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Sunday's Transfer Talk Update: Raul Asencio, Antonio Rudiger, Ilkay Gundogan

sportsmole.co.uk, 2 March 2025, 06:45
All transfer business is done and dusted for this season, but that doesn't stop clubs from preparing ahead for next season.

Sunday morning's headlines:

Manchester City transfer latest: Why Kevin De Bruyne could sign contract extension despite Saudi Pro League, MLS interest

Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne could reject moves to the Saudi Pro League and to MLS clubs and accept a short-term deal to stay with the Citizens. Read more.

Liverpool transfer latest: Will Arne Slot beat Barcelona, Real Madrid to Andrew Robertson replacement in summer window?

Liverpool may soon make an approach for a potential successor to Andrew Robertson, with concerns about the long-term future of the Reds defender under Arne Slot. Read more.

Real Madrid transfer news: Los Blancos 'to battle Liverpool, Man United' for Bournemouth star

Real Madrid reportedly join the likes of Liverpool and Manchester United in the race for for Bournemouth defender Milos Kerkez. Read more.

Man United wonderkid 'wanted by Barcelona' as Catalan giants 'look to take advantage' of English club's financial concerns

Barcelona are allegedly interested in signing Manchester United attacker Alejandro Garnacho during this summer's transfer window. Read more.

Real Madrid centre-back 'turns down' new contract following £33m Premier League transfer rejection

Real Madrid defender Raul Asencio apparently turns down Los Blancos' first offer of a new contract amid interest from 'several teams' in the burgeoning centre-back. Read more.

Man United transfer news: Ruben Amorim 'pinpoints' £30m Championship star for summer 'hijack'

Manchester United could reportedly try to hijack Newcastle United's move for Burnley's James Trafford as they search for a potential Andre Onana successor. Read more.

Arsenal 'target' Joshua Kimmich sent transfer warning by Bayern chief as Martin Zubimendi question answered

Bayern Munich director of sport Max Eberl warns Joshua Kimmich that no player is above the club as the Arsenal-linked midfielder hesitates over a new contract. Read more.

Arsenal 'to rival AC Milan' in £50m transfer battle for Premier League star

Arsenal are reportedly preparing to battle Italian giants AC Milan for the signature of Wolverhampton Wanderers left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri. Read more.

Liverpool transfer news: Reds preparing to 'tempt' Chelsea into centre-back sale

Liverpool are reportedly considering whether to make an effort to tempt Chelsea into selling Levi Colwill in the summer transfer window. Read more.

"Very happy" Antony opens up on Real Betis move but is there a future for the talented forward at Man United?

Manchester United forward Antony says that he is "very happy" at Real Betis, with the Brazilian regaining his confidence at the La Liga club. Read more.

Man United transfer news: Casemiro to be offered escape route by Serie A giants?

Italian giants AC Milan are reporting considering a potential move for experienced Manchester United midfielder Casemiro. Read more.

Chelsea transfer news: Brazilian starlet Denner on brink of €15m Stamford Bridge switch?

Chelsea are reportedly closing in on a €15m (£12.38m) deal to secure the signature of yet another Brazilian prospect. Read more.

Liverpool's 'unbalanced' attacker wanted by Atletico Madrid as Reds make £57.8m transfer call

Liverpool attacker Luis Diaz apparently catches the eye of Atletico Madrid, whose CEO recently denied any interest in another Reds attacker. Read more.

Joshua Kimmich update: Arsenal-linked midfielder 'set contract deadline' by Bayern Munich after Gunners 'talks'

Bayern Munich allegedly set experienced midfielder Joshua Kimmich a deadline to make a decision on a new contract amid interest from Premier League giants Arsenal. Read more.

Man City transfer news: Pep Guardiola confirms Bernardo Silva, Ilkay Gundogan exit stance in huge triple admission

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola confirms whether he intends to keep working with experienced midfield duo Bernardo Silva and Ilkay Gundogan next year. Read more.

