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Who won the transfer window? Arsenal, Man Utd, Man City, Chelsea and Liverpool rated
The Premier League’s biggest clubs spent heavily again this summer, but winning the transfer window is about more than simply spending the most money. Arsenal strengthened an already title-winning squad, Manchester United rebuilt their midfield, Liverpool replaced several established stars, Chelsea continued reshaping under Xabi Alonso and Manchester City completed perhaps the most dramatic overhaul […] The post Who won the transfer window? Arsenal, Man Utd, Man City, Chelsea and Liverpool r...
Ambitious or unrealistic? How Arsenal’s Vini Jr pursuit cost them another signing
It seems Arsenal’s interest in an ambitious move for Vinicius Junior ended up costing them in their transfer pursuit of Morgan Rogers. The Gunners looked to be in a strong position for Rogers, but he ultimately ended up joining Chelsea in a big-money move. In what was a frustrating summer for Arsenal, they also missed […] The post Ambitious or unrealistic? How Arsenal’s Vini Jr pursuit cost them another signing appeared first on CaughtOffside .
Arsenal CEO explains transfer strategy after failing to sign marquee attacker
Arsenal CEO Richard Garlick has offered an insight into the club’s approach to transfers, insisting the Premier League champions try to conduct negotiations in a sensible and principled way rather than simply chasing deals at any cost. It comes at the end of another important summer for Arsenal, with Mikel Arteta’s squad reshaped through several […] The post Arsenal CEO explains transfer strategy after failing to sign marquee attacker appeared first on CaughtOffside .
Mikel Arteta uncertainty led to Arsenal missing out on Deadline Day signing
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta was reportedly unconvinced by Malick Fofana as he ended up making a late summer transfer window move. The highly-rated young Belgium international is on his way to Sunderland instead, but towards the end of the window he was offered to Arsenal. Still, it seems Gunners boss Arteta was one key figure […] The post Mikel Arteta uncertainty led to Arsenal missing out on Deadline Day signing appeared first on CaughtOffside .
‘I would be stunned’ – Neville tells Arteta to drop Arsenal player against Chelsea
Gary Neville believes Mikel Arteta should make a significant change to Arsenal’s starting line-up against Chelsea by bringing Eberechi Eze in for summer signing Christos Tzolis. Tzolis has made an encouraging start to life in north London following his £34m move from Club Brugge. Want more CaughtOffside coverage? Add us as a preferred source on […] The post ‘I would be stunned’ – Neville tells Arteta to drop Arsenal player against Chelsea appeared first on CaughtOffside .
“We will be back for you” – Liverpool spoke directly to Chelsea transfer target on Deadline Day
Liverpool reportedly spoke with both Monaco and Lamine Camara on Deadline Day when it looked like his transfer to Chelsea was in doubt. According to Ben Jacobs, the Reds were not in the market for Camara this summer, and were not trying to interfere in any way with Chelsea’s potential move to sign him. Want […] The post “We will be back for you” – Liverpool spoke directly to Chelsea transfer target on Deadline Day appeared first on CaughtOffside .
(Photo) Midfielder pictured at airport on way to signing for Arsenal on 5-yr contract
Highly-rated midfield wonderkid Andria Bartishvili has been pictured at the airport on his way to completing a transfer to Arsenal. According to Geo Team, the talented 17-year-old is travelling to London to put the finishing touches on a five-year deal with the Gunners. Want more CaughtOffside coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google […] The post (Photo) Midfielder pictured at airport on way to signing for Arsenal on 5-yr contract appeared first on CaughtOffside .
After Trossard & Martinelli exit: One Arsenal player has now become crucial this season
Eberechi Eze suddenly looks like one of Arsenal’s most important attacking players after a summer that dramatically reduced Mikel Arteta’s options on the left side. Leandro Trossard, Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus have all departed, removing three experienced forwards who could operate across multiple positions. Want more CaughtOffside coverage? Add us as a preferred source […] The post After Trossard & Martinelli exit: One Arsenal player has now become crucial this season appeared fir...
