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      Arsenal ‘prepare record £86m Victor Osimhen transfer offer’ as they look to beat Man Utd to Napoli striker

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      ARSENAL are reportedly preparing a club-record £86million bid for Victor Osimhen.That’s as Mikel Arteta looks to beat Manchester United to the highly-rated Napoli striker.
      Arsenal are ready to bid £86m for Napoli star and Man Utd target Victor OsimhenCredit: Getty
      Gazzetta claims Osimhen, 23, is in high demand this summer.
      The Nigeria international has scored 24 goals in 51 Serie A games since a £60m move from Lille in 2020.
      And Osimhen is now ready to take the next step in his career by playing in England.
      Man United are interested in a deal as Erik ten Hag looks to support Cristiano Ronaldo up front.
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      But Arsenal have been monitoring Osimhen since his days in France.
      And Arteta reckons he would be the perfect replacement for Alexandre Lacazette, who has just rejoined Lyon on a free transfer.
      Napoli are demanding £86m to let Osimhen go this summer.
      Yet Arsenal have not been put off by the price tag, it’s claimed.
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      And they are even willing to meet it knowing that United are not prepared to pay that fee.
      Should Arsenal bid £86m, it would shatter the £72m fee they paid for Nicolas Pepe in 2019.
      Arsenal’s move for Osimhen comes as they also close in on Gabriel Jesus.
      It’s reckoned Man City are set to accept a £50m bid from the Gunners, despite additional interest from Chelsea and Spurs.
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      Jesus is said to be keen on moving to the Emirates, having worked with Arteta during the Spaniard’s time as City No2.
      And a deal could be completed before the end of the month. More

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      Arsenal set to seal Gabriel Jesus transfer by launching improved offer for Man City star who wants to join Gunners

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      ARSENAL have submitted a £50million bid for Manchester City star Gabriel Jesus, according to reports.The Gunners have been heavily linked with a move for the Brazilian this summer.
      Arsenal are set to meet Manchester City’s £50m asking price for Gabriel JesusCredit: Getty
      Jesus has scored a total of 95 goals for City
      The Gunners previously bid £30m for Jesus, 25, but are now set to match City’s £50m asking price, report The Times.
      And the forward is said to be keen on the move to link back up with Mikel Arteta, who he worked with at City.
      The Arsenal boss also wanted to reunite with Jesus and made the Brazilian one of his transfer priorities this summer after seeing Alexandre Lacazette leave.
      The Gunners were seemingly unwilling to pay £50m to land Jesus previously given he is set to enter the final year of his City contract.
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      But the striker’s agent Marcello Pettinati reportedly arrived in London yesterday to hold transfer talks with Arsenal.
      Personal terms are still yet to be agreed but it seems Jesus is heading for the Emirates.
      That is a blow for rivals Tottenham and Chelsea who were also in the hunt to sign Jesus.
      But his desire to play first-team football means Arsenal were always favourites for his signature.
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      Arsenal are fighting to keep hold of Eddie Nketiah with his contract expiring and he could be the only striker to rival Jesus for a starting place.
      The Gunners will hope to complete the deal to sign Jesus quickly which would allow them to pursue other targets.
      Arteta is determined to sign a midfielder this summer with Youri Tielemans believed to be at the top of his shortlist. More

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      Gabriel Jesus agent ‘ARRIVES in London’ with Arsenal leading race, Gunners ‘pushing hardest for Raphinha transfer’

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      GABRIEL JESUS’ agent has reportedly arrived in London, with Arsenal keen to complete a deal.And the North London outfit have received a huge boost in landing the Brazilian as he is set on joining, according to reports.
      Arsenal are also said to be “pushing hardest” to sign Raphinha from Leeds, with Spurs and Chelsea also said to be interested.
      And it is claimed that the club are confident of signing Youri Tielemans.
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      ICYMI – Arsenal to take hard line
      Arsenal are telling miserly rivals to put up or shut up after pulling the plug on Lucas Torreira’s cut-price move to Fiorentina.
      The Emirates hierarchy are fed up with European clubs trying to sign their unwanted players on the cheap.
      And they have ruled that the days of the great Gunners giveaway are now a thing of the past as they look to get greater value for money in the transfer market.
      They are particularly irked by Fiorentina pleading poverty during negotiations for Torreira just months after using Arsenal’s interest in Dusan Vlahovic to squeeze £65million from Juventus for the striker.
      Fiorentina had agreed a £12.5million option to sign Torreira when they took him on loan last season.
      But they reneged on that pledge when it came to negotiations for a permanent deal and said they would go no higher than £7million.
      Jesus agent lands in London
      Gabriel Jesus’ agent Marcello Pettinati has arrived in London for transfer talks, according to reports.
      The Brazilian has been heavily linked with the Gunners, as Mikel Arteta chases a new No9.
      According to Calcio Mercato, Arsenal are leading the chase for the Man City forward.
      Tottenham and Chelsea are also monitoring Jesus ahead of a likely summer transfer away from the Etihad.
      Arsenal in hunt for Leeds star
      The Gunners want to sign Leeds ace Raphinha this summer, according to reports.
      Raphinha has been persistently linked with Barcelona, although there are doubts over the Catalan side’s funds.
      Barca’s struggles could open the door for Arsenal to pounce.
      They will have to beat off interest from rivals Spurs, however, while Chelsea are also monitoring the situation.
      Leeds are open to flogging the Brazilian, but only for the right price.
      Aubameyang sale ‘a mistake’
      Mikel Arteta ‘needed’ to get Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang playing again after their dispute last season, claims Harry Redknapp.
      The former Tottenham boss told talkSPORT: “You needed to get him playing, didn’t you!?
      “They don’t have that many good players. Get him on side.
      “Sometimes you have to swallow it and get them playing for you.”
      Redknapp slams departing Arsenal star
      Former Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp has criticised Alexandre Lacazette.
      The 75-year-old told talkSPORT: “They are still short. I could only ever see Tottenham finishing above Arsenal. Spurs were miles better.
      “I heard you saying earlier that Lacazette was on £200k-a-week.
      “No wonder they let him go. Now he’s gone. What did he do for his 200k?”
      Gabriel Jesus race hotting up
      Arsenal remain the frontrunners in the quest to sign Gabriel Jesus from Manchester City but face competition from the likes of Chelsea and Real Madrid.
      Sky Bet make the Gunners odds-on favourites at 4/7, with Chelsea having the next shortest odds at 11/4.
      Sky Bet odds

      Arsenal – 4/7
      Chelsea – 11/4
      Real Madrid – 9/1
      Tottenham – 10/1
      AC Milan – 22/1
      Juventus – 22/1
      Aston Villa – 25/1
      Atletico Madrid – 25/1
      Bayern Munich – 25/1
      Barcelona – 33/1
      Borussia Dortmund – 33/1
      Inter Milan – 33/1
      PSG – 33/1
      Roma – 33/1

