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    Arsenal star Emile Smith Rowe in major 2022 World Cup squad boost as he’s told England U21s call not a ‘demotion’

    LEE CARSLEY says Emile Smith Rowe should not see his inclusion back in the England U21 squad as a “demotion”.And the Young Lions chief fully expects Arsenal star Smith Rowe to be on top of his game, despite having been in the senior set-up last time out.
    Smith Rowe was drafted into England’s youth side instead of the senior squadCredit: GETTY
    Smith Rowe came off the bench in England’s 3-0 win over Ivory Coast in March, and now has three senior caps and a goal to his name.
    But Gareth Southgate overlooked him for his latest squad, leaving Carsley to select him for the four Euro qualifiers the U21s play in June.
    There have been previous examples of players not responding well to being asked to turn out for the U21s again having already represented the seniors.
    The most recent case was that of Callum Hudson-Odoi, who asked to be left out of Carsley’s squads last year and who now could be set to switch to Ghana.
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    Yet Carsley said: “We don’t want them to see it as a demotion. Ultimately your club form takes care of that. 
    “Our job is to maybe let them kick-start themselves again or maybe come into form and score some goals.
    “It’s such a high standard in the seniors that it’s almost a conveyor belt where you need to perform weekly in, week out. 
    “The way Gareth communicates to the players when they go up always leaves that opportunity to come back across and play with us.”
    Smith Rowe found the net 10 times in 33 league appearances
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    As a whole, Smith Rowe had an excellent breakthrough campaign at Arsenal, scoring 11 goals. 
    But he often found himself on the bench as Mikel Arteta favoured Gabriel Martinelli in the final few months of the season, and that may have cost him his senior spot.
    Yet Carsley has been impressed with the 21-year-old’s attitude at being back with the Young Lions, who take on Czech Republic, Albania, Kosovo and Slovenia over the next fortnight.
    The 48-year-old said: “He was very positive about coming to the 21s. 
    “His last experience with us was the goal (which he scored in October’s 1-0 win in Andorra) and playing a big part of that for us. 

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    “Going back to Arsenal and being in such great form, I’m expecting the best version of Emile to turn up.
    “Our job is to get him back into the seniors and it’s always easier and smoother to get into the seniors if you’re with the 21s and not sat in the house.” More

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    Chelsea blow as ‘Ousmane Dembele will sign for PSG on free transfer after finally REJECTING Barcelona contract offer’

    CHELSEA have been dealt a transfer blow as Barcelona ace Ousmane Dembele is set to join Paris Saint-Germain, reports suggest.That is according to AS, who report that Dembele rejected Barca’s new contract offer and decided to leave the Nou Camp in June when his deal expires.
    Chelsea target Ousmane Dembele has turned down Barcelona for Paris Saint-GermainCredit: Rex
    The forward has been linked with the Blues, who are looking to add some firepower up front after Todd Boehly’s takeover is officially completed.
    However, the 25-year-old looks set to return to France for PSG ahead of the summer transfer window.
    The Blaugrana tried to sell Dembele in January to avoid losing their second most expensive signing of all time for free at the end of the season.
    But the Frenchman stayed put and played an important role in the team’s dramatic improvement, which saw them finish second in LaLiga.
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    Barcelona manager Xavi also sang his praises continuously and expressed his desire to keep him.
    However, Dembele, who joined Barca from Borussia Dortmund for a whopping £138million in 2017, will be leaving next month.
    The former Rennes star has endured an inconsistent spell in Catalonia, which was marred by injury.
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    Arsenal interested in Cheick Doucoure transfer with midfielder set to leave Lens for Premier League this summer

    ARSENAL are reportedly one of several Premier clubs interested in Lens star Cheick Doucoure.The Gunners are planning a huge summer revamp this summer after missing out on Champions League football.
    Arsenal are one of several Prem clubs interested in want-away Lens ace Cheick DoucoureCredit: Getty
    There are reportedly twelve names that Gunners boss Mikel Arteta has on his wishlist including Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus.
    And the Mirror claim one player the Gunners are tracking is Doucoure who’s set to leave Lens for the Prem in the transfer window.
    The 22-year-old’s been in stellar form for Lens this season, providing four assists and one goal across 34 Ligue 1 appearances.
    And the Mali international now wants to try his hand in England where he’s not short on interest.
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    Everton, Brighton, Crystal Palace, and Wolves are tracking Doucore along with Arsenal, the report adds.
    SunSport exclusively revealed that Palace came close to securing his services for £15million in April but the transfer never materialised.
    But Palace are likely to make another move for Doucoure after this latest development.
    However, Arsenal have a number of alternative options they can turn to if Doucoure chooses to go elsewhere.
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    Leicester City ace Youri Tielemans is one of them.
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    Eddie Nketiah can thrive under Arteta after changing his game but big-money contract goes against new Arsenal philosophy

