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      Brian Brobbey reveals text from Erik ten Hag after snubbing Man Utd transfer to join Ajax from RB Leipzig

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      Ajax star Brian Brobbey has revealed how he snubbed former boss Erik ten Hag’s bid to lure him to Manchester United.The Dutch striker helped Ten Hag’s side win the Eredivisie title in May after rejoining them on loan from RB Leipzig.
      Ajax ace Brian Brobbey has revealed he snubbed Erik ten Hag’s plea to join Man UnitedCredit: Getty
      Ten Hag and Brobbey lifted the Eredivisie together with Ajax last seasonCredit: Getty
      Ajax re-signed Amsterdam-born Brobbey in a £13million deal last month.
      The 20-year-old previously came through his hometown club’s academy.
      Brobbey has now said he refused the chance to become part of Ten Hag’s Old Trafford rebuilding plans during the summer.
      The frontman said: “I wanted to return to Ajax at all costs. Erik wanted to work with me at Manchester United.
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      “He messaged me to ask if I was open to the idea.
      “But I politely replied to say ‘thanks, but no thanks.’ I wanted to go back to Ajax.
      “I have friends at the club, and their style of play suits me, so it’s not yet the end of the story for me with them.
      “I still have to fully make my name as a striker for Ajax’s first team.
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      “That is how I felt in the second half of last season, when I was here on loan.
      “After it ended I truly felt I absolutely had to come back.”
      Ten Hag is still looking to sign a striker before the deadline, with a lack of options forcing him to play midfielder Christian Eriksen as a false nine in the opening game of the season. More

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      PSV admit that Cody Gakpo’s ‘departure cannot be prevented’ as Man United hold ‘serious plans for him’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED remain determined to sign Cody Gakpo from PSV Eindhoven, who prepare to face Rangers in the Champions League clash tonight.The Red Devils have been targeting the winger and as well as Ajax star Antony throughout the summer.
      The Champions League fixture against Rangers might be Cody Gakpo’s last appearance for PSV as he edges closer to Man UtdCredit: Getty
      And De Telegraaf report that the Champions League tie might be the last time fans see Gakpo wearing the PSV colours as United have “serious plans” for him.
      United aim to “cement their interest” in the youngster who is keen to play under the wing of fellow Dutch manager Erik Ten Hag.
      PSV have been holding the ropes in the transfer, demanding a fee of £42million with United reluctant to go over £34m.
      But the Dutch side have now realised that Gakpo’s “departure cannot be prevented.”
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      Especially if they fail to beat Rangers and miss out on the Champions League group stages.
      Gakpo has been on United’s radar all summer after an incredible 2021/22 season with PSV in which he scored 12 goals and registered 13 assists in 27 Eredivisie appearances.
      And he has shot up Ten Hag’s wishlist amid frustrations over the pursuit of Brazilian star Antony.
      United had a £67.5m bid rejected for the attacker last week as Ajax insist their prized asset it for sale.
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      He is now on strike as he tries to force the Dutch champions to do business.
      It is unclear whether United will still seek to bring in Gakpo if Antony become available.
      Ten Hag admitted at the start of the transfer window that United are walking a “financial tightrope” after failing to qualify for the Champions League.
      They splashed £70m on Real Madrid star Casemiro last week and unveiled him before the statement 2-1 win over Liverpool.
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      And Ten Hag has also brought in Tyrell Malacia, Christian Eriksen and Lisandro Martinez this summer.
      While they club remain keen to finally complete a deal for Frenkie de Jong. More

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      Lionel Messi can break Cristiano Ronaldo Champions League record this season and Man Utd ace can’t do anything about it

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO won’t be able to stop rival Lionel Messi breaking his phenomenal Champions League record this season.Ronaldo tops the all-time goal scorer chart in the competition with 141 goals in 185 games.
      Messi can overtake Ronaldo as the Champions League all-time top scorer as the Man United ace won’t feature in the competition unless he leaves Old TraffordCredit: AFP
      The 37-year-old has racked up the sensational tally across two spells at Man United, plus stints at Porto, Real Madrid, and Juventus.
      But Messi is hot on Ronaldo’s heels with 125 goals in 156 appearances in the competition.
      Just 15 goals stand between the football gods – and Messi has the perfect opportunity to close the gap this season as Ronaldo won’t be participating in the Champions League as it stands.
      Ron’s current team United failed to qualify for the tournament last season – leaving Messi to run riot with Paris Saint-Germain.
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      The Argentine will have 13 games to usurp Ronaldo’s record if PSG reach the final.
      Although the Parisians only managed to reach the last 16 in the previous campaign with Messi contributing five goals along the way.

