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      Graham Potter being lined up by ANOTHER Premier League team to replace boss after axed Chelsea chief rejects Leicester

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      GRAHAM POTTER is on the radar of ANOTHER Premier League team following his Chelsea axe, according to reports. The former Brighton boss was booted out of Stamford Bridge after eight months on Sunday having failed to revive the club from their poor start to the season.
      It was a torrid few months for Potter who only lasted 31 games in west LondonCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      The 47-year-old was immediately offered a route back into football as Leicester City, who sacked Brendan Rodgers hours before Chelsea made their move, turned to him.
      But Potter rejected the opportunity as he opted to spend some time away from football.
      He is unlikely to be short of offers in the summer with another Premier League club being linked to him.
      The Telegraph report he could be of interest to relegation-threatened West Ham.
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      The Hammers are one of only nine top-flight clubs who have not switched managers this season but David Moyes’ future is far from certain.
      West Ham have been underwhelming this campaign and have struggled for goals going forward.

      The report claims Potter would “certainly” be among the London club’s candidates to succeed the Scotsman if he does depart.
      Meanwhile, Leicester may reportedly opt to try Potter again in the summer once the dust from his Chelsea departure has settled, while Crystal Palace may also be in need of a coach when Roy Hodgson leaves again at the end of the season.
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      Chelsea will also be looking to press on with their managerial change with several managers linked to the role.
      Former Bayern Munich boss Julian Nagelsmann remains the favourite for many but is believed to be keen on taking time out of the game.
      Ex-Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino, the only other manager Chelsea interviewed before appointing Potter, is also believed to be among the candidates.
      The club will reportedly try and interview at least five candidates before deciding on a successor, with sporting directors Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley leading the hunt. More

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      West Ham star Gianluca Scamacca casts doubt over transfer future as he makes huge off-the-field change

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      WEST HAM striker Gianluca Scamacca has signed with CAA Stellar agency – casting doubt over his future in east London.The Italian forward was dumped by his previous representatives World Soccer Agency in February with the organisation citing a breakdown in “trust”.
      Gianluca Scamacca signed for West Ham in the last summer transfer windowCredit: Rex
      Scamacca was photographed with new agents Jonathan Barnett (right) and David Lee (left)Credit: Twitter: @FabrizioRomano
      But the 24-year-old now has a new agency having been pictured with his new team Jonathan Barnett and David Lee.
      And ahead of the upcoming summer window, he could look to move away from West Ham after a disappointing first season at the club.
      Scamacca joined back in July from Serie A side Sassuolo for £30.5m, and has shone in the Europa Conference League with five goals in nine outings.
      However, owing to injury and poor form, he has made just 11 Premier League starts, scoring only three times.
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      He is currently fighting to win back his place in the team from £15m January arrival Danny Ings.
      West Ham boss David Moyes has previously questioned Scamacca’s “physical data” in relation to his running statistics this campaign.
      And ahead of the Euros next summer, the Italy international could use his new agency to look for a new home to win a place in Roberto Mancini’s squad.
      CAA Stellar already represent the likes of Jack Grealish, Jordan Pickford and Ben Chilwell.
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      Despite his struggles, La Gazzetta Dello Sport claim that Inter Milan are targeting a move for Scamacca.
      The Serie A side are looking to replace veteran frontman Edin Dzeko, 36, at the end of the season.
      The publication claims that talks between the former Manchester City ace and Inter over an extension have stalled. More

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      Man Utd keen on Jude Bellingham, Declan Rice and Frenkie de Jong transfers with McTominay future up-in-the-air

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are keen on the likes of Jude Bellingham, Declan Rice and Frenkie de Jong this summer, according to reports. Meanwhile, Scott McTominay’s future is uncertain.
      A host of big clubs want Jude Bellingham this summerCredit: Getty
      West Ham captain Declan Rice is an option for UnitedCredit: Alamy
      Man Utd could attempt to land Frenkie de Jong again after failed attempts last yearCredit: Getty
      Manager Erik ten Hag is keen to bolster his midfield options and is weighing up potential signings as well as exits.
      Jude Bellingham is wanted by United, but Borussia Dortmund could demand well over £100million.
      West Ham captain Declan Rice is also an option, with Arsenal joining them in the race to sign him.
      Man Utd are also expected to reignite their interest in Barcelona star Frenkie De Jong after their failed attempts to land him last year.
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      The LaLiga side may be forced into selling the Dutchman due to a desperate need to balance the books amid financial troubles.
      A space in the squad is expected to open up with McTominay potentially heading for the exit door, claim the Daily Mail.
      Man Utd previously rejected bids for him from Newcastle, but his availability is set to be re-considered at the end of the season.
      The Scot’s contract does not expire until 2025.
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      However, his career is supposedly at a “crossroads” with concern over his game time with Casemiro, Christian Eriksen, Marcel Sabitzer and Fred all competing for places.
      McTominay has only started 14 games this season, just eight of which have come in the Premier League.
      Man Utd are supposedly proud of the progress the player has made since joining the club when he was just five-years-old and there is sensitivity towards getting rid of him.
      Scott McTominay could leave Man Utd in the search for more first-team actionCredit: Getty More

