Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Boardroom war at Chelsea as co-owners clash over Raheem Sterling exit to Arsenal

Posted Friday, September 13, 2024 by Goal.com

Manuel Ugarte ready for Manchester United debut

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has revealed that new summer signing Manuel Ugarte is ready to make his Red Devils debut this weekend.

"Manuel Ugarte, we all have seen he played for Uruguay, he returned this afternoon, he was the only player who returned today, all the others returned yesterday so he is available for this game."

Al-Ahli chief confirms club tried to sign Vinicius Jr

Al-Ahli chief Khaled Al-Issa has confirmed the Saudi Pro League club tried to sign Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr this summer.

Speaking to 'Koora Rotana', Al-Issa said: “The competent technical committee, which includes the technical director, decided to leave Maximin because it was easier in terms of the sale process, and the amount of the deal could be borne by any other club.

"There was a desire to bring in a very big winger, Vinicius, from Real Madrid, but during the negotiations something unexpected happened, which was the Saudi players leaving to go professional in accordance with the scholarship program, and the striker Firas Al-Braikan was scheduled to leave.

"Our priority shifted from the winger to the spearhead based on the departure of Al-Braikan, and we entered into negotiations with Ivan Toney and Victor Osimhen, and it ended with Toney's arrival."

Mikel Arteta send message after Arsenal extension

Mikel Arteta’s message to Arsenal fans after signing new three-year deal.

“I’m extremely proud, very excited and am looking forward to what is coming next. I’m proud to be where I am and have the relationships that I have with everyone at the club.

“I feel extremely lucky to work every single day with good people and the ambition we have here. I feel very inspired, I feel challenged, I feel supported and I want to do much more than what we’ve already done together.

“Together with the players and everyone at the club, we are looking forward to the coming years, with our supporters, who have emotionally transformed the club and the team.

“Our supporters have transformed individuals and we are different now. You can tell that we are different and for me, that is down to them. We look forward to continuing the journey together."

Balotelli clears the air on his future

Former Italy international Mario Balotelli has revealed that he is currently weighing several offers from clubs as he seeks his next move in professional football. The 34-year-old striker has been without a club since leaving Turkish side Adana Demispor in the summer, where he made a notable impact, scoring seven goals in 16 league appearances during the previous season.

Recently linked with a potential move to Brazilian club Corinthians, Balotelli took to Instagram to address the ongoing rumours and speculation surrounding his future.

"I have noticed that in recent times there have been many invented stories about me," Balotelli posted on Instagram. "The only thing I do is work hard, train and be ready for wherever I go and play. Very soon I will speak and clarify things.

"The important thing for me it's training and staying calm. I've received several proposals and I'm looking for the best project for me. Newspapers, teams, people keep inventing things ... Time and time again."

Revealed: Start date for Man City’s 115-charge FFP hearing

The start date for Manchester City’s 115-charge Financial Fair Play (FFP) case has been set, with the Premier League giants set to learn their fate soon.

Arsenal announce Arteta extension

Mikel Arteta has signed a three-year extension with the Gunners.

Mateta remains committed to Palace amid Villa links

Jean-Philippe Mateta has confirmed his commitment to Crystal Palace, remaining at the club despite interest from several top sides, including Premier League rivals Aston Villa and Serie A clubs AS Roma and Napoli.

"I am someone who is realistic," said the forward. "The club didn’t want to sell me, so I move on and I give everything to the team to help us get better results than those we achieved last year. And when it is the right time to ask those questions, we’ll ask them.”

Liverpool confident of renewing Alexander-Arnold

Liverpool are reportedly confident about securing a new long-term contract for star defender Trent Alexander-Arnold, according to TBR Football.

The proposed five-year contract is expected to see Alexander-Arnold earn more than £300,000 per week, putting him on par with Liverpool’s top earner, Mohamed Salah. Should the 25-year-old defender agree to the terms, he would also become the highest-paid English player in the Premier League.

Boost for Arsenal as Arteta agrees new contract

Mikel Arteta has agreed to a mega new contract at Arsenal that will see him become one of the highest-paid managers in the Premier League.

Southgate open to 'outside football' opportunities

Former England manager Gareth Southgate is taking his time to find a fresh challenge and admitted that it could be something beyond football.

"I've got lots of opportunities, I'm very open-minded to what's next that might be in football, that might be outside of football," Southgate told Sky News.

"I'm just going to take some time, refresh, recharge and go from there. I think at the moment people know that I need to get my energy back. I am not going to rush into anything I want to make sure I make good decisions."

Ramos' move to Botafogo breaks down amid fresh MLS links

Sergio Ramos is reportedly waiting for a call from the MLS after his move to Brazilian side Botafogo broke down.

Raphinha turned Down Saudi Arabia offers to stay at Barcelona

Barcelona forward Raphinha had reportedly turned down lucrative offers from Saudi Arabia in the summer to continue in Spain, according to Bild.

Raphinha has been pivotal for the Catalan side this season, contributing three goals and three assists in the early stages of the campaign. His performances have only enhanced his value, making him a key figure in Hansi Flick's squad. While the 27-year-old attracted attention from Saudi clubs offering a massive salary package exceeding €100 million, he ultimately chose to reject the deal.

Sterling exit is a major factor behind rift between Boehly and Eghbali

The departure of Raheem Sterling from Chelsea to Arsenal on transfer deadline day has reportedly intensified a growing rift between the club’s co-owners, Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali, according to HITC.

Boehly, who was instrumental in bringing Sterling to Stamford Bridge, was reportedly unhappy with the decision to offload the England international. However, Eghbali played a crucial role in pushing Sterling out of the club, despite Boehly’s resistance. The two owners’ disagreement over Sterling’s future only worsened their already tense relationship, with sources familiar with the situation describing the fallout as "untenable."