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      Major Mudryk transfer update as Shakhtar Donetsk director dines with ex-Arsenal stars before attending Chelsea match

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      SHAKHTAR DONETSK’s director dined with ex-Arsenal stars Willian and Eduardo before attending Chelsea vs Manchester City with Mykhailo Mudryk’s future set to be discussed. Mudryk, 22, is a transfer target for both London clubs, with Premier League leaders Arsenal already seeing an offer worth £62million knocked back.
      Shakhtar’s director with Eduardo and Willian in LondonCredit: Twitter
      Mudryk is a target of Arsenal and ChelseaCredit: Getty
      Arsenal aren’t expected to give up on their pursuit of Mudryk despite seeing an opening offer knocked back, with further talks set to take place with Shakhtar’s director, Darijo Srna, in London.
      Srna sat down for dinner with former Shakhtar and Arsenal stars Willian and Eduardo before attending Chelsea’s Premier League clash with defending champions Man City on Thursday night.
      Willian also has ties to the Blues having spent seven years at Stamford Bridge.
      According to Fabrizio Romano, a deal for Mudryk “has been and will be discussed in the next days again in England”.
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      Mudryk has been keeping a watchful eye on Arsenal in particular.
      The Ukraine wonderkid watched on an iPad as Mikel Arteta’s men brushed West Ham aside on Boxing Day with a 3-1 win.
      Ahead of Arsenal’s New Year’s Eve clash with Brighton, Mudryk expressed his admiration for Arteta and his former Shakhtar boss Roberto De Zerbi, who is now in charge on the South Coast.
      De Zerbi then tipped Mudryk as a potential future Ballon d’Or winner.
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      And in his latest social media antics, Mudryk liked a mocked up post of him behind bars with the caption calling for him to be freed.
      But it appears he has now unliked the post. More

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      Former Arsenal star Benik Afobe has Millwall contract terminated as he joins THIRTEENTH club of his career at just 29

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      BENIK AFOBE’s Millwall contract has been terminated because the ex-Arsenal is set to sign for his THIRTEENTH club.The 29-year-old joined the Lions for a third time last summer when his proposed move to Club Brugge collapsed.
      Benik Afobe is set to quit Millwall just six months after arriving for a third timeCredit: Rex
      Afobe will sign for the thirteenth club of his careerCredit: PA:Empics Sport
      But injuries and a lack of opportunities have seen the striker restricted to just eight Championship starts.
      The last time he was picked from the off in a league game was more than three months ago.
      And Millwall have confirmed they’ve terminated his deal with South London Press claiming he’s on his way to Dubai to sign for Hatta Club.
      Afobe finished as the club’s top scorer last season after scoring 13 in all competitions, which almost fired Gary Rowett’s men into the play-offs.
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      But he’s slipped down the pecking order this term and the Lions have agreed to end his contract early.
      His deal was meant to expire at the end of the season.
      Including loan spells, Hatta Club – who play in the United Arab Emirates First Division – will be the thirteenth of his career.
      He finally signed for Millwall after two loan spells and has been loaned out ELEVEN times.
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      Afobe started at Arsenal, although he never ended up appearing for the Gunners, and has played for the likes of Wolves, Bournemouth, Stoke and Trabzonspor.
      He’s scored 99 goals during his time in English football. More

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      Arsenal and Newcastle ‘monitoring Hirving Lozano’s situation at Napoli as they consider transfer swoop’

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      ARSENAL and Newcastle are reportedly monitoring Napoli winger Hirving Lozano.The Mexican attacker’s contract at the Serie A side is set to expire at in 2024, which is believed to have alerted the attention of the Premier League clubs.
      Arsenal and Newcastle are reportedly targeting Hirving LozanoCredit: Rex
      His deal situation means he could leave Napoli in the summer, according to La Repubblica.
      Lozano, who is also known as ‘Chucky’, has long been linked with a move to the Prem ever since he was at his previous club, PSV.
      Since joining Napoli, the 27-year-old has had mixed form, scoring 30 goals and providing 16 assists in his 134 appearances in all competitions.
      The player “has repeatedly expressed in the past the desire” to try the Premier League, and Arsenal and Newcastle could offer him the chance, as said in the report.
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      Both the Magpies and Gunners are said to be “courting” him, along with clubs from the Bundesliga.
      Arsenal are in the market for another attacker and have seen two bids rejected for Shakhtar Donetsk star Mykhailo Mudryk rejected.
      The latest bid is around £62million, but with Chelsea circling the Gunners could miss out.
      Lozano would be an alternative option and would cost the North London side a lot less money.
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      Newcastle are building a squad they hope is capable of challenging for the Premier League title.
      And with Allan Saint-Maximin struggling to be reliably fit, Lozano could provide Eddie Howe with another option on the wing. More