    ONCE again the Arsenal faithful find themselves divided – this time on the future of Eddie Nketiah.The young striker appears set to perform a contract U-turn after a successful run in the team, and could accept a new deal at the club.
    Eddie Nketiah enjoyed a positive end to the seasonCredit: Getty
    Mikel Arteta has previously spoken very highly of the 22-year-old, but has finally backed it up by giving him a prolonged chance in the starting XI.
    Most fans don’t see Nketiah as Arsenal’s long-term No9, and want the club to sign a big name striker this summer
    But many would like to see Eddie stick around as a squad rotation option.
    Whether he deserves the rumoured £100,000-a-week deal he is being offered is an entirely different matter.
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    So handing Nketiah such a contract raises concerns that the club could be about to repeat past mistakes.
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    Personally, I would like to see Nketiah stay and fight for his place.
    With his exceptional, record-breaking form for England at youth level, we have seen glimpses of what he could do in an Arsenal shirt.
    I used to believe that, while Nketiah is an ice-cool finisher, he lacked the ability to play up top on his own.
    But after seeing him bulk up and occupy defenders, I now have faith that he can play the role of lone target man effectively.
    The World Cup may play a big factor in Nketiah’s decision.
    Having starred for England’s Under-21s, he now looks set to declare his allegiance to Ghana, captained by his Arsenal team-mate Thomas Partey.
    With the Black Stars having qualified for Qatar later this year, Nketiah will want to start next season with a bang in order to peak at the tournament.
    Whether it would be better for him to be a squad player at Arsenal, or to be starting regularly elsewhere, remains to be seen.
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    I would not be surprised to see an official contract announcement from Arsenal in the coming days, quickly followed by another from the Ghanaian FA. More

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    ARSENAL will reportedly look to bring Serge Gnabry back to the Emirates this summer as the winger mulls over a Bayern Munich departure.And the Gunners are also said to be prepared to wait until next year to secure his services on a free transfer with his contract at the Allianz Arena to expire in 2023.
    Bayern Munich winger Serge Gnabry has been linked with a summer switch to ArsenalCredit: Getty
    Bayern icon and former Liverpool ace Markus Babbel urged the 26-year-old to shun a move away and commit his future to the Bavarian outfit in an interview with SunSport.
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    Meanwhile Real Madrid are claimed to have identified the player as an alternative to Kylian Mbappe after the 23-year-old penned a new deal with Paris Saint-Germain.
    But Real’s interest hasn’t stopped Arsenal from looking to secure Gnabry’s services.
    According to Sport Bild Christian Falk, Gnabry is open to a move back to North London – six years after he was sold to Werder Bremen for £5million.
    But a potential transfer could prove difficult this summer due to the club failing to secure Champions League football.
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    If a deal cannot be reached in the upcoming window, it has been said Arsenal will look to lure him back next year.
    Falk tweeted: “Arsenal are interested in Serge Gnabry. Gnabry can also imagine a comeback with the Gunners.
    “After missing the Champions League, this is financially unrealistic this summer.
    “Next chance: 2023 when Gnabry is a free agent.”
    It is set to be a busy summer at the Emirates, with Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus eyed up.
    Meanwhile Leicester midfielder Youri Tielemans could be signed in a £25million transfer.
    Arsenal have also been boosted by the news that centre-forward Eddie Nketiah is close to agreeing a long-term contract until 2027. More

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    Gabriel Jesus LATEST, Nketiah set to STAY, Elneny new Arsenal contract, Abraham transfer target, Saliba return – latest

