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      Man City set to win transfer race for Sierra Leone defender Juma Bah despite 18-year-old stalling approach from rivals

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      MANCHESTER CITY are set to win their scrap for Sierra Leone centre-half Juma Bah this week — despite massive opposition.City hope their sales pitch of signing the 18-year-old from Real Valladolid and loaning him out for the next 18 months still appeals to the player.Juma Bah has become a regular in LaLiga this seasonCredit: GettyBah stalled on the move when Inter Milan, Lens and Fenerbahce made contact.But City have been in for the teenager in a big way for the longest time of all suitors.Everton and Crystal Palace are still waiting for encouragement — but the lure of City may end the chase in the next couple of days.The 6ft 5in defender has become a regular in LaLiga this season.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHaving begun the campaign out of the team, Bah has started five of Valladolid’s last six games.City’s defence is set to take on a different look this month.The reigning Prem champions are closing in on a £33.6million deal for RC Lens centre-back Abdukodir Khusanov.While skipper Kyle Walker has told club chiefs that he wants to leave the Etihad.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAfter Walker was left out of City’s 8-0 FA Cup drubbing of Salford yesterday, manager Pep Guardiola said: “Two days ago Kyle asked to explore the option to play abroad.”He asked after the treble, when Bayern (Munich) wanted him but the offer was not good enough.Erling Haaland swears in live TV interview after Man City win as Sky Sports reporter laughs nervously“He went to (director of football) Txiki (Begiristain) of course, and I prefer to play other players whose mind is here.“Maybe I’m wrong but I still am pretty convinced that there’s no-one in our job that doesn’t want to be where they are who can perform.“Kyle asked to explore, but it doesn’t mean it’s going to happen because you never know.”He has been our right-back and given us something we haven’t had.“He’s been amazing but now in his mind he would like to go to another country and play for other reasons.”Kyle Walker has asked to leave Man CityCredit: Getty More

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      Pep Guardiola reveals Kyle Walker has asked to LEAVE Man City with England defender set for £400K-A-WEEK Saudi transfer

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      PEP GUARDIOLA revealed Kyle Walker was left out of their FA Cup drubbing of Salford because he wants to QUIT the Etihad.The Manchester City boss initially said the reason for skipper Walker’s absence was tactical.Kyle Walker has asked to leave Man City for a £400,000-a-week move to Saudi ArabiaCredit: GettyPep Guardiola revealed Walker’s request after axing him for the win over SalfordBut after the 8-0 win Pep admitted it is because the right-back hopes for a fresh start abroad.Walker – who has been linked with a move to Saudi Arabia on a £400,000-a-week deal – has won six Prem titles, two FA Cups, four League Cups and the Champions League since joining in a £50million deal from Spurs in 2017.But he has struggled for form this season and was expected to make a confident-boosting return against the Division Two side.Guardiola said: “Two days ago Kyle asked to explore the option to play abroad.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”He asked after the treble, when Bayern (Munich) wanted him but the offer was not good enough.“He went to (director of football) Txiki (Begiristain) of course, and I prefer to play other players whose mind is here.“Maybe I’m wrong but I still am pretty convinced that there’s no-one in our job that doesn’t want to be where they are who can perform.“Kyle asked to explore, but it doesn’t mean it’s going to happen because you never know. Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”He has been our right back and given us something we haven’t had.“He’s been amazing but now in his mind he would like to go to another country and play for other reasons.”Kyle Walker’s wife Annie is SCRAPPING her £27m divorce bid as cheating Man City star eyes £400k-a-week moveWalker’s request comes after SunSport exclusively revealed wife Annie Kliner is scrapping her £27million divorce bid.An insider said: “It was just a few months ago that Annie served Kyle with divorce papers, but she’s having second thoughts.“He’s a top target for the Saudi Arabia clubs and if he decides to take a deal it’ll be life-changing — and not just because of the massive amount of money he’ll be making.”Walker is now back in the marital home, those close to Annie said.Wife Annie Kliner is scrapping her £27million divorce bidCredit: Refer to CaptionWalker has moved back into the marital home, SunSport revealedThey added: “Annie is no fool. She sought legal advice about the finances last year and knows that the deal in Saudi is worth a lot.“Annie says it’s not about the cash but keeping their family together, yet his earning potential is something she will have thought about.“She is savvy and has been mapping out a plan for a long time. “Annie always puts the children first but she has to think about herself too.READ MORE SUN STORIES”And financially she wants to know she would be secure whatever happens between them.“Kyle has assured her that whatever happens, she would have the financial support.” More

