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      Premier League LIVE SCORES: Leicester equalise vs Brighton, Forest and Villa in action, Man City hit FIVE against Palace

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      PREMIER LEAGUE action has returned to the big screens – and it has been a super Saturday so far!Manchester City started the day with a HUGE 5-2 victory over Crystal Palace, despite the Eagles going two goals up at one stage.Brighton host Leicester, Nottingham Forest take on Everton and Southampton are currently facing Aston Villa in the 3pm kick-offs.Then at 5:30pm BST, fresh off their huge victory against Real Madrid, Arsenal welcome Brentford to the Emirates.Start time: 12.30pm BST / 3pm BST / 5.30pm BSTTV channel: TNT Sports 1 / Sky Sports Main EventStream: Discovery+ / NOW TVMan City XI: Ederson, Lewis, Dias, Gvardiol, O’Reilly, Nico, Kovacic, Gundogan, De Bruyne, McAtee, MarmoushCrystal Palace XI: Henderson, Munoz, Richards, Lacroix, Lerma, Mitchell, Wharton, Kamada, Sarr, Eze, MatetaFull time – Brighton 2-2 LeicesterThe home team are greeted with boos at the final whistle after gifting shot shy Leicester two goals and an unexpected point.Copy linkCopiedFull time – Southampton 0-3 Aston VillaWhat’s worse? Southampton or Marco Asensio at taking penalties?Copy linkCopiedFull time – Nott’m Forest 0-1 EvertonLate, late drama at the City Ground, and Forest have fallen to a second successive defeat. A big win for the Toffees.Copy linkCopiedGOAL! Southampton 0-3 Aston Villa90+4. Marco Asensio has a second penalty saved by Aaron Ramsdale – but John McGinn converts the rebound for 3-0!The Spanish forward turns away in disgust before his captain even follows up for the third, and looks absolutely furious with himself.Copy linkCopiedGOAL! Nott’m Forest 0-1 Everton90+4. Abdoulaye Doucoure has won it!!A tired Murillo gets caught in possession just inside his own half, presenting Dwight McNeil with space to bomb forward.The winger looks up and plays in Doucoure on the left, who takes a fine first touch and then sweeps past Matz Sels and int the roof of the net.It’s a hammer blow for Nottingham Forest and their Champions League aspirations!Copy linkCopiedBrighton 2-2 Leicester87. Leicester go so close to a winner! The Foxes have their tails up and come flying forward with Bilal El Khannouss.The Moroccan comes inside on to his right foot and curls a shot on to the base of the far post.Copy linkCopiedNott’m Forest 0-0 Everton87. There’s a VAR check ongoing for a possible Everton penalty, but don’t get too excited – I can see from here that the challenge on Beto doesn’t meet the threshold for overturning the on field decision.Oh, and it was probably outside the box too.Copy linkCopiedNott’m Forest 0-0 Everton83. Inside the final ten minutes at the City Ground, and is it a grandstand finish?Well, in a word, no.Copy linkCopiedGOAL! Southampton 0-2 Aston Villa79. Another substitute, another goal! What a squad Unai Emery is building at Aston Villa!A clever through ball from Morgan Rogers dissects the Southampton defence, allowing Donyell Malen to race through and rocket a shot past Aaron Ramsdale.It’s three in three Premier League games for the former Dortmund ace!Copy linkCopiedGOAL! Brighton 2-2 Leicester74. Leicester have done it again!Admittedly, they’ve been helped here by some slack defending from Brighton, who completely switch off when Bilal El Khannoussi swings over a free-kick from the right.It gives Memeh Okoli a free run into the six-yard box and, having timed his run to beat the offside trap, heads powerfully past Bart Verbruggen.Copy linkCopiedGOAL! Southampton 0-1 Aston Villa73. Aston Villa are in front now!And it’s that man, Ollie Watkins, off the bench to break the deadlock.The pass over the top from Youri Tielemans is glorious, and the substitute timed his run perfectly to poke a volley past Aaron Ramsdale and in off the underside of the crossbar.Copy linkCopiedSouthampton 0-0 Aston Villa69. Aaron Ramsdale saves Marco Asensio’s penalty!It’s a brilliant stop from the Saints keeper, who dives to his left and pushes out the Spaniard’s spotkick.The penalty was won by Ollie Watkins, only just on as a substitute, after he raced into the area and was brought down by former teammate Jan Bednarek.But rather than the striker taking it – or even Youri Tielemans – the ball was handed to Asensio, and he promptly spurned the chance to break the