    EDDIE NKETIAH is set to STAY at Arsenal according to reports.The striker had been linked with moving away on a free transfer this summer but it has now been reported he is set to sign a new five-year deal with the club.
    Elsewhere, Mohamed Elneny has signed a new one-year Arsenal contract with the option of a further season.
    The Egyptian, 29, joined from Basel in 2016 and is set to stay on as Mikel Arteta looks to improve and build the squad.
    And we’ve got the very latest on Arsenal’s bid for £52m Gabriel Jesus this sumer.
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    Youri Tielemans boost
    Arsenal received a major transfer boost in their bid to sign Leicester star Youri Tielemans.
    According to David Ornstein of The Athletic, Tielemans is “keen” on a move to the Emirates.
    The midfielder has stood out at the King Power Stadium this season and has been linked with a move away.
    Manchester United and Real Madrid are also said to be interested in the Belgium international.
    Tammy Abraham boost
    Roma star Tammy Abraham is keen to return to London amid links with Arsenal.
    According to Metro, Abraham would be keen to return to the capital following his stint with Chelsea.
    The striker has enjoyed a stellar debut campaign with the Giallorossi and has amassed 27 goals as well as five assists in 52 matches across all competitions.
    That has led to interest from the North Londoners, according to Football London.

    Nketiah given a final contract offer, say reports
    Arsenal have made Eddie Nketiah a final contract offer to keep him at the Emirates Stadium, writes Alex Smith.
    The Daily Mail are reporting that there is growing confidence that Nketiah will stay at the club despite increasing interest from West Ham and Crystal Palace.
    The striker had reportedly rejected the chance to extend his current deal, which is up this summer.
    But having enjoyed a run in the starting XI at the end of the season, he may now have been convinced to stay.

    Mikel Arteta is supposedly a big fan of Nketiah and with Alexandre Lacazette leaving the club there is a chance he continues as first choice striker next season.
    The 22-year-old started eight league games for the Gunners this campaign scoring five goals.
    No says Sal
    Arsenal loanee William Saliba has yet again reiterated his desire to stay at Marseille after helping the club secure Champions League football.
    Quoted by GFFN after Marseille’s 4-0 win against Strasbourg, Saliba said: “I want to come back and play the Champions’ League.
    “I have never played in it and I want to discover it here.”
    Speaking earlier this month, the defender labelled L’OM as “my club” as declared it would be his “pleasure” to stay.
    Sali-back says Arteta
    Despite William Saliba not wanting to return to Arsenal, boss Mikel Arteta wants him BACK.
    Arteta is now finally keen to integrate his young star into his Arsenal defence.
    He told RMC: “William Saliba has to come back. He has the experience to be competitive with us. We sent him to Marseille for his growth.”
    “William wanted to be regular starter as you know but now we want him back at Arsenal.”
    Saliba’s impressive season with Marseille led to him being named as the Ligue 1 Young Player of the Year.
    The move to the south of France was the third loan deal Arsenal have arranged for Saliba since signing him, following stints at Saint-Etienne and Nice.
    William Saliba has to come back.Mikel ArtetaRMC
    Van Persie helps Nelson
    Arsenal legend Robin van Persie has been helping his former club out by giving Feyenoord loanee Reiss Nelson tips.
    Nelson told The Athletic: “Yeah, I speak with him.
    “Sometimes he comes over on a Wednesday, before Europa Conference League games on a Thursday.
    “I ask him about what positions I need to be getting in. Certain movements I need to be doing, certain finishes.
    “He’s amazing. He makes it so much simpler for you to understand. Sometimes the ball will come inside, and you go to smash it.
    “He’s just like, ‘Look, make sure you get [good] contact, make sure your body is this way, make sure you just want to hit it into the corner’”
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    Arteta on Elneny
    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is “delighted” with Mohamed Elneny’s new contract.
    Arteta said: “Mo is a really important part of the team.
    “He brings endless energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the team and is loved by everyone.
    “He’s an important player for us on and off the pitch, a real role model to our younger players and I’m delighted he’s staying”
    El and back
    Arsenal star Mohamed Elneny has agreed a new contract to stay at the Emirates.
    The midfielder hardly featured for previous manager Unai Emery, which led to a loan to Besiktas in 2019, and he initially struggled under Mikel Arteta.
    However, the Egypt international has now emerged as a key member of the squad after he was given an opportunity following three straight defeats.
    Fabrizio Romano claims that he has agreed an extension until 2023 with the option for an additional 12 months – that was backed up by Sam Dean of The Telegraph.
    And, according to Football London, he may have already signed the respective paperwork
    Houssem Aouar latest
    Lyon are open to selling former Arsenal target Houssem Aouar in the summer.
    According to RMC, the Ligue 1 giants have opened the door for Aouar to leave.
    Real Betis, Real Sociedad and two unnamed English clubs are interested in the midfielder.
    The Gunners have been continuously linked with the France international in the last two years
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    Youri Tielemans boost
    Arsenal received a major transfer boost in their bid to sign Leicester star Youri Tielemans.
    According to David Ornstein of The Athletic, Tielemans is “keen” on a move to the Emirates.
    The midfielder has stood out at the King Power Stadium this season and has been linked with a move away.
    Manchester United and Real Madrid are also said to be interested in the Belgium international
    Jesus loves you
    Manchester City star Gabriel Jesus is still open to joining Arsenal despite Mikel Arteta’s men failing to secure a Champions League spot.
    Jesus has been heavily linked with a move to the Emirates as well as Tottenham, with SunSport understanding the Gunners are in pole position to sign him.
    The potential transfer is still on according to Globo Esporte, with the forward prepared to miss out on Europe’s premier competition.
    The report adds that the Brazil international’s agents will now meet with City to present offers for the striker with the club hoping to fetch a fee between £42million-£52m.
    Meanwhile, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has declared that Arsenal have made signing Jesus their top priority

