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      Chelsea, Arsenal and Man City in three-way Achraf Hakimi transfer fight with full-back up for £35m from Inter Milan

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      CHELSEA, Arsenal and Manchester City are set for a transfer tussle for Inter Milan’s £35million full-back Achraf Hakimi.
      The Moroccan star only arrived from Real Madrid last summer but a growing financial crisis at Inter may force the Italian giants to cash in.

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      Achraf Hakimi is wanted by Premier League trio Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester City
      Hakimi has reportedly been tipped by Arsenal scouts as a potential replacement for Hector Bellerin, while Chelsea are long-term admirers of the former Borussia Dortmund loanee.
      Now Manchester City are hoping to trump their Premier League rivals in the summer, according to Calciomercato.
      The 22-year-old has been one of the stars for Antonio Conte’s men this season as they sit just two points behind bitter rivals AC Milan at the top of Serie A.

      The struggle for funds at Inter has seen them miss a payment instalment on the deal which took Hakimi from the Bernabeu and the Italians have been forced to agree a new deadline in March.
      Now they could lose him altogether with the Premier League trio sensing an opportunity to secure one of the most highly rated young full-backs in world football.
      Hakimi plays as a right wing-back for Inter in Conte’s 3-5-2 system, but can also play as a right back or on the left.

      Antonio Conte faces losing one of Inter Milan’s prized assets
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      Born in Madrid to Moroccan parents – and boasting 32 caps for the African nation – Hakimi rose through the ranks at Real after joining them aged just eight.
      It was at Borussia Dortmund, however, where he made his name, having joined on loan in 2018. His two seasons in the Bundesliga allowed Real Madrid to cash in, selling him to Inter for £35million.
      With coronavirus plunging Inter’s balance sheet in the red, they are now vulnerable to a bid just a year later from the cash-rich Premier League sides. More

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      Man Utd teen star Ethan Laird joins MK Dons on loan in bid for playing time at League One club

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      MANCHESTER UNITED teenager Ethan Laird has joined MK Dons on loan for the rest of the season.
      The talented defender will bid to secure regular football with the League One club.

      Manchester United youngster Ethan Laird has moved to MK Dons on loanCredit: AFP

      The 19-year-old full-back has played two games for United which were both in the Europa League last season.
      England Under-19 defender Laird was promoted to first-team training last summer after a number of injuries at Old Trafford.
      Laird was rewarded with a new contract last year which runs until 2023, with the option of extending the deal by another season.
      The academy graduate has been with United since the age of 10 and is highly rated by the Red Devils.

      Laird will gain valuable experience playing for MK Dons for the remainder of this season.
      The pacy defender told the MK Dons website: “I need to work my way into the team and get to know the lads, but I want to make as much of an impact as I can while I’m here.
      “That’s something I’ll always hold myself too – how can I affect my team-mates and the club in a positive way.
      “This is the perfect place for me to continue developing, with the way the team play.

      “They are aggressive, they like to get in behind and they leave it all out on the pitch and that’s my idea of football.”
      Laird started on the bench for MK Dons’ FA Cup third round tie at Premier League side Burnley this afternoon.
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      His league debut is likely to come at promotion challengers Peterborough next Saturday.
      MK Dons manager Russell Martin said: “Ethan is someone with real quality and we’re really pleased to be able to bring him in. He’s chosen to come here over a number of options, which is brilliant for us.
      “He’s very explosive but with lots of quality on the ball and he can play in a couple of positions in defence or further forward, which gives us some more versatility.”
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      Watch Canelo Alvarez teach Ryan Garcia brutal body shot that KOd Campbell and Brit says it was hardest punch he’d faced

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      LUKE CAMPBELL can have Canelo Alvarez to thank for giving Ryan Garcia a masterclass on body punching.
      Campbell was left unable to beat the count when he faced Canelo’s protege Garcia at the start of January.

