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      Worried Arsenal fans say ‘don’t even try selling him’ as top star is linked with exit to add to £180m transfer kitty

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      ARSENAL supporters have reacted furiously to a report that midfielder Thomas Partey could be sold this summer.The 29-year-old Ghanaian midfielder has played a huge role for the Gunners this term during his 40 appearances for the club.
      Fans have reacted furiously after a report claimed that Thomas Partey could be soldCredit: Getty
      Partey and his team-mates led the Premier League for a record length this term but were still pipped to the title by Manchester City.
      That was still enough to secure Mikel Arteta’s team a return to the Champions League but the Spanish coach is reportedly still set to overhaul his squad over the summer.
      Midfield is believed to be one of the key areas he wants to strengthen with West Ham’s Declan Rice believed to be a top target.
      Despite failing to land him in January, Brighton star Moises Caicedo is another that Arsenal could also move for.
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      The Daily Mail have claimed that Emirates chiefs will give Arteta a transfer budget of around £180m to bring in new recruits plus any money generated from player sales.
      Fellow midfielder Granit Xhaka seems certain to be leaving for Bayern Leverkusen.
      Meanwhile Gunners left-back Kieran Tierney looks set to depart to the Emirates over the coming weeks.
      Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is allegedly hoping for a reunion with the Scottish ace while Newcastle are also keen on the ex-Celtic man.
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      And the Mail claims that back-up defender Rob Holding could also depart.
      However, this fresh update also added a fourth name of potential departures – and they say that Partey may be sold to boost transfer funds.
      But supporters were fuming to discover that and instantly took to Twitter to demand that the club hang on to the ex-Atletico Madrid man, who arrived in North London back in 2020 for £45m.
      One fan reacted to the news by fuming: “Don’t even try selling Partey.”
      A fellow Gooner demanded: “Keep a hold of Partey, he was immense for most of the season!”
      That argument continued as supporters continued to flood in with another asking: “Selling Partey will be a big mistake for a club hoping to win trophies next season.”
      Another wrote: “He [Partey] has been the engine of our team backed by [Granit] Xhaka, he understands our style of play, why sale him to buy players who may not fit in?”
      A fellow fan told club chiefs: “There’s no way we can let Partey leave!!! I don’t care if we get both Rice and Caicedo.”
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      A host more echoed those thoughts as another wrote: “Can’t sell Partey no way. He’s world class for 30 games a season just need to manage his minutes.”
      And another went as far to say: “The moment Thomas Partey departs. . .I denounce this team, tell me the game we lost (aside City at Emirates) with Partey on.” More

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      Arsenal line up shock Joao Cancelo transfer with Man City ‘ready to sell’ after Bayern Munich snub £61million buy option

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      JOAO CANCELO will be sent back to Manchester City after Bayern Munich decided not to take up their £60million option to buy him in a boost for Arsenal.The German giants negotiated the clause when they signed the Portugal international on loan for the rest of the season in January.
      Bayern Munich have opted against signing Joao Cancelo from Man CityCredit: Getty
      Cancelo, 29, helped Bayern win the Bundesliga at the weekend but has had a mixed spell at the Allianz Arena.
      And the decision has been taken by boss Thomas Tuchel and the club not to extend his stay in Bavaria.
      City chief Pep Guardiola gave him the green light to move after the defender lost his starting place and made his feelings known.
      Cancelo’s chances of forcing his way back into the reckoning at the Etihad appear slim as the side have coped well without him.
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      Barcelona are keen on the ex-Juventus man but Treble-chasing City may have to drop their asking price to get rid of him.
      Meanwhile, transfer guru Fabrizio Romano also states that Arsenal are lining up a shock swoop for the defender.
      He claims that Barca have had “genuine interest since January” in Cancelo but any potential move “depends on FFP”.
      However, he added that “Arsenal appreciate Cancelo” and that “he’s one of the names in the list” of potential targets for boss Mikel Arteta.
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      Gunners left-back Kieran Tierney looks set to depart to the Emirates over the coming weeks.
      Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is allegedly hoping for a reunion with the Scottish ace at Aston Villa while Newcastle are also keen on the ex-Celtic man.
      And that could free up room for Arsenal to land Cancelo. More

