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      Everton boss Frank Lampard interested in Conor Coady transfer with Wolves captain targeted to add experience to defence

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      FRANK LAMPARD wants Everton to sign Conor Coady, reports suggest.Everton are in dire need of reinforcements ahead of the new Premier League season as they bid to avoid another relegation battle.
      Seasoned campaigner Conor Coady is set to captain Wolves once again this seasonCredit: Getty
      Frank Lampard wants to add Coady’s experience to his Everton squadCredit: Getty
      Former Chelsea manager Lampard has identified Coady as a key target before the transfer window slams shut.
      According to Alan Myers, the Everton boss admires Coady’s experience and feels it would benefit his squad.
      Wolves captain Coady has made 152 Premier League appearances.
      The 29-year-old is both experienced and used to the demands of the Prem, playing all 38 games of Wolves’ league campaign last season.
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      Coady is also an England international, appearing 10 times under Gareth Southgate.
      Wolves’ £20.5m acquisition of Burnley defender Nathan Collins could prove to be the key which could allow Coady to leave if Everton submit a bid.
      Everton have already added James Tarkowski and Dwight McNeil from Burnley, and signed ex-Wolves man Ruben Vinagre on loan from Sporting Lisbon.
      However, bearing in mind their struggles last season and the £60m loss of key forward Richarlison to Tottenham, this season could once again prove tricky for The Toffees.
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      And the club’s start has taken a worse turn, with talisman Dominic Calvert-Lewin picking up an injury just days before their Goodison Park opener against Chelsea.
      Other reports have indicated Lampard is eyeing up as many as four additions from Chelsea with the highly sought-after Armando Broja and former midfielder Ross Barkley among them. More

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      Nottingham Forest attempting to sign Jizz Hornkamp from Willem II… and fans are all saying the same thing

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      NOTTINGHAM FOREST’s latest transfer target has sent fans into a fit of giggles.Jizz Hornkamp, a Dutch striker from Willem II, has been identified as a target for the newly promoted side claim The Athletic.
      The fantastically named Jizz Hornkamp could be on his way to the Premier LeagueCredit: Getty
      Fans have reacted on social media to his X-rated name rather than the prospect of him joining Steve Cooper’s side.
      One fan said: “This has to be a made up name.”
      Another couldn’t believe it: “I had to Google him to make sure he was a real person.”
      More saw the funny side of the transfer speculation: “Please sign him with a name like that. Imagine the chants.”
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      The jokes continued: “I hope he’s coming.”
      One supporter asked: “Hands up who’s having Jizz on the backs of their shirts?”
      Hornkamp, 24, began his career at Heerenveen but was part of the Ajax youth academy for eight years.
      He has a good scoring record – netting 20 goals in the Dutch second division two seasons ago.
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      Last campaign he netted five before making a January move to Willem II.
      He made the step up to the Eredivisie by scoring four times but his efforts could not prevent his side from relegation.
      Nottingham Forest have had a busy summer transfer window making 12 signings so far.
      Their most recent addition, Orel Mangala from Stuttgart, took their spending to around £100million.
      They have bolstered their squad across all areas of the pitch signing goalkeeper Dean Henderson, attacking midfielder Jesse Lingard and striker Taiwo Awoniyi in their biggest deal of the summer. More

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      Chelsea have first Wesley Fofana transfer bid of £63m rejected by Leicester despite huge financial problems

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      CHELSEA have had an opening offer for Wesley Fofana rejected by Leicester City despite a crippling financial situation at the club, reports suggest.Fofana, 21, is one of Chelsea’s targets in central defence this transfer window with the club needing to replace the losses of Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen.
      Wesley Fofana played just 12 times for Leicester last season as recovered from a fibula fracture he suffered the season priorCredit: Getty
      Fofana pictured arriving for pre-season trainingCredit: Getty
      Thomas Tuchel is keen to recruit Fofana and new owner Todd Boehly – who is also operating as the club’s interim director of football – has ramped up The Blues’ interest in recent weeks.
      This has resulted in an opening bid for Fofana in the region of £63million.
      But L’Equipe report this opening bid has been rejected.
      Leicester are understood to be demanding a fee of at least £84million.
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      Chelsea are reluctant to match such a large fee for the Frenchman, but are willing to offer him a handsome £200,000 per week.
      However, the precarious financial situation of Leicester could tip the balance of power in procuring Fofana more into their hands.

