Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta may not be happy with Andrea Berta’s transfer talks to offload a “sensational talent”, with the Gunners believed to be locked in exit discussions after a meeting in the last 48 hours.
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Fresh off a solid start to their Premier League campaign with a 1-0 win over Man United at Old Trafford, Arteta could still see a host of deals conducted at the Emirates Stadium ahead of deadline day on September 1.
Arsenal manager MikelArtetaduring a lap of appreciation after the match
Unfortunately for the supporters who wanted to see Crystal Palace playmaker Eberechi Eze link up with Arteta, that dream appears to be on the verge of collapsing.
Tottenham have verbally agreed a deal for Eze after Arsenal’s reported hesitation to move for the England international, with the club apparently deciding not to move, partly due to their desire for Ethan Nwaneri to get more minutes this season (talkSPORT).
Meanwhile, it is now believed that winger Leandro Trossard is on the verge of signing a brand-new deal at Arsenal, following previous reports that Berta could move for another left-winger if the Belgian leaves.
Given he is set for a salary increase, but the actual length of his deal hasn’t changed, it is unclear exactly what Arsenal’s plans are for the long-term when it comes to bringing in an eventual replacement for the 30-year-old.
However, in the meantime, Arsenal’s focus could be purely focused on outgoing transfers.
Fabio Vieira, Karl Hein, Albert Sambi Lokonga, Reiss Nelson, Oleksandr Zinchenko and Jakub Kiwior have all been linked with moves away from N5 in the last few weeks.
Stuttgart remain in lengthy talks for Vieira, which now centre around the possibility of a loan deal that includes an obligation to buy for £17 million, dependent on certain conditions.
Zinchenko has attracted interest from Italy and Turkey, with some reports suggesting that the Ukraine international has already discussed a move to Fenerbache with José Mourinho (Sabah).
Arsenal in talks to offload with FC Porto to offload Jakub Kiwior
According to GiveMeSport, following a meeting on Monday with FC Porto, Arsenal are also locked in talks over letting Jakub Kiwior depart for the Primeira Liga on loan.
The Poland international deputised brilliantly for the injured Gabriel at the back end of 2024/2025, impressing with some solid performances, but Kiwior is firmly a squad player under Arteta.
GMS report that Porto are pushing to sign Kiwior on a temporary deal, including an obligation to buy for 2026, with the major obstacle in negotiations believed to be the 25-year-old’s wages.
Francesco Farioli’s side want Arsenal to cover the majority of his salary before agreeing a move. It is interesting to note that, given just how highly Arteta rates the player, the Spaniard may not be keen to lose a reliable member of his squad.
Kiwior has also been called a “sensational talent” during his time in N5, but Portugal could now be beckoning.
Napoli head coach Antonio Conte has claimed that his side are not a well-oiled machine after they registered a slender 3-2 win over Pisa in Serie A last night. Although Gli Azzuri sit comfortably at the top of the league table having won all four of their games, such a statement from the Serie A winner comes as a shock after their latest win.
Napoli bounce back from Man City defeat
Ever since kickstarting their season in late August, Napoli have played five games across the Serie A and the Champions League, and the only defeat has come against Manchester City in their continental opener last week. At such a juncture, after losing 2-0 to Pep Guardiola's side, Gli Azzuri regained their momentum with a 3-2 win over Pisa, a game where they conceded a late goal to project the scoreline as a narrow one.
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While they started the game against Pisa with a lead in the first half thanks to Billy Gilmour, the visitors equalised in the 60th minute through a spot kick. Conte's side scored two more goals in the 73rd and 82nd minutes through Leonardo Spinazzola and new signing Lorenzo Lucca, respectively. However, a late goal from Pisa's Lorran reduced the margin.
Conte argued the display shows his team will struggle to compete for every title this season after claiming the Scudetto by a slim margin last term.
