The transfer window is in full swing and Arsenal are making headlines with their interest in Chelsea winger Raheem Sterling. However, reports suggest that the Gunners are not willing to pay a fee for the 29-year-old. Despite manager Mikel Arteta’s admiration for Sterling, the deal is hanging on Chelsea settling part of his contract and wages. With Sterling earning a massive £325,000 a week, Arsenal’s reluctance to match that figure could make the move complicated.
In addition to Sterling, Arsenal is also weighing up a swoop for Bayern Munich winger Kingsley Coman. Bayern is keen to offload the Frenchman and has offered him to several clubs in Europe. However, doubts are surfacing about Arsenal’s ability to meet Coman’s salary expectations, which could hinder the chances of a deal coming to fruition.
Arsenal in Talks for Ivan Toney, Ipswich Eyeing Odsonne Édouard
Arsenal has reportedly held discussions with Brentford forward Ivan Toney’s agents as they consider a move for the England international. The Gunners are said to be contemplating a £50m approach for Toney, who is approaching the end of his contract with Brentford.
Meanwhile, Ipswich Town is looking to secure a striker before the transfer window closes and Crystal Palace forward Odsonne Édouard is on their radar. With Chelsea forward Armando Broja failing a medical with Ipswich, the Tractor Boys are seeking alternatives. Although Nketiah’s potential move to Palace could open the door for Edouard’s departure, Ipswich is not prioritizing a move for the Palace forward at the moment.
Napoli forward Victor Osimhen is reportedly closer to a move to Al Ahli than to Chelsea. The Nigerian international is hesitant to take a salary cut to join the Blues, despite his desire to play in the Premier League. Chelsea has approached Napoli for a loan deal with an obligation to buy, indicating their interest in Osimhen.
Juventus and Manchester United have yet to reach an agreement for winger Jadon Sancho, with Chelsea watching closely. While Sancho has expressed his willingness to move to Juventus, the Italian club’s proposed loan deal with no obligation to buy has not convinced United. The negotiations remain ongoing as the transfer deadline approaches.
In a significant transfer development, Al Nassr and RB Leipzig have reached an agreement for defender Mohamed Simakan. The deal, valued at over €40m, includes a long-term contract for the 24-year-old. With a medical scheduled, the announcement of Simakan’s move to Al Nassr seems imminent, ending speculation about a potential move to Newcastle United.
Overall, the summer transfer window is heating up with a mix of speculations, negotiations, and deals taking shape. As clubs juggle financial constraints, player valuations, and contractual obligations, the coming weeks promise more excitement and drama in the world of football transfers.
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