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      Brentford close in on Mikkel Damsgaard swoop from Sampdoria with star set to ‘undergo medical’ ahead of £12.6m transfer

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      BRENTFORD have reached an agreement to sign Mikkel Damsgaard, according to reports.The Danish midfielder has been in talks to sign for Brentford, and personal terms have now finally been agreed between the two parties.
      Mikkel Damsgaard celebrates scoring against England at Euro 2020Credit: PA
      Damsgaard in action for SampdoriaCredit: Getty
      Fabrizio Romano has reported Damsgaard will make his way to England next week to complete his medical and finalise the deal.
      Brentford will pay £12.6million to Serie A side Sampdoria to sign him.
      Damsgaard has previously been linked with Liverpool and Tottenham, with his performances at Euro 2020 drawing attention.
      The 22-year-old scored a stunning free-kick for Denmark in the semi-final against England and subsequently drew interest from a number of Premier League clubs.
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      However, with a reported fee of £30m, no moves ended up happening at the time.
      Now a year on, Brentford are set to bring him into the club for far less.
      The deal will represent the fifth signing of the window for Thomas Frank’s side.
      The Bees have already completed deals for Arsenal-linked Aaron Hickey and Keane-Lewis Potter for a combined £34m.
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      They have also signed veteran defender Ben Mee and beat off interest from Manchester United to sign goalkeeper Thomas Strakosha on free transfers.
      Damsgaard will likely enter the Brentford Community Stadium as a replacement for Christian Eriksen, who joined Man United on a free after his short-term deal with Brentford expired. More

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      Man Utd make shock transfer enquiry for ex-Man City star Leroy Sane after Antony frustration

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have made a shock enquiry for former Manchester City star Leroy Sane.United are looking for attacking reinforcements after being frustrated in their bid to sign Antony from Ajax.
      Sane is on Man Utd’s shortlist of attacking targets in the summer windowCredit: Getty
      And Bayern Munich winger Sane is on the shortlist despite his successful spell with the club’s noisy neighbours.
      Sources say Bayern would be willing to cash in on Sane after his indifferent form since his £40m move from City in 2020.
      Liverpool have also been linked with the Germany international, who has fallen down the pecking order after Bayern signed Reds star Sadio Mane earlier this summer.
      As Sunsport reported, PSV Eindhoven’s Cody Gakpo, Wolves star Pedro Neto, Villarreal forward Arnaut Danjuma and Crystal Palace wideman Michael Olise are also on United’s radar.
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      But the willingness to consider a move for Sane is a sign of how urgently new boss Erik Ten Hag wants to bolster his forward line.
      Carlos Tevez’s move directly from Old Trafford to the Etihad in 2009 caused bad blood between the local rivals.
      City’s “Welcome To Manchester” billboards to hail the Tevez signing wound up Sir Alex Ferguson and United fans.
      And the Argentinian star went on to win the FA Cup and Premier League with City.
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      Ten Hag needs more options up front amid the uncertainty over Cristiano Ronaldo’s future.
      The Portuguese superstar has made it clear his desire to leave Old Trafford this summer.
      But he could still start for United in their season opener against Brighton on Sunday due to Anthony Martial’s injury. More

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      Chelsea boss Tuchel ‘wants Aubameyang transfer’ and ‘demands world class players only’ in damning verdict on squad

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      THOMAS TUCHEL has told Chelsea owner Todd Boehly to sign Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and demanded he only sign world class players.Chelsea start their season against Everton in Saturday’s late kick-off, and have seen a number of new stars come through the door at Stamford Bridge.
      Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is wanted by ChelseaCredit: Getty
      Thomas Tuchel demanded the club sign world class playersCredit: Getty
      But these are still not enough for Tuchel, who has reportedly described his squad as average.
      According to Florian Plettenberg, the German coach wants to add Aubameyang to his squad next, having previously worked with him while at Borussia Dortmund.
      However, Barcelona want to keep the former Arsenal man as a top back up to Lewandowski, with them preferring Memphis Depay to leave instead.
      Aubameyang joined the club on a free transfer in January, scoring 13 times in 23 games.
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      Chelsea signed Marc Cucurella and Carney Chukwuemeka earlier this week deals with £62milliion and £20m from Brighton and Aston Villa respectively.
      Raheem Sterling and Kalidou Koulibaly also joined earlier in the window to bolster Tuchel’s squad.
      The club are also after Leicester’s Wesley Fofana and have now entered the race to sign Manchester United target Frenkie de Jong.
      Although whether these players are among those who Tuchel refers to as world class remains to be seen.
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      In terms of outgoings, Marcos Alonso appears set to leave for Barcelona after he said goodbye to his team-mates.
      They managed to retain captain Cesar Azpilicueta after he penned a new two-year contract. More