Written by

Andy Brent

2 March 2025
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Sunday's Turkish Super Lig predictions including Fenerbahce vs. Antalyaspor
Caykur Rizespor vs. Alanyaspor (Sunday, 10.30am) As both sides look to define their season in the Turkish Super Lig, Caykur Rizespor are set to host Alanyaspor at the Caykur Didi Stadyumu on Sunday. The hosts will be looking to bounce back from their cup defeat earlier this week, while the Simsekler will be hoping to make it three games unbeaten.
2 March 2025
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Sunday's Primeira Liga predictions including Rio Ave vs. Braga
Moreirense vs. Estrela Amadora (Sunday, 3.30pm) Estrela Amadora will be looking to pick up consecutive away wins for the first time this season when they visit the Parque de Jogos Comendador Joaquim de Almeida Freitas to face Moreirense on Sunday. Having suffered a 2-1 defeat in September's reverse fixture, Os verdes e brancos will aim to get one over the visitors this weekend as they continue their push for a top-half finish.
2 March 2025
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Sunday's Eredivisie predictions including Almere City vs. Ajax
Heerenveen vs. AZ (Sunday, 11.15am) Aiming to make it four straight league victories and crack the top three of the Eredivisie table, AZ Alkmaar will travel to the Abe Lenstra Stadion to take on Heerenveen on Sunday. The visitors only trail third spot on goal difference and progressed to the KNVB Cup final on Thursday, while their hosts sit ninth in the midst of a five-match winless run.
2 March 2025
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Sunday's La Liga predictions including Barcelona vs. Real Sociedad
Leganes vs. Getafe (Sunday, 1.00pm) Getafe will be bidding to return to winning ways in Spain's top flight when they head to Leganes on Sunday afternoon. The visitors are currently 14th in the La Liga table, boasting 30 points from their opening 25 matches of the campaign, while Leganes are 16th, just one point outside of the relegation zone at a crucial stage.
2 March 2025
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Sunday's Serie A predictions including AC Milan vs. Lazio
Monza vs. Torino (Sunday, 11.30am) Serie A's bottom club Monza will try to spark an unlikely escape from relegation on Sunday, when they face mid-table Torino. While the Brianzoli were beaten again last weekend, Toro tamed AC Milan and improved their prospects of a top-half finish. We say: Monza 0-1 Torino Monza have registered fewer touches in the opposition box than any other side in Serie A this season, while Torino rank 17th.
2 March 2025
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Sunday's Bundesliga predictions including Augsburg vs. Freiburg
Union Berlin vs. Holstein Kiel (Sunday, 2.30pm) Holstein Kiel must start picking up points to avoid relegation from the Bundesliga, beginning on Sunday away from home against Union Berlin at Stadion An der Alten Forsterei. Union are in 13th place with 24 points but were thrashedthrashed 6-0 by Borussia Dortmund on February 22, while the visitors were defeated 2-0 on the same day by Bayer Leverkusen and are last in 18th place with just 13 points.
2 March 2025
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Sunday's Ligue 1 predictions including Lyon vs. Brest
Lyon vs. Brest (Sunday, 2.00pm) Lyon will be aiming to return to winning ways when they welcome a struggling Brest side for round 24 of Ligue 1 this Sunday. Les Gones head into this clash on the back of a pulsating defeat to league leaders Paris Saint-Germain last weekend, a result that leaves them sixth in the standings with 36 points, four adrift of the Europa League spot and five behind Lille, who currently occupy the Champions League qualifiers place.
2 March 2025
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Sunday's Scottish Premiership predictions including Hibernian vs. Hearts
Hibernian vs. Hearts (Sunday, 12.30pm) Two sides looking to strengthen their places in the top six of the Scottish Premiership will come together on Sunday afternoon as Hibernian host Hearts at the Easter Road Stadium. The hosts are fourth in the table with 40 points from 28 games, while the visitors are sixth in the standings with 36 points from their 28 matches played.
2 March 2025
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Sunday's FA Cup predictions including Man United vs. Fulham
Newcastle vs. Brighton (Sunday, 1.45pm) Continuing their pursuit of a domestic cup double, Newcastle United take on Brighton & Hove Albion in Sunday's FA Cup quarter-final showdown at St James' Park. The Magpies edged a five-goal classic with Birmingham City to make it this far, whereas the Seagulls had to make it past top-flight opposition in the shape of Chelsea in round four.
2 March 2025
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Manchester City transfer latest: Why Kevin De Bruyne could sign contract extension despite Saudi Pro League, MLS interest
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne has reportedly set his sight on playing at the 2026 World Cup and is ready to accept a reduced role with the Citizens next season in order to secure his place with Belgium at the tournament.
1 March 2025
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Liverpool transfer latest: Will Arne Slot beat Barcelona, Real Madrid to Andrew Robertson replacement in summer window?
Liverpool have reportedly monitored Georgian wonderkid Saba Kharebashvili amidst interest from Barcelona and Real Madrid.
1 March 2025
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Manchester United
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has insisted the club are on the pathway back to success amidst mass redundancies under Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
1 March 2025
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Wilfried Zaha enjoys dream MLS debut as he rolls back years with MOTM display
Wilfried Zaha has wasted no time adjusting to life in MLS with Charlotte FC.
1 March 2025
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Istanbulvs.Sivasspor
In a clash that could impact the race for European football and the relegation battle in the Turkish Super Lig, Istanbul Basaksehir are set to host Sivasspor at Basaksehir Fatih Terim Stadium on Monday.
