exclusively revealed earlier this week that United are closing in on an £84million deal for the winger.
      His 24 goals and 22 assists in 82 appearances for Ajax will excite United supporters if he does finally come to Old Trafford.
      And while on the face of it the price tag is a rather absurd one, United are clearly lacking a talismanic player in attack.
      Fernandes’ winner against Saints will save him from being criticised for what was ostensibly a woeful performance masked with a goal.
      He is still a shadow of the player he was 18 months ago.
      And Cristiano Ronaldo’s future remains up in the air, with his departure now seemingly the best option for all parties.
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      So, despite having six senior attacking players in their squad, the need for Antony is worrying.
      If United were reluctant to meet Ajax’s asking price, this United display may force the Prem club to pull out all the stops.
      Marcus Rashford and Cristiano Ronaldo failed to find the back of the netCredit: Reuters
      Sancho failed to build on his goal against LiverpoolCredit: Getty
      Elanga had one opportunity but was otherwise very quietCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd ‘launch £8m Memphis Depay transfer bid’ as Ten Hag looks to bring back Old Trafford flop from Barcelona

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have launched an £8million bid for Memphis Depay, according to reports.The Barcelona star had been expected to rip up his contract and join Juventus.
      Memphis Depay has been linked with a Man United returnCredit: Alamy
      The Dutchman played for Man United between 2015 and 2017Credit: Getty
      But the move has seemingly fallen through, opening the door to Man United.
      Transfer expert Gerard Romero claims that the Red Devils have lodged an £8m offer to re-sign their former flop.
      Depay, 28, played for United between 2015 and 2017 but didn’t have the most productive first stint.
      He made 53 appearances for the Red Devils, scoring just seven goals and laying on six assists.
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      Following his Old Trafford nightmare, he resurrected his career by moving to Lyon.
      He scored 76 goals and laid on 56 assists in 178 outings for the French side.
      His form attracted the interest of Barcelona, although the Catalan side are now willing to cash in after only 12 months.
      Real Sociedad have also taken an interest in the Dutchman, with Barca asking them for £8m as well.
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      Depay has been an unused substitute in Barcelona’s first two LaLiga matches of the season, and will want to be playing regularly in the lead-up to the World Cup this winter.
      United are desperately trying to bolster their attack, with Antony and Cody Gakpo also on their radar.
      They have had a £76m bid turned down for Antony, with the Brazilian ace subsequently begging Ajax to let him go.
      Gakpo, meanwhile, could be available soon after his side PSV were eliminated from the Champions League by Rangers.
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      Arsenal’s Tielemans transfer could be HIJACKED by Liverpool as Reds could make shock move for wantaway Leicester star

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      LIVERPOOL could hijack Arsenal’s transfer pursuit of Leicester midfielder Youri Tielemans, according to reports.Tielemans, 25, has been heavily linked with a move to North London this summer.
      Liverpool could hijack Arsenal’s pursuit of TielemansCredit: Getty
      Arsenal have held an interest in signing him since the transfer window opened in June.
      But no official bid has been placed yet.
      And with deadline day looming, Liverpool could now step in as Jurgen Klopp continues his search for a new midfielder.
      According to transfer guru Ben Jacobs, the Reds could swoop in and place an offer for Tielemans, who has made it clear that he wants to leave.
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      Last week, Brendan Rodgers hinted that the Belgium international had become distracted by the prospect of a transfer.
      He left him out of Leicester’s starting line-up ahead of the club’s 2-1 defeat to Southampton on Saturday, claiming he was “not in the right mindset” to play.
      Tielemans has less than one year remaining on his current deal so Leicester are willing to accept a cut-price offer of just £20million for his services.
      Liverpool are on the hunt for a new playmaker following their poor start to the season.
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      Thiago, who was regularly called upon by Klopp last season, is currently stuck on the sidelines with a hamstring issue.
      Young star Harvey Elliot has since been used to fill the void in midfield while club chiefs scramble to make a new addition before the transfer window shuts next week. More

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      Fans stunned after Amir Khan ‘violates’ Sir Alex Ferguson and posts bizarre Wikipedia caption about Man Utd legend

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      AMIR KHAN stunned fans when he “violated” Sir Alex Ferguson at Old Trafford – then posted a bizarre caption from Wikipedia on Instagram sharing the moment.Khan’s had some extra time on his hands since retiring from boxing in April following his crushing defeat to rival Kell Brook.
      Amir Khan met Sir Alex Ferguson at Old TraffordCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
      The pair seemed happy to see each other as they shared a few jokesCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
      But fans quipped that Khan ‘violated’ Fergie by rubbing the Man United legend’s stomachCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
      The 35-year-old admitted after the fight that he no longer wanted to get hurt in the ring.
      And Khan spent a moment of his free time having a catch-up with Fergie at the Theatre Of Dreams, in a clip shared on Instagram.
      The pair were full of smiles as they laughed and appeared to discuss their physiques.
      Fergie endearingly placed a hand on Khan’s shoulder while they spoke.
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      But it was Khan’s reaction that shocked fans and left them jokingly claiming he violated the ex-United boss.
      The Bolton native, wearing a black Christian Dior jumper, proceeded to rub Fergie’s belly – causing it to jiggle.
      Although it was clear to see Khan meant no harm, one fan mused: “Can’t believe you rubbed his belly.”
      While another quipped: “Man fully violated Fergie with the belly rub, he went home and shadow boxed Amir Khan in the mirror straight after, ” along with a slew of crying face emojis.
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      Others ribbed Khan for his caption on the picture, as it was a direct excerpt from Wikipedia.
      The caption, stolen from Wikipedia, read: “Lovely to meet Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester Old Trafford Stadium. Best known for managing Manchester United from 1986 to 2013.
      “He is widely regarded as one of the greatest football managers of all time.”
      One more mocked Khan for stating the obvious in his caption, adding: “Cheers for that Amir I’d never heard of him.”
      Man United kept a smile on Fergie’s face when they defeated Southampton 1-0 on Saturday.
      The Red Devils are coming off the back of a resounding win over Liverpool which saw Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Maguire dropped.
      And boss Erik ten Hag has left the duo out of his squad again, as United won back-to-back games for the first time since February. More

