ARSENAL have been handed a huge boost by Barcelona in their hopes of signing Brazilian wonderkid Endrick according to reports.
The Catalan giants were reportedly on the verge of welcoming him to the Nou Camp.
But now reports claim that Barcelona are not willing to heavily invest in a player who cannot play for them until 2024.
Meanwhile Mikel Arteta is have doubts over signing Leicester ace Youri Tielemans according to reports.
And Arsenal Sporting Director Edu is Edu Gaspar is pushing for the Gunners to sign AC Milan ace Hakan Calhanoglu.
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Jack Wilshere praises Rashford
Arsenal icon Jack Wilshere has praised Marcus Rashford and believes the Manchester United man shout start against Senegal tomorrow.
Wilshere mentioned that he remembered when Rashford became the youngest player to score on his England debut at 18 years and 208 days.
The Arsenal coach said: "Marcus is a great lad, a really nice guy. He's not so much a joker, he's very focused and driven.
"As the old saying goes, form is temporary, class is permanent and Marcus has class on and off the pitch.
"This is an individual who inspired a nation. My kids were all talking about Marcus for helping children to get free school dinners."
Morning, Arsenal fans
The Gunners have been linked with two more World Cup stars.
And two familiar targets are also back on the radar.
Meanwhile, Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli finally started for Brazil in Qatar - only for Cameroon to land a famous late 1-0 win over the group winners.
Arsenal could ponder a January bid for left-winger Marcus Thuram as Borussia Monchengladbach don't want to risk losing him for nothing in the summer.
The France star, 25, is not expected to extend his contract beyond next summer.
The Gunners are expected to hold more talks with Facundo Torres’ representatives after Uruguay exited the World Cup.
Arsenal are said to have made an initial approach for the Orlando City winger, 22, last month.
The Gunners are also tipped to weigh up a move for Inter Milan midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu in the next transfer window.
It's believed the Turkey hero might be lured away for around £26million.
Shakhtar Donetsk wideman Mykhaylo Mudryk has admitted he would rather play regular football for Arsenal than take a bit-part role at Real Madrid.
Finally, Barcelona could drop out of the race for Palmeiras attacker Endrick, 16.
Arsenal, Tottenham, Chelsea and Real Madrid are all monitoring the Brazilian whizkid.
Gunners slash wage bill despite topping Prem
Arsenal have cut a remarkable £32million off their wage bill on their way to the top of the Premier League.
The Gunners will top the tree at Christmas after a flying start to the season under Mikel Arteta, and their latest accounts reveal they have done so after a huge drop in wages.
While the accounts, which cover last season, will not take into account any wages for players signed over the summer, including Gabriel Jesus, they signal a clear change in philosophy for the club.
A line from the annual statement reads: “On the player side there has been a process of restructuring the men’s first team squad to improve the efficiency of spend.”
This covers the departure of former top earner, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang while, compared to the season before, the hefty wages of veteran players such as David Luiz and Willian will have been cut from spending.
Compared to the 2020-21 season, Arsenal’s wage bill fell from £244.4million to £212.3million, which is £150million less than Manchester United’s wage bill in their most recent accounts.
Arsenal made an overall pre-tax loss of £46.7million, down from £73.7million.
The loss is put down to the club not featuring in European competition for the first time in 23 years last season, something they say owner Stan Kroenke moved quickly to address.
Endrick boost
Arsenal could have a clear run at Palmeiras wonderkid Endrick amid claims Barcelona are ready to drop out of the race
Tottenham, Chelsea and Real Madrid are also keen on the Brazilian attacker, 16.
According to Marca, Barca aren’t willing to invest heavily in a player that won’t be able to play for the club until 2024.
Endrick is unable to move to Europe until he turns 18.
Granit 'a master of dark arts'
Arsenal's Switzerland midfielder Granit Xhaka has been labelled a "mentality monster" after getting under the skin of the ENTIRE Serbia bench.
Xhaka helped the Swiss reach the World Cup last 16 with a 3-2 win and caused a raucous after making a gesture towards the Serbia bench.
With Switzerland holding on during the second half, he gestured towards the bench by grabbing his NUTS.
This act echoed Dusan Vlahovic who scored in the first half and celebrated by grabbing his nuts to hit back at claims he had an affair with a team-mate's wife.
Serbia's camp did not take it well, and stormed onto the pitch to create a melee in the middle of the heated exchange.
The game ended with an astonishing 11 yellow cards from both sides, with Serbia picking up five in total after Xhaka's gesture.
Calhanoglu monitored
Arsenal could make a move for Inter Milan star Hakan Calhanoglu in January.
That is according to reports in Italy that claim the Gunners’ sporting director Edu wants to make a bid for Calhanoglu in the upcoming transfer window.
