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      Wilfried Zaha BLOCKED from making Premier League return due to little-known rule but could still make shock transfer

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      WILFRIED ZAHA could be BLOCKED from a return to the Premier League in January by a little-known rule.But a shock transfer may still be on the cards.Wilfried Zaha’s hopes of a Premier League return could be dashed by Fifa rulesCredit: GettyZaha, 32, left Crystal Palace at the end of the 2022-23 season and joined Galatasaray.But after a superb opening campaign in Turkey, scoring ten in 42 appearances, he only featured as a substitute in the 5-0 Turkish Super Cup defeat to Besiktas on August 3 before being shipped out on loan to Lyon.However, his stint in France has not gone according to plan.The Ivorian winger has managed just 112 minutes of football across six matches, assisting one and starting one. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd that means Lyon could terminate the loan deal and send Zaha back to Turkey.But Galatasaray could be open to letting the former Manchester United man join another team.Palace may have been willing to consider a loan swoop for their academy graduate – and speculation accelerated when he was in attendance for last week’s 5-1 thrashing by Arsenal. But it appears Zaha – who has 458 Palace appearances – may not be allowed to play for a team in the Premier League.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFifa rule 5.4 states: “Players may be registered with a maximum of three clubs during one season. “During this period, a player is only eligible to play official matches for two clubs.Wilfried Zaha leaves press room in stitches with hilarious response to whether he is bothered about failed Man Utd spell”As an exception to this rule, a player moving between two clubs belonging to associations with overlapping seasons (i.e. start of the season in summer/autumn as opposed to winter/spring) may be eligible to play in official matches for a third club during the relevant season, provided they have fully complied with their contractual obligations towards their previous clubs, and provided that the provisions relating to registration periods and the minimum length of a contract are respected.”As a result, the Mirror claim Zaha may be prevented from representing a third team in the 2024-25 campaign after his 15-minute cameo in the Turkish Super Cup thumping should Fifa deem that an official match. And that could mean a dream return to Selhurst Park is off the cards. Palace owner Steve Parish did admit in the summer the club would love to sign Zaha once again – nine years after bringing him back from Old Trafford – despite links to Leicester and Wolves.Parish told talkSPORT: “I’d have Wilf Zaha back in a heartbeat. He’s part of our club, part of our history.”There’s a few people that can lay claim at the heart of the resurgence of this club and Wilfried is very much one of them.”We stayed in the division [Premier League] sometimes by the force of his will, so, of course, we would.”Unfortunately, that doesn’t look like it’s going to be possible this summer for various reasons. “I’m in contact with him every now and again. I am glad he had a good season last season and he fulfilled his dreams. He played in the Champions League, so it’s a great story for him but of course if he was available we would be interested.”And if Fifa take the hard-line approach, a transfer to a league that runs in line with the calendar may be possible. READ MORE SUN STORIESAccording to the Daily Mail, the MLS may be a suitable option with interested parties in North America, whose regular season starts in February and ends in October before the play-offs culminating in December. However, finding a team willing to pay his £72,000-a-week wages could be a major stumbling block. Zaha watched his old team lose 5-1 to ArsenalCredit: GettyThe winger was sent out on loan after one year at GalatasarayCredit: Getty More

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      Dani Olmo’s ‘agent arrives in Manchester’ with Spain Euros winner available for FREE despite joining Barcelona for £50m