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      Everton complete transfer of Neal Maupay from Brighton for around £15m as forward becomes Frank Lampard’s sixth signing

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      EVERTON have signed Neal Maupay in an estimated £15million transfer from Brighton.The striker, 26, has penned a three-year deal which includes the option to extend for a further season.
      Maupay has joined Everton in a £15m transfer from BrightonCredit: Getty
      He has signed a three-year deal with The ToffeesCredit: Getty
      Upon his arrival, Maupay told EvertonTV: “Everton is a great club with unbelievable fans and I am so, so happy to be here.
      “It feels amazing. It was an easy choice for me when I started to talk with the club.
      “I knew straight away I wanted to play for Everton and help the club to succeed. I’m excited and it’s a new challenge for me.
      “I will do everything I can for Everton. That’s what the fans want – they want players that are ready to give their best, and ready to fight.
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      “When I step on the pitch, I will run, I will tackle, I will try to make assists and score goals.
      “Whatever the team needs, I will do it, because I want to be successful and I want my team to win.”
      The Frenchman is not eligible to make his debut against Brentford on Saturday, but he could make an appearance when Everton travel to Elland Road to face Leeds on Tuesday.
      Manager Frank Lampard believes Maupay is the perfect player to provide competition for Dominic Calvert-Lewin in attack.
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      He said: “We’re delighted to bring Neal to Everton, a player of proven quality in the Premier League.
      “We wanted to strengthen our attacking options and Neal provides a goalscoring threat, as well as bags of energy and a fighting spirit that are vital to what we’re building at the club.”
      The Toffees almost missed out on signing Maupay, who was close to completing a move to Nottingham Forest.
      However, they were able to hijack the deal just one week before the transfer window shuts.
      Maupay is Everton’s sixth signing of the summer following the arrivals of Amadou Onana, Conor Coady, Dwight McNeil, Ruben Vinagre and James Tarkowski. More

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      ‘Let me leave’ – Man Utd transfer target Antony BEGS Ajax to let him go as Dutch giants reject £76m Red Devils bid

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      MANCHESTER UNITED target Antony has begged Ajax to let him leave for Old Trafford.The Red Devils have had a £76million bid rejected for the winger, with his club determined to hold on to him.
      Antony is determined to leave AjaxCredit: Getty
      But the Brazilian is determined to leave before Thursday’s transfer deadline and is trying to force his way out.
      In an explosive interview with transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Antony revealed all about how he has spent all summer trying to leave Amsterdam.
      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.
      “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.
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      “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.”
      SunSport exclusively revealed on Wednesday night that the Red Devils are confident of completing a move by next Thursday.
      Following United’s latest bid, Antony felt that surely he would be let go.
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      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.
      “I’ve been insisting on this theme since February so that the club could rebuild the team with peace of mind.”
      People need to listen to me and understand that my motivation moves me towards happinessAntony
      Asked how he feels about Ajax in the midst of this saga, he said: “I was very happy in Amsterdam, I won titles at Ajax, made friends and built part of my career, but now I reinforce that I am ready and full of motivation to follow my story and my dreams.
      “People need to listen to me and understand that my motivation moves me towards happiness. I need this to continue performing at a high level. Ajax will always be in my heart.”
      Quizzed if he had a message for Ajax fans, he concluded: “I hope Ajax fans understand me… because the future for a football player is a totally uncertain thing and the opportunities can be unique!”
      “My message is one of gratitude for Ajax, club and fans.”
      Antony enjoyed two extremely successful seasons in Amsterdam under United boss Erik ten Hag.
      He scored 22 goals in 79 appearances under the Dutchman – winning two Eredivisie titles and a KNVB Cup.
      The 22-year-old started Ajax’s first two league games of this season, grabbing a goal and two assists in the process.
      He was left out for their 1-0 win against Sparta Rotterdam last week, however, after refusing to train.
      When Ajax boss Alfred Schreuder was asked about Antony’s desire to move to Man United, he made a cheeky dig at the Red Devils.
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      The 49-year-old said: “Yes, my feeling is good. I understand Antony, but you play for Ajax.
      “We are playing Champions League football. I don’t think Man United are playing Champions League football.” More