The midfielder could be sold if an offer of €30million (£26m) comes in for him.
Mikel Arteta is looking to strengthen in midfield to boost his team’s Premier League title hopes as Thomas Partey has been marred by injury.
Gunners 'set for more Torres talks'
Arsenal are expected to hold more talks with Facundo Torres’ representatives after Uruguay exited the World Cup.
The Gunners are said to have made approaches for the Orlando City winger, 22, last month.
Arsenal chief Mikel Arteta reportedly visited Florida this autumn but it's not clear if this had anything to do with Torres.
Battle for Bennacer
Arsenal could go in for AS Milan midfielder Ismael Bennacer - with Chelsea and Liverpool also interested.
That's the claim from Italian journalist Carlo Laudisa, via MilanNews, as AC battle to renew the 24-year-old's contract.
It's said Milan face an "economic battle" to keep the Algerian anchorman - suggesting rich Prem giants have a decent chance of luring him away.
Another journalist in Italy, Daniele Longo, believes Bennacer is focusing on talks with Milan - for now at least.
Tomi Gunner impress
Arsenal ace Takehiro Tomiyasu helped his nation beat Spain and eliminate Germany from the World Cup.
The full-back claimed his Premier Leafue experience helped him deal with Ansu Fati and Jordi Alba.
Tomiyasu said: “I’m playing in the Premier League, so I was able to show what I can do on a day-to-day basis.
“I think I can do even better. I was able to play a over 20 minutes and it was a good conditioning adjustment”
Jesus and Martinelli start for Brazil
Arsenal duo Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus come in as 100% group leaders Brazil rest stars against Cameroon in the World Cup tonight.
Cameroon: 16. Epassy, 19. Fai Collins, 4. Wooh, 24. Ebosse, 25. Tolo, 8. Anguissa, 15. Kunde, 20. Mbeumo, 13. Choupo-Moting, 6. Ngamaleu, 10. Aboubakar
Brazil: 3. Ederson, 14. Militao, 24. Bremer, 16. Alex Telles, 15. Fabinho, 8. Fred, 19. Antony, 21. Rodrygo, 26. Martinelli, 18. Gabriel Jesus
Gunners slash £32m off wage bill
Arsenal have cut a remarkable £32million off their wage bill on their way to the top of the Premier League.
The Gunners will top the tree at Christmas after a flying start to the season under Mikel Arteta, and their latest accounts reveal they have done so after a huge drop in wages.
While the accounts, which cover last season, will not take into account any wages for players signed over the summer, including Gabriel Jesus, they signal a clear change in philosophy for the club.
A line from the annual statement reads: "On the player side there has been a process of restructuring the men's first team squad to improve the efficiency of spend."
This covers the departure of former top earner, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang while, compared to the season before, the hefty wages of veteran players such as David Luiz and Willian will have been cut from spending.
Compared to the 2020-21 season, Arsenal's wage bill fell from £244.4million to £212.3million, which is £150million less than Manchester United's wage bill in their most recent accounts.
Arsenal made an overall pre-tax loss of £46.7million, down from £73.7million.
The loss is put down to the club not featuring in European competition for the first time in 23 years last season, something they say owner Stan Kroenke moved quickly to address.
'Ryk sure he'd choose Gunners over Real
Shakhtar Donetsk star Mykhaylo Mudryk has admitted that he would prefer a move to Arsenal than Real Madrid.
That is if it meant Mudryk would be a starter at his prospective new club.
The winger has been linked with a number of Europe’s top bidders.
The winger said: “From a purely hypothetical perspective if there was the option of being a bench player for Real Madrid or a starter for Arsenal, I’d probably choose Arsenal."
Perfect End in sight?
Arsenal could have a clear run at Palmeiras wonderkid Endrick amid claims Barcelona are ready to drop out of the race
Tottenham, Chelsea and Real Madrid are also keen on the Brazilian attacker, 16.
According to Marca, Barca aren’t willing to invest heavily in a player that won’t be able to play for the club until 2024.
Endrick is unable to move to Europe until he turns 18.
Gunners tipped for Hakan bid
Arsenal could make a move for Inter Milan star Hakan Calhanoglu in January.
That is according to reports in Italy that claim the Gunners’ sporting director Edu wants to make a bid for Calhanoglu in the upcoming transfer window.
The midfielder could be sold if an offer of €30million (£26m) comes in for him.
Mikel Arteta is looking to strengthen in midfield to boost his team’s Premier League title hopes as Thomas Partey has been marred by injury.
Gunners in Thuram boost
Arsenal 'target' Marcus Thuram could be available in January for just £6million.
Sport Bild suggest Borussia Monchengladbach will consider offloading the left-winger in January rather than risk losing him for nothing when his contract expires in the summer.
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has already told GIVEMESPORT that the France star, 25, will not stay beyond the summer.
