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    Arsenal weighing up swap transfer for Galatasaray star Sacha Boey but face competition from Premier League rivals

    ARSENAL are weighing up a swap transfer for Galatasaray star Sacha Boey but face competition from a Premier League rival.The French full-back has emerged as a target for the Gunners this summer after an impressive season in Turkey.
    Arsenal could include a player in a deal to sign Sacha BoeyCredit: Getty
    Mikel Arteta is reportedly keen to strengthen his options at right-back in order to provide support for Ben White.
    White played in all 38 of Arsenal’s league matches during the 2022/23 season as fellow right-back Takehiro Tomiyasu dealt with multiple injury issues.
    Boey is understood to have been valued at £22million by Galatasaray, with Arsenal’s opening bid thought to be below this value.
    However, the Gunners could now land their man for a lower fee by including a player in the deal.

    According to journalist Resat Can Ozbudak, via Football London, Nuno Tavares could be included as part of the deal.
    The report adds that Tavares’ representatives have met with Galatasaray over a potential transfer.
    Tavares spent last season on loan at Marseille after joining Arsenal in 2021.
    His future is not set to be decided until after the Under-21 European Championships in Romania and Georgia.
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    Boey will also appear at the tournament after being called up by France’s under-21 side for the first time.
    Arsenal are not the only side after the 22-year-old, though, with Brighton & Hove Albion also making a bid for Boey.
    Turkish outlet 343 Digital reported last month that Brighton had submitted a £16million bid, said to be more than Arsenal’s opening offer.
    Boey made 33 appearances for Galatasaray last season as he helped his side win their first league title since 2019.
    Sacha Boey won the Turkish Super Lig with Galatasaray last seasonCredit: Getty More

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    Former Arsenal star’s stunning Wag joins no bra club in extremely low-cut top as fans brand her ‘so gorgeous’

    FILIPA BRANDAO wowed fans in a low-plunging top – after husband Cedric Soares wowed Fulham supporters in a high-rising season.Instagram sensation Filipa shared holiday photos without a bra in a thin wrap-round dress ideal for exotic evenings.
    Social media star Filipa Brandao is relishing a break with husband Cedric Soares
    Soares and Filipa are glowing on the end-of-season get-away
    Snaps of the luxury holiday dazzled Filipa’s Instagram followers
    The Portuguese model is on the crest of a wave, although her partner Soares’ next destination on the pitch is uncertain
    And her message “luv it here” entranced her 40,000 followers.
    One fan replied: “We love you thereee! So gorgeousss.”
    The Portuguese model, 32, who often posts glamorous images, was also called a “sexy cat”.
    She’s unwinding with Soares after the Arsenal right-back helped loan club Fulham finish an impressive tenth on their return to the Premier League.
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    The couple met in 2015, got engaged two years later and wed in 2019.
    Their first daughter Siena arrived the following year.
    And in all that time Filipa has regularly been seen following him games, with extra enthusiasm perhaps at internationals.
    Soares, 31, has won 34 Portuguese caps, peaking with Euro 2016 glory.
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    And during those internationals Filipa frequently dons the national shirt to cheer him on.
    Former Sporting Lisbon star Soares swapped Southampton for Arsenal in 2020.
    But he spent the second half of the current season with Fulham after struggling for game-time during the Gunners’ title surge.
    And not only did Manchester City roar back to retain their crown, Soares ended the campaign on the subs’ bench for the Cottagers.
    But he can surely enjoy the bigger picture – as shared by Filipa on her Instagram profile.
    She wrote: “I’m not lucky, I’m blessed.
    “My Family is the most precious thing I have in my life.” More

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    Laura Woods left stunned and devastated live on talkSPORT after latest Arsenal transfer blow

    LAURA WOODS literally couldn’t face Arsenal’s latest transfer blow.The talkSPORT presenter recoiled in horror live on air when hearing that Chelsea are tipped to usurp her beloved Gunners in the hunt for Brighton’s Moises Caicedo.
    Laura Woods was unhappy to hear of the latest developments in Arsenal’s pursuit of Moises Caicedo
    Shock, paper, shivers – Laura reacts to Chelsea’s interest in Caicedo
    ITV star Laura couldn’t hide her disappointment so she hid her face – covering it with paper.
    Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is reportedly prioritising four major signings this summer.
    That’s thought to include two central midfielders, a full-back and central defender.
    West Ham skipper Declan Rice remains his dream recruit.
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    But Bayern Munich are also keen, with the two Manchester giants plus Liverpool likewise mentioned in connection with the England anchorman.
    But after having two January bids for Caicedo rejected in January, the Gunners are said to have agreed terms for the £80million-rated Ecuador.
    So Laura reacted with “Oh, for God’s sake” when the possibility of Chelsea nipping in to sign the 21-year-old came up for discussion.
    Her mood only got worse when talkSPORT chief football correspondent Alex Crook suggested it was “quite likely” the Blues would win the race for Caicedo.
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    Laura shoved up the piece of paper to block out her anguished face.
    It follows Chelsea hijacking Arsenal’s pursuit of Mykhailo Mudryk in the last transfer window.
    The Gunners baulked as a bidding war turned crazy.
    And Chelsea signed Shakhtar Donetsk’s Ukraine winger on huge wages for £62m plus £35m potential add-ons.
    Arsenal could also face a double dent to their transfer plans from Barcelona.
    The Spanish champions are closing on Wolves midfielder Ruben Neves and boss Xavi also fancies Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi. More

