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      Arsenal to bid again for Ajax ace Jurrien Timber after having £30m offer rejected in transfer was with Man Utd

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      ARSENAL are reportedly prepared to launch a second bid for Ajax defender Jurrien Timber.The Gunners had a £30million offer turned down earlier this week, with Ajax demanding £50m for the 22-year-old Dutchman.
      Arsenal are set to submit a second bid for TimberCredit: Getty
      But according to The Daily Mail, they are now set to table a new proposal.
      Arsenal chiefs are said to be reluctant to match Ajax’s asking price, but they believe a compromise can be reached in the coming days.
      Mikel Arteta considers Timber a priority transfer target and he is eager to sign the defender before pre-season starts.
      Personal terms have already been agreed.
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      Timber signed a contract extension with Ajax last summer, despite receiving interest from Manchester United.
      However, he has been given the green light to leave the Johan Cruyff Arena before the 2023-24 campaign kicks off.
      Arsenal are already on the verge of signing Kai Havertz from Chelsea.
      A £65m agreement was struck with the Blues earlier this week, with the midfielder set to undergo an imminent medical abroad.
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      The Gunners are also pushing to sign Declan Rice from West Ham.
      Arsenal have had two bids turned down in the past week, but they are set to submit a third offer that will be closer to the Hammers’ £100m asking price.
      However, the pressure is on as Manchester City have entered the race to sign the England midfielder. More

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      Jack Grealish hints at Declan Rice transfer as fans notice his latest ‘like’ on Twitter amid Man City and Arsenal battle

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      MANCHESTER CITY star Jack Grealish could’ve just let slip Declan Rice’s next club after he liked a specific tweet. Rice is hot property this summer with a transfer battle ongoing for the West Ham captain between Man City and Arsenal.
      Jack Grealish and Declan Rice play together for the England national team
      But Grealish seemingly hinted at his England teammate’s destination whilst scrolling through his Twitter feed.
      The treble winner liked a video created by a West Ham fan titled ‘Westchester City’.
      The clip draws on similarities between Man City and the East London club with the backing track of ’We Go Together’ from the movie Grease.
      The video was uploaded following suggestions that the Cityzens are nearing a deal for Rice after reports emerged about their incoming offer.
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      Grealish liked the uploaded video on Twitter and now West Ham fans seem convinced that he will be joining the treble winners next season.
      One fan wrote: “Grealish has 100% been on the blower to Rice convincing him.”
      Arsenal looked favourites to sign Rice for a while, but have since had two bids rejected by The Hammers.
      The latest bid, which totalled £90million, wasn’t seen as enough to pry the 24-year-old out of West Ham’s grip.
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      It is reported that any deal would likely need to be in excess of £100million to convince the club to sell their captain.
      Manchester City are rumoured to be expected to launch their first bid imminently as they look to replace the departing Ilkay Gundogan who looks all but confirmed as a Barcelona player. More

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      Thomas Partey’s Saudi Arabia transfer ‘could be hijacked with Arsenal star continuing to play European football’

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      ARSENAL midfielder Thomas Partey has drawn interest from Italian giants Juventus amid linked move to Saudi Arabia.Partey, 30, played a key role for Arsenal last season as they came close to winning the Premier League title.
      Partey has been linked with a move to the Saudi Pro League but he could also have the choice of Serie A.Credit: Getty
      Yet the Ghana international could be sold this summer after losing his place to Jorginho towards the end of the season.
      The midfielder has attracted offers from three Saudi Arabian clubs, who are prepared to pay £35.4m in instalments.
      But whether he favours a move away from Europe is a different matter.
      Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has reported that Italian giants Juventus have contacted Arsenal over a potential deal for Partey.
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      The reports also indicates that Juventus are open to pursuing Partey should France midfielder Adrien Rabiot fail to renew his contract.
      It comes amid uncertainty over Rabiot’s future, with the France international being linked with a move to Manchester United.
      Partey, 28, is reportedly valued at around £30million – a drop on the £45m the Gunners paid Atletico Madrid for him in 2020.
      The Ghana international may not be the only midfielder heading for the door as Granit Xhaka is close to finally joining Bayer Leverkusen.
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      Mikel Arteta continues to pursue Declan Rice, with West Ham rejecting Arsenal’s improved offer of £90 million.
      West Ham are reportedly demanding a British-record £110million fee for Rice, and Partey’s sale could help fund such a move.
      Brighton star Moises Caicedo has similar attributes to Partey and is a player Arsenal have wanted since January.
      Arsenal are also leading the race for Romeo Lavia, who is set to leave Southampton following their relegation from the Premier League last season. More

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      Man Utd Treble winner tells Declan Rice to SNUB his old club and make Man City transfer instead

