Arsenal target shines on transfer audition, Madrid eye Man Utd's next CR7: FootballTransfers recap

Tom Weber

Updated: 18 Mar 2024 22:27 GMT
6 min read

Monday delivered some huge transfer news as Arsenal received a glowing review of their summer top target.

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Plus, Real Madrid are plotting a shock move for Man Utd's Alejandro Garnacho, Liverpool's Cody Gakpo is under fire and two in-demand Newcastle stars are unhappy at the club. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right.

Exclusive: Spurs eye Johnson

FootballTransfers understands that Tottenham are interested in West Ham full-back Ben Johnson.

Exclusive: Rangers starlet wanted

FootballTransfers is also able to reveal that Nottingham Forest and Brighton are keen on Rangers youngster Archie Stevens.

Gunners salivate at Gyokeres hattrick

Arsenal scouts were in attendance to watch top target Viktor Gyokeres bag a brilliant hat trick on Sunday.

Speaking of Gunners targets, Pedro Neto could be on his way to the Emirates thanks to an Arsenal outcast.

Another Arsenal transfer, meanwhile, hinges on a major decision from Liverpool and Chelsea.

Real Madrid plot shock Garnacho swoop

Los Blancos president Florentino Perez is a huge admirer of Man Utd's 'next CR7' Alejandro Garnacho.

Real Madrid are also scouting Bruno Guimaraes, who is unhappy with the current situation at Newcastle.

Alexander Isak is said to be frustrated as well, but should the Swede really leave?

Liverpool's Gakpo upgrade

Cody Gakpo is facing an inquest from Liverpool fans after yet another lacklustre showing.

The Reds are ready to take matters into their own hands by signing a replacement also wanted by Man Utd.

If they miss out on him, a stunning opportunity could present itself to sign a potentially even better player.

A third option is also on the table and he is one of Europe's most in-demand players.

"Gakpo plays like the game is in slow motion." - Jamie Carragher 😬

Is the Dutchman good enough for Liverpool? 🤔 pic.twitter.com/XtoqkUqPBX
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Transfer news

Finally, let's finish up with some more transfer news from around the world. Joshua Kimmich is increasingly likely to leave Bayern, but there are only five clubs he would be prepared to join.

Aston Villa have already found their replacement for Emi Martinez.

Orkun Kokcu has been removed from Benfica's squad after an explosive interview - and this is good news for Man Utd.

Do Liverpool need to sign an expensive centre-back in the summer? Nope!

Has Bernardo Silva already announced his new club for next season?

Man Utd are in pole position to sign €100m defender Antonio Silva.

A player dubbed the 'next Enzo Fernandez' has snubbed Real Madrid!

Man Utd have received a massive boost in the race to sign Amadou Onana.

Lastly, Chelsea are set to make a shocking Raheem Sterling decision.

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