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Saint-Maximin in talks over Newcastle exit

 Newcastle United's Allan Saint-Maximin during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Manchester United at St. James Park on April 2, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom.Newcastle winger Allan Saint-Maximin is in transfer talks with an unnamed club as Eddie Howe acknowledged the “impact” of Financial Fair Play on the Magpies. The Frenchman, who joined Newcastle from Nice in August 2019, has been linked with a move to Saudi Arabia. Saint-Maximin, 26, missed Newcastle’s 2-1 friendly win at Rangers, and Howe said he had “no issue” with the player. “He’s in early discussions over a potential move away. That’s why he wasn’t here,” Howe said. “It’s doubtful he’ll join us on the tour of America. I don’t think Maxi necessarily wants to leave, but he may feel it’s the ri...
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Rashford signs new long-term Man Utd contract

 Marcus Rashford of Manchester United poses with Manager Erik ten Hag after signing a new contract extension at Carrington Training Ground on July 18, 2023 in Manchester, England. England forward Marcus Rashford has signed a new deal to stay at Manchester United until 2028 worth £325,000-a-week The 25-year-old had been in talks with United for a considerable period, with his previous contract due to expire in 2024. The striker enjoyed a resurgence under new manager Erik ten Hag last season, scoring 30 goals in 56 games. Since his debut in 2016 against Midtjylland, Rashford has hit 123 goals in 359 games for his boyhood club. Rashford said: “I joined Manchester United as a seven-year-old boy with a dream. That same passion, pride, and determination to succeed still drives me every...
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Ashley Young excited to work with Sean Dyche at Everton

 Ashley YoungAshley Young has joined Everton on a one-year deal. The 38-year-old winger turned full-back becomes the Toffees’ first summer signing, joining on a free transfer after his contract expired at Aston Villa. Young has signed a one-year deal at Goodison Park to work under manager Sean Dyche, who was his captain when first breaking through at Watford. “The manager was important in me signing,” the former England international and Manchester United captain said. “I know him and know what his passion and desire is like. His honesty, will to work hard and his hunger for the game is second to none. “I know things haven’t gone too well for Everton in the past couple of seasons but the manager’s ambition, speaking to him and hearing what he wants to do to change the club around, was...
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Nelson signs new four-year Arsenal deal

 (L-R) Eddie Nketiah, Reiss Neslon and Bukayo April 11, 2023 in St Albans, England. Arsenal forward Reiss Nelson has signed a new four-year deal, with the option for another year. The 23-year-old academy graduate’s previous deal had expired before he committed his future to the club he joined as an eight-year-old. Nelson made 11 substitute appearances in the Premier League last season, scoring a late comeback winner in the 3-2 win over Bournemouth on 4 March. Gunners boss Mikel Arteta said Nelson has “tremendous ability”. “Reiss is a player I have admired since the first day I was here,” said Arteta. “He has tremendous ability and is such an exciting offensive talent. Reiss knows how important he is to our squad with the quality he has. “It’s great that Reiss has committed his fu...
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David de Gea: Manchester United’s shot-stopper set to become a free agent

 Manchester United's David De Gea during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Manchester United at St. James Park on April 2, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom.Manchester United’s star goalkeeper, David de Gea contract will come to an end on Friday with no decision over whether he will remain at Old Trafford. The news has sent shockwaves throughout the footballing world, leaving fans in disbelief, while rival clubs eagerly line up to secure the world-class shot-stopper’s services. De Gea, 32, arrived at Old Trafford in 2011 with a massive price tag and a promising reputation from his time at Atletico Madrid. Over the years, the Spaniard firmly established himself as one of the best goalkeepers in the world, becoming a key figure in United’s successes, includ...
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Aston Villa confirm that Ashley Young will leave the club this summer

Ashley Young of Aston Villa celebrates qualifying for the UEFA Conference League after the 2-1 victory over Brighton during the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Brighton & Hove Albion at Villa Park on May 28, 2023 in Birmingham, United Kingdom.Ashley Young is to leave Aston Villa at the end of his contract this summer.The 37-year-old rejoined Villa in 2021 after winning the Serie A title at Inter Milan. ‘Aston Villa can confirm that Ashley Young will be leaving the club upon the expiration of his contract,’ read a club statement. ‘Everyone at Aston Villa would like to sincerely thank Ashley for his service to the club and wish him all the very best in his future endeavours.’ It comes despite Young revealing his hopes that he would sign a new contract extension at Villa Park...
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Maguire has to decide on Man Utd future – Ten Hag

