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Arsenal blow as Brentford close in on £19m Aaron Hickey transfer with Bologna full-back flying into London for medical
by Philippa Kaur 5 July 2022, 17:02
BRENTFORD are closing in on a £19million transfer for Bologna left-back Aaron Hickey. The Scottish defender, 20, is set to sign a five-year deal with the Bees, who tried to sign him back in January.
Aaron Hickey is seemingly on his way to Brentford despite interest from ArsenalCredit: Kenny Ramsay
The final touches of the deal are yet to be completed but Brentford are hopeful Hickey will fly to the UK for a medical early next week.
Arsenal have been interested in him but look set to miss out on his signature.
The youngster joined Bologna from Hearts for £1.5m in 2020 and was rumoured to be attracting attention for Europe’s top clubs such as Bayern Munich back then.
During his time at the Italian side he has made 48 appearances. He has also scored five goals for the Serie A club.
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Hickey is a versatile player who can play at left-back or on the left-wing.
He is also slightly unconventional as he is actually right footed but is more than comfortable with his left.
Despite his young age and competition for places at left-back for Scotland via the likes of Andy Robertson and Kieran Tierney, Hickey has earned four senior caps.
He made his international debut in a 1-1 draw with Poland in March.
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Hickey will have to earn his spot in Thomas Frank’s side and dislodge Rico Henry, who enjoyed a fantastic first season in the Premier League.
Brentford are set to be busy in the summer transfer market despite missing out on resigning Christian Eriksen.
They are closing in on a £16million move for Keane Lewis-Potter from Hull City.
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Arsenal’s transfer policy shows Arteta is planning for tactical tweaks and new formations after substitution rule change
by Philippa Kaur 5 July 2022, 15:07
ARSENAL missing out on Raphinha isn’t the end of the world, I never saw him as a priority signing.But with five substitutes allowed in the Premier League next season, as well as the additional games in the Europa League, Mikel Arteta needs to bring in more quality players.
Gabriel Jesus has joined Arsenal from Manchester City in a £45million dealCredit: Getty
Arsenal appear to have missed out on Leeds winger Raphinha who could join BarcelonaCredit: Reuters
Arteta utilised five subs effectively during the Covid-hit 2020-21 season, with his tactical tweaks allowing flexibility in the second half.
And in what promises to be a busy 2022-23 campaign, the Spaniard will be hoping to have plenty of options from the bench that can change matches.
The five changes instead of only three will offer far more latitude to change the pattern of matches.
We know that Arsenal’s manager trains using more than one system so his squad are comfortable to change tactics to alter fortunes or react to situations on the pitch, so the new rules should assist his team.
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When you then look at the transfer business done to date and those players the club are tracking, it is possible to see that Arteta is thinking ahead.
Gabriel Jesus undoubtedly will want to play centrally, but we have all witnessed just how effective the Brazilian can be from the right flank.
And Fabio Vieira, when you look at where he has played in the last season for Porto can play as a No8 or as a wide creator.
Equally the desire to sign Lisandro Martinez is also logical, as the Argentine ace can play on the left of a two or three-man defence, and we saw Gabriel utilised centrally in a three in his first season.
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Again, flexibility to be used match to match or to change things up without any reduction in fluency or quality. The same applies of course to Arteta’s keenness to have William Saliba back in the fold.
The only concern, for me, would be the overuse of advanced pre-programmed use of the substitutes and I think we can all relate to this, from the late Arsene Wenger era, but perhaps also by taking a sideway glance at Rugby Union.
Rugby moved to a 23-squad game with all eight substitutions being permitted and the game rapidly evolved into one in which coaches used all or the majority of substitutions tactically and not just to protect the athletes.
We have all seen how changing a scrumhalf or fly-half with 20 minutes to go can massively influence the outcome of a match, as can adding fresh pace on the wings.
Equally we all witnessed how Eddie Jones pre-determined changes in the Calcutta Cup caused England’s momentum to falter and ultimately lost them the match.
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Everyone could see that Arteta was reluctant to unleash Nicolas Pepe with 20 minutes to go last term and given the Ivorian’s form it’s hard to blame him.
This saw Bukayo Saka running on empty in May, whereas Emile Smith Rowe was trusted to replace Gabriel Martinelli on the opposite flank.
Given the importance of the wide players to Arsenal’s play, the extra games due to the Europa and the new flexibility on substitutes the push for Raphinha to give Arteta four high quality wide men is more logical.
Similarly, the addition of Vieira will allow Arteta to simply ask Martin Odegaard to press as he does so well but for 65/70 minutes and not the full 90.
We are still only in the first month of the transfer window, but I am certainly looking at the squad building through slightly different lenses.
Yes, it is obviously about adding greater quality and depth of quality, but I also feel our manager is buying with one tactical eye on the new five substitution rule.
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The Gunners announced the £34m signing of attacking midfielder Fabio Vieira from Porto last monthCredit: Getty
Brazilian starlet Marquinhos (right) is another summer arrival after he was brought in from Sao PauloCredit: Getty More
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Arsenal push for Youri Tielemans transfer after having Sergej Milinkovic-Savic bid rejected – and will cost £40m MORE
by Philippa Kaur 5 July 2022, 14:07
ARSENAL have identified Leicester midfielder Youri Tielemans as their next priority signing, according to reports.The Gunners have been monitoring Tielemans’ situation for weeks as Mikel Arteta looks to boost the midfield.
