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‘Makes sense’, ‘Not serious’: Some Arsenal fans react to David Ornstein update on player
Some Arsenal fans have produced a mixed reaction on Twitter after learning that William Saliba could be loaned out to Marseille next season. The 20-year-old joined the club from Saint-Etienne for around £27 million, but he has yet to make a competitive appearance for them. He was anticipated to make his debut last term, but did not play under Mikel Arteta before he was loaned out to Nice at the turn of the year. The club are now prioritising a move for another centre-back. They are in advanced negotiations with Brighton & Hove Albion for Ben White. According to The Athletic’s David Ornstein, the Gunners are willing to loan out Saliba for another season to secure regular first-team football. A move to Marseille appears on the cards, but a loan fee remains to be negotiated. It is re...
Arsenal warned off signing £35 million international star
Not long to go now folks! We’re around an hour away from the start of the quarter-finals at the European Championships. It’s the ‘tough half of the draw’ this evening as Spain face Switzerland, while Italy go head-to-head with Belgium. On Saturday we’ve got Czech Republic against Denmark and England versus Ukraine. Or, as most of the English media would have you believe, England are playing and no one else. Ahead of the action, we’ve dug out three stories that have caught our attention for our latest Euro 2020 Diary. Arsenal warned off Locatelli ‘I’m not a manager, but it’s not something I would do if I was in Mikel Arteta’s shoes.’ Nigel Winterburn there, telling the current Arsenal boss not to sign Manuel Locatelli. The 23-year-old has been superb at Euro 2020, sparking talk that he coul...
Arsenal move closer to completing transfer deal, player on his way to England
Benfica left-back Nuno Tavares is on his way to England to complete his move to Arsenal. The 21-year-old’s agent, Rafael Santos, has posted a picture on his Facebook page showing him alongside his client in a plane at Lisbon International Airport. Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano claimed earlier this week that the Gunners had agreed an €8 million fee plus add-ons for Tavares. SL View Kieran Tierney recently signed a new five-year deal with Arsenal and Tavares will serve as his back-up. Tierney has struggled to stay fit since joining the Gunners and they haven’t had an adequate replacement. Tavares bagged three assists from 25 appearances in all competitions last term and has the potential to challenge Tierney next season. The Portugal U21 international featured as a substitute for Benfic...
Arsenal look to avoid another Serge Gnabry situation, 21-year-old offered new deal
Arsenal have offered a contract extension to Reiss Nelson, but there is no guarantee that the forward would be willing to sign, CBS Sports’ James Benge claims. The Gunners are looking to reinforce the squad, but there could be limited activity in the attacking department with most positions covered. They are currently aiming to extend contracts of their graduates, and talks are already underway with Emile Smith Rowe over an improved deal. It is now reported that the north London giants have offered an extension to Nelson whose contract expires in a couple of years’ time. However, the Gunners plan to loan him out after the renewal with interest from several Bundesliga clubs as well as Greek outfit Olympiacos. Nelson has given no indication that he would put pen-to-paper on a new deal. ...
Spurs will strike gold if Nuno can hijack deal for £34m Arsenal target this summer – SL View
Nuno Espirito Santo has become the new manager of Tottenham Hotspur, the club confirmed yesterday. The Portuguese will now work alongside Fabio Paratici in bringing in the right profile of players at Spurs to bolster the squad ahead of next season. While keeping hold of Harry Kane should be top priority, the north London club must also look to add quality players in defence and midfield this summer. Last summer, Spurs added depth in midfield by landing Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, and he turned out to be a smart addition for the club. However, Harry Winks and Moussa Sissoko have been disappointing and the duo should be offloaded this summer. With that in mind, Tottenham should make a move for Ruben Neves this summer. Nuno knows Neves very well having coached him at Wolves. The Portugal internati...
West Ham and Watford keen on signing £20m-rated striker from Premier League giants – report
West Ham United and Watford are among the Premier League clubs interested in signing Arsenal striker Eddie Nketiah this summer, Football.London’s Chris Wheatley reports. Nketiah had a frustrating 2020/21 campaign with the Gunners where he was the back-up option behind Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette. He was restricted to just over 1,300 minutes of game time across 30 appearances, but still impressed by finding the back of the net on six occasions. With just one year left on his contract, Nketiah is attracting widespread interest. Bayer Leverkusen are keen on luring him to the Bundesliga. The 22-year-old is also on the radar of West Ham United and newly-promoted Watford. Sportslens view: Nketiah’s future with the Gunners appears bleak after the club handed a new five-year ...