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      BARCELONA star Dani Olmo’s agent is in Manchester amid Premier League interest in his client, who could be available for free in January.Olmo, 26, completed an emotional comeback to boyhood club Barca following a £50million deal with RB Leipzig in August shortly after he helped Spain win Euro 2024 by beating England in the final.Barcelona star Dani Olmo’s agent flew to the UK amid interest from Man Utd, Man City and ArsenalCredit: RexBarcelona have been unable to register Olmo and he could be available for free in JanuaryCredit: RexHowever, the Blaugrana were unable to register the playmaker due to their ongoing financial struggles.That was until Hansi Flick’s side lost Andreas Christensen to a long-term injury and that allowed them to register the Spain international as an emergency player.However, this short-term arrangement runs out at the end of the year, which means the LaLiga leaders need to find another way to officially get Olmo in their books by December 31.The Spanish football federation will require Barcelona to make more cuts, find more revenue and comply with their financial guidelines.Read More on FootballThat Catalan giants have launched legal proceedings against LaLiga and were initially hopeful of reaching a solution before next week.If a resolution is not found then Olmo, who theoretically has a contract until 2030, will effectively be banned from playing for his boyhood club.This unusually chaotic situation has led to interest from the likes of Manchester City, Manchester United and Arsenal, who are all looking for attacking reinforcement ahead of the January transfer window.The Premier League giants could face competition from Bayern Munich in the winter market.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe Spaniard’s priority has always been to stay at the Nou Camp but the drawn-out process has forced his agent Andy Bara to explore potential moves.According to The Mail, Bara flew to Manchester via private jet to attend the Premier League match between Manchester City and Everton at the Etihad.Ian Wright convinced Spain star Dani Olmo is ‘taking the micky out of us’ with pre-Euro 2024 final gestureThe agent told the same source that he was visiting the UK “on holidays”.Olmo has managed six goals and one assist in 15 appearances across all competitions with Barcelona.This comes after 29 goals and 34 appearances in 148 matches with RB Leipzig. More

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      Man City transfer blow as star Premier League midfielder says he ‘feels at home’ where he is and is ‘very happy’

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      BRUNO GUIMARAES has reiterated his commitment to Newcastle amid transfer links away from St James’ Park.The Brazilian, 27, has become a star man on Tyneside since moving from Lyon in January 2022.Bruno Guimaraes has reiterated his love of the ToonCredit: PAGuimaraes has been linked with Manchester City ahead of next month’s transfer window.Pep Guardiola’s side are keen to bolster their midfield ranks having struggled without injured Ballon d’Or winner Rodri.The Newcastle star appears likely to stay at St James’ Park, however, given his recent comments.He said: “They took us in like family. We are Geordies now. I feel very, very happy in the team.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”I think I have a new home outside of Brazil. If one day I come back to Newcastle, they will always take me as part of the family.”I want both my sons to know exactly what I’m doing here. We have a special history for them so the connection we have is unbelievable.”I feel like one of them so every time I play, I don’t just play for Bruno or my family – I play for Newcastle United.”I’m not speaking this like, ‘Oh, he’s lying’. When I lose, I get upset because I lose and Newcastle lose. I feel like a fan.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”Even when I retire, I will support the team because they made me feel at home since my first day here.”City are unlikely to make a move for Guimaraes next month.Pep Guardiola says ‘I’m the manager and I’m not good enough’ as Man City lose again But Guardiola has spoken of his desire for January reinforcements.He told Amazon Prime Video: “We have to add players, definitely. You know, we struggle — especially at the back and in the middle so I think we have to.But saying that, I do not know what is going to happen. The transfer window in winter is not easy but everyone is aware of that.”Even our players are aware of our situation and what we need to do.”City are interested in Paris Saint-Germain forward Randal Kolo Muani.The Frenchman, who is out of favour at PSG, has also attracted attention from Tottenham, Arsenal and Liverpool.Pep Guardiola wants January reinforcementsCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd have had ‘multiple approaches’ for £86m flop Antony despite just one goal all season

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have received “multiple approaches” for Antony ahead of the January transfer window.The £86million flop is having another difficult season at Old Trafford, scoring just one goal in ten appearances.Several clubs are interested in a January move for AntonyCredit: GettyAntony, 24, has made just three starts in all competitions and played just 50 minutes in the Premier League this term.His Man Utd misery could finally come to an end next month with several teams eyeing up the winger.Antony’s agent Junior Pedroso told Give Me Sport: “Many clubs have approached us for Antony’s move in January. “These clubs wanted to understand the situation for Antony, so I can confirm that there’s concrete interest.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”To be fair, Manchester United have never expressed any interest to sell or loan out Antony to us. We never received this sort of communication so far. “Man Utd management never told us that they want Antony to leave.”I can say that Antony’s future is very much tied to Manchester United’s interests. “If the club thinks it would be a good idea to loan Antony out in January so he can get more minutes and regain his trust, we will work together on that option.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”Otherwise, Antony is working hard to regain his place and show his best skills under Ruben Amorim.”Antony was reportedly close to leaving in the summer amid interest from Fenerbahce and his former club Ajax.Watch Man Utd star Antony show off hidden talent as fans say ‘he’s finding another job already’Gary Neville previously called the deal that saw him arrive in 2022 as “one of the worst transfers United ever made”.Inside Man Utd chaos with Dan Ashworth axed just five months into jobBy Neil CustisThe blame game has another victim as things go from bad to worse at Old Trafford.Manchester United’s first sporting director, Dan Ashworth, arrived in the summer and is gone before Christmas.SunSport exclusively revealed in November that there was trouble at mill.That the new senior management team were already blaming each other for the mess the club were in.Chief executive Omar Berrada and Ashworth were trying to wash their hands of it all, claiming they had arrived too late after serving their gardening leave.New part owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe said making decisions was all down to them.Meanwhile, Jason Wilcox thought it was all a mess under previous boss Erik ten Hag but was part of the team that encouraged him to stay after every other candidate ran for cover.Defeat Nottingham Forest in December, after their second-half capitulation at Arsenal a few days previously, proved too much.READ MORE ON MAN UTD’S CHAOS  More

