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      ‘This is the attitude’ – Arsenal fans love Josh Kroenke’s transfer message to them ahead of huge window

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      ARSENAL director Josh Kroenke confirmed the club will invest on transfers this summer to “get behind winning” the Premier League.The Gunners are facing a potential second-place finish for the third year in a row under manager Mikel Arteta with a section of supporters questioning the decision not to sign a striker since 2022.Arsenal director Josh Kroenke confirmed the club will invest on transfers this summerArsenal are prioritising a striker this summer, with Sporting Lisbon star Viktor Gyokeres a favouriteReal Sociedad star Martin Zubimendi is set to become Arsenal’s first summer signingJoin SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The EmiratesHowever, Josh, 45, wrote in Sunday’s match-day programme before the clash with Newcastle at the Emirates that the necessary investment will take place with new sporting director Andrea Berta on board.The son of the Gunners’ majority shareholder Stan Kroenke added that the board are “crystal clear” on the transfer they want to make.Josh wrote: “We’re still pursuing second place in the Premier League for the third year running, but we all want to win it. “We plan to invest to get behind winning and doing better next season.Read More on Arsenal“Our sporting director, Andrea, will play an important role in this. We are crystal clear on exactly what we need to do and the way in which we want to do it”.A number of Arsenal fans loved Josh’s confidence and the presence of a plan by the board.One supporter tweeted: “That is the attitude.”Another commented: “Hope they back it up this summer. No excuses.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSA third wrote: “Get that cheque book out.”This fan said: “Good to hear, Josh.”And that one stated: “Thankful to be an Arsenal fan.”Arsenal look set for a busy summer as they are ready to land Real Sociedad star Martin Zubimendi for a whopping £50million.The North Londoners are also looking for an elite striker, with many claiming that is the last piece of the jigsaw required to finally win their first Premier League title since 2004.Arteta’s side are very keen on Newcastle superstar Alexander Isak but he will prove a very tough man to sign.Therefore, Arsenal are also keeping tabs on the likes of Sporting’s Viktor Gyokeres and RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko.Gyokeres seems the likeliest candidate to move to the Emirates this summer.Read More on The SunThe Gunners could land the Sweden international for just £60m and make him one of their highest earners with his proposed contract costing the Gunners over £7m a year.Sesko had been a massive target since last summer before signing a new deal with Leipzig.Newcastle star Alexander Isak poses as Arsenal’s biggest targetRB Leipzig star Benjamin Seiko has been a big target since last summer More

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      Wayne Rooney names three players Man Utd should sign this summer including transfer for iconic former star

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Wayne Rooney has announced his top three picks for the struggling club to sign over summer.United have had a conflicting season, excelling – and going unbeaten – in the Europa League while hitting new lows at 16th in the Premier League.Rooney has suggested three players for Man Utd to sign this summerCredit: Prime Video SportRooney would like to see David De Gea back at Old TraffordCredit: GettyRooney would also like to see Palace’s Guehi strengthen United’s defenceCredit: GettyEven if they win the May 21 showpiece, something needs to change.Enter Rooney – United’s all-time top scorer, 253 goals, has suggested three players that could swing their fortunes: Rooney said: “I’d probably sign David de Gea, Manchester United have missed him and I think he could still do a very good job.”READ MORE ON MAN UTDDe Gea fell out of favour at Old Trafford but since his move to Italy last year he has kept 11 clean sheets with Serie A ninth-placed Fiorentina.The former Premier League star Rooney has not hit the same staggering heights in the dugout as he did as a player – which some fans on social media have brutally pointed out in disagreement with his picks.One said: “Ah yes, this makes a lot of sense on why he doesn’t last long in managerial roles. “Amazing player, but wow. We have plenty of CB options. Need a reliable right 10.”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSOsimhen has been crucial to Galatasaray’s recent successCredit: GettyAnother said: “Relegation justified for the clubs he managed.”The goalkeeper spot is a sore point after No1 Andre Onana has proved to be blunder-prone and his replacement Altay Bayindir not necessarily a safer bet.United are in dire need of defensive reinforcements with the likes of Matthijs de Ligt and Leny Yoro struggling for form and fitness, with Lisandro Martinez also a long-term casualty.In attack, Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee have endured horrid seasons, with fresh blood in attack sorely needed if they’re to return to their glory days. More

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      Ruthless Barcelona set for major summer transfer overhaul with Gavi among EIGHT stars at risk of sale

