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      Man Utd transfer blow as Southampton boss Ralph Hasenhuttl rules out selling Red Devils target James Ward-Prowse

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      RALPH HASENHUTTL has dealt Manchester United a huge blow by saying Southampton midfielder James Ward-Prowse is not for sale.The Saints captain, 27, has been in terrific form this season and Hasenhuttl believes he is an “exceptional” player.
      Ralph Hasenhuttl is refusing to let James Ward-Prowse leave this summerCredit: AFP
      United have been heavily linked with a move for the £75million-rated set-piece king in the past few months with Newcastle and Tottenham are also said to be interested.
      And Ward-Prowse’s contract situation means Southampton can play hardball.
      Hasenhuttl said: “He has another four years on his contract, he’s our captain and he’s happy here.
      “Fans love him and we know how important he is to our team. The development of his game is why he’s a true winner.
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      “I think he’s very exceptional. I haven’t seen any players similar.”
      United are in the market for a midfielder having targeted Leeds’ Kalvin Phillips and Wolves ace Ruben Neves as well as Ward-Prowse.
      That is a big blow to United and incoming boss Erik ten Hag, who is believed to be a fan of the England international.
      Ward-Prowse’s set-pieces would be a massive advantage to any team that signed him.
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      He could cost around half of another target, Declan Rice, who is valued at £150m by West Ham.
      But United could face a transfer battle with rivals Manchester City – Guardiola is also said to admire Ward-Prowse’s set-pieces. More

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      West Ham planning transfer for Chelsea striker Armando Broja in summer after impressive Southampton loan

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      WEST HAM are planning a move for Chelsea striker Armando Broja this summer following his loan spell at Southampton.The Hammers are in desperate need of a centre-forward and explored a deal for Broja, 20, during the January window but could not make it happen.
      Broja tormented Moyes’ men in all three games he faced them this seasonCredit: REX FEATURES
      David Moyes and his players have been impressed by the Albanian ace during his three appearances against them this season.
      Broja tormented the West Ham defenders in both Premier League games this season and scored a stunning solo goal as the Saints knocked Moyes’ side out of the FA Cup in March.
      Southampton boss Ralph Hasenhuttl has been critical of the Chelsea loanee in recent weeks but is hoping to keep him at St Mary’s next season after nine goals in all competitions this term.
      The Saints also discussed a permanent deal in January – but pushed any move until the summer before sanctions put a stop on any Chelsea sales.
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      No transfers can happen before Chelsea’s ownership crisis is solved but, once resolved, SunSport understands that the Saints could quickly tie up a deal if they are willing to offer Broja similar wages to team-mates Che Adams and Adam Armstrong.
      But the Hammers are set to rival Southampton and could win the tussle with the offer of European football.
      Arsenal and Borussia Dortmund have also registered an interest in the past.
      Moyes has made it clear he wants to add quality to his squad this summer to ensure they can continue to compete with the big six.
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      Michail Antonio, 32, is West Ham’s only senior striker and has scored just three goals in 2022, with Moyes keen to provide serious competition for the forward after a frustrating few months.
      The former Manchester United boss also wants to bring in a central midfielder and two centre-backs while they are exploring an upgrade on left-back Aaron Cresswell.
      Mark Noble will retire at the end of the season, Alex Kral will return to Spartak Moscow and Andriy Yarmolenko is set to depart while Issa Diop could be sold. More

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      Forlan URGES Nunez to join Man Utd, Red Devils ‘submit offer’ for Dembele, Ronaldo EXCLUSIVE – latest updates

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      FORMER Manchester United forward Diego Forlan has urged fellow compatriot Darwin Nunez to join the Red Devils this summer.Nunez, 22, has been in red hot form for Benfica all season with a lot of the top European clubs chasing his signature.
      Meanwhile, United have reportedly submitted an offer for Barcelona attacker Ousmane Dembele.
      And Cristiano Ronaldo has added to the speculation of his time at Old Trafford coming to an end.
      The Portuguese icon appeared to mouth the words “I’m not finished yet” during a post-lap of honour on the weekend.
      But the five-time Ballon d’Or winner has claimed that this was not what he said.
      Ronaldo signed for two years when he returned this season with the option of a further year.
      Much will come down to what incoming boss Erik Ten Hag’s plans are but he has yet to communicate what he wants to do about the Portuguese ace.
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      RB Leipzig star Christopher Nkunku wants to leave the Bundesliga club this summer amid interest from the Premier League.
      That is according to L’Equipe, who report that Nkunku believes the time is now to quit Leipzig with Manchester United, Manchester City and Newcastle all keeping tabs.
