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Arsenal transfer news LIVE: Gunners ‘get HUGE Eze boost', Rodrygo LATEST, Saliba gives new contract UPDATE
ARSENAL have a huge summer of change on their hands - and there are some huge deals are in the pipeline! The Gunners have received a boost in their pursuit of Advertisement Elsewhere, In other news, Real Madrid have reportedly dropped their valuation of winger SUN VEGAS WELCOME OFFER: GET £50 BONUS WHEN YOU JOIN Follow ALL of the latest news, rumours and transfer updates from the Emirates below... Advertisement By Jesus man in demand Gabriel Jesus is attracting plenty of interest and Arsenal are willing to let him leave. Various reports from around Europe say Barcelona, Inter Milan, AC Milan, Newcastle and even Tottenham are interested in the striker, who is recovering from an ACL injury. Jesus has been linked with a move to Brazilian side Flamengo but talks have not begun. His old club Palmeiras have also been tipped to make an offer. Copy link Copied By Hot Rod Rodrygo is high up the shortlist of several Premier League clubs, including Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea and Spurs. SunSport's South American football expert Tim Vickery explains why leaving Real Madrid for England could be exactly what he needs. Copy link Copied By Hammers want Vieira West Ham are lining up a shock move for Fabio Vieira, according to reporter Ben Jacobs. The Hammers want to sign two midfielders this summer and they have been linked with the likes of Liverpool's Tyler Morton and Southampton's Matheus Fernandes. But Vieira, who spent last season on loan with Porto, is a shock target. The 25-year-old has played 49 times for Arsenal since his £30m move three years ago. Vieira's contract does not expire until the summer of 2027. Copy link Copied By Xhaka arrives in Sunderland Former Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka and his agent have landed in the North-East to complete a move to Sunderland. Swiss midfielder Xhaka, 32, is set to undergo a medical at the club and put pen to paper on a two-year contract. The Premier League new boys have agreed to pay Bayer Leverkusen £17m, with £13m initially and £4m in add-ons. Xhaka spent seven years at Arsenal before leaving for for Germany in 2023 and firing Leverkusen to a league and cup double the year after. His departure comes despite new boss Erik ten Hag demanding he stays. The ex-Man Utd manager said: "His agent can say whatever he wants. "But this club has already let three important players go, and we won't let any more go. 'Granit is a leader and still has three years left on his contract here. 'It's clear – Granit is a key player, he signed here for five years and still has three years left on his contract. "He's too important to us to let him go." Copy link Copied By On the 'mendi Mikel Arteta was impressed with new signing Martin Zubimendi after the 3-2 win over Newcastle. He said: "Very good. I think the demand that Newcastle put on you, especially in midfield, with the kind of plays and profiles that he had, I think he coped with it with intensity, with the physicality. "He's so smart, he's one step ahead constantly, he can read situations, he can execute at higher speed, whether he has space or not. "And that's not a common thing to have in a player, especially when you're a midfield player." Copy link Copied By Team-mates react to Dowman The comments on Max Dowman's Instagram post after his sensational performance against Newcastle is full of Arsenal stars singing his praises. Declan Rice led the squad by saying alongside a laughing emoji: "15 you know." Jurrien Timber reacted: "Some Playa." Ethan Nwaneri dropped three heart emojis. And David Raya, Gabriel, Riccardo Calafiori, Jakub Kiwior, Myles Lewis-Skelly and Martin Odegaard all liked the post. Copy link Copied By To to Max William Saliba has heaped praise on young guns Max Dowman and Marli Salmon, 15, who are with the squad in Singapore. He said: 'They are unbelievable. 'Of course they are young, we mustn't put pressure on them, but to play the way they play at 15. "I remember when I was 15, I was not playing with the first-team — I was with the U17s. 'We have to protect them and give them support, but of course they are really really good players, and I hope they will help us as soon as possible.' Copy link Copied By Gyokeres 'scary' good William Saliba had little issue coping with Viktor Gyokeres when Arsenal beat Sporting 5-1 in the Champions League in November. But the defender was impressed by the £63.5million man that night. Saliba revealed: 'We know how good he is, how it's scary to play against him. 