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      How Arsenal could line up with N’Golo Kante after Chelsea star’s camp ‘offer him to Gunners’ in shock transfer

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      CHELSEA star N’Golo Kante could be on his way to Arsenal next season.The Frenchman’s Stamford Bridge contract is set to expire at the end of the season, with negotiations over an extension having reached an impasse.

      N’Golo Kante has been linked with the GunnersCredit: Alamy
      Kante’s desire for a four-year deal could see his seven-year stay in West London come to and end, but the 31-year-old doesn’t want to leave the capital.
      In order for their client to stay in the city, his agents are reportedly offering him to Arsenal and Tottenham.
      By that point, Mikel Arteta and Co would hope to have sealed a place in the Champions League, given their excellent start to this season.
      Should that be the case, the Gunners will look to make additions from a position of strength in order to really compete on Europe’s biggest stage.
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      Kante would add invaluable experience and quality to Arsenal’s young squad and could be part of a new look midfield.
      The Gunners have also been heavily linked with Juventus star Manuel Locatelli, who they tried to sign last year prior to his Turin switch.
      A partnership between Kante and Locatelli could make a formidable proposition for any opposing sides.
      Arsenal have also been linked with Leicester duo Youri Tielemans and James Maddison – although it would be difficult to justify dropping Martin Odegaard for either.
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      The Gunners’ attack will be difficult for anyone to break into – with Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus and Bukayo Saka proving to be an incredibly potent trio.
      But on current form Leandro Trossard could do just that.
      The Brighton ace has five goals in seven Prem outings so far this term – including a sensational hat-trick against Liverpool last week.
      Arsenal are also believed to be keen on Ukrainian wonderkid Mykhaylo Mudryk, after the 21-year-old’s amazing start to the season with Shakhtar Donetsk.
      Arteta is likely to keep his current defence largely intact, with the Spaniard possessing healthy competition.
      William Saliba’s re-introduction has pushed Ben White to right-back – therefore seeing the unlucky Takehiro Tomyasu dropped.
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      While equally unfortunate Kieran Tierney has lost his Premier League place to Oleksandr Zinchenko, although the Scot will back himself to earn it back should he stay fit.
      Gabriel Magalhaes is a regular as left centre-back, while Rob Holding provides decent cover.
      Arsenal hold long-term interest in Manuel LocatelliCredit: Getty
      Leandro Trossard scored a sensational hat-trick against LiverpoolCredit: PA More

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      N’Golo Kante ‘offered to Arsenal and Tottenham in shock transfer after he is refused new Chelsea contract’

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      N’GOLO KANTE has reportedly been offered a shock switch to Arsenal or Tottenham.The injury plagued midfielder has played just twice for Chelsea this season.
      N’Golo Kante has reportedly been offered to Arsenal and TottenhamCredit: Getty
      Kante is out of contract at Stamford Bridge at the end of the season.
      And the Blues have “absolutely no intention” of handing him a new deal, according to Foot Mercato.
      The 31-year-old’s injury record means Chelsea are reluctant to pin him down to an extension, with Kante earning a reported £170k-a-week on his current deal.
      But the French World Cup winner is intent on staying in London.
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      As a result, his agents are claimed to have offered him to both Arsenal AND Tottenham.
      He is available for nothing at the end of the campaign, and free to begin talks with overseas clubs from January regarding a pre-contract agreement.
      But a move to one of Chelsea’s two biggest rivals is reported to be the only realistic option for Kante.
      A controversial transfer to Spurs would see him reunite with former Chelsea gaffer Antonio Conte.
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      Paris Saint-Germain have tried to sign Kante multiple times during his seven-year spell with the Blues, and remain keen on a swoop for him.
      Kante though is not believed to be interested in a switch to the French champions.
      He is currently sidelined with a hamstring injury and has not played since August 14.
      The midfielder is now back in full training and nearing a return, but his injury woes mean the Blues are happy to move him on when his contract expires.
      Kante has played 262 times for Chelsea since signing from Leicester in 2015, winning the Champions League and Premier League in his seven years at Stamford Bridge. More

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      Axel Witsel regrets never joining boyhood club Arsenal after failed transfer, reveals Atletico Madrid star’s dad

