And Barcelona would have been presented with the appeal of associating Cristiano Ronaldo with Lionel Messi.
Follow ALL the latest gossip and transfer updates below…
ARSENAL PAIN
Willian’s agent criticized Arsenal’s past policy by accusing the club’s former recruiting chief, Sven Mislintat, of “cocks.”
Kia Joorabchian, who represents Cedric Soares, David Luiz and Willian-related Gunners, has been accused of having too much influence on Arsenal transfers since Mislintat left office in January 2019.
But when asked about his relationship with Arsenal, the super agent ended up with Mislintat.
He told talkSPORT: “People are the last guy, Sven.
“He made a lot of mistakes with which he brought a lot of errors.
Career
EA Sports has unveiled its latest Trailer for Fifa 21, before the game’s date on October 6.
The promotion focuses on career mode, which turns out to have been redesigned.
EA Vice President Nick Wlodyka told Goal: “Career mode is very good for this year.
“We’ve made the biggest investments we’ve made to make sure we deliver precisely what our players are asking for.
“We’ve had so many comebacks in the last few years of our players looking to see more than maybe just in career mode.
“We heard what they were looking to do, things they hadn’t done in the past.”
WHAT CUT?!
The cash of the Fa Cup prize has been cut in part for next season as the monetary drop in football due to Covid-19 continues to affect.
The Football Federation has been forced to cut the money spent on the competition groups, beating those who want it to the fullest.
Semi-professional and lower league groups struggle to survive after the coronavirus pandemic and many hoped a decent Cup run would keep them alive.
Last year, groups that won an adjustment in the additional initial circular earned 2250 euros, while losers raised 750 euros, but the notes were reduced to 1125 and 325 euros respectively.
Winning a draw in the fourth qualifying circular to make the first right-hander move 18,750 euros for a club, however, next season this eulogy is reduced to just 9,375 euros.
KOULED OFF
Manchester United won a coup after Napoli allegedly reached an agreement with Gabriel Magalhaes: Kalidou Koulibaly is now about to resign.
Many Premier League clubs, Arsenal and Tottenham, were interested in Lille’s central defence, which is valued at 22 million pounds.
His brother and sister even followed the Gunners on Instagram.
But Napoli appears to have won the race for Magalhaes, according to the Manchester Evening News.
DOR SLAMMED SHUT
Manchester United won the caution of Jadon Sancho, after a last Dortmund coach said “we are very pleased that he stays.”
Dortmund legend Sebastian Kehl, who now works for the club, reiterated his joy at seeing that his number 7 remains for the 2020-2021 campaign.
He told Kicker: “It is vital to explain this issue. Of course, we are aware of Jadon’s appeal [in the market], but we also know how vital it is to our team.
“He is a player who can make a difference in each and every match. He had an extraordinary year with 17 goals and 17 assists [in the Bundesliga].
“It brings more to the team and we are very pleased that he stays, as his teammates have said in recent days.”
STARTER GUN
Willian will complete his loose signing for Arsenal this weekend after leaving Chelsea, he reportedly.
The 32-year-old Brazilian star would have agreed to a three-year contract with 100.00 euros per week with the Gunners.
Talks about a new contract at Stamford Bridge stalled after Blues managers refused to offer more than two years.
On Thursday, Willian’s agent, Kia Joorabchian, showed that his client’s next career replacement would be announced soon.
And now the Daily Mail has claimed it will be at Arsenal, and it will be this weekend.
NO SMALL CHARGES – EXCLUSIVE
Manchester United is not easy at 20 million pounds for Chris Smalling this summer, with Rome desperate to take it.
The 30-year-old English defender returned to Old Trafford the week after finishing his loan with the Serie A giants.
He still has two years of contract of 130,000 euros consistent with the week, of which Rome has been forced to pay a share.
SunSport understands that former Fulham ace would be willing to settle for a significant pay cut to get a move.
However, the Giallorossi were willing to pay about 15 million pounds for it, which United rejected.
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“The Premier League can then why ignore a petition of more than 100,000 people.
“Why do you forget a call?
“The stage in Newcastle highlights a much broader challenge within football. And is it, who runs football in this country?