"When I say calm and preach caution, I mean it for this reason: we, unlike others, don't have a well-oiled squad to play a season with various commitments like the Champions League, Coppa Italia, and Supercoppa," he said. "Players come from different backgrounds and have the Scudetto on their shirts: you play with high expectations. We, unlike others, have to work on the pitch to grow and level up, but sometimes you don't have time and experience is gained slowly. When I hear talk of a big transfer window, well, that's another story."
Conte stresses Napoli not 'used to this'
Conte has also claimed that Napoli will need time to adapt to such a hectic schedule, where they are playing in numerous competitions, as the players will undergo significant physical and mental stress, which they are not accustomed to. He said: "Other clubs are systematically in Europe and therefore used to this, we are not, and inevitably playing every three or four days brings physical and mental stress that some of these players aren’t accustomed to."
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Napoli will resume action on September 28, when they face third-placed AC Milan in Serie A.
In an unexpected move, Manchester City have now reportedly emerged as contenders to sign a young Chelsea starlet who Enzo Maresca is keen to keep hold of.
Man City in talks to sell Ederson
It looks set to be the late show at the Etihad this month as Pep Guardiola aims to strengthen his side one final time in the summer transfer window. That show is unlikely to go on without sacrifice, however, and whilst names such as Gianluigi Donnarumma have emerged on City’s radar, it looks as though Ederson could be heading for the exit door.
Ederson will go down as one of the most important signings of the Guardiola era, but his time now looks as though it’s coming to an end. Whether there’s time for all of the parts to move into place for the Brazilian to become a Galatasaray player and Donnarumma to join Manchester City remains to be seen, however.
Guardiola had his say on the future of both Ederson and winger Savinho in the build-up to the Wolverhampton Wanderers game – saying: “Ederson didn’t come to me and said he wanted to leave or he has an offer. All the players here are our players and I want them. What’s going to happen in three weeks, nobody knows.”
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Of course, the Donnarumma and Ederson saga isn’t the only one to watch, either. Manchester City have also reportedly set their sights on an unexpected move to deal Chelsea a frustrating blow this summer.
Man City interested in Acheampong
As reported by The Guardian, Manchester City are now surprise contenders to sign Josh Acheampong from Chelsea, although Enzo Maresca is keen to keep hold of the young defender.
Of course, there have been plenty who have featured for both clubs in the past, with Mateo Kovavic and Marcus Betinelli the most recent examples. But Chelsea will be keen to ensure that Acheampong doesn’t follow suit. In a packed dressing room, there’s still a place for the 19-year-old right-back who has already earned the praise of Maresca.
Chelsea's Tyrique George celebrates scoring their third goal withJoshAcheampong
The Chelsea boss told reporters: “But the one that I fell in love with is Josh Acheampong because for me potentially he can be fantastic player, a top player for this club, and for football in general.
“A good player shows you they can play in different position and do good. He was a full back, good, midfielder, good, central defender, good, so it’s not about ‘I play in that position or in that position’ — if you are a good player you can be in different positions.”
What will be music to Maresca’s ears is that Acheampong is under contract until 2029, which should leave those at Stamford Bridge in a strong position to keep hold of their versatile gem.
