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      Man Utd ready to win £60m Viktor Gyokeres transfer race as Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s brutal cuts start to pay off

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are ready to win the race for Viktor Gyokeres.The Red Devils recently revealed total operating expenses have dropped by £41.6million to £162.1m in the latest quarterly club accounts after Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s brutal cost cutting.Manchester United are ready to win the race for Sporting Lisbon star Viktor GyokeresMan Utd minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s cuts appear to have handed Ruben Amorim a substantial transfer potMan Utd boss Ruben Amorim is now ready to raid his former club for GyokeresThat is despite the cash spent on the Glazers’ debt spiralling to a staggering £1.2BILLION.United’s gradual U-turn in club finances means they are ready to pip Arsenal to land Sporting Lisbon striker Gyokeres.The Gunners are keen on the former Coventry hitman, 27, but are also chasing RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko.Sweden striker Gyokeres, who scored 54 goals in 52 games for Sporting last season, has an £85m release clause.Read More on Man UtdBut it is understood that the Portuguese side would accept a fee closer to £60m this summer.United boss Ruben Amorim is now ready to raid his former club after the boost in their accounts.Yet the Glazers’ debt still casts a long shadow over the fallen giants, whose wage bill was down a huge £20m to £71.2m compared with a year ago.United  have now spent an astonishing £1.2bn on the debt in 20 years of the Americans’ ownership.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAccording to the BBC, £815m in debt interest repayments; £166m in dividends to shareholders; £197m in external net debt repayments and £10m in management and administration fees to the Glazer family companies has left the club since the Glazers bought it in June 2005.Meanwhile, chief executive Omar Berrada warned United must improve after a humiliating season in which they finished 15th in the Premier League and lost the Europa League final against Tottenham.Viktor Gyokeres responds as he is asked if he ‘likes London’ amid Arsenal transfer linksHe said: “We were proud to reach the final of the Europa League but ultimately were disappointed to finish as runner-up in Bilbao.“We had a difficult  season in the Premier League, which fell below our standards, and we have a clear expectation of improvement next season.”United have already agreed to pay £62.5m to land forward Matheus Cunha from Wolves.And they are chasing a £55m deal for Brentford ace Bryan Mbeumo as they attempt to stay within the Prem’s Profit and  Sustainability Rules.But Amorim will also need to offload a clutch of big-name players from a group  including Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho, Alejandro Garnacho, Antony and Casemiro.­ More

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      Marcus Rashford trains on his own in Cannes after Man Utd outcast was spotted getting close to stunning padel star

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      MARCUS RASHFORD has been spotted training on his own in the south of France as he prepares to reunite with Manchester United.The 27-year-old spent the second half of the season on loan from his boyhood club at Aston Villa.Marcus Rashford has shared pictures of himself in trainingCredit: INSTAGRAM @marcusrashfordRashford is trying to get in shape ahead of pre-seasonCredit: INSTAGRAM @marcusrashfordThe attacker was seen taking some advice from his trainerCredit: INSTAGRAM @marcusrashfordRashford was seen ‘growing close’ to semi-pro padel star Jaki PalmWhile there, he impressed, scoring four goals and adding six assists.But he missed the final four games of the season through a hamstring injury.That knock also kept Rashford from being named in Thomas Tuchel’s latest England squad for clashes against Andorra and Senegal.Earlier this month the star had been seen chatting to Swedish semi-pro padel star Jaki Palm and a female pal in St Tropez while on holiday.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd since then Rashford has shared pictures of himself getting back to training on his Instagram page.Rashford shared a picture of him training on some decking with a dreamy ocean view as he lifted a leg up for balance.Another snap depicted him in the middle of a run, while a third showed him taking some advice from his trainer.He captioned the post: “Everyday hussle,” alongside a battery emoji, while the location of it was tagged as Cannes, France.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKRashford is said to have met Jaki when he visited Dubai in April to address his hamstring issue.A source said: “Marcus went to have rehab for a hamstring injury in Dubai and was introduced to Jaki.Aston Villa star Marcus Rashford hits the race track as he works out on holiday in St Tropez “She then joined him with his mates and another woman in St Tropez for a holiday. It’s all very casual but Jaki has told her friends she’s grown close to him.”Rashford’s future is up in the air at the moment.It is unclear whether Aston Villa intend to trigger the £40million purchase clause inserted into their loan transfer deal with the Red Devils.However, European heavyweights Inter Milan and Barcelona are both said to be interested in a deal to land the ace.Sources close to Rashford told exclusively told SunSport he doesn’t see a future at Old Trafford under Ruben Amorim.Amorim froze Rashford out of the Man Utd squad in December after he allegedly went on a night out before the Manchester derby.Read More on The SunRashford has denied that allegation.However, Amorim appears to be sticking to his guns and is prepared to sell the Carrington graduate to fund his rebuild of the squad. More