1 March 2025
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Ex-Al Nassr star appears to blame Cristiano Ronaldo for club's struggles
Al Nassr cult hero Anderson Talisca has got involved in his old side's affairs, leading to suggestions he was targeting Cristiano Ronaldo.
1 March 2025
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Man City3 - 1Plymouth
Manchester City's teenage starlet Nico O'Reilly was at the double as the Sky Blues secured a place in the FA Cup quarter-finals courtesy of a 3-1 comeback win over a spirited Plymouth Argyle side at the Etihad Stadium.
1 March 2025
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Betis2 - 1Real Madrid
Real Madrid's La Liga title hopes suffered a setback in Seville on Saturday evening, with the reigning champions suffering a 2-1 defeat to Manuel Pellegrini's Real Betis outfit.
1 March 2025
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Rangers boss in harsh prediction for Mourinho tie after breaking unwanted record
Barry Ferguson's Rangers honeymoon is already over two matches into his caretaker spell - and he thinks things could get even worse.
1 March 2025
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Real Madrid transfer news: Los Blancos 'to battle Liverpool, Man United' for Bournemouth star
Real Madrid have reportedly joined the race for Bournemouth defender Milos Kerkez, with Los Blancos preparing to battle a number of clubs for his signature during this summer's transfer window.
1 March 2025
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Goztepe SKvs.Samsunspor
Goztepe SK will look to end their four-game winless league run when they welcome Samsunspor to the Gursel Aksel Stadium on Monday.
1 March 2025
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Cunha goes from hero to zero as he is sent off for headbutt after screamer
Wolves talisman Matheus Cunha left his side a man down and out of the FA Cup with a bizarre last minute red card.
1 March 2025
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Man United wonderkid 'wanted by Barcelona' as Catalan giants 'look to take advantage' of English club's financial concerns
Barcelona are reportedly interested in signing Manchester United attacker Alejandro Garnacho during this summer's transfer window.
1 March 2025
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Crystal Palace3 - 1Millwall
Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta has provided an update on his condition after being rushed to hospital with a head and ear injury sustained by "the most reckless challenge" from Millwall goalkeeper Liam Roberts.
1 March 2025
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Man United 'identify Europa League specialist' as potential Ruben Amorim replacement
Manchester United reportedly view Aston Villa head coach Unai Emery as a potential replacement for Ruben Amorim, should the club decide to make another change in the dug-out at the end of the campaign.
1 March 2025
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FA to investigate homophobic chants from Millwall fans to Crystal Palace player
Millwall supporters are set to be investigated by the Football Association for homophobic chants aimed at Ben Chilwell.
1 March 2025
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Man Cityvs.Plymouth
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has made 11 changes to his starting lineup for this evening's FA Cup fifth-round tie against Plymouth Argyle at the Etihad Stadium.
1 March 2025
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'An absolute disgrace' - VAR chaos at Bournemouth leaves broadcasters furious
Bournemouth and Wolves fans both made their feelings known during a chaotic, seven-minute VAR review in their FA Cup clash.
1 March 2025
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Man Utdvs.Fulham
The reigning FA Cup holders take on a team who have never won the tournament in Sunday's fifth-round contest, as Manchester United welcome Fulham to their Old Trafford home.
1 March 2025
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Frank Lampard achieves 39-year feat as Coventry move into play-offs
Frank Lampard has guided Coventry to their first league double over Oxford in 39 years to boost their play-off hopes.
1 March 2025
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Real Madrid centre-back 'turns down' new contract following £33m Premier League transfer rejection
Real Madrid defender Raul Asencio has apparently turned down Los Blancos' first offer of a new contract amid interest from 'several teams' in the burgeoning centre-back.
1 March 2025
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Man United transfer news: Ruben Amorim 'pinpoints' £30m Championship star for summer 'hijack'
Manchester United could reportedly try to hijack Newcastle United's move for Burnley's James Trafford as they search for a potential Andre Onana successor.
1 March 2025
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Revolutionary new football rule approved and it will start from next season
A new rule is set to be introduced next season to combat time-wasting from goalkeepers.
1 March 2025
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Sporting Lisbonvs.Estoril
Following their cup success in midweek, Sporting Lisbon will aim to build on that momentum when they return to Primeira Liga action on Monday for round 24, welcoming Estoril Praia to Estadio Jose Alvalade.
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Barcelonavs.Real Sociedad
Barcelona will continue their La Liga campaign with a home fixture against Real Sociedad on Sunday afternoon.
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'What happened?' - Wrexham fans puzzled as Paul Mullin left out of squad again
Paul Mullin was once again not part of Wrexham's matchday squad for their goalless draw with Bolton on Saturday.
1 March 2025
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Arsenal 'target' Joshua Kimmich sent transfer warning by Bayern chief as Martin Zubimendi question answered
Bayern Munich director of sport Max Eberl has warned Joshua Kimmich that no player is above the club as the Arsenal-linked midfielder reportedly hesitates over a new contract.
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