One big Man United mistake that saw them miss out on £50m transfer and help their rivals
Manchester United reportedly wanted to sign Lewis Hall this summer, but simply left it too late with their move for the Newcastle United left-back. The Red Devils directly approached the Magpies over Hall, as they were keen to bring in the talented young defender for around £50m. It might have been possible if they’d moved […] The post One big Man United mistake that saw them miss out on £50m transfer and help their rivals appeared first on CaughtOffside .
Details emerge on Man United’s interest in ambitious £70m Arsenal transfer raid
Manchester United reportedly had a genuine interest in Arsenal star Myles Lewis-Skelly this summer, though he was too expensive. It seems the Red Devils explored a number of options in midfield in the last few months, with their three new signings in that position ending up as Youri Tielemans, Andrey Santos, and Carlos Baleba. Lewis-Skelly […] The post Details emerge on Man United’s interest in ambitious £70m Arsenal transfer raid appeared first on CaughtOffside .
Reason why Man United struggled in their pursuit of a new left-back this summer
Manchester United’s long search for a new left-back ended without a signing on deadline day, leaving Michael Carrick to rely on Luke Shaw and makeshift alternatives for the first half of the season. United explored several options throughout the closing stages of the window, but their preference was increasingly clear: they wanted a high-quality short-term […] The post Reason why Man United struggled in their pursuit of a new left-back this summer appeared first on CaughtOffside .
Sources: Chelsea expected to pursue Arsenal transfer target as Lamine Camara alternative
Chelsea are understood to be targeting a move for Atletico Madrid midfielder Pablo Barrios as an alternative to Monaco’s Lamine Camara. The Blues notably came close to signing Camara on Deadline Day, only to be left furious with Monaco as they cancelled the deal at the last minute. Chelsea will now switch their focus to […] The post Sources: Chelsea expected to pursue Arsenal transfer target as Lamine Camara alternative appeared first on CaughtOffside .
Clear-the-air talks held with player after failure to seal late Liverpool exit
Cody Gakpo has reportedly held talks with Liverpool’s hierarchy after seeing a potential deadline-day move to Manchester City blocked. The Netherlands international had been open to leaving Anfield after City stepped up their interest late in the window, but Liverpool ultimately refused to sanction his departure. Want more CaughtOffside coverage? Add us as a preferred […] The post Clear-the-air talks held with player after failure to seal late Liverpool exit appeared first on CaughtOffside .
Fabrizio Romano reveals Chelsea left “furious” as club U-turn over written transfer agreement
Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Chelsea were left furious with Monaco as they cancelled the transfer of Lamine Camara at the last minute. The Senegal international looked like he was going to be on his way to Stamford Bridge last night, but Monaco surprisingly pulled the plug on the deal. Romano says Chelsea are now […] The post Fabrizio Romano reveals Chelsea left “furious” as club U-turn over written transfer agreement appeared first on CaughtOffside .
Man United plan major overhaul for next summer, four players are ‘on trial’ this season
Manchester United are already looking ahead to next summer, with the club reportedly planning to sign as many as three defenders in 2027 as Michael Carrick continues reshaping his squad. The focus this summer was largely on midfield, but attention is expected to shift towards the back line next year. Want more CaughtOffside coverage? Add […] The post Man United plan major overhaul for next summer, four players are ‘on trial’ this season appeared first on CaughtOffside .
Chelsea failed in late move for Englishman to replace Enzo Fernandez
Chelsea failed with a late attempt to sign Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott after the Cherries refused to entertain a deadline-day sale of the 23-year-old. The Blues had identified Scott as one of their leading options to strengthen midfield once Enzo Fernandez’s move to Manchester City became increasingly likely. Want more CaughtOffside coverage? Add us as […] The post Chelsea failed in late move for Englishman to replace Enzo Fernandez appeared first on CaughtOffside .
Liverpool failed in completing blockbuster move for versatile Chelsea ace on deadline day
Liverpool made a late attempt to strengthen their defence by signing Chelsea right-back Malo Gusto on deadline day, but the move collapsed because the two clubs could not agree on the structure of the deal. The Reds were looking for extra cover at right-back, particularly with Conor Bradley dealing with injury problems and Jeremie Frimpong […] The post Liverpool failed in completing blockbuster move for versatile Chelsea ace on deadline day appeared first on CaughtOffside .
