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      Arsenal transfer target Mykhaylo Mudryk tipped to win Ballon d’Or by Brighton boss De Zerbi, who coached him at Shakhtar

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      ARSENAL target Mykhaylo Mudryk could win the Ballon d’Or in the future, his former manager has claimed.Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi coached Mudryk at Shakhtar Donetsk before the outbreak of war in Ukraine saw him leave the club.
      Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi believes Mykhaylo Mudryk could win the Ballon d’OrCredit: Getty
      De Zerbi coached Mudryk at Shakhtar Donetsk before the outbreak of war in UkraineCredit: Getty
      And ahead of facing the Gunners on Saturday, the Italian has made a bold prediction about his former player.
      De Zerbi said: “I think Mudryk can win the Ballon d’Or in the future.
      “[It is] a very important transfer and I know the value of Mudryk and he has the potential to win the Ballon d’Or.
      “Mudryk is a fantastic player but Brighton can’t buy him.
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      “All my ex-players I like but I am Brighton coach and Brighton can’t buy him.”
      Mudryk, 21, made 19 appearances under De Zerbi for the Ukrainian club, scoring twice and laying on nine assists.
      The Gunners have seen their opening bid of £35million, plus another £17.5m in add-ons, knocked back by Shakhtar.
      Shakhtar chiefs have admitted that talks are continuing over a deal for Arsenal’s No1 target.
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      However, Mikel Arteta may have to push the boat out with the asking price still firm at around £85m.
      Shakhtar sporting director Darijo Srna has even claimed that it could take the same £100m fee Manchester City paid for Jack Grealish to agree a deal, though the Gunners are hopeful of a much lower agreement. More

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      Arsenal and Spurs blow as Alexis Mac Allister ‘wants Juventus transfer’ after starring role for Argentina at World Cup

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      ARSENAL and Tottenham have been dealt a transfer blow as Brighton star Alexis Mac Allister prefers a move to Juventus, reports suggest.Mac Allister has attracted a lot of interest after a stunning World Cup campaign as he starred alongside Lionel Messi and helped Argentina win their first world title in 36 years.
      Brighton star Alexis Mac Allister prefers a move to Juventus than Arsenal and TottenhamCredit: Reuters
      The Gunners and Spurs have been among the suitors keeping tabs on the midfielder along with Inter Milan, Atletico Madrid and of course Juve.
      According to Gazzetta dello Sport, however, the Bianconeri are in pole position with the the 24-year-old fascinated by the prospect of moving to Turin and a deal may be imminent.
      Mac Allister considers Juventus an attractive destination as he will have a major opportunity to win trophies.
      Argentina team-mate Angel Di Maria could play a role in convincing him to join him in Serie A.
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      The Brighton star reportedly commands a release clause in the range of £31million-£35m.
      And the futures of Juventus stars Adrien Rabiot and Weston McKennie will play a key role ahead of the January transfer window.
      Such departures would make Mac Allister a lot more affordable for the Italian giants.
      Tottenham could turn to McKennie if they fail to convince Mac Allister as director of football Fabio Paratici was a big fan of the USA international during his time as Juventus CEO.
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      Arsenal are still looking for a quality midfielder amid Thomas Partey’s persistent injury woes.
      Mac Allister signed a contract extension with Brighton until 2025 before jetting off to Qatar for the 2022 World Cup. More

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      Shakhtar chief admits talks with Arsenal over Mykhaylo Mudryk transfer ongoing as Gunners beg club to slash asking price

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      SHAKHTAR DONETSK revealed talks are still ongoing with Arsenal over a deal for Mykhaylo Mudryk.Shakhtar have already rejected the Gunners’ opening offer of £35million, plus a further £17.5m in easily achievable add-ons.
      Shakhtar Donetsk revealed talks are ongoing with Arsenal for Mykhaylo MudrykCredit: Getty
      But transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports negotiations are still in full gear between the Ukrainian giants and the North Londoners who continue to talk on the phone.
      Romano quoted Shakhtar CEO Sergei Palkin on Thursday: “Now, literally in 5 minutes, I will have a new phone call conversation with Arsenal for Mykhaylo Mudryk deal.”
      Arsenal want Mudryk’s club to set a more realistic release clause.
      And the Premier League leaders are pointing to Cody Gakpo’s move to Liverpool, which cost only £37m rising to £45m.
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      But the Ukrainians have shown little sign of budging from their hefty £85m valuation of the winger.
      Arsenal believe that is an unreasonable release clause for a 21-year-old with little more than 18 months of Ukrainian league football under his belt.
      However, Shakhtar sporting director Darijo Srna continues to claim the Ukraine international is in the same bracket as Antony, who cost Manchester United £85.5m.
      And Srna even mentioned the £100m British-record fee which Manchester City paid Aston Villa for Jack Grealish.
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      Srna believes Mudryk is at the same level as Grealish.
      He told Spanish newspaper Marca: “Who wants to sign Mudryk has to pay a big amount of money — otherwise our president will not sell him.
      “Jack Grealish was sold for 100m and Mudryk’s level is not lower.”
      Arsenal are still expected to return with an improved bid for the player dubbed the “Ukrainian Neymar”.
      And Mudryk appears keen on moving to the Emirates after uploading an image of himself on social media watching Mikel Arteta’s men beat West Ham 3-1 on Boxing Day. More