deadlock.Copy linkCopiedNott’m Forest 0-0 Everton60. There hasn’t been much of an improvement in the standard at the City Ground.Chris Wood has at least livened things up with a dive inside the six-yard box so unconvincing that he could hardly bring himself to look at the referee, let alone appeal to him.Copy linkCopiedGOAL! Brighton 2-1 Leicester55. For the second time this afternoon, Darren Bond has been sent to the pitchside monitor by VAR to award a Brighton penalty that really should have been awarded the first time round.Matt O’Riley clearly had his shirt pulled by Luke Thomas as he took aim at Mads Hermansen’s goal.Once again, Joao Pedro isn’t put off by the lengthy theatre of it all, and when the moment comes, he slams a superb spotkick into the top corner for his second of the afternoon.Copy linkCopiedSouthampton 0-0 Aston Villa51. Amadou Onana stings the palms of Aaron Ramsdale with a rasping effort from 25 yards.Unai Emery made no changes at half-time despite that huge Champions League clash with PSG looming on the horizon.Copy linkCopiedNott’m Forest 0-0 Everton47, The home fans at the City Ground are doing all they can to rouse their team as they attack the Trent End in the second half.This already has the makings of a one-goal game.Copy linkCopiedFrom Graeme Bryce at the City GroundWhat has happened to Nottingham Forest’s swashbuckling style?That’s been the most turgid 45 minutes I’ve sat through this season.Callum Hudson-Odoi did manage to sting Pickford’s palms with a fiercely hit shot in first-half stoppage time.But most fans would have rather spent 45 minutes having root canal treatment than suffer more of the same in the second half.Forest’s swash has definitely buckled here.Meanwhile Everton have dominated possession but still don’t look like they could score for Toffees!Copy linkCopiedFrom Ian Winrow at the AmexWell it had to happen sometime.Leicester have finally scored but Brighton will wonder how they have reached half time with only Joao Pedro’s penalty to their name. Copy linkCopiedHalf-time – Brighton 1-1 LeicesterThe afternoon’s third Premier League game is also level at half-time, although we have at least seen two goals – one of which was Leicester’s first in FOREVER.Brighton have had plenty of chances, and will be frustrated not to be well ahead.Copy linkCopiedFrom Rob Maul at St Mary’s0-0 at St Mary’s. A frustrating first half for Aston Villa. Even the away fans who had been in good voice at the start have quietened down.Southampton players have left one or two late feet on their opposing numbers. Villa need some quality later on. They will not want to head to the Champions Leaguer quarter-final second leg with PSG having to mend some bruised bodies. Their big names need to produce in the next 45 minutes.Copy linkCopiedHalf-time – Southampton 0-0 Aston VillaIt’s also goalless at St Mary’s, but not for the want of trying.Villa have recorded 12 shots in the first half although only three have been on target.The bottom club – managed today by Simon Rusk – are so far holding firm.Copy linkCopiedHalf-time – Nott’m Forest 0-0 EvertonA poor first 45 at the City Ground.Surely it can only get better in the second half.Copy linkCopiedBrighton 1-1 Leicester42. Fabian Hurzeler’s side should be back in front.Matt O’Riley, presented with a clear opportunity, fluffed his lines at the vital moment. Blimey.Copy linkCopiedGOAL! Brighton 1-1 Leicester38. Hold the back page! Leicester City have scored a goal!Stephy Mavididi has bagged the Foxes’ first in more than 13 hours of football, and it brings them level in Brighton.A loose touch from Lewis Dunk on halfway allows the visitors to spring three-on-two, and when the Brighton captain tries to make amends he deflects Mavididi’s first shot straight back to him.At the second attempt, the Leicester forward drills it through the legs of Bart Vebruggen, and – against all odds – it’s 1-1.Copy linkCopiedFrom Rob Maul at St Mary’sYouri Tielemans is one of Aston Villa’s most creative and decisive players and it was ball over the top that found Marcus Rashford inside the first minute (the Marcus Rashford shot was blocked by Southampton defender Jan Bednarek).Yet he took a whack on his ankle and it will be interesting to see if he can last the pace. Villa fans are in good voice here. Southampton have had one decent chance in the first half so far but Emiliano Martinez saved from Cameron Archer on 16 minutes.Copy linkCopied More