      Rob-bed of seeing Lewandowski
      Robert Lewandowski’s former agent has revealed why he believes the Polish striker has never played in the Premier League.
      The 34-year-old has made it clear his desire to leave Bayern Munich this summer.
      However, he looks poised for a move to Barcelona rather than any of the top English sides.
      And Cezary Kucharski, who represented Lewandowski until 2018, has given his view as to why a transfer to the Premier League has never occurred.
      Speaking to Sport1, he said: “I always heard Robert give a childish explanation that it rains so much in England.
      “But I think the real reason was that he didn’t think he could be as efficient as in Germany. Robert was really afraid of that.”
      Gunners in Man Utd transfer battle
      Arsenal have joined the race to sign Porto star Vitinha, according to reports.
      The midfielder, 22, is attracting attention from some of Europe’s biggest clubs after some glittering form Portugal and the Champions League.
      Barcelona and Manchester United are credited with interest but it could be Arsenal who make the first move.
      Vitinha is available for £34million due to a clause in his contract with the Gunners ready to pounce according to Portuguese outlet Record.
      Mikel Arteta is targeting several additions to his squad this summer but signing a midfielder appears to be his priority.
      Prem to ditch festive fixtures
      The Premier League will reportedly scrap the traditional fixtures between Boxing Day and New Year after the World Cup.
      The December 28 games have been axed this year in an effort to help ease players back from the World Cup following the tournament in Qatar.
      The normal fixture list for that date has been moved due to the concerns over the physical conditioning of players that will have returned to domestic duties on Boxing Day – just eight days after the final in Doha.
      Telegraph Sport says that the Prem “will announce in its club fixture lists on Thursday that its festive calendar will now only include Boxing Day, New Year’s Eve and Jan 2” this term.
      Ex Arsenal ace wants Spurs flop
      Vincent Janssen is wanted by ex-Arsenal winger Marc Overmars and Mark van Bommel at Antwerp.
      The Holland striker, who turned 27 on Wednesday, plays for Mexican side Monterrey after leaving Spurs in 2019.
      But Janssen is set for a return to Europe with the Belgian club, who have former Gunner Overmars as technical and former Netherlands midfielder Van Bommel as coach.
      Janssen said: “There has been contact with Marc Overmars and Mark van Bommel. I hope we get out, but I can’t say more about it.
      “I had three great years in Mexico and I’m still happy there. But we’ll see in the coming days.”
      Sterling ‘should snub Gunners’
      Arsenal target Raheem Sterling should snub the Gunners to stay at City, claims former Etihad star Shaun Wright Phillips.
      He told Genting Casino: “Raheem Sterling is still happy at Man City and the club still wants him. I want him to stay, but at the same time, all footballers want to play games and at the top clubs there is so much competition and rotation.
      “His heart seems to be at Man City, it just depends where his mind is.
      “Even if he went to a club like Arsenal, he wouldn’t play every game because they have players like Emile Smith-Rowe and Bukayo Saka.
      “All the top clubs are going to have at least two good players in each position. He would play more at Arsenal and the more important games but he would still be rotated.”
      Bayern transfer list Gunners target
      Bayern Munich are reportedly open to selling Marcel Sabitzer this summer for a bargain price.
      Just one season after Sabitzer joined the Bundesliga giants from RB Leipzig, Bayern are said to have transfer listed the 28-year-old.
      The German outfit will let him leave if a club matches the £13million they paid to sign him last summer, according to Bild.
      Sabitzer only scored one goal and provided one assist in 30 appearances during the recent campaign.
      And Bayern sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic and technical director Marco Neppe have now deemed the Austrian international surplus to requirements.
      Club chiefs are also keen to get Sabitzer’s £8.6m yearly salary off the books by selling the midfielder this summer.
      Both Arsenal and Tottenham were heavily linked with a move for Sabitzer 12 months ago, before he joined Bayern.
      More on Torreira news
      Following his move to Fiorentina falling through, Lucas Torreira moaned: “I did my best to continue to be part of Fiorentina but unfortunately there were those acting in a bad way who prevented this from happening and that is why I have to leave.”
      It means Arsenal now need to find another buyer for the Uruguayan international midfielder who cost them £26million but does not figure in Mikel Arteta’s plans and only has a year left on his Emirates contract.
      But the club believes they had to walk away from Fiorentina’s proposals because they do not want to set a precedent as they try to raise up to £60million from player sales this summer.
      Benfica are refusing to meet Arsenal’s £8.5million valuation of German international keeper Bernd Leno despite just banking £85million from the sale of Darwin Nunez to Liverpool.
      And Real Betis want to keep Hector Bellerin after a successful loan spell but do not want to pay a transfer fee for the Spanish international full-back.
      Arsenal take hard line approach
      The Gunners are telling miserly rivals to put up or shut up after pulling the plug on Lucas Torreira’s cut-price move to Fiorentina, writes SunSport’s Mark Irwin.
      The Emirates hierarchy are fed up with European clubs trying to sign their unwanted players on the cheap.
      And they have ruled that the days of the great Gunners giveaway are now a thing of the past as they look to get greater value for money in the transfer market.
      They are particularly irked by Fiorentina pleading poverty during negotiations for Torreira just months after using Arsenal’s interest in Dusan Vlahovic to squeeze £65million from Juventus for the striker.
      Fiorentina had agreed a £12.5million option to sign Torreira when they took him on loan last season.
      But they reneged on that pledge when it came to negotiations for a permanent deal and said they would go no higher than £7million.
      Gunners legend slammed by Conmebol
      Arsene Wenger has been slammed by Conmebol following comments made where he suggested Europe was the only continent capable of bringing through talent.
      The former Arsenal manager is now FIFA’s chief of global development and he claimed Africa lacked the infrastructure required for footballers to reach their potential.
      Conmebol have written to FIFA to express their displeasure at the remarks.
      A statement read: “Wenger’s words, show an unusual ignorance about the valuable input of African players in world soccer, and particularly in Europe.
      ” [Wenger’s comments] show a denigrating twist that hides the effort of footballers and sporting institutions that are not in Europe.
      “Just like Africans, we South Americans know first hand that kind of behaviour that comes from the belief that the world begins and ends in Europe.
      “[The] most objectionable prejudices are disguised as reasoned and intelligent reflections.”
      Arsenal no longer a soft touch
      Arsenal are painfully aware that they have been seen as a soft touch in the transfer market after allowing major signings such as Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Mesut Ozil, Shkodran Mustafi, Sokratis, Sead Kolasinac, Willian and Henrikh Mkhitaryan to all leave for nothing in recent years.
      Aubameyang has gone on to excel at Barcelona, showing delight at moving away from London.
      Now the Gunners are taking a determined stance to stop being taken for a ride as they seek to raise funds for a major spending spree of their own.
      Gunners hold firm on Torreira, Leno and Bellerin
      That left the player complaining: “I did my best to continue to be part of Fiorentina but unfortunately there were those acting in a bad way who prevented this from happening and that is why I have to leave.”
      It means Arsenal now need to find another buyer for the Uruguayan international midfielder who cost them £26million but does not figure in Mikel Arteta’s plans and only has a year left on his Emirates contract.
      But the club believes they had to walk away from Fiorentina’s proposals because they do not want to set a precedent as they try to raise up to £60million from player sales this summer.
      Benfica are refusing to meet Arsenal’s £8.5million valuation of German international keeper Bernd Leno despite just banking £85million from the sale of Darwin Nunez to Liverpool.
      And Real Betis want to keep Hector Bellerin after a successful loan spell but do not want to pay a transfer fee for the Spanish international full-back.
      Arsenal warning rivals they will not sell on the cheap
      Arsenal are telling miserly rivals to put up or shut up after pulling the plug on Lucas Torreira’s cut-price move to Fiorentina.
      The Emirates hierarchy are fed up with European clubs trying to sign their unwanted players on the cheap, writes Mark Irwin.
      And they have ruled that the days of the great Gunners giveaway are now a thing of the past as they look to get greater value for money in the transfer market.
      They are particularly irked by Fiorentina pleading poverty during negotiations for Torreira just months after using Arsenal’s interest in Dusan Vlahovic to squeeze £65million from Juventus for the striker.
      Fiorentina had agreed a £12.5million option to sign Torreira when they took him on loan last season.
      But they reneged on that pledge when it came to negotiations for a permanent deal and said they would go no higher than £7million.