SA and Victoria will compete for the Dean Jones Trophy after the tournament was renamed earlier this season
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Nathan McSweeney was a 12-year-old Queenslander when his recently-adopted South Australia last won the domestic one-day cricket competition.McSweeney remembers watching on television when SA captured the trophy in 2011-12 amid drama. Scores in the final against Tasmania were tied but SA was deemed the winner as they finished above the Tasmanians during the preliminary rounds.Related
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South Australia haven’t won the one-day trophy since. But McSweeney hopes to end the state’s drought when hosting Victoria at Adelaide Oval on Saturday for the freshly-named Dean Jones Trophy.”We all know that it has been a long time since we have been able to win something,” McSweeney told reporters on Friday. “So it would be special if we could do it. Our preparation this week has been elite so hopefully it translates to some good performances.”SA also hold top position with two rounds remaining in the Sheffield Shield. The state hasn’t won the four-day competition since 1995-96.”We haven’t had the success we would have like over the last few years,” McSweeney said. “But at the start of the year, this is exactly where we wanted to be, so everyone is super excited.”And hopefully our best cricket is to come. We have got an obviously very important game tomorrow and hopefully a couple more shield games to finish the year.”In the one-day competition, both SA and Victoria won four games, with McSweeney’s side banking three bonus point triumphs to secure hosting rights.The states met only once, when ex-Victorian Mackenzie Harvey blasted an unbeaten 136 to lead SA to victory. Harvey, who shifted to Adelaide when cut from Victoria’s contracted player list at the end of last season, went on to top the run-scorer’s list in the tournament, with 311 at an average of 62.20.”He has been elite for us,” McSweeney said of the 24-year-old. “He is batting beautifully, knows the bowlers really well being from Victoria – hopefully he has got another good knock in him.”The cup competition was this season re-named the Dean Jones Trophy after the batting legend who died in 2020.”Dean Jones obviously played a lot for Victoria and did so much for Victorian cricket,” Victorian captain Will Sutherland said. “It is sad that Dean has passed away but I am sure a lot of the boys, and I, had a little bit to do with him – a superstar. And it just makes it extra special that it is named after him.”The player of the final will be awarded the Michael Bevan medal for the first time. South Australia allrounder Liam Scott was named the tournament’s player of the year earlier this week.One-Day Cup final squdsSouth Australia Nathan McSweeney (capt), Jordan Buckingham, Brendan Doggett, Daniel Drew, Mackenzie Harvey, Jake Lehmann, Ben Manenti, Nathan McAndrew, Harry Nielsen, Lloyd Pope, Jason Sangha, Liam Scott, Henry ThorntonVictoria Will Sutherland (capt), Scott Boland, Harry Dixon, Sam Elliott, Peter Handscomb, Sam Harper, Marcus Harris, Campbell Kellaway, Todd Murphy, Fergus O’Neill, Ollie Peake, Tom Rogers, Peter Siddle
The summer transfer window has been a turbulent one for Newcastle United.
Having worked tirelessly to strengthen multiple areas of the squad, the Magpies remain under pressure to solve their most glaring issue: the centre-forward position.
After a protracted saga with Alexander Isak, Newcastle have found themselves scrambling for solutions.
The opening two fixtures highlighted the depth of this crisis. Despite playing well against Aston Villa and Liverpool, Newcastle lacked a clinical edge.
The situation was made worse when makeshift striker Anthony Gordon was sent off against the Reds, leaving 22-year-old William Osula as the only recognised forward.
For a club intent on challenging at the top end of the Premier League, such frailty up front was unsustainable. That urgency forced Newcastle’s hand.
Out of nowhere, a £69m deal was struck with Stuttgart for Nick Woltemade, the towering 23-year-old who had impressed in the Bundesliga and at the European U21 Championships.
Bayern Munich had bids rejected for the forward earlier in the summer, but conversations with Eddie Howe convinced him that his future lay on Tyneside.
Now in a race against time to complete his medical and join the squad for Saturday’s clash with Leeds, Woltemade has the potential to be transformative.
Yet Newcastle’s ambitions do not stop with the German international.
Reports in Italy suggest the club tested the waters for one of Europe’s most decorated strikers – though the answer was swift and emphatic.
Newcastle make move for top-level striker
According to Calcio Mercato, Newcastle made an audacious approach to the camp of Lautaro Martínez, Inter Milan’s talismanic striker.
Inter Milan'sLautaroMartinez applauds their fans
The response, however, was one of firm rejection. Alejandro Camaño, the Argentine’s agent, did not return the Magpies’ call – a clear indication that Martínez’s focus remains solely on the Nerazzurri.
The refusal is hardly surprising.
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Martínez is not only Inter’s captain but also he is a player adored by supporters and widely considered indispensable.
Podcaster Angelo Valdes recently described him as “the best No. 9 in the world,” a sentiment shared by many who have watched his rise since arriving in Serie A.