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      Arsenal star Oleksandr Zinchenko reveals his GOAT vote.. and it’s not Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi

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      ARSENAL star Oleksandr Zinchenko revealed his footballing idol… and it’s not Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo.Instead, Zinchenko, who joined the Gunners last summer from Manchester City, insists the “greatest player ever” is none other than Ronaldinho.
      Arsenal star Oleksandr Zinchenko revealed his favourite player of all timeCredit: Getty
      Arsenal’s Oleksandr Zinchenko always looked up to RonaldinhoCredit: Getty
      The 26-year-old looked up to the Barcelona legend growing up and aspired to emulate him as he started out as a forward.
      The Ukraine international, though, couldn’t replicate the Brazil great’s magic on the pitch as he quickly changed position and now plays as either a left-back or midfielder.
      Zinchenko told Arsenal.com: “I was a striker myself when I started.
      “Then I was a left winger, then midfield, now a left-back. Maybe I will finish as a centre-back or a goalkeeper!
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      “But it was the forwards I enjoyed watching, it was Ronaldinho when he was at Barcelona. He was just unbelievable.
      “Everyone had their idols, and mine was Ronaldinho. For me I’d say he’s the greatest player ever.
      “There is no doubt how good Lionel Messi is, and everyone has their own tastes and their favourites, but for me the best was Ronaldinho.”
      Zinchenko has not reached Ronaldinho’s global status but has turned into a national star himself.
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      The defender is filling in for former Ukraine legends, such as Andriy Shevchenko, Serhiy Rebrov and Oleg Blokhin.
      The ex-City star has also won a raft of titles with four Premier League honours and the 2019 FA Cup under his belt.
      And the Ukrainian star is proving to be a key player for Arsenal as he has already amassed 12 appearances across all competitions this season. More

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      Arsenal ‘leading race for long-term Man Utd transfer target Sergej Milinkovic-Savic.. and Lazio could finally sell’

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      ARSENAL are reportedly “leading the race for long-term Manchester United transfer target Sergej Milinkovic-Savic” with Lazio allegedly set to “finally sell” their star.
      The 39-capped Serbian international has been linked with a move to the Premier League for years.
      Sergej Milinkovic-Savic is the heart-beat of the Lazio team
      Arsenal are leading the chase to sign Lazio’s Sergej Milinkovic-SavicCredit: Rex
      Chelsea and Manchester United have both been keen on signing him.
      However, we reported earlier this month how Arsenal are now his most likely destination with Mikel Arteta’s side looking to win the race for him.
      Lazio’s club president Claudio Lotito has been vocal about his wish to keep Milinkovic-Savic and has been consistent about saying how highly valued he is at the Rome club.
      However, the 27-year-old is now entering the final 18 months of his contract in the Italian capital.
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      And Corriere dello Sport are claiming that Lazio do not want to risk losing Milinkovic-Savic for nothing, which could lead to them cashing in come January.
      The report says that the Premier League leaders, who beat West Ham 3-1 on Boxing Day, have firmed up their interest in the ace over recent months.
      They even scouted him during Lazio’s 2-0 win over Verona in September. 
      Milinkovic-Savic initially wanted to join a club competing in the Champions League, which scuppered the Gunners’ hopes of signing him last summer.
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      But Arsenal’s stunning form means they are bang on course to return to Europe’s elite competition next term.
      Now this latest update says that Milinkovic-Savic is open to joining Arteta’s project and his agent, ex-Chelsea striker Mateja Kezman, is looking at options for his client.
      He is looking to secure a transfer bid of between £35.2 and £44m to take to Lazio with Arsenal considered to be in pole position.
      Although, it does add that the North London club have not yet tabled an official offer.
      Milinkovic-Savic has played over 300 times for Lazio since joining from Belgian side Genk back in 2015.  More

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      Arsenal ‘enquire about Joao Felix transfer after Man Utd and Chelsea put off by Atletico Madrid’s £8m loan fee’