      But the Prem giants are not the only ones chasing the attacking midfielder as AC Milan, Bayern Munich and former club Paris Saint-Germain are also eyeing him.
      The France international has stood out this season with a staggering 31 goals and 20 assists in 48 appearances across all competitions.
      Transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio recently stated a Premier League move is likelier for the 24-year-old ace.
      However, Leipzig are not keen to sell Nkunku ahead of the summer transfer window
      Credit: Getty
      Dybala mobbed by Juve pleas
      Man United transfer target Paulo Dybala has been urged not to join Inter Milan by Juventus fans.
      Dybala was signing autographs ahead of Juve training when fans bombarded him with pleas of: “Please don’t join Inter,” and, “Why are you going to Inter?,” Football Italia reported.
      The hot-shot striker simply smiled but didn’t respond to the demands of the Juve supporters.
      Darwin Nunez plea
      Benfica ace Darwin Nunez has been urged to join Man United instead of Arsenal by Red Devils legend Diego Forlan.
      Forlan told Breaking The Lines: “I think that he is a very good player, a good kid who is doing really well at Benfica and is enjoying a strong season.
      “It is not just the Portuguese league where he is doing well but in the Champions League too, where he scored six goals this season and helped take Benfica to the quarter-finals.
      “He is a player who has a lot of potential and he could fit in at Manchester United. But obviously, everyone needs to have patience, although he is getting better with more and more experience.
      “He would not be a bad signing for Manchester United and it would be nice to see him there.
      “It is a club that gives you time, that makes you feel comfortable and as if you are in a familiar place, very cosy and nice. It would be spectacular having him playing for Manchester United.”
      Brazilian favourite David Beckham
      David Beckham was at the centre of a tug of war between Spanish and Brazilian stars when he joined Real Madrid.
      That’s according to Beckahm’s ex-Madrid pal and Brazil legend Robinho.
      In April 2020, he spoke of the chemistry in the team and his ex team-mate Beckham, who owns MLS side Inter Miami, saying: ”When Madrid came, I saw that they had a large Brazilian presence in the team and they had Vanderlei Luxemburgo as their coach at the time.
      ”So, why go to Barcelona? There was a great harmony among the Brazilians in the squad. Beckham was always with the Brazilians. He was part of our group.
      ”The Spaniards were jealous because he spoke more Portuguese than Spanish, so he ended up spending more time with us.”
      ‘European qualification is important’
      It’s imperative for Man United to be in the Champions League next season.
      That’s the opinion of former Man United ace Jaap Stam.
      He said to the club’s media: “I think it’s good to have European football,” Jaap told club media earlier this week, ahead of the 3-0 win over Brentford.
      “I think it’s always good to show yourself on a European platform and show what you can do and how you’re performing and if you’re making progress or not.
      “At the end of the day, it’s always nice to win trophies. Your colleagues and a lot of people are asking me how long it will take for United to win trophies.
      “It doesn’t need to be long and if you can take part in one, like a European cup, and if you can win one, then I still think you’ve done a great job for next season, if you can do that.”
      No thanks James Ward-Prowse
      Paul Parker doubts James Ward-Prowse is the man to fix Man United’s midfield issues.
      Parker told MyBettingSites: “I think he’s another name that’s been mentioned because he played well last weekend and made a difference for Southampton to come from behind.”
      “Is he what the United fans are looking for? I personally don’t think so.”
      “He’s not the kind of a midfield player that they are looking for or they would like to see.”
      Ten Hag success predicted
      Phil Neville reckons Erik ten Hag can bring success back to Man United in under two years.
      Neville said: “There obviously needs to be big changes at the whole of the club.
      “But what I would say is that it can change very quickly. I’ve heard people say five or six years…it can change within 12 to 18 months.
      “If you pick the right manager, have the right players and get the structure around the club, that can change very quickly. All it can take is two or three new signings, gain some confidence, gain some momentum.
      “You look how quickly it took Jurgen Klopp to turn it around at Liverpool – two, three seasons.
      “United need to act fast now, they’ve got a brilliant young manager and now he needs backing and he needs time. And I think at this moment in time United will give him that.”
      Maguire’s back in training
      Hary Maguire is back in training for Man United.
      Maguire, 29, has had a persistent knee issue that has kept him out of action recently.
      But the defender was all smiles as he trained with his United pals.
      Credit: Getty
      Antonio Valencia’s Man United return
      Man United have confirmed Antonio Valencia will return to the club to compete against Liverpool in a legends match.
      Speaking on his return in the Legends of the North match, Valencia told United’s media: “My time at Manchester United gave me some of the fondest memories of my career.
