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Arsenal Target Stays Put: Top Midfield Prospect Opts to Remain in Spain

Arsenal’s Midfield Target Leans Towards Staying in Spain According to El Desmarque, Arsenal’s primary midfield target, Mikel Merino, reportedly favors remaining in Spain. The Spanish international currently plays for Athletic Bilbao and has attracted interest from both Arsenal and Barcelona. Mikel Arteta views Merino as a potential reinforcement for Arsenal’s midfield, impressed by his strength […]

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Star Power Added: Real Madrid’s Vazquez Welcomes Mbappé Signing

Real Madrid’s Vazquez Welcomes Mbappé Signing Real Madrid forward Lucas Vazquez expressed his enthusiasm regarding the club’s recent acquisition of Kylian Mbappé. Mbappé, a 2022 World Cup finalist, joined Los Blancos on a free transfer this summer after leaving Paris Saint-Germain. Vazquez praised Mbappé’s talent, calling him a “special player” who seems destined to succeed […]

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Guardiola Eyes Replacement: Ederson Departure Could Lead to New City No. 1

Manchester City Have Backup Plan in Place for Ederson Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola reportedly has a plan in place if goalkeeper Ederson departs the club this summer.  According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Stefan Ortega, Ederson’s current understudy, would become the first-choice goalkeeper.  Negotiations between Manchester City and Al-Ittihad for Ederson are ongoing, but […]

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Calafiori Absent from Training Amidst Arsenal Talks

Calafiori Absent from Bologna Camp Amidst Arsenal Transfer Talks Riccardo Calafiori is noticeably absent from Bologna’s pre-season training camp, fueling speculation about a potential transfer.  Negotiations between Arsenal and Bologna for the Italian defender are reportedly nearing completion, with a package deal worth €50 million (£42.1 million) expected. According to Sky Sports News, Calafiori has […]

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Ten Hag Rejects Transfer Request: Valued Player Remains at Man United

Manchester United Retain McTominay Despite Transfer Interest Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has reportedly rejected offers for midfielder Scott McTominay, according to Sky Sports. This news comes amidst transfer speculation linking the 27-year-old with West Ham, Galatasaray, Tottenham, and Fulham. Ten Hag emphasized McTominay’s importance to the squad, citing his 10 goals last season […]

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Five Clubs Vie for Olmo’s Signature: Arsenal, Man Utd Top Contenders

Dani Olmo Attracts Interest from Premier League and European Giants Spanish midfielder Dani Olmo has emerged as a transfer target for several top clubs, according to Fabrizio Romano. Arsenal and Manchester United are reportedly among five teams vying for his signature this summer. The other interested clubs include Manchester City, Barcelona, and Bayern Munich. Olmo’s […]

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Manchester United Set Terms to Keep Amrabat on Permanent Basis

Manchester United Update on Amrabat’s Future Manchester United have reportedly decided against triggering their option to buy midfielder Sofyan Amrabat permanently from Fiorentina, according to Fabrizio Romano.  Amrabat joined the Red Devils on a loan deal last season after a strong showing with Morocco at the World Cup. Despite the initial purchase option, United are […]

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Romano on De Bruyne: Manchester City Star Not Linked to Al-Ittihad Move

Romano Clarifies De Bruyne Transfer Rumors Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano has addressed recent reports linking Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne with a move to Al-Ittihad in Saudi Arabia. Romano asserts that these reports are inaccurate. According to Romano, Al-Ittihad are currently prioritizing the signing of another Manchester City player, goalkeeper Ederson, although negotiations are […]

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Arsenal in Race Against Time to Secure Calafiori Signing

Competition Emerges for Arsenal’s Target Calafiori Arsenal’s pursuit of Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori faces a potential challenge, according to Sky Sports. Reports indicate that Real Madrid, Juventus, and another unnamed Premier League club have approached Calafiori in the past ten days.   Despite this interest, Calafiori reportedly remains committed to joining Arsenal, having given his word […]

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