Arsenal and Man Utd make transfer plans as Barca plot Messi move: FootballTransfers Recap

Suraj Radia

• 1 May 2023 22:45 BST
• 2 min read

It was another exciting day in the world of football, with most the attention on Arsenal and Manchester United as we approach the business end of the Premier League season.

Arsenal have made one of their star players untouchable this summer, while United are narrowing down their striker targets ahead of the summer transfer window.

With Barcelona also pushing for Lionel Messi and needing to sell superstars to finance a move, FootballTransfers takes you through some of the headlines at the start of a new week.

EXCLUSIVE: Granit Xhaka is untouchable at Arsenal

Arsenal will not consider an exit for Granit Xhaka this summer, FootballTransfers can reveal, with the Switzerland international midfielder considered untouchable by manager Mikel Arteta.

Man Utd: Ollie Watkins to help Ten Hag sign major target

Bayern Munich have given up on their pursuit of Harry Kane, and this could open the door for Manchester United to swoop in.

Messi spotted in Saudi Arabia after Barcelona transfer blow

Lionel Messi was spotted at Riyadh airport after Barcelona were ostensibly dealt a big blow in their pursuit of the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner.

€100m Man Utd target could be DROPPED

Manchester United are looking for a striker, and the latest developments in Portugal could change Erik ten Hag's transfer plans.

Barcelona 'guaranteed' €70m offer for Fati amid Man Utd and Arsenal interest

Barcelona have been ‘guaranteed’ that they will receive at least €70 million for one of their wantaway stars this summer as they look to generate revenue to ease their financial concerns.