      “I was involved in great teams that won many trophies and it will be fantastic to see some of my former team-mates again for this special match.
      “It’ll also be a chance for me to thank the fans who always supported me through the good and bad times in my career. I’m so excited to come back.”
      Rio trolls QPR
      Rio Ferdinand trolled Queens Park Rangers after Real Madrid knocked Manchester City out of the Champions League semi-finals.
      The Manchester United legend was on punditry duty for BT Sport at the Bernabeu.
      He was part of the BT team chatting pitchside after the game as some of the Madrid squad’s children ran around on the pitch playing.
      But Ferdinand admitted his kids have no recollection of his glory days at Old Trafford.
      He revealed: “The unfortunate thing is my kids only remember when I was at QPR.”
      Elanga’s tips for United youngsters
      Anthony Elanga has revealed Man United’s youngsters can always come to him for advice although he’s only 20.
      Elanga told United’s media: “I always like to speak and give advice to anyone, even though I’m still young myself.
      “Even though I’m 20 now, I’m willing to ask for advice and I’m willing to give advice as well. That’s the sort of person I am.”
      All El to break loose
      Anthony Elanga has been tipped to have a great upcoming season under the tutelage of Cristiano Ronaldo.
      That’s the opinion of former Man United star Quinton Fortune who made the prediction to Ladbrokes.
      Fortune said: “I’m expecting Anthony Elanga to kick on next season. He’s got unbelievable pace; there aren’t many in the league who can keep up with him when he gets going.
      “He’s a great kid, he’s so humble, and for a coach I’d say he’s a perfect student. I just think he’s going to get better and better because he’s got that mindset.
      “He just wants to learn, and who better to learn from than the greatest ever: Cristiano Ronaldo?”
      Ronaldo and Ten Hag discussed
      The issues Cristiano Ronaldo and Erik ten Hag may have been deetailed by Gabby Agbonlahor.
      Agbonlahor told Football Insider: “I don’t think Ronaldo being there is going to be a problem.
      ‘What’s going to be a problem is Ten Hag is going to come in and say to Ronaldo.
      “I want you to stay but I’m going to play you in the games I want you to play in, I’m going to bring you off when I want to bring you off.
      “I want to choose a team to win a game and you might not be starting that game. If you show dissent walking off the pitch, I’m not going to play you.”
      ‘Lingard’s the architect of downfall’
      Jesse Lingard has only got himself to blame for his career decline at Man United.
      That’s the opinion of talkSPORT host Simon Jordan who compared Lingard’s demise to former Arsenal star Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang who went on to shine at Barcelona.
      Jordan said: “Jesse Lingard is the architect of his own downfall. He has reaped precisely what he has sown, and it’s not just with Ralf Rangnick, it was with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer too.
      “We can all go somewhere for five minutes. [Pierre-Emerick] Aubameyang has been at Barcelona for five minutes, and he will revert to type.
      “We all knew he would do that for five minutes and when he comes back down to reality and not proving the point, he’ll be back being late to training and doing precisely what he wants.
      “Now, Jesse Lingard is in the situation where he could have left Manchester United whenever he wanted, it’s only his performances that have dictated him not being in the side.”
      Agbonlahor’s Champions League support shock
      Gabby Agbonlahor spoke of his shock after witnessing English fans celebrating Man City’s Champions League demise against Real Madrid.
      And Man United supporters were among the culprits, Agbonlahor revealed.
      The retired striker said on talkSPORT: “Whenever Real Madrid scored, 99 per cent of the bar, there could have been about 1000 people in the bar, jumping up and celebrating for Real Madrid which baffles me.
      “I spoke to a couple of them around me who said to me ‘why are you not celebrating?’ and I said ‘I’m supporting the English team’.
      “There were a few Man United fans, Chelsea, other teams, but it really disappointed me, strange because you want to support the English teams and get an all English final, it was strange for me to see that.”
      Cavani set for Europe stay
      Edinson Cavani is eager to stay in Europe when he leaves Man United this summer.
      There had been reports that the Uruguayan might be returning to his native South America.
      But that’s been ruled out by his brother and agent Walter Guglielmone.
      He told El País: “At the moment that is not true… Everything is dynamic. The priority is to continue in Europe.”
      Ronaldo’s shock omission from list
      Cristiano Ronaldo was left out of Arsene Wenger’s list of best strikers over 30.
      Karim Benzema, Robert Lewandowski, and Zlatan Ibrahimovic were all heralded as the game’s best forwards – but there was no sign of Ronaldo on Wenger’s list.