'When you face a striker who scores goals, you have to be focused, but now he's in our team and he will score for us, so that's good. 'Of course, I'm so happy to have him in my club and I'm sure that he will help us to win games and win trophies.' Copy link Copied By 'Our mindset is to win the Prem' William Saliba is hopeful Arsenal's new signings will make the difference in the title race. He said: 'Every year is different. We have to learn from the last three seasons. "Of course, we are lucky to have a chance to compete in the Premier League again and try to win. "Our mindset is to win the Premier League and we will give everything from the first game. "We have a lot of new players and they will hopefully help us to win this league.' Copy link Copied By Saliba's contract update William Saliba has hinted that he could follow down the same path as centre-back partner Gabriel and pen a new contract. Real Madrid are interested in the Frenchman, who has two years remaining on his current deal. Asked about ongoing extension talks, Saliba said: "Yeah, hopefully. Of course, there is nothing now but there is a good conversation with my agent and the club. Let's see.' Copy link Copied By Matiland-Niles' Prem return Former Arsenal star Ainsley Maitland-Niles is wanted by Everton. Maitland-Niles, 27, is high up David Moyes' summer wishlist due to his Premier League experience. The versatile ace's ability to play in defence and midfield is valued by Everton. He has two years left on his contract at Lyon and he is a key man for them. Maitland-Niles missed just three games in Ligue 1 and the Europa League for the French giants last term. Copy link Copied By Spurs debut for Gyokeres? Mikel Arteta kept his cards close to his chest on whether Viktor Gyokeres will make his debut on Thursday against Tottenham. The boss said: "Well, I think he hasn't had a single training session with the team since the last game with Sporting when they became champions. "So we will assess him tomorrow, he's done all the medicals, everything is looking good. "But to get him up to speed with the right levels of fitness, I think is very important. "So we're not going to stop him, we want him with us as quick as possible, but we'll have to assess and the medical team will do that." Copy link Copied By Watch the NLD Arsenal face Tottenham in a pre-season North London derby in Hong Kong on Thursday afternoon, kick-off at 12:30pm (UK Time). The Gunners are inviting supporters to the Club Level of the Emirates Stadium to watch the game. Doors are going to open at 10:30am and tickets are available on the Copy link Copied By Ramsdale in Toon talks Former Gunners goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale is in talks with Newcastle. Eddie Howe's side are looking at a deal for the Southampton stopper on loan after missing out on Burnley's James Trafford, who looks set to join Man City for £27m. Newcastle are yet to submit an official offer for Ramsdale. Personal terms will not be an issue for them. Ramsdale left the Emirates last summer in a move worth an initial £18m that could rise to £25m if add-ons were reached. Copy link Copied By Barce eye Jesus Robert Lewandowski may be one of the game's greats but at 36, Barcelona know the end is near and are already planning for life after the Polish hitman. The Spanish giants want to keep Lewa for one more season, then go all-out for a new No.9 in summer 2026. Julian Alvarez has been mentioned as a dream target, but the Catalans are casting their net wide. According to reports in Spain , Barca are now tracking Arsenal star Gabriel Jesus — with Spurs, Newcastle, AC Milan and even Brazilian giants Flamengo and Palmeiras also sniffing around the 28-year-old. Copy link Copied By Arsenal handed Eze boost Arsenal's pursuit of Eberechi Eze could be about to get a major boost. Journalist Sacha Tavolieri claims the Eagles are lining up a move for the Foxes star, with the Gunners still keen on Eze, who has a £68million release clause. But Palace may need to move fast — Copy link Copied By Rice targets more goals in major Arsenal boost Declan Rice has vowed to step it up and make a bigger impact in the final third next season. The Since his £105million move from And with Martin Zubimendi and Christian Norgaard arriving, the England ace is set to shift into a more attacking No.8 role instead of sitting deep. Copy link Copied By Arteta told he has a gem in his team Simon Jordan