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      Harry Redknapp says he ‘knows for a fact’ Frenkie de Jong wants Chelsea transfer as Barcelona star rejects Man Utd offer

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      FORMER Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp has claimed that Frenkie de Jong would rather join Chelsea over Manchester United this summer.The Red Devils have been pursuing a deal for De Jong, 25, since the transfer window opened in June.
      Chelsea are pushing to sign De JongCredit: Getty
      Redknapp claims the Dutchman would be open to a move to Stamford BridgeCredit: Getty
      However, despite already reaching a £72million agreement with Barcelona, United officials have not been able to tempt him to Old Trafford.
      The Dutchman has made it clear that he wants to stay at the Nou Camp next season, but Redknapp believes he could be persuaded to join Chelsea if The Blues submit a suitable offer.
      When speaking to The Byline, the former manager said: “Now it looks like De Jong wants to go to Chelsea, I know that for a fact, he wants to go to Chelsea.
      “Man United are not going to get him. I’ve had that from somebody right at the very, very, very top at Man United, he’s made up [his mind], he really wants to go to Chelsea.
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      “So if he goes to Chelsea, and Man United don’t get him, I don’t know where they’re going and if Chelsea get him obviously he’ll be a fantastic signing for them.”
      The Blues have reportedly offered Barcelona a swap deal including £59m and Marcos Alonso for De Jong.
      The LaLiga giants have been pushing to sign Alonso for months, so club chiefs could be tempted to accept the bid.
      Chelsea have already strengthened their squad in several areas this summer, including the full-back position.
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      Marc Cucurella was announced as the club’s most recent addition on Friday.
      He signed a six-year contract to complete a £62m transfer from Brighton.
      Thomas Tuchel and Todd Boehly are now looking to sign Wesley Fofana from Leicester City.
      Fofana is said to be open to the prospect of a move, but The Foxes are not willing to let him go unless an offer of at least £85m is submitted. More

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      Man Utd ‘consider shock transfer move for ex-West Ham man Arnautovic’ as Bologna striker, 33, eyes Premier League return

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly considering a move for ex-West Ham forward Marko Arnautovic.The 33-year-old has scored 15 goals in 34 appearances for Serie A side Bologna since arriving in Italy at the start of last season.
      Arnautovic is currently playing for Bologna in Serie ACredit: Getty
      He joined the Italian outfit after three years in China with Shanghai Port.
      The Austrian, who has been capped 102 times by his country, signed for the Chinese Super League club following spells in the Premier League with Stoke and West Ham – where he netted 22 times in 65 games.
      But now he could be set for a sensational return to England as Man Utd are linked with a move for him.
      According to Gazzetta, the Red Devils are looking for a striker and Arnautovic is “fascinated” by another spell in the Prem.
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      As a result, he could well be the man to replace Cristiano Ronaldo if the Portuguese superstar departs this summer.
      Ronaldo has made it clear his desire to leave Old Trafford in search of Champions League football.
      If that is the case, Erik ten Hag will be keen to replace him.
      United have already been hit with a striker crisis ahead of their opening Premier League game on Sunday.
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      Anthony Martial suffered an injury during a friendly with Atletico Madrid last week and has been ruled out of this weekend’s clash.
      So their options up front are either Marcus Rashford or an unhappy Ronaldo.
      United host Brighton at Old Trafford as they bid to make a winning start to life under new Dutch manager Ten Hag. More

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      Man Utd star Aaron Wan-Bissaka is ex-club Crystal Palace’s top transfer target, three years after he left for £50m

