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Arsenal face 'fresh competition' from two European giants for Real Madrid winger Rodrygo
Arsenal have been heavily linked with a move for Real Madrid winger Rodrygo, but the Gunners reportedly face strong competition from two European giants.Jul 7, 13:54
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Manchester United transfer news update: Barcelona 'reopen talks' for Marcus Rashford as Ruben Amorim faces mass exodus
Manchester United winger Marcus Rashford could soon be on his way out of Old Trafford and heading to Barcelona if the latest reports are accurate.Jul 6, 23:39
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F43%2Fviktor-gyokeres.jpg "Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres in action on September 17, 2024")
Viktor Gyokeres latest as Sporting Lisbon 'insist' on changes if Arsenal transfer is to materialise
Arsenal are said to be closing in on the signing of Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres, but a report claims that stumbling blocks remain.Jul 6, 23:03
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F11%2Fmikel-arteta_2.jpg "Mikel Arteta of Arsenal after his side's match against Leicester City, on February 15, 2025")
Arsenal transfer news latest: 'Negotiations' scheduled with Premier League club for attacker
Arsenal are on the lookout for offensive reinforcements, and a report claims that they will enter negotiations next week with a Premier League club.Jul 6, 17:58
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Arsenal could close Viktor Gyokeres signing 'today' as transfer fee for Sporting striker 'revealed'
Arsenal could reportedly close a deal for Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres today as their final fee for the Sweden international striker is revealed.Jul 6, 14:16
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Man United in Dominic Calvert-Lewin transfer twist as 'shock move' comes with catch
Manchester United's pursuit of Dominic Calvert-Lewin supposedly takes a fresh twist, but there is a catch to a potential free transfer for the injury-hit striker.Jul 6, 08:19
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F20%2Fviktor-gyokeres.jpg "Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres celebrates on May 4, 2025")
Manchester United given Viktor Gyokeres 'boost' as Sporting Lisbon's transfer terms for striker change
Manchester United are looking to make an addition up front, and a report claims they receive a boost in their chances of signing Viktor Gyokeres.Jul 5, 23:04
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F50%2Fmikel-arteta.jpg "Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured on December 14, 2024")
Arsenal transfer latest: Personal terms 'agreed' with forward as Mikel Arteta targets Premier League winger for summer revamp
Arsenal are set to strengthen their offensive ranks, and they reportedly agree personal terms with a Premier League winger ahead of a summer revamp.Jul 5, 23:02
Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres 'rejects two monster offers' amid Arsenal, Man United transfer talk
Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres reportedly rejects two enormous offers from the Saudi Pro League, as he is intent on moving to the Premier League this summer.Jul 5, 17:49
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F23%2Fviktor-gyokeres.jpg "Viktor Gyokeres celebrates after scoring for Sporting Lisbon on December 14, 2024")
Arsenal transfer news: Mikel Arteta 'sets deadline' for striker signing amid Benjamin Sesko, Viktor Gyokeres uncertainty
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta reportedly sets the club a deadline to sign a new striker as they mull over whether to prioritise a deal for Benjamin Sesko or Viktor Gyokeres.Jul 5, 08:50
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Transfer window: Nine players who could join football's €100m club this summer
In this article, we take a look at nine players — from rising stars to established names — who could join football's exclusive €100m transfer club.Jul 4, 18:53
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F10%2Fmikel-arteta.jpg "Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta at a press conference on February 20, 2024")
Arsenal striker pursuit update as Mikel Arteta 'close' to securing Kai Havertz replacement ahead of title charge
Amid suggestions that Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has been trying to sign Kai Havertz's heir, a report claims they are close to securing a new striker.Jul 4, 00:06
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Hugo Ekitike: Charles Watts addresses Arsenal transfer links with Eintracht Frankfurt striiker
Hugo Ekitike's playstyle shares similarities with Arsenal great Thierry Henry, but it would be a surprise to see him line up at the Emirates next season, Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.Jul 2, 17:55
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Man United 'make concrete effort' to land Aston Villa star after 'admitting defeat' in pursuit of 27-year-old
Manchester United allegedly step up their interest in Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins, who is valued by his current club at £60m.Jul 2, 17:42
Gyokeres to Arsenal edges closer with Gunners in 'advanced talks' with Sporting Lisbon
Arsenal are reportedly making progress in their efforts to sign Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres this summer.Jul 1, 23:45
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Manchester United transfer latest: Moise Kean 'demands' £17m annual salary
Manchester United revive interest in Moise Kean and remain in contact with the Italian striker, but the Fiorentina man is after an extortionate salary.Jun 30, 19:16
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Transfer Roundup: Charlie Cresswell to Sunderland, Franjo Ivanovic to Sporting Lisbon
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news and rumours, including Charlie Cresswell to Sunderland and Franjo Ivanovic to Sporting Lisbon.Jun 30, 11:38
Sporting Lisbon president delivers major Viktor Gyokeres update as Man United, Arsenal chase goal machine
Sporting Lisbon president Frederico Varandas says that there is "a strong probability" Viktor Gyokeres will leave the Portuguese giants during this summer's transfer window.Jun 29, 16:57
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Arsenal 'really attracted' to £85.4m striker as Andrea Berta identifies Benjamin Sesko, Viktor Gyokeres alternative
Arsenal reportedly draw up striker plan C and identify an £85.4m Bundesliga attacker as a 'serious' alternative to Benjamin Sesko and Viktor Gyokeres.Jun 29, 15:10
Arsenal, Man United 'granted more time' to agree Viktor Gyokeres transfer as Sporting make pre-season decision
Arsenal and Manchester United reportedly receive a fillip in their pursuit of Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres, who is granted additional time off before returning to Portugal for pre-season.Jun 29, 11:47