The timing of Newcastle’s approach is also telling.
Inter are still recovering from a bruising campaign in which they lost the Serie A title to Antonio Conte’s Napoli on the final day and fell to a humbling 5-0 defeat against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final.
Letting go of their most consistent goal threat was never a realistic proposition, particularly given his contract security and market value of around €95 (£90m) million.
Strong interest remains in Wolves’ Jørgen Strand Larsen and Brentford’s Yoane Wissa, though both clubs have shut the door firmly this summer.
In that context, the dream of pairing Woltemade with Martínez might have seemed appealing – but in reality, it was always a step too far.
Why Woltemade would have thrived with Lautaro
While the Argentine international may be out of reach, Newcastle’s recruitment of Woltemade still provides intriguing possibilities.
Standing at 1.98m, the German forward offers a physical presence that contrasts with Martínez’s dynamism and low centre of gravity.
Both, however, are effective in their own right, and a comparison of their output last season reveals the distinct qualities they could bring to a top-level side.
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Assists
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31
Progressive Passes
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Martínez’s pedigree is undisputed. At 28, he boasts 70 international caps for Argentina, with a World Cup winner’s medal from Qatar 2022.
Across 336 appearances for Inter Milan, he has delivered 154 goals and 51 assists – a record that speaks volumes about his consistency.
Statistically, Martínez excels in areas beyond pure goalscoring.
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He averaged 2.39 progressive passes per 90 and 2.70 shot-creating actions, while his defensive contribution – 1.05 tackles per 90 – illustrates his work rate out of possession.
He is not the archetypal penalty-box poacher but a complete forward capable of linking play and setting the tone with his pressing. By contrast, Woltemade is still carving out his identity.
His 12 goals in 28 Bundesliga appearances for Stuttgart last season marked a breakthrough, and his performances at the U21 European Championships confirmed him as one of Germany’s most promising attacking talents.
His statistical profile highlights his potential versatility: 1.72 progressive carries per 90, 2.89 progressive passes, and an eye-catching 4.38 shot-creating actions.
His 50% shot-on-target rate was also superior to Martínez’s, suggesting efficiency when chances came his way. The differences extend to physicality and style.
Where Martínez relies on sharp movement and explosive bursts in the box, Woltemade thrives on aerial duels, hold-up play, and the ability to bring others into the game.
At nearly two metres tall, he offers a target-man option that Newcastle have lacked, particularly useful when matches become attritional.
His weakness, however, lies in defensive contribution – registering just 0.56 tackles per 90 compared to Martínez’s 1.05.
For Howe, this presents both challenges and opportunities.
Integrating a young striker into the Premier League is no easy task, but Woltemade’s profile complements Newcastle’s existing attacking talent.
Newcastle duo Harvey Barnes and Jacob Murphy
Should Isak depart – as appears inevitable – a partnership between Woltemade and another dynamic forward could provide the balance required to keep Newcastle competitive domestically and in Europe.
What this episode ultimately reveals is Newcastle’s growing ambition. Contacting the representative of one of the world’s premier strikers may have ended in rejection, but it signals intent.
Coupled with the acquisition of Woltemade, alongside earlier arrivals such as Jacob Ramsey, Malick Thiaw, Aaron Ramsdale, and Anthony Elanga, the Magpies are determined to push forward despite setbacks.
