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      Arsenal ‘considering shock transfer for Kepa with Chelsea’s record keeper available for peanuts

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      ARSENAL are considering a shock move to sign Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga, according to reports.Kepa, 30, spent this season on loan with Bournemouth, where he kept eight clean sheets in 31 Premier League appearances.Arsenal are interested in signing Kepa ArrizabalagaCredit: GettyThe Spanish shot-stopper is surplus to requirements at Chelsea, who signed him for £72million in 2018 – a record fee for a goalkeeper.But his time with The Blues didn’t go to plan and Kepa has since been on loan with Bournemouth and Real Madrid, last playing for Chelsea in 2023.It now looks like a permanent exit is on the cards after Sky Sports revealed that Arsenal are interested in signing Kepa to provide backup for David Raya.Kepa is thought to be available for just £5MILLION thanks to a release clause in his contract that was agreed prior to his loan move to the Cherries last summer.READ MORE ON ARSENALShould the Gunners convince Kepa to jump ship to North London, they would be securing his services for over 14 TIMES less than Chelsea paid for him.Kepa’s current contract with Chelsea expires in 2026.Bournemouth keeper Neto spent last season on loan with Arsenal, making just one appearance across the entire campaign.Arsenal had been linked with a move to sign Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia this summer, but the La Liga gloveman now looks set for a move to Barcelona.Most read in FootballKepa spent last season on loan at Real MadridCredit: GettyDavid Raya has won consecutive Golden Glove awards since joining ArsenalCredit: GettyJoin SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The EmiratesMikel Arteta and his team are hoping to add depth in between the sticks, but are thought to still see David Raya as the number one.Raya has won consecutive Golden Glove awards since his arrival from Brentford, forming the base of the Premier League’s most formidable defence this season.David Raya reveals Arsenal career changed overnight following two-hour meeting For Arteta, the main focus will be on bringing in a centre-forward.Arsenal are crying out for a front man this summer after injuries forced midfielder Mikel Merino to play up front for the latter stages of the campaign.Reports have suggested that one of RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko or Sporting bagsman Viktor Gyokeres will come through the door at the Emirates in the coming months.However, both deals are likely to be expensive and neither player is without suitors from other top clubs around Europe too. More

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      Jack Grealish told his Man City career is OVER with Pep Guardiola ready to sell England star for cut-price transfer fee

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      MANCHESTER CITY face taking a £60million hit on Jack Grealish to sell him this summer.The fallen £100m star will not be on the plane to America next week as part of Pep Guardiola’s Club World Cup squad.Manchester City face losing £60m to sell Jack Grealish this summerCredit: GettyGrealish is set to be left out of Man City’s squad for the Club World CupCredit: ReutersAnd SunSport understands plans are now in place to speed up his exitCredit: GettyAnd Grealish, 29, has been told there is no way back for him – with City willing to sell the attacker for a cut-price £40m.SunSport understands plans are now in place to speed up his exit and his representatives are actively searching for a new club.Grealish is the second of Guardiola’s squad being forced to leave after Kevin De Bruyne, 33, was told he could head out as a free agent at the end of the month despite the player wanting to stay.Defenders Kyle Walker, 35, and John Stones, 31, are likely to follow as Guardiola and his Etihad bosses work on bringing in new blood to bolster an ageing squad.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAC Milan playmaker Tijjani Reijnders is on his way for £46.2m and City are understood to have agreed a £30m deal for Lyon ace Rayan Cherki.Rayan Ait-Nouri’s £34m move from Wolves should also be finalised in time for him to fly out with City next week.Grealish still has two years left on a contract worth £300,000 a week having arrived from Aston Villa for a then-British record fee in 2021.He is unlikely to be offered such a huge wage elsewhere at his age.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKBut Guardiola and City are anxious to make his exit as easy as possible and are working to help him find a new home.His former club Villa, Newcastle, Everton, West Ham and Italian club Napoli are all interested, with Etihad chiefs keen to free up squad space.Jack Grealish shows off his singing skills as he meets Rod Stewart in Dortmund with mum and dad on break from Man City More

