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      Arsenal confirm £12m Jorginho transfer as ex-Chelsea star seen in Gunners shirt for first time

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      MIKEL ARTETA finally got the midfield reinforcement he wanted when Arsenal completed a £12million deal for Chelsea veteran Jorginho.The League leaders made a last-ditch swoop for the 31-year-old Italian international after finally calling off their pursuit of Brighton’s Moises Caicedo.
      Jorginho has completed his move to ArsenalCredit: Getty
      The midfielder will wear the No20 shirt for the GunnersCredit: Getty
      Jorginho has become Arsenal’s third signing of the January windowCredit: Getty
      He has signed an 18-month deal at ArsenalCredit: Getty
      They were ready to pay a club record £75million for Ecuador international Caceido after two earlier bids had been knocked back, but Brighton made it clear that they were not selling at any price.
      And Jorginho’s Emirates arrival could not have been more perfectly timed after it was confirmed that Mohamed Elneny is likely to be out for the rest of the season after undergoing a knee operation.
      Arteta had already been sweating over his lack of options in the middle of the pitch when Thomas Partey suffered a rib injury during last week’s FA Cup defeat at Manchester City.
      And though scans have confirmed that Partey’s injury is not serious, his absence during the second-half at the Etihad last week highlighted Arsenal’s lack of options in a key area of the team.
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      Now Jorginho has arrived to plug that hole, signing an 18-month contract with the option for a further year.
      He said: “Mikel Arteta was a big influence on my decision because I know that he tried a few times to get me before.
      “Everything has happened so fast. I was a bit surprised, but I took the opportunity of this amazing challenge.
      “It’s an important shirt. It’s an amazing club, a big one, and I’m really excited and happy to be here.
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      “I’ll try to bring positive energy, hard work and my experience to help the team. It’s what I always bring with me. 
      “I try just to help with the experience I’ve had in my time with the other clubs and anything I can do just to help the team to achieve more and more, that’s my target.”
      Arteta added:  “Jorginho is a player with intelligence, deep leadership skills and a huge amount of Premier League and international experience. 
      “He has won many things in his career, but he still has the hunger and huge willingness to contribute here.”
      The Brazilian-born midfielder spent five seasons at Chelsea after following Maurizio Sarri from Napoli in a £50million deal and won both the Champions League and the Europa League during his time at Stamford Bridge.
      He was also a key figure when Italy beat England in the European Championships final in 2021.
      Arteta had first tried to sign Jorginho in the summer of 2020 but was knocked back by Chelsea before signing Partey from Atletico Madrid in a £45million deal.
      And the Arsenal boss is confident the player’s vast experience and calm authority on the ball will prove vital for his young team in their title run-in.
      He became the club’s third recruit of the January window, following £26million Leandro Trossard and £21million Jakub Kiwior.
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      Those arrivals have allowed Albert Sambi Lokonga (Crystal Palace), Cedric Soares (Fulham) and Marquinhos (Norwich) to all go out on loan for the rest of the season.
      But Jorginho’s signing will not affect Arsenal’s plans to launch a £90million summer move for West Ham skipper Declan Rice and they could also try again for Caceido, although not at the price they were prepared to pay this month. More

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      Liverpool legend fires warning to Man Utd over transfer as Red Devils complete loan signing of Sabitzer

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      LIVERPOOL legend Dietmar Hamann has warned Manchester United that Marcel Sabitzer may not have an immediate impact at the club.Man Utd confirmed Sabitzer has been signed on loan shortly after midnight on transfer deadline day.
      Dietmar Hamann has warned Manchester United ahead of a loan move for Marcel SabitzerCredit: Getty
      Hamann has claimed Sabitzer could struggle to have an instant impactCredit: PA:Empics Sport
      The Red Devils were forced into a deadline day swoop after Christian Eriksen was ruled out for three months with an ankle injury.
      An agreement with Bayern Munich was reached this afternoon, although there is no option or obligation to buy.

      Sabitzer, 28, agreed personal terms with United on the temporary switch before being seen at Munich airport on Tuesday evening ahead of his arrival at Old Trafford.
      But 2005 Champions League winner Hamann, 49, has claimed Sabitzer could struggle to be an instant hit.
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      However, with the deal a straight loan until the end of the season, Sabitzer has no choice but to hit the ground running.
      Hamann told Sky Sports: “He [Sabitzer] is a very energetic player, he has got a good engine, he can nick a goal, I think his best position is probably a bit further forward.
      “I don’t think he is a defensive or a holding midfielder.
      “I am pretty surprised Chelsea and Manchester United are interested because I am not sure he will help them straight away.
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      “He is a good squad player to have but whether he makes an immediate impact I’m not sure.”
      Hamann continued: “He is certainly not a player to replace Christian Eriksen, I think he is a box-to-box player who has got a good engine, he’s very versatile, he played full-back at times.”
      However, Hamann added that Sabitzer does have the potential to be a “very good player” for the Red Devils.
      Chelsea were also rumoured to be interested in the Austrian, who joined Bayern 18 months ago from RB Leipzig.
      But Hamann claimed Sabitzer does not have the same ability as Conor Gallagher, who has been linked with a move to Newcastle and Everton.
      He added: “I think he [Sabitzer] would be a very good player for Manchester United to have but at the same time I am very surprised Chelsea are thinking of offloading Conor Gallagher and going for Sabitzer because I don’t think he is in Gallagher’s league.”
      Sabitzer has played 24 games in all competitions for Bayern this season, but has started just seven Bundesliga games. More

