Arsenal have decided on Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak as their number one option in their search for a striker, while Chelsea’s Enzo Fernandez is attracting interest from two big clubs in Europe. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumours, and gossip from the world of soccer.
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– Arsenal sporting director Edu resigns from post
– Amorim to have say on Man United contract renewals – sources
– Mohamed Salah posts cryptic note about Liverpool future
– Arsenal is lining up a move for Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak, reports Team Talk. It is reported that the Gunners have identified the 25-year-old Sweden international as their dream signing amid their search for a striker and placed him at the top of their shortlist. Isak, who scored the decisive goal in the 1-0 win in Premier League action over Arsenal on Saturday, wants to move to a club in the UEFA Champions League should he decide to leave St. James’ Park.
– Bayern Munich have placed Eintracht Frankfurt striker Omar Marmoush on their shortlist, reports Sky Sports Deutschland’s Florian Plettenberg. The Bundesliga club are reported to be exploring a move for the 25-year-old next summer, having been impressed by his performance against them in the 3-3 Bundesliga draw in October. An offer between 50 million to 60 million is expected to be required to land his signature, though Liverpool are also keen on his services.
– Two clubs in Europe are monitoring the situation of Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández, reports the Sun. Barcelona and Internazionale are reported to be interested in the 23-year-old, amid the belief that he could be moved on after losing his spot in manager Enzo Maresca’s starting lineup. It is said that he is “determined” to stay and fight for his place at Stamford Bridge, but he has “no intention” of sticking around if he remains a substitute for several months.
– Juventus are interested in AC Milan centre-back Fikayo Tomori, reports Calciomercato. It is reported that the 26-year-old could be moved on next summer, with the Rossoneri willing to part ways with him if they receive an offer over 20m. Multiple Premier League clubs are also considered “admirers” of the English centre-back. They could be set to scout him when Milan faces Real Madrid in the Champions League at the Santiago Bernabeu on Tuesday.
– Bayern Munich attacking midfielder Jamal Musiala is set to consider his future over the winter break, reports Bild. A new contract for the 21-year-old is believed to be a key priority for the Bundesliga club, but the latest indicates that he intends to stall on his decision until at least January. Musiala has been in impressive form of late with four goals and an assist in the last three league matches, and he has previously been linked with Manchester City.