reckons Arsenal have their very own Lamine Yamal in wonderkid Max Dowman. The 15-year-old midfield sensation is already turning heads in North London — and ex-Crystal Palace chief turned talkSPORT pundit Jordan is tipping him for stardom. Dowman trained with the Gunners' first team last season and has now been whisked off on their pre-season tour in Singapore. Copy link Copied By Former Arsenal star heading to the Premier League Granit Xhaka is set for a shock switch to Sunderland — with a £17million deal all but done. The ex-Arsenal skipper has been given the green light by Transfer guru From the Emirates to Wearside Copy link Copied By Calafiori latest Mikel Arteta is sweating over Riccardo Calafiori after the Arsenal new boy limped off in Sunday's 3-2 win over Newcastle. The Italian defender started at centre-back in the Gunners' Singapore friendly but hit the deck early in the second half. He was replaced by Jakub Kiwior after just 49 minutes — and now Arteta is hoping it's nothing serious. Copy link Copied By Saliba fires warning after Gyokeres deal is confirmed WILLIAM SALIBA has warned opposition defenders they will be SCARED facing Viktor Gyokeres this season. The Gunners unveiled their new £63.5m striker in Singapore on Sunday before a 3-2 pre-season victory over Newcastle – won by a late Gyokeres, 27, will fly to Hong Kong with the squad today [TUES] ahead of potentially making his debut against North London rivals Tottenham on Thursday. French centre back Saliba is glad he no longer has to battle Mikel Arteta's latest recruit, having been impressed by the Swede's pace and power during Arsenal's 5-1 win at Sporting Lisbon in last season's Champions League. Gyokeres leaves Portugal with a record of 97 goals in 102 games in all competitions , including 39 goals in 33 games in the Portuguese top flight last term. Saliba said: 'We know how good he is, it's scary to play against him. Of course, I'm so happy to have him in my club, and I'm sure that he will help us to win games and win trophies. 'When you face a striker who scores goals, you have to be focused! But now he's in our team and he will score for us, so that's good.' Copy link Copied By Arteta hints of more to come Viktor Gyokeres has finally arrived, but is there more transfer activity to come from Arsenal. They have been strongly linked with Eberechi Eze, who has a £68m release clause. Mikel Arteta was asked for an update on the club's plans and, as ever, did not give much away. "Let's see,' he said. 'The market is still going on and we'll have to balance out the squad as well. I think we'll be open to see what happens." Copy link Copied By Arsenal star close to joining Fulham Fulham are closing in on a deal to bring Reiss Nelson back to Craven Cottage this summer. The Marco Silva wants him back in white. According to The Athletic, talks over a loan deal with an option to buy are at an advanced stage, with both clubs keen to get it done. A permanent switch hasn't been ruled out either, as Copy link Copied By Arsenal handed Rodrygo boost Arsenal been given a major boost in the race to land Real Madrid star Rodrygo. The Brazilian forward looks to be edging closer to the Bernabeu exit after falling down the pecking order under new boss And now Spanish outlet AS claims Los Blancos are planning a summer clearout… with Rodrygo right at the top of the chopping block. The 23-year-old has long been admired by both With Madrid ready to cash in, the two Premier League giants could be set for a summer showdown. Alonso wants to reshape his squad — and with big names on big wages heading for the door, Rodrygo could be one of the first to go Copy link Copied By Arsenal to turn attention Eze after Viktor Gyokeres Arsenal aren't messing about this summer. Fresh off sealing a blockbuster move for Viktor Gyokeres, the Gunners are now charging full speed ahead for Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze. Boss Mikel Arteta is desperate to land the silky midfielder, and according to The Independent, Arsenal are lining up a rapid £60million bid to get it done fast. To make things even juicier, reports say personal terms are already in the bag — meaning this one's looking more and more like a done deal. Watch this space, Arsenal fans. Copy link Copied 1 …
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
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- The Irish Sun
‘It's a public secret…' – Chelsea star Cole Palmer tipped for shock Man Utd transfer by Sir Alex Ferguson's former coach
