ARSENAL wants to negotiate for Nketiah
According to Foot Mercato, Arsenal could finally facilitate the departure of Eddie Nketiah to Olympique de Marseille. The London leaders would be ready to be more reasonable in the negotiations. The Phocéens must now make a decision, namely whether they wish to relaunch this file.
- Our opinion: OM’s progress on the Elye Wahi case has worried the Gunners, who have renewed contacts with the OM leaders. It remains to be seen what choice Marseille will make.
Eddie Nketiah with Arsenal against Sheffield United in the Premier League, October 28, 2023
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PACHO ARRIVES in Paris
William Pacho is expected to fly to Paris later today, according to Fabrizio Romano. The young Colombian central defender could undergo his medical with PSG this Thursday.
- Our opinion: The transfer price could put enormous pressure on the young player.
ATLético prepares to welcome Julian Alvarez
According to Fabrizio Romano, Atlético Madrid are currently preparing the final documents for the recruitment of Julián Álvarez. The Argentine striker has reportedly reached an agreement with the Colchoneros for a contract that will tie him to the club until June 2029. Manchester City will receive 75 million euros, as well as 20 million euros in bonuses.
- Our opinion: The association with Griezmann is already making us salivate.
ALPHONSO DAVIES TO REAL MADRID
According to As, Bayern Munich are now ready to negotiate with Real Madrid for the transfer of Alphonso Davies. The Canadian international is reportedly waiting to join the Madrid side despite an offer of a contract increase, made by the Bavarians.
- Our opinion: This arrival would be very bad news for Ferland Mendy.
Alphonso Davies is linked with a move to Madrid
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LIVERPOOL ready to pay the price for Zubimendi
According to Relevo, Liverpool would be willing to pay the release clause, set by Real Sociedad at 60 million euros, to sign midfielder Martin Zubimendi. The English leaders could also offer a higher amount, but with different payment methods. It remains to be seen whether the player will want to join the Reds.
- Our opinion: It would not be illogical to see the Reds strengthen their midfield.
Martin Zubimendi, Spain, Euro 2024
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PSG interested in Coman
According to Sky Germany, Bayern Munich would be willing to loan Kingsley Coman, with an option or obligation to buy, during the 2024-25 season. For its part, PSG, the French international winger’s training club, is interested but has not yet made an offer.
- Our opinion: If Coman were to leave Bayern, Paris seems to be the most realistic destination.
SOLANKE WANTS TO JOIN TOTTENHAM
According to Fabrizio Romano, Dominic Solanke has given the green light to Tottenham. Talks are still ongoing between Spurs and Bournemouth to agree a transfer for the English striker.
- Our opinion: Everything seems to indicate that the player will wear the Spurs jersey next season.
Dominic Solanke celebrates during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Bournemouth at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on April 15, 2023 in London, England
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FIRST REFUSAL FOR WAHI
According to Fabrice Hawkins, RC Lens would have rejected the first offer from Olympique de Marseille for Elye Wahi, which was estimated at 20 million euros excluding bonuses. The Blood and Gold would expect at least 30 million euros to part ways with the French striker, recruited for the same amount last summer. If West Ham and Leicester would be interested, the former Montpellier player would only want to join Marseille.
- Our opinion: This file will be linked to Eddie Nketiah.
Elie Wahi
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Still no offer for Sancho
Manchester United have reportedly not received any offers from Paris Saint-Germain for English winger Jadon Sancho. The player is reportedly still on his way out.
- Our opinion: The type of file that is unlocked in the last days of the transfer window.
Jadon Sancho (l.) and Erik ten Hag
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Carboni loaned to OM
After Ismaël Koné, Lilian Brassier, Pierre-Emile Højbjerg, Bamo Meïté, Mason Greenwood and Derek Cornelius, OM has just registered its seventh recruit of the summer transfer window. On Wednesday morning, Marseille announced the arrival of Valentin Carboni, the Argentinian international attacking midfielder. The 19-year-old player is on loan with a purchase option set at around 35 million euros by Inter Milan.
- Our opinion: Very nice move by the Marseille leaders.
Coveted Sildillia
According to Sky Germany, VfL Wolfsburg are trying to get involved in the Sildillia case. The French right-back would nevertheless only like to join Olympique de Marseille, with whom the player has already reached an agreement.
- Our opinion: Marseille should be able to finalize this file after the Paris Olympic Games.
Kiliann Sildillia during the France-Egypt semi-final at the Paris 2024 Olympic tournament
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Zouma in the United Arab Emirates?
According to Foot Mercato, Kurt Zouma, who is tied to West Ham until June 2025, is in high demand by Shabab Al-Ahli (United Arab Emirates). Saudi clubs are also said to have an eye on the former Stéphanois.
- Our opinion: After a great season with the Hammers, it would be a shame to see Kurt Zouma join the United Arab Emirates.
Juventus do not let go of Todibo
While Jean-Clair Todibo has reached an agreement with Juventus, Nice has not been able to reach an agreement with the Bianconeri. According to L’Equipe, a meeting is planned between the two clubs at the end of the week to try to unblock the file. For its part, the Gym is reportedly demanding around 50 million euros to release its defender.
- Our opinion: The amount demanded by OGC Nice risks putting off the Turin leaders.
Jean-Clair Todibo, Nice defender.
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Manchester United vise Fofana
Still according to Sky Germany, Youssouf Fofana is reportedly on Manchester United’s radar. The Red Devils reportedly approached the Monaco midfielder’s entourage in mid-July, without making an offer. For his part, the French international has reached an agreement with AC Milan, but the Lombard club has not yet reached an agreement with ASM, which is demanding around 35 million euros.
- Our opinion: Joining Manchester United would be a superb career progression for Fofana.
ANOTHER GOALKEEPER ARRIVES at OM
According to information from the newspaper L’Équipe, Olympique de Marseille are about to recruit Dutch goalkeeper Jeffrey de Lange from Go Ahead Eagles. A three-year contract awaits the 26-year-old goalkeeper, for whom the Marseille leaders are preparing to pay 2 million euros + bonuses.
- Our opinion: Marseille had to strengthen its goalkeeping position, and that will soon be done.
LOPES FOLLOWED BY STRASBOURG
According to L’Équipe, Anthony Lopes would be Strasbourg’s priority for the goalkeeper position. Thanks to Blueco, the Alsatians could offer him a good salary. OL would be ready to release the Portuguese goalkeeper to facilitate his departure, but Racing must now convince the player.
- Our opinion: Strasbourg seems to have the arguments to convince the Lyon goalkeeper.
Anthony Lopes, OL goalkeeper.
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RICHARLISON Ready to go
According to The Times, Richarlison is set to join the Saudi league this summer. Initially reluctant, the Brazilian striker has reportedly changed his mind. The player is reportedly still on Al-Ahli’s radar.
- Our opinion: Richarlison’s career is taking a very disappointing trajectory.
Richarlison of Tottenham Hotspur celebrates after scoring the second goal for his team during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
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