Manchester United and Chelsea have been handed a boost in their pursuit of Jonathan Tah, with the Bayer Leverkusen defender keen to secure a transfer move to the Premier League. Tah, 28, has just one year remaining on his current contract at Leverkusen and has no intention of extending his stay with the German champions beyond the end of the 2024/25 campaign. The sought-after centre-back repeatedly knocked back Leverkusen’s attempts to place him on a new deal this summer and made no secret of his desire for a fresh challenge while speaking to the media ahead of Germany’s 5-0 victory over Hungary last weekend. #footballfanarena #ffa #manchesterunited #tah #bayerleverkusen #transferwindow #football #premierleague

Rafa Benitez says he knew ‘100 per cent’ that Nemanja Vidic would choose Manchester United over Liverpool after a phone call with the defender’s girlfriend back in 2005. Then, with Spartak Moscow, Vidic was regarded as one of the top young centre-backs in European football and went on to cement himself as an all-time United great after a trophy-laden eight-and-a-half-year stay at Old Trafford. Vidic won 15 pieces of silverware with the Red Devils under Sir Alex Ferguson but his career could have panned out very differently had he opted to join United’s arch-rivals instead all those years ago. Liverpool made a concerted effort to win Vidic over but the Merseyside outfit went on to complete a January move for Gabriel Paletta after admitting defeat in the race for the Serbian. #footballfanarena #ffa #manchesterunited #liverpool #rafabenitez #football #transferwindow

Joao Cancelo's hopes for a second loan spell at Barcelona have been crushed due to his high wage demands and disruptive attitude in the dressing room. The Catalan club has decided against re-signing the Manchester City defender, leaving his future uncertain as he returns to his parent club. #football #fifa #barcelona #barca #barça #cancelo #manchestercity #trending #city #reelsinstagram #trend #footballfanarena #footballfansarena2024 #ffa

AC Milan pulls off Massive transfer coup by securing Emerson Royal from Tottenham on a contract through June 2028, with a tantalizing option for an additional year. While the exact financial terms remain undisclosed, whispers suggest a staggering €15 million deal, supplemented by €3 million in potential add-ons. This audacious move for the 25-year-old Brazilian, who dazzled with 101 appearances for Spurs, is a Brutal signal of intent to Milan's Rivals #brazilian #football #fifa #acmilan #royal #milan #emersonroyal #emerson #royalty #brazil #defender #italy #trend #footballfanarena #footballfansarena2024 #ffa

Erik ten Hag refused to speculate on the potential signings of Matthijs de Light and Noussair Mazraoui but conceded his Manchester United defence still had ‘problems’ to solve. The Red Devils have been chasing defensive reinforcements this summer and have already brought in Leny Yoro, but he has suffered a foot injury which will keep him out for three months. The hunt for more defenders has continued and has taken Manchester United to Munich, where they are now close to sealing the signatures of De Ligt and Mazraoui. Reports on Saturday suggested a deal for the Dutch centre-back had been agreed, while the signing of Mazraoui was progressing well, but Ten Hag would not get into specifics when speaking following his side’s Community Shield defeat to Manchester City at Wembley. #footballfanarena #ffa #eriktenhag #manchesterunited #mancity #matthijsdelight #noussairmazraoui #football

Pep Guardiola believes Premier League title rivals Arsenal are ‘on fire’ ahead of the new campaign as they bid to end Manchester City’s reign as champions. Mikel Arteta’s side pushed City in last season’s title race, which went down to the final day and saw the top two separated by just two points. The Gunners have since strengthened their squad with the signing of Italy defender Riccardo Calafiori and also recorded an impressive 4-1 win over German champions Bayer Leverkusen in a recent pre-season friendly. Asked ahead of the Community Shield against FA Cup winners Manchester United if he was concerned about his side’s potential title rivals, Guardiola said: ‘Of course. #footballfanarena #ffa #premierleague #pepguardiola #manchesterunited #mancity #arsenal #football

West Ham have sent a statement to their Premier League rivals by hijacking a €40m (£34m) transfer for France international defender Jean-Clair Todibo. That’s according to the latest reports, which indicate that the Hammers have swooped in to beat Italian giants Juventus to the centre-back’s signature. Juventus were in talks with OGC Nice for weeks in the hope of singing Todibo but the French club stood firm on their valuation and refused to sell for a low price. That opened the door for West Ham, who are confident of getting the ‘final green light’ from the player in the next few hours, says transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. #footballfanarena #ffa #westham #premierleague #jean-clairtodibo #juventus #football #transferwindow

Manchester United are still over £10 million apart from Bayern Munich’s valuation of Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui, according to reports. Erik ten Hag remains in the market for another new central defender after new £52 million signing Leny Yoro was ruled out for three months with a broken foot earlier this week. United have held talks with Bayern for De Ligt this summer but they have refused to meet the German club’s €50m (£42m) asking price for the Netherlands international. United have also agreed personal terms with Mazraoui but have not agree a fee with Bayern Munich. #footballfanarena #ffa #manchesterunited #eriktenhag #bayernmunich #football

Roma unleashes La Liga's deadliest striker, Artem Dovbyk, on Serie A defenders in historic transfer move. The 27-year-old goal machine, who dominated La Liga with Girona, joins Roma for a staggering €30.5 million, potentially rising with add-ons and a 10% sell-on clause. Dovbyk, now donning the number 11 shirt, is set to revolutionize Roma's attack, partnering with new signing Matias Soule and star Paulo Dybala. #trend #footballfanarena #footballfansarena2024 #ffa

Chelsea could be set for a hefty cash injection if Newcastle United sign England Euro 2024 star Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace. Newcastle have reportedly opened talks for Guehi who is one of the most highly sought after defenders in the world. Liverpool, Manchester United and Arsenal have been linked, as have Real Madrid, Barcelona and Juventus, and all are on high alert after he reportedly turning down a new contract offer from the Eagles. The Athletic now claim that Newcastle have made the first move for the 24-year-old, who has just two years left on his contract. #footballfanarena #ffa #manchesterunited #chelsea #liverpool #arsenal #barca #realmadrid #football