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      Arsenal transfer target Mudryk ‘likes’ mocked up photo of himself behind bars as fans call for him to be ‘freed’

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      ARSENAL transfer target Mykhailo Mudryk ‘liked’ a mocked up photo of himself behind bars with fans calling for him to be ‘freed’ from Shakhtar Donetsk.The Premier League leaders have been chasing the Ukraine wonderkid, 22, over the past month.
      Mudryk liked a mocked up post of him behind barsCredit: Instagram
      Arsenal saw an initial approach for Mudryk knocked back by ShakhtarCredit: Getty
      Arsenal even submitted an offer worth £62million, but it was well below the Ukrainian side’s asking price.
      Chelsea have also registered an interest in the Shakhtar winger in recent days.
      However, Mudryk seems to be keeping a watchful eye over developments at Arsenal in particular.
      Mudryk watched on an iPad as Mikel Arteta’s men brushed West Ham aside on Boxing Day with a 3-1 win.
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      Ahead of Arsenal’s New Year’s Eve clash with Brighton, Mudryk expressed his admiration for Arteta and his former Shakhtar boss Roberto De Zerbi, who is now in charge on the South Coast.
      De Zerbi then tipped Mudryk as a potential future Ballon d’Or winner.
      And in his latest social media antics, Mudryk liked a mocked up post of him behind bars with the caption calling for him to be freed.
      But it appears he has now unliked the post.
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      One fan said: “He unliked it, I know damn well he was forced.”
      Another replied: “Bro. Hand in that transfer request. We all want you here at Arsenal.”
      A third added: “Arsenal needs you, Arteta needs you, in Arsenal you can achieve your goal of becoming world best footballer. Trust the process please.”
      The Gunners are in need of attacking reinforcements following the serious injury to main striker Gabriel Jesus during the World Cup.
      Their most recent outing, a 0-0 draw with Newcastle, was the first game in which they failed to score in the Premier League all season. More

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      Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta accused of ‘acting like a clown for protesting every decision’ in Newcastle draw

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      CHRIS SUTTON has hit out at Mikel Arteta after the Arsenal boss vented his frustrations towards the referee during his side’s goalless draw with Newcastle.Arsenal remain eight points clear at the top of the table despite dropping two points at home to the Magpies on Tuesday.
      Mikel Arteta has become well known for his tendency to show emotion on the touchline and stray outside his technical area
      During the game Arteta seemed to be aggrieved at a number of decisions given against his team and became an animated and agitated character on the sideline.
      There was also a flash point with Newcastle boss Eddie Howe.
      The Spanish coach discussed his feelings about the refereeing performance after the game claiming that Arsenal were denied two ‘scandalous’ penalties by the officials.
      Former Blackburn striker, Sutton, wasn’t impressed with Arteta’s touchline antics and has had his say on the matter.
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      He told the Daily Mail: “There is a fine line between being passionate and a clown, and Mikel Arteta was the latter on Tuesday.
      “I can understand getting caught up in the heat of the moment. It happens. You’re angry. You vent.
      “But Arteta was at it all game, protesting against every decision.
      “Arteta went over the top in his behaviour and Arsenal’s players responded by surrounding the referee to claim Murphy handled the ball late on.”
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      Sutton wasn’t the only one to make a comment on Arteta’s display on the sidelines after a fan took to social media to show a video of a cartoon fly edited alongside the manager’s extravagant actions.
      The draw meant Arsenal failed to capitalise on the opportunity to go 10 points clear of reigning champions Manchester City.
      Arteta’s men face a tough run of fixtures with clashes against Tottenham, Manchester United and Man City all to come in their next five league games.
      The Spanish boss has been nominated for manager of the month which alongside the player of the month nominations for Martin Odegaard and Bukayo Saka display Arsenal’s electric form. More

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      Joao Felix mysteriously left out of Atletico Madrid squad against Real Oviedo amid Man Utd and Chelsea transfer links

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      JOAO FELIX was left out of Atletico Madrid’s victory over Real Oviedo fuelling the fire around a potential move away from the Spanish capital.Atletico overcame their opposition 2-0 in the Copa del Rey without the influence of the Portuguese playmaker who wasn’t in the squad at all.
      Joao Felix has made 130 appearances for Atletico Madrid since signing for the side in 2019
      The reason for his absence is a mystery with some reports suggesting he was injured and others saying that Atletico are trying to avoid him getting injured to ensure a move away for the star.
      Felix has been linked to a number of Premier League clubs including Manchester United and Chelsea.
      Despite being Atletico’s record signing the 23-year-old has fallen out of favour with manager Diego Simeone since making the £113million move from Benfica.
      It is reported the club are willing to let him leave on loan, but that they expect an eye-watering £10.5m loan fee to convince them to part with his talents.
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      Atletico CEO, Miguel Angel Gil Marin, conceded that the club are considering letting Felix leave because of his fractured relationship with the manager.
      He said: “For reasons it isn’t worth getting into – the relationship between him and the boss [Simeone], the minutes played, his motivation right now.
      “It makes you think if there’s a reasonable option that’s good for the player, good for the club, we can look at it. I’d love for Joao to continue, but this is the current situation.”
      Man United are said to be in negotiation with the Spanish club, but are way off their valuation for Felix.
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      The Red Devils are now without Cristiano Ronaldo and in need of a replacement after missing out on Cody Gakpo to Liverpool.
      Chelsea are also keen to lure him to Stamford Bridge with the Blues failing to recruit the right forward after multiple failed attempts.
      Arsenal are also reportedly interested in Felix as they search for a replacement for the injured Gabriel Jesus.
      The Portugal star played a big part in his nation’s run during the World Cup and has managed four goals and three assists in 13 league appearances for Atletico this season. More

