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      Arsenal ‘match Chelsea’s £51m offer for Ousmane Diomande’ with Sporting Lisbon star set to spark transfer battle

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      ARSENAL are set for a bidding war over Sporting Lisbon star Ousmane Diomande after matching Chelsea’s offer ahead of the summer transfer window.The Gunners’ manager Mikel Arteta is keen to bolster his defence at the end of the season and Diomande, 20, has stood out in his eyes after some impressive performances in Portugal.Arsenal have matched Chelsea’s offer for Sporting Lisbon star Ousmane DiomandeCredit: GettyDiomande has also attracted interest from Newcastle and Bayern MunichCredit: GettyThe centre-back has been so influential for Ruben Amorim’s side that he has attracted interest from the Gunners and the Blues as well as Bayern Munich and Newcastle.At the beginning it was Chelsea that led the transfer chase with an offer of €60million (£51m), plus bonuses.According to Record, however, Arsenal have matched their rivals’ bid for the Ivory Coast international.However, Sporting value Diomande at €80m (£69m) and are in no rush to sell as his contract doesn’t run out until 2027.Read More on ArsenalTherefore, both Premier League giants may have to cough up a larger sum for the Ivorian’s services.However, the same source claims there’s a strong possibility the African star will leave the Estadio Jose Alvalade in the summer.Arsenal have been keeping tabs on the defender since 2022 when he was in still Midtjylland’s books.And now the North Londoners have informed both the player’s camp as well as Sporting about their intention to sign him.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERDiomande joined the Lisbon giants last year despite not making a single appearance for Midtjylland, who loaned him out to Portuguese minnows Mafra in his one and only year with the Danish outfit.The towering defender has since amassed a total of two goals and one assist in 29 appearances with the Primeira Liga team.How Arteta turned Havertz from expensive flop to Arsenal’s gamechangerArsenal and Chelsea are currently focused on the Premier League as Arteta’s men are pushing for a first title since 2004.Mauricio Pochettino’s men, on the other hand, are languishing in the bottom half of the table with five points separating them from seventh place, which usually leads to European qualification. More

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      Arsenal, Liverpool and Man City only teams facing four consecutive double Gameweeks – Dream Team bosses take note

