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With Sven Botman and Jamaal Lascelles both out injured, Guehi’s arrival just before the start of the season could be a major boost for them. While the Magpies are working hard to strike a deal with the Eagles which will be in excess of £60 million, there are rival Premier League clubs who are keen on his signature and could try to hijack the deal.

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Liverpool hold talks with France international should key deal collapse

Darren Looney — Thu, 08 Aug 2024 15:46:53 +0000

Liverpool have reportedly held talks with free agent Adrien Rabiot as a precaution should their deal to bring Martin Zubimendi to Anfield collapse.

It was reported on Wednesday by several outlets that the Premier League club have identified the Spanish star as their number one target for this summer as Arne Slot is keen to add a new number six to his squad as the Merseyside club are light in this area of the pitch.

Liverpool are hoping to negotiate a transfer fee with Sociedad but if they cannot achieve this, the English giants are prepared to activate the €60m release clause in Zubimendi’s contract.

On Thursday, the Daily Mail has reported that the Euro 2024 winner has yet to decide his future and now Real Sociedad manager Imanol Alguacil is leading a drive to persuade the 25-year-old to stay put for one more season.

This leaves Liverpool’s pursuit of the Spaniard in doubt and should the Premier League outfit fail to land the midfielder, Football Insider report that the Merseyside club have identified free agent Adrien Rabiot as an alternative.

The 29-year-old departed Juventus at the end of last season having run down his contract at the Serie A club and is on the lookout for a new challenge ahead of the upcoming season having spent five years in Turin.

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The report states that Liverpool have held initial talks with Rabiot over a summer move as the French international is one of the Reds’ alternative targets should they fail to sign Zubimendi. The midfielder is a proven player and is a different profile to what Zubimendi would bring to Anfield.

There have been several clubs interested in the former Juventus star this summer and the 29-year-old is likely to decide on his next club soon with the new season right around the corner.

It remains to be seen if that will be Liverpool but is unlikely, as the Reds will be confident of getting a deal for Zubimendi over the line as the Euro 2024 winner is the man Slot wants to occupy the number six role in his team this season.

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Arsenal and Liverpool showing strong interest in 29-year-old midfielder

Saikat Chatterjee — Mon, 05 Aug 2024 11:55:39 +0000

French international midfielder Adrien Rabiot continues to be linked with a move to the Premier League this summer.

According to Tutto Juve, Liverpool and Arsenal have shown significant interest in signing the 29-year-old midfielder and it remains to be seen whether they can get the deal done. The midfielder is available on a free transfer and he could prove to be a bargain buy for them.

Signing a player of his quality and experience for free would represent an excellent business for both clubs. Liverpool need to bring in a quality replacement for Thiago Alcantara who left the club earlier this summer.

The French international certainly fits the profile and he will add physicality, control and composure to the Liverpool midfield.

Meanwhile, Arsenal need midfield depth as well. Thomas Partey has had his fair share of injury problems this past season and Jorginho is in the twilight stages of his career. Both clubs need to invest in a quality central midfielder and the 29-year-old French international would be the ideal acquisition for them.

Signing him on a free transfer would allow them to improve the other areas of their squad as well.

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Meanwhile, the midfielder has played for big clubs throughout his career and he knows what it takes to succeed at clubs like Liverpool and Arsenal. He will look to prove himself in the Premier League and win trophies with the English giants in the near future.

The opportunity to move to the Premier League will be quite exciting for the player as well and it will be interesting to see where he ends up.

Arsenal and Liverpool are expected to push for major trophies next season and Rabiot could help them compete at the highest level. He has the skillset to adapt to English football quickly and transform the two sides.

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Real Madrid facing competition from Spanish rivals to sign Adrien Rabiot

Andrew Walker — Sat, 03 Aug 2024 08:23:19 +0000

Real Madrid are one of three clubs strongly interested in signing Adrien Rabiot.

Following his recent decision to leave Juventus on a free transfer, Rabiot, 29, now has his pick of where he will play next season.

And according to a recent report from Italian outlet La Gazzetta dello Sport, the 29-year-old is wanted by as many as three big European clubs — Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid and Arsenal.

Adrien Rabiot wanted by Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid and Arsenal

Believed to be giving priority to clubs playing in the Champions League, Rabiot must now decide which project best suits him. Real Madrid have the most prestigious history, but the stability Diego Simeone brings to Atletico will also be appealing.

Adrien Rabiot has left Juventus as a free-agent.

In Arsenal’s case — although the Gunners have yet to lift a major trophy under Mikel Arteta, it seems the club are definitely headed in the right direction. However, at the age of 29, Rabiot may feel a club working toward ‘the future’ isn’t right for him.

