Man Utd Osimhen bomb, Arsenal offer record deal, Chelsea's Poch successors: FootballTransfers recap

Tom Weber

Updated: 5 Mar 2024 22:28 GMT
6 min read

Victor Osimhen celebrates scoring for Napoli against Barcelona in the Champions League — © IMAGO

Tuesday delivered plenty of huge transfer news as Man Utd moved into pole position for Victor Osimhen.

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Plus, Arsenal wonderkid Ethan Nwaneri is set for a record-breaking contract and Chelsea have drawn up a two-man shortlist of replacements for Mauricio Pochettino. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.

Man Utd's Osimhen bomb

Man Utd have barged Arsenal and Chelsea out of the way in the race to sign Victor Osimhen.

This comes despite a claim made by INEOS chief Jean-Claude Blanc, insisting that Man Utd could prioritise infrastructure improvements over signings.

As part of the INEOS shakeup, Man Utd are looking for a head of recruitment and they are targeting Crystal Palace's transfer guru.

The Eagles' sporting director could not only give them an advantage in negotiations for Michael Olise but also for Marc Guehi, whose asking price has been revealed.

Arsenal's record deal

Arsenal have reportedly fended off interest from Man City in Ethan Nwaneri by offering him a record deal for an academy player.

Speaking of Gunners wonderkids, former prospect Matteo Guendouzi has revealed that he has 'no regrets' despite getting axed by Mikel Arteta.

Poch facing the sack?

Chelsea have drawn up a two-man shortlist of replacements as pressure on Mauricio Pochettino grows.

One of them is also being looked at by Barcelona and Liverpool.

Additionally, the Blues' interest in Brentford striker Ivan Toney has cooled, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Alonso wants Bayern

German media reports that Xabi Alonso is leaning towards Bayern over Liverpool.

Bayer Leverkusen have begun looking at potential successors and a Real Madrid legend is among the options being considered.

Messimania in Miami

Neymar has revealed that he would love to play with Lionel Messi again, potentially hinting at a future Inter Miami move.

David Beckham's MLS have also axed former captain DeAndre Yedlin, who lost the armband - somewhat harshly - after Messi's arrival.

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Transfer news

Finally, let's finish up with some more transfer news from around the world. Arsenal's Jorginho 'would be delighted to join Barcelona.'

Chelsea are battling Spurs and Bayern for LaLiga superstar Nico Williams.

Bayern will also compete with Arsenal and Man Utd for the signature of Jeremie Frimpong.

Chelsea's hopes of signing Khvicha Kvaratskhelia have been dealt a hammer blow.

Man Utd's players fully expect Erik ten Hag to get axed after this season.

Lastly, Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Arsenal target Pedro Neto will leave Wolves this summer.

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