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      Man Utd in talks for loan transfer of Lyon star after suffering Christian Eriksen injury blow

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are in shock talks for a loan move for Lyon’s Houssem Aouar, according to reports.The midfielder is being considered as the club look to find a replacement for the injured Christian Eriksen.
      Houssem Aouar was once a major target of ArsenalCredit: Getty
      The Dane was left limping out of Old Trafford after a shocking challenge by Andy Carroll in Saturday’s FA Cup game between United and Reading.
      It has now sparked a frantic deadline day search for a replacement.
      Aouar is the latest name being linked to the club on a potential loan move.
      Journalist Jonas Hen Shrag has tonight tweeted: “Manchester United have held early discussions regarding a potential loan deal for Houssem Aouar.

      “Far from being done, and currently seems unlikely.”
      Aouar has been at Lyon since 2016 but his impressive performances in the middle of the park has seen him consistently linked with moves away.
      Arsenal pursued the 24-year-old in previous windows but have not been able to prise him away.
      United’s attentions do not all centre on the French star and they still appear to be trying to land Marcel Sabitzer in the final hours of the window.
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      The Bayern Munich man has since been spotted in an airport as United try and get the deal over the line.
      Eriksen is not expected back until late April at the earliest so Sabitzer could come straight into the team.
      Erik ten Hag is said to be a fan of the Austrian and United considered signing him last summer. More

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      Arsenal star Albert Sambi Lokonga joins Crystal Palace on loan after Gunners seal transfer for Chelsea ace Jorginho

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      ARSENAL ace Albert Sambi Lokonga has joined Crystal Palace on loan.The midfielder has struggled for game-time at the Emirates and will spend the second half of the season in South London.
      Albert Sambi Lokonga is set to join Crystal Palace on loanCredit: PA
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      Lokonga arrived at Arsenal in the summer of 2021 in a £17m deal from Anderlecht.
      But he’s behind Granit Xhaka and Thomas Partey in the pecking order, which has restricted him to just 14 Prem starts in 18 months.
      And this season his chances have reduced even further with the majority of his minutes coming in the Europa League.
      That’s despite Mohamed Elneny being injured for large parts of the campaign.
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      And he’ll now hope for further chances as he links up with ex-Gunners captain Patrick Vieira.

      Lokonga told Palace’s website:  “I’m really excited – I can’t wait to get started.
      “I’m really happy to join Crystal Palace. I want to go as far as possible with the team.
      “I will try to push for me and the team to do the maximum to reach the top.”
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      Eagles chairman Steve Parish said: “I would like to welcome Sambi to south London, and am pleased he has chosen to join Patrick’s squad for the rest of the season, after making an impressive start to life in English football.
      “He has been on our radar for several years since his emergence at Anderlecht, and we very much look forward to his contribution as we push to climb the table.”
      Mikel Arteta was quick to replace him with the £12million signing of Jorginho from Chelsea.
      Jorginho became Arteta’s third signing of the window following the recent arrivals of Leandro Trossard and Jakub Kiwior.
      And he has the chance to win his first Premier League title with the Gunners five points clear of Man City with a game in hand. More

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      Juventus striker ‘offers himself to Real Madrid’ in last-gasp transfer in blow to Man Utd, Arsenal and Chelsea hopes

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      JUVENTUS star Dusan Vlahovic wants a move to Real Madrid amid interest from Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal.Vlahovic has been enduring a rough campaign with Juve, who have been slapped with a 15-point deduction that dropped them to 13th place in the Serie A table.
      Juventus star Dusan Vlahovic has asked his agent to seal a move to Real MadridCredit: Getty
      Vlahovic prefers Real Madrid over Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      The Bianconeri were accused of inflating transfer fees in dealings with other Italian clubs over three seasons to create millions of pounds in “capital gains” for tax purposes.
      According to Defensa Central, the striker wants out and instructed his agent to put together a move to Real, who targeted him last year.