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      THE international break rumbles on but Dream Team managers should already be thinking about the next step in their quest for Mini League glory.Following the European draws and alterations to Gameweek 32 over the weekend, the upcoming schedule has taken on a new look.Gaffers should always be aware of the fixture list so that they can set long-term strategies in motion for maximum returns – at least that’s the hope.PLAY SCORE PREDICTOR AHEAD OF THIS WEEKEND’S ACTION – SOMEBODY MUST WIN £500 AMAZON GIFT CARD!It’s all eyes on the title challengersCredit: Dream TeamWith that in mind, Dream Team bosses intent on squeezing the schedule for all it’s worth in the coming weeks should focus on the Premier League title race.Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City are the only three teams facing FOUR consecutive double Gameweeks.To be clear, this means each of the title contenders will fulfil eight fixtures between now and the end of Gameweek 32.By way of a comparison, Tottenham will play just four games in the same time frame.Gaffers currently stocked up on Spurs assets shouldn’t panic just yet as there’s plenty of time (and transfers) to pivot away from Son Heung-min (£4.8m) and company before they’re left twiddling their thumbs.Spurs assets look good for Gameweek 29 but they’ll need to be replaced fairly soonCredit: GettyEvery single top-flight club has two fixtures to fulfil in Gameweek 29 with a full round of Premier League fixtures in midweek to follow the weekend’s usual allotment.Most read in Dream TeamSpurs host Luton before travelling to West Ham and a home game against Nottingham Forest in Gameweek 30 has to be considered a favourable match-up that is likely to yield plentiful points.However, the North Londoners have just one fixture across Gameweeks 31 and 32 at a time when the aforementioned title challengers will be action four times each.Not accounting for rollovers, gaffers will have six transfers at their disposal between now and the start of Gameweek 31 so those who need to find replacements for their Spurs assets should have more than enough wiggle room.Let’s take a closer look at Arsenal, Liverpool and Man City’s fixture over the next four Gameweeks.ARSENAL: Man City (a), Luton (h), Brighton (a), Bayern Munich (h), Aston Villa (h), Bayern Munich (a), Wolves (a), Chelsea (h)LIVERPOOL: Brighton (h), Sheffield United (h), Man United (a), Atalanta (h), Crystal Palace (h), Atalanta (a), Fulham (a), Everton (a)MAN CITY: Arsenal (h), Aston Villa (h), Crystal Palace (a), Real Madrid (a), Luton (h), Real Madrid (h), Chelsea (n), Brighton (a)City’s busy period contains some tough fixturesCredit: GettyThe first thing to note is that while Pep Guardiola’s troops will have a lot of point-scoring opportunities in the coming weeks, they face some tricky opponents.Straight up after the international break, they take on league-leaders Arsenal and fourth-placed Villa in an ultra competitive double header – albeit with the benefit of both fixtures taking place at the Etihad.Elsewhere, two legs against the La Liga leaders will provide a stern test in the Champions League quarter-finals while Mauricio Pochettino’s side will fancy their chances of an upset in the FA Cup semi-finals given how they performed against City in the league this season.It’s a similar story for the Gunners with City, Bayern (twice), Villa and Chelsea to come across the next four Gameweeks.All things considered, it looks to be an opportune time to stock up on Liverpool assets, despite the Reds’ 4-3 defeat at Old Trafford last time out.Their league fixtures are considerably more friendly on paper and, with all due respect to Atalanta, their Europa League quarter-final is a simple task compared to Arsenal and City’s Champions League draws.Surely an essential asset for Gameweek 29?Credit: GettyThe other teams to mention in regards to the immediate schedule are Aston Villa and West Ham.Both sides face three consecutive double Gameweeks before relatively favourable league match-ups in Gameweek 32, giving each of them seven fixtures in total in the given time frame.ASTON VILLA: Wolves (h), Man City (a), Brentford (h), Lille (h), Arsenal (a), Lille (a), Bournemouth (h)READ MORE SUN STORIESWEST HAM: Newcastle (a), Tottenham (h), Wolves (a), Bayer Leverkusen (a), Fulham (h), Bayer Leverkusen (h), Crystal Palace (a)The most-successful Dream Team bosses are likely to have teams made up almost exclusively of players from Arsenal, Liverpool, Man City, Villa and West Ham across the next few Gameweeks.talkSPORT BET Welcome offer
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      Arsenal ‘chasing Forest star for shock transfer as embattled club frantically aim to balance books after FFP breach’

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      ARSENAL are targeting Nottingham Forest star Morgan Gibbs-White ahead of the summer transfer window, reports suggest.The Gunners are pushing for their first Premier League title since the Invincibles’ triumph in 2004 as they currently sit top of the table.Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is already looking on summer transfersCredit: GettyHowever, the North Londoners are always keeping an eye on the summer market as manager Mikel Arteta’s rebuild continues.And according to The Star, Arteta is planning on some major transfer business come June.The Spanish tactician is looking to reshape his ranks and the club is keen on adding Gibbs-White, 24, to the squad.This comes amid reports suggesting Emile Smith Rowe could be on his way out of the Emirates.Read More on ArsenalAnd Forest’s playmaker is seen as the perfect replacement for Smith Rowe if the academy graduate decides to go after a different challenge.The same source claims Nottingham are weighing up cashing in on their star man.This comes after the Tricky Trees were hit with a four-point deduction for breaching Profit and Sustainability Rules.And thus player departures are on the cards as Forest look to balance the books.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERGibbs-White is currently fully focused on Nuno Espirito Santo’s side amid another intense relegation scrap.The recent points deduction has seen Forest plummet to the drop zone in 18th place.Morgan Gibbs-White’s stunning Wag Britney goes braless in daring dress to surprise him on Valentine’s Day The attacking midfielder joined Evangelos Marinakis’ club in 2022 following a record £44.5million deal with Wolves.The former England youth international has since justified his price with a total of 71 appearances in the last two seasons.Arsenal are keeping tabs on Nottingham Forest star Morgan Gibbs-WhiteCredit: Rex More

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      Five Arsenal stars who have just a handful of games to save their futures including Smith Rowe and forgotten transfer