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      Arsenal ‘ready to launch huge bid for £88m-rated Declan Rice’ as they look to beat Chelsea and Man Utd to West Ham star

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      ARSENAL are ready to launch a shock bid for Declan Rice, according to reports.The Gunners sit eight points clear at the top of the Premier League as they chase their first league title in 19 years.
      Declan Rice is a transfer target for Arsenal in the summerCredit: AFP
      But Mikel Arteta is keen to strengthen his squad in January with Mykhailo Mudryk from Shakhtar Donetsk.
      However, Spanish outlet Fichajes report the Emirates boss wants his board to sanction a big-money move for Rice in the summer.
      West Ham captain Rice, 23, is rated at around £88million and his club have previously refused to let him leave despite plenty of interest.
      But he has rejected a new contract and alerted potential suitors at the World Cup when he publicly expressed his desire to be at a club competing for trophies and in the Champions League.
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      And Arsenal could offer that with Arteta spearheading the exciting revival in North London.
      Manchester United and Chelsea are also long-term admirers of Rice.
      But with both teams, especially the Blues, off the pace set by Arsenal in the Premier League, their top-four ambitions are far from guaranteed.
      So that could help Arsenal win the race for the former Chelsea academy player’s signature, who is said to be keen to stay in the capital.
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      An extra holding midfielder is a key priority for Arsenal – with Albert Sambi Lokonga well short of the quality Thomas Partey boasts as the single pivot in the 4-3-3 formation.
      Therefore the addition of Rice – one of the best defensive midfielders in the country – would be a major boost.
      The 39-cap England star has made 218 West Ham appearances after graduating from the academy.
      But he has struggled to find his best form for the Hammers this season with David Moyes’ side only out of the relegation zone by one goal.

      Rice hit back at criticism that he had one eye on a transfer away by stating he would never “give up”.
      The midfielder said: “Keep reading little comments like these that are, 1. Funny & 2. Complete nonsense.
      “I would never ever give up, for the fans or for the club.
      “Of course things on a football pitch get tough! But especially as captain and wearing this shirt, I know exactly what it means to play for West Ham.”
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      Moyes also defended his skipper and added last week: “People can have their opinions, but Declan played fantastically well in midweek and he has done for nearly all the time I’ve been here.
      “He’s tried to drive us on and he did everything he could in midweek. I don’t see it.” More

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      Cesc Fabregas returns to Arsenal as he works with U18s boss Jack Wilshere and takes first steps towards management

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      CESC FABREGAS has returned to his former club as he works on his coaching development.The former Arsenal midfielder has been working with the club’s academy staff over the last few days.
      Jack Wilshere and Cesc Fabregas formed Arsenal’s midfield for three years with the pair adored by fans.
      He has been working alongside him old teammate and current Arsenal Under18’s coach Jack Wilshere.
      The pair played together for the Gunners between 2008 and 2011 and Wilshere took to Instagram to compliment the spaniard.
      He said: “Learning from the best football brain I know!
      “As a player I wish I had the chance to play with this guy for longer but having the chance to pick his brain about certain situations and how he thinks about the game is invaluable.”
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      Fabregas is still playing and currently under contract with Italian second division side, Como.
      The 35-year-old has made nine appearances for the side this season, but has only managed one assist.
      Como haven’t been in action since boxing day and restart their season on January 14, giving Fabregas time to work with Arsenal.
      The former Barcelona and Chelsea man joined the Italians in August 2022 and still has a year remaining on his deal with the club.
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      It has been reported that he is keen to move into management once he has retired and that is why he is currently working on his coaching with the league leaders.
      Arsenal currently sit atop the Premier League table after a breathtaking start to the season.
      They return to league action on January 15 to play in the highly anticipated North London derby against Tottenham.
      Wilshere, 30, announced his retirement last year after missing out on more than four years of football during an injury-riddled playing career.
      The former England international was then appointed head coach to Arsenal’s Under18s. More