For now, Thuram is focused on trying to emulate the World Cup glory of dad Lilian.
Tops shall be nameless
Manchester United and Arsenal and fans will be able to snap up sponsorless shirts from next season.
Newly promoted Nottingham Forest also currently play without a sponsor on their kits.
But the Gunners and United’s sponsorless version won’t be worn on the pitch, according to Footy Headlines.
Instead a sponsorless version will be available to the fans only and the sponsorless version won’t be available for all of the latest kits
Grealish hails ‘frightening’ Gabriel Jesus
England international Jack Grealish claims Arsenal star Gabriel Jesus was “frightening” in Manchester City training sessions.
Grealish said: “Ask anyone that’s played with him – I know he’s getting more recognition now, but he’s the main man.
“In training, honestly, he was frightening. I spoke to Bukayo Saka last month and he was like: ‘Jack, he’s unbelievable’.
“Jesus’ play is just this mix of proper rawness and skill. He’s a lovely guy, but he’s so hungry and aggressive when he plays”
Arsenal vs Oxford United latest
Arsenal's FA Cup third round trip to League One Oxford United has been picked for TV next month, writes SunSport's Jack Rosser.
The Premier League leaders will visit the Kassam Stadium on Monday, January 9 with the tie to be shown on ITV as one of six televised games across the round.
Karl Robinson's side are 57 places below the Gunners in the English pyramid but gave Prem side Crystal Palace a run for their money in the Carabao Cup earlier this season.
Each club will earn an £85,000 live broadcast fee
Arsenal transfer boost
Barcelona could drop out of the race to sign Palmeiras wonderkid Endrick.
That is a major transfer boost for Arsenal who are also keeping tabs on the 16-year-old starlet.
Tottenham, Chelsea and Real Madrid are also keen on the young Brazilian.
According to Marca, Barca aren't willing to invest heavily in a player that won't be able to play for the club until 2024.
Endrick is unable to move to Europe until he becomes 18 years old
Hakan Calhanoglu interest
Arsenal could make a move for Inter Milan star Hakan Calhanoglu in January.
That is according to reports in Italy that claim the Gunners' sporting director Edu wants to make a bid for Calhanoglu in the upcoming transfer winfow.
The midfielder could be sold if an offer of €30million (£26m) comes in for him.
Mikel Arteta is looking to strengthen in midfield to boost his team's Premier League title hopes as Thomas Partey has been marred by injury
Mykhaylo Mudryk admission
Shakhtar Donetsk star Mykhaylo Mudryk has admitted that he would prefer a move to Arsenal than Real Madrid.
That is if it meant Mudryk would be a starter at his prospective new club.
The winger has been linked with a number of Europe's top bidders.
The winger said: "From a purely hypothetical perspective if there was the option of being a bench player for Real Madrid or a starter for Arsenal, I'd probably choose Arsenal"
Wage bill cut
Arsenal have cut a remarkable £32million off their wage bill on their way to the top of the Premier League, writes SunSport's Jack Rosser.
The Gunners will top the tree at Christmas after a flying start to the season under Mikel Arteta, and their latest accounts reveal they have done so after a huge drop in wages.
While the accounts, which cover last season, will not take into account any wages for players signed over the summer, including Gabriel Jesus, they signal a clear change in philosophy for the north Londoners.
A line from the annual statement reads: "On the player side there has been a process of restructuring the men's first team squad to improve the efficiency of spend."
This covers the departure of former top earner, Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang while, compared to the season before, the hefty wages of veteran players such as David Luiz and Willian will have been cut from spending
Takehiro Tomiyasu reacts
Arsenal ace Takehiro Tomiyasu helped his nation beat Spain and eliminate Germany from the World Cup.
The full-back claimed his Premier Leafue experience helped him deal with Ansu Fati and Jordi Alba.
Tomiyasu said: "I'm playing in the Premier League, so I was able to show what I can do on a day-to-day basis.
"I think I can do even better. I was able to play a over 20 minutes and it was a good conditioning adjustment"
The American dream
Manchester United are eyeing a January loan move for Chelsea ace Christian Pulisic.
United are open to bringing Pulisic to Old Trafford on loan in January, according to ESPN.
But the Red Devils will face competition from both Arsenal and Newcastle if they do decide to pursue a move for the forward.
The Manchester giants and the Magpies both enquired about the USA international's services in the summer, according to the Daily Mail
Taking the Myk
Arsenal have received a huge boost in the race to sign Shakhtar Doetsk star Mykhaylo Mudryk.
The Gunners are keen to bolster their title hopes by recruiting a winger in January with Mudryk fitting the bill the most.
According to the Mirror, Shakhtar have now significantly lowered their demands.
They claim that their asking price for the winger has been slashed by more than half to £40m