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James Anderson wants to play in the Hundred this summer and has registered his name for next week’s draft, ESPNcricinfo has learned.Anderson has not played professionally since his final Test appearance against West Indies last July and has been working for England as a consultant coach this winter, including at the Champions Trophy. But he signed a one-year contract with Lancashire in January to cover the 2025 season, and is now eyeing a first appearance in the Hundred.It is nearly six years since Anderson played white-ball cricket, and over a decade since his most recent T20 appearance, but he hopes to play in the T20 Blast for Lancashire this year. Anderson has entered the draft – which will be held on March 12 – without a reserve price and could still feature in the Hundred as a wildcard or injury replacement if he does not find a suitor.Related
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The batch of balls used in the Hundred last summer moved prodigiously off the seam and through the air, prompting Anderson to say at the time: “Watching the Hundred this year, seeing the ball swing around, it makes me feel like I could do a job there.” He even registered for December’s IPL auction, though went unsold.Anderson will turn 43 shortly before the Hundred starts on August 5, and would become the tournament’s second-oldest player after Imran Tahir (in 2022) if he plays this year. Michael Hogan and Wayne Madsen have previously appeared in the Hundred in their 40s, and Faf du Plessis will be 41 when he plays for Southern Brave this season.More than 300 male overseas players have registered for the draft and will be competing for 10 spots across the men’s Hundred teams, with 14 already retained or recruited directly. There are availability doubts for most active international players due to clashes with bilateral series, while a two-week clash with Caribbean Premier League will rule most West Indies players out of contention.Glenn Maxwell, Nathan Ellis and Josh Inglis are among the Australians to register for the draft despite a looming clash with a white-ball series against South Africa in August, while David Warner – who has retired from international cricket – has also signed up. New Zealand’s players are expected to be available for the majority of the Hundred, with Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell and Rachin Ravindra all registered for the draft.Noor Ahmad has entered the draft with a £200,000 reserve price•SA 20
Noor Ahmad, the Afghanistan spinner, has signed up with a reserve price of £200,000, the Hundred’s highest salary. He is expected to sign for Manchester Originals, having played for their new co-owners RPSG Group’s SA20 team (Durban Super Giants) earlier this year. London Spirit have the first pick of the draft, and are thought to be interested in signing Jamie Overton after he left Originals.Jason Roy and Dawid Malan are among the domestic players who have entered the draft with a reserve price, and may consider playing overseas if they are not picked up. Mark Wood, who is yet to play in the Hundred, has a £200,000 reserve price and is only likely to feature in the tournament as a late replacement.Other recent England internationals expected to attract interest include Rehan Ahmed, Zak Crawley, George Garton, Lewis Gregory, Dan Lawrence, David Payne, Reece Topley, David Willey and Luke Wood. Several recent England Under-19 internationals also feature in the longlist, including Rocky Flintoff, Ben McKinney, Harry Moore and Archie Vaughan.The ECB confirmed last week that Jamie Smith and Chris Woakes will be the designated ‘central contract’ players at London Spirit and Welsh Fire respectively this year, as revealed by ESPNcricinfo. Both players have previously turned out for Birmingham Phoenix.
تلقى بيب جوارديولا مدرب مانشستر سيتي دفعة قوية حيث يستعد الفريق لمواجهة إيفرتون، مع استئناف منافسات الدوري الإنجليزي الممتاز.
وكان مانشستر سيتي قد حقق الفوز على برينتفورد بهدف نظيف قبل فترة التوقف الدولي، وقد سجل الهدف النرويجي إيرلينج هالاند وأصبح السيتيزن يحتل المركز الخامس خلال سبع مباريات.
وكان جوارديولا قد افتقد العديد من اللاعبين لمساعدة مانشستر سيتي، ومن بينهم النجم المصري عمر مرموش الذي تعرض لإصابة في تصفيات إفريقيا المؤهلة لكأس العالم 2026.
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ووفقاً للصحفي “جاك جوجان” فقد نشر عبر منصة “إكس”: “عاد عمر مرموش وريان آيت نوري إلى تدريب مانشستر سيتي الجماعي اليوم ولن يشارك رودري”.
وستشكل عودة عمر مرموش دفعة قوية لمانشستر سيتي، وكان قد غاب عن الملاعب منذ فترة التوقف الدولي الأخيرة ولم يشارك في مباريات ضد نابولي وآرسنال وموناكو.
أما ريان آيت نوري فقد غاب لفترة أطول منذ نهاية أغسطس، وقد منحت إصابة اللاعب الجزائري الفرصة لنيكو أوريلي للتألق والانضمام لمنتخب إنجلترا.