Arsenal have made Youri Tielemans their next priority transfer targetCredit: Reuters
The Gunners have had a bid for Sergej Milinkovic-Savic rejected by LazioCredit: Getty
But they have also considered alternative options if a deal cannot be completed.
According to Italian newspaper Il Messaggero, Arsenal had a £47million bid for Lazio midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic rejected earlier this week.
The Italian side want at least £68m for his services – a fee of which the Gunners would be reluctant to pay.
As a result, Arteta is expected to make Tielemans a top priority signing to compete in the next few weeks.
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When speaking on the Que Golazo podcast, journalist Fabrizio Romano revealed that the Gunners are more likely to sign the Leicester man as he will cost £40m LESS than the Lazio star.
Tielemans has one year remaining on his current contract, so his price tag could drop to £25m this summer.
Arsenal have reportedly agreed personal terms with him, but an official bid has not been made yet.
If a deal is struck with Leicester, the Belgian could be set to partner new boy Fabio Vieira in midfield.
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Vieira joined the Gunners in a £34m transfer from Porto last month, but he has not yet made an appearance in pre-season training due to a foot issue.
Last week he was pictured with a protective boot, sparking concerns that he would not be fit in time for Arsenal’s pre-season tour.
Marquinhos, Matt Turner and Gabriel Jesus have also joined the club this summer. More
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Arsenal make Tielemans transfer top priority, Milinkovic-Savic ‘bid’, Lisandro Martinez battle with Man Utd
by Philippa Kaur 5 July 2022, 12:07
ARSENAL have reportedly made Youri Tielemans their top midfield transfer target.This comes despite a reported £47m bid for Lazio’s Sergej Milinkovic-Savic.
Tielemans is said to be available for a cut price £25m after refusing to sign a new deal with Leicester, while Milinkovic-Savic is valued at closer to £70m.
And the race for Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez seems to be getting intense as reports suggest that Manchester United boss Erik Ten Hag is set to go all out for the Argentinian.
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Mauricio Pochettino is “happier” in the Premier League because he knows he is admired for his work at Tottenham.
As reported earlier, Pochettino wants to return to the Prem but would never consider Arsenal due to his Spurs past.
A close friend said: “Mauricio has never hidden his belief that he feels happier in the Premier League than anywhere else.
“He loves it in England and he also knows he is admired here for what he has done in the past”
Pochettino wants Maur
Mauricio Pochettino is targeting a Premier League return after his dismissal as Paris Saint-Germain manager.
Pochettino is already eyeing the next major vacancy in the Prem as he prepares for a quick comeback to top flight football.
The ex-Tottenham boss has retained his home in London even after being sacked by Spurs in 2019.
Chairman Daniel Levy was keen on bringing the Argentine back to N17 last summer only for Poch to stay on in Paris.
With Antonio Conte now installed and in command at Tottenham, the door appears closed.
But while his love for Spurs means Pochettino would rule out the prospect of joining Arsenal if Mikel Arteta was shown the door, SunSport understands he would be willing to consider any other ambitious and serious Prem outfit
Lisandro Martinez demand
Ajax star Lisandro Martinez has allegedly told his club that he wants to quit the club and move to the Premier League.
Martinez is wanted by both Manchester United and Arsenal to bolster their backlines.
The two clubs have both been haggling with the Amsterdam giants over his transfer fee.
But it is the United that appear to be leading the chase after offering just shy of £40million for the centre-back.
Now both the Red Devils and the Gunners have received a major boost after reports emerged that the Argentina international has told Ajax he wants to depart for England
Lisandro Martinez bidding war
Manchester United are confident of beating Arsenal to signing Lisandro Martinez after meeting with Ajax chiefs.
United have reportedly tabled a fee just shy of £40m for Martinez.
The Dutch champs’ new director of football Klaas-Jan Huntelaar travelled to London on Saturday to meet with United reps, according to the Mirror.
And after talks with Huntelaar, the Red Devils are said to be confident of beating the Gunners in the race to sign the centre-back.
The Manchester giants have made a bid worth an initial £35.3m, with a further £4.3m available in add-ons.
The total package works out at £39.6m, with the Amsterdam giants reportedly valuing the Argentina international at £43m.
Martinez would rather reunite with former boss Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford than join the Gunners.
According to The Athletic, United have “edged ahead as favourites” to land the 24-year-old for around £35m
Arsenal insist on Milinkovic-Savic
Arsenal, though, are still persistent in the transfer pursuit of Lazio star Sergej Milinkovic-Savic.
The Gunners reportedly had a €55million (£47.2m) offer for Milinkovic-Savic rebuffed as the Serie A side wanted more cash.
But the North Londoners are preparing to issue a new and improved bid for the midfielder, according to Il Messaggero.
However, Arsenal are reluctant to depart with the €65m (£55.8m) Lazio president Claudio Lotito is demanding.
Although the Gunners are said to be in constant contact with the Serbia international’s agent Mateja Kezman to try and get a deal done
Arsenal prioritise Tielemans
Arsenal are pressing ahead with plans to sign a new midfielder this summer.
And the Gunners are prioritising Leicester star Youri Tielemans for the role ahead of Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, according to Fabrizio Romano.
That’s because Tielemans will cost the Gunners 40million less than Milinkovic-Savic.
The Belgium international’s contract expires in 2023, which means the Foxes could be open to letting him go on the cheap now.
