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      West Ham boss David Moyes slams Bayer Leverkusen’s bench as ‘a disgrace’ for what they did during fiery clash

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      WEST HAM manager David Moyes hit out at Xabi Alonso after their Europa League quarter-final defeat.The Hammers frustrated Bayer Leverkusen for long periods in the first leg but eventually fell to a 2-0 defeat.David Moyes hit out at Bayer Leverkusen’s bench after the gameCredit: GettyMoyes claimed Leverkusen tried to get Lucas Paqueta bookedCredit: RexThere was a mass altercation after Paqueta’s late tackleCredit: APPaqueta is now suspended for the second legCredit: APTo make matters worse for West Ham, Lucas Paqueta and Emerson are suspended for next Thursday after picking up their third yellows in the competition.The Brazilian midfielder picked up the booking for a rash challenge on Amine Adli.Leverkusen’s players and bench were furious over the tackle, surrounding the referee and pushing Paqueta.After the game, Moyes fumed at the reaction from the soon to be Bundesliga champions, saying: “He will be a huge miss but I thought their bench was a disgrace.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”He [the referee] got surrounded. I thought it was disgraceful and was really disappointing.”Did they get him booked? I think so.”You should let the referee make the decision and not the way they reacted to the incident.”I thought it was a rule all the way through. We would not all run off and surround him. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER”It was a poor thing for them to do and they are a good side and they didn’t need to react like that.”On Moyes’ comments, Alonso said: “I thought it was a deserved yellow card. I have a lot of respect for David but we don’t look at their bench.”The Tap In West Ham’s Moyes Out fans should ‘be careful what they wish for’ ft. Tony CotteeWest Ham now face an uphill battle in the second leg, with star man Jarrod Bowen potentially out injured.The Irons need to win by two goals to force extra-time against Leverkusen, who are unbeaten in 42 games.But Moyes insists his side still have belief: “We know we are playing a good team but we are not out of the tie. If we can get that first goal it will make a difference.”We did a really good job defensively. We were aware of them scoring late goals in other games and they put us under intense pressure and we found it difficult.”We were playing a Champions League team and a good one at that.”We will have to come up trumps next week and the first thing we have to do is get one goal and take it from there.” More

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      Tottenham hope to tie up controversial Conor Gallagher transfer from Chelsea as quick as possible ahead of pre-season

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      TOTTENHAM hope to tie up a quick deal for Conor Gallagher this summer – and Chelsea’s financial pressures could make it happen.England midfielder Gallagher, 24, has been a long-term target for Spurs.Conor Gallagher is on Spurs’ radar this summerCredit: RexAnge Postecoglou is out to strengthen his squad, which he hopes will be playing in the Champions League next term.The Australian wants to get his business done as early as possible to get a full pre-season.And he sees Gallagher as a great fit for his style.The former Crystal Palace loanee will only have a year left on his Blues deal in June.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd while there remains a chance he signs a new one at his boyhood club, the likelihood is he will be sold.Chelsea need to flog players to raise funds before July 1 to comply with Profit and Sustainability Rules after massively overspending during the Todd Boehly era.That boosts the chances of a Gallagher sale – which would be deemed as pure profit for the Blues given he is a homegrown player – early in the close season.Postecoglou rapidly got his business underway last summer by bringing in Guglielmo Vicario from Empoli and James Maddison from Leicester in June.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERWhile Timo Werner – who hopes to have his loan made permanent in the summer for £15million after impressing – and Radu Dragusin were signed early in January.Chelsea would be looking for at least £40m for Gallagher.Conor Gallagher’s life as a footballer from loan moves to potential Chelsea exitThat is considering they sold Mason Mount for £55m to Manchester United with a year left on his deal last summer, and Maddison, who also had 12 months remaining on his Foxes deal, went for £40m.But the West Londoners’ PSR requirements may mean they have to accept less – unless they can get a bidding war going amongst interested parties.Blues boss Mauricio Pochettino has reiterated his desire to keep Gallagher, who has 12 caps for his country and hopes to go to the Euros.When asked about whether he hoped to have his future sorted before this summer’s tournament, Gallagher said last month: “When it comes to it, I’ll be focusing on England and the task in hand.”WHAT IS FFP?SunSport’s Martin Lipton breaks down what it is all about…
      FFP – or Financial Fair Play – is a concept originally introduced by Uefa in 2009, officially to prevent clubs from spending money they could not afford.
      Yet many critics have rounded on the system, accusing it of being a protective instrument, drafted by the so-called “legacy clubs” to prevent insurgent and wealthier clubs from buying their way onto the top table.
      The Premier League introduced its own FFP regulations which came into effect for the 2013-14 season and which, while less stringent than Uefa regulations, they do impact on club spending.
      Under the current Prem “Profitability and Sustainability” regulations, clubs who are constant members of the top flight for a three-year period are allowed total losses of £105m over those three campaigns.
      But it is not as simple as totting up outlay and income.
      The biggest outlay, of course, is transfer fees. The 20 Prem clubs spent a total of around £2.4bn in last summer’s transfer window.
      Yet that does not mean they “spent” that money as far as the Prem rules are concerned.
      Transfer fees are “amortised” over the length of the contract, so, for example, a £100m fee for a player who signs a five-year deal is amortised at a cost of £20m per season for each of those five campaigns. More

