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- Brazil fired more attempts (10 vs 9 shots).
- Brazil held more of the ball (57% possession).
Brazil defeated Ecuador 1-0 in the World Cup - Qualification South America. The fixture is part of the Group Stage - 7 stage in the 2026 season. The match was played at Couto Pereira in Curitiba. F. Tello officiated the match. The full-time result capped a Brazil vs Ecuador meeting in World Cup - Qualification South America with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for Brazil and Ecuador. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
World Cup - Qualification South AmericaRecorded meetings: 6 (available previous meetings, not necessarily all-time).
Brazil defeated Ecuador 1-0 in the World Cup - Qualification South America. The fixture is part of the Group Stage - 7 stage in the 2026 season. The match was played at Couto Pereira in Curitiba. F. Tello officiated the match. The full-time result capped a Brazil vs Ecuador meeting in World Cup - Qualification South America with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for Brazil and Ecuador. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
World Cup - Qualification South AmericaRecorded meetings: 6 (available previous meetings, not necessarily all-time).
While his participation in the Leagues Cup clash against Club Leon remains highly unlikely, Lionel Messi is reportedly set to return to Miami on Wednesday. Lionel Messi made an emergency flight to Argentina following the passing of his father, leaving Inter Miami in the middle of their 2026 Leagues Cup campaign. Now, reports indicate that the Argentine superstar is scheduled to return to Miami on Wednesday, though his participation in the team’s group stage finale against Club Leon remains highly unlikely. According to Argentine news outlet Todo Noticias, Messi is expected to arrive back in the United States on Wednesday. The forward will depart his hometown of Rosario in Santa Fe, Argentina, with his flight scheduled to take off at 10:30 p.m. local time. The expectation is for Messi to arrive by Wednesday afternoon to gradually resume activities with Inter Miami. However, with the Leagues Cup matchup against Club Leon scheduled for that same night at 9:30 p.m. ET, his availability for the match remains in serious doubt. When asked about a potential return ahead of the fixture against the Mexican side, Inter Miami head coach Guillermo Hoyos stated that he had “nothing” regarding the star’s exact timeline. Una dedicatoria desde el corazón para nuestro 10. 🩷 pic.twitter.com/sB2VVeqIcD— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) August 10, 2026 A return to South Florida alongside his family does not necessarily mean Messi will immediately rejoin squad activities. According to reports from Argentina, Inter Miami executives are granting their team captain full autonomy to manage his personal timeline before returning to the pitch. Timeline of Messi’s time in Argentina After receiving word of his father’s passing, Messi departed Fort Lauderdale on a private jet Saturday, August 8, landing at Islas Malvinas Airport in Fisherton before traveling directly to reunite with his brothers and close relatives. The Messi family gathered at El Prado private cemetery in Perez, a city adjacent to Rosario, to pay their final respects to Jorge Messi. On Sunday afternoon, Messi left the memorial grounds to return to his residence in the gated community of Kentucky in Funes. Over the past several days, he has spent private time surrounded by his wife Antonela Roccuzzo, their sons, and extended family. What lies ahead for Inter Miami? On the pitch, Inter Miami find themselves on the brink of elimination from the 2026 Leagues Cup while navigating a severe roster crunch along the frontline. Their crucial group stage match against Club Leon is set for Wednesday, August 12, and while the club are skating on thin ice in international play, the coming weeks will prove equally critical. On Saturday, the Herons travel to GEODIS Park to square off against Nashville SC in a high-stakes clash for the top spot in the 2026 Supporters’ Shield standings. Nashville currently lead the Supporters’ Shield race with 40 points, while Inter Miami sit close behind in second place with 38 points. Following that marquee fixture, Inter Miami will remain on the road to take on the Philadelphia Union next Wednesday.