CHELSEA STAR Cole Palmer has been tipped for a move to the Red Devils one day by ex-Man Utd coach Rene Meulensteen. The former first-team coach cited Palmer's childhood allegiances to suggest a move back to the North West could be on the cards should he leave Stamford Bridge. 4 Cole Palmer is one of the Premier League's biggest stars through his performances for Chelsea and the England national team Credit: Getty 4 Rene Meulensteen says he would not be surprised to see Palmer in a Man Utd shirt one day Credit: Getty Palmer, 23, was a highly rated prospect at Man City before his move to In conversation with He said: "It's almost a public secret that "What surprised me is how he slipped through the fingers of United with him being at READ MORE ON FOOTBALL "He is a player that can make a difference, could he play for United in the future? Yeah, I can't see why not. "Obviously he's got a long-term contract with Chelsea, but sometimes things don't work out and players and clubs fall out, then United would be interested and it could be a really good destination for him. "He is a United fan after all and he is a player that would bring United back to a higher level." Meulensteen spent six years as a first-team coach under Sir Most read in Football CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS 4 Meulensteen helped coach some of the generation's most iconic players Credit: Getty 4 Palmer was integral to Chelsea's Club World Cup winning performances in the US earlier this month Credit: Getty Palmer notched 18 goals and 14 assists in all competitions for Chelsea last season. This tally includes three goals that helped Chelsea to become Club World Cup champions earlier in July. His performances earned Palmer the Player of the Tournament award - the Golden Ball. Chelsea fans stunned after Cole Palmer spotted riding SCOOTER before PSG clash in New York
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
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‘It's a public secret…' – Chelsea star Cole Palmer tipped for shock Man Utd transfer by Sir Alex Ferguson's former coach
The coach shed light on the impact Palmer could have at Utd Palm reader 'It's a public secret…' – Chelsea star Cole Palmer tipped for shock Man Utd transfer by Sir Alex Ferguson's former coach Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CHELSEA STAR Cole Palmer has been tipped for a move to the Red Devils one day by ex-Man Utd coach Rene Meulensteen. The former first-team coach cited Palmer's childhood allegiances to suggest a move back to the North West could be on the cards should he leave Stamford Bridge. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Cole Palmer is one of the Premier League's biggest stars through his performances for Chelsea and the England national team Credit: Getty 4 Rene Meulensteen says he would not be surprised to see Palmer in a Man Utd shirt one day Credit: Getty Palmer, 23, was a highly rated prospect at Man City before his move to Chelsea in the summer of 2023. In conversation with Grosvenor Sport, Meulensteen opened up on how the England international could still yet end up at Old Trafford. He said: "It's almost a public secret that Cole Palmer is a Manchester United fan. "What surprised me is how he slipped through the fingers of United with him being at Manchester City and then getting his chance at Chelsea. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL Man Utd files Amorim considers shock striker deal as bankrupt legend is given busy schedule "He is a player that can make a difference, could he play for United in the future? Yeah, I can't see why not. "Obviously he's got a long-term contract with Chelsea, but sometimes things don't work out and players and clubs fall out, then United would be interested and it could be a really good destination for him. "He is a United fan after all and he is a player that would bring United back to a higher level." Meulensteen spent six years as a first-team coach under Sir Alex Ferguson until the legendary manager's departure in 2013. CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS 4 Meulensteen helped coach some of the generation's most iconic players Credit: Getty 4 Palmer was integral to Chelsea's Club World Cup winning performances in the US earlier this month Credit: Getty Palmer notched 18 goals and 14 assists in all competitions for Chelsea last season. This tally includes three goals that helped Chelsea to become Club World Cup champions earlier in July. His performances earned Palmer the Player of the Tournament award - the Golden Ball.