      Munich open to selling Gunners target Sabitzer
      Bayern Munich are reportedly open to selling Marcel Sabitzer this summer for a bargain price.
      Just one season after Sabitzer joined the Bundesliga giants from RB Leipzig, Bayern are said to have transfer listed the 28-year-old.
      The German outfit will let him leave if a club matches the £13million they paid to sign him last summer, according to Bild.
      Sabitzer only scored one goal and provided one assist in 30 appearances during the recent campaign.
      Both Arsenal and Tottenham were heavily linked with a move for Sabitzer 12 months ago, before he joined Bayern.
      But after a poor first season at the Allianz reports once again emerged in April linking Sabitzer to North London.
      The Gunners are looking to make additions in midfield ahead of the new season.
      Tielemans a ‘top priority’ for Arteta
      Arsenal are hopeful they can seal a deal for Leicester midfielder Youri Tielemans before the end of the month, according to reports.
      Ben Jacobs of CBS Sports said: “Arsenal remain confident and on course to sign Youri Tielemans before the month is out.
      “Interest from Tottenham was never too advanced. But Bissouma’s incoming arrival will allay fears Spurs could hijack the deal.
      “Tielemans is one of Arteta’s top priorities.”
      Jesus ‘wants Arsenal transfer’
      Gabriel Jesus wants to join Arsenal in a switch from Man City this summer.
      That’s according to Kevin Campbell who said: “Jesus can go and play Champions League football.
      “But he wants to come to Arsenal, one because he knows the manager, two because he knows the system and three, which is the most important thing, he wants to be the main man.”
      Arsenal pre-season training in less than TWO weeks
      Arsenal will report back at London Colney in less than two weeks before heading to Germany for their first match of the summer.
      The Gunners begin their preparations for the 2022-23 campaign on June 27 as Mikel Arteta prepares for another shot at securing Champions League football.
      Arteta still managed to claim a spot in Europe after failing to play in any Uefa competition last term after finishing eighth in 2021.
      And the Spaniard will now be aiming to go one better this time around when he welcomes his players back to the club.
      According to Arsenal Fixture News, the first team squad are due to return on June 27.

      Arsenal’s Marquinhos transfer discussed
      Arsenal have signed Marquinhos as a future star who can be the next Gabriel Martinelli.
      That’s the opinion of talkSPORT host Simon Jordan, who said: “So Arsenal are buying this one, much more on promise, than reality.
      “He is not a player that is going to solve Arsenal’s problems immediately, but for the long-term.
      “If he lives up to Gabriel Martinelli – it will be a shrewd piece of business.”
      Arsenal get striker reality check
      Arsenal fans have been told to get realistic about the club’s pursuit of a striker this summer.
      That’s the opinion of ex-Gunner Kevin Campbell who stressed to supporters that players like Kylian Mbappe are out of the club’s reach.
      He said: “I understand (some) Arsenal fans because I suppose they want Arsenal to go and sign Kylian Mbappe.
      “That’s what Arsenal fans seem to want. We are not in that market.
      ” So, what we have to do is sign somebody who can do the job, knows how to do the job and has a bit of hunger to be the main man.”
      Lewandowski urged to join Gunners
      Robert Lewandowski has been urged to join Arsenal or Chelsea instead of Man United by Chris Sutton.
      Sutton said regarding Lewandowksi’s future: “Manchester City, Liverpool, Chelsea and Spurs, at this moment in time.
      “And Arsenal are a better option, at this moment in time than Manchester United.
      “One club seems to be stable under Arteta, I am not saying Arteta has torn up too many trees, but they are in a better position and they are better placed than Manchester United.”
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      Arsenal join Man Utd in Vitinha transfer race as they consider triggering £34m release clause for Porto midfielder

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      ARSENAL have joined the race to sign Porto star Vitinha, according to reports.The midfielder, 22, is attracting attention from some of Europe’s biggest clubs after some glittering form Portugal and the Champions League.
      Arsenakl are battling Manchester United and Barcelona to sign VitinhaCredit: Getty
      Barcelona and Manchester United are credited with interest but it could be Arsenal who make the first move.
      Vitinha is available for £34million due to a clause in his contract with the Gunners ready to pounce according to Portuguese outlet Record.
      Mikel Arteta is targeting several additions to his squad this summer but signing a midfielder appears to be his priority.
      The Spaniard wants to improve the depth in centre midfield with Granit Xhaka also possibly heading for an exit amid links to Bayer Leverkusen.
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      Arteta seems to want a midfielder with Premier League experience having eyed Leicester’s Youri Tielemans and Yves Bissouma, though the Brighton star appears to be heading to Tottenham.
      Vitinha, whose full name is Vitor Machado Ferreira, also fits the bill after spending the 2020-21 season on loan at Wolves, where he made 19 Prem appearances.
      But United are also monitoring his situation after holding talks with his agent Jorge Mendes a few weeks ago.
      Erik ten Hag also wants to add to his midfield with the Red Devils in talks to sign Frenkie de Jong while also offering a contract to Christian Eriksen.
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      Bayern ‘close in’ on Mane, Spurs AGREE Bissouma deal, Real Madrid’s £78m Bellingham bid – latest updates

