Arsenal Transfer Rumors
Atletico Madrid Star could be on his way to Arsenal in January
ARSENAL ON THE VERGE OF SIGNING 33 YEAR OLD SPANISH GIANTS STAR
The Gunners have been weak at the back for quiet some time now. Unai Emery brought reinforcements but it seems the team can be improved far more. Rumor has it Arsenal were alarmed when they found that 33 Year Old Spanish Giants Star wants a move away from the club.
Arsenal have been alerted of the Brazilian Born Atletico Madrid full back Felipe Luis‘ situation. Who was pushing for a move away from the Los Rojiblancos.
Felipe Luis ‘desperate for PSG move’ with French champions set to activate release clause https://t.co/B5zl4Mfe7E pic.twitter.com/9Ta6GVG7Jz
— EDAFE MATTHEW ESEOGHENE (@ELEGBETE1) August 22, 2018
PSG were on put on high alert.
Atleti put a price tag on Felipe Luis which the French Champions were unwilling to pay.
https://twitter.com/EagleHeadline/status/1031506405059112961
The price tag was believe to be around 30 million euros.
Atleti put such a high price tag on the 33 Year Old Spanish Giants Star because there was very little time in the transfer window and they couldn’t find replacements in such a short time.
Sources close to Felipe Luis said,
They have spoken and they will speak with the player,
making it clear to him that he is considered an important part of the squad for both the club and the coach,
The wish is for him to stay.
he knows what he has to bring [in terms of a transfer fee] if he does want to leave.
Source: Marca
Atleti have no plans to negotiate with the price they tag they have set on their full-back.
No formal offers have been made from PSG. But there seems to be a principle agreement between PSG and Felipe Luis.
French Champions have offered him a 2 year contract along with a year’s extension if he achieves the goals set for him.
Felipe Luis’ side of the story:
According to him the club went out of their way to “make his image worse“.
There was a chance to go to PSG,
I spoke to Atletico and asked them to let me go, just as they had released Gabi [who moved to Al Sadd] recently.
The club said that it wasn’t the same situation, despite similar periods of time remaining on our contracts.
In my situation there was little time before the window closed and finding a replacement would have been difficult.
When they said they did not want me to leave and they set a price that was not going to be paid, I accepted.
They said that I tried to force a move, but it’s a lie. I’ve got history with Atletico and it made me sad.
They tried to make my image worse at the club.
Source: Globesporte
THIS IS WHERE ARSENAL COME IN:
Arsenal have been following the Brazilian’s situation closely. Emery isn’t satisfied with the quality of full backs we have right now. We can move for him as early as January.
Since, his contract will end next summers. And it seems Felipe Luis has no plans to renew his contract.
So, Atleti might have to take a cut price deal.
He formerly played for our London rivals Chelsea FC.
Three weeks ago he told beIN SPORTS that his club weren’t willing to let him go.
Three weeks ago I held a meeting with the club to tell them where I stood,
But the club told me that they did not want me to leave and would not negotiate a transfer. From then on in I did not push for an exit
He’ll be a great addition to our club. And surely he’ll aid us in fixing our defensive woes this year. ')}
Arsenal are on the hunt in the market to replace their outgoing striker and they’ve targeted Depay
Arsenal are keen on replacing their outgoing striker with Memphis Depay in the summer. Other clubs such as Everton, Juventus, and newly taken over Newcastle are all looking for his signature, according to Superdeporte.
The Dutch star has had a troubled season at Barcelona so far. The forward is Blaugrana’s top scorer this season, however has seen himself play second fiddle to other forwards since January after Xavi returned as manager.
Depay moved to Barca on a free after impressing throughout his time at Lyon
Depay looked like he was finally at the right place under former manager Ronald Koeman earlier this season. However, the Dutch manager’s sack and Depay’s own injuries have seen him ousted as a starter for Barcelona.
A forward line that regularly features Torres, Aubameyang and Ousmane Dembele, Depay finds it hard to displace any.
Man Utd flop Memphis Depay ‘seduced’ by Premier League return with Arsenal among English giants keen on transfer https://t.co/IUiWYVKFMK
— The Sun Football ⚽ (@TheSunFootball) April 5, 2022
Depay joined Manchester United back in 2015. However, the then 21-year-old disappointed massively and was sent to Lyon in a season and half.
Nevertheless, he earned a much deserved free move to Barcelona with his scintillating showings in France. The Dutch forward has 10 goals and 2 assists so far this season.
Since Depay only joined on a two year deal, Barcelona feel this is their best chance at cashing in on him. Arsenal want to replace strikers Auba, Lacazette and Nketiah who all left or will leave on a free.
The French forward looks more outside than inside the club
Arsenal are not the only club looking at Depay
Depay can also fill in at the striker position, even though his main position is the left wing. This has led to three Premier League clubs, Arsenal, Everton and Newcastle target him for the summer.
Arsenal hope to replace Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang with another star, while Newcastle hope to make a statement signing.
Everton will be hoping to renovate their whole squad over the summer, if they avoid relegation that is.
It seems that Arsenal will have to contend with Newcastle for Coutinho as Gerrard hopes to keep the Brazilian
The Brazilian star is currently at Aston Villa on loan from Barcelona till the end of the season. The move back to England at Villa Park under Steven Gerrard has seen his stocks rise back up again as he’s turn his fortunes.
Seeing his performances, the Brazilian has started attracting the interest of several big English clubs. Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspurs are already interested, but now it seems newly taken over Newcastle are set to join the race.
.@FabrizioRomano: "I believe Premier League will be Coutinho's destiny. Gerrard wants to sign him but we'll see if Aston Villa or another club ends up singing him." pic.twitter.com/k1CvNKvtUg
— Barça Universal (@BarcaUniversal) March 31, 2022
The Brazilian star joined Barcelona from Liverpool in 2018. The move has, since, been a disappointment for all parties concerned.
Moreover, Coutinho spent two seasons away on loan at Bayern Munich, who let him go back to Barca after the spell ended.
Arsenal to contend against Newcastle for Coutinho as Gerrard wants him to stay
However, now according to Catalan news agency Sport, there are several suitors for the winger. Newcastle have now joined the race to lure over a resurgent Phillipe Coutinho in a bid to send a statement.
The North East side certainly have the finances to satisfy the player since their Saudi takeover. Reports have suggested that Arsenal have also been looking at the Brazilian.
🔄 (COUTINHO): Aston Villa are delighted with Philippe Coutinho. Arsenal are also interested, but the Brazilian has ruled out thr option of Newcastle.
• Coutinho rather prefers to lower his salary and feel happy and comfortable at a club.#FCB 🇧🇷
Via (🟢): @RogerTorello [md] pic.twitter.com/P8gx880pwt
— Barça Buzz (@Barca_Buzz) April 1, 2022
Arteta and director Edu are both keen on snatching the magician over to the Emirates. However, this deal might not be as easy or simple as it seems.
Aston Villa manager Gerrard has indicated it won’t be too difficult to convince Coutinho to stay at Villa Park.
Gerrard and Coutinho shared the same dressing room at Anfield for a number of years
“Phil wouldn’t have come here if he didn’t believe in the club, if he didn’t believe in the people.
“He has experienced playing here as a player for many years with Liverpool. I think the compliment should go to the club. First and foremost the ambition from above to make it happen to get a player like Phil in.”
Regardless, it is rather obvious that due to their previous relationship as teammates at Liverpool, Gerrard has leverage on making the Brazilian stay put.
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