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      Chelsea ‘offer £77m and two stars including Lukaku to Napoli in sensational swap transfer for Victor Osimhen’

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      CHELSEA are willing to fork out £77million, Romelu Lukaku AND another player for Victor Osimhen this summer, according to reports.The Blues are set to retool once again following another disappointing season.Victor Osimhen could be on the move this summerCredit: RexRomelu Lukaku could be thrown into a Chelsea deal for OsimhenCredit: RexWith Mauricio Pochettino’s side looking light up front at times this term, signing a new striker will be on the agenda.According to Italian transfer expert DiMarzio, the Blues have made initial contact with Napoli regarding a deal for Osimhen.The 25-year-old has been among Serie A’s best strikers since moving to Italy from Lille in 2020.With two years remaining on his contract, this could be the summer that Napoli look to cash in on the Nigerian.READ MORE ON CHELSEAChelsea are claimed to be willing to use forgotten man Lukaku in a deal to sign Osimhen.The Belgian, 30, rejoined the Blues in a disastrous £97.5m deal in 2021.He has spent the last two seasons out on loan – firstly at Inter Milan then this time around at Roma.With two years also still remaining on his deal, the Blues will look to get his salary off their wage bill for good this summer.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSIn addition to £77m plus Lukaku, Chelsea are also claimed to be willing to throw in a young player to sweeten the deal.Osimhen helped Napoli to a historic Serie A title victory last season.Watch Man Utd and Chelsea transfer target Victor Osimhen celebrate on top of BUS after Napoli’s stunning win at JuventusThis time around he has scored 14 goals in 22 appearances, having missed chunks of the campaign due to a hamstring injury and Afcon.Lukaku, meanwhile, has netted 11 goals in 29 Serie A appearances for Roma, with 19 in all competitions.Chelsea are likely to face strong competition for Osimhen’s signature.Paris Saint-Germain hold interest in the striker, and plan to enter negotiations imminently.The French champions are set to lose Kylian Mbappe this summer, with the forward confirming that he will be leaving Parc des Princes upon the conclusion of his contract.How Pochettino can solve Chelsea’s midfield crisis thanks to the works of a 13th century poetBy Andy Dillon
      IT IS HIGHLY unlikely that Mauricio Pochettino is familiar with the work of Rumi.
      Whether the renowned Islamic poet and mystic had the tactical dilemmas facing Chelsea’s head coach in mind while dreaming up his scholarly works in 13th century Afghanistan, we will never know.
      It’s fair to say Rumi was not a regular in The Shed at Stamford Bridge.
      Yet one of his most famous quotations strikes right at the heart of Pochettino’s problems trying to transform his team into consistent challengers at the top end of the Premier League.
      It was Rumi who wrote so prophetically: “Two birds tied together. They will not be able to fly even though they have four wings.”
      He could have scribbled that on the back of his programme from so many of Chelsea’s games this season with regard to Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez.
      There is a feeling among regular Chelsea watchers that while it is a blow on a personal level for Fernandez to be ruled out for the rest of the season with his injury problem, it may yet turn to Pochettino’s advantage.
      For it allows Caicedo to roam that patch in front of his defence with greater freedom. Both players are exceptional individual talents.
      Read Andy Dillon’s take on Chelsea’s midfield in full.
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      Everton out to beat Newcastle to German midfielder Merlin Rohl as they prepare to sell Amadou Onana in £50m transfer

