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      Arsenal CONFIRM Jakub Kiwior transfer on £21m deal from Spezia as they bring in defensive reinforcements

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      ARSENAL have confirmed the shock signing of £21million defender Jakub Kiwior.Spezia’s Poland star follows Brighton winger Leandro Trossard as the second January recruit for Mikel Arteta’s Premier League leaders.
      Jakub Kiwior has become Arsenal’s second buy this monthCredit: Getty
      The 22-year-old was at the Emirates on Sunday for the Gunners’ 3-2 defeat of Manchester United.
      He completed a medical the following day and is thought to have penned a contract until 2027, with the option of a further year.
      Kiwior is the type of left-sided centre-back Arteta has long wanted.
      And the Spaniard said: “It’s great that Jakub is joining us.
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      “He’s a young versatile defender who has shown huge potential and qualities with Spezia in Serie A, and also at international level with Poland.
      “Jakub is a player who will give us strength and quality to our defensive unit.”

      Kiwior, 22, was in Anderlecht’s academy before spells in Slovakia with Zeleziarne Podbrezova and MSK Zilin.
      But it’s since joining Italian top-flight club Spezia in 2021 that his career has taken off.
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      Arsenal sporting director Edu revealed the club had been “monitoring” Kiwior “for a while”.
      Edu added: “We are now all looking forward to seeing his continued development with us.”
      Kiwior will add depth to the Premier League leaders, who have been eyeing another left-footed centre back.
      Having seen top target Mykhailo Mudryk go to Chelsea instead in a £97m move, the Gunners’ only other newcomer this month has been £27m Trossard.
      The Belgium ace impressed in his instant debut, a 10-minute cameo at the weekend in which Arsenal snatched victory over the Red Devils through Eddie Nketiah’s second goal. More

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      Man Utd transfer target Victor Osimhen to cost club-record fee as Napoli name staggering price for striker

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      MANCHESTER UNITED could be forced to pay a club-record fee to sign Napoli star Victor Osimhen.The 24-year-old Nigerian is enjoying an incredible season with the runaway Serie A leaders, scoring 13 goals in 15 games.
      Man Utd target Victor Osimhen could cost a club-record feeCredit: Rex
      Osimhen’s fine form has attracted interest from several top sides, with Arsenal and Newcastle interested.
      Big-spenders Chelsea are also in the market for a new striker.
      And Tottenham are reportedly keeping tabs on Osimhen as a possible replacement for Bayern Munich target Harry Kane.
      However, United lead chase in England after axing Cristiano Ronaldo.
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      Erik ten Hag wants a world-class No9 to lead his line next term, with loanee Wout Weghorst reportedly seen as just a short-term option.
      But Fabrizio Romano claims United will have to pay a club-record fee to the tune of £115million.
      Romano said: “My personal opinion is that Napoli will not accept anything less than £105m/£115m.”
      Osimhen is in his third season at Napoli following a £70m switch from Lille in 2020.
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      His strikes have helped Napoli open up a 12 point lead at the top of the Italian table.
      And Luciano Spalletti’s team are even dreaming of glory in Europe, with a last-16 Champions League tie against Eintracht Frankfurt on the horizon.
      Osimhen isn’t the only Napoli star on United’s radar though.
      The Red Devils are also being linked with centre-back Kim Min-Jae, who has been a revelation in defence since joining last summer.
      But Napoli’s prize asset remains new Georgian forward Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who has seven goals and seven assists from the wing. More

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      Chelsea could land Joao Felix on permanent transfer at end of season as clause in Atletico star’s loan deal is revealed

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      CHELSEA’S mega spending spree could include a permanent deal for Joao Felix in the summer – thanks to a clause in his loan move.The Portugal attacker, 23, is under contract at Atletico Madrid until 2027 but will assess his future once his temporary spell at Stamford Bridge ends.
      Frontman Joao Felix is at Chelsea on loan for the second half of the season but that could become a permanent deal if both parties are happyCredit: Getty
      Felix’s six-month switch to the Premier League cost Chelsea a £10million fee and makes him their fourth highest earner on around £250,000 a week.
      And The Athletic say his loan deal includes a clause that makes a full transfer possible.
      It’s claimed Felix’s agent Jorge Mendes helped engineer the move for the rest of the season to help give the wideman more options for the future.
      And no one can doubt Chelsea co-owner Todd Boehly is backing strong words of support for under-pressure manager Graham Potter with hard cash.
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      The Blues are tipped to launch one final push for World Cup-winning midfielder Enzo Fernandez this month.
      Benfica have resisted selling the Argentina hero, who has a £105m release clause, but Chelsea are considering an increased offer of £60m plus add-ons.
      Chelsea’s six January signings so far have cost £189m – with one or two more recruits likely.
      Beating Arsenal to  Shakhtar Donetsk’s £97m winger Mykhailo Mudryk topped the lot.
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      But Benoit Badiashile, David Datro Fofana, Andrey Santos and Noni Madueke didn’t come cheap either.
      It means spending since the summer under Boehly is pushing £400m – for a side sitting only tenth in the Premier League. More