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      BAYERN MUNICH are edging closer to landing an incredible deal for Liverpool ace Sadio Mane according to reports.Personal terms will be agreed soon and the Bundesliga champions are preparing a fresh bid in the coming weeks.
      Meanwhile, Yves Bissouma seems set to join Tottenham this summer with the final details being thrashed out between both parties.
      And Real Madrid have reportedly launched a £78 million bid for England star Jude Bellingham.
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      Blues willing to pay Kounde clause
      Chelsea and Newcastle are both reportedly willing to meet the release clause in the contract of Sevilla’s Jules Kounde but Barcelona are also interested.
      Barca, due to financial difficulties, may not be able to afford the £69million it will take to buy Kounde.
      Therefore, Xavi’s side are weighing up alternative options such as offering players as part of the deal.
      Mundo Deportivo claim full-back Sergino Dest is one man that Barcelona would be willing to send to Sevilla to help lower the fee for the centre-back.
      Kounde has also reportedly expressed his desire to play for the Catalan giants over any other team.
      Villa ace nears exit
      Trabzonspor have tabled a £3.4million bid for Aston Villa’s winger Trezeguet – however Villa are holding out for £4.3m, writes SunSport’s Graeme Bryce.
      The 27-year-old Egyptian spent a successful loan spell with Istanbul Basaksehir after returning from injury in January.
      Trezeguet scored six goals and provided four assists in 13 league games to attract interest from rival Turkish clubs, headed by Trabzonspor who also face competition from other clubs on the continent.
      They are gearing up for a crack at the Champions’ League after winning the Turkish Super Lig for the first time since 1984.
      Manager Abdullah Avci is already closing in on Rangers’ Croatian left-back Borna Barisic and wants Trezeguet to beef up his attacking options.
      Turkish sources say Villa refused to loan the winger out again and Trabzonspor failed with an initial bid worth just under £3.5million plus add-ons to be paid in installments.
      Villa boss Steven Gerrard needs to raise cash to fund more buys and the club’s money-men are digging their heels in for a fee north of £4million.
      Trezeguet accepts he is unlikely to shift Philippe Coutinho, Leon Bailey and Emi Buendia and is keen to move to Trabzonspor, who can offer him Champions’ League football.
      Flop nearing Serie A return
      Romelu Lukaku is reportedly closing in on a return to Inter Milan from Chelsea.
      The striker has informed Blues chiefs that he has his heart set on a move back to Italy after a disastrous season at Stamford Bridge.
      And the two clubs are now set for face-to-face talks as they aim to wrap up a deal as soon as possible.
      Lukaku has been pining for a reunion with Inter for months after going off the boil in London.
      The Belgian is ready to take a 50 per cent pay cut to force through a move.
      But Inter are unable to afford a permanent deal and want Chelsea to accept a loan offer.
      Fabrizio Romano claim the Blues are receptive to Lukaku’s exit, however, they want a £17m loan fee or a player in exchange – with the likes of Lautaro Martinez and Alessandro Bastoni admired by Thomas Tuchel.
      Arsenal take hard line approach
      The Gunners are telling miserly rivals to put up or shut up after pulling the plug on Lucas Torreira’s cut-price move to Fiorentina, writes SunSport’s Mark Irwin.
      The Emirates hierarchy are fed up with European clubs trying to sign their unwanted players on the cheap.
      And they have ruled that the days of the great Gunners giveaway are now a thing of the past as they look to get greater value for money in the transfer market.
      They are particularly irked by Fiorentina pleading poverty during negotiations for Torreira just months after using Arsenal’s interest in Dusan Vlahovic to squeeze £65million from Juventus for the striker.
      Fiorentina had agreed a £12.5million option to sign Torreira when they took him on loan last season.
      But they reneged on that pledge when it came to negotiations for a permanent deal and said they would go no higher than £7million.
      Spurs flop returning to Europe
      Vincent Janssen is wanted by Marc Overmars and Mark van Bommel at Antwerp, writes SunSport’s Phil Cadden.
      The Holland striker, who turned 28 on Wednesday, plays for Mexican side Monterrey after leaving Spurs in 2019.
      But Janssen is set for a return to Europe with the Belgian club, who have ex-Arsenal star Overmars as technical and former Netherlands midfielder van Bommel as coach.
      Janssen said: “There has been contact with Marc Overmars and Mark van Bommel. I hope we get out, but I can’t say more about it.
      “I had three great years in Mexico and I’m still happy there. But we’ll see in the coming days.”
      Janssen started for Louis van Gaal’s Holland in their 3-2 Nations League win over Wales on Tuesday night and hopes to make the Dutch squad for the World Cup.
      United preparing a bid for Bennacer
      Manchester United are preparing a renewed bid for AC Milan star Ismael Bennacer, according to reports.
      The Algerian midfielder was part of the Rossoneri’s Serie A title winning squad, making 31 league appearances and scoring two goals.
      But the 24-year-old has just one year left on his contract at the San Siro and he’s yet to sign a new deal.
      And reports in the Algerian press suggest the player is unhappy about losing his place in the Milan starting line-up to Frank Kessie and Sandro Tonali.
      Old Trafford officials are thought to have spoken to their Milan counterparts about Bennacer.
      Milan want £43million for Bennacer but may have to accept less.

      Forest in talks for Henderson
      Manchester United are in talks with Nottingham Forest over a proposed loan move for Dean Henderson, according to reports.
      The goalkeeper, 25, is out of favour at Old Trafford and has been heavily linked with a move away.
      Premier League new boys Forest are in need of a shot-stopper after play-off hero Brice Samba announced he wants to leave the club.
      Henderson has been eyed as his replacement with Forest seeking a loan deal that could be made permanent for £20million, reports Fabrizio Romano.

      Negotiations are reportedly ongoing with Henderson said to be open to the switch.
      The keeper made just five appearances for United last season and with the World Cup looming he will be hoping for regular game time to impress Gareth Southgate.
      Henderson was left out of England’s Nations League squad after falling behind Aaron Ramsdale and Nick Pope in the Three Lions pecking order.
      Pulisic would be a ‘really good signing’ for Liverpool, says Johnson
      Former Liverpool defender Glen Johnson believes Chelsea’s Christian Pulisic would be a good signing for his former club.
      Johnson spoke to Bettingodds.com said: “I like him. He’s gone to a big club and I think he’s done okay.
      “I don’t think he’s set the world alight but I do like him and he’s a good squad player. When he’s on form he’s fantastic.
      “If he was to go to Liverpool then I think that would be a really good signing.
      “He’s the sort of player that Jurgen likes, so yes I could see him fitting in there well.”
      Lukaku swap deal still an option
      Chelsea and Inter are in talks to get a deal which is favourable for both parties.
      A swap deal for striker Lautaro Martinez is still on the table.
      Ben Jacobs of CBS Sports tweeted: “Lukaku will have to take a wage cut and accepts this.
      “Chelsea are exploring both a traditional loan and a swap-deal.
      “Inter don’t want to let Martinez go. They see his relationship and friendship with Lukaku as key.
      “Chelsea sources have always distanced themselves from Martinez and say a swap-deal is just ‘one possibility’”.
      Tielemans a ‘top priority’ for Arteta
      Arsenal are hopeful they can seal a deal for Leicester midfielder Youri Tielemans before the end of the month, according to reports.
      Ben Jacobs of CBS Sports said: “Arsenal remain confident and on course to sign Youri Tielemans before the month is out.
      “Interest from Tottenham was never too advanced. But Bissouma’s incoming arrival will allay fears Spurs could hijack the deal.
      “Tielemans is one of Arteta’s top priorities.”
      Toon enter the chase for Areola
      Newcastle have reportedly opened talks with Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Alphonse Areola, writes Alex Smith.
      The 29-year-old stopper spent last season on loan at West Ham and reports suggest he is now looking for a permanent move.
      RMC Sport now claim Newcastle have entered the battle to sign him.
      However, a deal may prove difficult as West Ham appear in pole position to sign Areola as they have the option to buy him for a rumoured £11million.
      The Frenchman is also in the process of negotiating with David Moyes’ side with West Ham wanting to accelerate talks now the player is back from international duty.