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      EVERTON lead the race for German midfielder Merlin Rohl as they look for extra magic.The Toffees have been to see the Freiburg player, 21.Merlin Rohl has impressed for Freiburg in the BundesligaCredit: GettyEverton could cash in on Amadou OnanaCredit: GettyNewcastle and Crystal Palace are also on Rohl’s trail — but Everton seem to be at the front of the queue.Rohl is a key part of the Bundesliga side who have done well at home and in Europe, where their Europa League campaign was ended by West Ham.Goodison chiefs hope to sell Amadou Onana overseas for big money to balance their books, possibly picking up a fee in excess of £50million.Rohl is similar to Onana in size and style and a player on the rise for both club and country.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe came from the lower divisions in Germany and has played for his country at all levels up to the Under-21s.And Rohl would only cost about £12m.There could also be interest in Toffees winger Dwight McNeil after a strong finish to the campaign, so the club are aware of the need for new faces.Meanwhile American baseball guru Kevin Malone is in England, ready to make a rescue move for Everton.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMalone ran the LA Dodgers for many years and is head of a consortium who will step in if problems continue with current bidders 777 Partners.Everton drew 1-1 at Luton Town on Friday night.Arne Slot to make 3 key changes at LiverpoolThe Toffees went ahead from the penalty spot as Dominic Calvert-Lewin made no mistake following a foul on Jarrad Branthwaite at a set piece.Sean Dyche’s side were pegged back on the half hour mark after a brilliant finish by Elijah Adebayo.Who are these famous footballers? More

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      Nottingham Forest SUE Sky Sports over Gary Neville’s ‘mafia gang’ comments in now-deleted post 

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      NOTTINGHAM FOREST have launched legal action against Sky Sports after the broadcaster’s coverage of a social media post questioning a match official’s appointment, according to reports.It comes after Sky pundit Gary Neville slammed the club for their statement criticising the PGMOL in the wake of their 2-0 defeat to Everton.Gary Neville’s comments have allegedly led to Forest launching legal action against Sky SportsCredit: ReutersAfter the final whistle, Forest’s official Twitter account posted: “Three extremely poor decisions – three penalties not given – which we simply cannot accept.“We warned the PGMOL that the VAR is a Luton fan before the game but they didn’t change him. Our patience has been tested multiple times. NFFC will now consider its options.”They were questioning the appointment of Stuart Attwell and would later release another statement that read: “Nottingham Forest has today submitted a formal request to the PGMOL to release into the public domain the audio recordings between officials during yesterday’s match against Everton at Goodison Park.“The club has requested this be shared for three key match incidents – Ashley Young’s challenge on Giovanni Reyna (24th minute), Ashley Young’s handball (44th minute) and Ashley Young’s challenge on Callum Hudson-Odoi (56th minute).READ MORE ON FOOTBALL“We firmly advocate for the broader football community and supporters to have access to the audio and transcript for full transparency, ensuring the integrity of our sport is upheld.”That led Neville to liken the statement to something a “mafia gang” would put out, which we revealed led to Forest considering taking legal action.Now the Daily Mail states that the club “have launched legal action”.They reported that Sky Sports also “took the decision to remove an article from their website on Friday night in which Neville appeared to backtrack on comments calling for former referee Mark Clattenburg to resign from his role at the City Ground following the controversial statement”.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSClattenburg did leave the club this week.However, the Mail says “Sky Sports insist the decision to withdraw the piece was purely an editorial decision and not related to any ongoing legal matter”. Premier League release full audio of Everton vs Nottingham Forest VAR decisions as Howard Webb admits mistakeFollowing the post, which has been viewed 45 million times, Neville had said: “Mark Clattenburg must resign tonight.“If he saw those words go out which question the integrity of a referee and claims someone is a cheat for supporting another club then he’s supporting what is being said. “He would lose all credibility with referees in the game. He should stand down tonight and distance himself from that statement.“It’s like a mafia-gang statement. I mean, honestly, what the hell are they playing at? It’s like a petulant child, it’s embarrassing.“And some of those things they’re saying in there, the suggestion of some sort of inferring of cheating because there’s an official in VAR in Stockley Park who’s a Luton fan is a scandal, and they will pay for that.”After the news that Clattenburg had quit, Neville said on Sky Sports on Friday: “I’m not surprised at all. I thought that after the statement that Nottingham Forest made, I don’t think any of us ask for people to resign.“We don’t do that, we’re obviously critical at times because that’s the job we’re in. But to ask for people to resign is a very serious step and a severe step.”READ MORE SUN STORIESAn article that was headlined “Gary Neville: Mark Clattenburg resignation not surprising – ‘Forest made his job untenable’” then appeared on the Sky Sports website.But that has since been taken down from the site.What have Nottingham Forest said?
      After the final whistle against Everton, Nottingham Forest’s official Twitter account tweeted: “Three extremely poor decisions – three penalties not given – which we simply cannot accept.
      “We warned the PGMOL that the VAR is a Luton fan before the game but they didn’t change him. Our patience has been tested multiple times.
      “NFFC will now consider its options.”
      On Monday the club revealed they have requested the PGMOL release the audio recordings between officials during the match.
      A statement read: “Nottingham Forest has today submitted a formal request to the PGMOL to release into the public domain the audio recordings between officials during yesterday’s match against Everton at Goodison Park.
      “The club has requested this be shared for three key match incidents – Ashley Young’s challenge on Giovanni Reyna (24th minute), Ashley Young’s handball (44th minute) and Ashley Young’s challenge on Callum Hudson-Odoi (56th minute).
      “We firmly advocate for the broader football community and supporters to have access to the audio and transcript for full transparency, ensuring the integrity of our sport is upheld.” More