Lionel Messi's return to Inter Miami remains uncertain after Guillermo Hoyos gave no updates in a press conference. Guillermo Hoyos addressed Lionel Messi‘s situation directly when asked about it in a press conference, offering a raw and honest response about the pain surrounding his captain’s absence. “We know what happened with Leo, and it’s a very deep pain — we’ve suffered a lot because of it,” the Inter Miami coach said. When the reporter followed up, asking specifically whether he had any information on a possible return date, Hoyos kept his answer short and direct: “Nothing,” he said, offering no further details or timeline for when Messi might be back with the squad. Messi has been away from the team since the passing of his father, Jorge Messi, last Friday, missing Inter Miami‘s Leagues Cup loss to Monterrey as he traveled to Argentina to be with his family. His absence has left a significant void both emotionally and on the field for a Miami side now fighting to keep its tournament hopes alive. That fight continues Wednesday, August 12, when Inter Miami host Club Leon at Nu Stadium in what could already be a dead rubber. Miami risk being mathematically eliminated from the Leagues Cup as early as Tuesday, August 11, one day before that match, depending on results elsewhere in the MLS table — meaning they could take the field against Leon already out of contention for the knockout rounds. Lionel Messi of Inter Miami. (Getty Images) When could Messi return? If Messi doesn’t make it back for the Leon match, attention turns to Inter Miami’s next fixtures on the calendar: an MLS clash with Nashville SC on August 15, or the August 19 meeting with Philadelphia Union. Miami’s own tournament situation could end up shaping that decision as much as anything else. Should the club already be eliminated from the Leagues Cup by the time they face Leon, there would be little competitive reason to rush Messi back for a match with nothing riding on it. The Leagues Cup situation would potentially push his return even further out, toward Nashville or Philadelphia, once there’s an actual result on the line.
Lionel Messi's Inter Miami find themselves in a tough spot and could be eliminated from the Leagues Cup before their clash with Club Leon. Lionel Messi‘s Inter Miami are at risk of being eliminated from the 2026 Leagues Cup before they even take the field for their third group-stage match, after a 1-2 loss to Monterrey severely complicated their path to the knockout rounds. Messi did not feature in that defeat, sitting out following the passing of his father, Jorge Messi, a day earlier. His absence left Inter Miami without their captain and top scorer as they dropped their second match of the tournament, a result that now puts their qualification hopes in serious jeopardy. Miami sit on three points through two matches, having opened with a 4-2 win over Atletico San Luis before falling to Monterrey. That leaves them well behind the pace in the MLS table, where six clubs — Austin FC, Charlotte, Chicago Fire, Cincinnati, Columbus Crew and Dallas — already have six points apiece, with LAFC on five and Real Salt Lake on four. Miami could be mathematically eliminated as early as Tuesday, August 11, one day before their scheduled clash with Club Leon on Wednesday, August 12 at Nu Stadium in Miami. Omar Gálvez #200 of Monterrey and Casemiro #5 of Inter Miami CF. (Getty Images) That elimination scenario would require Charlotte, Cincinnati and Columbus to all draw their matches — even if they go on to lose in penalty shootouts — while Real Salt Lake defeat Juarez, a combination that would leave Miami unable to climb into the MLS table’s top four regardless of how they perform against Leon. How Leagues Cup qualification works The tournament is built around two separate 18-team standings tables, one for MLS clubs and one for Liga MX clubs, with only the top four finishers in each table advancing to the knockout rounds. Points are awarded on a tiered scale: a win in regulation is worth three points, while any match that finishes level after 90 minutes goes straight to penalties, with the shootout winner collecting two points and the loser one. That system means goal difference and overall points accumulated across all three group-stage matches ultimately decide who advances, rather than head-to-head results within a smaller pool of teams — which is exactly why results from other MLS clubs on Miami’s off day could end their tournament before they even step onto the field against Leon.
Roma is preparing an approach worth €25 million for Inter winger Luis Henrique, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport. Inter reportedly values the Brazilian closer to €30 million, leaving a gap of approximately €5 million between Roma’s planned proposal and the amount required to begin serious negotiations. Roma has not submitted the offer yet. The […] The post Roma prepares €25 million move for Inter winger Luis Henrique appeared first on SoccerNews.