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      Viktor Gyokeres signs up with top agency used by Man Utd and Barca stars as West Ham lead transfer race for Coventry ace

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      COVENTRY’S top scorer Viktor Gyokeres has signed up with top agent Hasan Cetinkaya.The Sweden forward, 24, has left Nordic Sky agency to work with the 46-year-old.
      Gyokeres has signed with a new agentCredit: PA
      Cetinkaya is a retired midfielder with some high-class clients at top clubs, including Barcelona and Manchester United.
      Second-tier City are pushing for promotion but 19-goal Gyokeres may leave this summer if they do not go up.
      West Ham are front-runners but other clubs in the Prem and Europe will want him too.
      Hammers boss David Moyes has been keeping a close eye on the striker recently.
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      And he even took a solo trip to watch him play a few weeks ago.
      West Ham could be forced into signing at least two new forwards when the summer transfer window opens.
      Michail Antonio, who has less than 18 months remaining on his current contract, could leave at the end of the season with Everton known to be interested.
      And Gianluca Scamacca is yet to find his feet in London, so he could be heading for a move away.
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      The Hammers currently sit 19th in the Premier League table and they are in huge danger of relegation to the Championship.
      Moyes reportedly fears he could be sacked by West Ham chiefs if the club do not win against fellow relegation candidates Southampton on Sunday. More

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      Chelsea could share West Ham’s London Stadium for next four years while new ground is built

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      WEST HAM’S London Stadium is reportedly one of two new grounds Chelsea have held talks about sharing while Stamford Bridge is redeveloped.American billionaire Todd Boehly and his co-controlling owner Behdad Eghbali want the Blues to have one of the greatest stadiums on the planet by 2030.
      Todd Boehly is searching for a temporary home for Chelsea while Stamford Bridge is redevelopedCredit: AP
      West Ham’s London Stadium has now emerged as a shock contenderCredit: Getty
      It has been widely-reported that the Blues currently have three options regarding their home ground.
      One is to start work and build on a completely new site while another is knocking down their current home and rebuilding a new ground from scratch and the other is just to redevelop Stamford Bridge.
      We revealed how demolishing their West London ground and building a brand new one in its place on the existing site is emerging as the most likely option.
      The whole project could cost a mega £2BILLION in total and may see them playing their home games away from Stamford Bridge for FOUR YEARS.
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      It then emerged that Fulham’s Craven Cottage, Wembley Stadium and Twickenham had already been discussed as potential groundshares.
      Now the Daily Mail has claimed that “West Ham’s ground is another potential option being considered” by Chelsea.
      The London Stadium, which has a capacity of 62,500, has already been used to jost other sports such as baseball and rugby and it would enable the Blues to continue playing “home” games at a Premier League stadium.
      However, this update also adds that “the prospect of a ground share may not be especially appealing for West Ham and Chelsea supporters given the rivalry between the two clubs”.
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      But another, albeit much smaller, stadium has also been added to the list of potential temporary host venues.
      Championship side Reading’s Select Car Leasing Stadium, better known as the Madejski Stadium, only has a 24,000 capacity and is located 39 miles away from Chelsea’s current home.
      Another issue is that it is a considerable distance from Stamford Bridge, and many Chelsea supporters wouldn’t be happy at the prospect of the club playing home games outside of London.
      Rugby union games have been held there previously, but playing games outside of the capital could prove to be a step too far for supporters. More

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      West Ham keen on Viktor Gyokeres transfer as Moyes looks to £20m Coventry striker to put pressure on Scamacca