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      Mo Salah wears luxury £730,000 watch for Liverpool contract announcement as he seals new deal in style

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      MOHAMED SALAH signed his new Liverpool contract in style with a swanky new watch.Salah, 32, put an end to months of uncertainty that would have seen him becoming a free agent in June with Saudi Arabian clubs tabling astronomical bids.Liverpool superstar Mohamed Salah finally signed a new contractAnd Salah did so in style with a luxury watchSalah donned a Richard Mille RM17-02 watchLiverpool star Salah’s watch costs a staggering £730,000The drawn-out saga came to a happy end on Friday with the winger putting pen to paper on a new deal worth a reported £400,000 per week that ties him to the Reds until 2027.And the Egypt international looked totally classy as he posed for the cameras ready to sign the dotted line.Salah wore a luxury blue ceramic Richard Mille RM17-02 watch on his left wrist.The Egyptian star’s timepiece costs a staggering £730,000, which comes as no surprise as he will become the Premier League’s second highest earner.Read More on FootballThe ex-Chelsea ace will only be behind Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland, who now makes £500,000 per week after signing his own mammoth new ten-year deal in January.Salah posted a number of pictures to social media showing him posing at Anfield.And the ex-Roma star revealed he rejected Saudi offers due to his legacy, his desire to break more records and to fulfil his ultimate dream of winning the Ballon d’Or.Reports from Egypt suggested the former Fiorentina ace was offered annual wages from the Saudi Pro League worth a whopping £130m.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSSalah has been dominating the Premier League this season as he is the competition’s top scorer with 27 goals and 17 assists in 31 appearances.The versatile forward is also leading Liverpool to the title as they are 11 points ahead of second-placed Arsenal.Moment Mo Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold are pulled apart after apparent spat during Liverpool training Virgil van Dijk is now set to follow his star team-mate and sign a new contract before his current one runs out in June after agreeing his own extension. More

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      Pep Guardiola does an Ange Postecoglou with gesture to his own fans in bizarre scenes after Marmoush goal for Man City