      Wenger said to BeIN Sports: “Lewandowski, Benzema, Ibrahimovic, all these players score goals at 40 or 35.
      “The best strikers in Europe are all over 30-years-old because they use every mistake of the opponent.
      “I would say Benzema until 30, I think he had two or three kilos too many. Now he’s a real athlete, and that’s why today certainly he is one of the two or three best strikers in the world.”
      Man United legend’s claims
      Man United legend Peter Schmeichel claims Real Madrid have no right to be in the Champions League final.
      The Denmark legend said on CBS Sport post-match: “The first chance was the first goal in the 90th minute, the second goal was the second chance and the third goal was the third time they hit the target.
      “Real Madrid have got no right to be in that final. They were the poorest team by a mile over the two games.”
      Man United sign eight-year-old
      Man United have added an eight-year-old boy to the club’s ranks.
      The latest addition to United’s academy programme is schoolboy Jack Maguire, the Yorkshire Post reported.
      The report states the Red Devils scouted Jack when he was just five.
      And after wowing scouts with his talents, the Halifax-born youngster started playing with United’s pre-academy.
      Phil Nevilles slams Man United
      Phil Neville has slammed Man United for not giving David Moyes more time as club boss after he took over from Sir Alex Ferguson.
      He said to Sky Sports: “Ten months at Manchester United in a difficult period when the greatest manager of all time had just left wasn’t enough.
      “Moyes had unbelievable plans to take the club forward in that summer. I’d say that was one of the biggest mistakes United made, not giving Moyes more time.
      “If you look back now, it was totally wrong the lack of time he was given, totally wrong,’ the former Manchester United defender and current Inter Miami boss told Sky Sports.
      “The lack of time, the lack of backing, the lack of investment that other managers have had…
      “That’s the biggest thing. When we both left the club, we both needed another season, we both deserved another season.”
      Man United’s elite defender
      Paul Parker claims Man United have the best defender in the Premier League in the form of Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
      But Parker urged the Red Devils to snap up Nottingham Forest starlet Djed Spence if they’re looking for variety.
      Parker said to BonusCodeBets: “Is Manchester United looking for a right-back? I think they are, maybe, looking for that, but I don’t really know enough about (Erik) ten Hag.
      “But if you are looking for a defender, a hundred per cent defender, Aaron Wan-Bissaka is the best in the league.
      “But if you are looking for a mix, then you might not be getting what you want with him.
      “So if you are looking for someone dynamic, he (Djed Spence) is the person to do it.”
      Lingard linked with Serie A
      Jesse Lingard is preparing to leave Manchester United amid “advanced” transfer talks with multiple clubs, according to reports.
      The Daily Mail claim that there is “no chance” of new gaffer Erik ten Hag persuading the winger to stay.
      Premier League rivals Newcastle are “in talks” with the England international, after failing to sign him in the January window.
      Serie A giants Juventus and AC Milan have also opened transfer discussions, as well as newly-crowned French champions PSG.
      Negotiations with two of the clubs are in an “advanced stage” and it was reported earlier this week that the Italian clubs were “leading the chase” .
      Moussa Diaby sparks Premier League interest
      A trio of Premier League clubs are reportedly preparing a swoop for Bayer Leverkusen winger Moussa Diaby.
      Sport Bild claims that Bayern Leverkusen want to keep their attacking star, but they will demand a fee of at least £63m should he depart.
      And he could be on his way to England with several Premier League teams circling.
      This latest report states that Arsenal have concrete interest in signing Diaby.
      Manchester United are also keen on him as are Eddie Howe’s Newcastle.
      However, that trio will face competition from Jose Mourinho’s Roma in Serie A.
      Take a Bow
      Man United aren’t in the race to sign Jarrod Bowen from West Ham.
      That’s according to Fabrizio Romano who said to CaughtOffside: “For now my understanding is that Man United are not in the race, despite some speculation elsewhere.
      “The Red Devils are not in the final player selection process until Erik ten Hag makes final decisions.”
      Rashford’s Man United future discussed
      Marcus Rashford is yet to decide his future with Man United and is waiting to speak to incoming boss Erik ten Hag before committing to the club.
      That’s the view of Fabrizio Romano who claims Rashford would like to stay at Old Trafford.
      He said to CaughtOffside: “Marcus Rashford has been considering his future since February, along with his agent. The player has not made a final decision and is waiting for a direct dialogue with Erik ten Hag before he can understand the next step.
      “Rashford’s priority is to remain at Man United only if he will have guarantees of game time, Marcus wants to be important for the club and hopes for the World Cup with England. Ten Hag will decide together with the player.