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      Declan Rice ‘phone call’ with Bayern boss Thomas Tuchel revealed with ‘time running out’ for Arsenal to seal transfer

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      DECLAN RICE has reportedly held a phone call with Thomas Tuchel over a summer move to Bayern Munich.And further reports claim an initial £95million bid is set to be submitted by the German champions as they look to beat Arsenal to the punch.
      West Ham star Declan Rice has reportedly held a phone call with Thomas Tuchel over a move to Bayern MunichCredit: Rex
      Tuchel’s side are ready to launch a £95million move after winning the Bundesliga titleCredit: Getty
      West Ham captain and England star Rice is hot property as he approaches the final year of his contract.
      And, although the Londoners have an option to extend it for a further season, it’s reckoned there’s a gentleman’s agreement to sell Rice for a record British transfer fee – currently held by £107m Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez.
      Arsenal are thought to be leading the race after narrowly missing out on their first Premier League title in almost two decades.
      Manchester United are also monitoring the situation as they mull an attempt to hijack Arsenal’s deal.
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      And Rice’s choice could have a huge bearing on the future of Chelsea star Mason Mount, with the pals hoping to play at the same club next season.
      However, Bayern have thrown a spanner in the works after making their interest known last week.
      Boss Tuchel wanted to bring Rice to Stamford Bridge during his Chelsea days.
      And Sky Sports Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg claims the pair held a productive phone call over the weekend, with both sharing a mutual appreciation.
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      He says Rice is open to joining Bayern, with the Germans now ready to up their pursuit.
      But they will have to move quickly, with Arsenal apparently closing in on his signature.
      Meanwhile, the Mirror claims a bid is already set to arrive from Bayern
      The Bundesliga giants are said to be ready to splash £95m on Rice, with Tuchel “determined” to beat Mikel Arteta.
      Bayern are unlikely to be able to pay anything like that fee up front, but could offer a structured deal or players in return.
      And they hope an early bid could put a swift end to the transfer saga once and for all. More

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      Mikel Arteta casts huge doubt over Granit Xhaka’s Arsenal exit with cryptic comments despite midfielder’s emotional post

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      ARSENAL boss Mikel Arteta has refused to confirm whether or not Granit Xhaka will leave the club this summer.Xhaka, 30, has been heavily linked with a move away from the Emirates Stadium in recent weeks.
      Xhaka has been linked with a move away from ArsenalCredit: Getty
      The midfielder looked emotional as he completed a lap of honour after the gameCredit: Getty
      Arteta refused to confirm Xhaka’s departureCredit: Getty
      Bayer Leverkusen are said to be on the verge of signing him in a £15million transfer.
      However, Arteta has hinted at a huge U-turn which would see the midfielder stay in north London.
      During his post-match press conference following Arsenal’s 5-0 win over Wolves, the Spaniard was asked about Xhaka’s potential departure.
      To a question saying Xhaka was off, he responded: “You know that? It’s news for me.”
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      Arsenal fans gave Xhaka an overwhelming reception at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday amid rumours of his departure.
      They continued to chant: “Granit Xhaka, we want you to stay,” throughout the match before giving him a standing ovation when he was substituted in the 75th minute.
      The midfielder appeared emotional when he returned to the pitch after full-time to complete a lap of honour with his teammates.
      And he shared a touching post on social media with a comment that read: “Nothing but love for you all.”
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      In another cryptic social media move, he reposted an Instagram story from Puma with a caption that read: “Two goals for the goodbye.”
      Xhaka scored twice against Wolves in what could have been his final game for Arsenal.
      Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus and new boy Jakub Kiwior also netted as Arsenal claimed a convincing 5-0 win.
      Xhaka scored twice as Arsenal won 5-0Credit: Getty More