      But Ronaldo can throw a spanner in the works if he gets to leave United this summer.
      The Portugal legend has made it clear that he wants to leave Old Trafford to play in the Champions League.
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      However, finding a new club has proved difficult for Ronaldo as no club seem to be interested in taking him on.
      Borussia Dortmund were the latest club linked with the attacker – but they’ve since denied the rumours.
      On top of that, United boss Erik ten Hag insists that Ron is still a key part of his squad despite dropping him for the club’s win over Liverpool. More

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      Wesley Fofana forced to train with Leicester U23s after he is banished from first-team amid Chelsea transfer bids

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      LEICESTER defender Wesley Fofana has been forced to train with the Under-23s after he failed to turn up to training one day last week.His manager Brendan Rodgers confirmed that he has been banished from the first-team amid the player wanting to leave for Chelsea.
      Wesley Fofana wants to leave Leicester with Chelsea desperate to sign himCredit: Getty
      Brendan Rodgers has punished Fofana for his lack of commitment amid the ongoing sagaCredit: Getty
      SunSport can exclusively reveal that the Blues are now pulling out of the deal after seeing a third bid of £70million rejected.
      Leicester are holding out for a reported £85million.
      Rodgers said: “There was an offer gone in and its been rejected.”
      He also confirmed the 21-year-old has not been in the right frame of mind to play after missing the last two games: “He’s training with the under-23s so he can get his football fitness and keep working.
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      “It’s so important at this stage to control any sort of distractions that may be there.
      “He’s a good kid, it’s just been a really challenging situation for him.
      “I’ve had it a number of times in my career where there’s players who can deal with it, cope with it, get on, want to help their teammates. There’s others that just can’t deal with with the distraction.
      “You need the full commitment from your players. These guys get well paid. The very least you can do is turn up. And if you don’t, with all due respect, you cant then just think you can walk into our group.
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      “Of course, if it [Fofana leaving] happens, the sooner the better, because it might allow us to do some work [in the transfer window].”
      Fofana was not part of the Foxes’ squad that lost to Southampton 2-1 at the weekend.
      He was also pictured not celebrating when Leicester scored.
      He has since also missed out on the Carabao Cup penalty win against Stockport.
      With Chelsea refusing to up their bid it remains to be seen whether the Frenchman will resume playing again.
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      Thomas Tuchel’s side could turn their attention to Brighton’s Adam Wesbter, according to reports.
      As for Leicester, they have made just one signing this summer in back-up goalkeeper Alex Smithies. More

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      Nottingham Forest ‘keen on £17m transfer for Tottenham defender Japhet Tanganga as Prem new-boys eye 17th signing

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      NOTTINGHAM FOREST are interested in signing Tottenham defender Japhet Tanganga, according to reports.The Prem new boys have already splashed out more than £130million on 16 signings this summer – but their spending isn’t over yet.
      Japhet Tanganga has been linked with a Spurs exitCredit: EPA
      Tanganga, 23, is on their radar as they look to recruit cover for the injured Moussa Niakhate – himself a new arrival from Mainz.
      Niakhate, 26, is set for months on the sidelines after suffering a thigh injury during the 1-0 victory over West Ham.
      According to the Mail, Tanganga has emerged as a serious target to replace Niakhate.
      They claim that Spurs are demanding £17m for their homegrown defender.
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      Tanganga hasn’t featured in a competitive match since January after suffering a knee injury.
      He returned to action during pre-season, and has been an unused substitute for matches against Chelsea and Wolves.
      The Mail add that a move to Forest is unlikely unless Tottenham drop their asking price.
      Tanganga has also received strong interest from AC Milan.
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      Spurs are reportedly in talks with the Italian champions, who are keen to team Tanganga up with England international Fikayo Tomori at the back.
      According to Calciomercato’s Daniele Longo, Milan are Tanganga’s first-choice destination.
      Forest have also shown an interest in Tottenham full-back Sergio Reguilon.
      But the out-of-favour Spanish international is not believed to be keen on a switch to the City Ground. More