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      Spurs star Radu Dragunsin’s agent SLAMS Ange Postecoglou’s tactics as he fires transfer warning at boss

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      RADU DRAGUSIN’S agent has slammed Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou’s tactics and warned that the defender will look to leave if he does not get more game time.Florin Manea believes centre-half Dragusin, 22, would help solve Spurs’ problems at set-pieces.Radu Dragusin’s agent has hit out at Ange Postecoglou’s tacticsCredit: PAHe told Italian radio: “The coach said many times he does not want to play with a three-man defence, evidently he knows best.“But Tottenham concede a ton of goals. Playing with three gives more security.“I also think Tottenham concede a lot of goals from set plays, so Dragusin would be very helpful due to his power in the air.“He used to win all the headers at Genoa.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLSpurs warded off competition from Napoli and Bayern Munich to sign Dragusin from Genoa for £21.5m in January.But he has started just two Premier League games and come on as a substitute in only four more.Manea added: “I can say that if Postecoglou told Dragusin that he is only considered an alternative to the other centre-backs, then he would not stay just to sit on the bench.“If he doesn’t play, then we have to think about other solutions.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSpurs head into Sunday’s trip to Liverpool having conceded 22 goals from set-pieces in the Premier League this season.That is the third-most behind Sheffield United and Nottingham Forest. ‘Come on mate, want me to write you a dossier’ – Postecoglou fumes in live TV interview when asked about Tottenham lossPostecoglou’s men have kept just two clean sheets in their previous 25 Premier League matches.And now Spurs are in danger of losing four consecutive league matches.A defeat tomorrow at Anfield would make it their worst run since losing six in a row in October and November 2004.The Aussie boss spoke about a lack of belief and conviction after the defeat at Chelsea, but he told the club’s website how he plans to change that.If he doesn’t play, then we have to think about other solutions.Florin ManeaHe said: “You continually focus on what’s important. If you fall into the trap – and many people do – of thinking there’s a quick fix, there isn’t.“It’s time, hard work and perseverance, resilience, focus, all those things.READ MORE SUN STORIES“It’s part of the process. Nothing changes. We stay focussed on what we’re trying to achieve. It’s not a good place to be (after three straight defeats) and you’ve got to feel that pain, ultimately that’s what drives you.“At the same time, we know where we’re at, we know what we need to do, we’ve still a long way to go, but we’re building a decent foundation for it.”Can you name the famous fathers? More

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      Kai Havertz awkwardly made to watch controversial Arsenal penalty on live TV after Bournemouth boss claims he ‘dived’