Juventus are looking to sell Dusan Vlahovic in January, and the Premier League is calling. Manchester United and Chelsea are weighing up winter bids for the Serbian striker, while Bayern Munich reportedly see him as a long-term replacement for Harry Kane, creating a fascinating transfer battle.
Vlahovic's days are numbered at Juventus
Vlahovic has become a major target for several of Europe's top clubs, with United and Chelsea reportedly considering a January move, while Bayern are monitoring the Serbian as a potential long-term successor to Kane. According to , Juventus are keen to sell the forward in the winter window after a major contract standoff saga that ignited the summer transfer window.
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Juventus are reportedly eager to facilitate a January departure for Vlahovic to avoid losing him on a cut-price deal or for free as his contract enters its final 18 months. The 25-year-old’s deal expires in June 2026, and his salary, which has reportedly risen to €12 million (£10m/$14m) per season, is a significant financial burden for the Turin club. The summer arrivals of Jonathan David and Lois Openda have pushed Vlahovic into a substitute role under coach Igor Tudor, making a sale a logical step for the club's management.
Premier League giants considering winter move
Despite his reduced role, Vlahovic has been in potent form, making him an attractive option for Premier League clubs seeking firepower. United and Chelsea are understood to be weighing up winter offers to pre-empt a wider bidding war next summer. Vlahovic has thrived as an impact substitute, scoring crucial goals against Parma and Genoa, and recently netted a brace in just 30 minutes to rescue a 4-4 draw against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League.
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What is Bayern Munich's interest?
Meanwhile, in Germany, the podcast reports that Vlahovic is back "on the list" for Bayern. The Bundesliga champions were interested in the striker in 2023 before signing Kane and reportedly view Vlahovic as a potential replacement for the England captain in the future. While Bayern are unlikely to make a January move, they could easily afford his wage demands and consider his profile to be a good fit for the club.
O Palmeiras treinou na tarde desta sexta-feira (9), na Academia de Futebol, e seguiu a preparação para o clássico com o São Paulo, no domingo (11), às 16h, no Morumbi, pela 10ª rodada do Campeonato Brasileiro. O atacante Dudu projetou o Choque-Rei e comemorou a marca de 100 assistências pelo Verdão alcançada no último domingo (4), na partida diante do Coritiba, já de olho em atingir nova meta: cem gols.
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– Difícil jogar contra o São Paulo no Morumbi, tenho certeza de que a torcida deles vai apoiar bastante o time deles. Temos o nosso desejo, nosso foco dentro do campeonato, que é conquistar sempre os três pontos. Estamos em uma batida boa no Brasileiro, precisamos somar pontos e continuar na briga pelas primeiras colocações. Tenho certeza de que domingo poderemos fazer um grande jogo e, se Deus quiser, conseguir a vitória. O time deles também vem bem, trocou de treinador recentemente, se ajustou. Esperamos fazer um bom jogo domingo – disse Dudu.
– Poucos jogadores no Brasil conseguiram atingir 100 assistências, então fico muito feliz. Ainda me cobro para fazer mais gols, mas sabemos que tudo tem seu momento certo. Assistência é importante, estou ajudando o time seja com gols ou assistências. Feliz em bater essa marca, agora vamos em busca dos cem gols também. O mais importante é que o time está jogando bem, vencendo, estamos bem nas competições. Esperamos que no final do ano possamos estar comemorando títulos.
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Ainda, o camisa 7 falou sobre a noite mágica do Palmeiras no Allianz Parque na última quarta-feira (7), em que o Alviverde venceu o Barcelona-EQU por 4 a 2, de virada, e garantiu vaga nas oitavas de final da Libertadores. Dudu reiterou o objetivo da equipe em se classificar com a melhor campanha e líder do seu grupo na competição e enalteceu o apoio da torcida palestrina.