“There are many executives and appointments, but we lack a voice for followers’ associations at all levels.
“These organizations work in secret and what stays in the lead are the finances of their own organizations in case communities across the country have no voice.
“Showing them this fault is outrageous.”
”WHY DO THEY IGNORE THE GOVERNMENT? ”
One MP has asked the Premier League to face complaints about the failure of Newcastle’s acquisition.
Ian Lavery has written to the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee asking the Prem to maintain a wall of silence.
The owner of the Magpies, Mike Ashley, and the Saudi-led consortium remain desperate to revive the three-hundred million pound deal.
The offer was withdrawn on July 30, and prospective buyers accused the Prem of sabotaging the acquisition.
More than 100,000 enthusiasts have signed a petition and joined them through more than 50 MPs and Prime Minister Boris Johnson for clarity.
Lavery, the Labour MP of Wansbeck, said: “I wrote to the chairman of the DCMS committee asking if he would consult with the Premier LeagueArray …
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It says: “Those on the back of the merit chart and those who finish less than 10 games are not ranked.
“Payments are reduced to those ending less than 20 games (from 40% to 14 games and from 15% to 19).
“The distribution is also about an explained number of ‘actions’ that are distributed in the manner indicated in the document, receiving the first arbitrator classified the maximum of shares.
“Another email is sent on behalf of Mr. Riley after the end of the season referring to the PGMOL Board of Directors that showed the length of the boat.
The maximum payment for 2014-15 is around 3,500 euros and the minimum less than 700 euros.
“Mr. Riley’s testimony that merit bills would be made as directed unless the referee organization had a ‘catastrophic’ season, which he said could happen if the EFL did not conform to the general point of service.
ABOUT RED
Premier League referees will get a performance-related bonus, despite a poor arbitrage season.
Despite the unpopular arrival of the VAR, once additional money is being pocketed, as they have in previous campaigns.
An assembly will be held on September 12 on the bonus each referee will receive, although the total amount is unknown.
All referees in the 4 divisions that have taken over more than ten games are eligible.
That’s unless they’ve had a “catastrophic” season, according to Sky Sports.
According to court documents written through main league referee director Mike Riley, he informs referees about the length of his bonusArray.
TURN IT OFF CLOSE
Premier League stars have been warned to CESSER of percentages of holiday photos on social media for fear of where they would be quarantined when they return to the UK.
The best clubs are expected to publish their pre-season plans next week after a condensed break.
Many players are lately enjoying a break in the sun, with players such as Dele Alli, Jack Grealish, James Maddison and Frank Lampard enjoying their few weeks of rest.
But now Sportsmail has claimed that stars have been asked to leave social media to avoid awkward questions about the self-isolation periods of their location.
Spanish hot spots like Marbella and Ibiza are the favorites among the world’s footballers.
NO DRAMA
The newly promoted Leeds has hired fullback Cody Drameh from Fulham.
v Leeds United (@LUFC) August 13, 2020
v Leeds United (@LUFC) August 13, 2020
LATE TO THE GAME
Arsenal won a coup in their quest for Thomas Partey with Juventus, who would be eager to take him to Italy.
The Atletico Madrid midfielder is the Gunners’ number one target this summer, but they are suffering to meet their forty-five million pound release clause.
It was argued that those in north London would have to pay Party and a salary of more than 200,000 euros a week to convince him to join the group.
And according to La Gazzetta dello Sport, this can lead the Old Lady to steal her signature under the noses of Arsenal.
They claim Andrea Pirlo to point out a defensive midfielder after Blaise Matuidi joined Inter Miami.
IT WON’T BE LONG
Kia Joorabchian showed that the announcement of Willian’s transfer to Arsenal is imminent.
He told talkSPORT: “It probably won’t be long before we announce it. We know where he’s going.
COCK-UP FC
Kia Joorabchian has introduced a scathing attack on Arsenal’s hiring policy, even though one of his clients is about to warn them.
He told talkSPORT: “People are the last guy, Sven.
“He did a lot of, I don’t like to use the word, but, mistakes with players he brought a lot of them.”
ELEGANT MOVEMENT
Ethan Hamilton of Man Utd has joined Peterborough United on a two-year contract.