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      Meet Abdukodir Khusanov, the £33m ‘Tank’ Uzbek defender who sprints like an Olympian and is joining Man City from Lens

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      MANCHESTER CITY are closing in on signing Abdukodir Khusanov from Lens.The Premier League champions have reportedly agreed a £33.6million deal to land the youngster this month.Abdukodir Khusanov is the ‘Tank’ set to join Manchester CityCredit: GettyThe young centre-back has developed into one of the best defenders in Ligue 1Credit: GettyHis 37km/h top speed rivals the pace Usain Bolt set in the 100mCredit: AFPBut who is the rising star set to make his switch to the Etihad – and what kind of a player are City signing?First of all, Pep Guardiola is getting a proper defender.Khusanov, 20, is no creative player who has been shoehorned into playing at the back.He is a defender’s defender – and seemingly relishes preventing strikers scoring, coming out in the 94th percentile for his defensive stats in Ligue 1 this term. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd he is a physical specimen of a man: 6ft 1in tall, powerful, strong, athletic and quick. Very quick.Khusanov clocked a staggering top speed of 37km/h – 22.9mph – earlier this season.To put that into context, Usain Bolt averaged 37.58km/h to set the 100m world record of 9.58 seconds, albeit reaching 43.99km/h during the 2009 race.In the 2023-24 Premier League season, the 37km/h barrier was broken just twice – both by Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven who managed 37.38km/h and 37.23km/h. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSSo it’s safe to say that Khusanov would add a whole new dynamic to City’s back line with his lightning pace.He capitalises on his physical attributes to be strong in the air and even stronger in the challenge.Meet Man City’s Nico O’Reilly: Rodri’s heir?His aggressive pressing style and love of a battle with a striker means he is perfectly comfortable stepping out to squeeze opponents or intercept as well as in one-v-one situations, drawing comparisons to Ruben Dias.He is not dirty, only picking up two yellow cards this season, but does love a last-ditch slide tackle and did see red for a studs-up challenge on PSG’s Achraf Hakimi in November. His Lens manager Will Still summed it up succinctly: “Kodir is a tank.” Interestingly, though, Khusanov is not your typical Guardiola centre-back because he is not the best with the ball at his feet. He averages fewer touches, passes and forward carries than his centre-back partners Kevin Danso and Facundo Medina – albeit playing in the middle of a back three – and certainly has room to grow in his range of passing.This will be particularly important when lining up in a Guardiola team that dominates possession. It has been a staggering and rapid rise for Khusanov as he finds himself on the brink of his transfer to England. The Uzbekistan international and Olympian – who would become the first Uzbek to play in the Premier League – left his homeland aged 18 to join Belarusian club Energetik-BGU in 2022.Less than 18 months later, he signed for Lens in July 2023 for £84,000 – and is now set to move on for 400 TIMES that figure, having only established himself as a first-team regular starter this season.But City fans’ excitement will be curbed by two important factors. Khusanov is not very experienced.The youngster – who ironically has only celebrated five birthdays as he was born on February 29, 2004 – went into 2025 with still only 24 Ligue 1 appearances to his name.He has two in the Champions League from last season’s group stages, including a 6-0 thrashing by Arsenal.The other slight area for concern is verbally.READ MORE SUN STORIESKhusanov has been described as a very quiet person and add in the further complications of the language barrier upon arriving in England and that could mean he takes time to settle.But if struggling Guardiola is so keen to spend big cash and waste no time in bringing him in, he must be confident he can get the best out of Abdukodir Khusanov as City’s next defensive stalwart. Khusanov would become the first Uzbek to play in the Premier LeagueCredit: Instagram @abdukodir_khusanov_He is not afraid to stand up for himself and show aggressionCredit: AFPThe 18-cap international left his homeland aged 18 to move to BelarusCredit: Instagram @abdukodir_khusanov_The youngster signed for Lens from Energetik-BGU in 2023Credit: Instagram @abdukodir_khusanov_Pep Guardiola will know there is room for improvement with the ball at his feetCredit: GettyKhusanov was on the end of a 6-0 stuffing by Arsenal in the Champions LeagueCredit: GettyHe could rival Micky van de Ven as the Prem’s fastest footballerCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd and Arsenal in Matheus Cunha transfer battle with Wolves star ready to make summer move