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      BARCELONA are set for a mass summer overhaul with director of football Deco ready to move on a host of stars.The Catalan giants can wrap up the LaLiga title on Thursday with victory over city rivals Espanyol.Gavi is reportedly among those in danger of leaving Barcelona this summerCredit: GettyThe club will also listen to offers for Ronald AraujoCredit: GettyBarca are hopeful of tying down Raphinha and Frenkie de Jong to new long-term dealsCredit: ReutersBarca lead rivals Real Madrid by seven points and are on the cusp of a 28th crown.But despite a strong domestic performance, club icon Deco is preparing a ruthless summer window.Barcelona are willing to listen to offers for eight of their stars, according to reports.Spanish outlet SPORT claim the club is open to offers on Inaki Pena, Ronald Araujo, Hector Fort, Fermin Lopez, Gavi, Pau Victor, and Ansu Fati.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBarca are desperate to tie down Frenkie de Jong and Raphinha to new deals.Raphinha has racked up 59 goal contributions this season and had been courted by a host of clubs in the Saudi Pro League.But the Brazilian looks set to pen an improved deal at the Nou Camp.The beefy new contract would keep him at the club until 2029. Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKDe Jong, meanwhile, has emerged as a key player in Barca’s midfield since joining from Ajax in 2019.The Dutchman’s contract expires this summer and he is expected to extend his stay in Spain.Furious Vinicius Jr loses it at Barcelona fan waving beach ball at him in brutal message over Ballon d’Or snubBut the report claims a lucrative offer could tempt Barca to sell, with only wonderkid Lamine Yamal deemed “untouchable” in the squad. Goalkeeper Pena appears certain to leave the Catalan giants after being replaced as No1 by Wojciech Szczesny.Fati, 22, once tipped as the successor to Lionel Messi, is not in Hansi Flick’s plans moving forward.The former Brighton loanee has featured just six times in LaLiga this term, failing to find the net.Fati is contracted at the Nou Camp until 2027 – but his high salary may make him difficult to move on. More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo’s ‘Al Nassr future in doubt as contract talks put on hold’ after disappointing season for Saudi side

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO’S future at Al Nassr is up in the air after his contract extension talks were reportedly “put on hold”.The five-time Ballon d’Or winner was expecting to sign a new two-year deal this summer, but another underwhelming season has thrown a spanner in the works.Cristiano Ronaldo’s contract extension has been put ‘on hold’, according to reportsCredit: Getty Images – GettySince Ronaldo’s arrival two years ago, Al Nassr have finished second in back-to-back campaignsRonaldo’s contract runs out in the summer, but extension talks have been delayed after another trophy-less season, according to Marca.Despite scoring 33 goals in 39 appearances this term, Ronaldo’s efforts have not been enough to lift Al Nassr to any major silverware.The possibility of Ronaldo switching to a rival club like Al Hilal—who have qualified for the Club World Cup — is reportedly gaining traction.Al Nassr are all-but out of the title race and dropped to fourth in the league after losing 3-2 to table toppers Al-Ittihad on Wednesday.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSAnd Ronaldo’s reaction to the crucial defeat against Al-Ittihad reportedly sparked disapproval within the club’s hierarchy.The 40-year-old stormed off the pitch in anger and allegedly went home in his kit.It came exactly a week after Ronaldo’s side were brutally dumped out of the Asian Champions League semi-finals to Japanese side Kawasaki.The Japan J-League outfit went on to lose the final 2-0 to Ronaldo’s Saudi rivals Al-Ahli.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAs it stands, Al-Nassr won’t qualify for next season’s Asian Champions League, as the club sits just outside the top three in the Pro League.So this season’s failures on the pitch and behind-the-scenes has left both Al-Nassr and Ronaldo considering their options. Cristiano Ronaldo appears to argue with himself as he fights back tears after Al-Nassr cup KOSince Ronaldo’s arrival two years ago, Al Nassr have finished second in back-to-back campaigns.The former Manchester United superstar could be persuaded to accept a new challenge in Saudi Arabia. Despite his future being up in the future, Ronaldo’s son Cristiano Jnr has enjoyed a brilliant week.On Tuesday Ronaldo Jnr — in the youth team at Al-Nassr — was called up for Portugal’s under-15 squad.His chuffed dad posted on Instagram: “Proud of you, son!”Since joining Al Nassr in 2023, Ronaldo has played 103 matches, scoring 91 goals and providing 19 assists.Read More on The SunHis contract extension comes as Ronaldo looks to reach the 1,000 career goals landmark. He is currently on 934 career strikes.The former Real Madrid man became the first player to score 900 goals back in September. More

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      Forgotten Arsenal flop set for Emirates return after injury nightmare with Sevilla unlikely to trigger transfer option