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Rabiot scored five goals and registered three assists from 35 Serie A games last season at Juventus.

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Exclusive: Next week crucial for Manchester United and Adrien Rabiot

Jason Pettigrove — Fri, 02 Aug 2024 09:17:53 +0000

As we head into the final week of pre-season for English Premier League clubs, it’s a crucial moment for Adrien Rabiot and potential suitors, Man United.

The French international’s representatives have already held talks with the Red Devils, Liverpool and Arsenal, and according to CaughtOffside sources, another round of discussions will take place next week.

Rabiot’s contract and salary demands -10/15 million euros annually and a 3-year contract – are already known by the three English top-flight outfits, and they won’t face competition from Spanish giants, Real Madrid, for his services as Los Blancos have turned down the opportunity to sign him sources indicate.

Adrien Rabiot could know by next week where he’s playing next season

Their city rivals, Atletico, are planning to make a move for the player, though there is an understanding that it will be difficult for the Rojiblancos to get close to the salary that the Premier League clubs can offer.

Erik Ten Hag and Mikel Arteta are known to appreciate Rabiot’s level of performance, and the fact that the French international is a free agent presents an attractive opportunity for both Arsenal and United.

Adrien Rabiot is wanted by a host of clubs

The Gunners are on the verge of signing Mikel Merino, however, and this is likely to impact upon whether they follow up with the transfer of the former Juventus man.

Rabiot’s former club, Paris Saint-Germain, will not be entering into negotiations to re-sign him according to CaughtOffside sources, nor will Italian giants, AC Milan, be prioritising a transfer for him.

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Clearly, with a fortnight until the start of the 2024/25 season, it’s imperative for all parties to close a deal soonest.

At present, the race remains open, but with crucial days ahead, we could find out Rabiot’s new playing destination in the not too distant future.

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Arsenal among the front runners in race for former Juventus star

Charlie Patrick — Thu, 01 Aug 2024 23:13:27 +0000

Arsenal are one of the front runners to sign French midfielder Adrien Rabiot according to reports in Italy.

It’s been a quiet summer for the Gunners so far with Italy international Riccardo Calafiori the only arrival at the club.

Mikel Arteta is looking to strengthen his squad to ensure Arsenal don’t miss out on the Premier League title for a third consecutive year.

Arsenal one of the favourites for Rabiot

Rabiot is currently a free agent after his contract with Juventus expired and he’s been linked with a move to Manchester United.

However, according to Italian outlet Gazzetta dello Sport Arsenal are one of three clubs who are in contention to sign the 29-year-old.

The report adds that both Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid are interested in the France international whilst AC Milan considered a move before switching their focus to Monaco’s Youssouf Fofana.

Rabiot is a free agent and is attracting interest from a number of clubs.

The Frenchman is represented by his mother Veronique Rabiot and she said that the midfielder is attracting interest from more than one club.

“In fact, I am talking to certain clubs, but then some media attribute to me contacts with other teams that I do not speak to,” she told Gazzetta dello Sport.

“So I suppose that other people speak for me. But since the beginning of Adrien’s career I have been the only interlocutor with the clubs, and if a club has any interest they must speak directly to me.”

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Rabiot is believed to want Champions League football which would hand the Gunners an advantage over the likes of United who are playing in the Europa League.

Arsenal are thought to be closing in on a deal for Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino, who won the Euros with Spain this summer.

It’s understood the 28-year-old will join in a deal worth more than €30m and will sign a long term deal at the Emirates.

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Exclusive: Man United working to reach agreement over fee transfer of experienced winner

Mark Brus — Tue, 30 Jul 2024 13:48:35 +0000

Manchester United are working to reach an agreement with out-of-contract France midfielder Adrien Rabiot, who remains a free agent since leaving Juventus at the end of his contract this summer.

Sources with a close understanding of the situation have informed CaughtOffside that Man Utd have held talks with Rabiot and his mother, who represents him, though other clubs such as Chelsea, Liverpool, Newcastle United, Aston Villa and Galatasaray have also made approaches of their own.

It is increasingly felt, however, that United are leading the race for Rabiot’s signature, with talks heading in a positive direction and with all parties now optimistic that an agreement can be struck soon.

Rabiot has long been keen to play in the Premier League and United are working to negotiate a contract for the Frenchman worth around €8-9m a year, as well as a signing on bonus.

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Given that MUFC struggled last season after the indifferent displays of the likes of Casemiro, Sofyan Amrabat and Scott McTominay, it makes sense that Rabiot has been identified as a low-cost signing to bolster their ranks in that area of the pitch.