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      ‘I ain’t paying £10m… because of everything’ – Former Man Utd star slams Rashford and says he should move to MLS

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      MARCUS RASHFORD could end up moving to an MLS club, claims former Manchester United goalkeeper Ben Foster.Rashford, 27, is out of favour at Old Trafford under boss Ruben Amorim.Marcus Rashford is out of favour at Man UtdCredit: GettyBen Foster had his say on Rashford’s futureCredit: TikTok / benfcyclinggkThe forward has been left out of United’s last three matchday squads.He recently admitted that he is ready for a “new challenge” and is thought to be available for around £40million.But Foster, 41, doesn’t think the Red Devils will get anywhere near that price.Speaking on his Cycling GK podcast, he said: “Marcus Rashford, there’s so many people that talk about him that say ‘on his day, on his day’.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”His day is once every 10 games. Genuinely, it’s once every 10 games and you can’t have a luxury player in the modern game that will give you one game out of 10, it’s as simple as that.”Coupled with fact that he gets so much reputation and baggage and everything that comes with it, I don’t think Mikel Arteta wants that anywhere near that Arsenal.”He has to get away from Manchester United. I think it’ll be an MLS (transfer) or something. It’s going to have to be a massive wage cut.”Rashford earns in the region of £325,000 a week and is under contract at United until the summer of 2028.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe has made 15 Premier League appearances this season, scoring four goals.On what could be holding Rashford back, Foster added: “Once that fire goes, can you get that back? It has to come from him. I don’t think he can get it back.Ruben Amorim explains why Marcus Rashford is still exiled at Man Utd despite ‘wanting to play’ “Again, you’re talking about money which does really ruin everything lads.”Once people have that massive contract and they’ve got that five years in the bank and they’ve got everything they’ll ever need for the rest of their life, that takes it (that fire) away.”They were talking £40m you know as well. Even 10, I ain’t paying £10m… because of everything.”Amorim, 39, was recently asked about Rashford’s situation by Sky Sports.’A HARD SITUATION’The Portuguese said: “It is a hard situation. I understand that these players have a lot of people around them, making choices that are not the first idea from the player.”I am always here to help Marcus as another player. I have to do what I have to do.”They chose to do the interview as it is not just Marcus. I have understood that.”As a coach I focus on performance and the way you train. The rest, it is better for me and the club to deal with that when the time comes.”READ MORE SUN STORIESMan Utd are set to take on Wolves later today.Rashford’s last appearance came in the 2-1 win over Viktoria Plzen on December 12. More

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      Arsenal join THREE Premier League rivals in transfer race for PSG frontman Randal Kolo Muani after Bukayo Saka injury

