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      Man Utd set to BLOCK Harry Maguire transfer exit after Chelsea make shock enquiry over England defender

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly set to BLOCK a transfer exit for Harry Maguire after Chelsea made a shock enquiry.The Guardian claims Thomas Tuchel’s side are interested in signing the Red Devils captain this summer.
      Man Utd will block a transfer exit for Chelsea target Harry MaguireCredit: Getty
      Chelsea’s top target remains Leicester’s Wesley Fofana.
      But they have failed with two bids for the Frenchman.
      And Leicester are demanding a whopping £85million to sell.
      The Foxes’ position has seen Chelsea turn their attention to Maguire as an alternative.
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      The England defender has endured a poor start to the new season.
      And reports claim he is set to be dropped for tomorrow’s clash against Liverpool.
      However, Erik ten Hag has already confirmed Maguire will be United’s club captain this term.
      And the Red Devils’ official position is that they are not looking to sell or loan him this summer.
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      Chelsea certainly looked like they could use Maguire in their squad.
      They suffered a humiliating 3-0 defeat at Leeds on Sunday.
      And options at the back are light after Kalidou Koulibaly got himself sent off late on.
      It means Thiago Silva and Trevoh Chalobah are Chelsea’s only recognised centre-backs, with the latter hoping to leave for regular minutes elsewhere.
      And Tuchel will be hoping to push through a deal for either Fofana or Maguire before Chelsea’s next game against Leicester. More

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      Wesley Fofana refuses to celebrate Leicester goal as he watches with girlfriend in stands amid Chelsea transfer interest

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      WANTAWAY Leicester defender Wesley Fofana was completely unmoved as he watched James Maddison’s opener against Southampton from the stands.The 21-year-old was left out of the squad that lost 2-1 to the Saints on Saturday with Brendan Rodgers admitting he wasn’t in the “right frame of mind”.

      Wesley Fofana watched on from the stands as Leicester lost 2-1 to Southampton on SaturdayCredit: Getty
      Fofana is desperate to join Chelsea having agreed personal terms with the BluesCredit: Getty
      French centre-back Fofana has informed the Foxes of his desire to depart amid interest from Chelsea.
      He has reportedly already agreed personal terms with the Blues, but Thomas Tuchel’s side are reluctant to match Leicester’s gigantic £85million asking price.
      With his future in doubt, Fofana was omitted from the matchday squad as he watched his team-mates suffer a second consecutive Premier League defeat from the stands.
      Maddison opened the deadlock in exquisite fashion from a free-kick, but, as the rest of the King Power were brought to their feet, a video posted on Twitter from Leicester fan @stulcfc showed glum Fofana planted in his seat.
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      Sitting next to his girlfriend, the youngster was unmoved as supporters around him celebrated.
      Captioning the clip, the Foxes fan quipped: “Fofana overjoyed at Maddison’s goal just now.”
      It could be the last time Fofana is at the King Power Stadium as a Leicester player before the transfer window slams shut on September 1.
      Rodgers’ men do not play in front of their own supporters until they face Manchester United at the start of next month.
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      The Northern Irish gaffer, who also dropped Arsenal target Youri Tielemans for the Saints clash, commented on Fofana after Leicester’s defeat.
      He said: “In terms of Wesley, it was a young player who is not in the right frame of mind to play at the moment. 
      “There’s a lot going on behind the scenes, which I understand. It’s a difficult moment for him. 
      “He’s a good kid who has been great for us while he’s been here.
      “But you can’t afford to be around your team-mates and playing a Premier League game if you’re not fully focused.” More

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      Barcelona have 10 days to register Jules Kounde or risk losing him for FREE as he misses Real Sociedad clash

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      BARCELONA have just TEN DAYS to register new signing Jules Kounde or face seeing him leave on a FREE.The 23-year-old Spaniard joined the Catalan giants at the end of last month after Sevilla agreed to a transfer worth up to £46million.
      Kounde is still waiting to make his competitive debut for BarcelonaCredit: Getty
      But Barcelona’s perilous financial situation has left them struggling to register their new signings.
      Last week, Xavi’s men did finally register four of their latest acquisitions in Robert Lewandowski, Franck Kessie, Raphinha and Andreas Christensen.
      But Kounde was not included in that group and has been made to wait while Barca attempt to raise funds.
      Now it has been confirmed that he will NOT be eligible to play against Real Sociedad on Sunday evening.
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      That is because LaLiga require the club to balance their books before Kounde can be registered.
      Barca had hoped the sale of Memphis Depay to Juventus would go some way to achieving this.
      However, talks have stalled about the potential transfer of the Dutch forward.
      And Sport are reporting that the departure of Depay alone would still not be sufficient enough to see Kounde registered.
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      If he is not registered before the transfer window closes on September 1 then he will technically be able to join another club for nothing.
      This could open the door to Chelsea who had been monitoring Kounde all summer.
      Thomas Tuchel’s men ended up missing out on the Sevilla centre-back, but may be interested in a second opportunity should Barca fail to get their finances in order.
      The Blues are also chasing Leicester ace Wesley Fofana and Manchester United captain Harry Maguire. More