Whilst Lazio are demanding £68m for Milinkovic-Savic this summer
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Man United transfer fears revealed
Man United are unlikely to prise fourth spot from Arsenal next season.
That’s according to United Stand host Mark Goldbridge who reckons the Gunners’ transfer business will put them above Man United, who’ve had a quiet window in comparison.
He said on talkSPORT: “Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester City have got top four nailed on for me.
“So it is Spurs, Arsenal, Manchester United and any other teams that has a good season going for fourth.
“That is the limit, and that is not Erik ten Hag’s fault. With this transfer window, and what Spurs and Arsenal are doing, it could be fifth or sixth, and that is never good enough.”
Arsenal plan new transfer bid
Arsenal are remaining persistent in the transfer pursuit of Sergej Milinkovic-Savic.
The Gunners reportedly had a €55 million offer for the Lazio midfielder rebuffed as the Italian side wanted more cash.
But the North Londoners are preparing to issue a new and improved bid for Milikkovic-Savic, according to Il Messaggero.
However, the Gunners are reluctant to depart with the €65 million Lazio president Claudio Lotito is demanding, the report adds.
Although the Gunners are said to be in constant contact with Milinkovic’s agent Mateja Kezman to try and get a deal done.
Arteta speaks on dressing room plans
Mikel Arteta wants to create his own United Nations at Arsenal after vowing to crack down on any dressing-room cliques, MARK IRWIN WRITES.
“I don’t want any Brazilian group and I don’t want a Portuguese group.
“The important thing for me is that they unite with the entire squad. I want a team that is fully integrated so they can build a strong and trusting relationship between each other.
“Obviously you will have more chemistry between some players than between others and it’s important for new players to have somebody they have already spent time with who understands your culture.
“But for sure we will promote that integration between all of them.”
Then there was three
Gabriel Jesus can’t wait to share the pitch with his Arsenal namesakes next season.
Jesus’ arrival at The Emirates makes him the third Gabriel, along with Martinelli and Magalhães.
And the ex-Man City striker is itching to play alongside both Gabriels, whom he also shares Brazilain heritage with.
He said to Arsenal’s media: “Now it’s three! There’s a lot of jokes with us now, but they are very good guys.
“I’m so happy for them because they deserve to be in a big club like Arsenal, and they did so well last season. I’m so happy to be here with them.”
Arsenal’s business savvy praised
Arsenal’s shrewd business deals have been praised by club legend Alan Smith.
He said to Sky Sports: “The good thing about Arsenal’s recruitment now is that they are signing players without too much media fanfare.
“For example, we did hear about Jesus but when we did hear they were already quite far down the line in terms of securing his signature.
“Then there was Fabio Vieira from Porto. Nobody saw that one coming either and the best recruitment teams at clubs are able to do that.
“They do a lot of work behind the scenes, maybe even six months to a year in the build-up to signing a player, but they do it without too much fanfare or drama.
“That points to a department of the club that is really functioning well and it’s really encouraging that they have got that side of things working well because it was a bit of a mess a few years back. Now Edu and Arteta are on the same page, they agree what is needed and that relationship is vital.”
Gakpo urged to snub Prem
Arsenal transfer target Cody Gakpo has been urged to stay with PSV Eindhoven by team-mate Luuk de Jong,
De Jong reckons Gakpo can flourish at PSV for another season before taking the plunge elsewhere.
He told Voetbal International: “I used to talk to him in the past, I also did it for the Dutch national team and I still do it.
“I saw him come in and see him make strides. When he came, the talent was already there.
“I think he can have another very good season, finish it by winning the league and then take a nice step.”
Arsenal ‘prioritise Tielemans transfer’
Arsenal are pressing ahead with plans to bring in a new midfielder this summer.
And the Gunners are prioritising Leicester City man Youri Tielemans for the role, ahead of Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, according to Fabrizio Romano.
That’s because the Belgium international will cost the Gunners 40m less than Milinkovic-Savic, the report adds.
Tielemans’ contract with Leicester City expires in 2023, which means the Foxes could be open to letting him go on the cheap now.
Whilst Lazio are demanding £68m for Milinkovic-Savic, the report claims.
Jovic set for Fiorentina transfer
Luka Jovic is set to join Fiorentina on a two-year deal, according to reports.
The striker, 24, signed for Real Madrid three years ago in a huge £52million move from Eintracht Frankfurt.
But he failed to make an impression, scoring just three goals in 51 appearances for Los Blancos.
As a result, the club have decided to let him go on a free transfer despite the fact he still has three years remaining on his contract.
According to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, Fiorentina have agreed to sign Jovic on a permanent deal.
The two clubs originally discussed the prospect of a loan, but Real Madrid decided to negotiate a 50 per-cent sell-on clause instead.
Jovic is set to have a medical this week before finalising the move which will see him sign on until June 2024 with the option for two additional years.
Arsenal staff member leaves club
Arsenal have lost their Head of Academy Performance Tony Strudwick to West Brom.
Strudwick has left the Gunners to become the Baggies’ new Director of Medical.
Upon bringing in Strudwick, West Brom’s Chief executive Ron Gourlay, said, via Birmingham Mail: “We are delighted to have Tony at the football club.
“He is one of the very best in his field of expertise and arrives at the club with an incredible CV. Tony is highly respected within football.
“We believe his appointment will strengthen the medical and sports science departments which he will oversee.