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      WITH the end of the season approaching, Arsenal remain in the hunt for Premier League and Champions League glory.But some players are focused on fighting for their future as well as getting their hands on silverware.Mikel Arteta could cash in on several squad players this summerCredit: GettyAaron Ramsdale may not make another appearance for ArsenalCredit: GettyMikel Arteta’s side have a congested fixture list to content during the run-in.The Gunners have season-defining games such as their Champions League quarter-final against Bayern Munich and clashes with Manchester City, Tottenham and Manchester United still to come.Arteta could need to use his squad depth and that will give a few fringe players a handful of games to prove they are worth keeping next year.SunSport take a look at five Arsenal players who are in danger of being axed this summer.READ MORE ON ARSENALAaron RamsdaleFuture appearances in an Arsenal kit appear limited for Ramsdale amid his desire for regular starts.David Raya was signed from Brentford before the start of the season and after the England star made a few mistakes, the Spaniard has been the first choice between the sticks.His heroics against Porto in the shoot-out only strengthened his hold on the position.And Ramsdale’s recent error against the Bees when his clearance was charged down by goalscorer Yoane Wissa showed his time at the Emirates is all-but over.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERGiven injuries and red cards, the much-loved back-up keeper could still have a part to play, although several Premier League clubs will be preparing bids for the 25-year-old assuming he will be off either way.Fabio VieiraVieira has become somewhat of a forgotten man at Arsenal and it is safe to say his £30million move from Porto hasn’t worked out.The midfielder has missed 16 games this term due to a groin injury, starting just three times in all competitions.Vieira, 23, is a player with talent but has fallen down the pecking order.It seems unlikely he will make it beyond the summer window as an Arsenal player unless he can come up with a big goal on the club’s route to a trophy.There is interest in Vieira, whose contract doesn’t expire until 2027, from sides abroad.Fabio Vieira has struggled to nail down a spot in Arsenal’s starting XI consistentlyCredit: GettyWill Pugh and Tom Barclay discuss Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes ahead of ‘biggest game in 20 years’ against Man CityEmile Smith RoweIt has been another season plagued by injury for Smith Rowe and his days at Arsenal look numbered.Similarly to Vieira, the attacking midfielder has huge potential but has started just three matches this season.Smith Rowe, 23, scored ten Prem goals just two seasons ago and he could be called upon off the bench should the Gunners find themselves struggling to break down an opponent during the run-in.And he needs to perform a miracle to avoid the axe amid previous interest from the likes of Aston Villa and West Ham.Smith Rowe could also help fund a revamp of the squad this summer as financially, selling him would count as 100 per cent profit due to him being a homegrown star.Emile Smith Rowe has been hit by injuries in recent seasonsCredit: RexReiss NelsonNelson penned a contract extension last summer but it would be no surprise to see the club cash in this time around.The 24-year-old winger has been in the starting XI just once across both the Prem and Champions League this season.Nelson is surplus to requirements and it would take an injury to a key man like Bukayo Saka, Leandro Trossard or Gabriel Martinelli for him to be handed a chance in the remainder of the campaign.His best moment in a Gunners shirt came when he scored a last-gasp winner in the 3-2 victory over Bournemouth last season.He has to come up with something similar to avoid being sold amid interest from Brighton.Reiss Nelson is surplus to requirements at ArsenalCredit: GettyEddie NketiahNketiah is often amongst the goals but there is a feeling he’s not quite good enough to lead the line for a title-challenging side.Arteta has found a way to get his team scoring prolifically without a recognised number nine and Gabriel Jesus remains his first choice striker.It would be no surprise to see Arsenal enter the transfer market for a new goalscorer this summer and part of the move could be funded by the sale of Nketiah.READ MORE SUN STORIESWolves and Crystal Palace have previously expressed an interest.Nketiah will be hoping for a big moment off the bench in the run-in to make the club want to keep him.Eddie Nketiah could make way for a new striker in the summerCredit: Getty More

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      Arsenal, Liverpool and Man City out to beat Man Utd to £86m transfer for Real Madrid star who could lose spot to Mbappe

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      FOUR Premier League giants are ready for a huge tug-of-war transfer fight over Real Madrid star Rodrygo, according to reports.Manchester City, Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester United are all monitoring the 23-year-old Brazilian.Rodrygo has attracted interest from four Prem giantsCredit: GettyWith Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe set to join, Spanish outlet SPORT report the LaLiga giants would be willing to open negotiations on Rodrygo if they receive offers above £86million.Treble-winners City have kept tabs on Rodrygo since his two stoppage-time goals helped to knock out the Prem champions in their dramatic 2022 Champions League semi-final.The winger, whose £205,000-a-week Bernabeu contract runs until 2028, has bagged 13 goals and provided nine assists in 41 Real games this term.United fans are keen on signing Rodrygo, who starred in Brazil’s 1-0 win over England on Saturday.But they could face a challenge for his signature from Arsenal or Liverpool, particularly if Mo Salah leaves Anfield amid links to Saudi Arabia.Interest could ramp up in the summer and Real Madrid already have a ready-made replacement for the forward in 17-year-old Endrick, who agreed a transfer to the Bernabeu in December 2022.However Rodrygo’s future will most likely be determined by what happens with Mbappe.The Frenchman is out of contract in the summer and has been tipped to swap PSG for Real Madrid.Most read in FootballRodrygo has played as a no9 at times this seasonBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERBut he was expected to do the same two years ago before a dramatic U-turn led him to pen a new contract.Reports claim Mbappe has signed a five-year deal with Real Madrid which includes an £85million signing-on fee.Football stars’ weird phobias More