Arsenal one of the clubs leading the chase for 26-yr-old, Spurs linked as well
Lazio attacker Joaquin Correa has been linked with a move to the Premier League in recent weeks. According to Calciomercato, the 26-year-old Argentine international could be on his way out of the Italian club this summer. Former Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri has taken over at the Italian club and is likely to employ a 4-3-3 system next season. Correa is not an ideal fit for the system, and Lazio could look to cash in on, with a fee of around €50 million likely to be enough to secure his services. Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain have been linked with Correa, with the latter two clubs believed to be leading the race to sign him. Correa bagged 11 goals and six assists in all competitions last term, and his ability to play across the front line makes him a tempting proposit...
Chris Sutton’s three-word reaction as Rangers star is linked with Man Utd
Manchester United want to sign Rangers right-back and skipper James Tavernier, according to 90min. Arsenal, Brighton & Hove Albion and Norwich City are also interested in bringing him back to the Premier League. The Rangers star ended last season with 15 goals and 10 assists across all competitions and helped the Ibrox side win their 55th Scottish Premiership title. Tavernier impressed in the domestic league and the Europa League, and it seems he has attracted the Red Devils and co. However, Celtic legend Chris Sutton has rejected the idea on Twitter. This is unlikely… https://t.co/vEX1SguswI — Chris Sutton (@chris_sutton73) June 30, 2021 Sportslens View Although the 29-year-old is undoubtedly the best right-back in the Scottish top-flight, the report linking him with a move to Man Utd...
Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus enter race to sign Arsenal star valued at €20 million – report
Paris Saint-Germain have joined Roma and Juventus in the race to sign Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka this summer, Il Romanista report. The Switzerland international has been with the Gunners for the past five seasons, but he has been fancied to head for the exit door this summer. He has reportedly agreed personal terms with Roma, but there has been no progress over a transfer as they have yet to meet the Gunners’ demands. Juventus recently joined the pursuit of the 28-year-old, and it is now reported that Roma could face more competition in the form of Paris Saint-Germain. Sportslens view: Xhaka recently spoke glowingly about new Roma head coach Jose Mourinho and talked about his admiration for Rome. Mourinho has been a long-term admirer of Xhaka as well, and a move to the Giallorossi wou...
2 England, 1 Belgium, 2 Switzerland – Best XI from the round of 16
As the group stages came to a close, the knockout rounds of Euro 2020 begun, and the round of 16 certainly didn’t disappoint. We’ve had everything you could possibly want. Penalty shootouts, giant killings, last gasp winners, eight-goal thrillers, screamers, VAR drama – it’s what we live for as football fans. Here are our picks for the best XI from the round of 16. Jordan Pickford (GK) – England’s goalkeeper position has been the subject of debate for a while now, with many of the fans preferring the likes of Nick Pope and Dean Henderson over the Everton stopper. However, Gareth Southgate stuck with Pickford and has been rewarded for his faith. Against Germany, the 27-year-old was on top of his game, making crucial saves to deny Timo Werner and Kai Havertz at 0-0. Cesar Azpilicueta (R...
Arsenal to make big-money offer for £40m star after Euro 2020 campaign, not Ben White – report
Arsenal are prepared to make a big-money offer for Sheffield United goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale following England’s Euro 2020 campaign, The Star reports. The Gunners are looking to sign a homegrown shot-stopper this summer, and they have identified Ramsdale as their top transfer target. The club have already expressed their interest through intermediaries over the weekend, and it is now reported that they are lining up an offer. The north London giants are unlikely to meet the £40 million price tag but will come up with a bid that could seriously test United’s resolve. Ramsdale has been identified as a potential replacement for Bernd Leno. Mikel Arteta is open to selling the German if the club can land a quality replacement. Sportslens view: Ramsdale made his return to the Blades for&nb...
Arteta will secure masterstroke signing if Arsenal can land £26m target this summer – SL View
Arsenal are showing keen interest in Renato Sanches this summer, and he would be a masterstroke signing if they can pull off a deal for him. The Lille midfielder was simply outstanding in the European Championships before Portugal were eliminated in the round of 16 by Belgium. According to Calciomercato, Serie A giants Juventus are rivalling Arsenal to sign the Portugal midfielder. The 23-year-old is finally coming of age after a troubled spell at Bayern Munich. Arsenal finished eighth in the Premier League last season, one of the most disappointing campaigns in the club’s recent history, and Mikel Arteta wants to revamp his squad. Signing a midfielder is a priority for the Gunners, with Granit Xhaka likely to leave this summer. He is reportedly wanted by Roma. Sanches has b...