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      Chelsea and Liverpool ‘joined by Premier League rivals in race to trigger Nico Williams transfer release clause’

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      TOTTENHAM have joined Chelsea and Liverpool in the race to sign Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams, according to reports.Williams, 21, has impressed for the La Liga side this season, scoring six goals and providing 14 assists across all competitions.Tottenham are interested in signing Nico WilliamsCredit: GettyHe is considered one of the most sought-after young wingers in Europe, with several clubs considering a summer swoop.Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool have all been linked with a move for Williams in recent months.And according to The Telegraph, Tottenham are also keeping a close eye on him.Williams has a £42.8million release clause in his current contract.Read More on FootballSpurs are currently assessing whether or not they will need attacking reinforcements this summer.Tottenham’s north London rivals Arsenal are also monitoring the winger.And while Chelsea maintain an interest, club chiefs are prioritising a new out-and-out striker.Barcelona are also among his admirers, but officials are willing to hold out until 2025.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSWilliams has impressed for Athletic Bilbao this seasonWilliams helped Athletic Bilbao win the Copa del Rey last week, ending the club’s 40-year wait for silverware.After the match, he told Diario AS: “I have many years left here, I am calm and happy. I can’t wait to get to Bilbao to celebrate.”Bizarre moment Arsenal target Nico Williams gets ‘dumbest red card ever seen’ after two yellows in 12 seconds – BEIN Sports 5The winger also has 13 caps for the Spanish national team.He made his senior international debut back in September 2022 and has since scored two goals. More

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      Arsenal wonderkid dubbed club’s ‘future’ to QUIT in summer transfer after failing to break into first-team

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      ARSENAL youngster Charlie Patino is set to leave the club this summer, according to reports.The 20-year-old has spent over two years trying to establish his spot in Mikel Arteta’s first team squad.Charlie Patino could leave Arsenal this summerCredit: GettyPatino has spent this season on loan at SwanseaCredit: GettyBut with the level of competition higher than ever in north London, he is yet to break into the fold.According to The Standard, Patino could seek a permanent transfer at the end of the season.Arteta is expected to sanction the midfielder’s departure this summer, allowing Arsenal to cash-in on him before his contract expires in June 2025.Patino holds a Spanish passport through his father, meaning a move to La Liga could be convenient for both parties.Read More on Man UtdIt also gives him additional options across Europe because clubs will likely avoid post-Brexit issues.The England Under-21s star made his Arsenal debut in a 5-1 League Cup win over Sunderland in December 2021.He came off the bench to score for the Gunners in added time.Patino’s only other first team appearance came in a 1-0 FA Cup defeat to Nottingham Forest the following month.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe was loaned to Blackpool for the 2022-23 campaign and made 37 appearances across all competitions.The midfielder has spent this season at Swansea.What happened to Highbury?In 33 games Patino has scored four goals and provided four assists.But his last match start came back in January. More

