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      Man Utd and Arsenal joined by Newcastle in Christian Pulisic transfer battle with USA winger set to quit Chelsea

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      NEWCASTLE are reportedly considering swooping for Christian Pulisic as they join Manchester United and Arsenal in the fight for the American. There is renewed interest in the Chelsea winger after he showed off his abilities in the US’ run to the World Cup last-16.
      After several frustrating months at Chelsea, Pulisic came to the fore at the World Cup with the USACredit: Getty
      Big Premier League clubs are believed to be interested in a January move for Pulisic and Newcastle have now joined the fight.
      The Mirror report that the 24-year-old is one of three targets Eddie Howe’s side are considering to strengthen their Champions League ambitions.
      Chelsea value Pulisic at around £40m but Newcastle are hoping to get the fee reduced.
      They face a battle with Man United and league leaders Arsenal but the pair would reportedly prefer a loan.
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      But the Blues are believed to prefer a permanent deal if they were to cash in on Pulisic.
      The attacker struggled to find a way into either Thomas Tuchel or Graham Potter’s Chelsea teams after thriving in his first season at Stamford Bridge.
      The Magpies will hope he can help boost their efforts to finish in the top 4 after the club’s brilliant start to the season.
      Newcastle sat third going into the World Cup break having won their last five games on the bounce.
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      They have also lost fewer games than Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City.
      If they cannot land Pulisic, the north-east club have other options.
      Leeds ace Jack Harrison and Brighton star Leandro Trossard are also believed to have caught Newcastle’s eye. More

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      David Luiz shows off new hairdo and shredded body as ex-Chelsea and Arsenal star stays fit during World Cup break

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      DAVID LUIZ stunned his fans on social media with his new hairdo and shredded physique while staying fit during the World Cup break.Former Chelsea and Arsenal ace Luiz, 35, has been playing with Flamengo ever since his departure from the Emirates in 2021.
      David Luiz showed off his new hairdo and shredded physique on InstagramCredit: INSTAGRAM

      The centre-back has of course been retired from international football since 2017 and has thus been watching Brazil in the 2022 World Cup from home.
      But the ongoing break has allowed the Brazilian to undergo a major makeover as he dyed his signature afro blonde.
      Luiz has also been training hard on his own and that shows with his stunning six pack.
      The ex-Paris Saint-Germain star shared a snap of him on Instagram that showed him posing topless on a small goalpost.
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      The former Brazil international showcased his trimmed physique and left his 23.1million followers in awe.
      The photo attracted almost 66,000 likes as he included a short caption, which read: “Training”.
      Luiz joined the Premier League in 2011 from Benfica as he signed with Chelsea and spent three years at Stamford Bridge.
      The midfielder moved to PSG in 2014 but returned to the Blues in 2016.
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      Former Arsenal and Chelsea ace David Luiz currently plays for FlamengoCredit: Getty
      Luiz then moved to London rivals Arsenal in 2019 where he spent two years.
      The defender has enjoyed a very successful career that also saw him amass 57 caps with Brazil. More

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      Arsenal ‘reach agreement to sign Eintracht Frankfurt defender Evan Ndicka on free transfer’ ahead of Prem rivals

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      ARSENAL have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Eintracht Frankfurt defender Evan Ndicka.The centre-back is out of contract at the end of the season.
      Arsenal have reached an agreement to sign Evan NdickaCredit: Getty
      And according to Il Romanista Arsenal have reached an agreement with the Frenchman to join on a free transfer.
      The Gunners reportedly fended off interest from Roma to land the centre-back.
      The Italian side were considering a January move for Ndicka but the 23-year-old wants to see out the season with Frankfurt, who have qualified for the Champions League knock-out stages.
      Ndicka has impressed in European competition and helped Frankfurt win the Europa League last season.
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      He has made 162 appearances for the Bundesliga side since joining from Auxerre in 2018.
      The Gunners were linked to Ndicka last year but may have had to stump up £19million to sign the defender.
      Tottenham, Newcastle and Manchester United have also been previously linked to the former France Under-21 star.
      Mikel Arteta is believed to be keen on a left-sided centre-back and Arsenal turned to Ndicka after missing out on Lisandro Martinez, who signed for United last summer.
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      Arsenal also failed to land Calvin Bassey, who opted for Ajax.
      Despite that the North London outfit have the joint-best defence in the Premier League with William Saliba and Gabriel earning plaudits for their performances. More

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      ‘That’s a top of the Premier League touch’ – Arsenal fans drool over Mikel Arteta’s filthy skill in Lyon friendly win

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      MIKEL ARTETA produced a blast from the past as he tested out Arsenal’s flair for the future.The Gunners boss wowed fans with a magical piece of control as the ball spiralled out of play during the 3-0 win over Lyon in the Dubai Super Cup.
      Mikel Arteta gave guidance to his Gunners in Dubai not just with words but also with his touch as they prepare for the Prem returnCredit: Getty