      Canelo Alvarez giving Ryan Garcia a masterclass in body punching

      Ryan Garcia stops Luke Campbell with a hook to the body Credit: DAZN

      It followed from a devastating left hook that landed right on the sweet spot and had the brave Brit wincing in agony.
      But it was no fluke as footage has since emerged of Canelo, 30, giving Garcia, 22, a lesson in the art of body shots.
      The Mexican superstar is seen instructing how to feint upstairs before whipping in a left hook to the body.
      And it is apparent Garcia is a clear listener and learner after he faked a hook to the head before crippling Campbell’s ribs in round seven.

      Canelo – whose coach Eddy Reynoso also trains Garcia – took pride in the win as he celebrated with his gym partner in the ring afterwards.
      The new lightweight Golden Boy is now set to be mandated against WBC lightweight champion Devin Haney, 22.
      And Campbell, 33, has sent out a warning to the champion and anyone else in the division that Garcia is the hardest hitter he has ever fought.

      He said: “He’s very heavy handed. Even when I was blocking the shots, I could feel them.

      “That was the hardest shot I was ever hit with. I tried and tried to get up, but I couldn’t.
      “I felt him coming on, and I was moving back, and when you move back my body relaxed a little bit and that’s the exact time he hit me.”

      Luke Campbell was unable to beat the count Credit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Kubrat Pulev net worth: How much money does Bulgarian have and how much will he make vs Anthony Joshua?

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      KUBRAT PULEV will bid to end Anthony Joshua’s second reign as unified heavyweight champion this weekend.
      The former world title challenger, 39, will lock horns with ‘AJ’ at the SSE Wembley Arena on Saturday night.

      Kubrat Pulev (R) will challenge Anthony Joshua for the unified heavyweight titlesCredit: PA:Press Association

      The pair were supposed to throw down in the summer but saw their clash postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic.
      Pulev, who has won his last eight in a row, will enter his second world title fight as a huge underdog.
      But the Bulgarian’s latest crack at gold – the first of which came against Wladimir Klitschko six years ago – will see him pocket the biggest payday of his career.
      What is Kubrat Pulev’s net worth?
      According to Celebrity Net Worth, Pulev’s net worth is around £6.5million.

      Most of that cash has been earned from some of his big fights in boxing, including bouts with Klitschko, Derek Chisora and Hughie Fury.

      Pulev beat Derek Chisora when the pair faced off in 2016Credit: Getty – Contributor
      Pulev will earn his highest ever pay day for his clash with Joshua, however.
      How much will Kubrat Pulev earn for fighting Anthony Joshua?
      Pulev is expected to take home a cool £5m for his meeting with Joshua, who he was originally scheduled to face in October 2017.
      It’s currently unknown how much Joshua will take home for his latest title defence, although his purse is expected to dwarf the challenger’s.

      Pulev’s payday for facing Joshua could end up being significantly less than £5million if he sticks to the vow he made ahead of the postponement of their summer meeting.
      In April, ‘The Cobra’ revealed he intended to donate half of his purse to help the fight against the coronavirus.

      Kubrat Pulev is expected to make £5million for his showdown with Anthony JoshuaCredit: Getty – Contributor
      “I will donate 50 per cent of the money I earn from the match with Joshua to the tireless heroes in the fight against the coronavirus,” Pulev told Bild.
      “I will give doctors, nurses and hospitals the necessary equipment to deal with this devilish virus.”
      Pulev is brimming with confidence ahead of his second shot at the unified heavyweight throne, which his promoter Bob Arum reckons he’ll claim in devastating fashion.
      “It’s one thing to box and run around the ring, making out you’re second coming of Muhammad Ali when you’re fighting a fat, obese Andy Ruiz – but it’s going to be a different story when you’re fighting a fit and ready Pulev, who’s in great shape and a good boxer,” Arum told Betway Insider.

      Anthony Joshua celebrates reclaiming the unified heavyweight titlesCredit: PA:Press Association/PA Images
      “I believe Kubrat will be able to match Joshua with boxing ability and will have an opportunity to catch Joshua and knock him out. Pulev is very strong and has good pedigree, so Joshua won’t be able to run and do what he did to Ruiz in the rematch.
      “Pulev has the ability to corner Joshua and to take him out, so I believe not only is Pulev going to win the fight but he’s going to win it by knockout.
      “We promoted Ruiz 30 times and most of the time he had trouble impacting opponents with his power, so the fact he devastated Joshua so badly indicates to me Joshua has a big weakness and that is his inability to take a punch.”
      “I’m not a fool, I’m talking about what I’ve seen: I saw Anthony Joshua got knocked on his ass and thoroughly beaten not so long ago.”