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      Arsenal lining up shock cut-price transfer for Man City outcast who fell out with Pep Guardiola

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      ARSENAL are ready to pounce for Joao Cancelo – if Barcelona are unable to turn his loan move into a permanent one.Cancelo, 29, still has three years left on his Manchester City contract but has not been at the Etihad for 14 months after a fall-out with Pep Guardiola.Joao Cancelo is currently on loan at Barcelona from Manchester CiyCredit: GettyCancelo fell out with Man City boss Pep Guardiola before leaving the Etihad on loanCredit: AFPHe moved to the Nou Camp in September but, despite being a regular and Barcelona having first option to sign him, they insist the £40million asking price is too steep.That has alerted Gunners boss Mikel Arteta, who knows Cancelo well from his time as Guardiola’s assistant.His ability to play on either flank is a huge plus for Arteta, who is in the market for a top level left-back, while Cancelo also impressed in midfield when he was pushed forward at City.Cancelo has made it no secret that he would prefer to stay at Barca.READ MORE ON ARSENALYet they do not want to go beyond paying another loan fee to keep him for a further 12 months.He spent the previous six months at Bayern Munich but the German giants also insisted the asking price was too high.City want the Portugal international off the books, rather than seeing his price drop the longer he remains their player.Arteta has raided City for Oleksandr Zinchenko and Gabriel Jesus in the past.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd, as much as he would like to stay at Barca, Cancelo may be tempted by another link-up with the Spaniard in the summer.He made 154 appearances for Man City, scoring nine goals and providing 22 assists.Four Arsenal stars confronted Arsene Wenger after huge stars sold to bitter rivals, reveals Jack Wilshere The full-back won three Premier League titles and the Carabao Cup at the Etihad, before he left for Barcelona and won the LaLiga title last year.This season he has played 32 games in all competitions, starting 22 of their 29 league matches. More

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      Four Arsenal players confronted Arsene Wenger after huge stars sold to bitter rivals, reveals Jack Wilshere