      A report from The Times indicates a post-Covid hangover and lack of big-money sales have left The Foxes unable to invest in the first team this summer.
      This has left Leicester in the unique position of being the only side to have not made a single signing despite the Premier League kicking off in a matter of days.
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      And Fofana is not the only player courting interest at the King Power Stadium, with James Maddison also the subject of a major bid from Newcastle.
      Likewise, Youri Tielemans has been linked with a move to Arsenal, with The Gunners yet to submit a formal bid.
      Manager Brendan Rodgers has grown concerned over the futures of a number of integral stars within his squad, but he cannot recruit replacements until there are sales.
      He has also now lost the services of veteran goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel after he completed a shock move to Nice after a decade of service at the club, including a Premier League and FA Cup title.
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      While Fofana remains a priority target for Chelsea, they have also been in talks with Brighton to sign Man City target Marc Cucurella.
      Reports suggested an agreement had been reached between the two clubs before The Seagulls issued a statement late last night denying this claim. More

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      Arsenal send Charlie Patino, 18, to Blackpool on season-long loan transfer to give midfielder first-team experience

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      ARSENAL starlet Charlie Patino has completed his season-long loan switch to Championship side Blackpool.The 18-year-old, who has been likened to Phil Foden, has signed for the Seasiders in his quest to play regular first-team football.
      Blackpool have announced the signing of midfielder Charlie Patino from Arsenal on loanCredit: Twitter: @CharliePatino10
      Patino has joined the Seasiders in his bid to play regular first-team footballCredit: Twitter: @CharliePatino10
      But the deal does not include a buy-option – with the Gunners believing the midfielder has a huge future in North London.
      Patino featured twice under Mikel Arteta last term with the teenager scoring on his debut against Sunderland in the Carabao Cup just before Christmas.
      He then started in the 1-0 defeat against Nottingham Forest in the third round of the FA Cup, but he struggled against Steve Cooper’s side.
      And he has now decided to link up with Blackpool, where he could feature against Stoke on Saturday.
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      Speaking to Blackpool’s website: “This is a great opportunity for me, and I think I’m ready to take this on. It’s the next step of my career and I’m really excited to get going.
      “I spoke to Danny Ballard and Dujon Sterling before coming to the Club and they were full of praise and said it’s an amazing place to be where everybody is welcome.
      “They also mentioned the fans, the Tangerine Army, who are always on their feet at home and away games.
      “I’m just buzzing to play in front of them and show them what I’m about.”   
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      Boss Michael Appleton added: “Charlie is a very talented boy and I’m delighted that Arsenal have trusted us to look after him and further his development.
      “The club has a good relationship with Arsenal from previous loan deals, as I have personally from taking players to my former clubs, with Brooke Norton-Cuffy being the most recent last season.
      “Charlie is one of the best midfielders in his age group and I can’t wait to start working with him.”
      Patino has followed academy team-mate Folarin Balogin out the Arsenal door, with the exciting striker linking up with French side Reims on loan.
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      Meanwhile. playmaker Marcelo Flores has opted to join Spanish club Real Oviedo on a temporary deal.
      And goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo has already made the move to League One outfit Crewe on loan, where he played in Saturday’s 2-1 win over Rochdale.
      England youth international Patino could feature against Stoke on SaturdayCredit: Twitter: @CharliePatino10 More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo will finally make Man Utd ‘Great Escape’… and I don’t blame him for wanting out, says Piers Morgan

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO has been tipped to finally escape Manchester United, by pal Piers Morgan.The five-time Ballon d’Or winner, 37, has been vocal in his desire to quit Old Trafford after the club’s 2021-22 horror show.
      Piers Morgan has sided with Cristiano Ronaldo as he looks to force a move away from Man UtdCredit: Getty
      Ronaldo is still fitter than most players, says Piers Morgan
      Ronaldo’s agent, Jorge Mendes, has contacted Bayern Munich, Chelsea and Atletico Madrid over a summer move – with ALL three rejecting the veteran striker.
      It speaks volumes of the former Real Madrid forward’s desire to escape the continually sinking ship that is Manchester United.
      While fans have criticised Ronaldo for so openly trying to quit, Piers has revealed he doesn’t blame him – launching into a withering attack on United’s flops just days before the new season.
      Piers told SunSport: “Ronaldo will extricate himself from his living nightmare at a rotting excuse for a giant global club that now bears no resemblance to the iconic place where he first cut his GOAT teeth.
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      “He may be 37 but he’s still fitter than most players and scored 18 Premier League goals last season, second behind joint Golden Boot winners Mo Salah and Son Heung-min.
      “Yet pathetic media snipers have blamed HIM for United’s woes which is utter nonsense.
      “Without him, they’d have been fighting relegation.
      “Ronaldo’s looked at the dreadfully unambitious way United’s run these days — and the woefully entitled attitude of many of the younger players — and wants to run away from this trainwreck faster than United’s fastest fan, Usain Bolt.
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      “I don’t blame him.”
      And Piers wasn’t holding back as he tore into United’s flops ahead of the new season.
      When asked who he believed would be the biggest failures of the season, Piers bluntly continued: “Manchester United.
      “The biggest bunch of overpaid, under-performing wastrels in Premier League history will have another terrible season.
      “So much expensive talent but so little dedication, commitment or pride in wearing those world-famous shirts.
      “New manager Erik ten Hag talks a good game.
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      “But his transfer business so far has been seriously underwhelming and he will quickly discover his showboating Twitter-obsessed prima donnas just don’t have the right mentality to compete.
      “I doubt they will even make the top six.”
      Man Utd would have been relegated without Ronaldo, says Piers MorganCredit: Instagram More