      They say the Serbia international asked his representative to offer himself to Los Blancos on deadline day.
      However the 23-year-old’s camp will push for a summer deal.
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      Vlahovic has been linked with a big Premier League switch as United, Arsenal and Chelsea continue to keep tabs.
      The Red Devils are still looking for a centre-forward to replace Cristiano Ronaldo, following the temporary signing on Wout Weghorst.
      Chelsea also still need someone to spearhead the attack after loaning Romelu Lukaku back to Inter Milan last summer.
      And Arsenal will be without star attacker Gabriel Jesus possibly until March.
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      Vlahovic turned a lot of heads during his four-year stint at Fiorentina as he amassed a total of 49 goals and eight assists in 108 appearances.
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      The Serbian has struggled to set the world alight ever since his move to Juventus last year.
      But the ex-Partizan star has still registered 16 goals and four assists in 37 appearances across all competitions. More

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      Arsenal braced for Bukayo Saka transfer bids from Man City who ‘really like’ England hero amid contract talks

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      MANCHESTER CITY “really like” Arsenal star Bukayo Saka, reports claim.The 21-year-old winger is said to be attracting interest from the Etihad.
      Manchester City are reportedly big fans of Arsenal star Bukayo SakaCredit: Getty
      And the Gunners could be forced to brace themselves for an audacious swoop from their title rivals in the future.
      Pep Guardiola’s side are big fans of the England ace, according to CBS journalist Ben Jacobs, writing for CaughtOffside.
      City are claimed to be monitoring his development, which has seen him go from strength to strength in recent months.
      Saka has also been linked with a move to Liverpool in the past.
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      However, the report adds that Saka is currently seen as untouchable by Arsenal.
      It’s also said that Saka has a strong relationship with boss Mikel Arteta, both on a working and personal level.
      And instead of losing Saka to City, the Gunners are expecting him to agree a new deal and commit his future to the club long-term.
      Arsenal reportedly triggered a clause in Saka’s current contract earlier this month that keeps him at the club until at least 2024.
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      Talks are currently thought to be ongoing over a new and improved deal.
      However, discussions over fresh terms are expected to take time.

      Saka has been in stellar form for the Gunners this season, helping Arteta’s side to the top of the Premier League table.
      He has scored seven goals and provided seven assists in 19 Prem games this campaign. More

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      Fulham sell ex-Chelsea star and promotion specialist to Premier League hopefuls West Brom ahead of transfer deadline

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      WEST BROM have signed promotion specialist Nathaniel Chalobah from Fulham in the hope he can pull off a hat-trick of successful promotions.The 28-year-old former Chelsea midfielder has won promotion to the Premier League with Watford and Fulham in his last two spells in the Championship.
      Nathaniel Chalobah has left Fulham after two years in West LondonCredit: Getty
      Now he wants to pull off the feat for a third time with West Brom after being impressed with what he saw of them on TV under Carlos Corberan.
      Chalobah who has signed an 18-month-deal at the Hawthorns said: “Ever since I heard about the club’s interest in me I obviously started following Albion’s results a lot more. 
      “I’ve been watching plenty of the games recently and from what I’ve seen, it’s been pretty good.
      “I definitely see so much potential in this team. I see that there’s a talented group of players here and I just want to play a part in everything.”
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      Chalobah was a child star at Chelsea, winning almost a century of England caps at various youth levels before earning his one senior England cap against Spain in 2018.
      The experienced midfielder has also spent time on loan with Watford, Nottingham Forest, Middlesbrough, Burnley and Reading. 
      He also has experience of playing abroad after signing for Italian giants Napoli in September 2015. 
      Albion head coach Carlos Corberan said: “Chalobah has the quality required to make a real impact in the Championship. 
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      “To do that he will need to consistently play to a high standard and take his opportunity when it arises. 
      “I believe strongly that competition for places must be intense and recruiting Chalobah to the squad will bring out the best in everyone.
      “We will work with him closely to ensure he is ready to fight for every point between now and the end of the season.” More

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      Toughest moment of my career’ – Brentford star pens emotional letter after Olympiakos transfer even though it’s a LOAN

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      SERGI CANOS penned an emotional farewell letter to Brentford fans – despite only sealing a LOAN move away from the club.The 25-year-old described his switch to Olympiakos for the remainder of the season as the “toughest moment” of his Bees career.
      Sergi Canos is said to be leaving BrentfordCredit: Getty
      Canos has scored 36 goals in 249 games for the Bees but has only made six appearances in all competitions this season.
      He was the squad’s second longest-serving member, behind Rico Henry.
      Canos said: “This is possibly the toughest moment of my career since I arrived at Brentford in 2015. Today is the end of something special.
      “After 249 matches I have to say goodbye to you all. A new chapter in my career is knocking at my door.
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      “A new opportunity to bring back my happiness on the pitch and enjoy football again.
      “To my Bees family, I will always have you next to me.”
      Canos has six months remaining on his deal but Brentford do have the option of triggering a one-year extension.
      And Brentford director of football Phil Giles said there is still the possibility that the Spaniard signs a new deal at the club.
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      He said: “We have the option to extend Sergi’s contract in the summer, so it is very possible that we will see him back with us.”
      Canos was a key part of the Bees side that got promoted from the Championship and he helped to establish them in the Prem with three goals in 31 games last season. More