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      Chelsea and Everton join Man Utd in Ivan Toney transfer battle with Brentford braced for bids for striker

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      CHELSEA and Everton have joined Manchester United in the race to sign Brentford star Ivan Toney, according to reports.The Red Devils are set for a busy final ten days in the transfer market, as they desperately look to bolster Erik ten Hag’s squad following a shocking start.
      Ivan Toney is in demand this monthCredit: Getty
      United are keen on Bees striker Toney and could launch a bid before the end of the window, but they may not be the only ones.
      According to the Mirror, Chelsea and Everton also see the 26-year-old as the answer to their respective forward woes.
      The Blues are after a front man after flogging Romelu Lukaku and Timo Werner – with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang their No1 choice.
      Personal terms have been agreed with the former Arsenal ace, but Chelsea are yet to settle upon a fee with Barcelona.
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      The poverty-pleading Catalan side want £21million for Aubameyang, a fee the Blues don’t want to pay.
      Chelsea have offered £15m plus Marcos Alonso and could move on to Toney if Barca don’t accept.

      Alternatively, boss Thomas Tuchel could still demand TWO strikers be brought in as he looks for extra firepower.
      As for Everton, Frank Lampard’s side have been hit by yet another injury to Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
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      In the England international’s absence, Anthony Gordon and Salomon Rondon have been tried up front, with neither able to inspire the Toffees to a first win of the season.
      Man United, meanwhile, are chasing moves for Eredivisie wingers Antony and Cody Gakpo.
      But should Cristiano Ronaldo leave, they could accelerate efforts to try and sign Toney.
      The Brentford ace has started the season on fire, scoring twice and providing two assists in three appearances. More

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      Frank Lampard sends scouts to watch PSV winger Cody Gakpo as Everton line up transfer swoop for Man Utd target

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      EVERTON have an eye on flying Dutch winger Cody Gakpo in the hope he comes on the market.Boss Frank Lampard sent spy Steve Davis to watch Gakpo, 23, dazzle for PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League qualifier last week when they drew 2-2 with Rangers.
      Gakpo is being linked with a move to the Premier League this summerCredit: Getty
      PSV may sell Gakpo if they are beaten by the Scottish giants in Wednesday’s return leg and miss out on the group stage money.
      The Dutch international has been linked with Manchester United.
      But Everton may be a more realistic destination for the player who has a lot of similarities to ex-Toffee Richarlison.
      He has made 141 appearances for the Eredivisie outfit, scoring 45 goals.
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      And he has also contributed an impressive 37 assists during his five seasons in the first team.
      Everton are keen to land the young, exciting forward but face stiff competition from Erik ten Hag’s United.
      The Red Devils are looking to bolster their squad after a disastrous start to their Premier League campaign.
      United have lost both of their opening matches to Brighton and Brentford.
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      But Everton are also struggling – with their draw against Nottingham Forest making it just one point from three matches for Lampard’s side.
      The Toffees have also been linked with a number of other targets as clubs enter the final two weeks of the summer window.
      Former United youngster Adnan Januzai, Coventry City striker Viktor Gyokeres and Brighton forward Neal Maupay have all been reported as possible acquisitions. More

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      Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag shocked by Donny van de Beek’s broken confidence but will NOT let him seal Ajax loan transfer

