Arsenal is eager to acquire Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon ahead of interest from Liverpool and Manchester United. Meanwhile, scouts from clubs like Chelsea, Manchester City, Manchester United, and Paris Saint-Germain were present to observe three promising Racing Genk talents in action on Thursday. Stay tuned for the latest updates on transfers and rumors worldwide.
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TRENDING RUMORS
– Belgian team Racing Genk played to a 3-3 draw against Dinamo Zagreb in the Europa League on Thursday, attracting the attention of 23 scouts from top European clubs, according to Belgian source Sporza. although 18-year-old midfielder Konstantinos Karetsas being sidelined due to injury, Zakaria El Ouahdi (24), Yaimar Medina (21), and Matte Smets (22) caught the eye of Chelsea, Ajax, Manchester City, Manchester United, Newcastle, Napoli, Borussia Dortmund, and PSG.
– Arsenal appears to be in front of Liverpool and Manchester United in the pursuit of Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon, as reported by The Sun. The Gunners believe the 25-year-old would prefer a move to London, with an estimated fee of around £75 million expected to suffice, despite Newcastle demanding £95 million for the England international. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has long been a fan of Gordon, although his signing might lead to the departure of Brazilian winger Gabriel Martinelli.
– Liverpool and Chelsea are showing significant interest in Nottingham Forest center-back Murillo, according to TEAMtalk. A move this summer for the 23-year-old becomes increasingly likely should an offer exceeding £60 million be made. Chelsea leads the pursuit, having undertaken extensive preparations over the past year, while Manchester United has recently expressed interest. Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur are also keeping tabs, with Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona previously linked.
– Dusan Vlahovic is keen on a transfer to Barcelona, as the Juventus striker is set to become a free agent when his contract expires this summer, according to TEAMtalk. Negotiations for a contract renewal have stalled repeatedly, despite the 26-year-old maintaining a good rapport with the Serie A club. so, there is considerable interest in the Serbian international, with Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, AC Milan, Bayern Munich, Atletico Madrid, Real Madrid, Inter, and Roma all linked.
– Victor Osimhen is eager to join Juventus, but negotiations are tricky as Galatasaray would incur a penalty of up to €70 million if they sell the Nigerian striker to a Serie A club, according to Gazzetta dello Sport. This clause lasts for two years and would decrease to €50 million in the second year, but it currently makes signing the 27-year-old an “impossible dream” for Juve.
EXPERT TAKE
ESPN’s Sam Tighe discusses a potential move to Arsenal for Newcastle’s Anthony Gordon.
The left wing is a clear target for Arsenal in this transfer window. Gabriel Martinelli has struggled to progress, and while Leandro Trossard is a solid option, he doesn’t possess that game-changing quality. Manager Mikel Arteta seems to prefer Ebere Eze as a central attacking midfielder rather than as a wide player.
Targeting a top-tier player in this position could significantly enhance the team, and Gordon arguably fits that profile. He has netted 10 Champions League goals this season, regularly features for England, and possesses remarkable speed, having reached 36.1 km/h this term, a figure that surpasses all others in the Premier League.
The concern, naturally, lies with the transfer fee. Very few players transferred between English clubs for £50 million or more this season have proven to be good value so far, and asking £75 million or more elevates the expectations further. Gordon would need to be exceptional to justify such an expenditure.
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– Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann is close to joining MLS team Orlando City. (L’Equipe)
– Manchester City’s Rodri is the midfielder Real Madrid aims to acquire this summer. The club will assess Rodri’s physical condition until the end of the season, with City likely anticipating a fee around €50 million. (Ramon Alvarez de Mon)
– Newcastle is exploring options for Brighton & Hove Albion goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen and Manchester City’s James Trafford as a long-term successor to Nick Pope. (iNews)
– Aston Villa and Fulham are among the Premier League clubs keen on Manchester United attacking midfielder Mason Mount. (Football Insider)
– Napoli is set to activate the €16.5 million option in their loan agreement to permanently sign Alisson Santos from Sporting CP. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
– Chelsea is open to allowing Liam Delap to leave, with Everton among the Premier League clubs interested in the striker. (Football Insider)
– Borussia Dortmund and a Saudi Pro League club have sought information on Benjamin Pavard, as the French defender is no longer in the plans of Internazionale or loan club Marseille. (Nicolo Schira)
– Juventus is already considering options to offload Jonathan David this summer after being dissatisfied with the striker’s performances. (Nicolo Schira)
– Backup goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili is contemplating requesting a loan departure from Liverpool this summer. (TEAMtalk)
– Newcastle United is interested in Wolverhampton Wanderers left-back Hugo Bueno after being approached by his agent. (Football Insider)
– AC Milan is open to offers for left-back Pervis Estupinan, amidst interest from Bologna, LaLiga, and the Premier League. (Calciomercato)
– Newcastle United is keeping an eye on 21-year-old Royale Union Saint-Gilloise winger Anan Khalaili. (Daily Mail)
– Two Premier League clubs are monitoring Club Brugge midfielder Aleksandar Stankovic, though the 20-year-old dreams of Internazionale activating their clause to re-sign him. (Nicolo Schira)
– Michail Antonio is set to sign a short-term agreement with Qatar Stars League club Al Sailiya to play the last six matches of their season. (BBC)
– Several clubs are aiming to sign Mauro Icardi as a free agent this summer, but the striker’s agent plans to meet with Galatasaray in April to determine his future. (Nicolo Schira)
– Lens and some English clubs are assessing Al Fayha forward Fashion Sakala, who will become a free agent this summer. (Rudy Galetti)
– Former West Ham center-back Kurt Zouma is in advanced discussions to join UAE Pro League side Al Wasl on a free transfer. (Fabrizio Romano)