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      PEP GUARDIOLA made a bizarre gesture to his own fans in a move straight out of the Ange Postecoglou playbook. The Premier League champions found themselves trailing 2-0 at home to Crystal Palace after goals from Eberechi Eze and Chris Richards.Pep Guardiola made a bizarre gesture to his own fansCredit: X formerly Twitter / @beINSPORTS_TRGuardiola pointed to his ears as Man City levelledCredit: X formerly Twitter / @beINSPORTS_TRFans online compared him to Ange PostecoglouCredit: X formerly Twitter / @beINSPORTS_TRKevin De Bruyne pulled one back for City – kickstarting an emphatic 5-2 fightback with Omar Marmoush levelling only minutes later.It sent the home City fans wild – but manager Guardiola appeared to make a goading gesture to his own supporters. The Spaniard pointed his finger to his ear and waved his arms up and down to the Etihad faithful – as some fans questioned if it was in reference to boos around the stadium. Guardiola has been known to gesture to supporters before in a bid to get them going as the 12th man. READ MORE IN football But fans online could not help but compare the ex-Barcelona boss to under-fire Tottenham manager Postecoglou. One said: “Is he Ange in disguise!”Another added: “Pep thinks he is Ange.” A third joked: “Pep turning into Ange.” Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSPostecoglou surprised Spurs fans by replacing Lucas Bergvall with Pape Matar Sarr at Stamford Bridge earlier in the month. The away contingent responded by chanting: “You don’t know what you’re doing.”‘People like you will be happy’ – Postecoglou snaps at Sky Sports reporter in ‘generational meltdown’ after Chelsea lossHowever, Sarr then fizzed a long-ranger into the back of the net.And Postecoglou reacted by appearing to cup his ears towards his club’s own fans – only for the goal to be chalked off by VAR.Spurs lost 1-0 and Postecoglou explained: “I want them to be happy – we’ve just scored a cracking goal.”I wanted them to get really excited. I felt at that time we could potentially go on and win the game.”Postecoglou cupped his ears to Spurs fansCredit: Getty More

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      Man City 5 Crystal Palace 2: Kevin De Bruyne leads dramatic comeback in seven-goal thriller days after announcing exit

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      KEVIN DE BRUYNE gave Manchester City fans a glimpse of what they’ll soon be missing by leading the comeback in a bizarre game.Crystal Palace’s quickfire start had earned them a shock – but fully merited – early 2-0 lead, thanks to goals from Eberi Eze and Chris Richards.Kevin De Bruyne inspired Man City’s stunning comebackCredit: PAOmar Marmoush was amongst the goals againCredit: ReutersMateo Kovacic scored after being set up by a clever De Bruyne passCredit: APJames McAtee latched onto a long ball and netted City’s fourthCredit: GettyNico O’Reilly’s fifth ensured they moved into the top four of the tableCredit: PABut then De Bruyne, who manager Pep Guardiola has chosen to offload at the end of the season, rolled back the years and took command.The City skipper has been a shadow of his magnificent self for much of the campaign, but against Palace we got the brilliant Belgian of old.De Bruyne scored one and had a hand in THREE others, and the Etihad paid homage by bellowing out his name.He had already seen one follow-up strike blocked for a corner, and a whipped effort which rattled the upright before making it third time lucky on 33 minutes.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLEveryone knew what was coming as De Bruyne stepped up to take the free kick after Nico Gonzalez was chopped by Daichi Kamada.But stopping it was something else entirely, and keeper Dean Henderson never got close as his shot went through a huge gap and in off the post.A couple of minutes later De Bruyne turned provider by nodding James McAtee’s cleverly lofted cross back intro the danger zone.Ilkay Gundogan missed out with an awkward-height volley, but Omar Marmoush was never going to at the far post and it was all square.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSYet it was far from comeback complete, because two minutes after the break City were ahead – and once more De Bruyne had a part to play in a marvellously crafted strike.Gundogan began it by feeding Nico O’Reilly down left. He dragged it back to De Bruyne, who stopped the ball dead and laid it off for Mateo Kovacic to smash into the corner.Ten minutes later keeper Ederson was the unlikeliest of creators when he pumped a clearance downfield and McAtee raced beyond everyone.The City youngster – on Bayer Leverkusen’s summer hit list – took a touch to control, another to steady himself and the third was to stroke it into an empty net.It was just about all Ederson had to do in the second half, before limping out of the closing stages with a muscle strain.City, though, still hadn’t finished and ten minutes from time Nico O’Reilly was celebrating a first Prem goal when his left foot volley clipped Nathaniel Clyne and flew into the corner.De Bruyne finally took his bow for the closing minutes, leaving to a standing ovation. You suspect there will be a few more before he finally exits the Etihad for good.Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze opened the scoringCredit: PAChris Richards gave Palace a shock 2-0 lead with a header from a cornerCredit: GettySemi-automated offside technology helped rule out Palace’s thirdCredit: @PLMatchCentre More