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      ARSENAL flop Albert Sambi Lokonga is set for a summer return to the Emirates after suffering his fourth injury of the season during his loan stint at Sevilla.Lokonga, 25, joined the Andalusian outfit in July for the 2024-25 campaign in a deal that includes a £10.25million buy option.Arsenal flop Albert Sambi Lokonga is set for a summer return to the EmiratesSevilla are not keen to trigger Lokonga’s release clause amid his loan stint due to injuryAccording to The Mirror, however, the LaLiga giants are unlikely to trigger that option due to persistent hamstring issues that have limited the midfielder to just 21 appearances across all competitions.That poses as a blow for the Gunners, who wish to raise funds to bolster their transfer budget for the summer market.Had that figure been met, the North Londoners would have also inherited a 25 per cent sell-on clause.The same source suggests Sevilla tried to negotiate a lower release clause.Read More on ArsenalHowever, chances of a permanent deal are growing slimmer after yet another injury setback Lokonga’s contract with Arsenal runs out in 2026, which means the Premier League giants will be determined to offload him one way or another this summer.That is because – as per the same source – there is no way back for the ex-Anderlecht star into Mikel Arteta’s first team.Nevertheless, the loan deal with Sevilla is paying off as it’s the Spaniards who are covering Lokonga’s wages.Most read in FootballBack in February, the player stated his desire to stay at Sevilla after turning down multiple offers from other clubs last summer.Lokonga said: “I feel very good. I’m growing. I feel better with each game. How Arsenal can outsmart PSG in Champions League semi-final”After leaving Anderlecht, Sevilla is the club where I feel very, very good. “I want to stay but it’s not just my decision. It’s early days and we’ll see each other at the end of the year.”Lokonga also had two uneventful loan stints at Crystal Palace and Luton Town these past couple of years.The Belgian has made 39 appearances for Arsenal since his arrival in 2021. More

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      Arsenal confident of completing Martin Zubimendi transfer this summer despite Real Madrid’s late hijack attempts

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      ARSENAL are confident of making Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi their first signing of the summer – despite reports of a hijack attempt from Real Madrid.It was revealed in January that the Gunners had agreed to pay the Spanish midfielder’s £51million release clause, as well as sorting personal terms, with a view to joining ahead of next season.Arsenal expect Martin Zubimendi to join in the summer for £51mCredit: GettyMikel Arteta has convinced Zubimendi to snub Carlo Ancelotti’s Real MadridCredit: GettyIn recent weeks, Real have been linked with a late smash-and-grab raid – desperate to bolster their ageing midfield after a disappointing campaign under Carlo Ancelotti that included losing 5-1 on aggregate to Arsenal in the Champions League quarter finals.But SunSport understands the Gunners still expect Zubimendi, 25, to choose North London instead of Madrid – having been convinced of the Emirates project by boss Mikel Arteta.Arteta wanted Zubimendi to join immediately in the winter window, providing competition for the likes of Declan Rice, Mikel Merino and Thomas Partey, only for Sociedad to demand he remain in San Sebastian for the rest of the season.Liverpool were on the brink of signing the Euros winner last summer but for a last-minute U-turn, one that scuppered the plans of new boss Arne Slot.read more arsenalThe arrival of Zubimendi is considered a done deal by Arsenal internally but it is unlikely to be announced until at least early June.It is a key bit of business with the futures of midfielders Partey, 31, and Jorginho, 33, up in the air.The pair’s contracts expire this summer. Partey has been linked with a move back to Atletico Madrid, with Barcelona also keen, but the Ghanaian would prefer to stay in London, and Arsenal are open to negotiating a short-term deal.Jorginho is considering interest from Brazil and the MLS, but is also enjoying learning from Arteta at Arsenal and would be happy to sign a rolling one-year contract. The Italian has been taking his coaching badges at London Colney.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The EmiratesZubimendi is anticipated to be the beginning of a huge summer of incomings for Arsenal, with Arteta revealing it will be “big” following the appointment of new sporting director Andrea Berta.Berta had no influence on the Zubimendi deal, but will now be tasked with bringing in an elite striker, while also strengthening the general depth of the squad, selling fringe players to raise cash and extending the contracts of the likes of Bukayo Saka and William Saliba.Mikel Arteta accidentally photobombs Sky Sports report as he takes Arsenal dog Win for a walkIt is for that reason Alexander Isak may be out of Arsenal’s reach, valued between £100m and £120m by Newcastle, with Berta instead looking at Sporting Lisbon’s £60m Viktor Gyokeres, Red Bull Leipzig’s £70m Benjamin Sesko and Athletic Bilbao’s £50m Nico Williams.A cheaper option up top would allow for more signings in other areas. Arsenal are tracking Espanyol keeper Joan Garcia with current No.2 Neto’s season-long loan spell from Bournemouth ending shortly, having played just ONCE this term.And as Kieran Tierney plots a move back to Scotland and Oleksandr Zinchenko linked with a move away, left-back could be an area to strengthen. SunSport revealed in March that Espanyol’s £12.5m Omar El Hilali was being monitored. More

