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Arsenal wont have a free ride to sign £6.6m valued defender

It has been established that Arsenal will not have a free ride in the pursuit of Galatasaray defender Ozan Kabak, following reports in Turkey which claims the young lad is also being monitored by Italian giants Inter Milan The 18-year-old became a major part of the team after he was seen last season by Fatih Terim in a game he played just a few minutes but gave an impressive performance. Reports according to Turkish newspaper Sabah, as reported by Talksport.com, say the North London club are already in battle with the San Siro side for the … [Read more...]

United showing more seriousness in the pursuit of £40m rated player

Manchester United are believed to be showing more seriousness in their pursuit of Italian side AS Roma central defender Kostas Manolas and are determined to conclude a deal as soon as the winter transfer window reopens in coming weeks. Red Devils boss Jose Mourinho is not satisfied with the performance of his defenders, having severally blamed them for his side’s woes and he is bent on having some additions to help strengthen the back-line. Also, the Portuguese manager had predicted at the start of this campaign that his side will have a … [Read more...]

‘ I am already dreamig of a move to Emirates ‘ – Star defender

Valenciennes defender Anthony Goelzer has unwittingly told Arsenal boss Unai Emery that he is ready to play at the Emirates after claiming that he is already dreaming of a move to the North London. Anthony Goelzer who plays for the Ligue 2 side is hoping to help his side gain promotion to the Ligue 1 in order to be able to prove his worth but has expressed his readiness to switch to the Emirates Stadium. The left full-back seems to be aware of Arsenal’s need of a player in that position knowing that Nacho Monreal has been struggling with … [Read more...]

Wenger ‘secrete deal’ with Bayern Munich revealed, not coaching

It has been revealed that former Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is not seeking to return to coaching as he would rather prefer an executive role. This is coming after speculations that the Frenchman would be joining German Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich with reports that he has held talks with them following the bad results coming out from the club. It was also reported that the name of the former Gunners boss was mentioned at a board meeting which sparked speculations that they might have concluded talks to have him join the club. However, … [Read more...]

Chelsea to get major test from Arsenal product

Arsenal product and former England U21 international Chuba Akpom has been cited in London as part of the PAOK team that will face West London side Chelsea in the Europa League tie on Thursday. The striker joined his team and arrived London On Wednesday to be able to give the Blues a good test, The former Arsenal player was not involved in the first leg clash between both sides as he was left out of the team selection for reasons unknown in the September 20 encounter. Chuba Akpom has seen two of the last three games for the Greek Super … [Read more...]

Arsenal to complete signing of 7-goal forward

North London side Arsenal are reportedly keen on completing the signing of Lille forward Jonathan Bamba when the winter transfer window reopens in coming weeks. The fact that Danny Welbeck will not be available for a longer time due to an injury he suffered makes it mandatory for the Gunners to have a new face at the club in addition to the fact that the likes of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette have shown that they need a back-up going by their inconsistent performance. Jonathan Bamba has shown he fits into the demands of the … [Read more...]

Why United should not worry if De Gea leaves

Manchester United have been told not to worry should star goalkeeper David De Gea eventually leaves with Dean Henderson saying he can fill the gap that would be opened. Dean Henderson is a Red Devils goalkeeper who is currently having a loan spell with Sheffield United but has hinted he could return after completing his mission of bringing back the Championship club to the Premier League. He noted that he has been doing his best to attract the attention of his owners but cannot tell if they are looking at his direction for a return back to the … [Read more...]

United encouraged after club agree to lower asking price for star midfielder

Manchester United have been encouraged in their bid for versatile midfielder Sergej Milinkovic Savic after the Italian club SS Lazio are reported to have accepted to lower their asking price for the player. Manchester United made frantic effort to have the signature of the Serbian star in the last summer but the Italian club refused to let him leave below £100 million which the Red Devils were not willing to pay. Also, some top European clubs including French Giants Paris Saint Germain and Italian champions Juventus came knocking for the … [Read more...]