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      ATLETICO MADRID star Axel Witsel regrets never joining Arsenal, claims his dad Thierry.The midfielder has enjoyed an eclectic career, playing in Belgium, Portugal, Russia, China, Germany and Spain.
      Axel Witsel was in Champions League action for Atletico last nightCredit: EPA
      Witsel returned to his native Belgium with Atletico yesterday, going down 2-0 to Club Brugge in the Champions League clash.
      Father Thierry was interviewed by Het Belang van Limburg ahead of the game – and asked if he had any regrets over his son’s career.
      He said: “I can name a series, you know.
      “Juventus failed in the last hours of a transfer market, but when he was still playing for Standard, Arsenal knocked on the door.
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      “That was his favourite team, but it didn’t come to a deal.
      “Before that – with the youth – Anderlecht, Ajax and even Real Madrid inquired.
      “Although I wanted Axel to continue playing football close to home in Liege. Regret is not necessary for anything.”
      Thierry admitted his pride at his son’s career, gushing: “He’s the Columbus of football, isn’t he.
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      “It is an atypical course in fiery clubs. What makes me proud is that Axel always had the courage to take on the adventure.
      “Okay, he earned well, but go to Russia or China, hey. That is not so obvious.
      “Yet every country was an enrichment and he integrated well everywhere.
      “In Lisbon he spoke Portuguese quickly, he understands Russian, tried to learn Chinese, knows German and already speaks Spanish.”
      Witsel, 33, has won trophies in four different countries – while also enjoying success on the international stage.
      He has earned 126 caps for his country, helping them finish third at the 2018 World Cup.
      Witsel’s career has taken him around the worldCredit: Getty – Contributor More

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      Arsenal ‘offer Sambi Lokonga to Juventus in swap transfer for Manuel Locatelli’ with midfielder available in January

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      ARSENAL could include Albert Sambi Lokonga in a swap deal for Manuel Locatelli, according to reports.The Juventus star is set to be available in January, having failed to fully convince boss Massimiliano Allegri he should be part of his long-term plans.
      Albert Sambi Lokonga could leave Emirates StadiumCredit: Getty
      Manuel Locatelli joined Juve in the summer of 2021Credit: Rex
      Arsenal hold a long-term interest in the midfielder, having tried to sign him last year only to be snubbed in favour of Juve.
      The Gunners hope that Locatelli could now reconsider amid Juventus’ Serie A struggles.
      According to Calciomercato, Mikel Arteta’s side are willing to part with Albert Sambi Lokonga to get a deal over the line.
      They add that Lokonga could be included in a straight swap for Locatelli, with no cash changing hands.
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      The Belgian joined the North Londoners from Anderlecht in 2021 for around £17million but has so far failed to make an impact.
      He started 12 Premier League matches last term – beginning another two so far this time around.
      Lokonga, 22, was used as a late substitute during Arsenal’s 3-1 North London derby win last weekend.
      Euro 2020 winner Locatelli, 24, features more regularly for Juve.
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      He has started six of their eight Serie A matches this campaign, only missing the other two due to injury.
      Manchester United were linked with Locatelli during the summer.
      But the Juve ace reportedly snubbed their potential advances. More

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      Arsenal star William Saliba was ‘lined up for Barcelona transfer in summer before club opted for Jules Kounde’

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      ARSENAL star William Saliba was lined up by Barcelona for a transfer over the summer. Saliba, 21, has hit the ground running since breaking into the Arsenal first team this season.
      William Saliba has been an integral part of Arsenal’s rise up the tableCredit: Getty
      However, speculation over the summer suggested the Frenchman may be allowed to leave due to Mikel Arteta previously snubbing him for involvement at Arsenal.
      Consequently, rumours suggested he may leave the Emirates in favour of a transfer back to previous loan club Marseille or even Barcelona.
      The latter were looking at Saliba as one option to bolster their defensive ranks, as reported by Fabrizio Romano.
      But upon beating Chelsea to Jules Kounde, the Spanish giants cooled their interest in the Arsenal man.
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      And as it has turned out, both clubs currently sit top of their respective divisions.
      Barca are level on points with reigning La Liga and Champions League holders Real Madrid, while Arsenal have a one-point gap to Man City after beating North London rivals Tottenham in the derby.
      More recently Saliba has been earmarked to sign a new contract at Arsenal.
      When asked if a contractual agreement could be struck, he said: “Yeah, we will see. They talk a little bit. We will see.”
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      Saliba first arrived at Arsenal from Saint Etienne in 2019 for £27million.
      After his arrival he was shipped out on loan on three occasions to allow him to develop, capping it off by becoming the Ligue 1 Young Player of the Year last season.
      Cesc Fabregas – who is a co-owner of Serie B side Como – also levelled high praise at Saliba, declaring he could be an Arsenal defender for the next 20 years. More

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      Arsenal ‘make contact with Manuel Locatelli’ with Juventus ready to accept ‘good transfer offer’ in January