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      Chelsea reach ‘£52.5m deal’ with Brighton over Cucurella with left-back set for Thursday medical ahead of six-year deal

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      CHELSEA have reportedly reached an agreement with Brighton to sign versatile star Marc Cucurella for £52.5million.The Blues have acted fast to snare the Seagulls star to Stamford Bridge after Manchester City deemed the Spaniard as too expensive.
      Brighton left-back Marc Cururella is claimed to be set to join Chelsea on a £52.5million dealCredit: AFP
      This led the West London outfit to press ahead with a move for the 24-year-old, who can play as a left-back, left wing-back and left centre-back.
      And according to multiple reports, the ex-Getafe ace is now set to undergo a medical before penning a six-year deal.
      Chelsea’s agreement with Brighton will also see talented defender Levi Colwill swap the capital for the South Coast.
      He tweeted: “Marc Cucurella will be in London on Thursday morning together with his agents.
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      “Chelsea have already booked medical tests then contract until June 2028 will be signed.
      “Fee will be £52.5m for Cucurella and then Brighton will buy Levi Colwill in a separated deal.”
      The Italian reporter then declared that the Blues have inserted a buy-back option in the ex-Huddersfield loanee’s deal to the Amex Stadium.
      However, Brighton then released a statement where they insisted that NO agreement had been reached contrary to reports.
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      A tweet read: “Contrary to inaccurate reports from numerous media outlets this evening, no agreement has been reached with any club to sell Marc Cucurella.”
      Cucurella had handed in a transfer request to force through a move to the Citizens, but they were unwilling to pay more than £30m.
      Pep Guardiola is now looking to bring Anderlecht ace Sergio Gomez to the Etihad as an alternative to Cucurella.
      The 21-year-old joined the Belgian side from Borussia Dortmund a year ago and made 39 appearances last season, scoring six goals.
      Cucurella’s possible arrival at Chelsea will now likely see Marcos Alonso leave the club, with Barcelona known to be keen on the full-back.
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      Defender Malang Sarr is also expected to depart before the end of the window with Monaco and Fulham keen to sign him on loan.
      A centre-back remains a priority for boss Thomas Tuchel with Leicester’s Wesley Fofana eyed up, but the Foxes are holding out for around £85m.
      Meanwhile, a striker is also on the radar following Romelu Lukaku’s return to Inter Milan with Red Bull Salzburg ace Benjamin Sesko a reported option. More

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      ‘Youri Telemans would be ideal’ – Arsenal legend Nigel Winterburn says Leicester midfielder would be perfect transfer