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      Arsenal ‘in talks with Thomas Partey over two-year new contract with Mikel Arteta keen for star, 31, to stay’

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      ARSENAL are in talks with Thomas Partey over a new two-year contract, according to reports.Manager Mikel Arteta is keen for the 31-year-old star, whose current deal expires in the summer, to stay at the Emirates.Arsenal are in talks with Thomas Partey over two-year new contractCredit: GettyPartey was expected to leave Arsenal for free this summerCredit: GettyMikel Arteta is keen for Partey to sign a new dealCredit: ReutersPartey was expected to leave Arsenal for free in just over two months time. But top-class performances in recent months has left Arteta stewing about whether or not he should let the midfielder go. The Ghana international is happy at Arsenal and his family are enjoying living in London, according to The Athletic.He would be open to an improved two-year agreement or a one-year deal plus an option to extend by a further 12 months.READ MORE ARSENAL NEWSPartey has played in multiple positions for Arteta’s injury-ridden side this term, despite a number of spells out on the sidelines himself.As well as his usual defensive midfield role, Partey has started in right-back amid injuries to Ben White earlier in the campaign and now centre-back Gabriel, with Jurrien Timber moving about too.He has become an integral member of Arteta’s strongest team, making 45 appearances this term.If it wasn’t for Declan Rice’s stunning free-kicks, Partey made a case for winning Man of the Match in Arsenal’s Champions League quarter-final first leg 3-0 win over Real Madrid earlier this month.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The EmiratesAnd he backed it up four days later with the opener in Arsenal’s 1-1 draw with Brentford, which was his fourth Premier League goal of the season.Partey’s importance was demonstrated by the frustration shown at him picking up a booking that rules him out of the first leg of the Champions League semi-final against Paris St-Germain. Mikel Arteta slide tackles his own player in training a day before Arsenal’s biggest game of the season vs Real Madrid Arteta gave a cryptic answer when asked about Partey’s contractual situation last week.Asked if there had been any progress, Arteta said: “Yes, there is progress with all the players.”I’ll leave that to [sporting director] Andrea [Berta] and the club to decide and to talk about.”Having joined Arsenal from Atletico Madrid in 2020, Partey has played an important role in the club’s progress under Arteta.But the expected arrival of Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi in the summer, left Partey’s future uncertain.Meanwhile, it was former Atletico director Berta that sanctioned Partey’s move to North London for £45m five years ago. More

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      Man Utd ‘must SELL first-team star if they are to complete transfer for top Premier League target’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are keen on signing Matheus Cunha, it has been claimed.But the Red Devils will reportedly have to raise funds for the Wolves ace by SELLING one of their established players.Matheus Cunha is on the radar of Manchester UnitedCredit: GETTYBut the Red Devils will have to sell players to meet the Brazilian’s £62.5million release clauseCredit: GETTYBrazil international Cunha has caught the eye of several Prem sides since his move to Molineux in December 2022.Aware of their rivals’ eagerness to sign the former Atletico Madrid man, Wolves tied him down to a bumper new deal in February.They also increased their valuation of the 25-year-old, who the Daily Mail claim new United gaffer Ruben Amorim is keen to sign in the summer.But they also claim Amorim will have to offload “at least one senior player” in order to match Wolves’ asking price.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSCunha has a £62.5million release clause in his new contract, which expires in the summer of 2029.United have several players on the books they could cash in on to finance a summer swoop for Cunha, who has found the back of the net 15 times in 29 appearances this season.Loanees Antony, Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho – who are currently with Real Betis, Aston Villa and Chelsea respectively – are contenders to be sold this summer.Amorim, who replaced Erik ten Hag at the Old Trafford helm last November, is eager to start building a team to reflect his ethos in the summer.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSBut he admits he won’t be able to do that unless he gets rid of some of the dead wood at the club.When asked about Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s recent cost-cutting spree, the Portuguese replied: “It is simple.How Ruben Amorim can fix Man United’s Garnacho problem”To do something, we need to sell players.”Our focus now is to win these games. Then we have time to focus on that.”Manchester United will be back in action on Sunday evening, travelling to St James’ Park to take on Newcastle United. More