🚨 Martinelli scores sublime goal as Arsenal thrash Lens, what next for Onana after latest Man Utd nightmare, Bayern want Barca star, Werner transfer update, and more
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Bruno Fernandes scores a screamer, but what next for Andre Onana?
Plus more from Chelsea, Real Madrid and PSG
Arsenal
What a goal this was from Gabriel Martinelli as Arsenal thrashed Lens at the Emirates Stadium last night! This result also means Mikel Arteta’s side have now won their group. FT Arsenal 6-0 Lens [Pictures from TNT Sports]
Bukayo Saka admitted he wasn’t entirely happy with Mikel Arteta’s decision after the game.
Arsenal could make a right-back a priority for 2024, but who is on their list?
Atletico Madrid
Atletico Madrid midfielder Pablo Barrios has suffered a meniscal tear. He’s going to be out injured — based on club decision on surgery or not.
Barcelona
Barcelona are set to offer new deal to Ronald Araujo — it’s one of the priorities. Bayern’s interest is genuine - Thomas Tuchel loves Araujo… but Barca have no intention to enter into talks. He’s untouchable and will be offered a new deal soon.
Barcelona president Joan Laporta: “I’m so happy for Xavi, he deserves it. He really has had to overcome difficult situations, with injured players. There was a lot of joy to see the goals of the Joaos, Pedri running 13km acting as Gavi. Also, with Frenkie we’re unbeatable.”
Bayern Munich
Bayern Munich have a genuine interest in Ronald Araujo, but Barcelona are set to offer him a new deal - it’s one of their priorities. Thomas Tuchel loves the player but Barca have no intention to enter into talks. He’s untouchable and will be offered a new deal soon.
Brighton
Brighton manager Roberto de Zerbi on Ansu Fati injury: “We have lost Ansu for a long time. Same for Lamptey, they will be out for long time.”
Chelsea
Chelsea are prepared to recall Andrey Santos in January as they’re not happy with current situation on loan at Nottingham Forest - more exclusive info from Fabrizio Romano here.
Thiago Silva: “When I got here at Chelsea, it felt like love at first sight - and I’m still very proud to be here. I love seeing my kids playing here, it’s something special - also my wife is here all the time and even wants to be at every away game!”
But could Thiago Silva return to PSG? Jonathan Johnson discusses it in his column here.
Galatasaray
Hakim Ziyech couldn’t believe his luck here as Andre Onana gifted him another goal - how worrying is the Manchester United goalkeeper’s form? FT Galatasaray 3-3 Manchester United [Pictures from TNT Sports]
Manchester United
What next for Andre Onana after another poor performance last night? Fabrizio Romano offers his take here.
Still, before Man United surrendered their lead, WHAT a strike this was by Bruno Fernandes! Was it his best in a United shirt? FT Galatasaray 3-3 Manchester United [Pictures from TNT Sports]
Antonio Silva remains a player firmly on United’s list for 2024 - full details in Fabrizio Romano’s column here.
Timo Werner’s situation is open for January, but will Man Utd definitely move?
Erik ten Hag after the draw with Galatasaray: “I am responsible for this. This is a project. We are going forward and making improvements so that's very hopeful. We are going in the right direction so I know where we have to go and the steps we take will make us successful in the long term. I am sure we will be successful in the long-term but to stay in the Champions League, we have to win the next game.”
Focusing on his summer signing up front, Ten Hag said: “I’m happy with Rasmus Hojlund and very confident. No doubts. He did magnificent in UCL so far. As a young player, you’re playing your first season in the Champions League, you already net five times and he’s so eager to score even more…”
Jamie Carragher believes this Man United signing was a “terrible buy”
Monaco
Nice
Nottingham Forest
Why did Steve Cooper not find room for on-loan Chelsea youngster Andrey Santos? Fabrizio Romano’s latest info here.
PSG
RB Leipzig
Lois Openda is being scouted and dreams of playing in the Premier League - more info from Fabrizio Romano in his column here.
Real Madrid
Jude Bellingham was on fire for Real Madrid again last night with another goal, but was this assist for Joselu even better? FT Real Madrid 4-2 Napoli [Pictures from TNT Sports]
Nico Paz after scoring his first goal for Real Madrid: “A dream come true. The entire team and staff has congratulated me. We are an incredible group.”
Carlo Ancelotti after being asked again about Brazil and Real Madrid: “I feel very comfortable in Madrid. In the future then what will happen will happen. I’m not in any hurry, I’m very happy here.”
Sevilla
Sergio Ramos has equalled Roberto Carlos and Gerard Pique as the defenders with the most Champions League goals after scoring for the 16th time in the competition last night.
Sporting Lisbon
Viktor Gyokeres is absolutely flying in his first season at Sporting, scoring 13 goals in 13 starts. Sporting are more than happy with their record €24m investment made to sign him from Coventry in the summer. Multiple top clubs are now keeping a close eye on Gyokeres for the future.
This Sporting Lisbon player was in a serious car crash but thankfully unharmed!
Tottenham
Tottenham are not currently open to letting Pierre Emile Hojbjerg leave on loan in January, despite links with Juventus and Ajax. Spurs already rejected loan proposal from Atleti on summer Deadline Day and their stance remains the same — no loan.