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      Tottenham squad set to be boosted by return of league winner who hasn’t played for club in nearly TWO YEARS

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      MANOR SOLOMON is set to be given a second chance at Tottenham.The Israeli winger, 25, has become a forgotten man in N17 after spending the season on loan at Leeds.Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou is set to welcome back Manor SolomonCredit: GettySolomon spent last season with Leeds on loan and experienced immense successCredit: ReutersSolomon hasn’t played for Tottenham since September 2023Credit: GettyBut he proved to be a huge hit at Elland Road, netting ten goals in 41 appearances as he helped the Whites to promotion back to the Premier League.Leeds are keen to sign him permanently, while there are believed to be other suitors in the Premier League interested in Solomon’s services.But SunSport understands the North Londoners are minded to bring him back into the first-team fold over pre-season with the ambition of keeping him next season.That is despite all the uncertainty around the managerial position at Tottenham.Read More on FootballFormer Fulham loanee Solomon joined Tottenham on a free transfer in 2023.That is after he left Shakhtar Donetsk following Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine the year before.His first campaign was blighted by a hamstring injury, limiting him to just six Spurs appearances.Solomon’s last game for Tottenham was back in September 30, 2023.Most read in FootballNow everyone at Spurs are currently waiting with baited breath over whether Daniel Levy will back or sack boss Ange Postecoglou.It is understood the latter is more likely, despite the Aussie delivering Spurs their first trophy in 17 years with last month’s Europa League triumph.Ange Postecoglou drops huge hint over Tottenham future with incredible mic-drop moment at Europa League paradeThomas Frank and Marco Silva, of West London rivals Brentford and Fulham respectively, are among the candidates to succeed Postecoglou if he is sacked. More

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      Arsenal ‘add Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers to transfer wishlist’ as Mikel Arteta plots attacking reshuffle

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      MORGAN ROGERS has emerged as a summer transfer target for Arsenal.The Gunners are desperate to add more firepower after mustering 69 Premier League goals last season.Morgan Rogers is being eyed by ArsenalCredit: GettyMikel Arteta’s men were 22 goals shy of their tally for the 2023/24 campaign.And Arsenal are ready to spend big to bring proven goal threats to the club. Rogers made 19 goal contributions across 37 Prem games for Villa last season.The 22-year-old proved to be hugely impressive in his full top-flight season.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAccording to The Times, Arsenal would have to offer a “significant fee” to prize Rogers away from Villa Park. He only joined the club in 2023 for £15million from Middlesbrough.Rogers extended his contract at Villa until 2030 last November. But missing out on the Champions League could see players moved away from Villa Park this summer.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKVilla are at serious risk from PSR rules, according to research undertaken by The Athletic.The club have lost £206.2m in the past two seasons, the highest deficit in the Premier League in that time.Champions League places CONFIRMED after Aston Villa VAR controversy as Newcastle have to be saved by Man UtdResearch from the outlet suggests project Villa can only lose £15m in 2024-25 and remain in line with Prem rules.As a result, they may be forced to listen to offers for a number of stars this summer. Arsenal have been targeting a move for Nico Williams this summer. The Athletic Bilbao winger has vast experience in LaLiga and 26 caps for Spain at the age of just 22.But his wage demands are proving too high for Emirates chiefs.Join SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The EmiratesIgor Paixao is being eyed as a potential bargain buyCredit: GettySporting director Andrea Berta is reportedly lining up cheaper alternatives if a move for Williams proves too costly.The club are reportedly keeping tabs on Feyenoord’s Igor Paixao.The Brazilian, 24, is under contract with the Dutch club until the summer of 2029.Read More on The SunHe scored 18 goals and provided 19 assists last year.Marseille are rumoured to be interested in Paixao, with Leeds and clubs in Serie A also said to be eyeing a summer swoop. More

