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      Forgotten Tottenham star lined up for transfer exit as club want DOUBLE what they paid despite him playing just 244 mins

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      ITALIAN side Napoli want to sign Spurs’ forgotten centre-half Radu Dragusin.The Serie A club were after the Romanian defender, 22, before his £21.5million move to Tottenham in the January window and will try again.Napoli want to sign Radu DragusinCredit: GettySpurs do not want to sell yet but would ask as much as £40m.He is concerned about his future and Napoli would appeal as they could offer first-team football.Dragusin has played just 244 minutes for Spurs since his January move, with Mickey van de Ven and Cristian Romero ahead of him in the pecking order.That has led his agent Florin Manea to criticise Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou, suggesting Dragusin could solve their defensive woes.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe said: “The coach said many times he does not want to play with a three-man defence, evidently he knows best.“But Tottenham concede a ton of goals. Playing with three gives more security.“I also think Tottenham concede a lot of goals from set plays, so Dragusin would be very helpful due to his power in the air.“He used to win all the headers at Genoa.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSDragusin’s agent then went one further by warning he might have to find a new club for the defender if he is not given game time.Manea continued: “I can say that if Postecoglou told Dragusin that he is only considered an alternative to the other centre-backs, then he would not stay just to sit on the bench.“If he doesn’t play, then we have to think about other solutions.”’Come on mate, want me to write you a dossier’ – Postecoglou fumes in live TV interview when asked about Tottenham loss More

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      Kylian Mbappe’s staggering pay cut revealed with star expected to join Real Madrid after announcing PSG exit

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      KYLIAN MBAPPE will allegedly take a huge pay-cut at Real Madrid.The 25-year-old will leave Paris Saint-Germain on a free transfer next month when his contract expires.Kylian Mbappe is set for a huge pay decrease when he joins Real MadridCredit: AFPThe star announced his PSG exit in a video on FridayCredit: AFPArsenal and Liverpool have both been linked with a summer swoop to try and bring him to the Premier League.However, it is Real Madrid that have won the race to sign Mbappe after chasing him for years.The French forward is believed to have signed a five-year deal that will keep him at the Bernabeu until June 2029.Now AS are claiming that Mbappe’s salary will be vastly reduced despite him being one of the top earners at the Bernabeu.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe star is coming to the end of a two-year deal at PSG that netted him a whopping £5.1million per week.But this latest report in the Spanish media states that Mbappe’s new contract will be almost two-thirds less than what he is currently on.However, he will still receive a handsome salary.It claims that Mbappe will pocket £21m-a-year – which equates to £404,000-a-week.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd that will make him Madrid’s best-paid player.Confirming his exit in a video message after seven years yesterday, Mbappe said: “It’s hard, and I never thought it would be this difficult to announce that I will leave my country.Real Madrid-bound Mbappe storms out of interview after PSG star is asked if he will support Los Blancos against Bayern “France, the Ligue 1, a league I have always known. “But I think I needed this, a new challenge after seven years. It’s difficult and of course there are some people I want to thank above all. These are the fans.“I know I’m not the most demonstrative player. I haven’t always lived up to you for seven years. I have always wanted to be effective.“PSG is a club that never leaves anyone indifferent. We can love it or hate it.“I made the choice of loving it and I did it for seven years, with ups and downs of course. But I do not have any regrets at any moment signing with this prestigious club.“It’s a club that I will keep in my memory my entire life. I will tell everybody my whole life I had the chance to play.”Mbappe will bid farewell to Parc des Princes later today in his final home match when they take on Toulouse.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe already-crowned Ligue 1 champions then travel to Nice on Wednesday before facing Metz in their final top-flight match next Sunday.PSG then take on Lyon on Saturday 25 May in the French Cup Final. More

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      Saudi side Al-Hilal plan shock transfer swoop for Tottenham star who could have already played final game for the club

