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Metro
12 hours ago
- Sport
- Metro
Tottenham confident of signing Chelsea-linked forward with £85m release clause
Tottenham have stepped up their interest in Mohammed Kudus and club bosses are optimistic they can strike a cut-price deal for the West Ham forward this summer. Kudus, 24, has racked up 19 goals and 13 assists in 80 appearances since joining the Hammers from Ajax in a £40million move from Ajax in 2023. But there is mounting speculation that Kudus could be set for the exit door at the London Stadium, with several top teams alerted to a potential agreement for the Ghana international. Chelsea have been credited with a strong interest as they scour the transfer market for attacking reinforcements having already signed Liam Delap from Ipswich. But the Blues have instead decided to focus their attentions on Brighton's Joao Pedro and Borussia Dortmund's Jamie Gittens, who are both expected to finalise transfers to Stamford Bridge over the coming days. Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link we'll send you so we can get football news tailored to you. According to The Telegraph, Spurs would be prepared to break their 'unofficial transfer embargo' with West Ham to land Kudus and are ready to make their move. Scott Parker was the last player to make the controversial switch way back in 2011. The report states that Tottenham's hierarchy are upbeat about their chances of reaching an agreement with the Irons for a fee 'well below' Kudus' £85m release clause, which is said to be valid for the first ten days of July. It's claimed West Ham will listen to offers for Kudus as they look to raise funds for a summer rebuild under Graham Potter – and the ex-Ajax man is 'open' to the idea of a move across the capital. However, Spurs – who appointed Thomas Frank as their new head coach earlier this month – may first need to offload players before tempting West Ham with an opening bid for Kudus. Kudus' current deal with the Hammers runs through to June 2028. Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo, Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo and Crystal Palace's Eberechi Eze have also been linked with moves to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in recent weeks and months. Asked about his West Ham future in April, Kudus told SportsBoom: 'I'm just here to play my football, enjoy myself, and help the team as much as I can. 'The future will take care of itself.' Spurs wrapped up their first piece of summer transfer business a fortnight ago as they confirmed that Mathys Tel had signed on a permanent basis following an initial loan deal. The 20-year-old Frenchman put pen to paper on a six-year deal, tying him to the club until 2031. 'I'm very, very excited about Mathys signing with a permanent deal,' Frank said of Tel's switch from Bayern Munich. 'I think he's a very talented player who can play across the front four positions. 'He's a goalscorer, that we can develop even further, and be even more consistent in his all-round game and also more consistent to land in the right positions in the box. I'm looking forward to it.' For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Man Utd, Arsenal and Tottenham offered Chelsea star after £60m transfer MORE: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to snap up former Chelsea and England star at Besiktas MORE: Man Utd surprise favourites to sign former England star on free transfer
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Irish Sun
EU Commissioner in new vow to nail Kinahan gangsters amid work towards long-term deal with UAE after ‘successful' visit
MICHAEL McGrath has vowed to nail gangsters like Daniel Kinahan. The Mr McGrath is responsible for democracy, justice, the rule of law and consumer protection. And he spoke out after Kinahan member While there isn't a single EU-wide extradition treaty with Dubai, Ireland recently signed a bilateral agreement with the Speaking to READ MORE ON KINAHAN CARTEL The ex-Finance Minister added: 'I'm personally determined to extend the network of agreements that we have on judicial co-operation with third countries.' The number of extraditions to Earlier this month, footie star The ex-Ajax star was arrested at his home in Most read in Irish News Mr McGrath revealed there was a 'very successful visit to the UAE' in April. This involved Eurojust, which is 'focused on judicial co-operation on an international basis'. Will the Kinahan Cartel now step in after bloodbath double shooting in Spanish bar Mr McGrath added: 'So we work very, very closely to increase the network of third country agreements we have, and the UAE would be among the list of countries that I would like to improve the level of co-operation with.' 1 The EU Commissioner will work to ensure that thugs can be extradited from Dubai
Daily Mirror
20-06-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Andre Onana offered Man Utd escape route as 'transfer negotiations begin'
Manchester United spent big to dump David de Gea and make Andre Onana their No.1 when signing him from Inter Milan two years ago at the behest of Erik ten Hag - but it's been a bumpy ride for the Cameroon stopper since moving to Old Trafford Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana could be handed an Old Trafford exit by French side Monaco - if he wants one. Onana has been United's undisputed No.1 since arriving from Inter Milan in a £44million in 2023. The ex-Ajax stopper joined at the behest of then-boss Erik ten Hag, who unceremoniously dumped long-time first choice David de Gea, having concluded that the Spaniard's style didn't fit what he wanted. It's been a difficult ride for the Cameroonian since, with a number of high-profile errors during United's two most disappointing Premier League campaigns in the league's history. And there are suggestions that Ruben Amorim and the club's hierarchy could cut their losses on Onana this summer. Aston Villa's Emi Martinez has been heavily linked with a move to United, amid suggestions that a £40m move could be in the offing for the Argentina international. Ironically Martinez was sent off at Old Trafford on the