Premier League transfer news and rumours
Ramsey set to stay for the season
There had been speculation that Aaron Ramsey could leave Arsenal in the January transfer window, but the Welsh midfielder has confirmed today that he will stay at the Emirates until the end of the season.
Ramsey’s contract talks with Arsenal collapsed, meaning he will be available on a free transfer next summer when his current deal expires.
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Quoted by Sky Sports, Ramsey said: “I am contracted to Arsenal and I am going to do my best now this season to try and achieve something special. Everything has been going great with the club.
“We thought we were in a position where we had agreed a deal but that’s no longer the case. So I just have to carry on playing my football and do my best for Arsenal this season, and I’ll leave the rest with the club now.”
Gazidis targets Ramsey
Meanwhile, AC Milan CEO Ivan Gazidis, formerly of Arsenal, wants to give his new employers the signing of Aaron Ramsey as a “welcome gift”. The 27-year-old has also been linked with Liverpool, Manchester United and Juventus. (Daily Star)
Lewandowski now ‘fine’ at Bayern
Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski has revealed that he had offers to leave the German champions during the summer but turned them down. The Poland international had been linked with Premier League sides Chelsea and Manchester United as well as La Liga giants Real Madrid.
Speaking to Polish media outlet Sportowe Fakty, he said: “I have received several [offers] from different clubs and I have spoken openly. I knew, regardless of the offer, that the club’s response would always be no. I did not like some things between me and Bayern, I had to clear it up first. Now I’m fine here and I cannot speak of disappointment because I’m in one of the biggest clubs in the world.” (Sky Sports)
Lucas Hernandez: Atletico Madrid to Manchester United
Man Utd are keen on Atletico Madrid defender Lucas Hernandez and have reportedly made a “mammoth bid” to sign the French international. United boss Jose Mourinho is aiming to strengthen his defence and will offer Hernandez a huge wage increase to join the Old Trafford club. It’s reported that Manchester City and Real Madrid have also bid for the 22-year-old. (Metro via Marca)
Clubs chase Ajax starlet De Ligt
According to Spanish media outlet Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona have made the first move to sign Ajax defender Matthijs de Ligt. The Dutch international, 19, is one of the most highly-rated youngsters in Europe and The Sun reports that he is also wanted by Manchester United and Manchester City. The Guardian adds that Bayern Munich and Tottenham are also interested.
Everton to move for Nasri?
The Daily Mail reports that Everton are preparing a “shock move” to bring Samir Nasri back to the Premier League when his doping ban ends. The former Arsenal and Manchester City midfielder, 31, was banned for “receiving an intravenous treatment at an LA clinic” but will be free to train with clubs from next month. However, the Liverpool Echo reports that Everton have denied the claims and have “absolutely no interest” in signing Nasri.
Piotr Zielinski: Napoli to Liverpool/Juventus
Liverpool and Juventus are both “keeping tabs” on Napoli star Piotr Zielinski. The Polish midfielder is reportedly in a “contract dispute with Napoli” over the release clause in a new deal. (Daily Mirror)
Nathan Ake: Bournemouth to Tottenham
Spurs have made Bournemouth star Nathan Ake their “top defensive target as they prepare for Jan Vertonghen’s exit”. Dutch defender Ake, formerly of Chelsea, is valued at around £40m. (The Sun)
Hysaj’s Chelsea move ‘blocked’
Elseid Hysaj’s agent Mario Giuffredi has revealed that Napoli stopped the right-back from signing for Chelsea. The Albania international is a favourite of Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri, who managed him at Empoli and Napoli. (TeamTalk)