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    Wolves star Ruben Neves ‘set to complete free transfer but manager DOESN’T WANT’ Arsenal target

    RUBEN NEVES is reportedly set to complete a free transfer to Barcelona.However there is one issue with the move, manager Xavi does not want the Wolves star.
    Ruben Neves is reportedly on his way to BarcelonaCredit: Getty
    However manager Xavi does not want himCredit: Getty
    And would rather the club signed Martin ZubimendiCredit: Getty
    According to Fichajes, the Spanish boss does not have “absolute confidence” in the Arsenal transfer target to play in the key position.
    Neves is said to have agreed on a four-year contract at the Nou Camp, however, the move still relies on Ansu Fati agreeing terms with Wolves.
    The club will not be spending any money on signing the Portuguese international as he will be involved in a swap deal that will see highly-rated Fati, 20, move the other way.
    Super-agent Jorge Mendes represents both the players and will be handling the negotiations.
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    The report claims that Xavi would prefer to sign a different Arsenal target to play the role instead.
    The outlet suggests that Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi is his preferred choice.
    He has been tipped as one of the best midfielders in Spain, with Xavi suggesting he is an “extraordinary pivot”.
    He said: “They mirror a bit our style of play.
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    “Zubimendi is an extraordinary defensive midfielder, he understands the model we like at Barça, and he dominates with and without the ball.”
    Zubimendi has a release clause of £52million, a transfer that would be a lot more expensive for Barcelona.
    The club is still dealing with the financial issues that have been a hindrance over the last year. More

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    Lazio star waves goodbye to fans as Man Utd, Arsenal and Liverpool battle for bargain summer transfer

    SERGEJ MILINKOVIC-SAVIC appeared to wave goodbye to Lazio fans during his last appearance of the season.The Serbian midfielder came off in the final minute against Empoli in the last game of the Serie A season.
    Sergej Milinkovic-Savic has been linked with an exit from LazioCredit: BT SPORT
    And he waved goodbye to Lazio fans while being subbed against EmpoliCredit: BT SPORT
    Milinkovic-Savic then applauded the fansCredit: Getty
    While walking off the pitch the Lazio star took a moment to wave to the fans amid rumours of a move to the Premier League.
    After the final whistle, he went over to applaud the fans he has played in front of for eight years.
    It comes after another impressive campaign in Italy’s capital having helped the club qualify for the Champions League.
    He scored nine goals and provided eight assists in 36 appearances in the league.
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    Milinkovic-Savic, 28, has been linked with the likes of Manchester United, Arsenal, and Liverpool.
    Newcastle are also believed to be in the running for his signature after qualifying for Europe’s premier competition.
    The midfielder’s contract at the Stadio Olimpico is set to expire at the end of next season.
    And clubs are eyeing up a cut-price move for the Serbian, as Italian outlet CalcioMercato claims he could be bought for as little as £22.5million this summer.
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    Lazio are willing to let him go this summer in order to avoid losing him for free in 2024.
    He has also been linked with a transfer that would see him remain in Italy with Inter Milan and AC Milan both touted with an interest in him.
    Fans of the Serie A outfit are aware that is extremely likely that he will be moving on this summer.
    During Lazio’s win over Cremonese in May, they held up a banner saying: “Whether here or somewhere else, you will always be in our hearts. Sergej, Laziale for life.” More

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    Arsenal in huge Declan Rice transfer boost as Man Utd boss Ten Hag ‘turns to other priorities’