final day of last season, as Villa missed out on Champions League football. But to bring in a new No.1, United have to shift Onana out. He has no interest in being second choice and, frankly, is on too big a contract to be left in limbo. So United need to cut a deal for him first. And according to Sky in Italy, they're doing just that. It's claimed Monaco are opening negotiations with United to see if a deal can be done to take him to the Ligue 1 club this summer. Onana, 29, has made 101 appearances in all competitions for the Red Devils since his arrival. One player who snubbed a move this summer is club captain Bruno Fernandes, who revealed this week how United boss Amorim played a key role in his decision to snub a mega money offer from Saudi side Al-Hilal. The move would have trebled his current £300,000-a-week salary. "The president of Al Hilal called me a month ago to ask about the possibility of me moving there," said Fernandes. "I had to wait a while to think about the future. As I've always said, I would be willing to do it if United thought it was best to move on. I spoke with the coach, Ruben Amorim, who really tried to talk me out of it. " Manchester United said they didn't want to sell me. They said if I wanted to go I could, but they didn't need the money. From my side, it was a very ambitious proposal, the president was a fantastic person. I never talked about the money, it ended up coming up later, with my agent. "I had to make the decision as a family and understand what I wanted for my future. That was the question my wife asked, what my professional goals would be. At no point did she say yes or no, she always supported me and put my professional side first. "It was an easy move, even at a family level. I had Ruben Neves, Joao Cancelo. My children are used to playing with theirs. But I simply want to stay at the highest level, playing in the big competitions, because I still feel capable of that. "I want to continue to be happy and do what I love most. I'm still very passionate about this sport. It's my way of seeing football and I'm happy with my decision." Join our new MAN UTD WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Manchester United content from Mirror Football. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
Scottish Sun
14-06-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Andre Onana refuses to rule out Man Utd transfer exit as goalkeeper gives cryptic update on his future
ON POINT Andre Onana refuses to rule out Man Utd transfer exit as goalkeeper gives cryptic update on his future MANCHESTER UNITED goalkeeper Andre Onana hinted he may leave this summer. Onana, 29, endured a rocky season at Old Trafford with a few erroneous displays between the sticks. Advertisement 3 Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana hinted he may leave this summer 3 Onana has endured a turbulent campaign at Man Utd That has placed the keeper's future at risk with rumours suggesting he could be on his way out. The Cameroon international is now enjoying some time off and flew to Burkina Faso. Onana went to support ex-Ajax team-mate Bertrand Traore and his great initiative as he opened the Bertrand Traore Foundation, which is committed to making a lasting difference to disadvantaged children in Burkina Faso. The Cameroonian was then met by local media who asked him about his future at Man Utd and he suggested anything can happen with a cryptic response. Advertisement Onana said: 'Will I leave? I don't know, we'll see!' This comes amid reports suggesting the Red Devils are keeping tabs on Aston Villa star Emiliano Martinez. Arsenal, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid are also rumoured to be keeping tabs on Martinez. The goalkeeper fuelled speculation of an imminent exit at Villa Park when he broke down in tears and took a bow in front of the Holte End after his team's final home game of the season. Advertisement Some feared it was a farewell and since then he was also linked with a lucrative move to the Saudi Pro League. Meanwhile, Onana's contract doesn't run out until 2028, which means he has plenty of time to decide. Ruben Amorim responds to question about dropping Andre Onana after disasterclass against Lyon The shot-stopper has amassed a total of 101 appearances with the Manchester giants since his £47million move from Inter Milan in 2023. Onana counts 24 clean sheets and has conceded 148 goals during his two-year spell in Manchester. Advertisement
The Irish Sun
14-06-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Andre Onana refuses to rule out Man Utd transfer exit as goalkeeper gives cryptic update on his future
MANCHESTER UNITED goalkeeper Andre Onana hinted he may leave this summer. Advertisement 3 Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana hinted he may leave this summer 3 Onana has endured a turbulent campaign at Man Utd That has placed the keeper's future at risk with rumours suggesting he could be on his way out. The Cameroon international is now enjoying some time off and flew to Burkina Faso. Onana went to support ex-Ajax team-mate Bertrand Traore and his great initiative as he opened the Bertrand Traore Foundation, which is committed to making a lasting difference to disadvantaged children in Burkina Faso. The Cameroonian was then met by local media who asked him about his future at Advertisement Read More on Man Utd Onana said: 'Will I leave? I don't know, we'll see!' This comes amid reports suggesting , Barcelona and Atletico Madrid are also rumoured to be keeping tabs on Martinez. The goalkeeper fuelled speculation of an imminent exit at Villa Park when Advertisement Most read in Football Exclusive Some feared it was a farewell and since then he was also linked with a lucrative move to the Saudi Pro League. Meanwhile, Onana's contract doesn't run out until 2028, which means he has plenty of time to decide. Ruben Amorim responds to question about dropping Andre Onana after disasterclass against Lyon The shot-stopper has amassed a total of 101 appearances with the Manchester giants since his Onana counts 24 clean sheets and has conceded 148 goals during his two-year spell in Manchester. Advertisement 3