“l haven’t been in a good place” – Star confirms Chelsea exit with emotional statement
Enzo Fernandez has sent an emotional farewell message to Chelsea fans on social media as he confirms he’s leaving the club. The Argentina international is set to finalise a £125m transfer to Manchester City, as per BBC Sport and others, and he’s now spoken out on what has been a difficult time for him personally. […] The post “l haven’t been in a good place” – Star confirms Chelsea exit with emotional statement appeared first on CaughtOffside .
Done deal: Tottenham confirm new signing as he aims to “make the fans excited”
Tottenham have confirmed the signing of Mykhailo Mudryk, with his loan move from Chelsea now made official. The Ukraine international has been announced by Spurs and he sounds really positive about the move as he’s reunited with his former manager Roberto De Zerbi. Mudryk struggled at Chelsea, and it doesn’t help that he’s missed almost […] The post Done deal: Tottenham confirm new signing as he aims to “make the fans excited” appeared first on CaughtOffside .
Failed medical elsewhere helped Chelsea secure signing in “one of the craziest” Deadline Day sagas
Chelsea were reportedly able to sign Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara because of Folarin Balogun’s failed medical with Everton. In a surprise twist, the Blues are now closing in on a deal to sign Camara, with Ben Jacobs explaining how this bizarre saga unfolded. With Enzo Fernandez leaving for Manchester City, it seems clear Chelsea needed […] The post Failed medical elsewhere helped Chelsea secure signing in “one of the craziest” Deadline Day sagas appeared first on CaughtOffside .
Bid made: PL club try to sign Man United misfit as another transfer in doubt
Everton have reportedly made an offer for Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee as they look for an alternative to Monaco’s Folarin Balogun. Want more CaughtOffside coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google to your favourites list for news you can trust It looks like the Toffees’ bid to bring in Balogun is set […] The post Bid made: PL club try to sign Man United misfit as another transfer in doubt appeared first on CaughtOffside .
Fabrizio Romano delivers late “here we go” for €55m Chelsea signing to replace Enzo Fernandez
Chelsea have reportedly pulled off a surprise late move for Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara as they close in on a replacement for Enzo Fernandez. It looked like the Blues were struggling to get any late business over the line today, despite Fernandez being set to leave in a £125m move to Manchester City. BBC Sport […] The post Fabrizio Romano delivers late “here we go” for €55m Chelsea signing to replace Enzo Fernandez appeared first on CaughtOffside .
Deadline Day surprise as Man United make late enquiry about signing Man City star
Manchester United have reportedly made a surprise late enquiry over signing Manchester City left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri. That’s according to Ben Jacobs and others at talkSPORT, though he has also stressed that Man City sources currently see this deal as unlikely to go through. Man Utd have needed a left-back, with Alejandro Balde reported here by […] The post Deadline Day surprise as Man United make late enquiry about signing Man City star appeared first on CaughtOffside .
Chelsea enquired about signing “one of the best players for Arsenal last season”
Chelsea reportedly made an enquiry to Arsenal about a potential transfer move for Martin Zubimendi to replace Enzo Fernandez. As has now been widely reported by BBC Sport and others, Fernandez is poised to leave Chelsea in a £125m move to Manchester City. There’s not a lot of time left for Chelsea to find a […] The post Chelsea enquired about signing “one of the best players for Arsenal last season” appeared first on CaughtOffside .
Malick Fofana chooses next club after bizarre medical “jointly commissioned by Sunderland and Crystal Palace”
Malick Fofana has reportedly made his decision after a bizarre transfer saga that today saw him undergo a medical jointly commissioned by Sunderland and Crystal Palace. The 21-year-old has apparently now decided to join Sunderland instead of Palace, according to journalist Sacha Tavolieri. See below for the latest on this crazy story, with Fofana now […] The post Malick Fofana chooses next club after bizarre medical “jointly commissioned by Sunderland and Crystal Palace” appeared first on Ca...
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