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      AL-HILAL are reportedly planning a shock transfer swoop for Richarlison.The Saudi side were previously linked with the Tottenham forward back in January.Al-Hilal are planning a summer transfer swoop for RicharlisonCredit: EPAAnge Postecoglou is planning to overhaul his Tottenham squad for next seasonCredit: EPARicharlison may have already played his final match for the club as Ange Postecoglou plans a summer overhaul of his squad.The Brazilian is not expected to play again this season due to a calf injury.He was left out of Brazil’s squad for the Copa America as a result of the setback.According to the Daily Mail, Richarlison could secure a move away from North London this summer.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAl-Hilal are planning a move after previously making enquiries in January following Neymar’s season-ending knee injury.They are yet to make a formal approach, though, but are confident a deal can be completed, the report adds.Richarlison’s calf injury follows knee and groin issues earlier this season which have caused him to miss almost two months of the campaign already.The 27-year-old is now unlikely to feature in Spurs’ final three matches this term.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSPostecoglou’s side face clashes against Burnley, Manchester City and Sheffield United as they look to keep their feint top four hopes alive.Spurs currently trail Aston Villa by seven points in the race to secure the final Champions League berth.The Sun’s Sandra Brobbey and Emillia Hawkins preview the Women’s FA Cup final between Man United and TottenhamRicharlison, who signed for Spurs from Everton in 2022, has three years remaining on his current contract.The forward has scored 11 goals and provided four assists in 28 league appearances this term.Club captain Son Heung-min is the only player to score more for the club during Postecoglou’s first season in charge.Richarlison’s tally includes a goal and assist off the bench in last weekend’s defeat at Liverpool. More

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      Chelsea complete first sale of summer transfer window as forgotten £37m star moves to Euro giants

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      CHELSEA have reportedly completed their first sale of the summer.The Blues are looking to offload players in order to help them meet Premier League’s Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR). Hakim Ziyech is reportedly joining Galatasaray permanently from ChelseaCredit: GettyNow Fabrizio Romano claims that they have agreed the permanent exit of Hakim Ziyech.The Moroccan winger, 31, joined Galatasaray on a season long loan last summer.Now he is set to stay there long-term, according to the journalist.Romano posted on X: “Hakim Ziyech will not return to Chelsea as he’s staying to Galatasaray on permanent move.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL“Obligation to buy clause, triggered and signed as Chelsea already sent letter to Gala confirming the agreement.”Speculation mounted in January that Galatasaray were contemplating terminating Ziyech’s loan early due to injury problems.However, his form in the second half of the campaign seems to have persuaded them to turn it into a long-term deal.Ziyech has scored eight goals in 21 appearances this season. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSIt remains unclear what transfer fee the English side will receive for the attacker.Chelsea forked out £34m to sign Ziyech from Ajax back in 2020.Ashley Cole picks his all-time team-mates XI… but does it boast more Arsenal or Chelsea stars?The star lifted the Champions League, Uefa Super Cup and Fifa Club World Cup in the first 18 months of his arrival at Stamford Bridge but he struggled to impress.After just six goals in 64 Premier League appearances, he was allowed to head to Turkey last summer.And he has shone for Gala in the top-flight, scoring six times in 16 outings.Ziyech and his Galatasaray team-mates are aiming to complete the double over the next few weeks.They are currently top of the Turkish Super Lig, six points clear of second-placed Fenerbahce.There are three games left of the season, including a crucial clash between the top two on May 19.READ MORE SUN STORIESGalatasaray were also declared Turkish Super Cup winners earlier this season after Fenerbahce forfeited the clash.Their rivals fielded an U19 team and then walked off the pitch after two minutes.Boehly’s impressively bad Chelsea jobBy Andy Dillon
      IT IS small beer to billionaires like Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali.Understandably, the price of a pint at Chelsea, the cost of a coach to Bramall Lane or admission to a youth game won’t even register in the big men’s bank balances.But when you run an English football club, even if you don’t know what’s of value to the fans, you should make sure there are people nearby that do.Boehly and his sidekick are clearly failing in this regard and have scored an own goal just as spectacular as that from defender Axel Disasi against Leicester on Sunday.The letter from Chelsea Supporters’ Trust to the chairman and his co-owner  was not your usual fed-up fan rant.It may have been a devastating four-page assassination job on Boehly and Eghbali’s entire regime.But did you notice how little griping was aimed at some of the abject football played by a massively overpriced and underachieving bunch of players?What two hard-nosed American financiers make of being warned about the “irreversible toxicity, almost  irrespective of results on the pitch” in a withering assault on their ability to run a Premier League club would be a joy to know. Way to go, boys.It takes some doing to p*** off the normally mild-mannered CST, an elected group of diehards ranging from mid-20s to retirement age and made up of largely professional people.Not the kind of Chelsea fans who push black men off Paris Metro trains.To them and many others who devote themselves to the pursuit of Chelsea FC, it is not all about silverware — contrary to outside perception.There are some at Stamford Bridge with a sense of entitlement after so many years of winning trophies. But to most, it is a cult, a religion, a devotion. It’s about belonging and feeling part of it. Like at other clubs, win or lose.The  price of a pint, a hot dog, a matchday programme, a season ticket or away travel may seem insignificant to those spending £1billion on a development squad.But it means a lot to the fans who were there before and will be there long after Boehly and his pals from Clearlake Capital have cleared off.And they don’t take kindly to being blanked either. The owners of Chelsea have predictably missed the point when it comes to the fan base. Next month’s game at Sheffield United is on Sunday, April 7.Kick-off is at 5.30pm because of the city’s half-marathon earlier that day. There is also a train strike.Yet the away end at Bramall Lane will be full. Just like it was on Christmas Eve at Wolves.A friend paid £600 on the black  market for two tickets to see Chelsea the day before New Year’s Eve. He still hasn’t told his missus the true cost.He was at Middlesbrough when a pathetic Chelsea lost 1-0 in a  midweek  Carabao Cup semi-final.Chelsea have been awful most of this season and last. Yet my friend will still go. So will thousands of others who just want to feel part of the team, even a losing one. The perceived lack of communication from the owners is seen as a rejection of worth.The CST points to a disconnect between club and supporters not seen since the early 1980s.That was when then chairman Ken Bates tried to electrify the fences  surrounding the pitch to thwart the hooligans in The Shed.With crowd numbers on the slide at Stamford Bridge as a result of Boehly and Behdad’s detached, lofty air, they may have to do the same again — only now to keep the fans in. More