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      A MANCHESTER United Treble winner has urged Declan Rice to snub his old club in favour of a move to rivals Manchester City.Rice, 24, finds himself in the middle of a three-way transfer tug of war between United, City and Arsenal.
      Rice has been urged to join Manchester CityCredit: Rex
      David Ornstein reported that City will submit an offer today amid “serious interest” in the England international.
      Arsenal looked to be in the driving seat in the race for Rice but after having two bids rejected by West Ham they have left the door open for other clubs.
      United had been put on alert by the rejected bids as they are long-time admirers of Rice, but are operating under financial constraints until the status of their takeover is clearer.
      And former United forward Dwight Yorke has said that if each of the three interested clubs make an offer, the choice for Rice should be straightforward.
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      Speaking to Lord Ping, Yorke said: “If it was me and Manchester City were interested, then they would be the first choice because of how they play and the trophies they win.
      “I wouldn’t rule Manchester United out because they’re on an upwards trajectory and want to get better.
      “I wouldn’t go to Chelsea at the moment because of the disgruntled team.
      “Arsenal would be a good choice if I wanted to stay in London, but Manchester City would be my first choice and Manchester United second.”
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      Dwight Yorke won the Treble with United in 1999Credit: Getty
      Arsenal had been the clear front-runners for Rice’s signature, with the midfielder being the club’s top priority and Rice keen on the move.
      But City’s late interest has thrown a curve-ball into things, and it is believed they will be in a favourable position to land the midfielder given West Ham’s established interest in Kalvin Phillips.
      The Hammers see Phillips as one of their top-targets to replace the departing Rice and a player plus cash deal could suit all parties.
      Arsenal have had a busy start to the transfer window as they look to be on the verge of signing Ajax’s Jurrien Timber, 22, and Chelsea’s Kai Havertz, 24.
      However missing out on Rice would be a significant blow, particularly after missing out on fellow top target Moises Caicedo, 21 – who looks to be Chelsea bound. More

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      Arsenal missed out on buying Juan Mata in 2011 because of ‘Wenger’s dithering’ over fee, before Chelsea signed him

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      ARSENAL missed out on signing Juan Mata from Valencia in 2011, according to the club’s former transfer negotiator Dick Law.The Spanish playmaker had agreed personal terms with the Gunners about making the switch to North London, but the club dithered over the price tag set by the LaLiga outfit.
      Arsenal missed out on signing Juan Mata from Valenica in 2011 to Chelsea
      This led rivals Chelsea to swoop in and secure the services of Mata, who had chipped in with nine goals and 18 assists in 43 games during the 2010-11 season.
      Arsenal were crying out for a creative midfielder as they looked to replace Cesc Fabregas and Samir Nasri, who were seeking an exit from the club.
      But Arsene Wenger and the club were put off by the combined value of the transfer fee for Mata as well as his contract, which would have totalled £37million.
      Law had travelled to Spain to meet with Mata’s father, and he has stated that the player was keen to make the move to the Emirates.
      Speaking to The Athletic, he said: “Then we waited. Juan definitely wanted to come to Arsenal, there was no question about that.”
      When asked if Arsenal ever considered paying above their valuation of a player, Law declared that it was never spoken about.
      He added: “I don’t think that calculation ever entered our equation.
      “We didn’t have the money to say, ‘We’ll spend a bit more’.”
      Arsenal have missed out on some of the world’s biggest stars
      Arsenal eventually managed to lure the now Gunners manager Mikel Arteta to the club on deadline day, while Mata enjoyed a stunning season at Stamford Bridge.
      Mata recorded 12 goals and 20 assists in 54 games in all competitions, helping the club to Champions League and FA Cup glory.
      His performances led him to winning Chelsea’s Player of the Year in his first two seasons, before he was sold to Manchester United in January 2014 after falling out of favour under Jose Mourinho.
      Mata is part of a long list of stars who came close to joining Arsenal, with Lionel Messi, Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Paul Pogba all linked with moves. More

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      Barcelona fans hail ‘our new queen’ as it emerges Gundogan’s stunning wife is to thank for his Arsenal transfer snub