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      Premier League history made as Eberechi Eze has goal ruled out for Crystal Palace vs Man City

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      PREMIER League history has been made after the new semi-automated offside technology chalked off its first goal.Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze thought he had made it 3-0 to the Eagles against Manchester City this afternoon.Eberechi Eze was judged to be offside by the semi-automated systemA tracking system using 10,000 plus data points for each player recognised that the Palace ace was ahead of the City defender’s kneeCredit: @PLMatchCentreIt then produced a graphic of the offside to show Eze had gone too earlyCredit: @PLMatchCentreThe England midfielder sprinted in behind the City defence and finished beyond Ederson before being flagged offside by the linesman.Eze was adamant that he had timed his run to perfection, wagging his finger in disbelief at the decision.The goal was immediately checked by VAR’s semi-automated offside technology and within seconds it was confirmed that he had narrowly gone too early.It was the first time in Prem history that a goal was disallowed following the new check.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe decision proved to be a major turning point as City fought back from 2-0 down to level before eventually going 4-2 ahead.Chalking off Eze’s goal was semi-automated offside’s second use in the game after it supported the on-field decision to award his first strike after a possible offside in the build-up from Ismaila Sarr.In the second-half it was also used to confirm City’s fourth goal by James McAtee.Fans praised the new system, with one saying: “Semi-automated offside is pleasant to see.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSAnother added: “Took a matter of seconds yet it took till April with only six games of the league season left for the Premier League to bring it in.”Others disagreed, commenting: “Oh look, finally a decision graphic but it doesn’t even show that they’ve gotten the timing of the pass correct. This is useless.”The new system, devised by the US-based company Genius Sports, aims to reduce offside waiting times to an average of 30 seconds.Fans left stunned at worst VAR offside line in history as they joke ‘absolutely NOT rigged’ – but all is not as it seemsA whopping 28 cameras per match are deployed to track 10,000 plus data points for each player to reach the decisions.Explaining the tech, a Prem statement read: “Semi-automated offside technology automates key elements of the offside decision-making process to support the video assistant referee (VAR).“It provides more efficient placement of the virtual offside line, using optical player tracking, and generates virtual graphics to ensure an enhanced in-stadium and broadcast experience for fans.“The technology maintains the integrity of the process while enhancing the speed, efficiency, and consistency of offside decision-making.”Eze was in disbelief over the offsideCredit: AFP More

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      Man Utd’s new stadium takes huge step forward as major appointment made for 100,000-seater arena

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have received a boost in their bid to build a new Old Trafford and transform the surrounding area.Last month, United revealed images of the 100,000-seater super ground they are planning to build near their current home.Manchester United have big plans for the Old Trafford areaCredit: APMan Utd are planning to build a new stadiumCredit: PAAn Old Trafford Regeneration Task Force – organised by minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe – confirmed plans to demolish Man Utd’s legendary stadium and build a brand new home on adjacent land.But the Red Devils also have big plans for the Old Trafford area ahead of building their new home, which they hope will be up and running in five years.According to Manchester Evening News, the Manchester giants are planning to transform and regenerate a sprawling area of land around Old Trafford.And that is why Trafford Council have appointed a consortium to design a strategic masterplan.Read More on Man UtdThe council announced on Wednesday the consortium, led by architects Allies and Morrison, will “carry out its plan to revitalise Trafford Wharfside, leading to thousands of new homes and jobs in the area”.There are plans for a new “processional route” to the stadium – north along Sir Matt Busby Way – and a major new “world-class public space” around the stadium.A new public park is also being prepared, while a new primary school could be built.And the waters of the Manchester Ship Canal will provide a backdrop for a new community of homes, attractions, leisure and business.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSA spokesperson said: “It will work with Trafford Council alongside Manchester United Football Club, the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA), a proposed Mayoral Development Corporation and other key partners to deliver a transformational and sustainable international destination for the benefit of residents, businesses and visitors.”The masterplan is aimed to be completed early next year.”Paul Scholes feels like Man Utd are ‘begging’ for money to build new stadium Man Utd’s new stadium has been met with mixed reaction as initial images have left some fans – as well as legends like Ryan Giggs – less than enthused.And it has been claimed United could cut the cost of building the new ground by £300MILLION if they made some changes to the original plans. More