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      Liverpool transfer target Amrabat ‘spotted at Barcelona stadium for win over Getafe’ as he is linked to LaLiga giants

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      LIVERPOOL have been dealt a major blow in their pursuit of Sofyan Amrabat after he was spotted watching Barcelona at the Nou Camp, according to reports.The Moroccan midfielder was one of the standout performers at the World Cup, helping fire his nation all the way to the semi-finals in Qatar.
      Sofyan Amrabat is wanted by both Liverpool and BarcelonaCredit: Getty
      His inspired displays have led to several top clubs entering a battle to sign the Fiorentina star.
      But it appears Barcelona could be leading the race as the 26-year-old was seen watching the team from the stands as they beat Getafe 1-0 on Sunday night, claim outlet Relevo.
      Amrabat supposedly tried to keep his identity under wraps by wearing a cap, but he was still spotted.
      The player did not attend any meetings with club chiefs, yet they do have a good relationship with Amrabat’s representatives.
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      It could take a bid of £35million to sign him.
      And Barca supposedly want a midfielder as they look to identify a replacement for veteran Sergio Busquets.
      The Catalan giants are also keeping tabs on Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi in case they cannot seal the deal for the La Viola ace.
      Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid are also keen on Amrabat, who previously expressed his desire to work with Diego Simeone.
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      Liverpool have shown an interest in the player too, with manager Jurgen Klopp desperate to freshen up his midfield options after a disappointing campaign so far.
      The Reds have been linked with England and Borussia Dortmund star Jude Bellingham but face fierce competition from Manchester City, Real Madrid and Manchester United. More

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      Aston Villa confirm £18m Jhon Duran transfer from Chicago Fire and welcome new signing with brief statement

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      ASTON VILLA have completed the £18million signing of highly-rated young striker Jhon Duran.The 19-year-old Colombia international joins on a long-term deal from MLS side Chicago Fire.
      Jhon Duran has completed his £18m Aston Villa move from Chicago FireCredit: @AVFCOfficial
      The Colombian attracted interest from Man Utd before joining VillaCredit: Getty
      He will wear the No22 shirt after becoming Unai Emery’s second January signing following Spanish left-back Alex Moreno.
      And Villa announced Duran’s arrival in a short-but-sweet statement on Monday afternoon.
      It read: “Aston Villa is delighted to confirm Jhon Duran has completed a permanent transfer from Chicago Fire for an undisclosed fee.
      “The 19-year-old striker joins Villa having scored eight goals for the MLS side in all competitions during the 2022 season.
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      “An exciting young talent, Duran has also represented Colombia at senior level. Welcome, Jhon!”
      Duran’s official arrival comes a week after Villa announced they had agreed a deal to sign the teenager.
      New boss Emery was on the hunt for a No9 after selling Danny Ings to West Ham.
      And Duran could make his debut in Saturday’s home derby against Leicester.
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      Villa saw off interest from several of England’s top sides to secure a deal, with SunSport revealing Man United’s interest in October.
      We also told you that Liverpool were keeping tabs on Duran, who scored eight goals in 28 games for Chicago.

      And big-spenders Chelsea were also looking at him as part of their ambitious youth project under Todd Boehly.
      Duran joined Chicago Fire in 2022 after agreeing a move from Colombian side Envigado a year earlier.
      He made his senior international debut in September against Guatemala and has gone on to earn a further two caps. More

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      Man Utd ‘offered Tottenham transfer target Nicolo Zaniolo’ as Roma star nears January exit