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      Liverpool face huge Luis Diaz transfer dilemma with winger yet to agree new contract amid interest from European giants

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      LIVERPOOL star Luis Diaz is attracting interest from two European giants, according to reports.The Colombian winger recently met with his agent Raul Costa to discuss his future.Luis Diaz could leave Liverpool at the end of the seasonCredit: GettyDiaz has three years left on his contract but is at a crossroads this summer.Liverpool supposedly view the end of the season as the right time to sell the player should he not agree a new and improved long-term deal.The club want to offload players when their value is high amid the threat of the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules.Diaz is rated at £75million by Liverpool, according to The Telegraph.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThey also claim that Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona are both keen on signing him.However, the Catalan giants could find it hard to raise enough cash amid financial troubles.Real Madrid have previously been touted as a possible destination for Diaz.The 27-year-old shares an agent with Ruben Amorim, who has been linked with replacing Jurgen Klopp at Anfield.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe Sporting Lisbon boss has reportedly reached a verbal agreement to become the next Liverpool manager.Sky Sports Germany say Amorim is willing to put pen to paper on a deal that will run to 2027.Jurgen Klopp manages to savage both Man Utd and his own Liverpool team with astonishing comment about ArsenalThe Portuguese boss’ deal in Lisbon runs for another two years and is believed to contain a £25m release clause. More

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      Anthony Martial ‘wanted by Inter Milan in shock transfer but Man Utd outcast second choice to little-known Iceland star’

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      INTER MILAN are reportedly interested in signing Manchester United star Anthony Martial.The 28-year-old will leave the Red Devils this summer when his contract expires.Anthony Martial is wanted by Inter Milan as he will leave Manchester United this summerCredit: GettyInter view Genoa’s Albert Gudmundsson as another optionCredit: GettyMartial is already on the lookout for a new club and Inter Milan are keen on the soon to be free agent.The Frenchman has been on the Italian giants’ radar for some time and there was talks about him moving to San Siro back in January.Rumours even suggested he could be used in a player plus cash swap deal as Man Utd had an interest in left-back Federico Dimarco.According Calciomercato, the potential signing of Martial is being discussed again by Inter chiefs.READ MORE ON MAN UTDHowever, they are supposedly concerned over his poor form and injury record.Martial has played 19 times this season, scoring just twice in all competitions.Therefore, Inter view Genoa star Albert Gudmundsson as an alternative.The Icelandic striker has caught the eye in Serie A this term, finding the back of the net 12 times.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERHowever, the 26-year-old is the more pricey option as it could take an offer worth £22million to force him out of Genoa.Gudmundsson has also been linked with West Ham and Tottenham.Man Utd’s top targets for the transfer windowInter reportedly have no interest in signing both strikers, with a deal already agreed for Porto’s Mehdi Taremi. Should the club opt for Gudmundsson, Martial could reportedly find himself at Fenerbahce.Inside Ratcliffe’s Man Utd plansEverything you need to know as Sir Jim Ratcliffe takes charge at Manchester United… More

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      Former Chelsea star Joao Felix says he ‘has convinced’ Bernardo Silva to make Barcelona transfer from Man City