      “So far there have been no negotiations with any other clubs, but only an interest of Paris Saint-Germain for the last year. In the summer of 2021 he was on the list as a potential replacement in case of Kylian Mbappe leaving for a transfer to Real Madrid.”
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      Boehly closes in on Chelsea deal, Ratcliffe still wants to buy Blues, Tuchel ‘open’ to Lukaku sale – latest

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      SIR JIM RATCLIFFE is not giving up on his Chelsea bid without a fight and has begged the club to consider his offer.The British petrochemicals mogul, 69, has vowed to improve Stamford Bridge as it exists rather than build a new stadium as Roman Abramovich had planned to.
      Boehly has reportedly been named as the preferred bidder for Chelsea despite a last-gasp £4billion bid from Ratcliffe.
      And Boehly’s team were told they had been granted a “period of exclusivity” to discuss the final terms and conditions of a takeover package.
      However Russian Oligarch Roman Abramovich is reportedly “attempting to renege on his promise to write off a £1.6 billion debt”.
      This is despite the 55-year-old saying he would NOT be asking for any loans to be repaid when he put the club up for sale.
      Which could see any future deal between Boehly and the West London outfit fall through.
      Or in a worst case scenario, Chelsea could LOSE their Premier League status.
      Meanwhile, Blues boss Thomas Tuchel has claimed that Chelsea are stronger without Lukaku and is ‘open’ to selling the Belgian this summer.
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      Todd Boehly takeover reminder
      Los Angeles Dodgers owner Todd Boehly is “very close” to taking over at Chelsea with Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s late rival bid allegedly “not under consideration”.
      That is according to CBS Sports journalist Ben Jacobs,  who claims the US-based bank Raine, who are handling the takeover for departing owner Roman Abramovich, are not exploring any other “alternative options”.
      Jacobs tweeted: “Boehly-Clearlake takeover of Chelsea is now very close to completion. Raine sources tell me Wednesday talks were ‘highly productive and no alternative options are being explored’.
      “Sources within Boehly-Clearlake say they’ve remained ‘calm’ and are confident they will own”
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      Man of the Match
      Mason Mount has been Chelsea’s best performer this season, stats have revealed.
      The England star has received six Man of the Match awards, according to Who’s Scored.
      Behind Mount is Hakim Ziyech, Jorginho, and Reece James, who all have won the prize three times, the report added.
      Emerson Palmieri Chelsea return
      Emerson Palmieri will return to Chelsea this summer.
      The defender is on loan at Lyon but is set to jet back to London when the season ends.
      But his return to Stamford Bridge will be fleeting as Juventus are keen to sign him, according to TuttoSport.
      Tuchel ‘open to Lukaku sale’
      Thomas Tuchel reckons Chelsea are stronger without Romelu Lukaku in the side.
      The Blues are a more ‘potent force’ when Lukaku’s on the bench, according to ESPN.
      Which is why Tuchel’s open to offloading the Belgium international to spend the money on other areas that need strengthening, the report also claims.
      Dybala mobbed by Juve pleas
      Chelsea transfer target Paulo Dybala has been urged not to join Inter Milan by Juventus fans.
      Dybala was signing autographs ahead of Juve training when fans bombarded him with pleas of: “Please don’t join Inter,” and, “Why are you going to Inter?,” Football Italia reported.
      The hot-shot striker simply smiled but didn’t respond to the demands of the Juve supporters.
      Hak some of that
      Chelsea have been dealt a huge blow in their pursuit of PSG ace Achraf Hakimi.
      The Blues have been tracking the right-back for a while.
      But he’s got no intentions of leaving PSG anytime soon, according to his agent Alexandro Camano.
      Camano said, via Fabrizio Romano: “He’s happy there, we have 4 years left on our contract with PSG.
      “Achraf’s young and wants to continue growing at Paris Saint Germain.”
      Chelsea issued top-four warning
      Chelsea could lose their spot in the league to Arsenal.
      Chelsea are in third at the moment, but Gunners legend Michael Thomas reckons his former club can pip the Blues for the position.
      He said to CaughtOffside: “Chelsea are in a tough position because they had third wrapped up for so long that they took got too relaxed and now it’s looking very open again.
      “I do think they will still qualify for the Champions League, but as you can see, it can quite easily change at any game week.
      “As for Arsenal, they should just be looking to win all their remaining games and see where that leaves them.”
      Chelsea’s European might claims
      Chelsea have been named as one of the six clubs stronger than Juventus in Europe.
      That’s the opinion of Juve boss Max Allegri.
      Allegri told Football Italia: “Juventus have reached the Final twice in the last 10 years.
      “Of course, we have changed a lot and we can’t always obtain the same results.