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      NIGEL WINTERBURN has urged Arsenal to sign Leicester star Youri Tielemans as the club legend stated a new midfielder should be a priority.Gunners boss Mikel Arteta has already declared he is pushing for more transfers as he continues his squad overhaul.
      Arsenal icon Nigel Winterburn wants the club to bring in Youri Tielemans from LeicesterCredit: Splash
      Tielemans, 25, has been linked with a move away from the Foxes having entered the final year of his contractCredit: Rex
      Five players have been brought to the Emirates with Gabriel Jesus, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Fabio Vieira, Marquinhos and Matt Turner all snapped up this summer.
      And there have been strong rumours that Tielemans could be next, with the 25-year-old Belgian having just a year left on his deal at the King Power Stadium.
      Leicester are reportedly expecting Arsenal to make a move for the star, but the North London outfit are yet to turn their interest into a formal approach.
      It was claimed in June how Arsenal had already agreed personal terms with the player.
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      And Winterburn, who won three league titles with Arsenal between 1987 and 2000, thinks Tielemans would be a perfect fit due to his Premier League experience.
      Speaking exclusively to SunSport on behalf of FreeSuperTips, the 58-year-old was asked who would his preferred signing be.
      To which the two-time FA Cup winner said: “It’s a tough one, but I do think we still need a midfield player so somebody like a Tielemans would be ideal.
      “He’s had Premier League experience so he would fit into the sort of players Arsenal are looking at.
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      “I just think with that transfer that it’s been mentioned for so long now that I’m not sure that it’s going to happen.
      “But they need that sort of player in the midfield, you look at Arsenal’s activity over the past two seasons, there’s a lot of young talent coming in.
      “There are also players coming in with Premier League experience as well, so I would think that’s the strategy Arsenal are going with.
      “You’re never quite sure what’s fully going on at your club as a fan, but you’d think somebody along those lines would come in with Premier League experience.
      “They’ll need to have the energy to play in this Arsenal side because I think Arsenal will look to play a pressing game this season, particularly at the start of games.
      “Somebody like Tielemans will be good but trying to predict what Arteta and Edu are going to do can be difficult.
      “It could be someone younger who we’ve not heard about and developing for the future which is what did last season and this season.
      “But if they make another signing, I’m hoping it’s the right one and that they can come straight into this team.”
      Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has declared he hopes to bring in more players before the window slams shutCredit: Reuters
      Winterburn was also full of praise for Arsenal’s new-look attack, as well as French centre-back William Saliba after an impressive pre-season following his loan at Marseille.
      He remarked: “If you look at Saliba, he’s done very well defensively and it will be a step up for him in the Premier League, but he hasn’t done anything wrong.
      “He looks comfortable, he looks good on the ball, and he has pace.
      “Positioning wise it looks good, so let’s take it forward into the Premier League and see what happens there.
      “With Jesus and Zinchenko I fit they’ll just slot right in, but what’s impressed me most is the link up play between Jesus, [Martin] Odegaard, [Bukayo] Saka and [Gabriel] Martinelli.
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      “That’s alongside the work rate and the pressing from the front, it’s high energy and if they can keep those players fit and in good form then it looks exciting.
      “Arsenal certainly look like they have an exciting attacking line up for the season.” More

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      Joe Rodon joins Wales team-mate Aaron Ramsey in French league and adamant Rennes transfer will benefit career

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      JOE RODON is convinced his career is heading for greater heights after his move across the Channel.The Tottenham and Wales defender, 24, has joined Ligue 1 side Rennes on a season-long loan with a view to a £20million deal next summer.
      Joe Rodon has joined French club Rennes from Tottenham on a season-long loanCredit: AFP
      Rennes have the option to turn Rodon’s temporary stay at the club into a permanent switchCredit: AFP
      Rodon will follow in the footsteps of fellow Brits David Beckham, Glenn Hoddle, Chris Waddle and Joey Barton to try and crack it in France.
      There are eight British players currently playing in the French top-flight and Rodon said: “It’s not that popular with British players.
      “But I feel that to come over and play in different leagues is only going to benefit and help you grow as a player in your career. 
      “I’ve seen the league a few times. I expect it to be physical and technical. It’s a very strong league. I want to learn and I can’t wait to get started.”
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      Rodon has been joined in France’s top tier by Wales team-mate Aaron Ramsey, who has joined Nice after his exit on a free from Juventus.
      The pair hope they will get games ahead of the World Cup in November but 28-cap Rodon, who played the same number of games – 10 – for Wales as he did for Spurs last season, knows he has to earn his place.
      Rodon, who was unveiled on Wednesday, added: “Playing time is not given to you.
      “You have to work very hard and that is something I am willing to get my head down and work hard. Every player wants to play. At first you have to work hard.”
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      British players in France

      England – Karamoko Dembele – Brest
      Scotland – Charles Boli – Lens
      England – Angel Gomes – Lille
      England – Stephy Mavididi – Montpellier
      Wales – Aaron Ramsey – Nice
      Wales – Joe Rodon – Rennes
      England – Rhys Healey – Toulouse
      England – Levi Lumeka – Troyes

      The centre-back played for Tottenham in a 2-2 Europa Conference League draw with new club Rennes last September but he struggled to name any of the French side’s players in the pre-match press conference.
      Rodon said: “Last year I didn’t know many (players) but now it is different.
      “I have had a couple of days with the team and it is a talented young group.
      “I’m getting to know them. They have been very welcoming to me. I’m sure I’ll become closer to them throughout the season.” More