“His appointment is another positive step in improving standards across the football club as we ready ourselves to take on the challenges ahead.”
Arsenal defender joins Portsmouth
Portsmouth have signed defender Zak Swanson from Arsenal.
The 21-year-old penned a two-year deal with Pompey, with a 12-month extension option.
But the transfer fee for the move is yet to be revealed, the BBC reported.
Swanson’s been at Arsenal since the age of six, but couldn’t get into the first team.
Saka tipped for Arsenal stay
Bukayo Saka will not be leaving Arsenal this summer.
That’s according to Arsenal legend Kevin Campbell who said to Highbury Squad: “He is already under contract. These things are not just going to get done in a couple of months.
“These things could take six months, but Arsenal are not, trust me, they are not going to sell Saka in this window. No chance. No chance.”
Dybala ‘seeks Premier League switch’
Paulo Dybala is reportedly considering a move to the Premier League this summer.
The 28-year-old officially left Juventus when his contract expired at the end of last month, so he is now a free agent.
Inter Milan have been heavily linked with a swoop for the Argentina international, who met with the club’s vice-president Javier Zanetti last month.
However, according to Sky Sport Italia, the Black and Blues have put Dybala on stand-by following the return of Romelu Lukaku.
Arsenal have reportedly been in contact with the Argentine’s agent in a bid to lure him to North London.
Meanwhile, Manchester United are eager to bring Dybala to Old Trafford.
Martinez makes quit demand
Lisandro Martinez has allegedly told Ajax that he wants to quit the club and move to the Premier League.
The centre-back, 24, is wanted by both Manchester United and Arsenal to bolster their backlines.
The two clubs have both been haggling with Ajax over his transfer fee.
But it is the Red Devils that appear to be leading the chase after offering just shy of £40million for the Argentinian international.
Now both they and Arsenal have received a major boost after reports emerged that Martinez has told his employers he wants to depart for England.
He’s a fab signing
New Arsenal signing Fabio Vieira embodies the way Mikel Arteta wants the club to play, he revealed.
Arteta said: “In the case of Fabio, again, a talent that when I started to look at him, I said, ‘This is the type of player that I feel represents the way I want to play and the type of player we should have.”
“I was on the phone with him, Edu was on the phone with him and we were all really impressed with his maturity at his age, because it’s not long ago that he’s made his debut with Porto.
“But again, he fits in our model, the way we want to play, the project that we are in and I’m really excited with him as well.”
Arteta on Matt Turner
Mikel Arteta has revealed why he chose to snap up keeper Matt Turner.
The Arsenal boss told the club’s media: “Matt is a deal we did in January. We identified the possibility to strengthen the team in a position we believe was necessary.
“You will get to know him, a great character, a really special person with qualities in that goalkeeping area that we don’t have, he’s going to make the group and the team better.”
Jesus and Richarlison debate
Gabriel Jesus will bag more goals for Arsenal next season than Tottenham’s new recruit Richarlison.
That’s according to football pundit Tony Cascarion, who told the Daily Mail: “I think Gabriel Jesus ticks a lot more boxes and they’ve got him at a better price.
“If you said to me now who will get the most goals, I’d say Gabriel Jesus would get more goals than Richarlison for Tottenham.
“And he’s more versatile than Richarlison. Gabriel Jesus has played left-wing, right-wing, and centre-forward for Man City.”
Arteta shares Jesus excitement
Mikel Arteta has spoken of his excitement after sealing the signing on Gabriel Jesus.
He said: “I’m very excited.
The club has done a tremendous job to recruit a player of this stature. I know Gabriel personally very well, and we all know him well from his time in the Premier League and being really successful here.
“This is a position that’s been on our radar for a long time now and we have managed to get a player that we all wanted, so I’m really happy.”
‘No chance’ of Gabriel leaving
Arsenal legend Kevin Campbell has poured cold water on reports linking Gabriel with Juventus.
The defender has been linked with a £23m swoop for the defender.
But Campbell’s adamant that Gabriel will remain at Arsenal for the upcoming season.
He said to the Highbury Squad YouTube channel when asked about the possibility of Gabriel’s exit: “No chance. I am just telling you, no chance.”
Jesus makes ambition clear
New Arsenal signing Gabriel Jesus has revealed he’s joined the club to score goals.
He also referenced where he feels his best position is on the pitch.
Jesus said, via Arseblog: “I’m the number 9! I’m a striker, you know. I can play in three or four different positions, but I think my position is 9.
“I have come to score goals.”
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Man City ANNOUNCE Kalvin Phillips, Vinicius’ Real Madrid contract, Salah’s Chelsea deal EXCLUSIVE – transfer latest
by Philippa Kaur 4 July 2022, 11:19
RICHARLISON will sign for Tottenham and finally play Champions League football, after a £50million fee was agreed with Everton.PSG are willing to sell his Brazil team-mate Neymar this summer, according to reports.
The Parisian club are said to be after a buyer for the Brazilian because he has a clause in his contract that will see it extended to 2027 on £600,000-a-week wages if they don’t sell him by NEXT Friday.
Elsewhere, Borussia Dortmund have slapped a huge £103m asking price on teen sensation Jude Bellingham.
Barcelona are reportedly close to signing Robert Lewandowski from Bayern Munich for around £43 million this summer.
The Spanish giants have put him top of their transfer list and are doing everything they can to land their man.
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Tottenham close in on Lenglet
Tottenham are reportedly on the verge of clinching a loan deal for Barcelona star Clement Lenglet.