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      ARSENAL star Kai Havertz was awkwardly made to watch the controversial penalty he won against Bournemouth live on TV.Cherries boss Andoni Iraola accused Havertz of diving in the Gunners’ 3-0 win on Saturday.Kai Havertz was forced to watch a live replay of his penalty ‘dive’ against BournemouthCredit: X formerlyTwitter / @footballontntHavertz was accused of cheating as Arsenal went on to win 3-0Credit: GettyBournemouth goalie Mark Travers made contact with the German as he ran through on goal just before half-time.Havertz fell to the ground and was immediately awarded a penalty.But viewers were quick to accuse Havertz of leaving his trailing foot in and playing for the contact.Bukayo Saka put away the resulting spot-kick as Arsenal cemented the win with further goals from Leandro Trossard and Declan Rice.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut Iraola was left fuming at full-time as he insisted that Havertz had suckered the referee.He said: “The refereeing decisions I don’t agree with.“For me, Kai Havertz is the one trying to find the contact (that isn’t there). At the last moment he finds the contact and he’s not going to goal to score a goal.“I think with the VAR, probably if you asked the person on the VAR they’d say, ‘It’s not a penalty’. Probably they are thinking, ‘There is contact, so I can’t overturn it’.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHavertz initiated the contact… Arsenal were lucky to get penalty, says HalseyBy Mark Halsey
      BOURNEMOUTH were unlucky after two big decisions went against them at Arsenal.
      Cherries boss Andoni Iraola was incensed by the first-half penalty awarded to the Gunners as well as Antoine Semenyo’s goal being ruled out by VAR Peter Bankes.
      For Bukayo Saka’s spot-kick, visiting keeper Mark Travers ran the risk by sticking his leg out but Kai Havertz initiated the contact and referee David Coote pointed to the spot.
      From Coote’s angle, it looked like a penalty and it was not a clear and obvious error so VAR did not get involved. Had Coote not given the spot-kick, VAR would not have intervened to overrule it.
      Bournemouth’s disallowed goal was a subjective decision but I didn’t think there was enough contact by Dominic Solanke on Arsenal keeper David Raya in the build-up to rule out Semenyo’s strike.
      I’ve seen goals given when there has been more contact than Solanke on Raya this season.
      In fact, there was even more contact from William Saliba on Philip Billing seconds before and the visitors could have had a penalty.
      Ryan Christie was lucky to escape a red card for serious foul play on Bukayo Saka in the first half. The Cherries midfielder was high and endangered the safety of Arsenal winger Saka. I was surprised VAR Bankes did not recommend a review for Coote.

      As he gave a post-match interview to TNT Sports, Havertz was asked to comment on the penalty incident.And as he declared he had not seen the replay, slow-motion footage of the moment appeared on the screen in front of him.Arsenal star Leandro Trossard leaves Hollywood actress Anne Hathaway ‘shaking’ with excitement after live TV messageHavertz said: “I haven’t seen the replay… but I think he touches me.”As the replay was shown on screen, pundit Joe Cole commented: “You see it closely from this angle, he commits and there, the contact, I think it’s a pen. “You’re a clever player, he’s left himself exposed.”Havertz added: “I felt the contact and went down, that’s why. For me it’s a penalty and I said to the goalie as well ‘you touched me’.I felt the contact and went down, that’s why.Kai Havertz“I think he understood on the pitch as well so maybe it’s not that clear but I think you can give it for sure.”Fans appeared to agree with Iraola’s verdict that it was a dive.One said: “Glad he managed to stay on his feet for the whole of the interview.”Another declared: “Dangled and waited.”READ MORE SUN STORIESOne noted: “Geezer took a massive dive.”Another added: “Nice dive bro.”Meet the Arsenal Wags from Strictly star to a flight attendant
      Tomali Benson – partner of Bukayo Saka
      Benson and Saka have kept information on their relationship largely quiet.
      They do not appear on each others Instagram pages but she was seen speaking to Saka at the 2022 World Cup.
      Helene Spilling – partner of Martin Odegaard
      A professional dancer from Norway who rose to fame in the country’s version of Strictly Come Dancing, the pair were first spotted together at the Football Awards in March 2023.
      Sophie Weber – partner of Kai Havertz
      Weber works as a model and social media influencer and is the most high profile member of the group on online with almost 400,000 followers on Instagram.
      They are childhood sweethearts having grown up in the same neighbourhood.
      Milly White – partner of Ben White
      The couple got engaged in 2022 before tying the knot officially in May last year. They have matching “I love you tattoos” on their wrists. Milly White works as a model.
      Laura Trossard Hilven – partner of Leandro Trossard
      The pair met in 2014 before getting married in 2019.
      They have two sons together, Thiago and Amadeo.
      Lauren Fryer – partner of Declan Rice
      Lauren Fryer and Declan Rice have been together since 2015. She tends to keep a lower profile compared to some of Arsenal’s other Wags but is no less stunning.
      She sadly deleted all pictures on her Instagram after suffering horrific abuse by vile trolls.
      Georgina Ramsdale – partner of Aaron Ramsdale
      Georgina Ramsdale works as a flight attendant.
      The couple got married last June after the Arsenal star proposed in 2022. They originally met in 2019. More