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      Mac Allister breaks down in tears in final Brighton game as De Zerbi all-but confirms two players’ transfer exits

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      BRIGHTON boss Roberto De Zerbi has admitted that star duo Alex Mac Allister and Moises Caicedo are set to leave the club.The Seagulls signed off their campaign with a 2-1 defeat at Aston Villa this afternoon.
      Both Brighton’s Alexis Mac Alliste and Moises Caicedo look set to leaveCredit: AFP
      Roberto De Zerbi comforted Alexis Mac Allister as he burst into tears after the defeat at VillaCredit: Getty
      However, they are still celebrating after securing a sixth-place finish and Europa League football next term.
      Midfield duo Mac Allister, 24, and Caicedo, 21, have both played a key role in that success and have a host of top clubs chasing their services.
      And their manager is resigned to losing the pair of them once the transfer window re-opens.
      Speaking after the Villa loss, De Zerbi said: “I think it can be the last game of Alexis Mac Allister and Moises Caicedo.
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      “I think it is right they can leave, change team and play at a higher level.”
      Mac Allister was spotted in tears after the defeat at Villa after seemingly playing his final game for the club.
      He has been linked with an array of top clubs following his superb World Cup winning exploits with Argentina.
      The 24-year-old has been linked with a move to Liverpool for a long time and is said to be very close to completing his transfer to Merseyside.
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      Chelsea have also been reported as interested in the midfielder, but may struggle to attract him without European football while Man City have allegedly joined the chase to sign him. 
      Mac Allister has scored 10 goals and assisted a further two in the league this season and will likely command a huge fee if he does leave Brighton, with his contract not due to expire until 2025.
      Ecuadorian Caicedo helped the Seagulls secure Europa League football on Wednesday evening after a 1-1 draw with Manchester City.
      He had been heavily linked with a move to Arsenal in the January transfer window, but Brighton clung on to their man.
      He then penned a new deal to keep him on the South Coast until 2027. But he is still expected to leave Brighton at the end of the season as both Chelsea and Arsenal circle for his signature.
      Moises Caicedo has played a huge role in helping Brighton seal European footballCredit: Getty More

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      Teary Arsenal fans ask ‘why are we letting him leave?’ after Granit Xhaka scores two in 14 minutes against Wolves

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      ARSENAL fans have all been left emotional after Granit Xhaka scored a quick-fire brace in what could be his last game for the club.The Swiss midfielder took the Gunners’ final Premier League fixture of the season again Wolves by the scuff of the neck in the opening 15 minutes.
      Granit Xhaka netted a brace against Wolves within 14 minutesCredit: Getty
      He has been linked with a move away from the club this summerCredit: AFP
      Xhaka, 30, headed Arsenal ahead in the 11th minute before doubling his tally three minutes later.
      The midfielder pounced on to a loose ball in Wolves’ box after Martin Odegaard’s shot was blocked by Max Kilman and slotted home with his left foot.
      And fans have all been left wondering why he could be on the way out of the club this summer as they took to social media.
      One fan hailed: “But why is Arsenal letting Xhaka go😭😭💔😢.”
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      A second wrote: “Why is Xhaka leaving man, so gutting.”
      A third tweeted: “You could not write a better script! What a farewell match!”
      A fourth said: “Gonna miss him.”
      A fifth added: “I’m so sad he’s leaving 😭😭.”
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      While a sixth declared: “OMGGG! My man is making sure that the world remembers his final game for Arsenal. Love you.”
      Xhaka has been tipped with a move to the Bundesliga, with Bayer Leverkusen the most interested club in signing him.
      Arsenal, however, have been linked with plenty of replacements for the star, with West Ham’s Declan Rice and Brighton’s Moises Caicedo at the top of their shopping list. More

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      Arsenal unveil touching new mural outside Emirates including daughter of tragic club legend