 Harry Maguire of Manchester United gestures during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Fulham FC at Old Trafford on May 28, 2023 in Manchester, England.Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag says captain Harry Maguire has a decision to make on his future at the club. The 30-year-old England defender made only 16 appearances in the Premier League for United this season. Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane have been Ten Hag’s preferred centre-back pairing in his first season in charge at Old Trafford. “No-one would be happy with this situation,” Ten Hag told The Times. “He is not as well. He trains always on best levels, so with 100% effort. “So he handles that situation well and he’s in that manner and in his captaincy he’s important for the squad.” Maguire has mad...
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Chelsea hold Newcastle to close tough season

 Carney Chukwuemeka of Chelsea is challenged by Anthony Gordon of Newcastle United during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Newcastle United at Stamford Bridge on May 28, 2023 in London, England. Newcastle United and Chelsea played out an entertaining draw to bring down a contrasting season for both sides at Stamford Bridge. Anthony Gordon opened his account for the Magpies before Kieran Trippier put through his own net to level it up. The result means Champions League-bound Newcastle finish fourth, while Chelsea end up in 12th and in the bottom half for the first time since 1995-96. Newcastle took the lead inside nine minutes. Allan Saint-Maximin found Elliot Anderson on the overlap, and he crossed for Gordon to force home his first goal since a January move from E...
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Leeds relegated after heavy home loss to Spurs

 Leeds United's Adam Forshaw (centre) battles for the ball with Tottenham Hotspur's Clement Lenglet and Pedro Porro during the Premier League match at Elland Road, Leeds. Picture date: Sunday May 28, 2023. Leeds United have been relegated from the Premier League as they lost their final game of the season to Tottenham Hotspur. The Whites’ fans turned on both their team and the club’s owners as the West Yorkshire side’s three-year top-flight stay came to a meek and pitiful end at Elland Road. Needing to win to stand any chance of preserving their Premier League status, Leeds trailed inside the opening two minutes through Harry Kane’s excellent finish. Pedro Porro then doubled Tottenham’s lead when he fired in from a tight angle early in the second half. Jack Harrison made it 2-1 t...
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Leicester relegated despite win over West Ham

Kelechi Iheanacho of Leicester City looks dejected after their sides defeat, resulting in their relegation to the Championship during the Premier League match between Leicester City and West Ham United at The King Power Stadium on May 28, 2023 in Leicester, England. Leicester City’s nine-year stay in the Premier League came to an end as they were relegated in agonising fashion despite beating West Ham on the final day of the season. The Foxes’ fate was out of their hands heading into the last round of fixtures, and Everton’s 1-0 victory over Bournemouth meant the 2015-16 winners slipped into the Championship by two points. While Toffees fans were in ecstasy at Goodison Park, Leicester supporters at the King Power were left to rue a miserable campaign in which they won only nine league...
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Haaland wins player and young player awards

 Erling Haaland centre-forward of Manchester City and Norway during the warm-up before the UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg match between Real Madrid and Manchester City FC at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on May 9, 2023 in Madrid, Spain.Manchester City’s Erling Haaland has become the first player to win the Premier League player and young player of the year awards in the same season. The 22-year-old striker’s 36 goals have seen him break the Premier League record for most goals in a season. Overall, he has scored 52 goals during the campaign. “I am honoured to have become the first player to win both awards in the same season – thank you to everyone who voted for me,” said Haaland. Haaland, who received the most combined votes from the public and a Premier League panel, joined ...
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Man Utd fear Antony has recurrence of ankle injury

Antony of Manchester United reacts as they appear to be injured during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Chelsea FC at Old Trafford on May 25, 2023 in Manchester, England. Manchester United fear winger Antony has suffered a recurrence of the ankle injury that kept him out of the final two months of last season with Ajax. The Brazil forward was taken off on a stretcher in tears after an innocuous challenge in the win against Chelsea. The 23-year-old missed the last eight games of Ajax’s 2021-22 campaign after suffering the initial injury in a World Cup qualifier for Brazil in March 2022. He has scored eight goals since joining United in September for £81m. Victory against Chelsea secured Erik ten Hag’s side a place in next season’s Champions League and they face Ma...
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Man Utd secure Champions League spot with Chelsea win

 Casemiro of Manchester United scores the team's first goal past Kepa Arrizabalaga of Chelsea during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Chelsea FC at Old Trafford on May 25, 2023 in Manchester, England. Manchester United secured Champions League football for next season with a 4-1 win over Chelsea at Old Trafford. Casemiro headed the hosts in front, with Anthony Martial sweeping in Jadon Sancho’s pass from close range to double their advantage. Bruno Fernandes added United’s third from the penalty spot after being fouled by Wesley Fofana. And another Fofana error saw Marcus Rashford score a fourth before Joao Felix’s late consolation for the Blues.
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Brighton seal Europa League place with Man City draw