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      ARSENAL have reportedly made a move to sign Atletico Madrid ace Joao Felix.Portugal star Felix is keen to leave the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium after three years in the Spanish capital.
      Atletico Madrid are willing to let Joao Felix leave the Wanda Metropolitano StadiumCredit: GETTY
      The Spaniards want £8million to let the forward leave on loanCredit: Getty
      Arsenal have reportedly made a move to sign the 22-year-oldCredit: GETTY
      Atletico are willing to let the 22-year-old leave on loan provided they receive £8million for his services.
      And it’s claimed Premier League leaders Arsenal have made overtures to sign the forward.
      That’s according to the Daily Mail, who claim the Gunners have “asked the Spaniards about taking on their £114million man on loan for the remainder of the season.
      Arsenal’s Premier League rivals Chelsea and Manchester United were also said to have been interested in signing Felix.
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      But it’s claimed the duo have been put off by Atletico’s demands to have Felix’s astronomical wages paid in full.
      Gunners boss Mikel Arteta is eager to bring in attacking reinforcements following Gabriel Jesus’ knee injury – which will keep him on the sidelines until March.
      The Spaniard said of Jesus’ injury: “It’s a huge blow for us, obviously.
      “He’s such an important player: he’s brought something very different to the team and it’s impossible to replace him.
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      “But we have other players, other alternatives and we’ll try to get that sorted.
      “The transfer window is another option.
      “I think [Jesus] is a unique player but Eddie [Nketiah] has incredible qualities as well for the way we want to play.
      “We have other alternatives in that we can play Martinelli up front as well.
      Arsenal have had a £55million bid for Mykhaylo Mudryk rejected by Shakhtar DonetskCredit: GETTY
      “We are currently a little bit short in terms of upfront positions but getting Emile [Smith Rowe] back is going to be a big one.”
      Arsenal made a move for Shakthar Donetsk forward Mykhaylo Mudryk this week – tabling a £55m bid for the Ukranian.
      But their opening offer was rejected by Shakhtar – who want a whopping £85m for the forward.
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      Arsenal beg Shakhtar to be realistic over £85m Mudryk transfer valuation after seeing Liverpool get Gakpo for half

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      ARSENAL want Shakhtar Donetsk to set a more realistic asking price for transfer target Mykhailo Mudryk.And they are pointing to Cody Gakpo’s move to Liverpool — for £37million rising to £45m — as a guideline.
      Shakhtar Donetsk are playing hardball over Mykhailo MudrykCredit: Getty
      Liverpool have completed a £45m deal for Cody GakpoCredit: Getty
      Shakhtar have already rejected the Gunners’ offer of £35m, plus a further £17.5m in easily achievable add-ons.
      The Ukrainian club have shown little sign of budging from their hefty £85m valuation of Mudryk.
      But Arsenal believe that is an unreasonable price for a 21-year-old winger with little more than 18 months of Ukrainian league football under his belt.
      They have noted that Liverpool are only paying PSV Eindhoven an initial £37m for Dutch star Gakpo, who arrived on Merseyside on Wednesday.
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      Arsenal have already bid more for Mudryk.
      And it is not lost on the Prem leaders that Gakpo is two years older than Mudryk, has 100 more games, 50 more goals — plus was also a star at the World Cup.
      Yet Shakhtar sporting director Darijo Srna continues to claim Mudryk is in the same bracket as Brazil forward Antony, who cost Manchester United £85.5m from Ajax in the summer.
      And he even mentioned the £100m British-record fee which Manchester City paid for Jack Grealish.
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      But Arsenal suspect that Srna is trying to start a bidding war for a player Shakhtar are resigned to selling in January.
      Everton, Roma and Brentford all tried to sign Mudryk last summer but will NOT go beyond £30m.
      And there have been no other offers to even rival the Gunners’ opening bid.
      Mudryk has repeatedly spoken of his admiration for Arsenal in interviews.
      But with the Ukrainian league shut down for a three-month winter break, Mudryk has been ordered to return for the start of training on January 9.
      Arsenal are now hoping to reach a compromise agreement with Shakhtar and break the deadlock by offering a guaranteed £45m — plus as much as £15m in add-ons.
      Boss Mikel Arteta is keen to get the player on board quickly, to allow him to rest Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli.
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      Arsenal in ‘final stages’ of talks over long-term Gabriel Martinelli deal with Gunners keen to tie down TWO more stars

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      TALKS between Arsenal and Gabriel Martinelli about a new contract are in the “final stages”, according to reports.The Brazilian’s terms expire in the summer of 2024, although the Gunners do have an option to extend by 12 months.
      Gabriel Martinelli has been one of Arsenal’s star performers this seasonCredit: Getty
      And the league leaders are hoping to reward the winger for his fine form.
      Martinelli has already matched his Prem tally from the whole of last season – netting his sixth goal in the West Ham victory.
      He currently earns £90,000-a-week, but his proposed new deal will see him double his money to £200,000-a-week.
      And according to Fabrizio Romano, Martinelli is now “getting closer” to committing his long-term future to the Emirates club.
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      Centre-back Gabriel was the latest Arsenal star to sign a new contract, penning a long-term deal in North London back in October.
      And Romano believes the Gunners are hoping to secure the futures of other youngsters.
      Along with Martinelli, William Saliba and Bukayo Saka are said to be “priorities” for Mikel Arteta’s side.
      Saliba has played a key part in helping Arsenal tighten up at the back, while Saka has been on fire at the top end of the pitch.
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      The Frenchman’s stunning displays have helped the Gunners keep seven clean sheets in the league, which is bettered only by Newcastle.
      Meanwhile, Saka has registered 11 goal contributions in his 15 outings. More