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      AJAX have been told there is no chance of taking Donny van de Beek back to Holland – because Erik ten Hag is convinced he can still play a key role at Manchester United.Van de Beek’s former club had hoped a lack of game time may see United let him return to them on loan for the season.
      Donny van de Beek won’t be allowed to leave Man Utd on loan this transfer windowCredit: Getty
      Erik ten Hag has been stunned by Van de Beek’s lack of confidence compared to when he coached midfielder at AjaxCredit: Getty
      But Ten Hag, the man who sold him to United two years ago, is confident the midfielder can force his way into the starting line-up.
      The Old Trafford manager was shocked at how far Van de Beek’s confidence has dropped since he was his gaffer in Amsterdam.
      Now Ten Hag has held talks with the 25-year-old to find out why he hasn’t shown the form which saw United pay £35million for him in 2020.
      And he has told Van de Beek there is no reason why he cannot make a big impression in Manchester.
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      United’s coaching staff are happy with his efforts in training.
      But Ten Hag is keen for him to take the risks in his game that earned a move to England in the first place.
      Ajax cannot afford van de Beek’s wages of around £100,000 a week.
      The Dutch champions hoped United would subsidise any deal if a spell back at the club where he established his reputation sparked a return to his best.
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      But although it could happen in January if he remains a bit-part figure, there is no chance in this window, with ten Hag also wary of being left with a lack of numbers.
      Despite arriving with a tag as one of Europe’s hottest prospects, Van de Beek has started just four league games for United and spent the second half of last season on loan at Everton.
      Yet the Reds’ woeful start to the campaign, leaving them without a point from the first two fixtures, could open the door to a bigger role in Monday’s clash with Liverpool. More

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      Man Utd set to miss out on Christian Pulisic transfer with Chelsea winger only open to joining Champions League club

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are set to miss out on signing Christian Pulisic from Chelsea, according to reports.The Red Devils began to consider a loan deal for the winger earlier this week.
      Pulisic is expected to reject a move to Man UtdCredit: Alamy
      New boss Erik ten Hag is keen to add to his attacking ranks following United’s disastrous start to the Premier League season.
      However, they may now have to consider alternative options as Pulisic is reluctant to make the switch.
      According to The Daily Mail, he wants to join a club that is competing in the Champions League.
      And if he cannot do this, he would prefer to remain at Stamford Bridge rather than make the move to Old Trafford.
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      Man Utd are now looking to pursue a deal for Ajax winger Antony.
      The Red Devils made another bid for the Brazil international worth £67.5million on Thursday, but it was rejected by the Eredivisie giants.
      Ajax reportedly want £84m for their star man – a fee which United chiefs would be reluctant to pay.
      PSV winger Cody Gakpo has since emerged as an alternative target.
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      The 23-year-old did sign a contract extension with the Dutch side earlier this year to keep him at the club until 2026.
      But, it is understood that PSV would be willing to listen to offers if a suitable approach is made. More

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      Federico Valverde’s girlfriend sends expletive-laden message to Casemiro begging him to back out of Man Utd transfer

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      CASEMIRO has been urged to REJECT a move to Manchester United by Federico Valverde’s girlfriend Mina Bonino.The defensive midfielder, 30, is set to join United in a blockbuster £70million transfer from Real Madrid.
      Casemiro is set to join Man Utd on a four-year dealCredit: Getty
      Valverde’s girlfriend Mina Boniono has begged the Brazilian to stayCredit: Getty
      Mina has urged Casemiro against joining Man Utd with a hilarious WhatsApp messageCredit: Instagram @minabonino
      He will sign a bumper four-year contract worth approximately £350,000-a-week over the weekend after completing a medical.
      However, Mina – the girlfriend of Casemiro’s Real Madrid teammate Valverde – begged him to stay in Spain with a hilarious WhatsApp message.
      The text simply read: “Gil de mierda! No te vayas,” which translates to: “Don’t leave, you s**t b*****d,” in Spanish.
      Casemiro has already bid farewell to Real Madrid with an emotional message on social media.
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      It read: “I have lived the most wonderful story that I ever thought. I hope to return one day to what will always be my home.
      “Not in a thousand lifetimes will I be able to give back to @realmadrid and Real Madrid all that you have given me. Forever… Hala Madrid!”
      His sensational move to Man Utd will see him become the most expensive player over the age of 30.
      Toni Kroos – Casemiro’s former midfield partner – fired a warning to the Red Devils on Friday, claiming the Brazilian would never let his teammates relax in training.
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      He said: “With you, my dear Case, it was impossible not to break a sweat… in any situation.
      “Because you wouldn’t let us relax even in the Turkish bath. Meeting there was another torment: you told someone to go and you almost had exercise bikes and weights ready.
      “A warning for your new colleagues to know. Because with you even the Turkish bath was a gym… and you only allow people to lie down when it’s time to do sit-ups.” More