      And with Arsenal five points clear of Manchester City ahead of the Premier League return at Christmas, one fan said: “That’s a top of the table touch.”
      Gabriel Magalhaes, Eddie Nketiah and Fabio Vieira put the smooth-looking Gunners out of sight before Arteta brought on his youngsters for the second period.
      And in one nonchalant moment the Spaniard showed his 2011-2016 stint as a midfield stylist at the Emirates should never be out of mind.
      As the ball came spinning towards him from a great height, he kept his left foot planted as he stretched his right leg behind him to take it down with his heel.
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      Awed observers on social media posted comments like: “Arteta ball” and “Centre mids never lose it”.
      He was also labelled “super Mikel” and one misty-eyed marveller noted: “Someone that was a midfield maestro. El Capitano.”
      One player who aims to inherit Arteta’s mesmerising mantle is Fabio Vieira.
      The Portuguese starlet bagged the third and finest of Arsenal’s first half salvo against Ligue 1 Lyon.
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      Magalhaes headed the opener and Nketiah drilled the second into the bottom corner.
      Then Vieira curled the type of curler into the far corner that might have left some observers wondering if he deserved a place at the World Cup.
      But injuries have undermined the 22-year-old’s debut season in the Prem since arriving from Porto. More

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      Mikel Arteta drops huge transfer hint as he admits he might replace Gabriel Jesus in January despite Eddie Nketiah goals

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      MIKEL ARTETA has hinted that he could dip into the January market following Gabriel Jesus’ surgery.The Arsenal striker returned from the World Cup with Brazil following a knee injury and quickly went under the knife.
      Gabriel Jesus picked up a knee injury while at the World Cup with BrazilCredit: Getty
      Mikel Arteta has suggested that Arsenal could look to sign a replacement in JanuaryCredit: AFP
      Arteta is still not clear how long it will take for the former Manchester City striker to be fit again, saying the club are taking it “day-by-day” at the moment.
      Jesus bagged five Premier League goals in the first half of the season, helping to fire the Gunners to the top of the table going into the break.
      But there are fears his injury could derail any hopes Arsenal have of a sustained title tilt.
      Arteta said: “We know that he needed some intervention in the knee and we have to take it day by day, week by week and see where that takes us.
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      “What it affects is who we are as a team because he gives us so much.”
      Asked whether it would alter his January planning, Arteta said: “What we can do after that when we know the timescale better and we know when we can have him back we will look at the options and try to make the right decisions.
      “I feel my squad is really good, and unfortunately we’ve had injuries, but we will see what we can do to be stronger.”
      Brazil forward Gabriel Martinelli could be an option through the middle as a stop-gap, while former England Under-21 striker Eddie Nketiah has scored two goals in two mid-season friendlies this month.
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      Arteta said: “We look at the squad and see what the options we have with the players we have available.
      “There are things we can try, we have the need to do so.”
      Arsenal have been monitoring Shakhtar Donetsk winger Mykhailo Mudryk, but could be forced to move for a more natural striker following the Jesus news.
      The Gunners are currently in Dubai as part of a warm-weather training camp with friendlies against Lyon and AC Milan, as part of the Dubai Super Cup alongside Liverpool, thrown in.
      Gabriel, Nketiah and Fabio Vieira were all on the scoresheet on Thursday as Arsenal blew away a Lyon side which was spearheaded by former Gunner, Alexandre Lacazette.
      Arsenal also won a penalty shootout, with one being held after every game out here regardless of the score, thanks to four spot-kick saves from third-choice goalkeeper Karl Hein. More

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      Arsenal fans baffled as team hold PENALTY SHOOTOUT against Lyon despite beating French side 3-0 in friendly

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      FANS have been left bemused after Arsenal and Lyon held a penalty shootout despite the game ending 3-0 to the Gunners.The North London side took on the Ligue 1 side in a friendly match in order to boost fitness ahead of the return of the Premier League.
      Arsenal had to beat Lyon twice, first in the game and then on a penalty shootoutCredit: Reuters
      Eddie Nketiah and Fabio Vieria were among the scorersCredit: Getty
      Clubs have been on break during the World Cup in Qatar but are now gearing themselves back up.
      Arsenal are taking part in the Dubai Super Cup, in which they will also face Serie A giants AC Milan and Juventus.
      Mikel Arteta’s side looked impressive as they fired three goals past a strong-looking Lyons side at the Al-Maktoum Stadium.
      Goals from Gabriel Magalhaes, Fabio Vieira and Eddie Nketiah were enough to give their side the victory.
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      Arteta did give plenty of youngster’s run outs in the game with Marquinhos, Taylor Foran and Amario Cozier-Duberry all getting minutes.
      Despite the convincing win, the two sides still held a penalty shootout, as the Arsenal official Twitter account posted: “Penalty shootout up next for an extra point.”
      This left fans confused as one tweeted: “Why penalty shootout?”
      A second added: “We win by three goals to none, yet we still go to penalties?”
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      A third wrote: “What is the point in a shootout if you won 3-0.”
      A fourth said: “I know it’s only a friendly but what sort of rule is this.”
      The Dubai Super Cup awards three points for a win and two points for a draw.
      There are also penalty shootouts held after each game, with another point available for the winners.
      Arsenal went on to win the shootout 2-1, with goalkeeper Karl Hein making four saves. More