      “I’ve said it many times. Six teams are much stronger than others: Real Madrid, PSG, Bayern Munich, Manchester City, Chelsea and Liverpool.”
      Boehly close to Chelsea takeover 
      Todd Boehly’s Chelsea takeover is reportedly “close” with Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s late rival bid allegedly “not under consideration”.
      CBS Sports journalist Ben Jacobs has offered a fresh update on Twitter – and it looks to be good news for the Stamford Bridge faithful.
      He wrote: “Boehly-Clearlake takeover of Chelsea is now very close to completion. Raine sources tell me Wednesday talks were ‘highly productive and no alternative options are being explored’.
      “Sources within Boehly-Clearlake say they’ve remained ‘calm’ and are confident they will own #CFC.”
      Havertz and Liverpool clash explained
      Liverpool star Harvey Elliot has opened up on his square-up with Kai Havertz in the Carabao Cup final.
      He said to Soccerbible about the incident: “To see Trent and Havertz square up… you’ve just got to back your teammates at the end of the day. You’re there and you fight with them.
      “That thing with Havertz was just the heat of the moment; emotions were high for both teams as we both wanted to win.
      “Then obviously the penalty shootout came and that’s when you let it all out.”
      Merson on Chelsea ownership
      Chelsea’s ownership situation needs to be resolved so the club can move on, according to Paul Merson.
      Merson told Sky Sports: “They’ve [Chelsea] got to sell the club before they do anything else. Until they sell the club, they can’t bring anyone in.
      “If you went and bought a house for £300,000 tomorrow it would take three months, now we’re talking about £4bn. It’s not going to be done quickly – it’s worrying really.
      “It needs to be done before the end of the season or they’re in danger of getting left behind.
      “They’ve got to bring players in, they’re behind Man City and Liverpool, we’ve seen that. They’ll want to bring players in and offload players.”
      Chelsea ownership plans
      Jim Ratcliffe claims owning Chelsea isn’t about making money – but to put the club on par with Europe’s finest.
      He added in his chat with the BBC: “We’re not interested in making money out of Chelsea. The investment in Chelsea is a long-term thing.
      “Can we run that club really well and turn it into one of the finest clubs in Europe?
      “I don’t think it has consistently been where you would put a Real Madrid, Barcelona or Bayern Munich.
      “It is a notch below Liverpool and Manchester City. It is about consistency.”
      Ratcliffe makes Boehly claim
      Jim Ratcliffe has tore rival Todd Boehly’s business plan to shreds.
      Ratfcliffe has emerged as a late opponent to Boehly’s bid to buy Chelsea, and the Brit has claimed to have found holes in the LA Dodgers owner’s stratergy.
      Ratcliffe explained to the BBC: “I spent quite a few years in the world of venture capital and private equity, which is where I partly learned my trade of buying businesses.
      “It’s a simple business: you persuade a pension fund or an insurance company to give you money, which you manage with the intention of increasing in value, and if you do that you get a share of the profits.
      “So your focus is always on, ‘How do I make that money grow?’, and it’s typically a five-year time horizon — and their [Boehly’s] main funder is private equity and venture capital.
      “In America, the big sports clubs won’t allow those people to come in and buy the clubs, but in the UK you can.”
      Court we can do it
      Ex-Chelsea star Thibaut Courtois reckons Real Madrid’s schedule could give them the edge against Liverpool in the Champions League final.
      Real stopper Courtois told beIN Sports: ““Liverpool are playing really amazingly this season, so it will be a really hard game.
      “The only good thing for us is that we aren’t playing anymore for anything, we can rest really well for that game, whereas they are playing for the Premier League, so for them it will be a bit harder.
      “But we just need to keep training well and do our best and hopefully win it.”
      Broja transfer race heats up
      West Ham are planning a move for Chelsea striker Armando Broja this summer following his loan spell at Southampton, JACK ROSSER WRITES.
      The Saints also discussed a permanent deal in January – but pushed any move until the summer before sanctions put a stop on any Chelsea sales.
      No transfers can happen before Chelsea’s ownership crisis is solved but, once resolved, SunSport understands that Saints could quickly tie up a deal if they are willing to offer Broja similar wages to teammates Che Adams and Adam Armstrong.
      But the Hammers are set to rival Southampton and could win the tussle with the offer of European football. Arsenal and Borussia Dortmund have also registered an interest in the past.
      Agbonlahor’s Champions League support shock
      Gabby Agbonlahor spoke of his shock after witnessing English fans celebrating Man City’s Champions League demise against Real Madrid.
      And Chelsea supporters were among the culprits, Agbonlahor revealed.