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Arsenal target Matheus Cunha is expected to STAY at Wolves this month.But a January transfer move away from Molineux is still “not impossible”.Wolves star Matheus Cunha is being targeted by Manchester United and ArsenalCredit: GettyCunha prefers to stay at Wolves in January but a summer move is possibleCredit: RexSunSport can confirm both United and the Gunners are keeping tabs on the versatile forward during the winter market.A move before transfer deadline day is not completely out of the question.Sources, though, tell us the Brazil international would prefer to stay at Wolves and sign a new deal tying him until 2029.The centre-forward’s January status will largely depend on ongoing contract talks with the club.Read More on FootballNevetheless, the summer transfer window will possibly be a different story as Cunha could be more open then to considering offers.The striker has stood out for Wanderers during their turbulent campaign in the top flight.The Brazilian has scored 10 goals and bagged four assists in 19 Premier League appearances.Wolves are currently 17th in the table and have the same points tally as 18th-placed Ipswich Town, who are in the drop zone.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSNew manager Vitor Pereira has improved the team’s fortunes after replacing Gary O’Neil last month by winning two and losing only one of his four matches in charge, which includes a 2-2 draw at Tottenham.Reports have suggested Cunha’s new deal would also include a relegation clause in case Wolves drop to the Championship.Which football clubs could Marcus Rashford join?Man Utd and Arsenal both need additions to add some spark to their attack for the second half of the season.The North Londoners have been lacking a natural centre-forward with Kai Havertz mostly filling in as a false nine.And United are likely to lose out-of-favour star man Marcus Rashford as early as this month, while other expensive strikers like Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee have yet to hit a high note.Cunha switched to the West Midlands from Atletico Madrid, initially on loan in January 2023 before a £44million permanent deal.He launched his career with Swiss side Sion before spells in Germany with Red Bull Leipzig and Hertha Berlin. More

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      Man Utd, Arsenal and Liverpool all circling for Joao Gomes transfer after shining for Wolves

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      WOLVES will fight off interest in Joao Gomes from Manchester United, Arsenal and Liverpool – for now at least.The Brazil midfielder has plenty of admirers in England and Europe after an impressive first half of the Premier League season.Joao Gomes is being eyed by a trio of Premier League heavyweightCredit: AlamyThe Wolves midfielder has enjoyed a strong first half of the seasonCredit: GettyGomes, 23, has started all but one of Wolves’ top-flight games and has been a standout performer along with forward Matheus Cunha.Wanderers are moving to tie Cunha to a new deal and are determined to hold on to both Brazilians in this transfer window as they look to build on the improvement under new boss Vitor Pereira.Gomes’ value will only continue to increase if he maintains his level of performance. His current contract runs until 2028, putting the onus on his suitors to come up with a huge bid for Wolves even to consider selling him.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLGomes joined Wolves from Flamengo in January 2023 for a bargain £15million.The midfielder spoke to SunSport earlier this season about growing into life in England. And he put his impressive performances down to his new-found love of Brazilian jiu-jitsu.Gomes said: “Learning Brazilian jiu-jitsu has improved my football.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”It’s helped a lot with my mobility — and flexibility. Before I tried jiu-jitsu, I don’t think I had a lot of that. I used to have a lot of pain.”It has given me a lot of resistance to that pain. It’s helped with my conditioning.Wolves players and staff clashing with one another after full-time”So doing it has given me a lot of benefits with regards to football.”Wolves have lost just once in four games, hauling themselves out of the Prem relegation zone in the process. A morale-boosting 2-0 win over Man Utd on Boxing Day has seen confidence return to the first XI.And new boss Pereira believes his team have enough to pull away from the bottom three.Following the United triumph, the said: “A man with confidence can do a lot of good things. “In this moment, I think the team is happy, the energy is positive, the players are quality.” More

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      Jonjo Shelvey’s contract at Turkish club RIPPED UP after just five months as blunt statement is released