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      AARON WAN-BISSAKA could reportedly make a return to Crystal Palace after it was revealed they hold an interest in him.The Manchester United star, who Palace sold three years ago for £50million, has lost his place in the United starting xi and consequently is seen as a player who can be shipped out.
      Aaron Wan-Bissaka is wanted by Crystal Palace on loanCredit: Getty
      Palace interested in him, and are willing to take the full-back on loan this season, as reported by Sky Sports.
      Wan-Bissaka excelled in The Eagles low-block system after he broke into the first team from the academy, impressing with his robust and often extraordinary tackling ability.
      After 46 appearances in the Palace senior side United were convinced to splash £50m on him, banking on him developing the attacking side of his game to the required standard.
      However, after struggling last season the 24-year-old lost his place to Diogo Dalot, and this trend is likely to continue when Erik ten Hag picks his team to face Brighton in their opening fixture.
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      Wan-Bissaka has two years left on his current contract with the club holding an option to extend it for a further 12 months.
      At present, Palace have veteran Joel Ward and former Liverpool star Nathaniel Clyne at right-back.
      Clyne was picked at right-back for Palace’s opener against Arsenal, which they lost 2-0, but a more youthful option may work better for manager Patrick Vieira’s system.
      Despite the links to Wan-Bissaka, Vieira refused to be drawn into speculation.
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      He said: “Names are difficult to talk about.
      “We already have a couple of good players down the right who are performing well.”
      Palace have enjoyed great success with Tyrick Mitchell at left-back, with his defensive displays earning him a place in the England team at the end of last season.
      Mitchell and Wan-Bissaka share similar profiles in terms of their defensive abilities, which could convince Vieira to pull the trigger and ask Palace to bring the former Palace man back to Selhurst Park. More

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      Chelsea ‘offer £59m plus Marcos Alonso’ for Frenkie de Jong in swap transfer with Barcelona keen to sell star

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      CHELSEA have reportedly offered Barcelona £59million plus Marcos Alonso in a bid to sign Frenkie de Jong.The Blues are currently battling Manchester United for De Jong’s signature.
      Chelsea are pushing to sign De JongCredit: Getty
      The Blues have offered Alonso as part of a swap dealCredit: Getty
      United have already reached a £72m agreement with Barcelona for him, but the Dutchman does not want to make the switch.
      And now, Chelsea are looking to hijack the deal.
      According to Spanish outlet Sport, The Blues have proposed a swap deal including Alonso and £59m in an attempt to reach an agreement with the LaLiga giants.
      If Barcelona choose to accept the offer, De Jong will have to make a decision on his future by next week.
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      He has already expressed his desire to remain at the Nou Camp, but former Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp claims that he could be convinced to join Chelsea.
      Meanwhile, Barcelona have been pushing to sign Alonso for weeks, so the swap could prove to be ideal for both clubs.
      The full-back reportedly bid farewell to his Chelsea teammates earlier this week in the hope that he will seal a move to Spain over the weekend.
      This came just hours after The Blues announced the signing of Marc Cucurella from Brighton.
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      Thomas Tuchel and Todd Boehly now have their sights set on other defensive targets as they look to complete a deal for Wesley Fofana.
      The defender is said to be keen on the prospect of a move to Stamford Bridge, but Leicester are not willing to let him go.
      The Foxes want at least £85m for his services – a sum of which Chelsea are reportedly willing to match. More

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      Chelsea stars ‘say goodbye to Marcos Alonso’ with defender to seal Barcelona transfer as Blues sign Cucurella for £62m

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      CHELSEA players have reportedly said their goodbyes to Marcos Alonso ahead of his move to Barcelona.The 31-year-old left-back has been linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge all summer.
      Chelsea defender Alonso looks set to complete a move to BarcelonaCredit: Getty
      But that speculation increased further following the signing of Brighton star Marc Cucurella.
      Thomas Tuchel now has both Cucurella and Ben Chilwell to choose from at left-back – leaving Alonso out in the cold.
      And according to The Mail, the Spaniard has carried out his farewells to staff at Chelsea’s Cobham training ground as he bids to seal a transfer this weekend.
      Alonso has won the Premier League, FA Cup, Champions League and Europa League during a successful six-year stint with the Blues.
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      But now his days as a Chelsea player are numbered as Barcelona close in on his signature.
      90min have reported that the Catalan giants are “confident” of reaching an agreement for the defender.
      That is despite news on Friday that LaLiga have denied them registering five new players until they raise more funds.
      In order to do so, Barca will need to sell players such as Frenkie de Jong – who has been heavily linked with Manchester United.
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      Meanwhile, Alonso was thought to be heading to Barcelona along with Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta.
      But the Blues skipper completed a U-turn earlier this week when he signed a new two-year deal to remain at Stamford Bridge.
      Azpilicueta’s commitment eases the Blues’ need to recruit further defensive reinforcements.
      Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen left for free in the summer following the expiration of their contracts.
      Only Kalidou Koulibaly from Napoli has been brought in as a replacement after the club missed out on Jules Kounde. More