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      ARSENAL have unveiled a new mural outside the Emirates which features the daughter of a club legend. The Gunners have put up the final piece of their artwork around the stadium ahead of the final day of the season.
      Arsenal mural outside the Emirates featuring David Rocastle ‘s daughter MoniqueCredit: Arsenal
      And the touching piece features Monique Rocastle, daughter to former Arsenal player David, who sadly died aged 33.
      David – who spent seven years with the North Londoners – passed away in 2001 after a brave battle with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
      The midfielder has a son Ryan and two daughters Melissa and Monique, with whom is an avid Gooner.
      Monique proudly watched on as Arsenal mounted a fierce Premier League title charge this season.
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      She told The Mirror: “The club have done such an incredible job to connect with the fans.
      “The club have kept dad’s legacy and his name alive. We like to think we keep his legacy alive too but to see fans of all different ages, different backgrounds and cultures still talk about him and still sing his name.
      “Where I am on the artwork there’s also a Rocky Rocastle banner underneath as well which makes it special. The song never ever gets old for us which is nice.
      “I don’t think anyone would argue that it’s been a tough couple of years but you can see the progress with Arteta, you can see the club’s ethos and values and the family aspect which is really coming back which is nice.
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      “The way the artwork was done, from focus groups, the research and everyone involved even with the accolades with the women’s team and former players like Alan Smith who is my godfather, him up there, Wrighty and Micky Thomas.
      “The history and where it started can never be forgotten and hopefully we can soon add some more trophies to the artwork.
      “Arsenal’s history is everywhere with the statues, the memories and pictures when you go inside the stadium.
      “The biggest thing I’ve noticed this season is that when we’ve gone a goal down, previously the mood would have gone down but now the fans are straight away cheering them on.
      “You’ve seen that with Manchester United at home, Bournemouth at home, those late winning goals and a lot of those comebacks is down to the 12th man with the fans.
      “The Ashburton Army has done a great job, you see the players in a huddle and I actually feel now: ‘this is our team, these are our players.’
      “It’s the same with the women and what’s really special is that it feels like one club and we’re all together.”
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      Arsenal fans left fuming after noticing key detail on new ‘Invincibles’ shirt costs an extra £30

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      FURIOUS Arsenal fans reckon they are being stitched up over a “hidden” detail in the club’s new shirt.Supporters must pay £30 EXTRA to get the same classy homage to the 2003-4 Invincibles that their heroes will wear on their kit out on the pitch.
      Gabriel Jesus and Co will be wearing their new kit with the discreet tribute to the 2003-4 Invincibles against Wolves on SundayCredit: Arsenal
      Arsenal’s amazing record of 26 wins and 12 draws is referencedCredit: Arsenal
      Fans were initially wowed by the discreet 20th anniversary tribute to the famous title winners who went a whole season unbeaten in the Premier League.
      But for some that excitement turned to anger when they heard the £80 replica shirts do NOT include the stylish reference to 26 wins and 12 draws two decades ago.
      Instead supporters will have to fork out £110 for the ‘authentic’ shirt.
      One supporter posted: “Yeah it’s incredibly disappointing that you have to spend an extra £30, to get detailing on the shirt which was advertised as a key component of the shirt.”
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      Another wrote “Very cruel” and a third hit out: “Man, that’s actually mad disappointing. What the hell. ”
      A fourth argued: “Yeah I saw both in the Armoury yesterday and while the authentic one is nicer, it’s not £30 nicer.”
      The new top was unveiled by Arsenal women in their 2-0 home loss against Aston Villa in Saturday’s WSL finale.
      And Mikel Arteta’s men will wear it for the first time on the final day of the Prem season, at home to Wolves on Sunday.
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      But fans are angry as well as cynical about the change from Invincible to invisible for the special stitching on the side.
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      One blasted the absence of “key details” and many seemed to think the club was taking advantage of their loyalty.
      This post spoke for many: “They want to make a little more money like smartphone manufacturers do with their ‘pro’ models and given that the shirt has gone up in price for 3 years running, it’s very cruel. ” More