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Since Eddie Howe’s appointment as the manager of Newcastle United, the Magpies have experienced a remarkable resurgence, emerging as genuine contenders in the English football landscape. Howe’s astute transfer strategies and meticulous approach to rebuilding the squad have brought about a significant transformation at St. James’ Park. While Newcastle has yet to establish itself as an unstoppable force in the Premier League, the signs are pointing in that direction. The upcoming 2023/24 campaign will undoubtedly be a crucial litmus test, and the success of Howe’s further acquisitions will determine whether the club continues its upward trajectory or faces a reality…

In a significant development for Arsenal Football Club, young French defender William Saliba is on the brink of signing a new four-year contract, effectively resolving the long-drawn-out contract talks that had been ongoing for months. Saliba, 22, played a pivotal role in Arsenal’s pursuit of the Premier League title this season, showcasing his immense potential until an unfortunate injury prematurely curtailed his outstanding campaign back in March. As the promising defender diligently worked on his recovery from a serious back injury, negotiations between the Gunners and the player escalated amidst keen interest from rival clubs both domestically and abroad. Having…

In an exclusive Fact Files column for CaughtOffside, esteemed journalist Christian Falk has shed light on Benjamin Pavard’s intentions for the upcoming summer transfer window. The talented defender has reportedly expressed his desire to seek a new challenge, with Liverpool emerging as a prominent contender for his services. According to Falk, Pavard has informed his current club about his wish to depart ahead of the new season. The player’s representatives have wasted no time and have already initiated discussions with various potential suitors. Among these clubs, Liverpool has emerged as a strong candidate for the French international. Pavard’s desire for…

In the wake of Mauricio Pochettino’s appointment as Chelsea’s new manager, the Blues find themselves at a crucial juncture where prudent transfer dealings will be pivotal to restoring their competitive edge and rectifying recent missteps. Reports from football.london suggest that Chelsea is actively engaged in discussions with Southampton regarding the acquisition of their highly-rated 19-year-old sensation, Romeo Lavia. Despite Southampton’s recent relegation from the Championship, the Saints are holding firm on their valuation, with indications pointing towards a potential transfer fee in the region of £50 million for the talented midfielder. During the 2022/23 season, Lavia showcased remarkable performances that set…

In what promises to be a significant transfer move, Arsenal is reportedly closing in on securing the services of Manchester City’s talented right-back, Joao Cancelo. The Portuguese international, who was loaned out to Bayern Munich in the January transfer window, has failed to find a permanent home at the German club, thus paving the way for a potential move to the Emirates. The Gunners, led by their ambitious manager Mikel Arteta, showcased remarkable progress in the recently concluded 2022/23 campaign, albeit falling short of Manchester City’s immense quality. It was during their encounter at the Etihad Stadium that the gulf…

As the summer transfer window looms, Manchester United is facing a critical period where both incoming and outgoing deals must be executed flawlessly. With their sights set on bridging the gap to their swashbuckling, treble-hunting neighbors, the Red Devils cannot afford to carry any passengers along for the ride. However, the club’s transfer plans are contingent upon the impending ownership situation. Until the outcome of the ongoing takeover talks is clarified, Dutch manager Erik ten Hag finds himself in a position of uncertainty regarding the financial resources at his disposal. Undoubtedly, this is far from an ideal scenario for the…

Getty Images With Karim Benzema and Mariano Diaz leaving the club, Real Madrid has shown interest in acquiring new strikers, including Havertz and Harry Kane.  However, the La Liga side’s board consider the Blues’ valuation of €75 million for the German striker to be higher than their intentions and expectations.  Romano mentions that Real Madrid appreciates Havertz but will need to thoroughly discuss his situation in the coming days as more clubs may approach Chelsea. It is worth noting that Chelsea had to pay Bayer Leverkusen €75.8 million in 2020 to secure Havertz’s transfer to Stamford Bridge, a similar amount…

This may come as a surprise, considering Maguire’s limited appearances in the Premier League during Ten Hag’s first season in charge.  If United were to sign another center-back, as speculated, Maguire’s position in the squad would be further downgraded.  Despite being dropped from the starting lineup, the England international reportedly prefers to remain at United and is not keen on leaving the club this summer.  There are also suggestions that Ten Hag wants to sell Maguire to finance a move for Napoli’s Kim Min-jae.  Although there have been reports of interest from Tottenham, it is unclear if the prospect of…

Getty Images The Hammers secured a 2-1 win against Fiorentina, marking their first European trophy success since 1965.  Rice, who has been linked with a potential move to Arsenal, shared a photo of himself with the trophy on Instagram, captioned with “EUROPEAN CHAMPIONS!!!!!”  In response, Wright left multiple heart emojis in the comments.  Arsenal, Manchester United, and Bayern Munich have all expressed interest in signing Rice during the upcoming summer transfer window.  The midfielder’s current contract with West Ham is set to expire in 2024, and he has made 50 appearances this season, scoring 5 goals and providing 4 assists.

Sky Sports The French World Cup-winning defender is reportedly available for a transfer fee of €30-40m and has expressed his desire to leave the German side during the upcoming summer transfer window. Pavard showcased his quality in the Bundesliga last season with an impressive pass completion rate of 90%, along with solid defensive statistics.  United manager Erik ten Hag sees the midfielder’s versatility as a valuable asset and is keen to bring him to the club.  However, the Red Devils could face tough competition from other top European clubs including Manchester City, Real Madrid, and Barcelona.  In their search for…

Getty Images The Manchester City captain has been instrumental in his team’s pursuit of a treble, but his contract is set to expire at the end of the season.  Several top clubs, including Barcelona, have expressed interest in securing his services, and now PSG has emerged as a potential destination.  While City are keen to retain Gundogan, the French champions are looking to make a move for the midfielder, according to the latest report by L’ÉQUIPE.  However, the German international has made it clear that his focus is currently on the upcoming Champions League final, and he will make a…

Getty Images The 28-year-old joined Arsenal during the January transfer window and had a strong start, providing numerous assists. While he has only scored one goal so far, he is determined to increase his goal tally following his first full season with the club.  Trossard is also excited about participating in the Champions League, as his previous European experiences were limited to the Europa League with Arsenal and Genk.  The news of his absence from the national team came last week when Belgium head coach Domenico Tedesco announced the squad for the early summer qualifiers. It is expected that Trossard…