Arsenal transfer news: Gunners close to completing double swoop for Sampdoria stars Dennis Praet and Joachim Andersen
Arsenal are close to completing a double swoop for Sampdoria stars Dennis Praet and Joachim Andersen, according to reports in Italy.The Gunners are said to be splashing 42million on midfielder Praet and defender Andersen.Getty2The pair starred for Sampdoria as the club finished ninth in Serie A last season.Praet could be a replacement for Mesut Ozil, who has been linked with a move away from the Emirates, while Andersen would tighten up a leaky Arsenal defence.The Gunners conceded 51 Premier League goals last term, with Shkodran Mustafi coming under-fire for his performances.Getty2Praet joined Sampdoria in 2016 and Andersen followed him through the door a year later.La Gazzetta dello Sport claim Arsenal have taken steps forward to finalise a deal for the duo.

Tonight #Arsenal have sent a new offer to #Sampdoria for Joaquim #Andersen and Dennis #Praet: 48M for both. Steps forward for finalize the deal, even if Ferrero wants more. #transfers #AFC— Nicol Schira (@NicoSchira) June 8, 2019

Arsenals 4-1 defeat to Chelsea in last months Europa League final and a fifth-placed Premier League finish saw them miss out on Champions League football for a third successive season.But manager Unai Emery insists the club will still be able to attract top players in the summer transfer window.He said: I think Arsenal is a big name in the world of football. A lot of players want to play here.We are in one process and we need, in this process, to be strong in our idea, to be strong in our way. Its the reason we started this season. The idea was to get more competitive like a team, be closer to other teams, and we did that.At the moment, its not enough for our target, but the next week and next year that idea will continue in our minds.I dont know our targets for next year, but the club is working to improve and do everything in our way.

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Liverpool plotting January deal for £26m Belgium star - report Liverpool are reportedly plotting a move to sign Thorgan Hazard during the January transfer window. the brother of Chelsea

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~ Arsenal news: Ainsley Maitland-Niles sends individual apologies to fans on Instagram after performance against Huddersfield ~ Kenya Latest apologies to fans on
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Tottenham could be without Jan Vertonghen and Harry Winks for Saturday's north London derby against Arsenal.. The pair will both undergo late fitness tests following hip injuries. The Belgian
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Former Liverpool defender Glen Johnson has announced his retirement from football. The 34-year-old, who played for Reds between 2009 and 2015, confirmed his decision on Monday. "Today is the day I'm officially saying I've retired.
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Manchester United are reportedly plotting a £25 million bid for Fulham sensation Ryan Sessegnon, also a target for Tottenham and Real Madrid. According to The Guardian, Manchester United are
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Jan Vertonghen is fit for Tottenham's must-win Champions League semi-final second-leg against Ajax tonight. The Belgian defender was left bloodied and required treatment after a sickening clash of
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The Football Association has asked Troy Deeney to explain some comments he made after his Watford side's 3-3 draw with Bournemouth. Watford captain Deeney's post-match interview sent social
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Loyalty. It inspires unyielding belief in the ability of a football club to win a single game, it binds the fans to the colours of their team for a lifetime and has players openly weeping at such
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Manchester City winger Raheem Sterling could become an all-time Premier League great, says ex-Chelsea star Joe Cole The 24-year-old is in blistering form for City, who lead Liverpool in the title race
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Rangers star Alfredo Morelos is NOT worth more than 9million, says ex-Gers striker Kevin Kyle
Former Rangers striker Kevin Kyle believes Alfredo Morelos is worth just 9million.The 22-year-old has scored 26 goals for Steven Gerrards side this season and has been linked with summer moves to China and France.2Rangers have reportedly slapped a 20million price tag on Morelos, the same figure Lyon paid Celtic for Moussa Dembele last summer.But Kyle, who played at Ibrox during the 2012/13 season, thinks Colombia international Morelos is worth less than half that fee.He told Open Goal: “It’s like a house, you are only as valued at what someone is willing to pay for it.“If you could get Morelos for anything between 5million-10million you’d take him.“You see some of the players who go for 20million, 30million, 40million and you never hear of them again. They’ve got their move and got their cash and that’s it.2“But Morelos is 22 years old and has his whole career ahead of him and in striker terms you get better as you get older.“I just think with Morelos there is huge potential.“If you can get him for 8million/9million and then work towards a package that helps the club towards the future then yeah. Despite his goalscoring form, Morelos discipline on the pitch has been a problem for Rangers.He picked up his fourth red card of the season against Aberdeen last month.And at the time, his manager Gerrard said: I’m doing everything in my power to help the kid grow.