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Transfer news and rumours today: Sporting identify Gyokeres replacement, Timo Werner talks, Celtic confirm signing
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news and rumours, as Sporting Lisbon identify a Viktor Gyokeres replacement and Timo Werner holds talks with an MLS club.Jun 28, 08:58
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F39%2Fbryan-mbeumo_1.jpg "Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo applauds fans after the game on September 28, 2024")
Manchester United transfer update: Bryan Mbeumo makes decision as winger 'intrigued' by Tottenham Hotspur
Manchester United hold interest in signing Brentford winger Bryan Mbeumo, who is said to have other admirers in the Premier League such as Tottenham Hotspur.Jun 27, 22:19
Viktor Gyokeres 'makes major U-turn' on Man United transfer decision amid Arsenal waiting game
Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres reportedly makes a major transfer U-turn as Arsenal and Manchester United remain in the hunt for the Swedish marksman.Jun 26, 17:40
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Manchester United striker boost as club 'ask' about Rasmus Hojlund replacement in summer transfer window
Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund's place in the team is under scrutiny amid a report that claims the Red Devils are keeping tabs on a new number nine.Jun 25, 19:10
Liverpool transfer news: Viktor Gyokeres truth 'revealed' as Darwin Nunez exit talk intensifies
The truth behind Liverpool's supposed pursuit of Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres is reportedly revealed as the Reds prepare for Darwin Nunez's possible exit to Napoli.Jun 25, 15:40
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Man United 'identify' 87-goal striker as Viktor Gyokeres, Hugo Ekitike 'alternative'
Manchester United are allegedly giving serious consideration to moving for Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins during this summer's transfer window.Jun 25, 09:08
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Viktor Gyokeres attempts to force through Arsenal transfer with ‘last-ditch phone call’ to Sporting Lisbon president
Viktor Gyokeres reportedly informs Sporting Lisbon president Federico Varandas of his desire to complete a transfer to Arsenal this summer.Jun 24, 15:35
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Man United can agree perfect Jadon Sancho swap deal as Red Devils 'offered' one of two Juventus players
Manchester United could be given the chance to sign one of two Juventus players in exchange for unwanted attacker Jadon Sancho, according to a report.Jun 24, 07:00
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Man United start 'initial talks' with £51.3m Chelsea attacker after 'sensational swap' rejection
Manchester United reportedly begin 'initial talks' to sign an unwanted Chelsea attacker, and the move could also bring benefits for Tottenham Hotspur.Jun 23, 17:22
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F22%2Fruben-amorim.jpg "Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim on May 21, 2025")
Man United 'reappear' in £44.5m striker race after fatal Viktor Gyokeres transfer blow
Manchester United reportedly 'reappear' in the race for a £44.5m Serie A striker after being rejected by Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres.Jun 23, 08:58
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Arsenal 'hit stumbling block' in Benjamin Sesko transfer chase after £70m Andrea Berta decision
Arsenal reportedly hit a roadblock in their efforts to sign RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, whose salary demands are proving prohibitive.Jun 22, 10:03
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F08%2Fbryan-mbeumo.jpg "Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo warms up on February 21, 2025")
Why Manchester United could benefit from missing out on Bryan Mbeumo amid Tottenham Hotspur links
Manchester United's pursuit of Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo carries risks, and Sports Mole examines why missing out on the forward could be for the best.Jun 20, 21:17
Viktor Gyokeres 'ready to wait' for Arsenal transfer as striker's agent insists on £60m price tag
Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres is reportedly willing to play the waiting game to complete a move to Arsenal this summer.Jun 20, 18:13
Arsenal receive crucial Viktor Gyokeres transfer boost as Sporting striker 'rejects' £6m offer
Arsenal reportedly receive another significant boost in their pursuit of Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres, who rejects another potential suitor.Jun 19, 14:57
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F10%2Fbenjamin-sesko.jpg "RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko celebrates on February 26, 2025")
Benjamin Sesko: Arsenal sent fresh transfer message by agent amid ‘blackmail’ claims
Benjamin Sesko's agent shuts down rumours that RB Leipzig are being pressured to lower their asking price for the Arsenal-linked striker this summer.Jun 19, 13:16
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F21%2Fruben-amorim.jpg "Manchester United's Ruben Amorim on May 25, 2025")
Three bargain strikers Man United could sign this summer with Hugo Ekitike, Viktor Gyokeres moves going cold
Sports Mole looks at three strikers that Manchester United could sign during this summer's transfer window, as deals for Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres and Eintracht Frankfurt's Hugo Ekitike go cold.Jun 19, 12:54
Viktor Gyokeres 'rejects' Sporting Lisbon talks amid Arsenal, Man United links
Arsenal and Manchester United target Viktor Gyokeres turns down the chance to hold clear-the-air talks with Sporting Lisbon.Jun 18, 15:41
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Viktor Gyokeres to Arsenal: £68.4m transfer prediction made amid "baffling" slow striker search
Arsenal expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole that Sporting Lisbon may price Viktor Gyokeres out of a move to the Emirates if they demand a specific amount of money.Jun 18, 15:07
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Man United's Hugo Ekitike stance 'revealed' as Red Devils scramble to sign a new centre-forward
Manchester United are reportedly unlikely to pursue a deal for Eintracht Frankfurt's Hugo Ekitike due to the cost of the transfer.Jun 18, 08:23
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F48%2Fbenjamin-sesko.jpg "Benjamin Sesko of RB Leipzig during his side's UEFA Champions League match against Inter Milan, on November 26, 2024")
Sesko to Arsenal update: Gunners 'not willing' to meet RB Leizpig's transfer valuation
Arsenal are reportedly unwilling to pay RB Leipzig's current asking price for Slovenia international Benjamin Sesko.Jun 17, 23:47
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