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      Thomas Frank clear front-runner to become next Tottenham manager and could take charge as soon as next week

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      ANGE POSTECOGLOU was sacked by Tottenham just 16 days after ending their 17-year trophy drought – with Thomas Frank the front-runner to take over.Spurs chairman Daniel Levy made the call based on the dismal Premier League campaign where a record 22 defeats saw the club finish 17th.Thomas Frank is the front-runner to replace Ange Postecoglou at TottenhamCredit: PADaniel Levy made the decision based on their horrific league campaignCredit: ReutersBrentford boss Frank could be in charge as early as next weekCredit: GettyPostecoglou was axed two years to the day since he was announced as Spurs chief back in 2023 – and just over a fortnight on from winning the Europa League in Bilbao.The North Londoners are expected to make a decision on the Aussie’s successor next week and though there is yet to be any contact with Brentford, their boss Frank is the favourite for the role.Spurs said the decision to axe Postecoglou was one of the “toughest” the board has had to make in a statement, which contained no comment from Levy.The statement read: “We are extremely grateful to Ange for his commitment and contribution during his two years at the club.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“Ange will always be remembered as only the third manager in our history to deliver a European trophy, alongside legendary figures Bill Nicholson and Keith Burkinshaw.“However, the board has unanimously concluded that it is in the best interests of the club for a change to take place. “Following a positive start in the 2023/24 Premier League season, we recorded 78 points from the last 66 PL games.“This culminated in our worst-ever Premier League finish last season. At times there were extenuating circumstances – injuries and then a decision to prioritise our European campaign. Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK”Whilst winning the Europa League this season ranks as one of the club’s greatest moments, we cannot base our decision on emotions aligned to this triumph.“It is crucial that we are able to compete on multiple fronts and believe a change of approach will give us the strongest chance for the coming season and beyond.Postecoglou unrecognisable in amazing throwback video as first club share emotional 3-minute tribute after Europa League“This has been one of the toughest decisions we have had to make and is not a decision that we have taken lightly, nor one we have rushed to conclude.“We have made what we believe is the right decision to give us the best chance of success going forward, not the easy decision.”The statement went on to wish Postecoglou all the best for the future and that he will always be welcome back in N17.It also claimed an appointment of a new head coach will be announced “in due course”.Frank, who has worked wonders at Brentford, is in the box seat, though Marco Silva of Fulham is also in the frame.There was interest in Simone Inzaghi before he joined Al-Hilal as well as FA Cup winner Oliver Glasner, who has said he is “99 per cent” sure he is staying with Crystal Palace.Spurs have been talking with managers for some time, with Fabio Paratici – expected to return in some capacity when his 30-month ban for malpractice at Juventus ends at the end of this month – understood to be having an influence.Firing Postecoglou and hiring Frank could prove a costly business, with the former’s compensation in the millions and the latter’s release clause believed to be around £10million.Postecoglou also walks away with £2m in a bonus for landing the Europa League – the club’s first trophy since the League Cup in 2008.He becomes the 13th permanent manager to be sacked by Levy during his 25-year reign in charge of Spurs, during which the club have won just two trophies.Ange Breaks Silence On Tottenham SackingANGE Postecoglou issued a statement just moments after being axed.It read: “When I reflect on my time as manager of Tottenham Hotspur, my overriding emotion is one of pride.”The opportunity to lead one of England’s historic football clubs and bring back the glory it deserves will live with me for a lifetime.”Sharing that experience with all those who truly love this club and seeing the impact it had on them is something I will never forget.”That night in Bilbao was the culmination of two years of hard work, dedication and unwavering belief in a dream.”There were many challenges to overcome and plenty of noise that comes with trying to accomplish what many said was not possible.”We have also laid the foundations that means this club should not have to wait 17 more years for their next success.”I have enormous faith in this group of players and know there is much more potential and growth in them. I sincerely want to thank those who are the lifeblood of the club, the supporters.”I know there were some difficult times, but I always felt that they wanted me to succeed and that gave me all the motivation I needed to push on.”It’s important to acknowledge the hard working people at Spurs who gave me encouragement on a daily basis.”And finally, I want to thank those who were with me every day for the last two years.”A fantastic group of young men who are now legends of this football club and the brilliant coaches who never once doubted we could do something special. “We are forever connected. Audere est Facere.”Postecoglou said in a statement: “When I reflect on my time as manager of Tottenham Hotspur my overriding emotion is one of pride.“The opportunity to lead one of England’s historic football clubs and bring back the glory it deserves will live with me for a lifetime.”Sharing that experience with all those who truly love this club and seeing the impact it had on them is something I will never forget.“That night in Bilbao was the culmination of two years of hard work, dedication and unwavering belief in a dream.“There were many challenges to overcome and plenty of noise that comes with trying to accomplish what many said was not possible.Read More on The Sun“We have also laid foundations that meant this club should not have to wait 17 more years for their next success. “I have enormous faith in this group of players and know there is much more potential and growth in them.”Next Tottenham manager oddsOdds from talkSPORT BETThomas Frank 1/2Marco Silva 8/1Michael Carrick 8/1Oliver Glasner 12/1Carlos Corberan 12/1Xavi 14/1Scott Parker 20/1 More