    Tammy Abraham boost
    Roma star Tammy Abraham is keen to return to London amid links with Arsenal.
    According to Metro, Abraham would be keen to return to the capital following his stint with Chelsea.
    The striker has enjoyed a stellar debut campaign with the Giallorossi and has amassed 27 goals as well as five assists in 52 matches across all competitions.
    That has led to interest from the North Londoners, according to Football London.

    Arsenal target Hlozek
    Arsenal are keeping tabs on Sparta Prague ace Adam Hlozek ahead of the summer transfer window.
    According to The Athletic, Hlozek is of interest as a backup to a more established forward.
    However, Bayer Leverkusen are also said to be interested in the 19-year-old’s signature.
    Gunners boss Mikel Arteta wants to bolster his attack as he is likely to lose both Alexandre Lacazette as well as Eddie Nketiah, who are out of contract in June
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    Better call Sal
    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has revealed he is finally ready to welcome William Saliba into his squad.
    Arteta told RMC: “William Saliba has to come back.
    “He has the experience to be competitive with us. We sent him to Marseille for his growth.
    “William wanted to be regular starter as you know but now we want him back at Arsenal”.
    DU-N US OVER
    Juventus star Dusan Vlahovic has been accused of betraying Fiorentina by not signing a new contract and joining the Turin giants instead.
    Vlahovic was on the brink of a move to Arsenal before making a dramatic U-turn to join Juve for £62million in January.
    Fiorentina president Rocco Benito Commisso ranted to TuttoMercato: “The young gentleman ruined us.
    “He promised us he would renew and we didn’t get anyone in September”
    Houssem Aouar latest
    Lyon are open to selling former Arsenal target Houssem Aouar in the summer.
    According to RMC, the Ligue 1 giants have opened the door for Aouar to leave.
    Real Betis, Real Sociedad and two unnamed English clubs are interested in the midfielder.
    The Gunners have been continuously linked with the France international in the last two years
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    Net Victor Osimhen
    Arsenal have had a club-record £76million offer for Napoli star Victor Osimhen rejected, in what works as a transfer boost for Manchester United.
    The Gunners have been linked with a move to bring Osimhen to the Emirates with Alexandre Lacazette and Eddie Nketiah set to depart in June as free agents.
    According to Calciomercato, the Partenopei have rejected the North Londoners’ bid as they hold out for more money.
    It has been stated that the Serie A giants will only part ways with the striker should they receive a fee in the region of £93m.
    The Italian news outlet has reported that it is possible Arsenal will return with a second bid for the Nigeria international
    Youri Tielemans boost
    Arsenal received a major transfer boost in their bid to sign Leicester star Youri Tielemans.
    According to David Ornstein of The Athletic, Tielemans is “keen” on a move to the Emirates.
    The midfielder has stood out at the King Power Stadium this season and has been linked with a move away.
    Manchester United and Real Madrid are also said to be interested in the Belgium international
    Darwin Nunez blow
    Arsenal have been dealt a transfer blow amid their reported interest in Benfica star Darwin Nunez.
    That is because Real Madrid have joined the transfer war to land Nunez in the summer.
    According to Record, the LaLiga champions have identified the striker as a potential target after they missed out on Paris Saint-Germain superstar Kylian Mbappe.
    The Uruguay international’s displays have also caught the attention of Manchester United
    Jesus loves you
    Manchester City star Gabriel Jesus is still open to joining Arsenal despite Mikel Arteta’s men failing to secure a Champions League spot.
    Jesus has been heavily linked with a move to the Emirates as well as Tottenham, with SunSport understanding the Gunners are in pole position to sign him.
    The potential transfer is still on according to Globo Esporte, with the forward prepared to miss out on Europe’s premier competition.
    The report adds that the Brazil international’s agents will now meet with City to present offers for the striker with the club hoping to fetch a fee between £42million-£52m.
    Meanwhile, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has declared that Arsenal have made signing Jesus their top priority
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    Premier League’s Fab Five
    Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has revealed the five teams he believes will be fighting it out for the Premier League title next season – and it excludes Arsenal.
    Tuchel said: “It will be a super tough race. Manchester United will be in the race, Tottenham will be in the race with Antonio Conte for sure, and we want to stay in the race.
    “And Liverpool and Man City will do everything to even make their squads bigger.
    “They set the standard so, so high and it will take the same to be competitive next season.
    “While like everybody else tries to close the gap to us…the two top teams are what they are, a benchmark of consistency.
    “That’s the situation and from there on we do our very best to be competitive because this is what we want to be”
    Tammy Abraham boost
    Roma star Tammy Abraham is keen to return to London amid links with Arsenal.
    According to Metro, Abraham would be keen to return to the capital following his stint with Chelsea.
    The striker has enjoyed a stellar debut campaign with the Giallorossi and has amassed 27 goals as well as five assists in 52 matches across all competitions.
    That has led to interest from the North Londoners, according to Football London
    Arsenal target Hlozek
    Arsenal are keeping tabs on Sparta Prague ace Adam Hlozek ahead of the summer transfer window.
    According to The Athletic, Hlozek is of interest as a backup to a more established forward.
    However, Bayer Leverkusen are also said to be interested in the 19-year-old’s signature.
    Gunners boss Mikel Arteta wants to bolster his attack as he is likely to lose both Alexandre Lacazette as well as Eddie Nketiah, who are out of contract in June
    Mount of a task
    Arsenal ace Nuno Tavares has claimed that Chelsea star Mason Mount is the toughest opponent he has faced while at the Gunners.
    Speaking about his most tricky opponent on the Counter Attack YouTube channel, Tavares said: “Mason Mount of Chelsea.
    “I think the positions, he knows the place he should be to make people feel uncomfortable and with the ball he has too much quality.
    “He has goals, you know, so I think Mason Mount”
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    Arsenal want Saliba
    Arsenal want William Saliba to return to the Emirates after his successful loan spell at Marseille.
    According to L’Équipe, the Gunners’ board are convinced that Saliba will have an “integral role” next season.
    The same report also claims that the centre-back could even be offered a new contract.
    The Frenchman has repeatedly expressed his desire to stay at L’OM
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    Arsenal ‘offer Eddie Nketiah huge £100k-a-week new deal’ with rising star ready to stay at Gunners in transfer U-turn