      Botman ‘resisting’ Newcastle offer for Milan move
      Sven Botman is “resisting” Newcastle’s transfer offer as he is holding out on a dream move to AC Milan, according to reports.
      The Dutchman looks certain to leave Lille this summer and is attracting interest from a number of top clubs from across Europe, writes Joshua Mbu.
      Milan and Newcastle appear to be frontrunners for the 22-year-old defender, with the Magpies able to offer big wages.
      However, according to La Gazetta dello Sport, Botman is “resisting” Newcastle’s offer and is holding out on a move to Milan.
      Botman is said to have already agreed personal terms with the Serie A champions.
      But Milan are yet to tempt Lille into selling, with their £28.5million offer coming up short of the £34m asking price.
      The centre-back is willing to wait for Lille and Milan to agree terms.
      Frenkie wary of making Man Utd move
      Frenkie de Jong says Barcelona are the ‘biggest club in the world’ as Manchester United remain locked in talks over a £65million move for the Holland star, writes Phillip Cadden.
      The Dutch playmaker impressed in the 3-2 Nations League win over Wales in Rotterdam on Tuesday night.
      Afterwards, De Jong was asked about his future and if he was flattered by the interest from new United boss Erik Ten Hag.
      To which the 25-year-old said: “You’re always flattered when teams show interest in you as a player. 
      “I am at the biggest club in the world at the moment and I feel fine there, so no news.”
      United have not made a formal bid yet but Ten Hag is keen to work with midfield ace De Jong again after a successful spell together at Ajax.
      Dar wants to win
      Darwin Nunez has opened up on why he chose to join Liverpool over Man United… trophies.
      He said: “You can then imagine yourself winning more trophies and then later on when you come here again and see the trophies on display, you can say: ‘Look, I was a part of that, I was there at that time, winning trophies.’
      “That’s one of the reasons why I came here to Liverpool – to win trophies and titles. I want to win a lot of trophies at Liverpool.”
      Lewandowski ‘perfect replacement’ for Lukaku, says Wright-Phillips
      Former Chelsea winger Shaun Wright-Phillips reckons that the Blues should go all in for Robert Lewandowski if Lukaku leaves for Inter.
      Rom has been closing in on a return to the San Siro and the clubs are in direct talks for a loan deal.
      Should the striker be off, Wright-Phillips told Genting Casino that Lewandowski would fill in perfectly.
      However, he did warn that Tuchel’s team would need to play to his strengths, something they haven’t managed with Lukaku.
      He said: “Robert Lewandowski would be the perfect replacement for Romelu Lukaku if Lukaku does leave.
      “No matter what team he plays in, he always scores goals.
      “Chelsea would just have to make sure they play to his strengths.”
      Toon closing in on McArthur
      Newcastle are reportedly closing in on a deal for Kilmarnock wonderkid Charlie McArthur, writes Anthony Chapman.
      The 17-year-old, out of contract next year, is one of Scottish football’s top young prospects.
      And the Telegraph claims McArthur is now set for a switch to mega-rich Newcastle after breaking into Killie’s first team this term.
      The centre-back, who captained Scotland at this year’s U17s Euros, made four senior appearances for Kilmarnock – including a league debut in May.

      Manchester City and Liverpool were both linked with swoops in the January transfer window.
      Meanwhile, a £275,000 bid was mooted amid interest from Brighton, Wolves and West Ham.
      But Newcastle look to have won the race for McArthur’s coveted signature.
      Top of the Kop
      New Liverpool signing Darwin Nunez’s son and step-daughter showed off their new Liverpool No27 shirts just hours after he put pen to paper on his £85million deal.
      The striker’s girlfriend Lorena Manas accompanied the ex-Benfica man at Anfield as he signed for the Premier League club on Tuesday.
      And Lorena posted photos of her daughter Chloe, seven, and the couple’s son, also called Darwin, in their Liverpool kits.
      Chloe’s shirt bore her name and little Darwin, born in January in Lorena’s native Almeria in south-east Spain, had “Daddy” printed on the back.
      Liverpool have given him the No27 shirt, which was recently vacated by Divock Origi.

      Mad about Bellingham
      Real Madrid are reportedly eyeing up a sensational £78million swoop for Borussia Dortmund and England midfielder Jude Bellingham.
      The 18-year-old international, who is under contract until 2025, has been heavily linked with a move to both Liverpool and Manchester United – with Jurgen Klopp’s side reportedly making a formal offer.
      However, Spanish and European champions Real Madrid could well steal the teenager away from the Premier League sides.
      According to Cadena Ser, Los Blancos are keen to sign the Dortmund man in the summer of 2023.
      That is because by the end of next season they are confident Vinicius Junior will have a Spanish passport – freeing up a non-EU place in their squad.
      Klopp issues Nunez warning
      Jurgen Klopp has urged Liverpool fans to be patient with Darwin Nunez who’s not the finished article yet.
      He said: “It’s important we all recognise we are getting a ‘work in progress’ with Darwin.
      “He recognises that himself, for sure. I love how much focus and humility he has.
      “We have wonderful attacking options already and he becomes part of that now.
      “So there is no pressure on him at all. He signs for a very long time and we intend to nurture his talent and see it grow.”
      Only ‘minor details’ left on Pogba switch, say reports
      Paul Pogba is on the brink of finally completing his switch to Juventus.
      The France ace has nearly agreed a contract with Juve, with a few minor details to be sorted, according to Fabrizio Romano.
      He’s set to receive £6.9m plus add-ons every season he spends in Turin, the report adds.
      West Ham want Areola for good
      West Ham United are expected to exercise the option to sign goalkeeper Alphonse Areola from Paris-Saint Germain following his year on loan at the London Stadium.
      That’s the understanding of Sky Sports’ Dharmesh Sheth, who reports that talks are ongoing with the player’s representatives regarding personal terms.
      England a ‘shambles’, says Piers Morgan
      Piers Morgan slammed England’s performance against Hungary as ‘Southgate Out’ trended on Twitter following a 4-0 humiliation in the Nations League.
      The Three Lions were ripped apart by Hungary at Molineux as Southgate received chants of “you don’t know what you’re doing” from his own fans.
      The England team were booed when the third goal went in 10 minutes from the end.
      And Southgate was then on the end of abuse from supporters when he put centre-back Harry Maguire on for forward Bukayo Saka after John Stones was sent off – with England already 3-0 down.
      Morgan was one of the first to post about the disappointing display, saying: “Bloody hell, England.. what a shambles. What the hell’s going on Mr Southgate???”