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      FOUR Premier League clubs are battling for the signature of France star Randal Kolo Muani.Liverpool, Tottenham and Manchester City have been exploring a deal for the speedy Paris Saint-Germain frontman.Randal Kolo Muani has been linked with a move away from PSGCredit: GettyAnd Arsenal have joined the race, with winger Bukayo Saka facing more than two months on the sidelines with a hamstring injury.Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou desperately needs options given his side’s injury crisis.And Kolo Muani’s electric pace and ability to play anywhere along the frontline appeals.City boss Pep Guardiola wants to freshen things up given their dreadful form and a loan deal would suit both parties.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLPSG are keen on an obligation-to-buy clause with Frenchman Kolo Muani not part of boss Luis Enrique’s plans.Liverpool are weighing up their options with Mo Salah out of contract in the summer and allowed to talk to foreign clubs in the January window.Boss Arne Slot is a big fan of Kolo Muani, who has performed better for country than club of late.The 26-year-old was chased by Europe’s biggest clubs after scoring 26 goals and providing 17 assists for Eintracht Frankfurt in 2022-23.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBukayo Saka is set for a spell on the sidelinesCredit: RexHe joined PSG for £80million in September last year. But he has scored just four times in 14 appearances for the club this season and made just two Ligue 1 starts.He was not in PSG’s squad for recent games with Monaco and Lyon.Tottenham boss Postecoglou REFUSES to answer questions after his team ship another hatful of goals in Liverpool lossEnrique said: “I could speak about it, but I won’t.“My decisions say it all, even if all of my decisions can be changed.”Kolo Muani netted in the penalty shootout as France were beaten by Argentina in the 2022 World Cup final.He was also denied by keeper Emi Martinez’s ‘save of the century’.France boss Didier Deschamps continues to pick Kolo Muani despite his lack of game time.Aston Villa also had dialogue with PSG, who were interested in a swap with striker Jhon Duran.But Villa are not interested in parting with the Colombian ace, 21. More

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      Former England international eyed by Hollywood-owned Wrexham for sensational January transfer

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      WREXHAM are planning a January swoop for Patrick Bamford, SunSport can reveal.The Welsh club believe the former England international – who earned his only cap in 2021 – could help propel them to the Championship.Patrick Bamford has not scored in nine games for Leeds this seasonCredit: GettyHe could be looking for a way out of the Championship club in the January windowAnd with the forward out of favour at Leeds, Wrexham are confident they will be able to get a deal over the line.The League One high-fliers are thought to be pushing for a loan deal which would include a clause to sign Bamford permanently in the summer.But owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney will have to dig deep to bring the club.Bamford’s wages will impact the structure at the club so the celebrity owners will have to help out to land the striker.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWrexham certainly need a new striker with recent draws coming because of their failure to take chances.Phil Parkinson would have once called upon Paul Mullin to kill games off, but he has scored just once in League One.Wrexham think a striker who can make a big impact in League One and potentially score goals at Championship level will take them to the next level and Bamford fits that bill when at his best.The only snag could be concerns about his injury record and his lack of game time, and Wrexham will want assurances he is able to play straight away.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFor Leeds, offloading Bamford from their wage bill is a priority due to his high salary and limited playing time.His current wages represent a significant financial burden, particularly since he has only played in eight of Leeds’ league matches, contributing no goals or assists.Wrexham clash descends into huge brawl at full-time as tempers flare after fiery League One clashGiven his injury record and the team’s depth in forward positions, moving him out could free up funds for other squad investments or financial stability. More

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      ‘Not just Marcus’ – Ruben Amorim has theory on who’s behind bombshell Rashford interview and will ‘forget it.. for now’