And Di Marzio claims Lenglet has been chosen by the Spurs boss for a north London summer switch.
Marseille were thought to be leading the race for Lenglet, who’s been capped 15 times by France.
But Italian tactician Conte has stormed in late on.
And Lenglet is now set to ply his trade in the Premier League as Spurs’ new left-sided centre-half.
Fulham face Manor Solomon loss
Fulham are facing the prospect of losing out on forward Manor Solomon with French club Nice attempting to hijack the deal.
The Israel international has been a long term target for boss Marco Silva and is close to joining the Cottagers from Ukrainian side Shakthar Donetsk.
Silva’s side have all but agreed a deal worth around £7million for the 22-year-old but have not yet fully completed.
Sources close to the player believe that all aspects are ready to go on the deal and that they are just awaiting the final seal from Fulham.
As the newly promoted side delay, however, Nice are trying to muscle in.
The Ligue 1 side, owned by British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe, have offered a bigger fee to Shakthar and a larger wage to Solomon than that on offer from West London.
Solomon, however, would still prefer a switch to the Premier League but is beginning to consider other options should Fulham continue to delay.
Pickford set for new contract
Everton are are reportedly in talks with Jordan Pickford over a new long-term deal.
The Mail claims Pickford is now set to be rewarded with a lucrative fresh contract.
The England No1, 28, hast two years left to run on his current deal.
Frank Lampard is a huge fan of Pickford, who cost £30million from Sunderland in 2017.
And he wants the stopper to commit his golden years at Goodison Park ahead of a summer rebuild.
Ronaldo to Sporting Lisbon?
Sporting Lisbon director of football Hugo Viana has refused to rule out Cristiano Ronaldo returning to the club.
He told Sky Sports on a possible summer move: “Not now, I don’t think that will be possible.
“But we never know. He can decide where he can go. But you never know the future.
“I don’t want to talk a lot about that because when we speak about Cristiano it is quite different.
“I think he has one more year on his contract, so whatever he decides, let’s see.”
Brentford eye ex-United flop
Brentford are plotting a swoop for ex-Manchester United flop Vanja Milinkovic-Savic.
The goalkeeper moved to Old Trafford back in 2014 from Serbian club Vojvodina.
He then suffered work permit issues that prevented him from making an appearance for the club.
And that led to his departure from United just a year later having failed to make any impact.
Now TuttoSport claims that Brentford are lining up a bid to give the now Torino stopper a second shot at the Premier League.
Chelsea face Raphinha coup
Chelsea are fighting Barcelona’s 11th-hour attempt to sign Raphinha.
Blues owner Todd Boehly looked like he had bagged the Brazil winger after agreeing a £55million deal with Leeds.
But having seen off interest from rivals Arsenal, Boehly now faces the threat of losing out to Barcelona.
Raphinha’s agent Deco, who played for both Barca and Chelsea, was spotted at the Spanish giants’ offices on Wednesday in a last-ditch attempt to engineer a move.
Richarlison to Tottenham confirmed
Richarlison is set to undergo a medical at Tottenham TODAY after agreeing to move from Everton, according to reports.
Spurs are still haggling with the Toffees over the final details of the deal, although a fee of around £50million and £10m in add-ons has been agreed in principle.
Richarlison, 25, has settled on personal terms with Tottenham and is eager to make the move.
According to The Athletic, the Brazilian’s Spurs medical will take place today with a transfer imminent.
The forward is eager to test himself at the highest level, and will be able to play Champions League football for the first time with Spurs.
Rangers face transfer battle
Four Euro clubs are keen to beat Rangers to sign Antonio Colak.
SunSport understands the PAOK striker is a target for Copenhagen, Panathinaikos, Real Mallorca and his former club Malmo as the race for the £2.5million-rated Croatian international, 28, hots up.
But it’s understood the Light Blues remain favourites with the frontman clear Ibrox is his favoured destination if a deal can be agreed with the Greeks.
We revealed Gers had made an improved £2m offer plus bonuses in a bid to prise Colak away from PAOK’s Dutch pre-season camp.
But that too has been rejected with PAOK chiefs adamant about the deal matching what they paid Rijeka two years ago.
Chelsea get De Ligt boost
Chelsea have received a major boost in their pursuit of Matthijs de Ligt after Juventus’ CEO hinted that the star wants to leave.
uventus chief Maurizio Arrivabene has appeared to have bolstered their hopes of landing De Ligt – saying they will be happy to do business as long as their asking price is met.
He said: “It’s impossible to keep players when they want to leave the club – but all the three parties in the negotiations have to be satisfied.”
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Man Utd are looking to hijack Arsenal’s bid to land Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez.
The Gunners have put in a third offer for the Argentine centre-back – after being told their previous bid of £34million was not enough.
But United have now registered their interest to the Dutch giants and asked to be kept informed of developments.
Erik ten Hag was planning to switch his attention to his forward line now deals for Frenkie de Jong and Tyrrell Malacia have been set up.
However the Red Devils were concerned that the 24-year-old Martinez would be heading for North London unless they made their interest known quickly.
Martinez has set his heart on a move to the Premier League – although the Dutch giants will demand around £43m to think about letting him leave.
Meanwhile, Romelu Lukaku is back in Italy ahead of his return to Inter Milan and has proudly posed with a club scarf.