Arsenal to sign £20m-rated German defender

Arsenal are expected to sign Hanover 96 defender Waldemar Anton in New Year once the transfer window reopens having shown a keen interest in him. The central defender has got pace, strength and good aerial foresight which will make him a good addition to the North London who are desperate to sign a central defender. Gunners are already planning for life after Laurent Koscielny who is believed to be muting a move away from the Emirates Stadium in addition to the fact that he is ageing and might not be able to play like his youthful days. The … [Read more...]

Why find Morata’s replacement when Giroud sits regularly on the bench

After another uninspiring and anonymous display from Alvaro Morata in Chelsea's 3-1 defeat to Tottenham on Saturday, reports are claiming that Maurizio Sarri is back in the search for the player's replacement. Prior to the start of this season, there were rumours that the Spaniard could be on his way back to Santiago Bernabeu due to his inability score plenty goals during the previous season. However, Sarri didn't buy the idea of selling the striker as he revealed to reporters his plans for Morata at the course of this season. Just as … [Read more...]

Why Scholes is not impressed with United midfield

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has stated that he is unhappy with the midfield of his former side as they are not living up to expectation. The former United powerhouse says the reason for his dissatisfaction with the midfield of his former side is because they all lack the needed creativity to drive the team forward. According to him, the crop of midfielders in the team lack the ability to link up with the attackers effectively, hinting that it has been the reason for lack of goals from the strikers. Scholes added that the problem … [Read more...]

Manchester United eyeing move for Porto defender Eder Militao

Reports according to the Daily Record, reveal that Manchester United are in the pursuit of Porto defender Eder Militao ahead of the winter transfer market which reopens in coming weeks. United are in search of quality defenders to help stop conceding goals as they have had inconsistent results so far this season. Before the international break, the Red Devils were defeated 3-1 by rivals Manchester City and they returned again to play a goalless draw against Crystal Palace. The Portuguese boss has blamed his poor defence for the bad season … [Read more...]

Lukaku speaks on United future, relationship with Mourinho

Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku has spoken on his future at the Old Trafford amidst criticism that he has not been living up to expectation. The Belgium international has been in poor form so far this season but he seems not to be bothered about the situation at the club. According to the former Chelsea striker, he will remain at the club as long as manager Jose Mourinho is in charge because he has got a good relationship with the Portuguese boss. He boasted of being one of Jose Mourinho's favorite at the Old Trafford and will be … [Read more...]

Arsenal swoop for 18-year-old wonderkid

Galatasaray wonderkid Ozan Kabak is now interesting North London club Arsenal with reports claiming that they could move in on the player ahead of the coming transfer window which opens in January. It is reported that the Gunners are not alone in the chase of the 18-year-old man who is now a first team and regular face in the Galatasaray defence in what is being described as a breakthrough season for him. The North London club will bank on Sven Mislintat who is known to be a master of incredible transfer dealings and scouting of young players … [Read more...]

Tottenham join race for £20 million Arsenal target

Arsenal are no longer alone in the race to sign Genk midfielder Sander Berge following reports that North London rivals Tottenham are also interested in his signature and are keen to have him join the club in the new year as soon as the winter transfer window reopens. Tottenham are believed to be in search of a powerhouse that will serve as a big cover in the middle with reports of Dembele and Wanyama preparing to leave the London club in January. Sander Berge has been impressive this season and has been identified as the player who fits into … [Read more...]

Is Arsenal ready to move in for Leandro Trossard?

Arsenal might be ready to move in for Genk forward Leandro Trossard following reports that he is now being monitored with scouts expected to watch him by the weekend. The Gunners are now short of legs in the attack with the injury of England international striker Danny Welbeck who is not expected to return anytime soon, hence they seek to storm the winter transfer market which reopens in coming months for a replacement. Leandro Trossard has been identified as a perfect replacement for Welbeck having impressed in the Belgium league this season … [Read more...]

United handed condition to sign Mauro Icardi

Manchester United are in dire need of goal scorers with Alexis Sanchez, Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial not firing as expected. It is not news that manager Jose Mourinho has no trust in his forwards as he described some of them as having a childish mentality which to him cannot help his side. Efforts have been put in place by the club to ensure new signings in the coming winter transfer window which reopens in coming weeks and one of the targets, Inter Milan goal Machine Mauro Icardi is now available. Mauro Icardi has been on the radar … [Read more...]