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      ‘What is going on at Spurs?’ – Tottenham fan spotted in stands with PUPPET to watch Europa League clash

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      FANS have been left baffled after a Tottenham supporter brought a PUPPET along for the Europa League clash with Eintracht Frankfurt.The Spurs fan went viral after showcasing his blue pal during Thursday’s showdown in North London. A Spurs fan was bizarrely spotted holding a puppet during Thursday’s game with FrankfurtCredit: XSpurs laboured to a draw against Eintracht FranfurtCredit: GettyTottenham drew 1-1 with the Bundesliga side to leave the tie finely poised ahead of the second leg.But supporters of teams from up and down the country were more concerned with finding the identity of “Paxton Puppet Man”.The fan was seated behind the goal at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.He was filmed holding the puppet aloft, with the cuddly figure decked out in his own tiny Spurs shirt and shorts. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLOne fan quipped on X after the clip went viral: “One muppet watching 11 of them.”Another wrote: “What is going on at Spurs?!And a third joked: “Levy definitely charged him double admission fee.”While a fourth laughed: “Got to fill those extra seats somehow.”Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKUnfortunately for the puppet, there wasn’t much to shout about after Pedro Porro cancelled out Hugo Ekitike’s early opener. Spurs have won just two of their last eight games across all competitions. ‘Turning gold into c–p’ – Ange Postecoglou kicks off again over criticism of Tottenham penalty farceAnd boss Ange Postecoglou revealed there is a MOLE in the building – who has been leaking his plans. The Aussie revealed: “Look, there is no doubt we have got a leak inside the club.”Somebody who continues to leak out information. They have all year. I don’t know why.”It doesn’t help us. It just makes our job more difficult.“We try really hard to keep things in-house like all clubs because we don’t want on game-day opposition being aware of any sort of team selection.”But we’ve got somebody within our camp who continually gives out information.”We’ve narrowed it down, we’ve been looking at it for quite a while and kind of have a fair idea of where it is coming from.” More

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      ‘I preferred to wait to publish this’ – Edu releases lengthy statement as Arsenal gardening leave finally expires

