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WEST HAM have begun searching for a new goalkeeper and Fulham’s Marcus Bettinelli is a leading contender. The 25-year-old has impressed in Fulham’s push for promotion this season.

ISLAM SLIMANI will miss the final three games of his loan spell at Newcastle through suspension after accepting a charge of violent conduct for kicking out at West Brom defender Craig Dawson during last Saturday’s 1-0 defeat.

ACCRINGTON STANLEY are to build a new £1million stand following their promotion to League One.

REAL MADRID legend Raul took part in Tottenham’s training yesterday as he studies for his professional coaching badges.

NAPOLI will be interested in Antonio Conte if Chelsea lure coach Maurizio Sarri to Stamford Bridge. Sarri, 59, is emerging as the leading contender to succeed Conte as Chelsea manager at the end of the season.