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Gyökeres dismisses comparisons: 'Of course I know the history'
Viktor Gyökeres does not embrace the comparison with Thierry Henry, even though he will be wearing the iconic number 14 shirt at Arsenal. The Swedish striker acknowledges its historical significance but chooses to let go of the sentiment.
United focuses its sights on two candidates in the hunt for a new striker
Manchester United is not focusing solely on Benjamin Sesko in their search for a new centre-forward. According to various English media outlets, Ollie Watkins who was the match-winner against the Netherlands at last year’s Euros is also seriously being considered.
Back on the market one year after costing 30 million euros
Roma are ready to sell Artem Dovbyk just one year after signing him from Girona for €30 million. Despite 17 goals, his performances have fallen short of expectations. Several clubs across Europe are monitoring the Ukrainian striker’s situation.
Granit Xhaka is returning to the Premier League
Granit Xhaka returns to the Premier League in a stunning €20 million move to newly promoted Sunderland. After winning a treble with Bayer Leverkusen, the Swiss international brings leadership, experience, and top-level quality to the Stadium of Light.
Guardiola fantasizes about quitting: 'Watching the cows as the train goes by'
Pep Guardiola plans to take a long break after his time at Manchester City. In an extensive interview with GQ Spain, the 54-year-old Spaniard said that he needs rest and wants to focus on his health.
De Ligt predicts a tactically improved Manchester United
Matthijs de Ligt has started preparations for the new season in high spirits. He finished last season with Manchester United in a disappointing fifteenth place in the Premier League, but believes he can make significant progress this year both physically and tactically.
Chelsea confirms: not Benfica, but Al-Nassr for João Félix
João Félix continues his career in Saudi Arabia. The Portuguese forward is making the move to Al-Nassr, where he will join fellow countrymen Cristiano Ronaldo and coach Jorge Jesus. This puts an end to hopes of a romantic return to Benfica.
Eberl puts Woltemade transfer on hold for now
Max Eberl signals a pause in Bayern’s transfer activity after the signing of Luis Díaz, expressing confidence in the current squad and downplaying interest in Nick Woltemade. With key injuries and market pressures, Bayern are opting for stability at least for now.
De Jong shares his opinion on the captaincy question at Barcelona
Frenkie de Jong gets to vote twice this year. His choice in the parliamentary elections on October 29 will likely remain private, but the Dutch midfielder was very clear about who gets his vote in Barcelona’s captaincy debate.
Flick leaves the decision on the captaincy to the Barcelona players
Barcelona are in South Korea preparing for the new La Liga season. Coach Hansi Flick spoke to the press there.