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      Arsenal sell forgotten star for £6.5m three years after he last played – and they could rake in more for him this summer

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      ARSENAL have added around £6.5m to their summer transfer kitty after Nuno Tavares completed a switch to Lazio.The Portuguese full-back spent last season on loan at the Italian club – having also been loaned out by the Gunners to Marseille and Nottingham Forest over the past two seasons.Nuno Tavares has been sold to Lazio by ArsenalCredit: GettyThe full-back spent the last season with the Serie A giants on loanCredit: Shutterstock EditorialBoss Mikel Arteta was left unimpressed by the 25-year-old after making 22 Prem appearances in his debut 2021/22 campaign following an £8m move from Benfica.SunSport understands that within his Lazio loan deal, there was an obligation to buy should they not be relegated from Serie A.The Italian side ended up finishing seventh this term.With Lazio considering selling Tavares straight on this summer for an immediate profit – despite signing him up on a three-year deal – Arsenal would also benefit with a sell-on of up to 25 per cent.READ MORE ON ARSENALTavares is Arsenal’s first sale of the summer, expected to be one of many with defenders Jakub Kiwior, Oleksandr Zinchenko and Leandro Trossard linked with moves away.Kiwior is being looked at by several clubs in Italy, Zinchenko is being monitored by Borussia Dortmund and Trossard has admirers in Saudi Arabia.Both Jorginho and Kieran Tierney are leaving on free transfers, while Raheem Sterling and Neto are returning to their parent clubs after season-long loans.Arsenal are making room for several incomings in what Arteta has described as a “big summer”, which could see them splash £200m.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKMidfielder Martin Zubimendi is on the brink of having his £51m move from Real Sociedad confirmed, with Thomas Partey also close to signing a new deal with his contract expiring this month.A No.9 is at the top of new sporting director Andrea Berta’s list, targeting £60m-valued Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres and £69m-valued Red Bull Leipzig forward Benjamin Sesko.David Raya reveals Arsenal career changed overnight following two-hour meeting Other areas are also in need of bolstering. Arsenal want a new No.2 to challenge David Raya. Espanyol’s £25m-valued Joan Garcia is of interest, but would need to compete with Barcelona for his signature.Join SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The EmiratesA defender could also be needed, but Arteta is currently happy with his options in Zinchenko, Kiwior, Myles Lewis-Skelly, Riccardo Calafiori, Jurrien Timber, Ben White, William Saliba and Gabriel.Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams – worth around £50m – remains highly-rated by Arteta.But his sky-high wages are proving an issue with Arsenal unwilling to break their current financial structure. More

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      ‘Unfinished business’ – Ian Wright urges Arsenal to sign former Premier League star valued at £50million

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      IAN WRIGHT has urged former club Arsenal to buy Ademola Lookman this summer.The Gunners are seeking to bolster their attack following three consecutive runner-up finishes.Ademola Lookman has impressed since moving to ItalyCredit: GettyLookman, 27, has had previous Premier League spells with Everton, Fulham and Leicester – with mixed fortunes.Since moving to Atalanta in 2022, the winger has gone from strength to strength – winning the Europa League and finishing 14th in the Ballon d’Or last year.Wright, 61, believes that Lookman would be well placed to improve Mikel Arteta’s front line.On his Wrighty’s House podcast, the former forward said: “I’m going to go with Ademola Lookman winning the African Player of the Year in respects of that man’s journey.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”I remember him from Charlton, it didn’t work out [the] £10million [move] to Everton, then moving all over the place, the journey from loan to this, then I think that’s one of the most devastating performances I’ve seen in any final with that hat-trick he scored.”You know, it’s just… I can’t help but look at his dark moment where it would have been dark for him. You know, especially all those loans going to another country.”And you know what? He never had no problem going wherever he needed to go to find it.”And then obviously, like you say, you find your place. Like Scott McTominay’s found that, like he [Lookman] found with Atalanta.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK”I hope we can buy him, Arsenal.”I would love someone like him to come back to the Premier League and say, ‘listen, I have unfinished business here so I am going to help Arsenal win the league’.Atalanta boss Gian Piero Gasperini slams Ademola Lookman for his penalty skills “But I just admire his journey and now he’s recognised rightly as a top player, unbelievable.”SunSport recently revealed that Lookman has admirers at Arsenal.Some Gunners chiefs, however, are concerned about his age – believing that at 27 Lookman may have already peaked.In addition to Arsenal, Liverpool are keeping tabs on the £50m-rated former Evertonian. More

