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    Bernd Leno hits out at Mikel Arteta as keeper reveals Arsenal boss gave him ‘no clear reason’ for first-team snub

    ARSENAL goalkeeper Bernd Leno claims manager Mikel Arteta has given him “no clear reason” for being dropped.The German stopper, 29, has not featured in the last three Premier League games for the Gunners and could be forced to move on.
    Bernd Leno has fallen behind Aaron Ramsdale in Arsenal’s pecking orderCredit: Getty
    Leno, who has been replaced in goal by Aaron Ramsdale, told German newspaper Bild: “There was no clear reason why I was out, just that it had nothing to do with my performance.
    “[Arteta] is the trainer, he decides. It’s difficult for me, of course.”
    Summer signing Ramsdale, 23, has played in goal for Arsenal’s recent Prem fixtures against Norwich, Burnley and Tottenham.
    Arteta hasn’t publicly confirmed Ramsdale as his first-choice stopper and Leno still has two years remaining on his Emirates deal.
    But rumours suggest Arsenal will make the more experienced stopper available for transfer in January to raise some cash.
    Inter Milan are reportedly interested in signing the nine-cap international as a replacement for club icon Samir Handanovic, 37.

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    But Leno insists he’s not giving up on his Arsenal dream just yet, adding: “I’m not really looking into that [a transfer] yet.
    “I feel at home at Arsenal and in London.
    “Only if nothing changes in my situation by winter would I have to think: ‘What options do I have, how can I continue?’ 
    “But I concentrate on the work in training, I can’t influence everything else as of today.”
    Leno has made 100 Premier League appearances for Arsenal since joining the club from Bayern Leverkusen in June 2018.
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    Man Utd sign 15-year-old defender Harrison Parker from Arsenal after impressing on trial

    MANCHESTER UNITED have snapped up highly-rated centre-back Harrison Parker following his summer exit from Arsenal.The 15-year-old impressed during his trial for the Red Devils which saw him feature for their youth side in Northern Ireland.
    Harrison Parker, 15, has linked up with Manchester United after departing ArsenalCredit: https://www.instagram.com/harrisonparker13/
    Teenage centre-back Parker spent nine years in North London, but has left in search of a new challengeCredit: https://www.instagram.com/harrisonparker13/
    And United have now handed the teenager a contract, with Parker taking to social media to show him signing his deal.
    He even uploaded a picture of him holding up the United shirt with his name and No5 on the back.
    In an Instagram post, he said: “Excited to have officially signed for Manchester United.
    “The new chapter starts and the hard work continues.”
    Parker also thanked the Gunners after calling time on his nine-year spell in North London.
    The England youth international remarked: “After nine brilliant years at Arsenal I have finally decided to end my journey with them as it’s time for a new chapter.

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    “I am grateful for all the time and experiences they have given me to help me become the player I am today. Those memories will last forever.
    “Also, [I would] like to say a thank you to all the staff and coaches that have helped me on my journey so far. Forever grateful.”
    United are also reportedly keen to add another 15-year-old to their ranks with the club keeping tabs on Ghanaian starlet Mizak Asante.
    The exciting youngster scored a wonder solo goal for Golden Kick SC on Sunday which could be in the running to win the 2021 Fifa Puskas Award.
    And the club’s chairman Joseph Epton has revealed that four clubs are interested in the player.
    Speaking to Accra radio station Onua FM via Ghana Soccer Net, he said: “Before Mizak scored this goal we had already showed his highlights – and those of other players – to clubs abroad.
    “But he was the only player we had feedback about.
    “It has come from Manchester United, Manchester City, Juventus and Genk.”
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    Arsenal told they ‘must pay £38.5m to sign hotshot striker Youssef En-Nesyri, 24, from Sevilla in transfer window’

    SEVILLA will reportedly demand £38.5million for Arsenal target Youssef En-Nesyri at the next transfer window.The Gunners have been linked with the player, along with West Ham and Manchester United, since he began firing for the LaLiga side.
    Youssef En-Nesyri has caught the eye of Arsenal ahead of the January marketCredit: Getty
    The Moroccan striker hit his third goal of the season on the weekend, in a 2-0 win over Espanyol.
    And he caught the eye with a 24-goal tally last campaign to put Sevilla on the defensive when it comes to his future.
    According to the Express, via Mundo Deportivo, Arsenal are plotting a January bid for En-Nesyri.
    The offer could include Alexandre Lacazette in a player-plus-cash deal, ahead of the Frenchman’s contract expiring in the summer.
    But Sevilla want to ensure any deal matches their £38.5m valuation of the star forward.
    The Spanish side paid £17m to sign 24-year-old En-Nesyri from Leganes 18 months ago, and he has been a big contributor in league and Europe.

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    Saturday’s outing saw him register again, sending Sevilla third in the process.
    However, he did come off injured in the second-half and was already out of Wednesday’s Champions League clash with Wolfsburg due to suspension.
    Sevilla are said to be calm over their man’s transfer future but Arsenal may be ready to continue their heavy spending after the turn of the year.
    After splashing more cash than any other Premier League team in the summer, Mikel Arteta’s side are linked with more incomings in January.

    Philippe Coutinho is said to be a target for a potential loan move from Barcelona.
    A less-familiar signing could arrive in the form of Noa Lang, the Club Brugge winger talked up for a £25.6m move to the Emirates.
    Funding the deals could be Bernd Leno’s exit, with the goalkeeper reportedly wanted by Inter Milan.

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    Arsenal joined by Liverpool in Marco Asensio transfer race after Real Madrid star’s hat-trick against Mallorca

    PREMIER LEAGUE giants Liverpool are interested in signing Real Madrid star Marco Asensio, according to reports.The winger, 25, is struggling for minutes under Real boss Carlo Ancelotti and it’s believed he may be available in the near future.
    Arsenal and Liverpool are reportedly keen on AsensioCredit: Getty
    According to Spanish outlet Fichajes.Net, Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp wants to rebuild his team and believes Asensio could be the perfect signing.
    The Spaniard hasn’t been an automatic pick under Ancelotti this term but scored a hat-trick in their 6-1 win against Mallorca on Wednesday.
    Rumours suggest the international will hold talks with his gaffer over his future and could be allowed to leave the Bernabeu if they turn sour.
    Ancelotti has plenty of attacking options to choose from, including Gareth Bale, Eden Hazard, Karim Benzema and Vinicius Junior.
    Real are also hoping to sign Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe on a free transfer next summer, further restricting Asensio’s playing time.
    Reports in August claimed Arsenal were leading the race for Asensio’s signature but Liverpool can offer the player Champions League football.

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    But the Gunners do appear to have a good relationship with Real following the signings of Dani Ceballos and Martin Odegaard.
    Asensio has played 134 LaLiga games for Real since his making his debut in 2016, winning two Spanish titles and two Champions Leagues.
    At international level, he’s picked up 25 senior caps to date and helped Spain win a Silver medal at the Toyko Olympics in the summer.
    Premier League clubs Leeds, Leicester and Everton have also been linked with the Real ace in recent months.
    AC Milan and Serie A rivals are also reportedly interested in the player as they continue to rebuild their squads in pursuit of European glory.
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