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      PSG ‘lining up mega-money replacement for Kylian Mbappe’.. and it’s bad news for Man Utd, Arsenal and Chelsea

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN have identified their priority target to replace departing superstar Kylian Mbappe in the summer.Mbappe, 25, will be leaving PSG at the end of the season after seven years at Parc des Princes and is expected to join Real Madrid.Paris Saint-Germain have found their top target to replace Kylian MbappeCredit: GettyPSG have prioritised Napoli star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and talks have been heldCredit: RexAccording to RMC Sport, the Parisians are now prioritising Napoli star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia as the star forward’s replacement.And this poses as a major transfer blow for Chelsea, Arsenal as well as Manchester United who are also eyeing Kvaratskhelia.PSG boss Luis Enrique sees the winger as the perfect candidate to fill in for Mbappe down the left wing and discussions have already taken place.Club chiefs have travelled to Italy to meet the Georgia international’s camp.Read More on FootballThe negotiations have been described as “positive” and Kvaratskhelia was left “enthusiastic”. However, there has been no agreement between the two sides and PSG will have to splash a significant sum for the Georgian’s signature.Napoli are notoriously tough negotiators who slap a hefty fee on their top stars, such as Victor Osimhen, and are not known to budge.Kvaratskhelia has set the world alight during his two-year stint with the Partenopei.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe forward led the Serie A giants to their first Scudetto in 33 years during his maiden campaign.He now counts a total of 24 goals and 26 assists in 85 appearances across all competitions.Thierry Henry slammed for ’embarrassing take’ on Kylian Mbappe after PSG defeated in Champions League semi-finalBarcelona are also keeping tabs but Kvaratskhelia’s father Badri recently dealt all of his suitors a major blow as he suggested his son wants to stay at Napoli where he has a contract until 2027. More

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      Jordan Henderson faces THIRD transfer in a year with Ajax future in doubt as struggling club set to miss huge windfall

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      JORDAN HENDERSON’S future at Ajax is in doubt with the club needing to cut costs, according to reports.The former Liverpool captain joined the Dutch giants in January after a nightmare six months at Al-Ettifaq in Saudi Arabia.Jordan Henderson could leave Ajax this summerCredit: GettyHenderson arrived as a free agent but is among the club highest earners.The England star was on a supposed £350,000-a-week in the Middle East – before accepting a pay cut down to £85,000-a-week to seal his move to Ajax.But with the Amsterdam-based side in danger of not qualifying for next season’s European competitions, the club may have to balance the books by offloading Henderson.Ajax currently sit fifth in the Eredivisie table, meaning they could make the Europa League qualifying rounds or the Conference League.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut teams in the Champions League will see an extra £372million in prize money given out to the 36 sides in the group stages.Ajax missing out on this windfall could force the club into selling key players.Henderson and ex-Premier League star Steven Bergwijn could depart, according to The Athletic.And should the central midfielder leave before July 27, it would be his third transfer in a year.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAjax are set for a busy summer as they remain in the hunt for a new manager.Current boss John van’t Schip is stepping down at the end of the season.‘What does Jordan Henderson have on Gareth Southgate?’ ask fans as England’s final squad before Euro 2024 named Former Chelsea boss Graham Potter has held talks over replacing him – but he has rejected the offer.Meanwhile, under-fire Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has been linked with a return to his former side should he be axed by Sir Jim Ratcliffe. More

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      Darwin Nunez’s agent Jorge Mendes ‘wants star to QUIT Liverpool and leaks asking price with Barcelona keen on transfer’

