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- Kostas Lianos, Digital Sports Reporter
ARSENAL are closing in on a move for Spanish Euro 2024 star Mikel Merino, according to reports.
In other news, Emile Smith Rowe has left the club to join London rivals Fulham in a deal worth £34m.
Elsewhere, the Gunners have reportedly received a boost in their pursuit of Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres.
Meanwhile, Arsenal are monitoring Leroy Sane ahead of a potential transfer, according to reports.
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14th Jul 2024, 21:36By Kostas Lianos
England 1-1 Spain
England have equalised with a stunning shot by Cole Palmer!
Bukayo Saka is completely forgotten by Marc Cucurella down the right and plays the ball to Jude Bellingham inside the box.
Bellingham passes it back to the incoming Palmer who fires a powerful shot that hits Unai Simon’s bottom right corner.
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14th Jul 2024, 21:09By Kostas Lianos
England 0-1 Spain
Spain open the scoring in the final of Euro 2024 with Nico Williams.
England’s defence, which was perfect in the first half, was caught off guard by a quick pass from Dani Carvajal down the right that released Lamine Yamal.
Yamal then played the incoming Williams on the other side and the Athletic Bilbao star beat Jordan Pickford with a clinical shot.
The Furia Roja are without Manchester City superstar Rodri who got injured and was replaced by Martin Zubimendi.
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14th Jul 2024, 20:49By Kostas Lianos
HT: England 0-0 Spain
England and Spain are goalless at half-time following a rather uneventful first half at the Olympic Stadium.
The Three Lions have been able to neutralise the Furia Roja’s possession.
Gareth Southgate’s men came closest to an opener with a late shot by Phil Foden that Unai Simon picked up with ease during stoppage time.
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14th Jul 2024, 20:30By Kostas Lianos
Eddie Nketiah rejection
Arsenal are set to reject Marseille's opening bid for Eddie Nketiah.
According to TEAMtalk, L'OM are preparing a £20million bid for Nketiah.
However, the Gunners have set a £40m release clause for the striker.
And therefore, the North Londoners will turn down the French outfit's offer.
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14th Jul 2024, 20:01By Kostas Lianos
England 0-0 Spain
Peep!
Off we go at the Olympic Stadium in Berlin! England are competing in back-to-back Euros finals.
This is also the first time the Three Lions play in a final away from home.
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14th Jul 2024, 19:32By Kostas Lianos
Marc Guehi Exclusive
Arsenal and Manchester United have received a massive boost with Marc Guehi set toreject Crystal Palace’s new contract offer.
Palace want Guehi to sign a new deal which would include a release clause when he comes back from Euro 2024.
But SunSport has learned the centre-back has no intention of doing so.
The England international is understood to be keen to explore his options this summer amid interest from Arsenal as well as United.
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14th Jul 2024, 18:57By Kostas Lianos
England XI
Here’s who England manager Gareth Southgate has picked for the final of Euro 2024 with Spain.
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14th Jul 2024, 18:34By Kostas Lianos
Spain XI
Here’s who Spain boss Luis de la Fuenta has picked in his starting line-up for the Euro 2024 final against England:
Simon; Carvajal, LeNormand, Laporte, Cucurella; Rodri, Ruiz; Yamal, Olmo, Williams, Morata.
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14th Jul 2024, 18:18By Kostas Lianos
Riccardo Calafiori personal terms
Bologna star Riccardo Calafiori is very keen to move to Arsenal during the summer transfer window.
The Gunners have agreed terms with Calafiori over a five-year deal, according to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano.
The North Londoners are now locked in negotiations with the Serie A outfit but the centre-back could cost around £43million.
The Italy international is set to quadruple his earnings by picking up £3.8million a year.
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14th Jul 2024, 17:47By Kostas Lianos
Riccardo Calafiori latest
Bologna star Riccardo Calafiori is "waiting" for Arsenal to complete his signing.
According to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, talks between the Gunners and the Serie A giants are still ongoing for Calafiori.
The Italians insist on a €50million (£42.1m) fee and are no plans to reduce thecentre-back's price tag as they will owe 50 per cent to his former club Basel.
The North Londoners want to include add-ons as part of the deal for the Italy international.
The 22-year-old is on holiday and insists Arsenal are his "priority".
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14th Jul 2024, 16:41By Katherine Walsh
Arsenal keen on another goalkeeper
Mikel Arteta's goalkeeping coach, Inaki Cana, likes Joan Garcia from RCD Espanyol.
He would provide more than sufficient cover for David Raya, who was signed permanently this summer.
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14th Jul 2024, 15:39By Katherine Walsh
Arsenal & Man United Will Have To Pay £70m for England star
Crystal Palace could seek for £70million for Marc Guehi after the 23-year-old demonstrated he is a Premier League top-notch defender.
He now seeks a fresh challenge after having left his imprint at Selhurst Park.
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14th Jul 2024, 15:05By Katherine Walsh
A heart-warming message for Rice
Mark Noble has sent a touching message to England midfielder Declan Rice ahead of the Euro 2024 final tonight.
The two ex-West Ham captains played together for five years in east London.
Noble told Adidas: "I've said from day one, Declan Rice is a special person. A special man.
"People talk about pressure. You remember what I first said to you when we started playing.
"It's the same size ball. It's the same colour grass. The same size goals. I've always said to you be Declan Rice. There is no need to be anyone else.