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      Newcastle confirm retained list with £15million signing released and two former England stars locked in contract talks

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      NEWCASTLE have confirmed that Jamal Lewis has been released.The left-back was a £15million signing from Norwich just five years ago.Jamal Lewis has been let go by NewcastleCredit: GettyCallum Wilson could still stay despite waving goodbye to fansCredit: GettyLewis, 27, made just 36 appearances for Newcastle over three seasons at the club.He has spent the last two campaigns on loan at Watford and Brazilian side Sao Paulo.Meanwhile, Newcastle announced that Lloyd Kelly’s switch to Juventus has been made permanent.The versatile defender made the move to Turin in January on loan with an obligation to buy for £20m. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAdditionally, former England duo John Ruddy and Callum Wilson are both in talks over contract extensions.The pair see their deals expire at the end of this month.Ruddy, 38, has one England cap to his name, but he has never played for Newcastle after joining as a third-choice stopper last summer.Wilson, 33, appeared to wave goodbye to supporters on the final day of the season.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe nine-time England striker has scored 49 goals in 130 games for the Toon and he won the club’s player of the year award at the end of the 2020/21 season.Newcastle have also triggered an extension option in goalkeeper Mark Gillespie’s contract.It comes after Fabian Schar, Emil Krafth and Dan Burn all put pen to paper on new deals.John Ruddy is in talks over staying at NewcastleCredit: AlamyEddie Howe is forming his squad ahead of next seasonCredit: Shutterstock Editorial More

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      Liverpool release SEVEN players after winning Premier League title as Arne Slot prepares for new season