Vinicius Junior put pen to paper on a six-year contract with Real Madrid last week (Picture: Reuters) Vinicius Junior’s team reportedly reached out to Arsenal to explain why the forward had decided to stay on at Real Madrid last week, even thanking the Gunners for the treatment they had received during their back-and-forth. Eyebrows were raised as the 26-year-old attacker emerged as a surprise target for Arsenal this summer, with talks over a contract extension previously breaking down after two separate pushes by Madrid. Mikel Arteta was believed to be ‘absolutely smitten’ with the idea of coaxing Vinicius to north London and Arsenal bosses had been prepared to make the 2024 Ballon d’Or runner-up the highest-paid player in Premier League history. But a major breakthrough in negotiations between Madrid and Vinicius a week ago convinced the Brazilian to stay put and commit his future to Los Blancos, bringing Arsenal’s pursuit to an abrupt halt. Get the latest transfer news every morning Sign up to our daily football newsletter for personalised updates on who your team is trying to sign and who won't be around next season. It was subsequently announced that Vinicius Junior had put pen to paper on a six-year contract at Madrid, tying him to the La Liga giants until June 2032. According to The Athletic, Vinicius had been ‘genuinely attracted’ by Arsenal’s proposal, a move that had been approved at all levels within the Premier League champions’ hierarchy. It’s claimed the ambitious offer was made to Vinicius’ camp after ‘months of behind-the-scenes work’ and ‘high-level’ dialogue between head coach Arteta and key decision makers at Arsenal. The Brazilian had been ‘genuinely attracted’ by Arsenal’s move (Picture: PA) Arteta was ‘absolutely smitten’ with the idea of signing Vinicius (Picture: Getty) But after twice being rejected by Vinicius, Madrid’s efforts reached a ‘turning point’ last Wednesday. Just hours later, the superstar winger had wiped his Instagram page in preparation for a new chapter at the Bernabeu and official confirmation of his renewal followed soon after. The report states that Arsenal first began to get serious about Vinicius over the winter, ‘speaking at length’ with the Brazil international and his entourage to outline the project he would be spearheading under Arteta. Continued ‘frosty’ relations between Vinicius and Madrid gave Arsenal increasing confidence that a deal had been possible – and the Gunners were optimistic of pulling off a sensational coup right up until last week. Vinicius was desperate to get his future resolved after returning from the World Cup (Picture: Getty) Vinicius’ inner circle are said to have confirmed the player’s contract agreement to Arsenal last Wednesday, with representatives expressing their gratitude for how the north London giants had handled themselves during their pursuit. The report adds that Vinicius’ camp stressed that the decision was reached due to Vinicius ‘affection’ for Madrid and the significant ‘financial effort’ that had been made to keep him in the Spanish capital. While there was understandable ‘disappointment’ at the Emirates, Arsenal bosses were also ‘accepting’ of Vinicius’ decision, aware that such a move was always going to come with the strong possibility of failure. The Athletic claim that many at Arsenal saw it as an indicator of progression that they had even been in with a shot of capturing one of the most high-profile players in the world game. Forced to consider alternatives, Arsenal have been tentatively linked with Paris Saint-Germain’s Bradley Barcola and Juventus’ Kenan Yildiz in recent days. The Gunners moved to replace Leandro Trossard with the addition of Club Brugge winger Christos Tzolis last month, before Bruno Guimaraes joined in a £75million deal from Newcastle to reinforce Arteta’s title-winning midfield. The English champions have also brought in Illan Meslier on a free transfer as cover for David Raya, while Piero Hincapie was signe
Arsenal are open to offers for Myles Lewis-Skelly (Picture: Getty) Chelsea and Manchester United have been informed of the price it would take to sign Myles Lewis-Skelly from Arsenal. The England international appeared to have resurrected his Gunners career during last season’s run-in when he was parachuted back into the side and offered the chance to shine in his preferred central midfield role. Having been forced to watch much of Arsenal’s title-winning campaign from the sidelines, a late change of heart, coupled with Martin Zubimendi’s loss of form, saw the Hale End Academy graduate back in the side for a run of crucial fixtures. A polished display in the Champions League final rounded off an impressive series of performances and it appeared he was set for a key role in Mikel Arteta’s side, especially given he signed a new long-term contract just over a year ago. Get the latest transfer news every morning Sign up to our daily football newsletter for personalised updates on who your team is trying to sign and who won't be around next season. The recent signing of Bruno Guimaraes has, however, added an extra layer of competition for places in Arsenal’s engine room and the arrival of the Brazil international has coincided with fresh speculation about Lewis-Skelly’s future. Reports claim the versatile midfielder, who can also play at left-back, has been offered to Chelsea while United were also sounded out earlier this summer. According to The Guardian, Arsenal would demand a modest fee in the region of £45million which would comfortably be in budget for their Premier League rivals. Myles Lewis-Skelly could be on the move this summer (Picture: Getty) United are keen to sign a left-sided defender given the doubts surrounding the durability of Luke Shaw. Newcastle United’s Lewis Hall is a top target but the Magpies are holding out for a huge price which could prompt Michael Carrick to look elsewhere. RB Leipzig’s 28-year-old left-back David Raum is on the club’s radar, while Racing Santander defender Jorge Salinas has been scouted but he looks set to join Atletico Madrid instead. With Arsenal still requiring a left-sided forward, club legend Lee Dixon envisages a scenario whereby a swap deal involving Marcus Rashford could suit all parties. Myles Lewis-Skelly has been offered to Chelsea (Picture: Getty) ‘Would I swap them? You know what, I probably would,’ the ex-Arsenal and England full-back told BestBettingSites.. ‘That’s nothing against Myles Lewis-Skelly; it’s about giving him the freedom to go and expand his game elsewhere. ‘With Marcus Rashford, he’s a player who needs an arm around his shoulder, and Arteta would be great for him. ‘Give him that love, give him the freedom to play on that left side, and yeah, I’d like to see him in an Arsenal shirt.’ Comment now Comments Add Metro as a Preferred Source on Google Add as preferred source
Newcastle United have been offered the opportunity to sign Davide Frattesi and Aleksandar Stankovic. The Magpies have recently sanctioned the departure of Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes. They need more depth and quality in the middle of the park, and the two Inter Milan players could prove to be useful additions. Frattesi has been linked […] The post Newcastle offered £26m-rated midfielder as major transfer opportunity emerges appeared first on CaughtOffside.
The 34-year-old's contract at his boyhood club is set to expire in December, and he has previously indicated that he could retire from the game in its entirety when that happens.
Chelsea also made aware of 19-year-old’s availabilityNewcastle’s Lewis Hall remains prime United targetMyles Lewis-Skelly has been offered to Manchester United as a potential left-back option, with Arsenal wishing to recoup some of the £75m paid to Newcastle for Bruno Guimarães.Chelsea, it is understood, have also been made aware of the 19-year-old’s availability. Lewis-Skelly won the Premier League under Mikel Arteta last term, but whether the west London club will make a move for him is unclear. Continue reading...
Martin Zubimendi has been linked with a move away from Arsenal in recent weeks. The Gunners have signed Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United, and there has been speculation that the 27-year-old Spanish international could be on the way out. However, a report from Estadio Deportivo claims that Arsenal are not considering his departure, and they […] The post Chelsea and Real Madrid told to pay €90 million for Arsenal star appeared first on CaughtOffside.
La Liga's biggest stars are better paid than the Premier League's... The post Top 10 highest-paid players in each of the big five European leagues: La Liga tops Premier League appeared first on Planet Football.
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While his participation in the Leagues Cup clash against Club Leon remains highly unlikely, Lionel Messi is reportedly set to return to Miami on Wednesday. Lionel Messi made an emergency flight to Argentina following the passing of his father, leaving Inter Miami in the middle of their 2026 Leagues Cup campaign. Now, reports indicate that the Argentine superstar is scheduled to return to Miami on Wednesday, though his participation in the team’s group stage finale against Club Leon remains highly unlikely. According to Argentine news outlet Todo Noticias, Messi is expected to arrive back in the United States on Wednesday. The forward will depart his hometown of Rosario in Santa Fe, Argentina, with his flight scheduled to take off at 10:30 p.m. local time. The expectation is for Messi to arrive by Wednesday afternoon to gradually resume activities with Inter Miami. However, with the Leagues Cup matchup against Club Leon scheduled for that same night at 9:30 p.m. ET, his availability for the match remains in serious doubt. When asked about a potential return ahead of the fixture against the Mexican side, Inter Miami head coach Guillermo Hoyos stated that he had “nothing” regarding the star’s exact timeline. Una dedicatoria desde el corazón para nuestro 10. 🩷 pic.twitter.com/sB2VVeqIcD— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) August 10, 2026 A return to South Florida alongside his family does not necessarily mean Messi will immediately rejoin squad activities. According to reports from Argentina, Inter Miami executives are granting their team captain full autonomy to manage his personal timeline before returning to the pitch. Timeline of Messi’s time in Argentina After receiving word of his father’s passing, Messi departed Fort Lauderdale on a private jet Saturday, August 8, landing at Islas Malvinas Airport in Fisherton before traveling directly to reunite with his brothers and close relatives. The Messi family gathered at El Prado private cemetery in Perez, a city adjacent to Rosario, to pay their final respects to Jorge Messi. On Sunday afternoon, Messi left the memorial grounds to return to his residence in the gated community of Kentucky in Funes. Over the past several days, he has spent private time surrounded by his wife Antonela Roccuzzo, their sons, and extended family. What lies ahead for Inter Miami? On the pitch, Inter Miami find themselves on the brink of elimination from the 2026 Leagues Cup while navigating a severe roster crunch along the frontline. Their crucial group stage match against Club Leon is set for Wednesday, August 12, and while the club are skating on thin ice in international play, the coming weeks will prove equally critical. On Saturday, the Herons travel to GEODIS Park to square off against Nashville SC in a high-stakes clash for the top spot in the 2026 Supporters’ Shield standings. Nashville currently lead the Supporters’ Shield race with 40 points, while Inter Miami sit close behind in second place with 38 points. Following that marquee fixture, Inter Miami will remain on the road to take on the Philadelphia Union next Wednesday.