    ARSENAL have offered Eddie Nketiah a five-year contract worth £100,000 a week, according to reports.Nketiah, 22, looked destined to leave the Emirates amid interest from Newcastle, Crystal Palace and West Ham.
    Eddie Nketiah looks poised to stay at Arsenal after being offered a contract worth £100,000 a weekCredit: AP
    But the Gunners are determined to keep the striker after his impressive finish to the season and have now offered Nketiah a staggering wage rise.
    Nketiah could also be paid up to £5million in bonuses on top of his bumper weekly salary.
    And, although the deal has not been signed, the youngster is now expected to put pen to paper, report the Daily Mail.
    That is a big U-turn from the striker who had been keen to leave in search of first-team football.

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    Manchester City forward Gabriel Jesus has been heavily linked with a move to north London, but rivals Tottenham are keen too.
    Napoli striker Victor Osimhen is also on the club’s radar but Arsenal have reportedly had a £76m bid for the Nigerian rejected.
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    Elneny new Arsenal contract, Abraham transfer target, Arteta confirms Saliba to return, Tielemans £25m bid lined up

    MOHAMED ELNENY has signed a new one-year Arsenal contract with the option of a further season.The Egyptian, 29, joined from Basel in 2016 and is set to stay on as Mikel Arteta looks to improve and build the squad.
    SunSport revealed that Arsenal are set to have £150million to spend this summer, despite not qualifying for the Champions League.
    The Gunners are in aid of some reinforcements having landed themselves a Europa League spot for next season.
    Tammy Abraham is top of a list of targets which includes Gabriel Jesus and Youri Tielemans, with Richarlison also being considered.
    And Arteta has confirmed that he sees William Saliba as ready to play at the Emirates following three years of loan spells in France.
    Meanwhile, Kieran Tierney has been omitted from the Scotland World Cup play-off squad due to his ongoing knee issues.
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    Jesus loves you
    Manchester City star Gabriel Jesus is still open to joining Arsenal despite Mikel Arteta’s men failing to secure a Champions League spot.
    Jesus has been heavily linked with a move to the Emirates as well as Tottenham, with SunSport understanding the Gunners are in pole position to sign him.
    The potential transfer is still on according to Globo Esporte, with the forward prepared to miss out on Europe’s premier competition.
    The report adds that the Brazil international’s agents will now meet with City to present offers for the striker with the club hoping to fetch a fee between £42million-£52m.
    Meanwhile, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has declared that Arsenal have made signing Jesus their top priority

    Tammy Abraham boost
    Roma star Tammy Abraham is keen to return to London amid links with Arsenal.
    According to Metro, Abraham would be keen to return to the capital following his stint with Chelsea.
    The striker has enjoyed a stellar debut campaign with the Giallorossi and has amassed 27 goals as well as five assists in 52 matches across all competitions.
    That has led to interest from the North Londoners, according to Football London.

