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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

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    Man Utd boost as Hakim Ziyech ‘ready’ for transfer return to Ajax from Chelsea to open door for Antony Old Trafford move

    CHELSEA midfielder Hakim Ziyech is reportedly keen on the prospect of a return to Ajax.The midfielder, 29, has been heavily linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge this summer.
    Ziyech is keen to join AjaxCredit: Getty
    He arrived in London two years ago but has since failed to establish himself as a regular first team starter.
    Blues boss Thomas Tuchel is now open to offloading him on a permanent basis.
    Manchester United were interested in pursuing a deal, but they have since reverted attention back to signing Brazilian winger Antony.
    And now Ajax are interested in bringing him back to the Eredivisie.
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    According to Dutch outlet De Telegraaf, Ziyech is keen to re-join his former club.
    The Morocco international spent four years with the Dutch giants before joining Chelsea in 2020.
    During that time he scored 49 goals and assisted 81 in 165 appearances.
    If Ajax were to complete a deal for Ziyech, who is expected to cost just £8million, it could open the door for Man Utd to sign top target Antony.
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    The Red Devils had a £67.5m bid for the winger rejected earlier this week.
    But, with Ziyech set to make an arrival, the Eredivisie champions may be more inclined to accept a new offer.
    Man Utd chiefs have already established PSV winger Cody Gakpo as an alternative target if they cannot sign Antony.
    The Dutchman would be a more affordable option with PSV expecting just £34m for his services. More

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    Arsenal target Shakhtar ace Mudryk – nicknamed the Ukrainian Neymar – after Brentford fail in transfer bid

    ARSENAL are reportedly targeting a stunning transfer move for Shakhtar Donetsk ace Mykhaylo Mudryk.Foot Media claims the star – nicknamed the “Ukrainian Neymar” – has emerged as a late target for Mikel Arteta this summer.
    Arsenal are lining up a deal for Shakhtar Donetsk ace Mykhaylo MudrykCredit: Rex
    The Gunners boss remains convinced he needs an attack-minded central midfield added to his squad.
    Lucas Paqueta had been Arteta’s top target, but Arsenal have no intention of meeting Lyon’s £55million asking price.
    Mudryk is believed to be available for £17m in the final days of the transfer window.
    And Arsenal are now weighing up the possibility of making an offer for the talented 21-year-old.
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    Mudryk has made 26 appearances for Shakhtar, scoring twice.
    It’s not the first time he’s been wanted by a Premier League side, with Brentford having a bid rejected in January.
    Mudryk confirmed at the time that he was keen on joining the Bees, but would respect Shakhtar’s final decision.
    The ace declared: “I want to thank Brentford for the offers.
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    “To end up in the Premier League at 20-years-old is fantastic but the final decision is down to the club President.
    “Had the offer come in a year or 18 months ago, I wouldn’t have given it a second thought – I’d have asked the club to let me go without hesitation.
    “To end up in the Premier League, aged 20 is amazing. But since Srna & De Zerbi (Shakhtar coaches) took charge everything has changed. I have support.
    “I currently have a long contract and all of my thoughts are tied to Shakhtar. 
    “I will use all my power to help the side win in all competitions that we are taking part in.” More

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    Man Utd star Amad Diallo wanted on loan transfer by Nice if French side miss out on Arsenal record signing Nicolas Pepe

    MANCHESTER UNITED star Amad Diallo is reportedly being monitored by Ligue 1 side Nice.The French outfit are keen to secure Arsenal’s record signing Nicolas Pepe on a loan deal before the transfer window slams shut.
    Diallo is being linked with a loan move away from Old TraffordCredit: Getty
    But if they cannot secure the Ivory Coast international then Diallo is thought to be next on their list of targets.
    According to The Mail, Nice are one of a number of clubs chasing the Man Utd youngster.
    Championship sides Blackpool and Sunderland are also interested in the 20-year-old forward.
    And he is not in Erik ten Hag’s plans at Old Trafford, so the wise decision may well be to take up another loan move.

    Diallo spent last season at Rangers as United were keen for him to earn some game time.
    And he netted three times in 13 appearances for the Scottish outfit – but failed to establish himself as a first team regular.
    He spent pre-season back with Man Utd but has not figured in Ten Hag’s starting line-ups.
    Now things appear to be coming to a head as he is linked with a move away.
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    It comes amid a major crisis at Old Trafford.
    The Red Devils have lost their opening two Premier League games of the season – 2-1 to Brighton and 4-0 to Brentford.
    It has left Ten Hag scrambling around for new players – with Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro agreeing a £70million move.
    United are also linked with Barcelona’s Frenkie de Jong, Ajax forward Antony and PSV attacker Cody Gakpo.
    Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo continues to be linked with a move away from Old Trafford – although it remains to be seen where he could end up. More