Arsenal’s failed bid for Ollie Watkins puts Mikel Arteta at risk of entering the crucial phase of the 2024/25 season without attacking reinforcements. With Gabriel Jesus injured and Bukayo Saka sidelined with a hamstring issue, Arsenal urgently need a new striker. Watkins was open to joining in the final days of the January transfer window, but Aston Villa are unwilling to sell.
Al Nassr football club have opened talks to sign Victor Boniface to from Bayer Leverkusen to replace Talisca. This was disclosed by football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, via his official X account this afternoon. According to Romano, the Saudi Arabia Pro League side want Boniface to replace Anderson Talisca, who has concluded plan to move to Istanbul to sign for Fenerbahçe.
Sevilla manager, Garcia Pimienta has denied claims that he disrespected Nigerian international, Kelechi Iheanacho. Former Nigeria legend, Finidi George has revealed during an interview this week that the Rojiblancos have not treated his compatriot with respect. Iheanacho joined Sevilla on a free transfer last summer after cutting ties with Premier League club Leicester City.
Sevilla manager, Garcia Pimienta has expressed optimism that Kelechi Iheanacho could bounce back to form in another club. Iheanacho joined the Rojiblancos on a free transfer last summer after he parted ways with Premier League club, Leicester City. The Nigerian international has however struggled to make much impact at the club despite his huge past record.
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe expressed his delight after scoring twice in their 4-1 victory over Las Palmas on Sunday night. Mbappe commented: "This was an important match for us. We were aware of Atlético's defeat and Barcelona's draw yesterday, so we were determined to secure the win. Although we started poorly by conceding an early goal, the team's response was exceptional. We sought out space and played with speed and quality."
Nasarawa United technical director, Kabiru Dogo has disclosed that to reposition the club, it is important to sign quality strikers during the mid-season transfer window. The Solid Miners have being battling for goals this season and currently occupy the bottom spot on the table. The Lafia club lost 2-1 to Enyimba in a rescheduled Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, match day 17 encounter in Aba yesterday.