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      JOAO FELIX claims he has “convinced” Portugal team-mate Bernardo Silva to join Barcelona.Manchester City star, Silva, 29, was heavily linked with a move to the Catalan giants in 2022 and last summer.Joao Felix, right, believes he has convinced Bernardo Silva, left, to join BarcelonaCredit: GettySilva’s stats in the Premier League so far this seasonIn August, he seemingly quashed any talk of a departure by signing a new deal to keep him at the Etihad until 2026.But Barcelona forward Felix, 24, has now reignited that talk by claiming he has spoken to Silva who has been asking a lot of questions about the city.Speaking to Catalunya Radio, the former Chelsea loanee said: “I think I’ve convinced Bernardo Silva to join Barca, that’s all true. But it doesn’t depend on him right now.”He asked me about places to live, places to eat, safety… everything.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”If he comes, Barca will be delighted with Bernardo.”Silva joined Man City from Monaco in a deal worth £43million back in 2017.He has been one of Pep Guardiola’s most successful signings, racking up 345 appearances, 64 goals and 63 assists.The Portuguese playmaker has won five Premier League titles, two FA Cups, four League Cups, the Champions League and Club World Cup.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHow the title run-ins compareIt’s going to go right down to the wire with just one point separating the top three – but how do Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City’s run-ins compare?
      ARSENAL: Aston Villa (H), Wolves (A) Chelsea (H), Spurs (A), Bournemouth (H), Man Utd (A) and Everton (H)
      LIVERPOOL: Crystal Palace (H), Fulham (A), Everton (A), West Ham (A), Tottenham (H), Aston Villa (A), Wolves (H)
      MAN CITY: Luton (H), Brighton (A), Nottingham Forest (A), Wolves (H), Fulham (A), West Ham (H) and Tottenham (A TBC)

      On a personal level, he was also named in the PFA Team of the Year in 2019 and 2022, while he made the Champions League Team of the Season following Man City’s triumph last season.Barcelona sit eight points adrift of Real Madrid at the top of the LaLiga table with just eight games remaining.Watch Bernardo Silva change mind on Premier League title race after Sky Sports reporter corrects him mid-interview But they are into the quarter-finals of the Champions League and will travel to Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their tie on Wednesday.Manager Xavi has confirmed he is leaving at the end of the season, with his replacement yet to be confirmed.Hansi Flick, Mikel Arteta and Roberto De Zerbi are among the frontrunners, according to the bookies. More

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      Ex-Chelsea wonderkid who has Sean Dyche on his shinpads rips up Derby contract to make Iceland transfer

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      FORMER Chelsea wonderkid George Nunn has ripped up his Derby contract for a move to Iceland.The 22-year-old striker, who hilariously pays tribute to Everton boss Sean Dyche on his SHINPADS, spent four years in Chelsea’s academy after leaving boyhood club Crewe Alexandra in 2018.George Nunn has left Derby County to sign for Icelandic side HK KopavogsCredit: Instagram @george.nunnNunn failed to make a senior appearance in four years at ChelseaCredit: GettyThe Blues paid £300,000 in compensation after watching Nunn bang in a hat-trick against rivals Tottenham.But the forward failed to make a senior appearance at Stamford Bridge.And just two years after signing a pro deal, he joined Derby County in 2022.Nunn then spent time on loan at several clubs including Mickleover, Cheshunt and Braintree Town.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHis most recent switch saw him spend the first half of the current season at Barwell.But after returning to Derby in January, Nunn has now departed the UK entirely after terminating his Rams deal on Monday.Just like at Chelsea, he failed to make a single senior appearance for Derby.And Nunn is now looking to rebuild his career in Iceland with HK Kopavogs.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERNunn will be hoping for luck from his Sean Dyche shinpadsCredit: Instagram @george.nunnThey currently play in the country’s top tier, having suffered several relegations to the second and even the third tier in the last 15 years.Nunn will become just the third foreign player in their squad after Belgian Marciano Aziz and Syrian Ahmad Faqa.And he will be hoping his Dyche shinpads inspire him to glory in his new home.Nunn’s protective pads feature a hilarious image of the Everton boss.The picture also shows Dyche saying: “What I expect is maximum effort.”And Nunn revealed in 2018 that he wears them as Dyche looks just like his DAD.Nunn said: “My dad was never really big on football but he does look like Sean Dyche, which has become a bit of a long-standing joke between us.”He even started sending pictures of him to me before every game as a sort of good luck message, which I know sounds a bit weird.READ MORE SUN STORIES”My phone would go off in the changing room at Crewe and it would be a picture of Sean Dyche.”Now, instead of him messaging me all the time, I have Dyche’s face on my shin pads!” More