Lionel Messi's return to Inter Miami remains uncertain after Guillermo Hoyos gave no updates in a press conference. Guillermo Hoyos addressed Lionel Messi‘s situation directly when asked about it in a press conference, offering a raw and honest response about the pain surrounding his captain’s absence. “We know what happened with Leo, and it’s a very deep pain — we’ve suffered a lot because of it,” the Inter Miami coach said. When the reporter followed up, asking specifically whether he had any information on a possible return date, Hoyos kept his answer short and direct: “Nothing,” he said, offering no further details or timeline for when Messi might be back with the squad. Messi has been away from the team since the passing of his father, Jorge Messi, last Friday, missing Inter Miami‘s Leagues Cup loss to Monterrey as he traveled to Argentina to be with his family. His absence has left a significant void both emotionally and on the field for a Miami side now fighting to keep its tournament hopes alive. That fight continues Wednesday, August 12, when Inter Miami host Club Leon at Nu Stadium in what could already be a dead rubber. Miami risk being mathematically eliminated from the Leagues Cup as early as Tuesday, August 11, one day before that match, depending on results elsewhere in the MLS table — meaning they could take the field against Leon already out of contention for the knockout rounds. Lionel Messi of Inter Miami. (Getty Images) When could Messi return? If Messi doesn’t make it back for the Leon match, attention turns to Inter Miami’s next fixtures on the calendar: an MLS clash with Nashville SC on August 15, or the August 19 meeting with Philadelphia Union. Miami’s own tournament situation could end up shaping that decision as much as anything else. Should the club already be eliminated from the Leagues Cup by the time they face Leon, there would be little competitive reason to rush Messi back for a match with nothing riding on it. The Leagues Cup situation would potentially push his return even further out, toward Nashville or Philadelphia, once there’s an actual result on the line.
Lionel Messi's Inter Miami find themselves in a tough spot and could be eliminated from the Leagues Cup before their clash with Club Leon. Lionel Messi‘s Inter Miami are at risk of being eliminated from the 2026 Leagues Cup before they even take the field for their third group-stage match, after a 1-2 loss to Monterrey severely complicated their path to the knockout rounds. Messi did not feature in that defeat, sitting out following the passing of his father, Jorge Messi, a day earlier. His absence left Inter Miami without their captain and top scorer as they dropped their second match of the tournament, a result that now puts their qualification hopes in serious jeopardy. Miami sit on three points through two matches, having opened with a 4-2 win over Atletico San Luis before falling to Monterrey. That leaves them well behind the pace in the MLS table, where six clubs — Austin FC, Charlotte, Chicago Fire, Cincinnati, Columbus Crew and Dallas — already have six points apiece, with LAFC on five and Real Salt Lake on four. Miami could be mathematically eliminated as early as Tuesday, August 11, one day before their scheduled clash with Club Leon on Wednesday, August 12 at Nu Stadium in Miami. Omar Gálvez #200 of Monterrey and Casemiro #5 of Inter Miami CF. (Getty Images) That elimination scenario would require Charlotte, Cincinnati and Columbus to all draw their matches — even if they go on to lose in penalty shootouts — while Real Salt Lake defeat Juarez, a combination that would leave Miami unable to climb into the MLS table’s top four regardless of how they perform against Leon. How Leagues Cup qualification works The tournament is built around two separate 18-team standings tables, one for MLS clubs and one for Liga MX clubs, with only the top four finishers in each table advancing to the knockout rounds. Points are awarded on a tiered scale: a win in regulation is worth three points, while any match that finishes level after 90 minutes goes straight to penalties, with the shootout winner collecting two points and the loser one. That system means goal difference and overall points accumulated across all three group-stage matches ultimately decide who advances, rather than head-to-head results within a smaller pool of teams — which is exactly why results from other MLS clubs on Miami’s off day could end their tournament before they even step onto the field against Leon.