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer considers transfer reunion with unemployed former Man Utd star, 24, at Besiktas
OLE GUNNAR SOLSKJAER is considering handing a career lifeline to an unemployed ex-Man Utd star. The former first-team regular has not played for over a year after being released in June 2024 following an unsuccessful loan spell at 3 Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is looking to bring a familiar face to Besiktas Credit: Getty 3 Brandon Williams was handed his Man Utd debut by the Norwegian, but has been without a club for a year Credit: Kenny Ramsay But as the man who handed the player his debut back in 2019, Solskjaer believes he is well placed to relaunch his career at Turkish side Besiktas. After coming through the academy, Brandon Williams made his debut against But the return of Shaw to form in 2021 saw Williams loaned out to Beskitas' deficiencies at the back were brutally exposed in the Europa League yesterday as a brutal counter-attacking display saw visitors Shakhtar Donetsk run out 4-2 winners in Istanbul. READ MORE MAN UTD NEWS In 2023, Williams crashed his Audi in a 99mph horror smash. Then this year, the ex- Sentencing, Judge Eric Lamb said: "There was no reason for driving in the way you did." Chester Crown Court heard the defender was with a female passenger at the time of the crash and was "showing off". Most read in Football She was seen filming him at one point as Williams reached speeds of 99mph with a balloon in his mouth, it was said. He lost control of the Audi A3 before it collided with a blue Ford Fiesta and then smashed into the central reservation. 'You ain't well man' - Rio Ferdinand screams at Wayne Rooney's driving as Man Utd stars reunite for US road trip Three of the occupants of the Fiesta, which was written off, were injured with one saying she "felt she was going to be killed". Should Williams move to Besiktas, he will be reunited with a former team-mate, though not a particularly memorable one. Milot Rashica and Williams played together in the Norwich team that finished bottom of the Premier League in 2022 after Unlike Williams, however, Rashica has managed to rebuild his career, becoming a key man in the Turkish Super Lig with, first, Galatasaray, and, then, Besiktas. Former Chelsea star Tammy Abraham is also in Solskjaer's squad at Besiktas, on loan from Roma. 3
Scottish Sun
10-07-2025
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- Scottish Sun
‘I didn't realise why he talked so much' – Vidic gave Gary Neville same four-word message every morning at Man Utd
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) NEMANJA VIDIC has revealed the four harsh words he would tell Gary Neville every morning at Manchester United. The legendary ex-Man Utd defender pulled no punches in the dressing room with his long-time team-mate ahead of morning training. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Vidic joined Man Utd for £9million in 2006, playing 300 games before his departure to Inter in 2014 Credit: Action Images 4 Neville might now be as recognisable for his career in punditry as he was as a player, hosting Vidic on his show 'The Overlap' - where the comments were revealed Credit: Getty Vidić was speaking on The Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet, when he spoke on his frustrations with Neville's annoying training ground habit. Vidic had recently made the move to England from Russian outfit Spartak Moscow in 2006, and was struggling to adapt to Man Utd's morning training. This discomfort was only made worse by Neville's incessant talking, which drove Vidic to snap back every day. He said: "I did not realise why he was talking all the time when I come in in the morning. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL HEND OF THE ROAD Jordan Henderson rips up Ajax contract and released from deal a year early "He comes in the dressing room and he is like - talking, talking, talking. "I was like - 'Please Gaz, shut up!'" Neville took the story in good spirits, cracking up before confirming: "It's true, every day!" The training ground tension didn't slow the pair down on the pitch. The duo made up half of the back line for one of English footballs greatest dynasties under Sir Alex Ferguson. 4 Vidic and Neville played 79 matches together for the Red Devils Credit: Getty 4 Neville has gone from pitch to screen as a pundit, often forming a presenter partnership with ex-rival Jamie Carragher Credit: The Times CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS United won four Premier League titles during the duo's time at the club, including three in a row between the 06/07 and 08/09 seasons. The Serb would go on to make 300 appearances for the Red Devils, cementing himself as one of the Premier League's best ever centre backs.