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      LIVERPOOL have released seven players after winning the Premier League title.Arne Slot is forming his squad for next season, having already signed Jeremie Frimpong and the club are closing on a record deal for his old Bayer Leveruksen team-mate Florian Wirtz.Liverpool have released seven playersCredit: GettyBut seven players have had their departures from Liverpool confirmed.They are all academy stars in Dominic Corness, Louis Enahoro-Marcus, Harry Evers, Lee Jonas, Jakub Ojrzynski, Jacob Poytress and Reece Trueman.Corness and Ojrzynski, both 22, are the most senior to depart.Both spent last season out on loan at Gillingham and Swedish side Utsiktens BK respectively.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDefensive trio Enahoro-Marcus, Evers and Jonas after all featuring regularly for the Under-21s this season.Jonas has represented England at three age groups, as high as the Under-19s.Goalkeeping pair Poytress and Trueman are the other teenagers showed the exit door.The youngsters join back-up stopper Caoimhin Kelleher, who has joined Brentford in a £18million deal, in leaving Anfield already this summer.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSLiverpool added that Kareem Ahmed, Emmanuel Airoboma, Keyrol Figueroa, Kyle Kelly, Michael Laffey, Wellity Lucky, Terence Miles and Ranel Young have been offered new deals.Striker Figueroa, 18, is the son of ex-Wigan and Hull full-back Maynor.He made 214 Premier League appearances and won the FA Cup with the Latics in 2013.Dominic Corness has been let go by LiverpoolCredit: Shutterstock Editorial More

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      Former Man Utd star takes shot at Alejandro Garnacho’s HAIRCUT as he says it’s time to ship out ‘sulking’ ace

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      FORMER Manchester United star Ben Foster took aim at “sulking” Alejandro Garnacho’s HAIRCUT as he urged the Red Devils to axe the winger this summer.Garnacho, 20, may have played his last game for United after reportedly being told to find a new club by Ruben Amorim.Man Utd must axe ‘sulking’ Alejandro Garnacho, according to Ben FosterCredit: GettyThe Argentina international has been at United since 2020 and has gone on to score 26 goals in 144 games.However, Garnacho has failed to win over Amorim despite once being heralded as the future of the club.The winger was even involved in an altercation with a fan after the disastrous post-season tour of East Asia.And he could now be set to pack his bags for a new side, with Chelsea and Napoli both interested.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLUnited have already moved to replace Garnacho by splashing £62.5million on Wolves’ Matheus Cunha.Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo also seems destined to join this month.And now, Amorim’s decision to axe Garnacho has been backed by former United goalie Foster.Speaking to talkSPORT, he declared that the forward was not a team player.Most read in FootballHe was involved in an altercation with a fan last weekCredit: TikTok @da_wood.7BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSFoster feels Garnacho sulked too much in the wake of the Europa League final defeat to Tottenham.And he also feels that Garnacho cares more about the appearance of his hair than the team’s wellbeing.Ruben Amorim bursts out laughing when asked about Man Utd star’s futureFoster said: “I think for Man United it’s best to ship [him] out. “If I was the manager I’d be a little bit similar to Amorim in the case of I just want team players.“I want a bunch of lads who are good, honest, hard working team players. And I don’t get that vibe from Garnacho, I don’t get that vibe from a few of the players.“You look at the full-time whistle after the Europa League game. You have Brennan Johnson doing an interview. “He looks like he hasn’t had a haircut for about three months, [hair] horrible all over the place, but his interview was incredible. “You could tell he’s a real nice lad, he’s hard working, he does everything for the team.“Then you look at Garnacho. Fresh trim a day ago, dyed blonde ready for the final. Read More on The Sun“The full-time whistle goes, he’s sat on the pitch sulking by himself, not trying to get behind the other lads, picking them up, saying ‘well done we got this far’.“And I think that there is the big contrast. I just want good lads, honest, hard working lads.”Foster even hit out at Garnacho’s hair cutCredit: Getty More

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      Arsenal star Gabriel Magalhaes signs new four-year deal in huge boost to Mikel Arteta’s Premier League title hopes