Roma is preparing an approach worth €25 million for Inter winger Luis Henrique, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport. Inter reportedly values the Brazilian closer to €30 million, leaving a gap of approximately €5 million between Roma’s planned proposal and the amount required to begin serious negotiations. Roma has not submitted the offer yet. The […] The post Roma prepares €25 million move for Inter winger Luis Henrique appeared first on SoccerNews.
Vinicius Junior put pen to paper on a six-year contract with Real Madrid last week (Picture: Reuters) Vinicius Junior’s team reportedly reached out to Arsenal to explain why the forward had decided to stay on at Real Madrid last week, even thanking the Gunners for the treatment they had received during their back-and-forth. Eyebrows were raised as the 26-year-old attacker emerged as a surprise target for Arsenal this summer, with talks over a contract extension previously breaking down after two separate pushes by Madrid. Mikel Arteta was believed to be ‘absolutely smitten’ with the idea of coaxing Vinicius to north London and Arsenal bosses had been prepared to make the 2024 Ballon d’Or runner-up the highest-paid player in Premier League history. But a major breakthrough in negotiations between Madrid and Vinicius a week ago convinced the Brazilian to stay put and commit his future to Los Blancos, bringing Arsenal’s pursuit to an abrupt halt. Get the latest transfer news every morning Sign up to our daily football newsletter for personalised updates on who your team is trying to sign and who won't be around next season. It was subsequently announced that Vinicius Junior had put pen to paper on a six-year contract at Madrid, tying him to the La Liga giants until June 2032. According to The Athletic, Vinicius had been ‘genuinely attracted’ by Arsenal’s proposal, a move that had been approved at all levels within the Premier League champions’ hierarchy. It’s claimed the ambitious offer was made to Vinicius’ camp after ‘months of behind-the-scenes work’ and ‘high-level’ dialogue between head coach Arteta and key decision makers at Arsenal. The Brazilian had been ‘genuinely attracted’ by Arsenal’s move (Picture: PA) Arteta was ‘absolutely smitten’ with the idea of signing Vinicius (Picture: Getty) But after twice being rejected by Vinicius, Madrid’s efforts reached a ‘turning point’ last Wednesday. Just hours later, the superstar winger had wiped his Instagram page in preparation for a new chapter at the Bernabeu and official confirmation of his renewal followed soon after. The report states that Arsenal first began to get serious about Vinicius over the winter, ‘speaking at length’ with the Brazil international and his entourage to outline the project he would be spearheading under Arteta. Continued ‘frosty’ relations between Vinicius and Madrid gave Arsenal increasing confidence that a deal had been possible – and the Gunners were optimistic of pulling off a sensational coup right up until last week. Vinicius was desperate to get his future resolved after returning from the World Cup (Picture: Getty) Vinicius’ inner circle are said to have confirmed the player’s contract agreement to Arsenal last Wednesday, with representatives expressing their gratitude for how the north London giants had handled themselves during their pursuit. The report adds that Vinicius’ camp stressed that the decision was reached due to Vinicius ‘affection’ for Madrid and the significant ‘financial effort’ that had been made to keep him in the Spanish capital. While there was understandable ‘disappointment’ at the Emirates, Arsenal bosses were also ‘accepting’ of Vinicius’ decision, aware that such a move was always going to come with the strong possibility of failure. The Athletic claim that many at Arsenal saw it as an indicator of progression that they had even been in with a shot of capturing one of the most high-profile players in the world game. Forced to consider alternatives, Arsenal have been tentatively linked with Paris Saint-Germain’s Bradley Barcola and Juventus’ Kenan Yildiz in recent days. The Gunners moved to replace Leandro Trossard with the addition of Club Brugge winger Christos Tzolis last month, before Bruno Guimaraes joined in a £75million deal from Newcastle to reinforce Arteta’s title-winning midfield. The English champions have also brought in Illan Meslier on a free transfer as cover for David Raya, while Piero Hincapie was signe