– Não era o nosso objetivo ter um jogo tão sofrido daquele (risos). Tivemos oportunidade de fazer gol, tivemos até um gol anulado, mas tomamos dois gols que não costumamos tomar. Felizmente, no segundo tempo, pudemos fazer quatro gols e virar. Desde o início da competição, o nosso primeiro objetivo é classificar como primeiro geral, porque isso ajuda bastante, decidir em casa até uma eventual semifinal.
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– Falta um jogo ainda, sabemos que será difícil contra o Bolívar, um time que também tem 12 pontos e tenho certeza de que está com o mesmo pensamento. Vamos jogar no nosso estádio, com a nossa torcida que vem nos ajudando bastante, nos apoiando. Esperamos que continue dessa forma e vamos continuar fazendo de tudo para que os torcedores voltem felizes para casa e possamos conquistar mais vitórias.
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O Palmeiras é o atual vice-líder e único invicto do Brasileirão com 19 pontos, dois a menos que o primeiro colocado Botafogo. Dessa forma, vai em busca da liderança no Choque-Rei torcendo para um tropeço da equipe carioca, que enfrenta o Fortaleza neste sábado (10), no Engenhão, às 16h.
It’s been a spectacular summer for Arsenal this year.
Mikel Arteta’s side might not be favourites for the Premier League, but the club have backed them in a big way in the transfer market.
The likes of Viktor Gyokeres, Martin Zubimendi, and even Noni Madueke could all be incredible signings, but perhaps the most exciting of them all is Eberechi Eze.
The Englishman feels like just the player the Gunners have needed, although he’s still worth less than someone the club lost years ago.
Eze's return to Arsenal
Apart from being an outstanding player, one of the primary reasons Eze’s move to Arsenal feels so momentous is that the club released him as a youngster.
Over the following years, he would be released by Millwall, Fulham and Reading, rejected by Bristol City and Sunderland, and face the very real possibility of not making it in professional football.
Fortunately, he finally got his break with Queens Park Rangers, and following a successful loan spell with Wycombe Wanderers, he enjoyed a full campaign in the first team in the 18/19 season.
A couple of years later, he moved to Crystal Palace for around £8m, and over the following five years would amass a stellar haul of 40 goals and 28 assists in 169 games, despite suffering several injury setbacks, including an ACL injury.
So, when it was announced that Arsenal had signed him for £68m last month, it was more than a normal transfer; it was a homecoming and a righting of the wrong that saw him leave North London all those years ago.
Appearances
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Minutes
12089′
Goals
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Assists
28
Goal Involvements per Match
0.40
Minutes per Goal Involvements
177.77′
Unfortunately, though, the Gunners do not get to correct every mistake they make, as another youngster who was let go is now worth even more than Eze.
The former Arsenal gem now worth more than Eze
Even though Arsenal have a brilliant record of producing and bringing through young talents, they’ve also been guilty of losing a host of future superstars.
Where Are They Now
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This is the case with Michael Olise, as before he moved to Chelsea’s academy, he spent time in the Gunners’ youth setup, and to say the club missed out on a great player would be an understatement.
After being released by the Blues in 2016 and spending time with Manchester City’s youth setup, he joined Reading in 2017, followed by Crystal Palace in 2021.
While he suffered from his fair share of injuries in South London, the young Frenchman more than proved himself, scoring 16 goals and providing 25 assists in 90 appearances, more than validating Oliver Glasner’s claim that he’s “one of the best talents in the world.”
After impressing south of the river for a few years, Bayern Munich came calling and paid the Eagles £50m for his services last summer.
Since moving to the German giants, the game-changing winger has more than lived up to his price tag, winning the league and scoring 24 goals and providing 23 assists in 54 appearances.
With such a brilliant start to life in Germany, it’s hardly a surprise to see that the CIES Football Observatory has valued him at 102m, which is about £88m, or £20m more than Eze cost the Gunners.
Ultimately, Arsenal should be delighted with signing the former Crystal Palace star this summer, but we can’t help but wonder how much more dangerous they’d be with Olise in the side as well.
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