The 29-year-old would also bring a wealth of experience to Erik ten Hag’s squad, having won multiple titles with Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus, as well as the Nations League with Les Bleus, with whom he also reached a World Cup final.

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Alternatively, Youssouf Fofana is also a player that United have been following very carefully, and he could emerge as an alternative to Rabiot if that deal doesn’t work out.

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Still, CaughtOffside understands that AC Milan are currently leading the race for Fofana, with personal terms already agreed. The Rossoneri are waiting to finalize the sales of Adli and/or Bennacer, before presenting a new offer to Monaco.

Finally, Jadon Sancho’s move from United to PSG is at an advanced stage, though Juventus are also still trying until the last minute to sell Federico Chiesa in order to make room for the Red Devils misfit, but the Italian player wants to wait for the right opportunity before confirming his departure.

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Midfielder rejects Liverpool approach as he waits for a move to rivals Man United

Ahad Shaukat — Tue, 30 Jul 2024 05:16:03 +0000

Liverpool have faced a major blow in their pursuit of one of their transfer targets this summer.

The Reds have still not made any new signings this summer while their Premier League rivals have all strengthened their squads.

New manager Arne Slot is still waiting to make his first Anfield signing but as things stand, the Merseyside club are not closer to any new arrival.

Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot, who has become a free agent after leaving Juventus this summer, has rejected an approach from Liverpool as he is interested in joining their Premier League rivals Manchester United, according to Tutto Juve.

Man United hold a long term interest in the French midfielder, who represented his country at Euro 2024 this summer.

The France international was close to joining Man United two seasons ago but his move to Old Trafford did not materialise.

Now he is a free agent following the expiry of his contract at Juventus and he could finally get his wish of playing for the Red Devils.

Man United are looking for a new central midfielder this summer and they are currently chasing Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Manuel Ugarte.

Adrien Rabiot wants Man United move over Liverpool.

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They can now get a cheaper option in the market as Rabiot is available for free and he is open to a move to Old Trafford after rejecting an approach from Liverpool.

The midfielder has performed at the top level for a number of years and his performances have not gone unnoticed.

Adrien Rabiot would have been ideal for Liverpool

Rabiot would have added experience and quality to the Liverpool midfield after the departure of Jordan Henderson, Fabinho and Naby Keita last summer.

The Frenchman has the ability to contribute on both ends of the pitch and this is an area where the Reds struggled last season under Jurgen Klopp.

However, the midfielder has no intention to join the Merseyside club and he is eyeing a move to play for their rivals instead.

It remains to be seen who Liverpool’s first summer signing will be but with just over two weeks left in the new Premier League season, they need to act swiftly in the market.

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Exclusive: Newcastle and Aston Villa the latest clubs to register interest in Rabiot

Jason Pettigrove — Tue, 23 Jul 2024 08:35:34 +0000

Adrien Rabiot left Juventus after five years and is now a free agent. To date, his main goal has been to maximise his next contract in terms of salary received, given that it will probably be his last big deal as a top player.

For this reason, he refused the renewal that Juventus offered; a three-year contract on the same wages.

Adrien Rabiot wants Premier League move

Clearly, that didn’t satisfy either him or his mother – who is also his agent.

According to CaughtOffside sources with knowledge of Rabiot’s plans, the 29-year-old is now looking for more economically advantageous proposals, and there are a number of clubs in the Premier League that remain interested in him.

With the potential exit of Casemiro in mind, Manchester United have put Rabiot among the preferred profiles to strengthen their midfield. Sources indicate that Erik ten Hag appreciates him a lot.

Adrien Rabiot is wanted by a host of clubs

However, the Red Devils will face competition for the Frenchman’s services as Newcastle have included him on their list.

The reason for so doing is because it’s believed that there’s a good chance Bruno Guimaraes could leave before the start of the 2024/25 campaign.

Aston Villa are also interested, with Unai Emery asking for a new player with the specific set of skills that Rabiot possesses.Paris Saint-Germain have had contact with his mother to talk about his possible return, whilst Galatasaray have a concrete interest despite the player preferring a move to the English top-flight.

In the next few days Rabiot will make his final decision, and the saga will finally be over.

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Transfer news: Calafiori to Arsenal here we go soon, Man Utd potential exits, Chelsea midfielder links & more

Fabrizio Romano — Sun, 21 Jul 2024 15:50:00 +0000

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Here we go soon for Riccardo Calafiori to Arsenal transfer

One of the big stories of the day is with Riccardo Calafiori and Arsenal – the ‘here we go’ is coming because there is an agreement between Arsenal and Bologna on a €40m fixed fee, €5m in add-ons, and a sell-on clause for Bologna. Calafiori had already agreed a contract with Arsenal back in June, which would be until 2029, so everything is ready for him to go to Arsenal.