    Arsenal target Hlozek
    Arsenal are keeping tabs on Sparta Prague ace Adam Hlozek ahead of the summer transfer window.
    According to The Athletic, Hlozek is of interest as a backup to a more established forward.
    However, Bayer Leverkusen are also said to be interested in the 19-year-old’s signature.
    Gunners boss Mikel Arteta wants to bolster his attack as he is likely to lose both Alexandre Lacazette as well as Eddie Nketiah, who are out of contract in June
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    Better call Sal
    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has revealed he is finally ready to welcome William Saliba into his squad.
    Arteta told RMC: “William Saliba has to come back.
    “He has the experience to be competitive with us. We sent him to Marseille for his growth.
    “William wanted to be regular starter as you know but now we want him back at Arsenal”.
    DU-N US OVER
    Juventus star Dusan Vlahovic has been accused of betraying Fiorentina by not signing a new contract and joining the Turin giants instead.
    Vlahovic was on the brink of a move to Arsenal before making a dramatic U-turn to join Juve for £62million in January.
    Fiorentina president Rocco Benito Commisso ranted to TuttoMercato: “The young gentleman ruined us.
    “He promised us he would renew and we didn’t get anyone in September”
    Houssem Aouar latest
    Lyon are open to selling former Arsenal target Houssem Aouar in the summer.
    According to RMC, the Ligue 1 giants have opened the door for Aouar to leave.
    Real Betis, Real Sociedad and two unnamed English clubs are interested in the midfielder.
    The Gunners have been continuously linked with the France international in the last two years
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    Net Victor Osimhen
    Arsenal have had a club-record £76million offer for Napoli star Victor Osimhen rejected, in what works as a transfer boost for Manchester United.
    The Gunners have been linked with a move to bring Osimhen to the Emirates with Alexandre Lacazette and Eddie Nketiah set to depart in June as free agents.
    According to Calciomercato, the Partenopei have rejected the North Londoners’ bid as they hold out for more money.
    It has been stated that the Serie A giants will only part ways with the striker should they receive a fee in the region of £93m.
    The Italian news outlet has reported that it is possible Arsenal will return with a second bid for the Nigeria international
    Youri Tielemans boost
    Arsenal received a major transfer boost in their bid to sign Leicester star Youri Tielemans.
    According to David Ornstein of The Athletic, Tielemans is “keen” on a move to the Emirates.
    The midfielder has stood out at the King Power Stadium this season and has been linked with a move away.
    Manchester United and Real Madrid are also said to be interested in the Belgium international
    Darwin Nunez blow
    Arsenal have been dealt a transfer blow amid their reported interest in Benfica star Darwin Nunez.
    That is because Real Madrid have joined the transfer war to land Nunez in the summer.
    According to Record, the LaLiga champions have identified the striker as a potential target after they missed out on Paris Saint-Germain superstar Kylian Mbappe.
    The Uruguay international’s displays have also caught the attention of Manchester United
    Jesus loves you
    Manchester City star Gabriel Jesus is still open to joining Arsenal despite Mikel Arteta’s men failing to secure a Champions League spot.
    Jesus has been heavily linked with a move to the Emirates as well as Tottenham, with SunSport understanding the Gunners are in pole position to sign him.
    The potential transfer is still on according to Globo Esporte, with the forward prepared to miss out on Europe’s premier competition.
    The report adds that the Brazil international’s agents will now meet with City to present offers for the striker with the club hoping to fetch a fee between £42million-£52m.
    Meanwhile, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has declared that Arsenal have made signing Jesus their top priority
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    Premier League’s Fab Five
    Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has revealed the five teams he believes will be fighting it out for the Premier League title next season – and it excludes Arsenal.
    Tuchel said: “It will be a super tough race. Manchester United will be in the race, Tottenham will be in the race with Antonio Conte for sure, and we want to stay in the race.
    “And Liverpool and Man City will do everything to even make their squads bigger.
    “They set the standard so, so high and it will take the same to be competitive next season.
