Transfer speculation: Arsenal aim to generate £100m through two player departures
Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri are among five players who may be permitted to depart Arsenal to generate funds for new signings, while Real Madrid might intensify their pursuit of Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise. Stay with us for the latest updates on transfers and rumors from across the globe.
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TRENDING RUMORS
– Arsenal’s young talents Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri signed long-term deals last summer, but they are among five players who could be allowed to leave to facilitate new acquisitions, according to the BBC. Midfielder Nwaneri, 19, was loaned to Marseille in January, while left back Lewis-Skelly, 19, has served as a backup following a breakout season last year. Arsenal is seeking at least £100 million for the duo, who have drawn interest from Borussia Dortmund and other Premier League teams, as they are academy graduates and would yield “pure profit” in their financial statements. The Gunners are also open to offers for Gabriel Jesus, Ben White and Gabriel Martinelli.
– Real Madrid may enhance their efforts to acquire Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise, as reported by Christian Falk. The 24-year-old made a significant impact in the first leg of the Champions League quarterfinal between the two clubs, troubling left back Álvaro Carreras and assisting striker Harry Kane. This performance has made Los Blancos even more eager to secure Olise, with the Spanish club contemplating a bid of €160 million, although Bayern is under no obligation to sell and Liverpool is also showing interest.
– FC Cincinnati have initiated preliminary discussions with representatives of Santos forward Neymar regarding a potential move to MLS, as noted by The Athletic. The talks are in the initial phases, with Cincinnati assessing the 34-year-old’s interest and requirements, while internal discussions are ongoing about the viability of pursuing a player with a recent history of injuries. Neymar’s contract with Santos extends until the conclusion of 2026.
– There has been considerable speculation surrounding the future of Morgan Rogers, with both TalkSPORT and The Mirror indicating that a fee of £80 million is the baseline to commence transfer negotiations, while The Telegraph has suggested a figure of £100 million. The 23-year-old is likely to depart Villa if they fail to qualify for the Champions League, with Chelsea, Manchester United, Arsenal, and Liverpool all reportedly interested. Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich are also in contention.
– AC Milan are aiming to bolster their attacking options, with the futures of wingers Rafael Leão and Christian Pulisic uncertain, according to Corriere dello Sport. The potential replacements Milan is considering include Fiorentina’s Moise Kean, Barcelona’s Robert Lewandowski, Chelsea’s Bayern Munich loanee Nicolas Jackson, Al Qadsiah’s Mateo Retegui, and Al Hilal’s Darwin Núñez.
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OTHER RUMORS
– Barcelona are intent on acquiring Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez, but negotiations may be challenging as Atletico is reluctant to engage, while Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain are also interested. (Diario Sport)
– Liverpool and Manchester City have joined Arsenal in the pursuit of Bayer Leverkusen striker Christian Kofane. (TEAMtalk)
– Manchester United midfielder Casemiro could agree to a “special” arrangement for the 34-year-old to join Inter Miami when his contract with the Red Devils concludes in the summer. (Football Insider)
– Manchester United views Stuttgart midfielder Angelo Stiller as a viable option for the summer transfer window, although there is also interest from Liverpool and Newcastle United. (TEAMtalk)
– Juventus are keen to sign Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker, who is eager for a return to Italy. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
– Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester United are among the clubs informed that RB Leipzig and Castello Lukeba have agreed to part ways in the summer. (TEAMtalk)
– Everton are prepared to pursue Manchester City center back John Stones, who is expected to leave the Etihad on a free transfer this summer. (Football Insider)
– Besiktas are interested in Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana, who is currently on loan at Trabzonspor. (Nicolo Schira)
– Joshua Zirkzee may be permitted to leave Manchester United in the summer if the Red Devils secure a replacement for him. (Football Insider)
– Manchester City are considering a move to re-sign Sheffield Wednesday goalkeeper Pierce Charles as speculation regarding James Trafford‘s future intensifies. (TEAMtalk)
– Brighton & Hove Albion could have an edge in their attempts to sign FC Cologne winger Said El Mala, as they also aim to recruit his brother, Malek. (Sky Germany)
– Hamburg are planning to discuss a permanent transfer for Fabio Vieira with Arsenal, who has been on loan at the Bundesliga club. (Sun)
– Southampton midfielder Shea Charles is being monitored by Crystal Palace, but there is competition from Nottingham Forest. (Football Insider)