Arsenal are open to offers for Myles Lewis-Skelly (Picture: Getty) Chelsea and Manchester United have been informed of the price it would take to sign Myles Lewis-Skelly from Arsenal. The England international appeared to have resurrected his Gunners career during last season’s run-in when he was parachuted back into the side and offered the chance to shine in his preferred central midfield role. Having been forced to watch much of Arsenal’s title-winning campaign from the sidelines, a late change of heart, coupled with Martin Zubimendi’s loss of form, saw the Hale End Academy graduate back in the side for a run of crucial fixtures. A polished display in the Champions League final rounded off an impressive series of performances and it appeared he was set for a key role in Mikel Arteta’s side, especially given he signed a new long-term contract just over a year ago. Get the latest transfer news every morning Sign up to our daily football newsletter for personalised updates on who your team is trying to sign and who won't be around next season. The recent signing of Bruno Guimaraes has, however, added an extra layer of competition for places in Arsenal’s engine room and the arrival of the Brazil international has coincided with fresh speculation about Lewis-Skelly’s future. Reports claim the versatile midfielder, who can also play at left-back, has been offered to Chelsea while United were also sounded out earlier this summer. According to The Guardian, Arsenal would demand a modest fee in the region of £45million which would comfortably be in budget for their Premier League rivals. Myles Lewis-Skelly could be on the move this summer (Picture: Getty) United are keen to sign a left-sided defender given the doubts surrounding the durability of Luke Shaw. Newcastle United’s Lewis Hall is a top target but the Magpies are holding out for a huge price which could prompt Michael Carrick to look elsewhere. RB Leipzig’s 28-year-old left-back David Raum is on the club’s radar, while Racing Santander defender Jorge Salinas has been scouted but he looks set to join Atletico Madrid instead. With Arsenal still requiring a left-sided forward, club legend Lee Dixon envisages a scenario whereby a swap deal involving Marcus Rashford could suit all parties. Myles Lewis-Skelly has been offered to Chelsea (Picture: Getty) ‘Would I swap them? You know what, I probably would,’ the ex-Arsenal and England full-back told BestBettingSites.. ‘That’s nothing against Myles Lewis-Skelly; it’s about giving him the freedom to go and expand his game elsewhere. ‘With Marcus Rashford, he’s a player who needs an arm around his shoulder, and Arteta would be great for him. ‘Give him that love, give him the freedom to play on that left side, and yeah, I’d like to see him in an Arsenal shirt.’ Comment now Comments Add Metro as a Preferred Source on Google Add as preferred source
Newcastle United have been offered the opportunity to sign Davide Frattesi and Aleksandar Stankovic. The Magpies have recently sanctioned the departure of Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes. They need more depth and quality in the middle of the park, and the two Inter Milan players could prove to be useful additions. Frattesi has been linked […] The post Newcastle offered £26m-rated midfielder as major transfer opportunity emerges appeared first on CaughtOffside.
The 34-year-old's contract at his boyhood club is set to expire in December, and he has previously indicated that he could retire from the game in its entirety when that happens.
Chelsea also made aware of 19-year-old’s availabilityNewcastle’s Lewis Hall remains prime United targetMyles Lewis-Skelly has been offered to Manchester United as a potential left-back option, with Arsenal wishing to recoup some of the £75m paid to Newcastle for Bruno Guimarães.Chelsea, it is understood, have also been made aware of the 19-year-old’s availability. Lewis-Skelly won the Premier League under Mikel Arteta last term, but whether the west London club will make a move for him is unclear. Continue reading...
Martin Zubimendi has been linked with a move away from Arsenal in recent weeks. The Gunners have signed Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United, and there has been speculation that the 27-year-old Spanish international could be on the way out. However, a report from Estadio Deportivo claims that Arsenal are not considering his departure, and they […] The post Chelsea and Real Madrid told to pay €90 million for Arsenal star appeared first on CaughtOffside.
La Liga's biggest stars are better paid than the Premier League's... The post Top 10 highest-paid players in each of the big five European leagues: La Liga tops Premier League appeared first on Planet Football.
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