      With England’s dire performances during this Nations League period, fans are feeling a familiar sense of dread going into the World Cup.
      But as Harry Kane said after the game: “Let’s not forget where we have come from”.
      Under Southgate, confidence must remain high until we see them flop when it really matters.
      Alexander-Arnold welcomes Nunez
      Trent Alexander-Arnold has welcomed Darwin Nunez to Liverpool.
      The full-back has built a reputation as an assist king at Anfield.
      And Alexander-Arnold let Nunez know that he’s here to serve him next season in a cheeky Twitter message.
      The England international quipped to Nunez: “Welcome to Liverpool!@Darwinn99 How may I assist you?”

      Pulisic a ‘really good signing’ for Liverpool, says Johnson
      Former Liverpool defender Glen Johnson believes Chelsea’s Christian Pulisic would be a good signing for his former club.
      Johnson spoke to Bettingodds.com said: “I like him. He’s gone to a big club and I think he’s done okay.
      “I don’t think he’s set the world alight but I do like him and he’s a good squad player. When he’s on form he’s fantastic.
      “If he was to go to Liverpool then I think that would be a really good signing.
      “He’s the sort of player that Jurgen likes, so yes I could see him fitting in there well.”
      Chelsea eye Lazio keeper
      Chelsea are reportedly eyeing a transfer swoop for Lazio keeper Thomas Strakosha.
      Strakosha is available on a free transfer.
      And the Blues are considering him as a viable option to replace No.1 goalie Kepa if he decides to leave Stamford Bridge, according to Fabrizio Romano.
      The Blues are also poised to sign 18-year-old stopper Gabriel Slonina from Chicago Fire.
      But the Blues see him as one for the future, and plan to loan him back to the MLS side, the report adds.
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      Jesus ‘wants to join’ Gunners, Arsenal and Man Utd in ‘heated duel’ to sign Vitinha, Raphinha UPDATE – latest news

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      ARSENAL are hopeful of completing a sensational swoop for Manchester City ace Gabriel Jesus this summer.And the North London outfit have received a huge boost in landing the Brazilian as he is set on wanting to join according to reports.
      However, Arsenal will need to fight harder if they want the signature of £35 million rated midfielder Vitinha who is also reportedly wanted by Manchester United.
      Elsewhere Arsenal are stepping up their pursuit of Raphinha but it is a deal that is expected to drag on throughout the window.
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      Bayern transfer list Gunners target
      Bayern Munich are reportedly open to selling Marcel Sabitzer this summer for a bargain price.
      Just one season after Sabitzer joined the Bundesliga giants from RB Leipzig, Bayern are said to have transfer listed the 28-year-old.
      The German outfit will let him leave if a club matches the £13million they paid to sign him last summer, according to Bild.
      Sabitzer only scored one goal and provided one assist in 30 appearances during the recent campaign.
      And Bayern sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic and technical director Marco Neppe have now deemed the Austrian international surplus to requirements.
      Club chiefs are also keen to get Sabitzer’s £8.6m yearly salary off the books by selling the midfielder this summer.
      Both Arsenal and Tottenham were heavily linked with a move for Sabitzer 12 months ago, before he joined Bayern.
      More on Torreira news
      Following his move to Fiorentina falling through, Lucas Torreira moaned: “I did my best to continue to be part of Fiorentina but unfortunately there were those acting in a bad way who prevented this from happening and that is why I have to leave.”
      It means Arsenal now need to find another buyer for the Uruguayan international midfielder who cost them £26million but does not figure in Mikel Arteta’s plans and only has a year left on his Emirates contract.
      But the club believes they had to walk away from Fiorentina’s proposals because they do not want to set a precedent as they try to raise up to £60million from player sales this summer.
      Benfica are refusing to meet Arsenal’s £8.5million valuation of German international keeper Bernd Leno despite just banking £85million from the sale of Darwin Nunez to Liverpool.
      And Real Betis want to keep Hector Bellerin after a successful loan spell but do not want to pay a transfer fee for the Spanish international full-back.
      Arsenal take hard line approach
      The Gunners are telling miserly rivals to put up or shut up after pulling the plug on Lucas Torreira’s cut-price move to Fiorentina, writes SunSport’s Mark Irwin.
      The Emirates hierarchy are fed up with European clubs trying to sign their unwanted players on the cheap.
      And they have ruled that the days of the great Gunners giveaway are now a thing of the past as they look to get greater value for money in the transfer market.
      They are particularly irked by Fiorentina pleading poverty during negotiations for Torreira just months after using Arsenal’s interest in Dusan Vlahovic to squeeze £65million from Juventus for the striker.
      Fiorentina had agreed a £12.5million option to sign Torreira when they took him on loan last season.
      But they reneged on that pledge when it came to negotiations for a permanent deal and said they would go no higher than £7million.
      Gunners legend slammed by Conmebol
      Arsene Wenger has been slammed by Conmebol following comments made where he suggested Europe was the only continent capable of bringing through talent.
      The former Arsenal manager is now FIFA’s chief of global development and he claimed Africa lacked the infrastructure required for footballers to reach their potential.
      Conmebol have written to FIFA to express their displeasure at the remarks.
      A statement read: “Wenger’s words, show an unusual ignorance about the valuable input of African players in world soccer, and particularly in Europe.
      ” [Wenger’s comments] show a denigrating twist that hides the effort of footballers and sporting institutions that are not in Europe.
      “Just like Africans, we South Americans know first hand that kind of behaviour that comes from the belief that the world begins and ends in Europe.
      “[The] most objectionable prejudices are disguised as reasoned and intelligent reflections.”
      Arsenal no longer a soft touch
      Arsenal are painfully aware that they have been seen as a soft touch in the transfer market after allowing major signings such as Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Mesut Ozil, Shkodran Mustafi, Sokratis, Sead Kolasinac, Willian and Henrikh Mkhitaryan to all leave for nothing in recent years.
      Aubameyang has gone on to excel at Barcelona, showing delight at moving away from London.
      Now the Gunners are taking a determined stance to stop being taken for a ride as they seek to raise funds for a major spending spree of their own.
      Gunners hold firm on Torreira, Leno and Bellerin
      That left the player complaining: “I did my best to continue to be part of Fiorentina but unfortunately there were those acting in a bad way who prevented this from happening and that is why I have to leave.”
      It means Arsenal now need to find another buyer for the Uruguayan international midfielder who cost them £26million but does not figure in Mikel Arteta’s plans and only has a year left on his Emirates contract.
      But the club believes they had to walk away from Fiorentina’s proposals because they do not want to set a precedent as they try to raise up to £60million from player sales this summer.
      Benfica are refusing to meet Arsenal’s £8.5million valuation of German international keeper Bernd Leno despite just banking £85million from the sale of Darwin Nunez to Liverpool.
      And Real Betis want to keep Hector Bellerin after a successful loan spell but do not want to pay a transfer fee for the Spanish international full-back.
      Arsenal warning rivals they will not sell on the cheap
      Arsenal are telling miserly rivals to put up or shut up after pulling the plug on Lucas Torreira’s cut-price move to Fiorentina.
      The Emirates hierarchy are fed up with European clubs trying to sign their unwanted players on the cheap, writes Mark Irwin.
      And they have ruled that the days of the great Gunners giveaway are now a thing of the past as they look to get greater value for money in the transfer market.
      They are particularly irked by Fiorentina pleading poverty during negotiations for Torreira just months after using Arsenal’s interest in Dusan Vlahovic to squeeze £65million from Juventus for the striker.
      Fiorentina had agreed a £12.5million option to sign Torreira when they took him on loan last season.
      But they reneged on that pledge when it came to negotiations for a permanent deal and said they would go no higher than £7million.