Darragh MacAnthony announced the on Instagram.
MOORE GOOD TIME TO ARRIVE
Kieffer Moore says he will bring Cardiff back to the Premier League after joining Wigan.
The tough Welsh striker signed a three-year contract with the Bluebirds for just 2 million pounds after the Latics moved into management and relegated to League One.
Neil Harris’ team in Cardiff suffered the pain of championship play-offs last season, but Moore plans to take his new team even in the upcoming campaign.
“I spoke to the coach and his preference is to be promoted to the Premier League and that’s all I share,” Moore said.
“The enthusiasts were a decisive thing for me. I know I’m going to play really smart football here. The game really suits me. Having a fan right away is amazing.
YOU’LL GET SILVA’S SERVICE
David Silva will be greeted with “open arms” in Lazio.
Manchester City’s legend will be Etihad after his quest for Champions League glory ends this month.
The midfielder’s master is about to sign for the Italian giants in the “coming weeks,” and his new teammates are waiting to have the 34-year-old on board.
According to Ciro Immobile, the most sensible scorer in Serie A and the star of Lazio.
He said: “Great player and experience, we are waiting for you with open arms.
“I can’t wait for him to arrive, before the Lazio players, we’re Lazio fans.”
‘JETIN OFF
Celtic has signed Albian Ajeti from West Ham.
The Hoops showed the news on Twitter.
We are very happy to announce the signing of @SFV_ASF striker Albian Ajeti on a four-year contract! ??
Welcome to #CelticFC, Albian Ajeti! ?
?⚪ #BienvenidoAjeti
– Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) 13 August 2020
ONE ‘N DONE
Replays have been removed on each and every FA Cup circular next season to make sure the festival is played, says DUNCAN WRIGHT.
The ties will all be in one day, from the additional initial circular of September 1 to the last one on 15 May.
FA bosses have been forced to perform unprecedented substitution to get their competition into what is a fast-paced dating program.
The qualifying circulars will be resolved until the end of October, before the first circular itself sees the entry of Leagues 1 and 2 to the tournament on November 7.
Third-round matches will be played around January 9, when the Premier League and the league enter the competition.
Teams from all leagues face the primaries to bet their matches, and the first four rounds of the Carabao Cup are now crowded in September.
CLARA ADDRESS
Ghanaian coach Charles Akonnor said he had suggested Thomas Partey join Arsenal.
He told Ghanaian radio: “Honestly, I wouldn’t need Thomas Partey to sign for Arsenal.
“That’s because atletico Madrid will play the Champions League.
“Your position is guaranteed and will play.
“It will be difficult for Arsenal to qualify for the Champions League, so I highly recommend that you stay in Madrid.
“Arsenal enthusiasts will kill me for that!”
LISB IN ITS OWN WAY
Jan Vertonghen will complete his signing for Benfican shortly.
Fabrizio Romano showed the news on Twitter.
… Read about the Ndombele agreement: Inter now focuses on the EU. League will then resume talks with Tottenham. No ATM agreement. ⚪️
– Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 13, 2020
COLD CHILD’S WAR
Chelsea is in favor of a bidding war for Ben Chilwell, after Leicester slapped him with a value of 80 million pounds.
According to the Mirror, Manchester United is competing for the Blues fan.
Chelsea has made an initial offer for Chilwell, which is significantly smaller than Leicester would like.
And they are reluctant to increase their money supply, which could open the door for United to move in.
STACKING OF DEVICES
The first 4 rounds of the Carabao Cup will accumulate in the first month of the season to make the festival play, writes DUNCAN WRIGHT.
EFL bosses were forced to be artistic with the list of matches so that their cup tournament can be held after the new season begins.
The first round, involving the EFL teams, will be played on September 5, a week before the league’s campaigns begin.
Rounds two, 3 and 4 will then take place on weekdays from September 15-16, which will come with Premier League teams.
The top-tier groups participate in the tournament in the round of moments, with the exception of those participating in The European competitions that come in a later round.
The condensed timeline means that Premier League clubs play a minimum of SIX matches in the first 3 weeks of the new season, each and every weekend and on weekdays from September 12.
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