    ARSENAL have allegedly received a huge Declan Rice transfer boost.The West Ham captain, 24, looks set to depart the London Stadium this summer.
    Arsenal appear to be in pole position to sign Declan Rice from West HamCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
    The Hammers are demanding at least £100million for their academy graduate, despite his current contract expiring in 2024.
    And manager David Moyes recently admitted that there is a good chance” his influential skipper could leave the club at the end of this season – with James Ward-Prowse lined up as a possible replacement.
    Arsenal and Manchester United have been long-term admirers of Rice, with the Emirates side once the favourites to land him in a club-record transfer.
    Bayern were also weighing up a move for the Hammers ace and we reported last week how the newly-crowned Bundesliga champions were preparing to step-up their pursuit of the England midfielder.
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    However, it then emerged that Rice had snubbed a move to Germany and now The Athletic have claimed that Arsenal are leading the chase.
    United have been tracking the midfielder long-term and are still “keeping abreast of Rice’s situation going into the summer”.
    But they also claim that “the fee being quoted and manager Erik ten Hag’s priorities lying elsewhere mean a turnaround is required for a formal approach from Old Trafford” to West Ham.
    Rice is currently preparing for what is expected to be his last match for the Hammers in Wednesday’s Europa Conference League final against Fiorentina.
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    Meanwhile, Ten Hag looks to be closing in on landing Mason Mount to bolster his midfield.
    The academy graduate looks set to depart Stamford Bridge this summer after reportedly agreeing terms with Man United
    The Red Devils will have to pay £70million plus add-ons if they want to sign Mount.
    Chelsea are prepared to let the England star run down the final year of his contract rather than sell him for a price below their current valuation.
    There have been talks between the two clubs after United agreed personal terms with Mount.
    But Chelsea are digging in amid interest from Liverpool, Arsenal, Bayern Munich and other clubs. More

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    Moises Caicedo ‘agrees terms’ over Premier League transfer as Arsenal and Chelsea battle it out for Brighton star

    BRIGHTON star Moises Caicedo has “agreed personal terms” with Arsenal ahead of the summer transfer window, reports suggest.The Gunners have been targeting Caicedo since January when they tabled a £70million bid, which was rejected by the Seagulls after the player issued a transfer request.
    Brighton star Moises Caicedo has “agreed personal terms” with ArsenalCredit: Rex
    Arsenal target Caicedo has also been eyed by Chelsea and LiverpoolCredit: Getty
    The North Londoners have maintained their interest but have been facing competition from Premier League rivals Chelsea and Liverpool.
    According to TERADEPORTES, however, the midfielder has reached a verbal agreement with Mikel Arteta’s side who are looking to strengthen in midfield with Granit Xhaka likely to leave.
    The same report claims Arsenal pose as the Ecuador international’s preferred destination.
    That is because the Premier League runner-ups will be playing in the Champions League next season.
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    However, Chelsea are looking to hijack their rivals’ deal, just like they did with Mykhailo Mudryk in January, as they are willing to table a higher bid.
    However, the Blues won’t be playing in Europe this coming season after a torrid campaign that saw them finishing 12th.
    Liverpool are also keeping tabs but don’t consider Caicedo as a priority.
    That is because the Reds are not willing to meet the 21-year-old asking price, which is said to be “well in excess” of the £70m Arsenal submitted in January.
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    This comes after the Merseysiders pulled out of the race for Borussia Dortmund superstar Jude Bellingham as they refused to meet his £100m-plus release clause.
    Jurgen Klopp’s side now looks close to strengthening in midfield with Caicedo’s Brighton team-mate Alexis Mac Allister.
    The Ecuadorian stood out this season as he helped Robert De Zerbi’s side finish sixth and qualify for the Europa League. More

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    PSG weighing up huge transfer for Arsenal defender and could approach his representatives over summer transfer

    PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN are considering a swoop for Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes, according to reports.The Ligue 1 champions expressed an interest in signing the Brazilian last summer, but Mikel Arteta refused to let him go.
    PSG are considering a move for GabrielCredit: Getty
    Instead, Gabriel penned a new long-term contract with the north London side.
    The defender is committed to the club until June 2027, but PSG are hoping to tempt him to the Parc des Princes this summer.
    According to GOAL, the Parisians are considering an offer for Gabriel.
    PSG have not yet made an approach, but Luis Campos – the club’s sporting director – is understood to be keen on the prospect of signing him.
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    However, the defender wants to stay at the Emirates Stadium.
    Gabriel joined Arsenal in a £27million transfer from Lille three years ago.
    He has since made 118 appearances for the Gunners.
    When the Brazilian signed his new contract in October, Arsenal sporting director Edu revealed that he will be a key player for the club’s long-term future.
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    He said: “It’s great that we’ve agreed a new deal with Gabi. At 24, he’s still a young player and is part of our future.
    “His performances since he joined us in 2020 have been very strong and his positive impact on our results have been clear for everyone to see.
    “He has grown so much on and off the pitch, with both his contribution and communication on and off the pitch.
    “We all look forward to seeing Gabi continue to grow as an important part of our club.” More