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      Man Utd target Kevin Trapp opens up about ‘nice’ transfer rumours with keeper ‘given assurances over playing time’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED target Kevin Trapp has opened up on the rumours linking him with Old Trafford.The Red Devils’ interest in Trapp emerged yesterday as Erik ten Hag seeks to recruit competition for David de Gea.
      Kevin Trapp, left, appeared at the SportBild Awards alongside manager Oliver GlasnerCredit: Getty
      Asked about United’s interest at the SportBild Awards show last night, the Eintracht Frankfurt keeper remained coy – refusing to rule anything out.
      Trapp, who originally left the Bundesliga side for PSG in 2015 before later returning, said: “As I said during my first spell at Frankfurt, it’s always nice when rumours like this come out.
      “It’s a nice acknowledgement. But I can’t say anything about it.”
      Doubts have been raised whether Trapp, a six-cap German international, would risk leaving Frankfurt to play second fiddle at United in the months leading up to the World Cup.
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      But German outlet Kicker claim that the 32-year-old has been guaranteed game time and a four-year contract should he move to Old Trafford.
      They add that Trapp would be guaranteed to start Europa League and Carabao Cup matches – and would be given a genuine chance to claim De Gea’s No1 spot.
      Some figures within Old Trafford see De Gea as a weak link, particularly after his blunders during the 4-0 defeat at Brentford.
      It has also been questioned whether the Spaniard has the passing ability required to play in Erik ten Hag’s preferred system.
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      Dean Henderson briefly grabbed De Gea’s spot as United’s No1 during the 2020-21 season, starting ten of his side’s last 12 Prem matches.
      But after suffering from Covid during the following pre-season, Henderson lost his place and was handed just three appearances in all competitions last term.
      The one-cap England international grew desperate to leave United, hopping at the chance to join Nottingham Forest on loan.
      Tom Heaton has been the Red Devils’ sub keeper for their opening three matches of the season, although would drop back down to third choice should Trapp arrive.
      Frankfurt boss Oliver Glasner revealed that he is desperate to keep his goalkeeper beyond the transfer deadline… but admitted it’s not up to him.
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      He said: “From a sporting point of view, I would of course like to keep such a great goalkeeper and person.
      “He is a great role model and always one of the first to arrive at training. But I’m not the final decision-maker.”
      David de Gea’s place could come under threatCredit: Rex More

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      Chelsea have THIRD bid rejected for Wesley Fofana as Leicester snub £70m offer… and could play him vs Blues on Saturday

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      CHELSEA have had a THIRD bid rejected for Leicester star Wesley Fofana, according to reports.The Blues are desperate to land the French defender before the transfer deadline.
      Wesley Fofana is eager to move to ChelseaCredit: Getty
      Fofana, 21, is equally eager to move to Stamford Bridge and was dropped for Leicester’s 2-1 home defeat to Southampton last weekend.
      According to the Telegraph, Chelsea have had a bid worth £70million including add-ons turned down today.
      Should the Blues fail to up their offer, Foxes boss Brendan Rodgers will be left with a selection dilemma this weekend.
      Leicester travel to Stamford Bridge on Saturday and would hope to have Fofana focused and ready to play.
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      But Rodgers will have to assess whether his defender will be in the right frame of mind to be selected for the match.
      Chelsea have been eager to bolster their defence all summer after seeing Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen leave on free transfers.
      They signed Kalidou Koulibaly from Napoli, but failed to acquire Jules Kounde, with the French ace instead ditching Sevilla for Barcelona.
      Koulibaly has experienced a mixed start to life in the Premier League – scoring a thumping volley against Tottenham before being red carded at Leeds.
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      Arsenal in Youri Tielemans transfer boost with Leicester ‘set to slash £38m asking price and accept sale’

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      LEICESTER are set to slash their £38million asking price for Youri Tielemans, according to reports.Tielemans, 25, has been heavily linked with a move away from the King Power Stadium this summer.
      Leicester are expected to lower their asking price for Youri TielemansCredit: Getty
      He has less than one year remaining on his current deal, so the Foxes are expected to cash in on him while they still can.
      And, according to Dutch outlet Het Nieuwsblad, as per Sport Witness, Leicester will now demand a smaller fee to get a deal done.
      Club chiefs had been eager to earn £38m from the sale, however, many potential suitors deemed the fee unrealistic.
      Tielemans is now expected to be sold for as little as £20m.
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      Last week, Brendan Rodgers hinted that the midfielder had become distracted by the prospect of a transfer.
      He left Tielemans out of Leicester’s starting line-up ahead of the club’s 2-1 defeat to Southampton on Saturday.
      He claimed that the Belgian was “not in the right mindset” to play.
      A number of Premier League clubs have been linked with a potential swoop for the midfielder including Manchester United and Liverpool.
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      But, Arsenal are claimed to be winning the transfer race.
      The Gunners have reportedly been working on a deal for Tielemans over the past year, but no official offer has been made yet.
      Mikel Arteta may be tempted to pull the trigger on a bid if the Belgian is available for a cut-price fee. More