      Munich open to selling Gunners target Sabitzer
      Bayern Munich are reportedly open to selling Marcel Sabitzer this summer for a bargain price.
      Just one season after Sabitzer joined the Bundesliga giants from RB Leipzig, Bayern are said to have transfer listed the 28-year-old.
      The German outfit will let him leave if a club matches the £13million they paid to sign him last summer, according to Bild.
      Sabitzer only scored one goal and provided one assist in 30 appearances during the recent campaign.
      Both Arsenal and Tottenham were heavily linked with a move for Sabitzer 12 months ago, before he joined Bayern.
      But after a poor first season at the Allianz reports once again emerged in April linking Sabitzer to North London.
      The Gunners are looking to make additions in midfield ahead of the new season.
      Tielemans a ‘top priority’ for Arteta
      Arsenal are hopeful they can seal a deal for Leicester midfielder Youri Tielemans before the end of the month, according to reports.
      Ben Jacobs of CBS Sports said: “Arsenal remain confident and on course to sign Youri Tielemans before the month is out.
      “Interest from Tottenham was never too advanced. But Bissouma’s incoming arrival will allay fears Spurs could hijack the deal.
      “Tielemans is one of Arteta’s top priorities.”
      Jesus ‘wants Arsenal transfer’
      Gabriel Jesus wants to join Arsenal in a switch from Man City this summer.
      That’s according to Kevin Campbell who said: “Jesus can go and play Champions League football.
      “But he wants to come to Arsenal, one because he knows the manager, two because he knows the system and three, which is the most important thing, he wants to be the main man.”
      Arsenal pre-season training in less than TWO weeks
      Arsenal will report back at London Colney in less than two weeks before heading to Germany for their first match of the summer.
      The Gunners begin their preparations for the 2022-23 campaign on June 27 as Mikel Arteta prepares for another shot at securing Champions League football.
      Arteta still managed to claim a spot in Europe after failing to play in any Uefa competition last term after finishing eighth in 2021.
      And the Spaniard will now be aiming to go one better this time around when he welcomes his players back to the club.
      According to Arsenal Fixture News, the first team squad are due to return on June 27.

      Arsenal’s Marquinhos transfer discussed
      Arsenal have signed Marquinhos as a future star who can be the next Gabriel Martinelli.
      That’s the opinion of talkSPORT host Simon Jordan, who said: “So Arsenal are buying this one, much more on promise, than reality.
      “He is not a player that is going to solve Arsenal’s problems immediately, but for the long-term.
      “If he lives up to Gabriel Martinelli – it will be a shrewd piece of business.”
      Arsenal get striker reality check
      Arsenal fans have been told to get realistic about the club’s pursuit of a striker this summer.
      That’s the opinion of ex-Gunner Kevin Campbell who stressed to supporters that players like Kylian Mbappe are out of the club’s reach.
      He said: “I understand (some) Arsenal fans because I suppose they want Arsenal to go and sign Kylian Mbappe.
      “That’s what Arsenal fans seem to want. We are not in that market.
      ” So, what we have to do is sign somebody who can do the job, knows how to do the job and has a bit of hunger to be the main man.”
      Lewandowski urged to join Gunners
      Robert Lewandowski has been urged to join Arsenal or Chelsea instead of Man United by Chris Sutton.
      Sutton said regarding Lewandowksi’s future: “Manchester City, Liverpool, Chelsea and Spurs, at this moment in time.
      “And Arsenal are a better option, at this moment in time than Manchester United.
      “One club seems to be stable under Arteta, I am not saying Arteta has torn up too many trees, but they are in a better position and they are better placed than Manchester United.”
      Arsenal get Jesus boost
      Arsenal have been given a boost in their pursuit of Man City striker Gabriel Jesus.
      That’s because the player’s agent Marcello Pettinati is set to land in Europe in the next few hours, according to Calciomercato.
      And Pettinati will stop off in London on his travels, the report adds.
      Although Juventus are also keen on the striker.
      Maitland-Niles heading for Forest
      Arsenal’s Ainsley Maitland-Niles has emerged as a transfer target for newly-promoted Nottingham Forest.
      The 24-year-old looks set to finally leave the Emirates on a permanent basis after loan spells away at Roma and West Bromwich Albion.
      And Steve Cooper’s Forest are considering an offer that would keep the England international in the Premier League.
      Though traditionally a midfielder, Maitland-Niles has excelled as a right wing-back in the past, and could be seen as the ideal replacement for Djed Spence.
      Spence starred for Forest on loan from Middlesbrough last season, but looks set to join Tottenham instead of opting for a return to the City Ground.
      Martinelli confirms intention to stay
      Gabriel Martinelli has seemingly dismissed speculation linking him with a move away from Arsenal.
      The 20-year-old enjoyed an impressive breakthrough season in the Premier League, notching six goals and six assists in 29 appearances.
      His performances caught the eye of many clubs across Europe, and it was feared they could tempt the winger away after the Gunners missed out on Champions League football.
      However, in welcoming another young Brazilian to the club, he now appears to have indicated that his immediate future remains at the Emirates.
      Acknowledging the signing of Marquinhos, Martinelli wrote on his Instagram story: “Welcome brother, we’re together.”
      Arsenal given Saka warning
      Arsenal will have failed if they don’t tie Bukayo Saka down to a new contract.
      That’s according to talkSPORT host Simon Jordan.
      He said: “I think it will be a disappointing day at Arsenal if they don’t find the keys to the door to unlock the problem that they have got with this kid signing a new contract.
      “That would be a massive failure on the part of Edu, Arteta and anyone else at Arsenal that controls to some extent still the direction of travel on this boy’s career.”
      Morning Arsenal fans
      Gunners target Victor Osimhen has revealed he will decide on his future after finishing international duty with Nigeria.
      Osimhen, who plays for Napoli, told CalcioMercato: “I know there are many people that would like me in Spain or England, but I don’t think it’s the right time to talk about it now that I’m with the national team.
      “I always go out on the pitch to do my best both with the national team and with my club.
      “I don’t know my future, I know anything can happen, but now I just want to go on holiday with my family, clear my head and recharge my batteries.
      “Then we’ll take care of everything else.”
      Meanwhile, Former Arsenal star Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has revealed his joy over being in the Champions League with Barcelona.
      Aubameyang said: “I look forward to the new season because we have a lot of talent and we are going to enjoy it.
      “I know it wasn’t easy but in the end we’re in the Champions League and that’s the most important thing.
      “I’ve given the maximum I could give this year.”
      Elsewhere, Arsenal are hopeful they can seal a deal for Leicester midfielder Youri Tielemans before the end of the month, according to reports.
      Journalist Ben Jacobs said: “Arsenal remain confident and on course to sign Youri Tielemans before the month is out.
      “Interest from Tottenham was never too advanced. But Bissouma’s incoming arrival will allay fears Spurs could hijack the deal.
      “Tielemans is one of Arteta’s top priorities.”
      Finally, Arsenal have been given a boost in their pursuit of Man City striker Gabriel Jesus.
      That’s because the player’s agent Marcello Pettinati is set to land in Europe in the next few hours, according to Calciomercato.
      And Pettinati will stop off in London on his travels, the report adds.
      Jesus ‘wants Arsenal transfer’
      Gabriel Jesus wants to join Arsenal in a switch from Man City this summer.
      That’s according to Kevin Campbell who said: “Jesus can go and play Champions League football.
      “But he wants to come to Arsenal, one because he knows the manager, two because he knows the system and three, which is the most important thing, he wants to be the main man.”
      Wolves fume over Marquinhos deal
      Wolves have reportedly taken legal advice after Marquinhos signed for Arsenal.
      The Athletic claim the deal was so far down the line that they a loan to Molineux from Sao Paulo had already been agreed for next season.
      But instead, he will join Arsenal on their pre-season tour before Mikel Arteta decides whether to loan him out.
      Gunners Sporting director Edu said of Marquinhos: “We’re delighted to have completed the transfer with Sao Paulo, as Marquinhos was a player we had been watching for a while.
      “At 19, he is still very young, so he is a player for the future.
      “We look forward to Marquinhos now joining us for pre-season, making his new home, and continuing to grow and develop with us.”
      Arsenal’s Marquinhos transfer discussed
      Arsenal have signed Marquinhos as a future star who can be the next Gabriel Martinelli.
      That’s the opinion of talkSPORT host Simon Jordan, who said: “So Arsenal are buying this one, much more on promise, than reality.
      “He is not a player that is going to solve Arsenal’s problems immediately, but for the long-term.
      “If he lives up to Gabriel Martinelli – it will be a shrewd piece of business.”
      Torreira bids farewell to Fiorentina
      Arsenal ace Lucas Torreira has bid farewell to Fiorentina where he was on loan last season.
      He wrote on an Instagram post: Dear Fiorentina fans, unfortunately the time has come to say goodbye. It is with great sadness that my bond with Fiorentina is ended. A club that gave me so much love and support for all this time.
      “From the start, you made me feel at home. I discovered a marvellous city that was always kind to me, both on and off the field. Thanks to your trust, I was able to rediscover the consistency and form I wanted.
      “I owe that to my teammates and all the fans who gave me energy game after game. I want you to know that I always gave everything on the pitch for these colours.
      “A special thank you to the staff of the club: chefs, managers, physiotherapists, managers and security.
      “I want you to know that I did my very best to continue being part of this club, but unfortunately some – acting in my view in a negative fashion – managed to prevent that from happening, so this is why I must leave.
      “I wish you all the best for the future. You will have another fan applauding from wherever it is I will go. Forza Viola, Lucas Torreira.”
      Arsenal get striker reality check
      Arsenal fans have been told to get realistic about the club’s pursuit of a striker this summer.
      That’s the opinion of ex-Gunner Kevin Campbell who stressed to supporters that players like Kylian Mbappe are out of the club’s reach.
      He said: “I understand (some) Arsenal fans because I suppose they want Arsenal to go and sign Kylian Mbappe.
      “That’s what Arsenal fans seem to want. We are not in that market.
      ” So, what we have to do is sign somebody who can do the job, knows how to do the job and has a bit of hunger to be the main man.”
      Arsenal get Jesus boost
      Arsenal have been given a boost in their pursuit of Man City striker Gabriel Jesus.
      That’s because the player’s agent Marcello Pettinati is set to land in Europe in the next few hours, according to Calciomercato.
      And Pettinati will stop off in London on his travels, the report adds.
      Although Juventus are also keen on the striker.
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      Arsenal adopt hardline transfer approach as they refuse to sell outcasts on the cheap after blocking Torreira sale