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      Erling Haaland ‘owns’ Roy Keane with brutal put down as he responds to Man Utd legend’s ‘League Two level’ comments

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      FANS reckon Erling Haaland “owns” Roy Keane after he brutally hit back at the Irishman’s “League Two level” jibe.The Norwegian hitman scored FOUR as Man City thrashed Wolves 5-1 to close the gap on Premier League leaders Arsenal to a point.Fans claim that Roy Keane has been ‘cooked’ and ‘owned’ by Erling HaalandCredit: GettyThe Norwegian finally responded to the legend’s ‘League Two level’ commentsCredit: beIN Sports via X formerly TwitterThat took the 23-year-old’s tally to 36 goals in 41 appearances this season.However, despite his incredible record since his arrival at the Etihad, he endured an iffy spell by his own standards recently.After he suffered a quiet afternoon in the 0-0 draw at home to Arsenal last month, he was left kicking himself for spurning a late chance to win after failing to connect with the ball.Manchester United legend Keane, who infamously hurt Haaland’s father with a horror tackle during his playing days, was covering that game for Sky Sports.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd he insisted that the ex-Dortmund forward must improve his general play.Keane said: “The levels of his general play are so poor.“He has to improve that. He is almost like a League Two player.”“His general play has to improve but it will over the next couple of years. He’s a brilliant striker but he has to improve his all-round game.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe ‘League Two’ comment caused quite a stir, especially considering Haaland smashed the single season goal record just a year ago.Keane has since admitted that maybe he was a little harsh, joking Haaland was maybe more Championship standard.Sky Sports pundit puts head in hand after Man Utd icon Roy Keane makes public U-turn over Erling Haaland live on TVAnd Haaland was asked about Keane’s comments after his deadly performance against Wolves.But he bluntly replied to Viaplay: “I don’t care about that man.”Fans were quick to react on X, with one claiming that he “owns” Keane.Another said: “No better response than this.”A third commented: “Best striker in the world!  Roy Keane needs to get his head down.”While a fourth said: “Lmaoo owning Man U legend and man united is too easy for him.”Keane hit Haaland’s dad Alfie with a horrific challenge in 2001 in a Manchester derby.He later revealed in his book that it was an act of retribution.He says Haaland had accused him of feigning injury four years earlier while he was down in agony after suffering a cruciate ligament injury.Julian Alvarez grabbed City’s fifth after Haaland was taken off.And after reaching 25 goals in the Premier League for the season, he was a lot more talkative when speaking to Sky Sports.He said: “‘Not bad, 25 goals this season. Thanks for that. We keep going.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I’ve got a not-so-bad manager who pushes me and look at the players around me, without them it would not be possible. “I try to develop every day, I had some problems but let’s not focus on them, focus on the positive things.”Three ways Phil Foden has been transformed into Man City, and England’s, most important playerBy Lee Scott
      PHIL FODEN ran away with the voting for Footballer of the Year – and it’s easy to see why.
      Foden has been transformed into Man City’s new David Silva and England’s Euro 2024 swiss army knife.
      Initially used sparingly by Pep Guardiola, the Stockport technician has become a key player for City.
      Foden’s his tactical intelligence and game understanding make him stand out week in, week out – even in City’s team of expensively-assembled superstars.
      From playing the final pass and running between the lines to leading the press, Foden really can do it all.
      Click here to read our tactical analysis of the Premier League’s best player. More