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      How Chelsea wooed Liam Delap thanks to ‘secret agent’ who Pep Guardiola first spotted at U15 tournament seven years ago

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      LIAM DELAP didn’t wait long to complete his move to Chelsea – thanks to the influence of some old colleagues.The striker was on the radar of several Premier League clubs, including Manchester United, but the Blues turned on the charm to woo him to Stamford Bridge.Liam Delap opted to move to Chelsea instead of Man UtdCredit: AlamyPep Guardiola’s scouting seven years ago led to Delap joining the BluesCredit: GettyDelap, 22, joins Chelsea for £30million after netting 12 goals at relegated Ipswich last season.But the story of his move to West London begun seven years ago at a tournament named after Kevin De Bruyne.The Under-15s KDB Cup in Gent, Belgium, sees some of the top youngsters in the world go head-to-head.It is a scout’s dream and top sides send their best talent spotters to the games.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBack in 2018, Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola went to the tournament himself and was impressed by a 14-year-old Romeo Lavia.He joined the club from Anderlecht as soon as he became old enough on the recommendation of the Spaniard.But just two senior City appearances later he joined Southampton as Lavia became another highly-rated teenager that decided to move on instead of fight superstars for a place in Guardiola’s XI.Lavia spent just a season on the South Coast before Chelsea splashed a reported £53m on him in 2023.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSRomeo Lavia has been dubbed a ‘secret agent’ after rumoured conversations with DelapCredit: GettyBut during his days at the Etihad, the Belgian midfielder called Delap a team-mate.Both were in City’s star-studded youth set-up and were close pals.Inside Chelsea’s Conference League final celebrations as Moises Caicedo sings karaoke into the nightThe Daily Mail report that “agent Lavia”, which he has been labelled by fans, helped convince Delap to move to Chelsea.Though the links to City in this transfer do not stop there.He was team-mates with Cole Palmer in their youth days.Meanwhile, Enzo Maresca was assistant to Guardiola and worked with youngsters during his time in Manchester.The boss already knows Delap well and helped sell the Chelsea project to him.He reportedly told the striker to envision himself leading the line for the club during their Conference League final win over Real Betis last week.Additionally, Chelsea’s co-director of recruitment and talent Joe Shields was formerly at City.The transfer chief is said to have a strong relationship with Delap and his family, which helped clinch the deal. Other reports state that Thomas Tuchel told the player to join Chelsea as playing in the Champions League would boost his chances of an England call-up for next summer’s World Cup.DONE DEALThe deal is now signed and sealed and Delap can get straight to work as Chelsea look to win the Club World Cup this summer.Following the move the youngster said: “I understand the stature of this club and can see the trajectory it is on with these players and the head coach.”It’s going to be an incredible place for me to develop, and I hope to achieve amazing things here and help the club win more trophies.”He was also quick to speak of his excitement about reuniting with those familiar faces.On Maresca, he said: “He is an incredible coach and helped us all develop so much. What we did that season was record-breaking, and what he’s gone on to achieve – and what the players in that age group have achieved – is incredible.”He has a great understanding of the game. He was very detailed in how he approached things with us and while it can be hard at that age to take on so much information, he brought it across in a way we understood and could put into our games.”I think it’s proved in the years since how much it has helped.”On playing alongside Palmer once more he beamed: “Cole is incredible in everything he does. I can’t wait to be in front of him again and receive his passes!”He added about Lavia and Palmer: “We grew up and played some incredible football together. I spoke to them about joining and I am excited to play alongside them again.Read More on The Sun”I also know Levi [Colwill] a bit as we faced each other hundreds of times when we were growing up. It’s always nice to know people [when you join a new club], and I’ve spoken to a few of them and asked them for advice.”They’ve told me how great a place it is and I’m really excited to come and play alongside them.”Join SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford Bridge More