The 29-year-old will link up with the San Siro outfit for a second time just a year after he re-joined Chelsea in a club-record £97.5million deal.
But he failed to hit the heights expected of him at Stamford Bridge, with Thomas Tuchel deeming him surplus to requirements.
And Inter have been quick to secure his services with the Serie A giants agreeing a £6.9m season-long loan deal with the Blues.
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Arsenal’s opening bid of £26m was rejected – as was their second which was £8m higher.
Their latest offer is a similar downpayment but with more add-ons – so that may not be enough to tempt Ajax to do business.
They are now likely to wait to see if a firm offer comes in for Lisandro Martinez from United.
He had previously indicated he was happy to join Arsenal but the prospect of re-uniting with his former boss Ten Hag at Old Trafford may change his mind.
It would be a blow for Mikel Arteta who has also seen Chelsea move in for another of his key targets, Raphinha, in recent days.
Spanish giants Barcelona are also in the race for the Brazilian who is rated at around £60m by his current club Leeds.
Meanwhile United are happy with the way their move for Malacia is progressing – despite a late bid from Lyon to turn his head back towards them.
He is expected to move to the North West and provide competition for Luke Shaw next season.
S-mart money
Man Utd are looking to hijack Arsenal’s bid to land Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez.
The Gunners have put in a third offer for the Argentine centre-back – after being told their previous bid of £34million was not enough.
But United have now registered their interest to the Dutch giants and asked to be kept informed of developments.
Erik ten Hag was planning to switch his attention to his forward line now deals for Frenkie de Jong and Tyrrell Malacia have been set up.
However the Red Devils were concerned that the 24-year-old Martinez would be heading for North London unless they made their interest known quickly.
Martinez has set his heart on a move to the Premier League – although the Dutch giants will demand around £43m to think about letting him leave.
Everton in talks for Winks
Everton are likely to sign Harry Winks regardless of where Richarlison‘s future lies, according to Givemesport.
The Brazilian international is being strongly linked with a move to Tottenham, with a potential swap deal involving Winks under consideration, but Jones is confident the midfielder will end up linking up with ex-teammate Dele Alli, no matter what happens with Richarlison.
According to Sky Sports’ Michael Bridge, Spurs and Everton are in talks over Winks, although the north Londoners are pushing for a permanent transfer, while the Toffees are seeking a loan deal with an option to buy.
Winks has already been told to find a new club by Tottenham and has been valued at around £20m.
Meanwhile, the same outlet state that Spurs are interested in Richarlison and Anthony Gordon, as Conte hopes to provide squad depth ahead of the club’s return to the Champions League next term.
Koul runnings
Kalidou Koulibaly has reportedly emerged as a potential target for Chelsea.
It has been claimed that the Senegal international has been added to Thomas Tuchel’s shortlist in his quest to bolster his backline.
The Blues boss is desperate for reinforcements in defence after Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen departed as free agents.
Chelsea have been linked with a host of players, with the club reportedly having a £34million offer plus either Timo Werner or Christian Pulisic for Matthijs de Ligt rejected by Juventus.
They are also understood to be keen on bringing Manchester City’s Nathan Ake back to Stamford Bridge.
Meanwhile Sevilla star Jules Kounde remains of interest, however they face competition from Barcelona in the race to secure the Frenchman’s services.
Tuchy subject
Romelu Lukaku did not enjoy a successful return to Chelsea and part of the reason for his failure was his strained relationship with Thomas Tuchel.
Lukaku, 29, first got on the wrong side of the German by publicly expressing his desire to return to Inter in a now infamous interview.
In the same interview Lukaku also criticised Tuchel’s style of play, suggesting it restricted him to too few chances in front of goal.
But Tuchel also irritated Lukaku with a jibe that poked fun at the striker’s relationship with his former manager Antonio Conte.
According to Goal’s Nizaar Kinsella, Lukaku was left unhappy with Tuchel’s wind-up.
Kinsella revealed: “To see him talk so highly of Inter [during the Sky Italia interview] was an insult to Chelsea fans. It broke the relationship with them.
“And there was another incident behind the scenes that wasn’t televised or anything like that.
“Someone told me that Lukaku and Tuchel were watching a Tottenham game and Tuchel said, ‘There’s your daddy’, about Antonio Conte.
“It was just a joke, but apparently, it didn’t go down very well with Lukaku.”
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PSG star Neymar has been informed by club chiefs he is no longer wanted at Parc des Princes, reports suggest.
That is according to RMC Sport, who claim PSG are keen to rebuild without the star forward ahead of this coming season.
The Brazil international has been linked with a summer exodus from Paris this summer with the likes of Chelsea and Manchester United showing interest,
United, Chelsea and Newcastle would be the only realistic transfer options for Neymar if he does leave PSG, whom he joined for a world record £200million in 2017.
The Premier League trio are the only clubs with the financial might to meet the Parisians and the striker’s financial demands.
Raph news
Raphinha’s agent was spotted at the Nou Camp less than 24 hours after Chelsea appeared to move into pole position to sign the Leeds winger.
The west Londoners dealt a hammer blow to Arsenal’s hopes of signing the Brazilian on Tuesday by tabling a bid north of £55million for his services.
A deal has yet to be reached and talks with the player’s agent – former Barcelona ace Deco – are set to take place later this week.
But Barca could be poised to land the winger after Deco was spotted at the Nou Camp with club chiefs Rafa Yuste, Mateu Alemany, Enric Masip and president Joan Laporta.
