Arsenal are growing confident of landing Lyon forward Alexandre Lacazette this summer after offering him fresh terms. The Frenchman has been a subject of transfer interest from the Gunner for several windows, with reports that Arsene Wenger is a keen admirer of his skills and tried to sign him during the last summer but yet failed again. Lacazette has now confirmed that he wants to leave Lyon this summer, sparking interest from several clubs in Europe, with Spanish La Liga giants, Atletico Madrid said to be ready to sign him and offer him a place in the Champions League until their transfer ban was upheld by a court of arbitration. It is now understood that Arsenal are back in for the forward and ready to beat competition from Manchester United who are also … [Read more...]
Liverpool plotting audacious move to steal in-form goal machine from Arsenal
Liverpool are plotting an audacious move for Lyon striker, Alexandre Lacazette and will reportedly meet his representatives this summer. The French striker has been tipped to leave the Ligue 1 this summer after another impressive season with Lyon. There have been a lot of interest from major clubs in Europe, with the likes of Atletico Madrid, Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United all credited with a move for the player. Atleti were understood to have started negotiations to move for Lacazette as a replacement for Antoine Griezmann who was on the verge of leaving the Vicente Calderon for Manchester United. But was stopped due to the transfer ban that prevents the La Liga side from signing players till next January transfer window. Reports in the Express … [Read more...]
Liverpool Make Move For French Striker Ahead Of Man United
According to reports, Liverpool are getting ready to hold talks with the agents of Lyon player Alexandre Lacazette over the availability of the talented forward this summer. The player has scored 129 goals in 275 appearances for the French club since breaking into their first-team back then in 2010. However, he is now heavily linked with a switch to the English top flight ahead of the 2017/18 campaign. Lacazette has been linked with both Manchester United and Arsenal in recent times. However, it is understood that Liverpool have also joined in the race for the Frenchman. And according to The Sunday Express, Liverpool officials will hold negotiations with Lacazette's advisors next week over a move to Anfield this summer. Liverpool's manager Jurgen Klopp is … [Read more...]
This Ligue1 Goal Machine Wants To Snub Arsenal For Man United Move
Lyon striker Alexandre Lacazette has decided to join Manchester United despite keen interest from Arsenal, according to reports. The 26-year-old has been linked with a move away from the French Ligue 1 due to his brilliant displays in recent seasons with Lyon that has drawn interest from a couple of clubs in Europe. There were reports that Atletico Madrid are leading in the race to sign Lacazette as a replacement for Antoine Griezmann who was tipped to leave the Old Trafford but the Spanish club's transfer ban might scupper Manchester United move for Griezmann. Reports in L’Equipe claim that Manchester United have moved ahead of Arsenal in the pursuit of Lacazette who prefers to play for the Red Devils next season despite being a long-term target for the … [Read more...]
Arsenal Target Delivers Blow To Pursuit, Wants La Liga Move
Olympique Lyon striker Alexandre Lacazette has revealed he fancies a move to Atletico Madrid this summer despite been a long-term Arsenal target. The French forward has been tipped to leave the Ligue 1 this summer after another brilliant season with Lyon, drawing interest from several clubs in Europe. During the last summer transfer window, Arsenal were linked to sign Lacazette and even submitted a bid for the striker this summer, with reports in Daily Mail claiming that the Gunners are still interested in signing the France international. However, the 25-year-old has expressed his love for Atleti and suggessted that he wants to play alongside Antoine Griezmann. He said: ‘Yes, I like them. They’ve got great players, a great manager, a good fan base and … [Read more...]
Club President Reveals: This Arsenal Target Is Free To Leave Next Summer
Olympique Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas has revealed that Alexandre Lacazette is free to move this summer amid speculation over his future. The 25-year-old has been a long-term target for the Gunners since last summer, with Arsene Wenger said to be a long-term admirer of the forward's abilities and even tried to sign last summer with a failed bid of £28million. The Frenchman has continued in his strides with Lyon, setting himself up as their star performer this season increasing his goal tally to 127 in 274 appearances for French giants. It is understood that Arsenal will return for the Lacazette's signature this summer as they looks to bolster their ranks,and Aulas has revealed the player is free to leave the club. He said: ‘Alex had a good option … [Read more...]
Arsenal Target Hints At Summer Switch But Wants Champions League Football
Lyon striker Alexandre Lacazette has revealed he is ready to leave the Ligue 1 side this summer, but warned he will be joining a club in the Champions League. The French striker has been heavily linked with a move to the Emirates, with reports that Arsene Wenger is a long-term admirer of his qualities and will try to sign him once again after failing to sign him last summer. Lacazette is currently enjoying a wonderful season with Lyon, and has been touted to leave the club this summer, with Liverpool also believed to be monitoring his situation. The 25-year-old forward has now revealed he wants to join a Champions League club, he said: ‘This summer I might go for a breath of fresh air and try something different, always with the idea of progressing in … [Read more...]