    “While like everybody else tries to close the gap to us…the two top teams are what they are, a benchmark of consistency.
    “That’s the situation and from there on we do our very best to be competitive because this is what we want to be”
    Tammy Abraham boost
    Roma star Tammy Abraham is keen to return to London amid links with Arsenal.
    According to Metro, Abraham would be keen to return to the capital following his stint with Chelsea.
    The striker has enjoyed a stellar debut campaign with the Giallorossi and has amassed 27 goals as well as five assists in 52 matches across all competitions.
    That has led to interest from the North Londoners, according to Football London
    Arsenal target Hlozek
    Arsenal are keeping tabs on Sparta Prague ace Adam Hlozek ahead of the summer transfer window.
    According to The Athletic, Hlozek is of interest as a backup to a more established forward.
    However, Bayer Leverkusen are also said to be interested in the 19-year-old’s signature.
    Gunners boss Mikel Arteta wants to bolster his attack as he is likely to lose both Alexandre Lacazette as well as Eddie Nketiah, who are out of contract in June
    Mount of a task
    Arsenal ace Nuno Tavares has claimed that Chelsea star Mason Mount is the toughest opponent he has faced while at the Gunners.
    Speaking about his most tricky opponent on the Counter Attack YouTube channel, Tavares said: “Mason Mount of Chelsea.
    “I think the positions, he knows the place he should be to make people feel uncomfortable and with the ball he has too much quality.
    “He has goals, you know, so I think Mason Mount”
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    Arsenal want Saliba
    Arsenal want William Saliba to return to the Emirates after his successful loan spell at Marseille.
    According to L’Équipe, the Gunners’ board are convinced that Saliba will have an “integral role” next season.
    The same report also claims that the centre-back could even be offered a new contract.
    The Frenchman has repeatedly expressed his desire to stay at L’OM
    Why would he?
    Former Manchester City ace David James questioned why Gabriel Jesus would want to leave the Etihad for Arsenal.
    James told Genting Casino: “If you look at Man City players’ appearances this season, Bernardo Silva and Rodri have played 30-plus Premier League games, but all the players in that attacking line-up have played around 25 games, so they’re not playing every week.
    “Pep [Guardiola’s] rotation has worked perfectly in the sense that they won the Premier League again. I’d imagine [Erling] Haaland would fit into that mold, he’s not going to play every game. Also, with his injuries, there are question marks over whether he is physically capable of playing all the games.
    “That being said, Jesus will have a shared role if he stays at Manchester City. This isn’t a buy-a-player-and-use-him-all-the-time situation, so there is still room for Jesus and why would he want to leave?
    “You’ve got the best team in England over the past five years, so would he risk it by moving somewhere else to Arsenal, who aren’t even in the Champions League, or would he rather stay at Man City and try to get the Holy Grail, which is the Champions League?”
    Arteta on Elneny
    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is “delighted” with Mohamed Elneny’s new contract.
    Arteta said: “Mo is a really important part of the team.
    “He brings endless energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the team and is loved by everyone.
    “He’s an important player for us on and off the pitch, a real role model to our younger players and I’m delighted he’s staying”
    Nketiah turning Eds
    Arsenal star Eddie Nketiah has enjoyed a stunning body transformation over recent years from a skinny teenage hopeful into a hulking Premier League striker.
    Nketiah previously revealed how he spent the first lockdown in 2020 bulking up to cope better with the Prem’s physicality.
    And the striker, who is set to become a free agent next month, certainly flexed his notably bigger muscles in the top-flight this term for the Gunners.
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    Arsenal legend Robin van Persie is a coach with Feyenoord’s Under-16s and has a hand with the first team, occasionally helping with training.
    It is there Van Persie gave the Gunners’ loanee Reiss Nelson a masterclass in movement in front of goal.
    Nelson revealed: “Yeah, he does all the time. The little drop of the shoulder or coming short to go long or going long to come short.
    “Little, simple stuff, but it gives you an extra yard or two to get in the box and finish”
    Van Persie helps Nelson