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      Micah Richards fumes ‘I’ll be texting him later on’ after Man City legend appears at Etihad without telling Sky pundit

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      MICAH RICHARDS was left fuming after his old team-mate David Silva appeared at the Etihad without telling him.Richards and Silva shared the field for Manchester City for half a decade until Richards left for Aston Villa in 2015.Micah Richards was left fuming after seeing David Silva appear at the EtihadCredit: X formerly Twitter / @SkySportsPLThe Sky Sports pundit said ‘I’ll be texting him later on’ his ex-Man City team-mate did not tell him he was thereCredit: X formerly Twitter / @SkySportsPLRichards and Silva spent half of a decade together playing at Man CityCredit: ReutersBefore kickoff of City’s 5-1 demolition of Wolves, Silva, accompanied by his family, was greeted by fans as he came onto the pitch.But defender turned TV pundit Richards – who was watching from the Sky Sports studio – expressed his surprise and disappointment at not being informed of Silva’s visit to Manchester.Commenting on Silva’s unannounced appearance, Richards said: “Everything about him is extraordinary but he didn’t give me a text. So I’ll be texting him later on.”The 2010 World Cup champion joined Manchester City from Valencia in the summer of 2010 and went on to play in over 400 games for the club.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDuring his career, Silva secured four Premier League titles, two FA Cups, and five EFL Cups.He earned a spot in the PFA Team of the Year on three occasions and holds the record as the youngest player to achieve 200 Premier League victories.After a decade with City, Silva returned to Spain’s La Liga, joining Real Sociedad and celebrated his second Copa del Rey victory in 2020.Tragically Silva’s illustrious career was cut short in July 2023 due to an anterior cruciate ligament injury sustained during Real Sociedad’s pre-season training.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMeanwhile, Richards made 245 appearances across all competitions in ten seasons from 2005-2015, winning a Premier League title and an FA Cup.After a season on loan at Fiorentina in Italy’s Serie A, the former defender joined Aston Villa in 2015. ‘I’m sick of this!’ fumes Micah Richards as CBS Sports pundit calls out Premier League cult hero live on TVRichards played 31 times for Villa until October 2016 – several knee injuries restricted his appearances – before hanging up his boots in July 2019.Silva was in for a treat on his Etihad return as he witnessed Erling Haaland net FOUR times to leave keep City in the driving seat in the title race.David Silva’s Man City career stats
      Appearances – 436
      Goals – 77
      Premier Leagues – 4
      FA Cups- 2
      EFL Cups – 5
      Community Shields- 2 More

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      Piers Morgan and Ian Wright say Arsenal ‘got away with it’ as VAR slammed for controversial decisions vs Bournemouth