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      Arsenal should target two January transfers including ‘next Ian Wright’ Ivan Toney, claims Ray Parlour

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      WITH Gabriel Jesus sidelined by injury, Arsenal legend Ray Parlour has urged the Gunners to sign Brentford ace Ivan Toney.Parlour, 49, drew comparisons between the Bees talisman and Arsenal hero Ian Wright.
      Ivan Toney has scored 10 Premier League goals this seasonCredit: PA
      Ray Parlour compared Toney to Arsenal legend Ian WrightCredit: PA
      Parlour claimed France international Marcus Thuram could be another transfer targetCredit: Getty
      Summer signing Jesus had surgery on his knee this week and is set to be out of action for three months.
      That could see Arsenal forced to bring in a striker when the winter transfer window opens.
      And Parlour reckons Toney, who has 10 goals in 14 Premier League games this season, could be the answer.
      The 26-year-old has been charged by the FA over 232 alleged breaches of betting rules.
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      But Parlour told Sports Lens: “The problem you’re going to have in January is who’s available? I’ve always said Ivan Toney of Brentford.
      “I’d go and try to get him if I could. I don’t think you’ll get him in this window but he’s who I’d go for.
      “I think he’s similar to Ian Wright the way he plays and scores his goals.”
      Parlour also listed Borussia Monchengladbach forward Marcus Thuram as a possible option.
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      The 25-year-old has netted 10 goals in 15 Bundesliga games this season, and is currently at the World Cup with France, who face England in the quarter-finals on Saturday.
      He is also out of contract at the end of the season, which could see the Gunners try and pick him up on the cheap in January.
      Parlour continued: “I know Marcus Thuram at Borussia Monchengladbach could be available because his contract is up at the end of the year.
      “I do know Edu was looking for a winger [or] forward when I spoke to him in preseason.
      “He wanted a winger who could go past someone and offer something a bit different to what they’ve got now.
      “Someone pacey like a Marc Overmars… that’s what I’d be looking to bring in.”
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      Arsenal could be forced to rip up January transfer plans and shelve Mykhailo Mudryk move after Gabriel Jesus injury

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      ARSENAL could have to postpone their planned January transfer swoop for Mykhailo Mudryk after news Gabriel Jesus could be sidelined long-term.The Gunners have been dealt a huge blow to their title hopes with the star facing months out after surgery on his knee.
      Arsenal may have to postpone their transfer pursuit of Mykhailo Mudryk next monthCredit: Getty
      The Gunners have been rocked by the news Gabriel Jesus will be sidelined long-termCredit: Instagram
      They have confirmed that their star striker, signed from Manchester City for £45million in the summer, had gone under the knife after returning from the World Cup.
      Arsenal are currently unclear on how long Jesus’ recovery will take, but the striker could be facing months out.
      Jesus, 25, has five Premier League goals so far this season and has been key to them going into the break five points clear at the top of the table.
      The former Manchester City man suffered the injury in Brazil’s final group stage game against Cameroon, his first start at Qatar 2022 having come off the bench against Serbia and Switzerland.
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      In a statement, the North Londoners said: “Gabriel Jesus has successfully undergone surgery to his right knee after suffering an injury during the Brazil v Cameroon World Cup group stage match on Friday.
      “Gabby will now begin his rehabilitation programme. Everyone at the club is supporting Gabby and will be working hard to get him back on the pitch as soon as possible.”
      The injury could force Mikel Arteta to go back into the transfer market to sign another striker to continue challenging Manchester City for the title.
      Arsenal spent £120million in the summer but only have one other out-and-out striker in the squad, Eddie Nketiah.
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      The former England Under-21 international is yet to start a Prem game this season and has no goals in 12 league appearances from the bench.
      Arsenal are keen on signing Shakhtar Donetsk winger Mudryk, 21, but may have to rethink their plans as the Ukrainian is not a centre forward.
      Brazil boss Tite was accused of the Arsenal man knowing there was a concern over his knee but firmly denied those claims, calling them “evil lies”.
      Tite said: “I don’t like hearing lies out there, evil lies.
      “At no time do we play for victory at the risk of a player’s peril. The liar who’s out there – because that’s the name isn’t it, the haters, right?
      “We are responsible, we are personally responsible, we are ethical and it would never have happened. I didn’t want this to happen, it’s a shame, we are very sorry for Gabriel.”
      Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka, still in Qatar with England, quickly got in touch with his teammate after hearing of the injury.
      Saka said: “He’s a very, very, very important player for us.
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      “It’s not good to hear the news, obviously I’ve messaged him. It was definitely not good news when I heard that.”
      After a training camp in Dubai and friendlies against Lyon, AC Milan and Juventus, Arsenal return to Premier League action on Boxing Day against West Ham. More