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      GABRIEL has committed to Arsenal until 2029 in a major boost to Mikel Arteta and his Premier League title ambitions.The Brazilian centre-back has been in advanced talks over an extension for several months with his previous deal expiring in the summer of 2027.Gabriel has put pen to paper on a new contractCredit: GettyMikel Arteta, Richard Garlick and Andrea Berta were all at the signingCredit: GettyGabriel said he ‘loves the club’Credit: GettyOne of the main priorities of new sporting director Andrea Berta was to tie down key first-team stars to long-term contracts.And the Italian has already got one over the line with Gabriel taking home north of £100,000-a-week.More new deals are expected to follow in the coming weeks, including Bukayo Saka, Myles Lewis-Skelly, Ethan Nwaneri and William Saliba – as the latter is eyed up by Real Madrid.It also puts to bed any doubts over Gabriel’s future – having been linked with a mega-money switch to Saudi Arabia that could have seen him treble his weekly earnings.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe 27-year-old teased Gunners fans with an Instagram post on the Emirates pitch yesterday evening.On his new deal, Gabriel said: “I arrived here as a young player and after almost five years I’m so happy and I’ve learned a lot. “I’m so proud of myself, it’s an amazing journey, and I’m so happy to continue it. “I hope I win some trophies with this club, because I love this club and my family loves the club, too.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS“Arsenal is an amazing club and I’m so proud to sign a new contract. “I love this club, I love the supporters, my team-mates, I love this stadium.”I’m so proud and thank you for all the support. We continue together for the future.”Since signing for the North Londoners from French side Lille in September 2020, Gabriel has become one of Arteta’s most important figures, forming a world-class partnership with Saliba at the heart of Arsenal’s defence.He has missed just 15 Prem games since the start of the 2021/22 campaign – ten of which came last term – and has netted 17 league goals in that time during Arsenal’s era of set-piece dominance, more than any other defender.A hamstring injury in April ended Gabriel’s season early, requiring surgery that sees him currently in rehab in a bid to be fit for the start of Arsenal’s pre-season tour to Singapore and Hong Kong from July 19.Gabriel will pocket north of £100k per weekCredit: GettyJoin SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The Emirates More

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      ‘We’re talking’ – Liverpool star Luis Diaz opens door to £70m Barcelona transfer with bombshell statement

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      LUIS DIAZ opened the door to a shock £70million Barcelona move by confessing he is in talks with other clubs.Liverpool yesterday rejected an approach from the Spanish giants to speak to their Colombian winger.Luis Diaz has revealed he is talking to other clubs about an exit from Liverpool this summerCredit: ReutersBut Diaz, who has two years left on his Anfield contract, declared: “The market is open and we’re trying to sort out what’s best for us.“We’re talking with other clubs. It’s the transfer window, it’s normal.“I’m very happy at Liverpool. From day one, they’ve made me feel really welcome.“Right now we’re in contact with them because we’re speaking with other clubs.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“I am just waiting to see what happens. If Liverpool don’t make a good offer, I still have two years left with them, I would be happy to stay there.“It’s up to them. I am just waiting to see what happens. Everything depends on them.“Obviously, it’s up to me to decide what’s best for the future.”Diaz’s bombshell comments came after Liverpool posted a picture of him kissing the Premier League trophy on their official X page, accompanied with the caption: “He’s from Barrancas and he plays for Liverpool.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAnd his statement is bound to infuriate Kop boss Arne Slot.Diaz, 28, was a key part of Liverpool’s Prem title triumph last season, scoring 13 goals and providing five assists.Mass brawl breaks out in Colombia’s win over Bolivia after Luis Diaz is victim of horror tackleHe joined the Reds from Porto in January 2022 in a deal worth up to £49m.The Colombian has scored 41 goals in 148 appearances for the Reds, winning the Prem, FA Cup and two League Cups.Barcelona’s sporting director, Deco, contacted Liverpool on Wednesday to discuss the deal but was told the Kop club do not want to sell.Dutchman Slot wants to keep Diaz for next season’s title defence as he plans a £200m reboot that will include the £126m arrival of Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen.Barca want Diaz to slot in alongside Raphinha and Lamine Yamal in their front three.But he is also Saudi club Al-Nassr’s top target.His partner, Gera Ponce, posted an emotional Instagram message which some fans believe is a farewell.Read More on The SunShe wrote: “Thank you for so much love, for so much dedication and for making us feel at home.“This is a real bond, deep and strong, that reaffirms we’ll never walk alone.”Liverpool are on the verge of signing Florian Wirtz from Bayer LeverkusenCredit: Getty More