Spanish journalist Victor Navvaro captured footage of the group leaving the stadium and shared it on Twitter.
Spurs ‘set to snag genius’
Tottenham are set to snap up the set-piece genius who help fire Italy to Euro 2020 glory.
Veteran coach Gianni Vio, 69, is in talks to join Antonio Conte’s backroom staff ahead of the new season as the Italian looks to improve Spurs’ threat from set pieces.
The ex-banker-turned-deadball boffin wrote a thesis on set pieces as part of his coaching badges and claims to have more than 4,000 routines up his sleeve.
Vio helped Roberto Mancini at Euro 2020 last year and has previously worked at AC Milan, Leeds and Brentford.
Of the big six, only Manchester United scored fewer goals from set pieces than Spurs’ eight last season, meaning it is an area Conte is desperate to improve as they bid to bridge the gap to Manchester City and Liverpool.
Southampton ‘sign Man City starlet’
Southampton are on the verge of signing Man City starlet Romeo Lavia, according to reports.
The Saints were locked in battle with Leeds for the 18-year-old’s services.
But the Saint Mary’s outfit have emerged victorious in the transfer race, The Athletic reported.
City wanted to keep hold of Lavia and have the option to buy him back, the report adds.
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Dutch courage
Everton are leading the race to sign Tottenham star Steven Bergwijn, according to reports.
Spurs are believed to be open to selling the Netherlands international this summer amid interest from Everton and Ajax.
Bergwijn, 24, has also admitted that he is seeking a transfer as he looks to play regular football.
And it seems Everton have the upper hand as they are willing to offer Bergwijn more money than Ajax, report De Telegraaf.
The Toffees are reportedly ready to match Tottenham’s asking price too, believed to be in the region of £21million.
But Bergwijn is said to prefer a move to Ajax due to the Dutch champions being able to offer Champions League football.
Rab race
Adrien Rabiot wants to leave Juventus to join a Premier League club this summer.
The Telegraph claim Rabiot wants to leave the Serie A heavyweights to join an English club playing Champions League football.
And Juventus have agreed to his requests and will look to offload him for between £13-17million this summer.
Betfair think Chelsea are the frontrunners at odds of 5/2.
Three other Champions League sides in Liverpool (5/1), Manchester City (8/1) and Tottenham (10/1) are next in the betting markets.
Italian publication Calciomercato claim Liverpool are hatching a plan to swap Adrien Rabiot and Naby Keita, who are both 27 with 12 months remaining on their current deals.
There’s a large jump to Europa League duo Manchester United and Arsenal, who are locked together at 20/1.
Eye of the Hag-er
Erik Ten Hag is close to making Tyrell Malacia his first signing as Manchester United boss and he has liked the defender for some time.
United are reportedly set to hijack Lyon’s move for the Feyenoord star in a £14m deal.
And Ten Hag knows a lot about the left-back from his time as Ajax manager – when he first set eyes on the youngster.
Footage has emerged from a match between Feyenoord and Ajax when Malacia certainly caught the eye.
Ten Hag is seen saying in Dutch: “That kid at left-back is amazing.”
He also tells his assistant Michael Reiziger to take note of Malacia, possibly with a view to signing him in the future.
Mad for you
Atletico Madrid are reportedly in talks with Arsenal over a transfer for Hector Bellerin.
Bellerin, 27, spent the season on loan at Real Betis and a move back to La Liga could be on the cards.
ElDesmarque report Atletico are “already negotiating” with the Gunners over the full-back, who has told the North London club of his desire to leave.
Bellerin knows “first-hand” of interest from the Madrid side and it is making him rethink his future.
He is “seduced” by the option of playing in the capital but Betis remains his preferred option after his successful 2021-22 campaign.
The Spain international impressed for his boyhood club where he helped the Seville outfit win the Copa del Rey, as well as finishing fifth.
Luk at that
Inter Milan fans turned out in force to get a glimpse of the returning Romelu Lukaku.
Lukaku arrived in Milan for a medical today after Chelsea agreed a £6.9million fee to ship the 29-year-old out on loan.
And Lukaku grinned broadly as he waved to adoring fans from the window of the Italian Olympic Committee’s headquarters in Milan.
The Chelsea flop waved and gave a thumbs up to the crowd who had defied a warning from Inter Ultras NOT to welcome Lukaku back to the club.
Scorned Curva Nord fanatics urged fans not to “run and drool” after Lukaku following his return.
Instead they claimed he will have to earn their affection back with “humility and sweat”.
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Col me maybe
Southampton are considering a move for Chelsea youngster Levi Colwill as Ralph Hasenhuttl looks to continue his youth revolution.
The Saints have already snapped up two young players this summer in Gavin Bazunu – a goalkeeper from Manchester City – and 20-year-old defender Armel Bella-Kotchap, who arrived from German club Vfl Bochum.
And now Hasenhuttl wants to make another raid on Chelsea’s youth ranks.
The south coast side took three players from Cobham last summer with Tino Livramento and Dynel Simeu joining on permanent deals as well as Armando Broja spending last season on loan.
Now Colwill is in Southampton’s sights – with Premier League rivals Leicester City also tracking his progress.
The defender, 19, spent last season on loan with Championship side Huddersfield, who reached the play-off final where they lost to Nottingham Forest.