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      Newcastle confirm first summer signing after pipping Barcelona, Real Madrid and Porto to Spanish wonderkid

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      NEWCASTLE have confirmed the signing of Spanish wonderkid Antonio Cordero.SunSport revealed in January that the 18-year-old – dubbed ‘Antoñito’ – would reject a new deal at Malaga in favour of joining the Magpies on a free transfer.Antonio Cordero poses in his new kitCredit: GettySeveral top European clubs were after the wonderkidCredit: GettyCordero, 18, has joined the Toon from MalagaCredit: Shutterstock EditorialThe Spaniard will arrive at St James’ Park on 1st July – subject to obtaining a UK visa – upon the expiry of his contract, and is expected to spend his first season out on loan.Real Madrid and Barcelona had held talks with the attacker, as did Porto, but he opted to pen a five-year deal to join Eddie Howe’s side.Cordero said: “It’s truly an honour to be here, truly a pleasure. I am a person who likes to aspire high. Why not come to one of the best places in the world to do it.“It’s a big step, and that’s one of the reasons I’m here. I’m happy to do it and have a great desire to get going already.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLStrong reports from Cordero’s homeland suggest he could make a return to Malaga next season, though boss Sergio Pellicer refused to be drawn on the situation when asked recently.He said: “From the outside, it seems easy, but then it requires certain circumstances to make sense of everything – salary caps and other issues. It’s up to the club to talk about it.”Cordero scored his first senior goal for the Andalusian giants in June 2024, bagging a last-gasp equaliser in a play-off final second leg to fire Malaga back in to the Segunda Division.Upon confirmation of the signing, Newcastle sporting director Paul Mitchell said: “Antonio is an exciting talent. We’re delighted to bring him to Newcastle United amidst interest in Spain and across Europe.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKCordero undergoes his medical at NewcastleCredit: GettyThe Spanish wonderkid receives his shirt from Toon youth chief Jack RossCredit: Getty“He has lots of potential, and the next phase of his development will be for the club to select a loan move that will challenge him and build on his experiences.”Cordero’s arrival is set to be the first among a flurry of summer signings.Champions League places CONFIRMED after Aston Villa VAR controversy as Newcastle have to be saved by Man UtdEddie Howe maintains an interest in Crystal Palace star Marc Guehi, but hopes of signing Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford have been hampered by his desire to join Man Utd.And goalkeeper Nick Pope is being lined up by newly-promoted Leeds after the Yorkshire side missed out on Liverpool’s Caoimhin Keller.Meanwhile Sandro Tonali has nailed his Black and White colours to the mast and committed his future to Newcastle.The Italian midfielder, 25, was one of Newcastle’s top performers this term as they lifted the Carabao Cup and secured Champions League qualification.Despite that, there have been constant reports from his homeland that he would be heading back to former club Milan, who sold him to the Magpies for £55m in 2023, this summer.Barcelona and Real Madrid are two others linked while Juventus are the latest side said to be chasing him.Tonali, however, has shut down any transfer noise and insists he is going nowhere as he wants to repay the club for the support they showed him during his ban.Read More on The SunHe said: “I’m happy where I am now. I’ve found people who care about me, and I care about them. I don’t want to break any of the bonds I’ve built.“I’ve had a lot of thoughts every day, but right now, I’m happy where I am.”Nick Pope is being targeted by newly-promoted LeedsCredit: Getty More