      The retired striker said on talkSPORT: “Whenever Real Madrid scored, 99 percent of the bar, there could have been about 1000 people in the bar, jumping up and celebrating for Real Madrid which baffles me.
      “I spoke to a couple of them around me who said to me ‘why are you not celebrating?’ and I said ‘I’m supporting the English team’.
      “There were a few Man United fans, Chelsea, other teams, but it really disappointed me, strange because you want to support the English teams and get an all English final, it was strange for me to see that.”
      Hazard could bring Chelsea cash
      Chelsea will be hoping Real Madrid can topple Liverpool in the Champions League final and net themselves a tidy windfall.
      However, they won’t be the only ones celebrating if they overcome Jurgen Klopp’s Reds.
      Chelsea will be laughing too thanks to a clause in Eden Hazard’s transfer deal from back in 2019.
      The Blues accepted an £88.5million offer from Los Blancos for the winger – with the deal having significant extra payments that could take the full price to a massive £130MILLION.
      And one of those included an extra cash windfall should Madrid taste Champions League success while Hazard is at the club.
      Chelsea have already benefited in the past, scooping nearly £20m in 2020 as Madrid claimed the LaLiga title and qualified for the Champions League.
      Tchou and go
      Chelsea are one of the clubs being linked with Aurelien Tchouameni this summer.
      And the Blues’ pursuit has been given a boost as Tchouameni is heading for the Monaco exit when the season wraps up, according to RMC Sport.
      But the Blues will also have to contend with competition from Champions League finalist Real Madrid and Liverpool.
      ‘Rudiger will be a huge loss’
      Paul Merson claims Antonio Rudiger will be a huge loss for Chelsea whilst comparing the German to former Blues centre-back David Luiz.
      Merson said: “Rudiger will be a massive loss, I can’t express how big that’s going to be.
      “If they played a four at the back, he wouldn’t be missed.
      “He can only go and play somewhere in a three, for me, he reminds me of a David Luiz – he’ll go and chase the ball, close down, go out of position – but in a three he can go and take that chance.”
      All hail king Cesar
      Petr Cech has hailed Chelsea skipper Cesar Azpilicueta as ‘captain material.’
      Cech told Chelsea’s media: “When it comes to captain material, there is something in the player, and with experience, it comes out.
      “One thing that has always struck me about Azpi is that he is an honest player, he goes on the pitch and does his best, no matter what.
      “He plays with the right commitment, with the right attitude, with his full heart. This is what makes him consistent.
      “He is a very good trainer. He prepares the same way as he plays, and that’s the key to his level of performance. You know what you get.
      “He might occasionally make a mistake like everybody does, he might not always have a spectacular game, but you always know you will get a high level of performance from him.
      “This is what is precious.”
      Lukaku tipped for Chelsea stay
      Paul Merson reckons Chelsea have no choice but to keep hold of disgruntled striker Romelu Lukaku due to their financial woes.
      The Blues spent £97.5m on the Belgian but Merson fears they’ll struggle to recoup half of his fee.
      Merson told Sky Sports: “Chelsea haven’t got much choice but to keep going with Romelu Lukaku.
      “They’re getting sold, they haven’t got any money, they can’t be buying people for £100m and selling them for half that.”
      Wannabe Chelsea owner’s plea
      Wannabe Chelsea owner Jim Ratcliffe has told the Raine Group not to brush off his offer to buy the club.
      Raine are handling the sale of the Blues, and Ratcliffe wants the group to factor in that his company is British and want the best for the club.
      He said, reported by the BBC: “My message to Raine is don’t discount our offer.
      “We are British and have great intentions for Chelsea. If I was Raine I wouldn’t close any door.”
      Declan Rice’s Europa League vow
      Chelsea transfer target Declan Rice has vowed to give everything for West Ham in the Europa League final.
      Rice told West Ham’s media: “Our mood is fantastic and it has been all season.
      “Our mood hasn’t dropped, we’ve been really positive and really confident. We’re obviously one goal down in the tie but, for us, we’re positive.
      “We lost the first game to Sevilla and the first game against Lyon was only a draw, so I feel like you’ll see the best of us in the second game, one hundred percent.
      “I don’t know [why we have played well in the second legs], but I always feel like in the first games you’re always looking at the opposition and sizing them up.
      “We had plenty of opportunities to score in the first game, their ‘keeper made some fantastic saves and we hit the woodwork loads of times, so we’re going to come here, really attack and try and get the job done.”
      Chelsea stars want contract discussions
      Several Chelsea stars have been waiting for months to discuss new contracts with the clubs.