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have been offered Tottenham transfer target Nicolo Zaniolo, according to reports.The 23-year-old is up for grabs this month with Roma willing to cash in.
      Man Utd have been offered ZanioloCredit: Getty
      Premier League outfit Tottenham are keen on the Europa Conference League final match winner, but would like an initial loan move.
      However, Roma would like £35million or a loan with an obligation to buy.
      Now, according to AreaNapoli.it, Zaniolo has been offered to another one of England’s “Big Six” in Man Utd.
      United are keen on bolstering Erik ten Hag’s squad in January but want to keep spending low.
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      Wout Weghorst joined on loan from Burnley – providing a short-term solution following Cristiano Ronaldo’s departure.
      Paris Saint-Germain have also had the player proposed to them.
      However, Zaniolo’s agent has been spotted in London, which could hint that the midfielder is leaning towards a move to England.
      Zaniolo has had a rather poor campaign under Jose Mourinho in the Italian capital.
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      He has only managed to score two goals in 17 games, with just the one coming in the Serie A.
      Despite this, Mourinho believes the player is likely to stay put.
      He said on Zaniolo’s situation: “Nicolo Zaniolo has asked to leave the club — but it’s not sure that it’s gonna happen.
      “Current proposals are not enough. We only need a good proposal to let Zaniolo leave, and we’ve not received it.
      “My feeling is that in the end, he will stay.”
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      Brighton in talks to sign £20m-rated Shakhtar defender Mykola Matviyenko as De Zerbi raids former club for transfer

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      BRIGHTON have opened talks to sign Shakhtar Donetsk defender Mykola Matviyenko.The Ukraine international is a top target for Seagulls boss Roberto De Zerbi as he looks to build on an impressive start to life as a Premier League manager.
      Brighton are in talks to sign Mykola MatviyenkoCredit: Getty
      Manager Roberto De Zerbi knows him from his days in charge of Shakhtar DonetskCredit: Getty
      Matviyenko, 26, made 23 appearances under De Zerbi during the Italian’s time in charge of Shakhtar, scoring once.
      The star who is capable of playing at both centre-back and left-back, has spent the weekend in London with his family while talks between the two clubs continue.
      Shakthar recently held out for a £97million fee to allow Mykhailo Mudryk to join Chelsea, value Matviyenko at £20million. 
      The clubs are currently apart in their valuation of the man with 54 caps for his country.
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      He has also won the Ukrainian Premier League twice and was linked with a transfer to Arsenal in 2020.
      Matviyenko was expected to rejoin his teammates in Turkey at their training camp yesterday.
      Brighton are in the market for a new defender after Chelsea loanee Levi Colwill picked up a quadriceps injury that will rule him out for up to six weeks.
      The club could do with new recruits after letting Leandro Trossard join Arsenal for £27million.
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      They also face a battle to keep hold of talented midfielder Moises Caicedo with Chelsea and Liverpool monitoring his progress, according to reports.
      There has also been interest in star man Alexis Mac Allister, although it appears he will stay. More

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      Chelsea line up late Enzo Fernandez transfer bid worth £60m plus add-ons as Blues test Benfica’s resolve one last time

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      CHELSEA are preparing one final push to lure Enzo Fernandez from Benfica this month.And SunSport understands the Blues are considering a late bid of around £60million plus add-ons to tempt the Portuguese side into finally selling.
      Enzo Fernandez has been heavily linked with a move to Stamford BridgeCredit: EPA
      Graham Potter has seen SIX new signings come through the door in the January window alone, costing a total of £189m.
      Joao Felix, Benoit Badiashile, David Datro Fofana, Mykhailo Mudryk, Andrey Santos and Noni Madueke have bolstered the club’s already player-heavy squad.
      Including their summer splurge under new owner Todd Boehly, that figure rises to almost £400m.
      But a midfielder remains their priority, with World Cup-winning Argentine Fernandez top of their list – despite his £105m release clause.
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      Benfica have remained stubborn during this window, demanding the clause paid in full for any departure to be accepted for a player contracted until 2027.
      Chelsea have attempted to get around this with an offer including instalments – something that was not well received by club president Rui Costa.
      But they will resume talks this week, hopeful a bid at the final hour of the window will be too good to turn down.
      Fernandez has his heart set on Stamford Bridge after hearing of their interest earlier this month, and will be desperate for the Portugal giants to grant his Premier League wish.
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      Potter is in need of fresh legs in midfield.
      Jorginho and N’Golo Kante could both leave in the summer at the end of their contracts, although the latter could still sign on for longer.
      Chelsea are also keeping tabs on Brighton’s Moises Caicedo after having a £55m offer rejected last week, and could go back in for the Ecuadorian should Fernandez fall flat. More