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      Barcelona vs Juventus FREE: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time, team news as Messi faces Ronaldo in Champions League

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      BARCELONA will welcome Italian champions Juventus to the Nou Camp on Tuesday night, with the eagerly-anticipated battle between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo expected to take centre stage.
      The Spanish giants ran out 2-0 winners against the Old Lady in October, with goals from Ousmane Dembele and Lionel Messi doing the damage.

      Barcelona ran out 2-0 winners against Juventus in OctoberCredit: AP:Associated Press

      A second successive win over Andre Pirlo’s side would see Barca seal top spot in Group G, which they currently lead by the three points.
      Victory at the Nou Camp would see Juve move level on points with the Catalans, although they’ll need to win by seven goals to qualify for the last-16 as group winners.

      What time does Barcelona vs Juventus kick-off?
      Barcelona will take on Juventus on Tuesday, December 8.
      The match will get underway at 8pm UK time.

      Lionel Messi was on target in Barcelona’s 2-0 win over Juventus in OctoberCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      What TV channel is Barcelona vs Juventus on and can I live stream it?
      Barcelona vs Juventus will be broadcast live on BT Sport ESPN.
      The coverage will begin at 8pm UK time.
      To stream the match live, footy fans will have to head to BT Sport’s official website or visit their mobile app.
      Can I watch Barcelona vs Juventus for free?
      EE customers will be able to watch the mouth-watering tie online by signing up for a free three-month trial of BT Sport.
      Those eager to sign up for the trial can do so by texting Sport to 150.

      Cristiano Ronaldo will spearhead Juventus’ attack against BarcaCredit: AFP or licensors
      Team News
      Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to spearhead Juventus’ attack at the Nou Camp, where he frequently played during his time at Real Madrid.
      The Portugal international missed the reverse fixture in October due to a positive coronavirus test.

      Juve will be without the services of centre-backs Merih Demiral and Georgio Chiellini, who will miss the match with iliopsoas and hamstring injuries respectively.
      Barcelona boss Ronald Koeman, meanwhile, won’t be able to call on Ousmane Dembele, who will miss the match with a hamstring injury.

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      Odds
      Barcelona – 1/1
      Draw – 27/10

      Juventus – 12/5
      *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More

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      Arsenal vs Wolves: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for important Premier League clash

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      ARSENAL manager Mikel Areta has a tough job on his hands as his side come up against Wolves next in the Premier League.
      The Gunners have been winless in four of their last five games in the league and are suffering from a real dip in form.

      Nicolas Pepe will miss the game against Wolves through suspensionCredit: Svein Ove Ekornesvåg / NTB

      Things don’t get easier, however, as Nuno Espirito Santo’s Wolves side can give any team in the Premier League a hard game.
      A win for Arsenal would show their Champions League rivals that they’re not going away as easy as the likes of Chelsea and Manchester United would like.
      What time does Arsenal vs Wolves kick-off?
      Arsenal’s crunch clash with Wolves kicks off at 7.15pm UK time on Sunday, November 29.
      The game will take place at the Gunners’ Emirates Stadium.
      There will be no fans in attendance for the game.
      What channel is Arsenal vs Wolves and can it be live streamed?
      Arsenal vs Wolves will be shown live on Sky Sports Football and Sky Sports Premier League.
      The game is available for streaming on NOW TV and Sky GO.
      You can download either of the two apps onto your mobile or tablet device.

      Conor Coady should return to Wolves’ starting line-up vs ArsenalCredit: EPA
      What is the team news?
      Nicolas Pepe will miss the game through suspension after being sent off during Arsenal’s 0-0 draw with Leeds last weekend.
      Willian could be available after suffering with a calf problem during the week.

      Mohamed Elneny and Sead Kolasinac should be back in contention after returning positive coronavirus tests during the international break.
      Conor Coady can also return after having to self-isolate because of Covid-19. Team-mate Roman Saiss, however, is out after testing positive.
      Odds
      Arsenal – 23/20
      Draw – 21/10

      Wolves – 13/5
      *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More

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      Where does Lewis Hamilton need to finish to win F1 World Championship in Turkey this weekend?