      That’s the claims made by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano who also reckons Mason Mount wants to stay at Stamford Bridge despite links to Liverpool.
      Romano told CaughtOffside: “There’s been some speculation about Mason Mount’s situation at Chelsea, but I don’t think Blues fans have too much to worry about, despite the uncertainty surrounding the club ownership.
      “Mason Mount’s priority has always been to stay at Chelsea. There are no doubts about his commitment, but certainly his situation is to be monitored like those of Marcos Alonso, Jorginho and N’Golo Kante.
      “In fact, all these players have been waiting for months to discuss the extension of the contract with Chelsea but there have been no changes; the sanctions have slowed down the contract renewal process.”
      Jim Ratcliffe’s plans for Chelsea stadium
      As part of Ratcliffe’s bid, Ineos pledged the £2.5bn asking price for Abramovich’s stake, with a further £1.75bn investment in the club over the next decade.
      Ratcliffe envisages a staged revamp of Stamford Bridge into a potential 60,000-plus capacity stadium, rather than knocking the ground down.
      Ineos believe the bid represents the best deal for Chelsea. And Ratcliffe pledged to continue what Russian oligarch Abramovich has done in terms of investment.
      Asked why his offer was late, he told the BBC: “That is simple — it is a big decision to buy a national asset and big commitment in terms of time and money.
      “We’re there for the long term and that’s a lot of responsibility to take on.
      “It takes time to reach a decision to be fully committed. We got there at the end of the day and are committed. We’re not giving up.”
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      Man Utd ‘admit giving Eric Bailly three-year contract was a mistake’ after he criticised Harry Maguire selection

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      MANCHESTER UNITED reportedly believe handing Eric Bailly a new contract was a MISTAKE.That’s after the misfit defender criticised the selection of club captain Harry Maguire this season.
      Man Utd believe they were wrong to hand Eric Bailly a new deal last yearCredit: Getty
      The Manchester Evening News claims Bailly, 28, is extremely disgruntled with his position at Old Trafford.
      The Ivorian, who joined United for £30million from Villarreal in 2016, has started just six games in all competitions this term.
      But Bailly still has over two years left to run on a lucrative deal.
      United handed him the three-year contract in April last year to prevent him from leaving on a free transfer.
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      But privately, the club now admit this was a mistake.
      Bailly made no secret of his disdain for Maguire’s continued selection under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
      And last month he urged Ralf Rangnick to select him over the Red Devils skipper before the 3-1 defeat to Arsenal.
      United chiefs feel Bailly has been a disruptive force this season amid the club’s decline on the pitch.
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      That’s because Bailly has apparently been telling teammates he intends to depart United this summer.
      Incoming new boss Erik ten Hag is rumoured to be in the market for a new defender.
      And that player is likely to be paired alongside Raphael Varane, who has endured a mixed season after his switch from Real Madrid last summer. More

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      How Real Madrid could line up next season with Mbappe in terrifying attack, Pogba in midfield and Rudiger fixing defence

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      REAL MADRID reached the Champions League final last night after a dramatic win over Manchester City, despite an ageing line up. Carlo Ancelotti’s side face Liverpool in the final on May 28th, but it could be a few players’ last game for the club.
      How Real Madrid could line up next season with three new signings
      Kylian Mbappe could slot into Real Madrid’s front threeCredit: Getty
      The LaLiga giants are expected to strengthen heavily in the upcoming transfer window.
      And after being linked with Real Madrid for an eternity, Kylian Mbappe could finally seal a switch to the Bernabeu this summer.
      The 23-year-old is out of contract at Paris Saint-Germain at the end of the season and expected to leave on a free transfer.
      Real are favourites for his signature, with fans convinced Mbappe is on his way out after a leaked photo showed the forward packing up his possessions.
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      Mbappe would slot straight into Ancelotti’s line up if he is recruited, but may have to settle for a berth on the right hand side after Vinicius Jr’s stunning form this season.
      The pair would line up either side of Karim Benzema in what is a terrifying looking attack.
      There could also be change in Ancelotti’s midfield too.
      Paul Pogba is another who is out of contract when the current campaign comes to an end.
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      The 29-year-old is likely to have played his last game for Manchester United.
      Reports suggest Pogba is yet to decide on his future, but Real Madrid are one of four clubs chasing his signature.
      And although Toni Kroos and Luka Modric are in the twilight of their careers, they could still have enough left in the tank for one campaign alongside Pogba.
      Then at the back Antonio Rudiger completes the trio of free transfers, although unlike the other two this one is already all but complete.
      Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has already confirmed Rudiger is leaving in the summer.
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