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      Arsenal refuse to rule out January transfer move for attacker with Gabriel Jesus injured as Mykhaylo Mudryk linked again

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      ARSENAL are set to make a call on whether or not to sign a new striker before Christmas.The Gunners have lost star striker Gabriel Jesus to a knee injury, leaving Eddie Nketiah as the only striker in Mikel Arteta’s squad.
      Gabriel Jesus had surgery on his knee and faces time out of the Arsenal title challenge
      The Gunners are still keen on Mudryk despite the whopping £100m price tagCredit: AFP
      Bosses at The Emirates will wait to assess all the players who have returned from the World Cup before deciding how to approach the January window.
      Jesus is said to have responded well to surgery, with Arsenal having moved quickly to bring him back from the World Cup, though his recovery time is still unclear.
      The former Manchester City striker picked up the knee injury in Brazil’s final group game against Cameroon and, after Arsenal director Edu liaised with the Brazilian federation, Jesus was back in London and going under the knife.
      It was a break from usual protocol for Brazil, who usually like to keep injured players with the group for the remainder of the tournament, but both Arsenal and Jesus were keen to get the striker back to London and being his recovery as soon as possible.
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      Arteta could use Gabriel Martinelli, who will return to training this week, through the middle if needed while Emile Smith Rowe, who is continuing his recovery from groin surgery, could be used as a false nine.
      But a move to find additional cover in the January market has not yet been ruled out.
      Arsenal have long tracked Shakhtar Donetsk winger Mykhalo Mudryk, though were given a fresh warning over his price tag, told they will have to match the £100million Manchester City paid for Jack Grealish to land the 21-year-old.
      Darijo Srna, director of football at Shakhtar, told Marca: “Who wants to sign Mudryk has to pay a big amount of money — otherwise our president will not sell him.
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      “Jack Grealish was sold for more than €100m and Mudryk’s level is not lower.”
      Another option being considered by the Gunners is to recall on loan striker Folarin Balogun.
      The England Under-21 striker is spending the season with Stade Reims in Ligue 1 and has eight goals and two assists in 15 appearances so far this season.
      Arsenal are pleased with his progress and must consider whether it is worth bringing him back as cover or letting his development continue in France. More

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      Arsenal and Chelsea transfer boost with Wilfried Zaha ‘most likely’ to QUIT Crystal Palace on free and run down contract

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      ARSENAL and Chelsea have been handed a boost in their pursuit of Wilfried Zaha with the winger set to run down his Crystal Palace contract, a report says.The 30-year-old has long been linked with a move away from Selhurst Park.
      Zaha s set to run down his Palace contractCredit: Alamy
      However, a big money transfer has never materialised despite his sensational form and a host of interest.
      Zaha is now in the final year of his contract at Palace meaning he can move for free at the end of this season.
      And according to Fabrizio Romano, Zaha is likely to snub a new deal at Palace and run down his contract, much to the delight of interested parties Arsenal and Chelsea.
      Arsenal could hold the advantage over their London rivals.
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      Zaha has previously admitted he is an Arsenal fan, despite his deep affection for Palace.
      In a 2017 interview on who he supports, Zaha said: “Arsenal. Still do.”
      The Ivory Coast international has six Premier League goals to his name in 13 games this season.
      Palace currently occupy 11th and restart their domestic campaign on Boxing Day at home to Fulham.
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      A win would lift Palace into the top half of the Prem table and above Chelsea and Brighton.
      They would also draw level on points with Liverpool.
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      Arsenal ‘considering January transfer swoop for Barcelona star Ferran Torres’ after Gabriel Jesus injury

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      FERRAN TORRES is being considered by Arsenal as a replacement for crocked ace Gabriel Jesus, reports suggest.Brazilian Jesus is set to be sidelined for up to three months after undergoing knee surgery.
      Arsenal could move for Ferran Torres next monthCredit: Getty
      Gabriel Jesus is set to be sidelined for three monthsCredit: Instagram
      And this has left Eddie Nketiah as the club’s only recognised striker, leading them to accelerate their transfer plans into January.
      According to Fichajes, former Manchester City star Torres is wanted by Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta to relieve their firepower issue.
      Arteta wanted Torres in the summer too, and would have landed his man were it not for a late veto from Barcelona boss Xavi.
      Arsenal submitted a late bid for the Spaniard worth around £26million – a price Barcelona’s board accepted.
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      Torres’ versatility is a desirable quality and it would allow him to fit anywhere in Arsenal’s attack.
      Much of the style Arsenal employ is similar to Arteta’s previous boss Pep Guardiola’s own philosophy and style.
      In the season and a half Torres was in Manchester, he had some strong displays all across the front three.
      In the end, his City record ended with 20 goal contributions in 43 games.
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      While he did seal a dream move to Barcelona in January of this year, the move has turned sour.
      Torres has scored just 12 times in 44 games for the Blaugrana and they are now prepared to let him leave just one year after his transfer to the club. More

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      Arsenal in talks to seal Mykhaylo Mudryk transfer with Shakhtar Donetsk winger wanting Emirates move this January

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      ARSENAL are in talks to seal a January transfer for Shakhtar Donetsk winger Mykhaylo Mudryk with the Ukrainian keen on a switch, a report says. Mikel Arteta’s men are currently sat top of the Premier League and five points clear of reigning champions Manchester City.
      Mudryk has taken the Champions League by stormCredit: Getty
      And so the Kroenke family are prepared to back sporting director Edu and boss Arteta in January.
      Shakhtar winger Mudryk has been consistently linked with a move to the Emirates.
      The 21-year-old has impressed this season scoring three times in the Champions League.
      And according to The Athletic, Arsenal are among the clubs in touch with both Shakhtar and Mudryk’s representatives over a January move.
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      The red side of North London is also believed to be the player’s preferred destination.
      However, the price tag could prove to be the sticking point.
      Shakhtar have publicly demanded £86million for their star and they say he is on the same level as Jack Grealish, who joined Man City at the start of last season for £100m.
      The Ukrainian club’s director of football, Darijo Srna, said: “Who wants to sign Mudryk has to pay big amount of money — otherwise our president will not sell him.
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      “Jack Grealish was sold for more than 100m and Mudryk’s level is not lower.”
      The Athletic do go on to state that a compromise at a lower fee could be made.
      Brentford had a deal worth £21.5m in place last summer. More

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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