Calafiori has asked Bologna to be allowed to fulfil his dream and go to Arsenal, so it will be completed in the next days. The next key steps will be between Bologna and Basel to agree on payment terms for the 50% sell-on clause that Basel had for their former player. They’re set to receive a big amount of money, and so they now have to agree with Bologna now to structure this part of the deal, while Arsenal are just waiting.

Despite some reports that the deal had stalled, the reality is that the negotiations never stopped. It was not easy, but they kept going, and now there’s an agreement. Arsenal fans can be excited by this signing – I think he can do great in Premier League, he’s an excellent player, we saw that with his form in Serie A and with Italy at the Euros also.

Another story to watch at Arsenal is that Crystal Palace will bid for Emile Smith Rowe. Let’s see if Arsenal reject the bid, like they did with Fulham, or if they will be ready to negotiate. Still, Smith Rowe looks like being an interesting situation to watch in the next days.

Another Arsenal sale could be Eddie Nketiah, who has been attracting strong interest from Marseille since last week. Now it’s true that, as reported in France, Marseille have presented a proposal to Arsenal – there is still no agreement, but there is a negotiation ongoing between the two clubs.

Manuel Ugarte to Man Utd latest, plus truth on Sancho and Mount future

There’s a chance for Jadon Sancho to stay at Manchester United – a lot will depend on the next weeks. Pre-season, feelings with the manager, performances…he has chances to stay. Interest from other clubs remains but there have been no official bids so far, so it’s still quiet. Sancho’s decision to clarify with Erik ten Hag also shows how they can be ready to continue together, but it depends on what happens in the next weeks.

There were reports yesterday about Mason Mount potentially leaving Manchester United. From what I’ve heard on the club and player side, however, is exactly the same, and that’s that Mount doesn’t want to leave Man United. He wants to do his best to show his skills at United after an unlucky first season with injuries. And United, from what I’m hearing, have no intention to sell Mount, so at the moment it’s absolutely under control and he’s set to be involved in the project of Erik ten Hag.

Meanwhile, Manuel Ugarte said yes to Manchester United a few days ago – they’ve reached an agreement with the player and his agent Jorge Mendes, who also represents Leny Yoro. Ugarte wants to go to Man United and so now they’re negotiating with PSG – also because United know that PSG are advancing well in talks to sign a new midfielder – Joao Neves.

Paris Saint-Germain have presented an official offer to Benfica for Neves – around €70m, but Benfica want more. Still, they understand that they will not get the full €120m release clause for Neves – they always tried to ask for this clause and this is why a deal didn’t happen earlier, but they now know that Neves has agreed terms with PSG.

Neves is convinced by the PSG project under Luis Enrique, and Benfica also know that PSG will not pay the clause. For now, the €70m offer is not enough, but negotiations are ongoing, and so PSG look like they could sign Neves in the next days.

So, it could be one in and one out in the PSG midfield as Ugarte is an option for Man United. However, I don’t have any substantial update on Adrien Rabiot and Man United now, despite links. The player’s camp is talking to several clubs after leaving Juventus on a free transfer, but at the moment I’m not aware of anything imminent with Man United.

Dani Olmo clause expires – what next for Bayern and Barca target?

Dani Olmo’s €60m release clause at RB Leipzig will now expire. So what does it mean? At the time of writing no one has triggered the release clause – there was no last-minute deal, it’s not happening. The relationship between Olmo and Leipzig remains excellent, and the idea remains that if Leipzig receive good proposals, even after the release clause expired, Olmo can still leave the club.

This is the idea, though of course it’s more difficult without a release clause as negotiations will be needed between interested clubs and Leipzig. Still, there is room for things to happen, even if there is nothing currently going on with Chelsea and Manchester City, despite rumours. Man City appreciate the player, but any reports of them working on the deal are fake news, they’ve not been working on the deal. Chelsea, meanwhile, believe they are already well covered with left-footed attacking players.

Still, there is interest from other Premier League clubs, so it could be an interesting situation to watch, let’s see if they will move in the next few days or weeks. Meanwhile, as I’ve previously reported, Olmo remains an option for Bayern Munich in case their deal for Xavi Simons collapses. Olmo is still on Bayern’s list, so let’s see what happens with Simons, as Olmo is still an option for Bayern.

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