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      EDU GASPAR has released an emotional tribute to Arsenal fans after his final day with the club.Having joined as technical director in 2019, Edu became the sporting director in 2022, working closely with Mikel Arteta to overhaul the culture at the Emirates.Edu Gaspar has paid an emotional tribute to Arsenal fans following his official exitCredit: GettyArsenal’s new sporting director is former Atletico Madrid chief Andrea BertaHe is widely credited with doing an excellent job and playing a crucial role in Arsenal’s rebuild into a title-chasing side.Edu, who was last month replaced by Andrea Berta, was on gardening leave until this week, and he has paid farewell to the Gunners. He posted on Instagram: “Thank you, Arsenal. Thank you, Gunners!”With a heart full of gratitude, today formally I close one of the most meaningful chapters of my professional life.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS”After five and a half years, my journey officially as Sporting Director of Arsenal FC has come to the end.”I joined the club in July 2019 as Technical Director, with the challenge of bringing Arsenal with the mission of bringing Arsenal back where it belongs among football’s elite, driving a cultural shift, keep competing for trophies, and making Champions League qualification the minimum expectation for a club of Arsenal’s size. “Later, I had the honour of becoming the first-ever Sporting Director in the club’s history, a milestone I will always carry with great pride.”And throughout this process of rebuilding, you the fans were an essential part of everything! Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The Emirates”To the supporters, my most sincere thank you! The support, the energy, and the connection we felt again in every match were simply special. “The Emirates became an amplified version of the old Highbury atmosphere! To have experienced this alongside you is something I will never forget.”Arsenal’s Kai Havertz hits the gym as he continues his recovery from injury The later added: “It was never easy, but our intense work, united by a true team spirit, made me feel fulfilled throughout all these years!”If I’m only now sharing this message, it’s because I’ve been on garden leave in recent months and, out of respect for the club and everyone involved, I preferred to wait until the final official day of my contract to publish this.”I wish Arsenal FC all the best and every success, and I also send my warmest wishes to the new Sporting Director Andrea, who now takes on this beautiful role.”I leave with a peaceful heart and immense pride in what we’ve built together!”Edu’s 35 signings rankedEDU oversaw the arrival of 35 players during his time at the club.Some worked out better than others.Here, SunSport ranks them from worst to best…35. Nicolas Pepe (£72m)34. Willian (Free)33. David Luiz (£8m)32. Runar Alex Runarsson (£2m)31. Mat Ryan (Loan)30. Fabio Vieira (£34m)29. Neto (Loan)28. Marquinhos (£3m)27. Nuno Tavares (£8m)26. Matt Turner (£5m)25. Cedric Soares (Free)24. Albert Sambi Lokonga (£17m)23. Pablo Mari (£5m)22. Dani Ceballos (Loan)21. Raheem Sterling (Loan)20. Jakub Kiwior (£17m)19. Jorginho (£12m)18. Riccardo Calafiori (£42m)17. Kieran Tierney (£25m)16. Takehiro Tomiyasu (£20m)15. Mikel Merino (£28m)14. Aaron Ramsdale (£24m)13. Oleksandr Zinchenko (£30m)12. Gabriel Jesus (£45m)11. Kai Havertz (£65m)10. Jurrien Timber (£38m)9. Gabriel Martinelli (£6m)8. David Raya (£27m)7. Leandro Trossard (£20m)6. Thomas Partey (£45m)5. Ben White (£50m)4. Gabriel Magalhaes (£27m)3. Declan Rice (£105m)2. William Saliba (£27m)1. Martin Odegaard (£30m)Click here to read more Arsenal stories.Edu is expected to front Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis’s multi-club operation which includes the Premier League side, Olympiacos and Rio Ave. He won six trophies with Arsenal during his playing career, including two titles – in 2002 and the Invincible 2004 campaign.As a director, he witnessed one FA Cup triumph and two Community Shield triumphs.The Gunners have finished second in the Premier League in each of the past two seasons, having placed eighth, eighth and fifth in the three campaigns before that.Read More on The SunArteta’s men look set to miss out on the title once again this term as they sit second, 11 points behind leaders Liverpool. But Arsenal have on foot in the semi-finals of the Champions League after hammering 15-time Kings of Europe Real Madrid 3-0 on Tuesday.Arsenal ratings vs Real Madrid as Declan Rice’s free-kick thunderbolts earn him an ELEVEN out of 10BEND it like Beckham? More like bend it like Declan…It was a set-piece clinic from the Arsenal midfielder as he scored the first free-kicks of his career against Real Madrid – and the first player in Champions League history to score multiple direct free-kicks in the same knockout stage game.Thibaut Courtois was on hand to save Real Madrid in a fast paced first half as he pulled off a fine double save to deny a Rice header and a follow-up effort from Gabriel Martinelli.The deadlock was finally broken in the 58th minute as England star Rice whipped in a sensational free-kick.Rice then sent the Emirates into the stratosphere with as he added a second with an even better free-kick from the left side of the goal which he rifled into the top right corner.Mikel Merino then swept a devastating third into the bottom corner from a low cross to put the cherry on a remarkable night.Rice’s epic showing was enough to earn him an unprecedented ELEVEN in our player ratings.Here’s how SunSport’s Jordan Davies rated the rest of the Gunners… More