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  • Transfer Roundup: Doku, Paqueta, Phillips, Solanke, Mbappe, En-Nesyri, Greenwood, and More

    Transfer Roundup: Doku, Paqueta, Phillips, Solanke, Mbappe, En-Nesyri, Greenwood, and More

    By Daniel Edu

    The football transfer scene is buzzing with potential moves and developments:

    – **Jeremy Doku**: Manchester City and Belgian talent Jeremy Doku are reportedly finalizing personal terms after Rennes accepted City’s 60 million euro bid.

    – **Lucas Paqueta**: A potential £85 million move from West Ham to Manchester City for Brazilian midfielder Lucas Paqueta was disrupted due to ongoing investigations into potential betting rule violations.

    – **Kalvin Phillips**: Bayern Munich and Liverpool are reportedly interested in the 27-year-old English midfielder from Manchester City, Kalvin Phillips.

    – **Carlos Baleba**: Lille’s Cameroonian midfielder Carlos Baleba’s £25 million transfer to Brighton is close to completion.

    – **Dominic Solanke**: West Ham has submitted a £35 million bid for English striker Dominic Solanke from Bournemouth.

    – **Kylian Mbappe**: After talks with PSG’s Qatari ownership, Kylian Mbappe has given indications of considering extending his contract with the club.

    – **Youssef En-Nesyri**: Sevilla’s Moroccan striker Youssef En-Nesyri has attracted interest from West Ham United.

    – **Gabriel**: Despite interest from Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ittihad, Brazilian center defender Gabriel is expected to stay with Arsenal.

    – **Callum Hudson-Odoi**: Everton and Nottingham Forest are competing for Chelsea’s English winger Callum Hudson-Odoi.

    – **Folarin Balogun**: Arsenal’s American striker Folarin Balogun is still under negotiation with Chelsea.

    – **Gift Orban**: Fulham is competing with Tottenham for the signature of Nigerian striker Gift Orban from Gent.

    – **Hugo Lloris**: Negotiations between Lazio and Tottenham for French goalkeeper Hugo Lloris have been revived.

    – **Ernest Nuamah**: Ghanaian forward Ernest Nuamah from FC Nordsjaelland has drawn interest from West Ham, Burnley, Brighton, and Tottenham.

    – **Nuno Tavares**: Aston Villa is reportedly interested in Arsenal’s Portuguese left-back Nuno Tavares.

    – **Evan Ferguson**: Arsenal is considering 18-year-old Irish striker Evan Ferguson, but Tottenham is hesitant due to Brighton’s high asking price.

    – **Kyle Walker and Bernardo Silva**: Manchester City’s English right-back Kyle Walker and Portuguese midfielder Bernardo Silva are reportedly close to signing new contracts.

    – **Ryan Gravenberch**: Liverpool is monitoring talks between manager Thomas Tuchel and Bayern Munich’s Dutch midfielder Ryan Gravenberch.

    – **Manchester United**: Manchester United is looking to add a midfielder and goalkeeper before the transfer deadline.

    – **Mason Greenwood**: English striker Mason Greenwood is reportedly exploring opportunities in Turkey and Italy following Manchester United’s decision to part ways after a scandal.

    These potential moves and developments highlight the dynamic nature of the football transfer market.

  • Inter Milan Must Pay the Premium Price for Flo Balogun.

    Inter Milan Must Pay the Premium Price for Flo Balogun.

    Inter Milan Emerges as Potential Suitor for Arsenal’s Folarin Balogun

    Following failed negotiations between Inter Milan and Chelsea for Romelu Lukaku, Inter Milan has reportedly turned their attention to Arsenal’s forward, Folarin Balogun. Balogun, who spent last season on loan at Stade de Reims in Ligue Un, caught the attention of Inter Milan as they seek to bolster their attacking options.

    During his loan spell, Balogun impressed Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, who had instructed him to develop not only as a player but also as a person. The experience of playing abroad has provided Balogun with valuable lessons in maturity and growth, on and off the pitch.

    Loan spells are often beneficial for young players, allowing them to showcase their talents in competitive environments and influencing the decisions of their parent clubs regarding their long-term futures. William Saliba, an Arsenal defender, is a prime example of the advantages of consistent loan experiences, as he developed into a vital component of the team’s defense after loan spells at various clubs.

    While Balogun’s loan spell at Middlesbrough in the Championship wasn’t personally successful, his time at Stade de Reims was a resounding triumph. Under the guidance of manager William Still, Balogun thrived, scoring 21 goals and helping the club secure an 11th-place finish in Ligue Un. His impressive performances earned him a call-up to the United States national team, where he found the net against Canada in the Nations League finals.

    Upon his return to Arsenal, Balogun has made it clear that he does not wish to go out on loan again. This leaves Arsenal with two options: either include him in their plans for the upcoming season or sell him to the highest bidder. The club has set a price tag of £50 million for Balogun, and talks are reportedly underway between his representatives and Inter Milan. Although no official offer has been made, Inter Milan is expected to bid around £34.3 million, which falls short of Arsenal’s valuation.

    Arsenal’s negotiation team, led by Edu Gaspar, has been successful in securing Arteta’s desired targets early in the transfer window. However, the club has spent over £200 million while only recouping £27 million from player sales. With Balogun valued at £50 million, Arsenal must do everything possible to ensure that Inter Milan meets their asking price, as they do not want a repeat of the situation they faced with West Ham over Declan Rice, ultimately leading to a hefty transfer fee.

    At just 22 years old, Balogun possesses immense potential and is considered a valuable asset. Arsenal must hold firm and secure the premium price Inter Milan is willing to pay for the talented forward.