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      BARCELONA fans thanked Ilkay Gundogan’s wife after reports she helped convince her husband to sign for the Spanish champions.Gundogan, 32, is said to have reached an agreement with the Catalan giants as he prepares to complete a free transfer.
      Ilkay Gundogan’s wife Sara Arfaoui has been praised by Barcelona fansCredit: Getty
      She is said to have been integral in her husband moving to the LaLiga championsCredit: Getty
      His Manchester City contract expires at the end of June.
      The German international was heavily linked with a move to City’s Premier League rivals Arsenal.
      But Spanish media have now claimed his wife Sara Arfaoui – a French model and TV presenter – has been calling on Gundogan to join Barcelona “for years”.
      She is said to have been the “one who pushed the hardest to make it happen”.
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      And supporters of the LaLiga winners were quick to praise her for helping complete her husband’s transfer – which is set to be a two-year deal.
      One said: “Our new queen.”
      Another added: “Ladies and gents, we have a new favourite 💐.”
      A third responded: “Her Majesty The Queen. Thank you for your service.”
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      Sara married Gundogan last yearCredit: Instagram @sarabenamira
      She is understood to have wanted to move to Barcelona for a number of yearsCredit: Instagram @sarabenamira
      Sara has immediately received positives messages from Barcelona fansCredit: Rex
      And a fourth replied: “Legend in my book.”
      Gundogan, 32, who came to England from Borussia Dortmund in 2016, was instrumental in Man City’s historic Treble-winning season – in which they captured the Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup.
      The former Borussia Dortmund lit the blue touch paper in the FA Cup final against Manchester United with a superb volley after just 12 seconds – before he added the winner in the second half.
      But he was coy about his future after helping City secure their second of three trophies.
      He said: “To be honest, I don’t need these kinds of days to feel appreciated and to feel special in this club.
      “I know that, that’s why I’m here seven years, all the ups and downs that I’ve had so far.
      “Nothing is decided yet, so we’re going to see what is going to happen.”
      Sara is a French model and TV presenterCredit: Instagram @sarabenamira
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      Jurrien Timber ‘AGREES Arsenal transfer’ with Gunners set to launch bid for Ajax defender

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      AJAX defender Jurrien Timber has agreed to join Arsenal, according to reports.The Gunners have been pushing to sign the Dutchman since the transfer window opened.
      Timber has agreed to join ArsenalCredit: Getty
      And according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, they are edging closer to sealing a deal.
      Arsenal have already agreed personal terms with Timber, who has his heart set on a move to the Emirates Stadium.
      They are now set to launch a second bid for him this week.
      The Gunners submitted an offer worth £30million earlier this month, but it was turned down by Ajax.
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      The Eredivisie giants set an asking price of £50m for Timber, but Arsenal are convinced that they will be able to negotiate a smaller fee.
      Arsenal officials reportedly held secret talks with the defender in London last month, which played a big part in his decision to join the Gunners.
      Manchester United chased a deal for Timber last summer, but they could not strike an agreement with Ajax.
      Instead, the 22-year-old signed a contract extension.
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      However, in March he dropped a big hint he could be on the move.
      As quoted by Ajax Life, Timber said: “Transfer? You never know what crosses your path.
      “This summer I will look at my options and make a decision.
      “I feel good at Ajax, that’s important for now. Last summer there was interest, but I chose to stay at Ajax.” More

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      lkay Gundogan’s transfer to Barcelona ‘CONFIRMED’ in bitter blow for Arsenal as LaLiga giants swoop in at eleventh hour

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      BARCELONA have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Ilkay Gundogan, it’s been claimed.The Manchester City midfielder is set to become a free agent at the end of the month following the expiration of his contract at Eastlands.
      Ilkay Gundogan will become a free agent at the end of the monthCredit: GETTY
      Spanish giants Barcelona have reportedly swooped for the Germany internationalCredit: REX
      The 32-year-old is said to have agreed a two-year deal at the Nou CampCredit: REX
      Gundogan was offered a new one-year deal at the Etihad but snubbed the offer in order to move onto pastures new.
      And according to reports, the Germany international has decided to join Spanish giants Barcelona.
      It’s claimed Gundogan has inked a two-year deal at the Nou Camp with the option of a further 12 months.
      Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano tweeted: “Ilkay Gundogan to Barcelona, here we go!
      “Final approval arrived on [the] club side to register him as [a] new signing, green light from the player.
      “It’s done deal, signed [a] few minutes ago.
      “Gundogan has agreed a two-year deal valid until June 2025 with option for [a] further year.”
      Barcelona’s reported snapping up of Gundogan will be a hammer blow to City’s Premier League rivals Arsenal.
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      Gunners boss Mikel Arteta was hoping to lure the City fan favourite to the Emirates this summer to boost his side’s chances of Prem glory next season.
      But the prospect of playing his football at the Nou Camp and winning a third domestic title in as many countries has seemingly been too much for the midfielder to resist.
      Gundogan, 32, was instrumental in Manchester City’s historic treble-winning season – in which they captured the Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup.
      The former Borussia Dortmund lit the blue touch paper in the FA Cup final against Manchester United earlier this month with a superb volley after just 12 seconds.
      Ilkay Gundogan lifted the Champions League trophy in his final Manchester City appearanceCredit: GETTY
      But he was coy about his future after helping City secure their second of three trophies.
      He said: “To be honest, I don’t need these kinds of days to feel appreciated and to feel special in this club.
      “I know that, that’s why I’m here seven years, all the ups and downs that I’ve had so far.
      “Nothing is decided yet, so we’re going to see what is going to happen.” More