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      ARSENAL legend Ian Wright and Gooner Piers Morgan both admitted they “got away with it” against Bournemouth as VAR dominated again.The Gunners restored their four-point lead at the top of the Premier League with a 3-0 victory.Bournemouth had a goal ruled out due to Dominic Solanke’s challenge on David RayaCredit: GettyIt was eventually ruled out after a lengthy VAR checkCredit: TNT SportsFans were fuming over the decision to give Arsenal a penalty after this foul on HavertzCredit: GettyIan Wright claims that he felt it was never a penaltyCredit: GettyBukayo Saka, Leandro Trossard and Declan Rice all got on the scoresheet to pile the pressure on second-placed Man City ahead of their clash with Wolves.However, the main talking point after the lunchtime game at the Emirates was the much-maligned VAR.And it has led to more calls for the technology to be scrapped.Both teams were on the receiving end of controversial decisions during the game as Cherries ace Ryan Christie escaped a red card for a high tackle while his side also had a goal ruled out in the second half.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLSaka and Trossard had already fired Arsenal into a two-goal lead when Antoine Semenyo looked to have got the visitors back into it after bundling home the rebound after Christie’s effort hit the woodwork.But the celebrations were soon cut short as Dominic Solanke was ruled to have fouled goalkeeper David Raya by backing into him during the build-up upon a VAR check.Solanke moved into Raya’s path as the loose ball dropped back into the area as the stopper weakly tried to punch it away, with the ref blowing despite contact being minimal.Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola and his coaching staff were furious after watching a replay but, after a lengthy delay of several minutes, the officials at Stockley Park did not advise the ref to check his pitchside monitor.Most read in FootballI played with Ian Wright at Arsenal for six years… he used to go ballistic and fight rival players in changing rooms-That was after the away side believed they should have received a penalty moments earlier when Philip Billing was pulled back by William Saliba.However, VAR failed to intervene this time, placing the team working on the technology under more scrutiny.And it even led to TalkTV host and Arsenal fan Piers calling for it to be axed completely.He wrote on X: “VAR is so bad that even when Arsenal get a verdict our way (like just now), I still hate the bloody thing for the way it sucks all the joy out of the game.”Meanwhile, former Gunners striker Wright admitted VAR had robbed Bournemouth.He wrote: “Didn’t think it was a penalty. Bournemouth’s goal should have stood.”Wright was referring to Kai Havertz being brought down by Bournemouth goalkeeper Mark Travers which led to Saka scoring from the penalty spot.Arsenal fan Piers Morgan called for VAR to be axedCredit: ReutersFans were fuming that “Havertz knew what he was doing” by dangling out a leg to initiate contact.And other supporters were raging as well after the full-time whistle over the incidents.“I’ve had enough of VAR,” blasted one fed-up viewer.A Gooner wrote: “That’s a goal all day, I have to be honest.“VAR a shambles for all involved, just have to hope it’s not your team each week.”READ MORE SUN STORIESWhile a third added: “Premier League implementation of VAR is baffling. VAR isn’t supposed to re-referee games.“It’s simply supposed to tell the ref if and when he’s made a clear and obvious mistake. That’s how it works in other leagues anyway.”Meet the Arsenal Wags from Strictly star to a flight attendant
      Tomali Benson – partner of Bukayo Saka
      Benson and Saka have kept information on their relationship largely quiet.
      They do not appear on each others Instagram pages but she was seen speaking to Saka at the 2022 World Cup.
      Helene Spilling – partner of Martin Odegaard
      A professional dancer from Norway who rose to fame in the country’s version of Strictly Come Dancing, the pair were first spotted together at the Football Awards in March 2023.
      Sophie Weber – partner of Kai Havertz
      Weber works as a model and social media influencer and is the most high profile member of the group on online with almost 400,000 followers on Instagram.
      They are childhood sweethearts having grown up in the same neighbourhood.
      Milly White – partner of Ben White
      The couple got engaged in 2022 before tying the knot officially in May last year. They have matching “I love you tattoos” on their wrists. Milly White works as a model.
      Laura Trossard Hilven – partner of Leandro Trossard
      The pair met in 2014 before getting married in 2019.
      They have two sons together, Thiago and Amadeo.
      Lauren Fryer – partner of Declan Rice
      Lauren Fryer and Declan Rice have been together since 2015. She tends to keep a lower profile compared to some of Arsenal’s other Wags but is no less stunning.
      She sadly deleted all pictures on her Instagram after suffering horrific abuse by vile trolls.
      Georgina Ramsdale – partner of Aaron Ramsdale
      Georgina Ramsdale works as a flight attendant.
      The couple got married last June after the Arsenal star proposed in 2022. They originally met in 2019. More