  Julio Enciso of Brighton & Hove Albion celebrates with team mates after scoring his side's equalising goal to make the score 1-1 during the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Manchester City at American Express Community Stadium on May 24, 2023 in Brighton, England. Brighton’s Julio Enciso scored a fantastic equaliser as the Seagulls confirmed Europa League qualification with an entertaining draw against champions Manchester City. Phil Foden opened the scoring for Treble-chasing City, squeezing the ball beyond Brighton defender Jan Paul van Hecke on the goalline after Erling Haaland’s assist left goalkeeper Jason Steele stranded. Brighton deservedly levelled through 19-year-old Enciso’s stunning strike, which arrowed into the top corner from 25...
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Southampton close to appointing Martin as Selles exits

 Russell Martin Head Coach of Swansea City during the Sky Bet Championship match between Swansea City and Huddersfield Town at Liberty Stadium on April 15, 2023 in Swansea, Wales.Southampton are close to announcing the appointment of Swansea City head coach Russell Martin as their new boss. Saints have turned to Martin as they rebuild following Premier League relegation, with the 37-year-old set to replace the departing Ruben Selles. They have confirmed the Spaniard’s contract will not be renewed when it expires at the end of the season. Former Scotland defender Martin will be joined at Southampton by some members of his Swansea backroom team. Southampton will pay compensation for Martin and his staff, whose Swansea contracts run until 2024. Martin had been due to travel to the USA la...
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Lopetegui’s Wolves future ‘in doubt’ – Balague

 Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Julen Lopetegui before the Carabao Cup Quarter Final match between Nottingham Forest and Wolverhampton Wanderers at City Ground on January 11, 2023 in Nottingham, England.Wolves manager Julen Lopetegui’s future “is in doubt” because of the club’s financial situation, says Spanish football journalist Guillem Balague. Lopetegui, 56, said last week that it would be “difficult to compete” in the Premier League without investment. The Spaniard added he had only recently been made aware of the club’s Financial Fair Play (FFP) “problems”. “Talks this week between the club and Lopetegui will give us a clearer picture,” Balague said. “With the club unable to get the signings or investment they promised him and instead having to sell to keep up with FFP, his fut...
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Everton trigger one-year Doucoure deal extension

 Jack Grealish of Manchester City clashes with Abdoulaye Doucoure of Everton after the Premier League match between Everton FC and Manchester City at Goodison Park on May 14, 2023 in Liverpool, England.Everton have triggered a one-year option to keep midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure at the club until the end of the 2023-24 campaign. The 30-year-old was out of contract this summer but the Toffees have exercised the choice of a further year. Doucoure has made 94 appearances and scored nine goals since joining from Watford for £20m in 2020. The Mali international will be aiming to help Everton remain in the Premier League in Sunday’s final game. Sean Dyche’s side are currently two points above the relegation zone and host Bournemouth at Goodison Park. Doucoure fell out of favour under forme...
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Newcastle in Champions League after 20-year wait with Leicester draw

 Nick Pope, Sven Botman (obscured), Dan Burn, Fabian Schaer and Bruno Guimaraes of Newcastle United celebrate after qualifying for the UEFA Champions League following the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Leicester City at St. James Park on May 22, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.Newcastle secured Champions League football for the first time in 20 years with a goalless draw against relegation-threatened Leicester, whose fate is now out of their hands. Eddie Howe’s side failed to break the deadlock in a match they dominated, striking the post three times, but the result was sufficient for the Magpies to make a long-awaited return to Europe’s elite competition next season. Newcastle are four points clear of fifth-placed Liverpool heading into Sunday’s final day of t...
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Everton reach exclusivity agreement with MSP

 Dwight McNeil (L) and Nathan Patterson of Everton during the Premier League match.Everton have reached an exclusivity agreement with New York-based company MSP Sports Capital for investment in the club. Sources have said the deal is not yet done but talks are progressing between the two parties over future funding. MSP look to have jumped ahead of 777 Partners, who have been in talks over a takeover from owner Farhad Moshiri. Everton are currently two points above the Premier League’s relegation zone with one game remaining this season. However, the Toffees will drop into the bottom three if Leicester win at Newcastle on Monday (20:00 BST). MSP are believed to be looking for a 25% stake with a preferential share structure, not equity in the club, so would be paid back in interest. 77...
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Man City celebrate title with win over Chelsea

Ilkay Guendogan of Manchester City lifts the Premier League trophy following the Premier League match between Manchester City and Chelsea FC at Etihad Stadium on May 21, 2023 in Manchester, England.Manchester City celebrated a third successive Premier League title triumph with victory over Chelsea in a relaxed party atmosphere at Etihad Stadium. City were confirmed as champions without even playing after Nottingham Forest’s win against Arsenal on Saturday, allowing manager Pep Guardiola to make nine changes from the side that thrashed Real Madrid to reach the Champions League final. Erling Haaland was rested but Julian Alvarez provided the cutting edge in his absence with a clinical finish to put City ahead after 12 minutes, as their jubilant fans basked in warm sunshine waiting for the tr...
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