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Ex-Arsenal and Chelsea star David Luiz ‘wants return to Europe after being offered to Inter Milan in shock transfer’
by Philippa Kaur 4 July 2022, 10:37
FORMER Arsenal and Chelsea star David Luiz could be set for a sensational return to Europe with Inter Milan.The Brazilian defender, 35, headed back to his homeland in September 2021 from the Gunners to join Flamengo.
David Luiz could be set for a return to Europe with Inter MilanCredit: Getty
He signed a 15-month contract at the Campeonato Brasileiro Serie A outfit following a decade playing in Portugal, England and France.
Now GOAL claims he could “make a dramatic comeback in Serie A with the Nerazzurri” after being offered to them by Flamengo.
And Inter are now weighing-up whether to make an offer for the veteran.
Luiz suffered injury problems after moving to Flamengo but went on to impress in their Copa Libertadores campaign.
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But his deal is due to expire at the end of this year and he could now be heading to Europe again.
The South American enjoyed huge success during his time in the Premier League.
After signing for Chelsea from Benfica in 2011, the ace won the FA Cup, Champions League and Europa League prior to joining Paris Saint-Germain three years later.
He won the Ligue 1 title during his two seasons at Parc des Princes but came back to Chelsea in 2016 for another three-year stint.
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Luiz played a key role in the 2017 Premier League triumph and also tasted FA Cup and another Europa League cup success before signing for Arsenal in 2019.
And the centre-back lifted the FA Cup again with the Gunners under Mikel Arteta prior to falling out of favour under the Spaniard.
He has also won 53 caps for his country and was part of the 2013 Confederations Cup-winning squad. More
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Man Utd ‘launch improved £40m Lisandro Martinez transfer bid and confident of beating Arsenal after talks with Ajax’
by Philippa Kaur 4 July 2022, 09:32
MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly confident of beating Arsenal to signing Lisandro Martinez after meeting with Ajax chiefs. The Red Devils are claimed to have offered just shy of £40million for the Argentinian defender.
Manchester United are reportedly confident of sealing a move for Lisandro MartinezCredit: Getty
Ajax’s new director of football Klaas-Jan Huntelaar travelled to London on Saturday to meet with United representatives, according to the Mirror.
And after discussions with the former Netherlands striker, United are said to be confident of beating Arsenal in the race to sign Martinez.
United are said to have lodged a bid worth an initial £35.3m, with a further £4.3m available in add-ons.
The total package works out at £39.6m, with Ajax understood to value Martinez at £43m.
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The fact Huntelaar travelled to London to meet United chiefs and the two clubs are locked in advanced negotiations suggests a deal could be close.
It’s said talks between the two parties progressed well and there is the belief Martinez will sign in time to jet out to Bangkok on Friday for the club’s pre-season tour to Thailand and Australia.
United boss Erik ten Hag is keen on a reunion with his former defender, although full-back Tyrell Malacia is set to become the new gaffer’s first confirmed signing after being spotted at Carrington.
Arsenal though are also understood to be keen on a swoop for Argentina international Martinez.
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The Gunners have had THREE bids rejected for the defender – the most recent of those being worth £34m.
Elsewhere Arsenal have this morning confirmed the signing of Gabriel Jesus from Manchester City in a £45m deal.
The Brazilian has taken the No9 shirt at the Emirates after Alexandre Lacazette quit the club on a free transfer. More
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‘Going towards my dream’ – Gabriel Jesus teases Arsenal fans with clip as he travels to London to seal £45m transfer
by Philippa Kaur 3 July 2022, 22:44
GABRIEL JESUS revved Arsenal fans into a frenzy by posting he was “going towards my dream” as he cruised south to seal a £45million move.The Brazil star will be unveiled as a Gunner on Monday, with fellow Manchester City attacker Raheem Sterling set to join him in the capital at Chelsea soon afterwards.
After taking weeks to finalise, Gabriel Jesus transfer from champions Man City to Mikel Arteta’s Gunners has become a ‘dream’ happening all in a blur
Etihad ace Gabriel Jesus was pictured in an Arsenal kit in a clip leaked online
Gabriel Jesus, wearing Arsenal’s #9, at the Emirates Stadium this morning, as the club prepare media duties ahead of the announcement of his move. 👀 #afc pic.twitter.com/D5BVTaSOVU— afcstuff (@afcstuff) June 30, 2022
Jesus has already been spotted wearing an Arsenal kit and walking round the Emirates Stadium in a video leaked online.
And the 25-year-old added to the excitement on social media with an Instagram clip of his own.
Taken from a vehicle whizzing along a motorway, he posted a message in Portuguese that hinted he was on his way to fulfilling his “dream”.
Jesus has opted for the Gunners – and a reunion with former City assistant boss Mikel Arteta – rather than renew his Etihad deal as he wants more regular starts.
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He knows opportunities with Premier League champions City will be squeezed further next season by the summer signings of Erling Haaland and Julian Alvarez.
Jesus is expected to take the No 9 shirt vacated by Alexandre Lacazette’s exit to Lyon.
He notched 13 goals and 12 assists in 41 games for Pep Guardiola’s men last term.
Sterling, meanwhile, is believed to have held promising talks with Chelsea over the weekend.
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And although like Jesus, the 27-year-old’s Etihad contract has just 12 months remaining, City want more than £45m for the England ace.
As for Etihad incomings, having already strengthened up front, Guardiola’s priority has turned to capturing Kalvin Phillips.
City need a long-term replacement for anchorman Fernandinho, 37.
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