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      ARSENAL accepted finishing in the top four as success in the past, but disgruntled players often confronted Arsene Wenger when they sold big stars – according to Jack Wilshere.Now, the former Gunners midfielder believes Mikel Arteta can lead the club to their first Premier League title since 2004.Jack Wilshere has claimed Arsenal players confronted Arsene Wenger when top players were soldCredit: GettyWenger was criticised for selling a number of top stars during the later stages of his tenureCredit: GettyWilshere – now 32 and manager of Arsenal’s U18s – broke through at the Emirates as a 16-year-old wonderkid just four years after Wenger’s Invincibles league triumph.In the years that followed, the likes of Emmanuel Adebayor, Kolo Toure, Cesc Fabregas and Robin van Persie all left due to a lack of ambition in challenging for trophies and the title.Despite that, Wenger maintained Arsenal as a top four club, qualifying for the Champions League for nineteen consecutive seasons between 1998 and 2017.However, Wilshere says that came at a price, explaining: “Being totally honest, as a group of players we knew that fighting for for the top four was our level.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“Manchester City had just come through, spent a load of money on the likes of Nasri and Adebayor. Manchester United were still there with Wayne Rooney, Nemanja Vidic, Rio Ferdinand. “We knew that we were always going to fall short.“It was difficult for me at that time to listen [to the Invincibles comparisons]. “That was going on, but there were never any conversations between players where we questioned why Arsene was coming out with lines like ‘top four is a trophy’.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“I remember celebrating top four as success. It was difficult for fans to understand that because of the Invincibles.“I remember one of my first pre-seasons and it was the year that Adebayor left, Kolo left. We were in Austria. What happened to Highbury?”I wasn’t part of the conversations but Fabregas, Van Persie, Nasri, Gallas going to Arsene and asking: ‘What’s going on? Where are we going with the club?’“During my time at Arsenal, there were always those questions – where is the Patrick Vieira? Where is the Thierry Henry? Where is the Tony Adams? Where are the leaders?“Especially when we threatened to drop out of the top four, and rightly so. We could have done with someone to grab us in those tough moments.“While we were losing big personalities, we did replace them. We still had quality players, but were we challenging for the league? Probably not.”One of Wenger’s most controversial sales was Van Persie to rivals Manchester United in the summer of 2012 for around £30m – one that still stings the Arsenal fan base now.Wilshere continued: “I was surprised that Wenger let Robin van Persie go. I was disappointed but, being completely honest, that is probably the trajectory that Arsenal were on at the time.“Robin knew that we weren’t going to challenge for the Premier League title for a few years.“The reaction from the fans was quite visceral and rightly so. It was understandable. It hurt and there were definitely conversations between players about what was actually going on at the club.“The hurt surrounding Robin’s departure was more of a personal one, because we knew him so well. He was the captain. He was a good leader and he set high standards.“As much as it hurt, he made the right choice, because he won the league that year.”Wilshere was at Arsenal when Arteta joined as a player on 2011 Deadline Day from Everton, and his first interactions with the Spaniard convinced him of his leadership qualities.Speaking on Simon Jordan’s Up Front podcast, Wilshere said: ““When Mikel Arteta came to Arsenal, you could tell straight away that he was a leader – he was different.“I was injured and in a boot when he joined. On his first day he asked me: ‘How long are you out for Jack?’ It was as straight as that. He told me I needed to hurry up and get back.“He was very much an arm around the shoulder, empathetic kind of person. However, I remember him having heated discussions with other team members from time to time.“He could be both types of leader; we saw that with how he dealt with Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang in the documentary.“He is so intense. He cares so much. I think he can [win the league at Arsenal]. He will eventually, whether that’s this season or next season.”Asked whether Arsenal bottled the league last season – giving up an eight-point lead on Manchester City – he added: “I wouldn’t say that.READ MORE SUN STORIES“Everyone was saying: ‘No one is going to catch City or Liverpool’. Now we are in the conversation and getting stronger. There are still some hurdles to face like last year.”***Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2bpVNYCLY28*** More

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      I’m a World Cup winner who left Arsenal for a woman… I immediately regretted it

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      A WORLD CUP-winning legend has revealed the reason that he left Arsenal was “for a woman”.Emmanuel Petit arrived at Highbury from Monaco in 1997 as an unknown on these shores.Emmanuel Petit has revealed he quit Arsenal ‘for a woman’Credit: GettyThe French star posing with ex-wife Agathe de la Fontaine at his Barcelona unveilingCredit: ReutersBut he and fellow new French recruit Patrick Vieira instantly formed an incredible partnership in midfield under Arsene Wenger.That led to Arsenal winning the league and cup double in 1998, which was followed that summer by the pair helping Les Bleus to World Cup glory.Petit, who scored in the final for his country against Brazil, played over 80 times in the top-flight for the Gunners before he made a shock exit to Barcelona in 2000.The now 53-year-old struggled at the Nou Camp and only stayed for 12 months before returning to England and signing for Chelsea, where he stayed until retirement in 2004.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLNow Petit has admitted his regret at leaving Arsenal and insisted that it was a move made for love and not money or football.He told Football España: “I left Arsenal for a woman.“I always liked Barcelona and Real Madrid, two of the biggest clubs in the world. But I should have stayed at Arsenal, definitely.”Petit married French actress Agathe de la Fontaine in 2000, whom he has a child with, but they divorced two years later.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERHe continued: “You know, sometimes the grass is not greener elsewhere.“It’s better to stay where you are when you receive love, happiness, and success. I’m a former Arsenal and England star who had to pay kitman £10k when washing gamble backfired“If I could turn back time, I would probably make a different decision.”Petit struggled to make an impact under boss Lorenzo Serra Ferrer at Barcelona and scored one goal in 23 appearances.He added: “I arrived at a bad time. There was a war in the dressing room between Catalan and Dutch players.“In addition, we had Serra Ferrer as a coach, who did not have the necessary strength or charisma to handle the team.”Petit’s switch to Chelsea failed to return him to his top form as he suffered a crippling knee injury that forced his retirement after just three years. More