Arsenal close to signing interesting Man United star

Arsenal are reported to be the favourite in the pursuit of interesting Manchester United star Andreas Pereira with a deal expected to be finalized once the winter transfer window reopens. The North London club are reported to be preparing to launch a bid for the player who is believed to be having an asking price of about £10 million so as to serve as a replacement for departing Gunners Aaron Ramsey. Ramsey failed to agree on a new deal with his employers with his personal weekly wages believed to be too much for the North London side to bear, … [Read more...]

Jordi Alba hands hope to Arsenal after public statement

Arsenal’s long-term target Jordi Alba has handed hope to the North London club of a possible move in the nearest future. The 29-year-old has been interesting Gunners boss Unai Emery for some years now but he has been held back by the fact that the player was not ready to leave the La Liga giants Barcelona and is contracted to them until 2020. The situation seems to have changed for Jordi Alba at the Camp Nou and he is no longer sure of his future at the club which hands the North London club the opportunity to have the signature of their … [Read more...]

Rob Holding: Unai Emery hails Gunners over transfer decision

Arsenal boss Unai Emery is one of those who are impressed with the performance of Rob Holdings this season and he has hailed the club for standing by their decision to keep him at the club. Rob Holding is one of those players that were contemplated to be sold in the summer but the club stood by the decision to keep him and not let him away on loan. With the absent of Laurent Koscielny, Holding has been handed the opportunity to start games and he has paid the faith of the club and the manager having helped the North London side with its … [Read more...]

Ian Wright speaks on Ramsey leaving Arsenal

Arsenal legend Ian Wright has spoken on the anticipated exit of Wales international Aaron Ramsey from the Emirates Stadium at the end of the season. It is all confirmed that the former Cardiff star will no longer be an Arsenal player after failing to agree on a new deal with the club over a new weekly wage. A number of clubs including Liverpool, Manchester United, Bayern Munich and Juventus are all reported to be seeking for his signature but nothing has been made public on where his future lies. However, Arsenal legend expressed … [Read more...]

Arsenal not losing faith in signing Liga Nos star

Arsenal are reportedly confident in having the signature Porto’s midfielder Hector Herrera despite the delay as they await when his contract winds up at the club. Report says the North London side will not face lots of competition with Crystal Palace as the only contender for the Portugal based player if reports by Sports Witness is anything to go by. The 28-year-old is believed to be seeing his last days with the Portuguese giants and he has not been handed a new deal with no talks on the table at the moment. This, therefore, means he … [Read more...]

Manchester City on the verge of sealing deal of United long-term target

Manchester City are reportedly on the verge of sealing a deal for United target Frenkie de Jong who currently plays for Ajax as a versatile midfielder. Frenkie de Jong has been a subject of speculation over the past few weeks as he is being wanted by a number of top European clubs including Barcelona and Tottenham, in addition to Manchester United who are a long-term suitors. Reports reveal that the Red Devils stood a better chance of having the services of Frenkie de Jong before now but they are believed to have lost out because of the … [Read more...]

Jamie Redknapp explains what Emery’s Arsenal switch has done to the North London Club

Arsenal manager Unai Emery joined the Emirates Stadium in the summer and has since settled to make an impact in the team with lots of reactions coming from pundits. Liverpool legend Jamie Redknapp is one of those who have made a spectacular claim of the Spanish boss as he thinks the North London club now have a new mentality and have been able to do away with the old. Arsenal were described as a weak team under former French manager Arsene Wenger as they struggled to stand against big Premier League teams at any encounter. According to the … [Read more...]

United agree to send scout to watch 19-year-old defensive midfielder

Manchester United have finally agreed to take further steps for the signature of West Ham star Declan Rice by sending scouts to watch the player ahead of the coming winter transfer window. Although, the young lad is currently dipped into contract talks with his owners with the hope that they can lure him to stay at the club but that will not stop the Red Devils from monitoring the player in case his negotiation with West Ham fails. Declan Rice has been the name in the news for the past few weeks with the English Premier League big guns all … [Read more...]