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      ARSENAL have made contact with Juventus over a January move for Manuel Locatelli, according to reports in Italy.The Gunners tried to sign the midfielder after his impressive European Championships with Italy last summer.
      Manuel Locatelli is currently on a two-year loan deal at JuventusCredit: Rex
      Instead, Locatelli opted to join Juventus on a two-year loan deal from Sassuolo.
      The 24-year-old is set to return to Sassuolo at the end of this season, where he’ll have just 12 months left on his deal.
      But Italian outlet Calciomercato have claimed that Arsenal have contacted the Old Lady over Locatelli’s services.
      Mikel Arteta’s side continued their outstanding to the campaign after beating Tottenham in the north London derby on Saturday.
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      But the Gunners boss has just three fit midfielders at his disposal after an injury to Mohamed Elneny and his failure to sign one in the summer.
      The Spaniard is in the market for a new midfielder after failing with various deadline day bids for Aston Villa star Doulgas Luiz.
      And the report claims that if Arsenal launch an appropriate offer, it’ll be considered by Juventus, who have an obligation to make Locatelli’s move from Sassuolo permanent.
      His form in Turin has been underwhelming under Massimiliano Allegri, highlighted by the fact he’s started just four times for Italy since the Euros final.
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      Regardless, Arteta is still clearly willing to take a punt on the Italian in a bid to improve his engine room options.
      Locatelli has played seven times this season, but his place in the side could be under serious threat once Paul Pogba returns from injury. More

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      Chelsea ‘join Arsenal in Dusan Vlahovic transfer race as Juventus win just three of first eight games’

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      CHELSEA have reportedly joined Dusan Vlahovic’s growing list of suitors. Arsenal are long-term admirers of the prolific 6ft 3in Serbia striker and may now face competition from their London rivals.
      Dusan Vlahovic already has five goals and an assist for Juventus this seasonCredit: AFP
      The 22-year-old is thought to have snubbed the Gunners by joining Juventus from Fiorentina for £66million in January.
      And despite an underwhelming start to the season for the Old Lady in which they have won just three of their first eight Serie A games, Vlahovic has continued to build his growing reputation.
      The star averages just about a goal-every-other-game for club and country.
      He has 14 in 30 games for Juve, a total which includes five goals and an assist from seven outings in this campaign.
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      Now Graham Potter’s Blues might go for him as they continue to look for an option to fill the Romelu Lukaku-shaped hole in their side left by the big Belgium striker’s return on loan to Inter Milan.
      Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain are also keen, according to Il Bianconero.
      Last month, it was reported the Gunners are lining up a fresh bid for the star in January.
      Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta was said to be pushing the club’s board to splash out more than £100m to land Vlahovic and his Juve midfield team-mate Fabio Miretti.
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      And with the Italian giants seven points off the pace in Serie A, and Arsenal top of the Prem, the Perm giants will be hoping they will prove an attractive proposition in the new year.
      Vlahovic made his name as the first player in Fiorentina’s history to score more than 30 Serie A goals in one season.
      He also has eight goals in 16 games for his country. More

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      Liverpool ‘join Arsenal in Youri Tielemans transfer race’ with Leicester midfielder’s contract expiring in summer

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      LIVERPOOL want to sign Youri Tielemans in the next transfer window, according to sources. Arsenal will be joined by the Merseyside team as they race to land the 25-year-old, according to calciomercato,
      Liverpool are reportedly eyeing up a winter swoop for TielemansCredit: Getty
      The Belgian international’s contract expires in the summer of 2023 and Leicester may look to cash in before he leaves on a free.
      Tielemans looks unlikely to pen an extension so he will be free to negotiate free agency with any clubs outside of England from January 1.
      Juventus and Real Madrid are said to be looking forward to that date.
      But it’s Prem rivals Arsenal and Manchester United who are expected to be Liverpool’s biggest competition to secure a January cut-price deal.
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      The Gunners have reportedly been working on a deal for Tielemans over the past year, but no official offer has been made yet.
      Mikel Arteta may be tempted to pull the trigger on a bid if the Belgian is available for a cut-price fee.
      He has previously indicated that he wants to leave Leicester for a team competing in the Champions League.
      However, one report claimed that Youri Tielemans is the “chosen one” for Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag.
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      Meanwhile the 2015-16 Prem champions lost Wesley Fofana to Chelsea last month, while stalwart Kasper Schmeichel left for Nice.
      Brendan Rodgers’ side sit bottom of the Premier League after picking up just one point from their opening seven games.
      They face Nottingham Forest on Monday night. More