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      RUBEN AMORIM has a theory on who was behind Marcus Rashford’s bombshell transfer interview — but the Manchester United boss will “forget it… for now.”Rashford declared he is “ready for a new challenge” after being axed from Amorim’s squad for the 2-1 win over Man City.Ruben Amorim has a theory over Marcus Rashford’s Man Utd transfer exit commentsRashford declared he is seeking a ‘new challenge’ after being droppedThe forward has since failed to feature in United’s following two matches, a 4-3 Carabao Cup defeat to Spurs and Sunday’s 3-0 home loss to Bournemouth in the Premier League.And Amorim, who is being backed by United’s board, has given no guarantee that Rashford will be involved for the tricky Boxing Day trip to Wolves either.It’s led to speculation that United’s academy product could be sold when the January transfer window opens.Yet Amorim reckons there could be other forces at play.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSpeaking to Sky Sports, the Portuguese boss hinted that Rashford’s comments about leaving United may have actually stemmed from the player’s camp.Amorim said: “It is a hard situation. I understand that these players have a lot of people around them, making choices that are not the first idea from the player.“I am always here to help Marcus as another player. I have to do what I have to do.“They chose to do the interview as it is not just Marcus. I have understood that.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS“As a coach I focus on performance and the way you train. The rest, it is better for me and the club to deal with that when the time comes.”Amorim did offer an olive branch to Rashford though, insisting he will “forget the interview now.”Man Utd hero Lee Sharpe warns Marcus Rashford potential exit could come back to haunt club if he joins Prem rivals He added: “At the moment I focus on improving Marcus and we need a talented guy like Marcus.“I forget the interview now and see what I see on the pitch.”It remains to be seen if Rashford features again for United, with the forward having scored just four times in 15 league outings this season.Speaking to journalist Henry Winter earlier this month, the England ace revealed the time felt right to pack his bags and quit Old Trafford for a fresh start elsewhere.Rashford said: “For me, personally, I think I’m ready for a new challenge and the next steps.“When I leave it’s going to be ‘no hard feelings’. You’re not going to have any negative comments from me about Manchester United. That’s me as a person.“If I know that a situation is already bad I’m not going to make it worse.“I’ve seen how other players have left in the past and I don’t want to be that person.“When I leave, I’ll make a statement, and it will be from me. It’s disheartening to be left out of a derby, but it’s happened, we won the game so let’s move on.READ MORE SUN STORIES“It’s disappointing but I’m also someone as I’ve got older I can deal with setbacks.“What am I going to do about it? Sit there and cry about it? Or do my best the next time I’m available?”Why Rashford joining Arsenal is perfect fitBy Martin LiptonMARCUS RASHFORD is at a crossroads.But now the England star has to make the biggest choice he has ever faced – does he care about cash, or about his career?Rashford’s shock admission that he is “ready for a new challenge” after some two decades under the Manchester United umbrella has altered the dynamic around his future.That Rashford might not fit the blueprint of Ruben Amorim – who has now responded to Rashford’s comments – was not exactly a surprise.The Portuguese coach prefers a 3-4-3 formation but appears to have settled on Rasmus Hojlund as his starting central striker and wants two “narrow” inside forwards, with the width coming from the wing-backs.Rashford has always wanted to play through the middle but is often at his best exploiting spaces out wide – and that skillset does not necessarily suit the way Amorim wants to play.Even so, going public with his evident dissatisfaction at being bombed entirely from the squad for the Manchester derby was a major move, even if he vowed there would be “no hard feelings” if he does leave his boyhood club.In truth, Rashford has been leaving United almost from the moment he signed that new £325,000 per week contract in 2023.Something was broken in his connection to the club. His form dropped, his threat dissipated, his issues with the hierarchy deepened.When Erik ten Hag dropped him for hosting a birthday party after a derby defeat, and he later pulled a sickie to miss the FA Cup game with Newport, it felt even then that the writing was on the wall.The facts suggest the love affair has ended. After scoring 30 in all competitions to earn that new deal, he has scored just 15 in the 18 months since it was signed.Amorim’s arrival seems merely to have accelerated what was increasingly inevitable.Now, though, it is up to Rashford to determine what his future will bring.If it is only about the money, then his options might be somewhat limited.It is hard to see a Prem rival coughing up the same £16.9m annual salary – although Rashford’s comments have probably knocked £20m-plus off any transfer fee, even next month.But Real Madrid have their fill of big-money strikers and Barcelona’s budget remains restricted by La Liga financial controls.In Europe, then, that probably leaves PSG – but a move to a one-club league.Or, in the wider world, he could follow the likes of Ivan Toney, Cristiano Ronaldo, Roberto Firmino and Co and head to the Saudi desert.Lucrative, yep. Certainly a different environment – and that may be exactly what Rashford both wants and needs. But the football? Not in a million years.What Rashford needs, above all, is to be able to play for trophies and showcase his talents.There is no better stage than the Premier League – which has far more global eyeballs on it than any other domestic competition.And in that Premier League there is one club crying out for a goalscoring No 9, especially if he can also play down the left channel to balance out the side and widen its threat.Rashford has always been more Longsight than London.Yet Arsenal, and Mikel Arteta, might be the perfect fit.The Gunners’ lack of a proper scorer is one of the major factors many fans feel has hurt their title challenge this year.Gabriel Jesus has never been a natural finisher, while Kai Havertz is still a converted midfielder.And while the link-up between Martin Odegaard and Bukayo Saka makes their right flank deadly, faith in Gabriel Martinelli on the left is waning.There have not been too many who succeeded at Arsenal after leaving United – although Danny Welbeck was not a flop.Rashford has all the attributes to change that history, if he can reproduce what everybody knows is inside him.And by breaking free, giving himself the chance to start all over, Rashford can make a point to Amorim that will resonate for a very long time. 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