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      WEST HAM boss David Moyes looks set to move for Coventry’s Viktor Gyokeres after making a personal check on the striker.Moyes has watched the Swede intently as he knows he may need a new forward or two in the summer window — and even made a solo mission to see him last week.
      West Ham are keeping tabs on Coventry star Viktor GyokeresCredit: Rex
      Gyokeres is having his best season so far with 18 goals for the Sky Blues in the Championship.
      He also had a runout off the bench against Belgium in Friday night’s  3-0 Euro qualifier defeat.
      Gyokeres is close to becoming a starter for his country and a move to a higher level would speed up that process.
      The hard-working  24-year-old spent four seasons at Brighton without making a Premier League appearance and joined Coventry in the summer of 2021 following half-a-season on loan.
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      Gyokeres has several clubs on his trail and Moyes has never been scared to dip into the second tier for a player.
      Michail Antonio may leave in the next window with Everton joining the chase for him — as we revealed last week.
      And West Ham’s Italian striker Gianluca Scamacca is yet to settle, so Moyes looks likely to bring in  a couple of new faces for his frontline.
      Coventry would want around £20million to let go of Gyokeres in the summer.
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      Manager Mark Robins may yet pull off promotion via the play-offs but, if not, the centre-forward seems certain to move on.
      Burnley will also have another go at Gyokeres after failing in the last two windows.
      Boss Vincent Kompany is a huge fan and can soon offer him Prem football, it seems. More

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      Declan Rice is destined to play for ‘top side’ amid Arsenal and Chelsea transfer links, says Marco Verratti

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      ITALY international Marco Verratti expects Declan Rice to join a “top side” after heaping praise on the West Ham captain.The two midfielders faced off last night as England beat Italy at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium in their opening 2024 Euro qualifier.
      Declan Rice and Marco Verratt battled in England’s match against ItalyCredit: Getty
      Rice impressed in the game and scored the first goal of the gameCredit: Getty
      Afterwards Verratti said that Rice will join a ‘top side’Credit: Getty
      Rice starred for the Three Lions and was named man of the match after dominating the midfield.
      The Hammers man also bagged his third international goal as he opened the scoring with a good finish in the first half.
      And after the game, his performance was noticed by PSG star Verratti, who believes that the 24-year-old will get a big move.
      He said: “I really like him as a player.
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      “He provides great balance and shape to the team, and he’s got wonderful physical attributes.
      “He really helps his team out a lot.
      “He’s a number six, a defensive midfielder that England really need.
      “I’m sure that he will end up at a top side because I’ve played against him many times, he never gives up.
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      “He’s got a wonderful attitude, and he’s still very young so he’s got a huge room for improvement.”
      Rice has been linked with an exit from West Ham over the last couple of seasons, with many top clubs interested in his services.
      Arsenal are believed to be his most likely destination with the Gunners planning a summer move.
      Chelsea are also in the running to sign Rice as they look to lure him back to the club after originally releasing him as a teenager from the youth academy.
      Rice has been linked with a move away from West HamCredit: Getty More

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      ‘Confirms what we all know’ – Fans convinced Arsenal transfer target Declan Rice is off in summer after West Ham tweet

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      FOOTBALL fans have been left convinced that Declan Rice will be on the move this summer.This is after Rice was NOT included in promotional pictures for West Ham’s pre-season tour.
      Declan Rice was left out of West Ham’s pre-season promoCredit: PA
      We are pleased to announce we will travel to Australia in pre-season! 🇦🇺— West Ham United (@WestHam) March 23, 2023

      West Ham announced on Thursday they will be going on tour to Australia to tune up for the next campaign.
      The picture they used to advertise the tour included Lucas Paqueta, Jarrod Bowen and Nayef Aguerd.
      But the noticeable omission of club captain Rice has left fans convinced he will not be at the club in the summer.
      One fan wrote: “Haha admin knows Rice is off and won’t be featuring in the tour 🤣.”
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      A second said: “No Rice also in the promo video or picture already confirms what we all already know. That he won’t be here for that tour.”
      A third typed: “Where’s your captain? Does it mean that he will leave the club in the summer?”
      While a fourth commented: “Without DR,” with another adding: “No Rice then?”
      London clubs Arsenal and Chelsea are two of the most heavily interested parties in a transfer for the England star.
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      It has been reported Rice could be sold for around £80million.
      Arsenal are keen to bolster their midfield, having previously seen two offers for Brighton’s Moises Caicedo rejected.
      Chelsea splashed out an English-record £107m on Enzo Fernandez, but remain keen on bringing their former academy prospect back to Stamford Bridge.
      The Rice omission comes after Tottenham talisman Harry Kane was left out of the clubs own pre-season tour promo amid links to Manchester United. More