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Arsenal lead Benjamin Sesko race as Alexander Isak TRUTH revealed: FootballTransfers recap
Cameron Smith
- 4 Mar 2025 16:00 CST
- 5 min read
Tuesday 4 March saw major news updates regarding Arsenal's pursuit of Benjamin Sesko and Alexander Isak's future plan.
Below, FootballTransfers runs through the biggest stories from the day.
Exclusive: Benjamin Sesko update
FootballTransfers understands that Arsenal have been aware of Benjamin Sesko's €80 million release clause for some time.
Exclusive: Alexander Isak contract truth
Meanwhile, FootballTransfers understands that Alexander Isak would want a release clause as part of any new Newcastle contract.
Arsenal fire sale incoming
Arsenal are planning a huge fire sale this summer with as many as 12 players on the market to be sold.
Mike Maignan to Man Utd?
AC Milan are prepared to sell Mike Maignan to Manchester United this summer after a season of blunders.
Alexander-Arnold concern
Real Madrid's deal to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold on a free transfer could fall apart.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe is hated
Sir Jim Ratcliffe is almost universally hated at Manchester United after a series of redundancies throughout the club.
Ten Hag rejected by Klopp
Jurgen Klopp has rejected Erik ten Hag as a coaching option for RB Leipzig, according to German media.
Lukeba available for a bargain
Chelsea and Real Madrid target Castello Lukeba may be available at half price this summer, according to German media.
Gyokeres battle
Man Utd have 'called' Sporting CP to be informed on the situation of Viktor Gyokeres, but they face a 'battle' to sign him, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Arsenal plan Barrios bid
Arsenal are prepared to trigger the €100 million release clause in Pablo Barrios’ Atletico Madrid contract, according to reports in Spain.
Vinicius Jr contract demands
Vinicius Junior will reportedly only sign a contract extension at Real Madrid if he usurps Kylian Mbappe as the club’s highest earner.
Rafael Leao 'on offer'
AC Milan have reportedly reduced their asking price for Chelsea target Rafael Leao as they look to offload the Portugal international this summer.
Finally, Xavi will reportedly demand the signings of Frenkie de Jong and Ronald Araujo if he is appointed as Ruben Amorim’s replacement at Man Utd.