    Arsenal legend Robin van Persie has been helping his former club out by giving Feyenoord loanee Reiss Nelson tips.
    Nelson told The Athletic: “Yeah, I speak with him.
    “Sometimes he comes over on a Wednesday, before Europa Conference League games on a Thursday.
    “I ask him about what positions I need to be getting in. Certain movements I need to be doing, certain finishes.
    “He’s amazing. He makes it so much simpler for you to understand. Sometimes the ball will come inside, and you go to smash it.
    “He’s just like, ‘Look, make sure you get [good] contact, make sure your body is this way, make sure you just want to hit it into the corner’”
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    Your in luck
    Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is pushing for a move for Leicester star Youri Tielemans.
    Tielemans is out of contract at the King Power Stadium at the end of next season and has been linked with the likes of Real Madrid, Tottenham and Manchester United.
    Arteta though has urged the Gunners to table an opening bid of £25million for the 25-year-old, according to the Telegraph.
    The Foxes, though, could play hardball despite the dwindling months on the Belgium international’s contract and demand over £30m.
    SunSport, though, exclusively revealed it could take as much as £40m to prise him away
    Better call Sal
    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has revealed he is finally ready to welcome William Saliba into his squad.
    Arteta told RMC: “William Saliba has to come back.
    “He has the experience to be competitive with us. We sent him to Marseille for his growth.
    “William wanted to be regular starter as you know but now we want him back at Arsenal”
    Tammy Abraham boost
    Roma manager Jose Mourinho insists Arsenal target Tammy Abraham just has to “click his fingers” and he can return to the Premier League.
    Mourinho told Sky Sports: “I don’t think it’s an easy decision for a young player to leave his club, his house, his city, his country and to leave the Premier League which is of course a competition that when a player is in its hard to leave.
    “He took that option and I think he took it because he trusted me. And I think in this moment, if he wants to go back to England – I don’t think he wants to no – but if he wants to go back to England he just needs to click his fingers and I’m so happy for him.
    “He’s back in the national team and is loved in Rome.
    “I don’t say proven everybody wrong, because I think everyone knows he’s a good player and I think also, with [Chris] Smalling, [Fikayo] Tomori and Tammy, showing the English boys that there is life outside the Premier League and in Italy there’s a life that makes them even better players”
    Boehly takeover approved by government
    The UK Government has approved Todd Boehly’s £4.25billion takeover of Chelsea Football Club.
    This comes after the Premier League gave the green light to the Boehly-led consortium.
    The US businessman has been spotted at Stamford Bridge in the Blues’ last few home matches of the season.
    The West Londoners are entering the post-Roman Abramovich era
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    Good morning Arsenal fans
    Arsenal may convince Eddie Nketiah to sign a new deal at the Emirates.
    That is according to reports claiming the Gunners are increasingly confident of Nketiah penning fresh terms.
    Arsenal are preparing for a major transfer overhaul this summer after drawing up a shortlist with 11 players on it.
    The Gunners’ priority is to sign a new striker, with Manchester City star Gabriel Jesus heading the list, according to The Athletic.
    The North Londoners are also keeping tabs on Everton’s Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Real Sociedad’s Alexander Isak, and Napoli’s Victor Osimhen in case they miss out on Jesus.
    Arsenal director Edu remains a firm admirer of Inter Milan star Lautaro Martinez, but a new deal signed earlier this season could make him unattainable at a cost-effective price.
    They have also moved quickly to sign Marquinhos, with the winger set to undergo medicals and finalise a deal.
    While Arsenal’s striker list is extensive, in midfield their options are far more narrowed down, with Leicester’s Youri Tielemans and Wolves’ Ruben Neves both wanted.
    Despite William Saliba not wanting to return to Arsenal, boss Mikel Arteta wants him back.
    Arteta is now finally keen to integrate his young star into his Arsenal defence.
    Gareth Southgate has named Arsenal stars Aaron Ramsdale, Ben White and Bukayo Saka in his 27-man England squad for the upcoming Nations League matches.
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