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      ARSENAL are telling miserly rivals to put up or shut up after pulling the plug on Lucas Torreira’s cut-price move to Fiorentina.The Emirates hierarchy are fed up with European clubs trying to sign their unwanted players on the cheap.
      Arsenal are warning rivals they will not sell on the cheap after blocking Lucas Torreira’s Fiorentina moveCredit: Getty
      And they have ruled that the days of the great Gunners giveaway are now a thing of the past as they look to get greater value for money in the transfer market.
      They are particularly irked by Fiorentina pleading poverty during negotiations for Torreira just months after using Arsenal’s interest in Dusan Vlahovic to squeeze £65million from Juventus for the striker.
      Fiorentina had agreed a £12.5million option to sign Torreira when they took him on loan last season.
      But they reneged on that pledge when it came to negotiations for a permanent deal and said they would go no higher than £7million.
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      It means Arsenal now need to find another buyer for the Uruguayan international midfielder who cost them £26million but does not figure in Mikel Arteta’s plans and only has a year left on his Emirates contract.
      But the club believes they had to walk away from Fiorentina’s proposals because they do not want to set a precedent as they try to raise up to £60million from player sales this summer.
      Benfica are refusing to meet Arsenal’s £8.5million valuation of German international keeper Bernd Leno despite just banking £85million from the sale of Darwin Nunez to Liverpool.
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      Bayern Munich stick Arsenal and Tottenham target Marcel Sabitzer on transfer list and willing to sell for bargain

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      BAYERN MUNICH are reportedly open to selling Marcel Sabitzer this summer for a bargain price. Just one season after Sabitzer joined the Bundesliga giants from RB Leipzig, Bayern are said to have transfer listed the 28-year-old.
      Bayern Munich are reportedly open to selling Marcel Sabitzer this summerCredit: Getty
      The German outfit will let him leave if a club matches the £13million they paid to sign him last summer, according to Bild.
      Sabitzer only scored one goal and provided one assist in 30 appearances during the recent campaign.
      And Bayern sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic and technical director Marco Neppe have now deemed the Austrian international surplus to requirements.
      Club chiefs are also keen to get Sabitzer’s £8.6m yearly salary off the books by selling the midfielder this summer.
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      Both Arsenal and Tottenham were heavily linked with a move for Sabitzer 12 months ago, before he joined Bayern.
      But after a poor first season at the Allianz reports once again emerged in April linking Sabitzer to North London.
      Antonio Conte and Spurs are set to strengthen in midfield after agreeing a £25m fee for Brighton star Yves Bissouma, but the club mean business this summer and are unlikely to be done yet.
      The Gunners meanwhile are looking to make additions in midfield ahead of the new season.
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      The £13m Bayern want for Sabitzer is a bargain fee, although the player himself is said to be reluctant to leave the club.
      His advisor Roger Wittmann confirmed over the weekend to Bild that he is keen to stay in Munich beyond the summer.
      Bayern though have been linked with RB Leipzig Konrad Laimer, who could be signed as a replacement to Sabitzer.
      And Bild claim Sabitzer held crisis talks with Bayern bosses last month after discovering their interest in his former club team-mate and national team colleague.
      The club though it seems are prepared to part ways with the midfielder, who still has three-years to run on his contract. More