Mikel Arteta responds to John Stones speculation John StonesMikel Arteta has shut down all rumours claiming he is interested in bringing Manchester City defender John Stones to Arsenal. The Gunners are looking to strengthen their defensive unit in the January transfer window as they fear a series of injuries to their defenders have deterred their challenge for a top-four place in the Premier League. Stones was reported to be one of Arsenal's primary targets this winter but Arteta was quick to dismiss the speculation. When asked about the defender, the Spaniard said, "John is a player that I really like and I followed. We signed him when I was at Manchester City and I worked with him for many years and know him well. When I look at centre-backs, he has many attributes that I like from one, but we’re not interested."
Inter Milan sporting director in London to negotiate Olivier Giroud and Christian Eriksen deals Olivier Giroud According to Fabrizio Romano, Inter Milan sporting director Piero Ausilio is currently in London to meet with Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur officials to discuss the potential transfers of Olivier Giroud and Christian Eriksen. Spurs reportedly want €20 million for Eriksen but the Serie A giants are only prepared to cough up €12 million plus potential add-ons. Meanwhile, Chelsea and Inter's inability to reach an agreement over a transfer fee is the only thing stalling Giroud's move to the San Siro.
Real Madrid goalkeeper Andriy Lunin joins Real Oviedo on loan Andriy Lunin Real Madrid have sent goalkeeper Andriy Lunin to Real Oviedo on loan for the remainder of the 2019-20 season, the club confirmed on Wednesday. The Ukraine international joined the Segunda strugglers after his temporary stint at Real Valladolid was cut short by the Madrid giants. The 20-year-old will stay at the club until the end of the season and will compete with the likes of Nereo Champagne and Alfonso Herrero for a starting role between the sticks.
Lyon president rules out selling Moussa Dembele this January Moussa Dembele Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas has ruled out selling Moussa Dembele in the January transfer window amid heavy interest from a series of Premier League clubs. Chelsea and Manchester United are believed to be interested in securing a deal for the Frenchman as both clubs are looking to bolster their attacking options for the remainder of the season. Speaking of Dembele's future on RMC, Aulas said, "Moussa is an excellent player. A player who we need. We are taking explicit measures in our recruitment to not bring someone in who will compete for his position. It is not a question of money. Moussa will be with us."
Manchester United expected to make an official bid for Bruno Fernandes today Bruno Fernandes According to Portuguese outlet Record, Manchester United are expected to submit their final bid for Bruno Fernandes today and the official transfer is likely to be completed this week. The publication claims that the midfielder's agent Jorge Mendes has arrived in England to complete the remaining formalities needed for the transfer. The super-agent concluded Gedson Fernandes' move to Tottenham Hotspur earlier today and could just end another transfer saga by the end of the week.
BREAKING: Tottenham Hotspur confirm signing of Gedson Fernandes Gedson Fernandes Tottenham Hotspur have announced the signing of Gedson Fernandes from Benfica on an 18-month deal that contains an option to buy the player for £42.76 million. The 21-year-old, who will wear the number 30 shirt for the remainder of the present campaign, is Jose Mourinho’s first signing since he took charge of Spurs in November last year. It remains to be seen if the midfielder, who is yet to earn a senior cap for Portugal, makes his debut for his new club in their Premier League clash against Watford on Saturday.
Jerome Boateng will not be allowed to leave Bayern Munich this January Jerome Boateng Arsenal have been handed a massive blow in their chase for Jerome Boateng as Bayern Munich will reportedly not allow the defender to leave the club in the January transfer window. According to Christian Falk of Sport Bild, the Bavarians have informed the German international that he is not allowed to leave this month as their squad is already lacking options on the defensive front. The 31-year-old centre-back was heavily linked with a move to the Emirates in recent weeks with the Bundesliga champions initially prepared to let him go.
Manchester City to reject any Arsenal transfer bid for John Stones John Stones According to the Daily Mail, Manchester City will reject any attempts from Arsenal to sign John Stones in the January transfer window. Gunners manager Mikel Arteta is understood to be interested in bringing the defender to the Emirates but the Citizens have no plans to sell any players, especially centre-backs, as they have to deal with a defensive crisis of their own. Pep Guardiola has been forced to shift Fernandinho from the midfield to central defence after Aymeric Laporte sustained a knee injury in August last year and cannot risk losing another centre-back in the transfer market.
Mino Raiola in talks with Real Madrid and Juventus over Paul Pogba transfer Paul Pogba Paul Pogba's agent Mino Raiola is currently in talks with Real Madrid and Juventus over a possible transfer for the midfielder, Sky Sports Germany has reported. Both clubs have been credited with an interest in the Manchester United star, who has expressed his desire to leave Old Trafford on multiple occasions. While Zinedine Zidane is a vocal admirer of the Frenchman, the Bianconeri are believed to be keen on welcoming their former player back to Turin.
Christian Eriksen agrees to join Inter Milan this January Christian Eriksen According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Christian Eriksen has accepted a January move to Inter Milan and is ready to negotiate personal terms with the Serie A giants. The Tottenham Hotspur midfielder, whose contract with the club expires at the end of the season, is tipped for a move out of north London, and Inter are considered the favourites to land his signature. Antonio Conte and Co are understood to have begun negotiations with Spurs and are ready to offer them €10 million. However, the Premier League giants are holding out for a fee in the region of €20 million.
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Stones was reported to be one of Arsenal's primary targets this winter but Arteta was quick to dismiss the speculation. When asked about the defender, the Spaniard said, "John is a player that I really like and I followed. We signed him when I was at Manchester City and I worked with him for many years and know him well. When I look at centre-backs, he has many attributes that I like from one, but we’re not interested."