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      FORMER Premier League midfielder Jonjo Shelvey has been released by Turkish side ikas Eyupspor after just five months.The 32-year-old, who joined Eyupspor in August, agreed to leave the Istanbul-based club by mutual consent.Jojo Shelvey has been released by Turkish side ikas EyupsporCredit: Instagram @eyupsporkulubuA statement from the club read: “We have parted ways with professional football player Jonjo Shelvey by mutual consent.”We would like to thank Jonjo Shelvey for his contributions to our team and wish him success in his future career.”Shelvey made just six appearances for Eyupspor after joining five months ago.But he now finds himself without a club.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSome reports suggest Burnley might look to sign him this month.Clarets boss Scott Parker could turn to Shelvey for some midfield experience as his side push for promotion back to the Premier League.Han-Noah Massengo joined Ligue 1 side AJ Auxerre earlier this week, leaving Burnley light in terms of midfield options.Asked if it was a concern, Parker said: “Yes, we’re a little bit short there at the moment and it’s probably an area that we’ll see if there’s anything [in the transfer window].Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”We’ve obviously got Aaron Ramsey [to return from injury], but he’s still a little bit away.”There’s a player there that I look at and I’ve been looking at for some time before I came here and I know exactly what sort of level of player he is. But obviously at this present moment in time he’s out injured.Forgotten Premier League star scores from inside his OWN HALF as fans say ‘hide him from Man Utd before they send a bid’”But you’re right, there’s a little area there where we’re a little bit light and maybe we’ll have a look at that.”Before joining Eyupspor, Shelvey spent a season with Caykur Rizespor.He joined the club after being released by Nottingham Forest.The midfielder has also played for Newcastle, Swansea, Liverpool and Charlton. More

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      Man Utd recall THREE goalkeepers from loan spells including ‘superb’ 18-year-old amid questions over Andre Onana

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have recalled three goalkeepers from their loan stints amid Andre Onana’s struggles between the sticks.Onana, 28, has made significant errors throughout new manager Ruben Amorim’s two-month stint in charge of United.Manchester United have recalled three goalkeepers amid Andre Onana’s strugglesCredit: ReutersRising talent Elyh Harrison is among the keepers Man Utd brought backCredit: GettyAnd the Cameroon international’s understudy Altay Bayindir committed two major blunders in last month’s Carabao Cup loss at Tottenham.That is why the Red Devils have decided to cut three of their keepers’ loan stints short to bring in some extra competition for their two struggling shot stoppers.According to The Mail, Tom Wooster and Tom Myles have come back from Farsley Celtic and Runcorn Linnets respectively.Man Utd also recalled rising young talent Elyh Harrison from a stunning loan stint at Chester.Read More on Man UtdWooster, 19, Myles, 19, and Harrison, 18, are all expected to stay at Old Trafford for the rest of the season.This comes amid reports suggesting United are looking for a new goalkeeper to provide serious competition for Onana.Royal Antwerp ace Senne Lammens is being monitored by the Manchester giants’ scouts.However, Amorim is unlikely to buy another keeper during the January transfer window while both Onana and Bayindir are still in his squad.Most read in FootballHarrison, however, poses as a very interesting addition to the Portuguese tactician’s side as he will be training with the first team while playing with the Under-21s.The England Under-18 international amassed a total of 23 appearances with Chester and kept nine clean sheets.Man Utd Player Ratings vs LiverpoolThat led to immense praise by manager Calum McIntyre, who described the teenager as “superb”.Harrison was involved in Man Utd’s first-team squad during last summer’s pre-season but did not go on tour to the US. More

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      Man City warned it would take ‘something extraordinary’ to sign £50million-rated Omar Marmoush

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      MANCHESTER CITY must do “something extraordinary” if they want to sign £50million-rated Eintracht Frankfurt forward Omar Marmoush this month.The Egyptian, 25, is the top target for Pep Guardiola as he looks to replace Julian Alvarez and provide some support for Erling Haaland.Manchester City must do ‘something extraordinary’ to sign Eintracht Frankfurt star Omar MarmoushCredit: GettyEintracht have no plans to let Man City target Marmoush leave in JanuaryCredit: GettyHowever Eintracht are reluctant to sell their star players as they are going well in both their domestic league and the Europa League this season.Frankfurt have no plans to let Marmoush – who has also been linked with Arsenal and Liverpool – leave following 18 goals in 24 games this term.Director of football Markus Krosche said: “Our basic intention is to keep the squad together.”Something extraordinary would have to happen for us to move away from this position.”Read More on FootballIn the meantime, City are also looking to finalise an agreement with Lens for defender Abdukodir Khusanov.The Uzbekistan international has been targeted by a host of clubs and is rated at around £30m by his current employers.Meanwhile, Galatasaray are keeping close tabs on Ilkay Gundogan’s situation at the Etihad.The former skipper returned to Man City in the summer – just a year after leaving to join Barcelona.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe signed a 12-month deal with the option of a further year but the move has not worked out as well as all parties hoped.The 34-year-old has been needed more than expected due to Rodri’s injury but has struggled during a difficult season for the champions.Man City boss Pep Guardiola ready to make urgent tactical tweak and defends Erling Haaland He has been on the bench for the last three matches and City are on the lookout for midfield reinforcements in the January transfer window.Guardiola does not want to lose players this window so a move to Turkey is more likely in the summer. More