🚨 HUGE Mohamed Salah update, Man Utd could land big name under Sir Jim Ratcliffe, and could this Bundesliga goal machine be set for the Premier League?
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Today’s top stories:
Arsenal
Douglas Luiz is still admired by Arsenal - full details here.
And what about those links with Jamie Bynoe-Gittens? All you need to know here.
Eddie Nketiah: “I signed new deal at Arsenal as I love the club. London’s home... but I’ve been an Arsenal fan all my life and that played a big part. Talking to the manager and the plans he had for me… I knew I wanted to learn, develop, help.”
📰 Newcastle are interested in Emile Smith Rowe ahead of January (Mirror)
Augsburg
Official: Augsburg have appointed Jess Thorup as their new head coach.
Barcelona
On this day in 2004, Lionel Messi made his La Liga debut for Barcelona - any excuse to show this insane free-kick against Liverpool! [Pictures courtesy of BT Sport]
Joao Felix: “As you can see, I am happy where I am — at Barcelona. I feel good, confident… and I feel that I am going through a good time.”
Barcelona have sent their scouts to watch this impressive young talent - more info here.
Borussia Dortmund
Chelsea
Chelsea feel their investment on Kendry Paez is excellent piece of business. 2007 born gem breaking records while Chelsea signed him in March for package worth up to €20m only in case future add-ons will be activated - more info here.
Trevoh Chalobah and Chelsea both feel it would be best to part ways in January - more info here.
Noni Madueke: “I definitely back myself. It’s just a matter of time before things click. I’ve just got to get my head down and work hard, I’ve got the ability and talent to do well, I’m sure…One thing I’ve got to add to my game is the easier goals, the one-touch goals – that’s what I’m trying to improve.”
Inter Milan
Juventus
Adrien Rabiot on his contract expiring in June 2024: “We will see what happens but I’m very happy with my situation at Juventus and France, that’s crucial. I decided to stay last summer as I feel very good at Juventus, it was also key for the Euros.”
Juventus director Cristiano Giuntoli: “We have to protect our manager Allegri as we want to support him. I’m still surprised by his passion and dedication every day like he was on his first day as coach.”
Juve could be in the mix for one of Europe’s biggest talents - full info here.
Juventus are advancing to final stages in order to extend Federico Gatti's contract until June 2028. Talks are ongoing and proceeding fast. Gatti only wants to stay, Juventus are happy with his performances.
Leicester City
Surely goal of the night by Leicester City’s Yunus Akgun for Turkey as they secured qualification for Euro 2024! [Pictures courtesy of TRT1]
Liverpool
The Mohamed Salah to Saudi Arabia saga may not be over yet - full details here.
Manchester United
Sheikh Jassim believes he would have been the dream owner for Man United. Fully cash bid, clearing all old debt, with zero new debt, for 100% of the club. He is the only bidder who has offered to buy 100% of Manchester United. Investment package was worth more than $8bn.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe is expected to have control of football/sporting operations once vote of 25% minority stake will be confirmed. Key days ahead for Manchester United future as process will enter final stage.
Manchester United Supporters Trust statement on Sheikh Jassim leaving the process: “It would be wildly optimistic to think Glazers are acting in the interests of supporters or are making ownership decisions which don’t centre on their own priorities. We call upon all parties to put Man Utd interests before their own interests. If the reports are true regarding INEOS obtaining a 25% stake in our club there are a number of questions which need clarity before supporters can make any judgement on its merits.”
Could this big name sporting director be in brought in by Sir Jim at Manchester United?
Could Man Utd be set to raid Inter Milan again? More info here.
Norway
Norway can now only qualify for Euro2024 through the Nations League playoffs… otherwise they will be out. Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard are yet to feature in any major international competition.
PSG
📰 Paris Saint-Germain will offer Kylian Mbappe a new contract this week, possibly with a low release clause (Sport)
Rangers
Philippe Clement, new Rangers manager: “I am hugely excited by this chance to achieve success at one of Europe’s most iconic clubs across four competitions in what remains of this season and beyond. We set out together to create a successful, winning Rangers.”
RB Leipzig
RB Leipzig gem Benjamin Sesko is flying with Slovenia at the moment, with 8 goals in his last 11 international matches and 5 goal involvements in last 2 Euro qualifiers.
Stuttgart
Could Serhou Guirassy be on the move after his superb start for Stuttgart this season? More here.
Guirassy is a seriously clinical finisher - would you want him at your club? [Pictures courtesy of Bundesliga/YouTube]
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