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      DARWIN NUNEZ’S agent Jorge Mendes has reportedly leaked Liverpool’s asking price as he pushes for a move to Barcelona.SunSport exclusively revealed last week that the Catalans are eyeing a shock move for Nunez to replace Robert Lewandowski.Darwin Nunez has struggled to take his chances this seasonCredit: PRESS ASSOCIATIONAnd the Uruguayan fuelled speculation when he deleted all Liverpool-related posts from his Instagram.He was then spotted in Barcelona on a day off from training this week.And, according to reports in Spain, Nunez’s agent Jorge Mendes is now pushing for a deal to happen.Mas Que Pelotas (via Sport) say that super agent Mendes hopes Barca would get the best out of the misfiring frontman.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd it is claimed he has even told the Spanish giants that Liverpool will accept an offer of £73million.And cash-strapped Barca believe they could afford that fee is they manage to offload their big earners in the summer.Barca’s salary cap has been slashed to just over £174million by LaLiga, meaning they will have to offload higher-paid to press on with a planned rebuild.With wages that will rocket to £27m next season, Lewandowski is the biggest earner of all — and almost certain to be sacrificed.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSNunez is among the best paid at Liverpool but he is on about a quarter of the Polish forward’s money, which puts him well within Barcelona’s range.The Uruguay hitman is the Reds’ record buy, costing £85m from Benfica two years ago, with a contract running to 2028.Ex-Liverpool star reveals ‘horrendous’ Rafa Benitez cost him £200k with ‘absolute disgrace’ Champions League final callBut Anfield top brass are aware of handing incoming boss Arne Slot a decent summer kitty.Nunez has made 95 appearances for Liverpool, scoring 33 goals and registering 17 assists.But he has struggled this season, scoring only 11 goals in 34 Premier League appearances.The striker has lacked a clinical edge, with no player in Europe’s top five leagues missing more big chances.Slot snubbed Spurs, hates defending and has a PASS named after himBy Dan King
      LIVERPOOL managerial target Arne Slot was a good enough player to have a type of pass named after him.
      But it is as a manager that the Feyenoord head coach is really making his mark.
      Like another bald Dutchman, Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag, Slot earned his stripes bossing smaller sides before being given a chance at one of the Netherlands’ big three.
      But the question Liverpool are pondering is whether Slot would make a better fist of running one of the biggest clubs in the world than Ten Hag so far has at Old Trafford.
      Slot, 45, was certainly easier on the eye as a player than centre back Ten Hag.
      “The Arne Slot Ball” was something he perfected as a silky No 10 – a back-to-goal, first-time, 180-degree spin and flick behind the defensive line for a winger to run on to deep in the opposition half.
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      Man City snap up US wonderkid Cavan Sullivan, 14, in £4million transfer – but he won’t play for FOUR YEARS

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      US STARLET Cavan Sullivan will join Manchester City in 2027 when he turns 18.Philadelphia Union confirmed on Thursday that they have signed the 14-year-old attacking midfielder to the largest homegrown contract in MLS history.MLS prodigy Cavan Sullivan has agreed to join Man City in 2027Credit: ReutersSo he will spend the next few years at home before linking up with the City Football Group – and says his dream is to play for the Etihad giants.Reports in the States say the deal with City could be worth around £4million for the Union.Sullivan said: “The collaboration between the Union and the City Group did it for me.“I always watch Man City. They’re like every kid’s dream team. I sat with my family and my agents and we decided that it was the best plan.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIf he plays for Philadelphia before the end of July, he will become the youngest player in the history of the American league.Meanwhile City could listen to offers this summer for Brazilian full-back Yan Couto – who has impressed on loan with their sister club Girona.Bayer Leverkusen, Juventus and several Prem clubs are watching the full-back who is rated in the £40m bracket.City are also likely to cash in on defender Issa Kabore who has spent the current campaign playing in the top flight with Luton.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd Joao Cancelo looks set to leave permanently too.The full-back has been on loan at Barcelona this season after being frozen out by Pep Guardiola.Arsenal fans in disbelief and fume ‘it’s over for us’ as they spot how Fulham stars are training ahead of Man City clashBut reports in Spain claim the Catalan club have no intention of bringing Cancelo back for a second season.It comes after the Portugal star blasted City for being “ungrateful”, saying: “Lies were told. I was never a bad companion for them and you can ask either (Nathan) Ake or Rico (Lewis).“I don’t have any superiority or inferiority complex towards them.“I think Manchester City were a bit ungrateful to me when they said that because I was a very important player in the years I was there. I never failed in my commitment to the club, to the fans. I always gave everything.” More