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How close did Arsenal come to signing one of Tottenham’s key players this summer?
The Gunners considered Jonathan David recently, but why didn’t the move happen and what could the future hold for the Lille striker?
There is good news for Arsenal on the injury front as the Gunners are now hopeful that four players – Oleksandr Zinchenko, Thomas Partey, Kieran Tierney and Takehiro Tomiyasu – will be in contention to return against Tottenham (football. London)
Could we really see Lionel Messi returning to Barcelona in 2023? Click here for my exclusive take on the situation.
Barcelona has confirmed that Ronald Araujo has undergone “successful surgery this morning for the avulsion of the right adductor longus tendon.” He now faces a few weeks off and a return date will depend on how his recovery goes.
In other news, Barcelona have reportedly identified Ruben Neves as a main target for next summer, with the Wolves midfielder believed to be the ideal replacement for Sergio Busquets (Sport).
Bayern manager Hasan Salihamidzic on Sadio Mane’s situation: “Sadio still needs a little time. He has to get used to the Bundesliga, but he will, I talk to him regularly. Sadio is one of the best players in the world, we will still have a lot of joy with him”.
Anthony Gordon admits it would have been ‘crazy’ for Chelsea to spend £60m on him: “I was never desperate to leave. It was definitely not the case. But… yes, £60m is crazy.”
How serious is Chelsea’s interest in Jude Bellingham? Click here for details.
Reports claim that Chelsea are still in the running alongside Paris Saint-Germain to sign Inter Milan centre-back Milan Skriniar when he becomes a free agent next summer (Calciomercato)
Anthony Gordon insists he is happy to have stayed at Goodison Park: “Everton is so good, it’s not a place where I’m devastated that I have to stay, it’s never been the case.”
Are Liverpool really leading the race for Jude Bellingham? Click here for my understanding of the situation.
Harry Maguire was injured on international duty and now looks set to miss this weekend’s derby with Manchester City.
Victor Osimhen has been considered by Manchester United before, but what could happen next? Click here to obtain more information.
Newcastle are set to sign Australian wunderkind Garang Kuol. There is a deal with Aussie A league club Central Coast Mariners and a medical is scheduled to take place in the UK. The player has also agreed personal terms with Newcastle.
When will Lionel Messi make a final decision about his future at Paris Saint-Germain?
Real Madrid could use a long-term replacement for Luka Modric and Toni Kroos. Could THIS player be the answer?
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Tottenham are set to make the transfer of Dejan Kulusevski permanent at the end of the season, no question. If he plays 20 games, at least 45 minutes, and Spurs qualify for the Champions League, there is a purchase obligation of 35 million euros. If not, Spurs also have a purchase option clause as part of their loan deal with Juventus.
This Arsenal player was a serious option for Spurs this summer. Click here to obtain more information.
Tottenham was with Arsenal in tracking this attacker valued at 40 million euros. Click here for more exclusive information.
Official. Valencia have signed Iago Herrerín in goal to replace the injured Jaume Domenech. He has signed a short-term contract, valid until 2023.
Could Tomas Soucek’s future at West Ham really be in doubt? Click here to find out everything you need to know.