"Because the Rice I know is one of the best football players on the planet.
Just enjoy every second my friend. You're a true inspiration to millions."
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14th Jul 2024, 14:40By Katherine Walsh
Sevilla confident they have secured Arsenal's Albert Sambi Lokonga
The 24-year-old midfielder, who spent last season on loan at Luton Town, is expected to complete a medical with the Spanish club.
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14th Jul 2024, 14:06By Katherine Walsh
Nuno Tavares arrives at Lazio
Tavares has arrived at Lazio ahead of completing his move from Arsenal.
But he's received a warm welcome!
The 24-year-old joins on an initial loan deal with an obligation to buy next summer.
👋 Nuno Tavares is here!#Auronzo2024 | #CMonEagles 🦅 pic.twitter.com/WMOC7YvTqh
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14th Jul 2024, 13:36By Katherine Walsh
Ex-Gooner Calum Chambers moves to Cardiff
Former Arsenal defender Chambers has moved to Cardiff, signing a three-year deal in the Welsh capital.
He leaves Aston Villa on a free transfer.
— Calum Chambers (@CalumChambers95) July 14, 2024Hi @CardiffCityFC 👋🏼
I’m delighted to become part of the family and buzzing for the journey we have ahead 💙
Can’t wait to play infront of you all and give my everything for this club!
Calum 👊🏼 pic.twitter.com/O5f1TKWFDd
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14th Jul 2024, 12:54By Katherine Walsh
Arsenal's latest recruit Riccardo Calafiori stats
It was an outstanding Serie A campaign from the 22-year-old defender.
Calafiori topped the Bologna charts for most interceptions and aerial duels won, but his attacking numbers mainly stood out.
He also achieved the most assists by centre-backs in Europe's top five leagues in 2023/2024.
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14th Jul 2024, 12:34By Katherine Walsh
Nketiah move away from Arsenal
Marseille are plotting a move to sign Arsenal striker Eddie Nketiah on a permanent deal this summer, according toFootball Insider.
Roberto De Zerbi is keen to add a centre forward to his squad and is lining up a move for Nketiah.
The 25-year-old could leave the Gunners this summer having struggled for game time last season.
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14th Jul 2024, 11:43By Katherine Walsh
Arsenal contact Eberechi Eze’s agents to discuss transfer from Crystal Palace - but what about Liverpool?
Arsenal have contacted the agents ofEberechi Ezeto debate a transfer from Crystal Palace this month.
The 26-year-old is also reluctant to leave Selhurst Park in the off-season sales without guarantees over his minutes, putting Liverpool in a strong spot.
Eze would favour joining Liverpool over Arsenal as the playmaker feels he is most likely to be a starter at Anfield, according to Football Transfers.
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14th Jul 2024, 11:13By Katherine Walsh
Arsenal agree deal to sign Tommy Setford
Arsenal have agreed a deal for Ajax goalkeeper Tommy Setford.
According to The Athletic, the England Under-20 goalkeeper will join for around £850,000 and sign a five-year deal.
The move for the teenager comes after Wolves rejected Arsenal’s miserly £50,000 bid for Dan Bentley.
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14th Jul 2024, 10:14By Katherine Walsh
Southampton interested in Aaron Ramsdale loan
Newly promoted Southampton are interested in acquiring Aaron Ramsdale on loan.
Arsenal want to recoup the £30m they paid to get the English goalkeeper and prefer a permanent transfer.
However, if their valuation isn't met, they are open to loaning him out with the hope of increasing his value for a potential sale next season.
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14th Jul 2024, 07:30By Jon Boon
Young keeper deal
Arsenal are looking to sign England under-20 goalkeeper Tommy Setford.
The Gunners have submitted an opening offer to Ajax for the 18-year-old, according toFabrizio Romano.
Setford’s deal expires in 2025, with Ajax keen to keep hold of him, although the report adds that talks are ongoing.
The teenager has been at Ajax for 11 years, with his brother Charlie also at the club.
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14th Jul 2024, 06:00By Jon Boon
Saka reaction
BUKAYO SAKA has explained his brilliant reaction to Ollie Watkins' dramatic late winner against the Netherlands on Wednesday.
Saka was caught up in the moment as Watkinsbooked England a spot in Sunday's final with his superb 90th minute finish.
Speaking toEngland's official social media, he said: "When a moment like that happens on the pitch I think you can't really control your feelings, your emotions and your actions as well.
"I just saw the ball and I went to just smash it as far and as high as was possible.
"It was just to let out all the passion and all that excitement I had for that moment."
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14th Jul 2024, 04:00By Jon Boon
Merino latest
Arsenal have opened discussions with Real Sociead to sign Spain midfielder Mikel Merino.
According to Football Transfers, the Gunners have told the Spanish giants they won't be paying more than £21million for the Euro 2024 star.
The 28-year-old is under contract until next summer.
Merino, himself, has remained tight-lipped about his future, instead concentrating on Spain's Euros campaign.
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14th Jul 2024, 02:00By Jon Boon
Gyokeres battle
Arsenal and Chelsea are reportedly locked in a battle to sign Viktor Gyokeres.
The Swede is hot property, after bagging 43 goals in 50 games for Sporting Lisbon last season.
According to TBR Football, both the London clubs want to add the hotshot striker to their ranks.
The report also mentions Gyokeres could be available for just £60million, and not his £86million release clause.
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