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      LEWIS HAMILTON is on the brink of winning a joint-record seventh F1 World Championship this weekend.
      The 35-year-old can tie legendary racer Michael Schumacher’s tally with a win at the Turkish Grand Prix on Sunday.

      Only Valtteri Bottas can catch Hamilton in this year’s championship race.

      Hamilton can only be caught by his Mercedes team-mate Bottas Credit: AFP
      But on Sunday, there are multiple ways in which Hamilton can secure himself a sweet victory over his Mercedes team-mate.
      Hamilton already leads Bottas by 85 points so if he outscores his Finnish rival this weekend, the race to title supremacy is finished.
      Even if Bottas manages to outscore his Brit rival, then there are still multiple ways in which Hamilton can get the job done.

      Hamilton can finish as low as 10th on Sunday in TurkeyCredit: 2020 Getty Images

      Hamilton is looking to win his seventh F1 World ChampionshipCredit: Splash News
      If Bottas wins the Turkish Grand Prix and gets the fastest lap, the title race will continue on to the Bahrain GP.
      But Hamilton will win it all on Sunday if he comes second and Bottas fails to nab the fastest lap.
      Should Bottas finish second and obtain the fastest lap, Hamilton only needs to finish fourth.
      Hamilton can also finish fifth if Bottas ends up in third place with the fastest lap.

      If Bottas ends the day in fourth place, Hamilton can finish in seventh or eighth WITH the fastest lap.
      Hamilton can also afford to slip to eighth, so long as Bottas ends his day in fifth position.
      Bottas finishing sixth with the fastest lap would allow Hamilton to finish ninth.
      And a lowly sixth place finish for Bottas would see Hamilton secure his seventh title as long as he finishes in 10th place or higher.

      That same pattern continues all the way down to a seventh or lower finish for Bottas, which would see Hamilton clinch the title wherever he ends up.
      Hamilton spoke about the potential achievement and noted that matching Schumacher would be something to be ‘incredibly proud’ of.
      “Matching an icon like Michael; I’d be incredibly proud of that,” Hamilton said.
      “But it’s more the message it sends to not just kids, but mostly kids, that you have to dream bigger than you think you can dream and don’t let anyone tell you you can’t go for that.” More

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      Wales vs USA: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for international friendly

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      WALES are in international friendly action this week against none other than the USA in a clash that could go either way.
      The two sides have been through their ups and downs over the past few years, but this match-up should shape up to be pretty even.

      The USA are looking to rekindle some of the momentum they picked up post-2014 World Cup, after failing to qualify for the tournament four years later.

      Gareth Bale is fit to play for Wales after an injury scareCredit: Alamy Live News
      Wales will be at next year’s European Championships and go into this clash with our friends across the pond in high spirits.
      What time is kick-off?
      Wales vs USA kicks off at 7.45pm (BST) on Thursday, November 12.
      The game will take place at Swansea City’s Liberty Stadium, providing a slight advantage for the home side.

      What channel is it on and can it be live streamed?
      Wales vs USA can be viewed on Sky Sports Mix, available on the TV as well as from a smartphone or tablet.
      You can stream the action from a NOW TV or Sky Go account, as well as from the Sky Sports app if you enter your Sky subscription details.
      Team news
      The major news for Wales is that Gareth Bale is back in the squad after missing their fixtures back in October.
      There were fears the Tottenham forward would pull out after he was seen with an ice-pack on his leg during Spurs’ win over West Brom at the weekend.

      Aaron Ramsey has withdrawn from the squad, however, after sustaining a thigh injury.
      Chris Gunter is in line to win his 100th cap during this international break, providing he plays in all three games.
      The USA will have Borussia Dortmund sensation Gio Reyna in their ranks and will also welcome Chelsea’s Christian Pulisic into the fold.
      It’s doubtful the Blues star will start the game, though, having just come back from injury himself.

      Odds
      Wales – 27/20
      Draw – 21/10
      USA – 11/5 More