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I haven’t had the chance to analyse the incident so I can’t tell you if Scott (McKenna) deserved a red or whether Alfredo did. They’ve had a fantastic battle up until that point.“But if Alfredo is in the wrong, he’ll deserve the red card. He’ll then be missing for two games and that’s how he’ll get punished because he hates missing games.”

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Barcelona mock Manchester United with brutal tweet after Lionel Messi delivers masterclass. The Blaugrana breezed past the Red Devils at Camp Nou to progress to the Champions League semi-finals
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Adrian Durham has launched an astonishing attack on Arsenal for allowing Aaron Ramsey to leave for free this summer. The Wales international was refused a new contract at the Emirates and is now set to earn a overwhelming £400,000-a-week at Juventus.
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juve bound The Wales international is set to earn a whopping £400,000-a-week at the Serie A side, but continues to perform for the Gunners Adrian Durham has launched an astonishing attack on Arsenal for allowing Aaron Ramsey to leave for free this summer.
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Diego Maradona was sent off whilst managing in the Mexican second division on Friday, appearing to threaten to punch the opposition manager. The Argentina legend is currently in charge of Dorados
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Leicester City transfer news: Foxes move to sign Celta Vigo midfielder Brais Mendez Talksport. Leicester City have moved to sign Celta Vigo midfielder Brais Mendez, according to reports in Spain.
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Anthony Martial: Man Utd forward signs new contract until 2024 By Ekow Amoasi January 31, 2019 55 No comment Anthony Martial has signed a contract extension with Manchester United which will keep him at the club until June 2024, with the option to extend for a further year.
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Tottenham winger Lucas Moura had a day to remember after scoring his first hat-trick for the club and celebrating on the pitch of Spurs pristine new stadium with his young son Miguel.
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Jermain Defoe: Rangers' new signing turned down Crystal Palace to join Steven Gerrard at Ibrox Written by: fpnews Posted on: January 10, 2019 Jermain Defore has revealed Crystal Palace wanted to sign him before he chose to join Rangers.
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The best moments from Manchester City’s Premier League, FA Cup and Carabao Cup trophy parade
The 2018/19 season has been a memorable one for Manchester City which has seen them break a number of records.One that really sticks out is the fact they’ve won the Premier League, FA Cup and Carabao Cup, making City the first English club to win the domestic treble.13The Citizens’ 6-0 thrashing of Watford at Wembley on Saturday ended their brilliant campaign in sensational style.So, unsurprisingly, City took to the streets of Manchester to parade their trophies to their adoring fans, as well as the Community Shield which they won last August.Below you can see the best pictures and videos from an evening that will live long in the memory of all City supporters.GETTY13GETTY13GETTY13

Man Citys Kitman Brandon Ashton is enjoying the parade! #MCFC pic.twitter.com/y7QWr4zmep— Betting Directory (@BettingDirector) May 20, 2019

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Painting Manchester blue Unbelievable support today! #Champions pic.twitter.com/XBM7XTPbEk— Phil Foden (@PhilFoden) May 20, 2019

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vincet kompany mic drop, im actually crying right now pic.twitter.com/Awwil3884m— J. (@AgueroIogy) May 20, 2019

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Juventus midfielder Sami Khedira has undergone successful treatment for a heart problem and will be out of action for a month, the Italian champions confirmed on Wednesday.
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Man United appoint Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as permanent boss The Norwegian coach has revitalised the club since taking over from Jose Mourinho last December on an interim basis.
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