Arsenal chief executive Richard Garlick has firmly dismissed speculation linking teenage midfielder Myles Lewis-Skelly with a £45m transfer to Manchester United.
Doubts had recently surfaced over the 19-year-old’s long-term future at Emirates Stadium.
Intermediaries reportedly offered both the Red Devils and Chelsea the opportunity to sign the highly rated academy product.
However, Garlick has now moved decisively to quash any suggestions of an impending departure for the versatile youngster.
Rooney urges United to target ‘no-brainer’ signing
The resolute stance from north London comes after former Old Trafford captain Wayne Rooney publicly encouraged his old employers to pursue a deal.
Speaking on a podcast, the ex-England striker highlighted the teenager’s ability to cover multiple positions.
“If you can get a player in who can play left-back and centre-midfield, that’s an absolute no-brainer,” Rooney stated.
The 38-year-old also pointed to ongoing fitness concerns surrounding current defender Luke Shaw as a primary reason for the 20-time English champions to strengthen their squad.
Speculation had suggested the Gunners might be tempted to cash in on their homegrown prospect to generate pure profit for financial sustainability regulations.
Arsenal stand firm on academy talent
Despite that potential financial incentive, the London club maintain they have zero intention of allowing their rising star to leave.
“Myles has had a fantastic end to last season and he started this season really well,” Garlick told talkSPORT.
“Obviously there may be speculation, I’m not going to go into that from other clubs but we’re very happy with Myles and the position he’s in at the club.”
The England youth international remains firmly integrated into Mikel Arteta’s first-team plans as they challenge for domestic honours.
Chelsea defender Benoit Badiashile has arrived in Italy to undergo a medical ahead of a loan move to Serie A side Napoli.
The 25-year-old is nearing a temporary switch that includes a £23m option for the Italian club to make the deal permanent next summer.
The Blues are expected to receive an initial loan fee of £2.5m for the centre-back.
Footage broadcast by Sky Italy captured the former Monaco player leaving Naples airport in a taxi to complete his mandatory health checks.
Struggles for form and fitness
He had earlier been photographed travelling on a private jet alongside his agent, Mounir Sidhoum.
Since arriving at Stamford Bridge in 2023, the Frenchman initially impressed before falling down the pecking order due to recurring fitness issues.
He has not made a competitive appearance since completing extra time during an FA Cup victory over Wrexham in March.
Chelsea defensive reshuffle continues
It has been a busy transfer window for the West London club, who have bolstered their backline by signing Maxence Lacroix, Marcos Palestra and Pep Chavarria.
The outgoing defender follows in the footsteps of former team-mate Trevoh Chalobah, who recently sealed a transfer to Serie A rivals Como.
Napoli will be hoping their new acquisition can help bridge the gap to reigning Italian champions Inter Milan.
The Azzurri finished 11 points adrift of the title winners as runners-up during the previous league campaign.
Bayern Munich and Germany midfielder Jamal Musiala has collapsed on the pitch for the second time in a week after being substituted on during a pre-season friendly against Heidenheim.
The 23-year-old fell to the floor just minutes after entering the field and was immediately escorted away by medical staff.
This alarming incident follows a similar scare during a recent fixture against Bundesliga rivals RB Leipzig.
Initially, club officials had attributed that first withdrawal to the soaring summer temperatures in Munich.
Concerns mount for talented playmaker
The attacking midfielder had recently resumed individual training following medical tests conducted earlier this week.
Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl addressed the initial scare before this latest setback occurred.
“The most important thing is that he is well. There’s nothing more to say about anything else.”
Club captain Manuel Neuer also expressed support regarding his team-mate’s unexplained condition.
“It will become clear what it was. But of course we are keeping our fingers crossed.”
Previous injury struggles provide difficult context
These recent health scares compound a frustrating period for the German international.
He previously missed the opening six months of the last campaign after sustaining a broken ankle at the Club World Cup.
Despite that severe injury, the creative talisman recovered sufficiently to represent his country at the 2026 World Cup.
Die Mannschaft ultimately suffered a disappointing exit from that tournament, crashing out in the last-32 against Paraguay.
Patrick Vieira has been appointed as the new head coach of the Senegal national team, replacing Pape Thiaw following a disappointing World Cup campaign.
The 50-year-old takes charge of his birth country just months after being dismissed by Serie A side Genoa last November.
He succeeds Thiaw, who was sacked after the West African nation suffered a round of 32 defeat against Belgium at the recent World Cup.
Return to the dugout
The former Arsenal captain brings extensive managerial experience to the role, having previously managed in England, France, Italy and the United States.
Following a two-year spell with Crystal Palace, the French World Cup winner managed Strasbourg before a brief 12-month stint in Italy with Genoa.
His playing career was incredibly highly decorated, yielding three Premier League titles during his legendary time in north London.
The combative midfielder also earned 107 caps for Les Bleus, lifting both the 1998 World Cup and the European Championship in 2000.
Navigating national turmoil
The Senegalese football federation confirmed the high-profile appointment across their official social media channels.
“Mr Patrick Vieira is the new coach of the Senegalese national A team.”
“The date of the official presentation and the next steps in its installation will be communicated at a later date. Welcome to Senegal, coach.”
The incoming manager inherits a squad recovering from a highly controversial period in African football.
Senegal initially won the Africa Cup of Nations in January following a dramatic extra-time victory over hosts Morocco.
Afcon controversy and World Cup struggles
However, that final was overshadowed by a 20-minute walk-off protest from the Senegalese players after Morocco were awarded a penalty in normal time.
While Brahim Diaz ultimately had his spot-kick saved upon the restart, the Confederation of African Football later overturned Senegal’s victory due to the protest.
Morocco were subsequently awarded a 3-0 forfeit win and the continental title, with the case now heading to the Court of Arbitration for Sport in October.
That off-field drama heavily impacted the team’s subsequent World Cup performance.
The national side ultimately crashed out after losing three of their four tournament matches against France, Norway and Belgium.
Tottenham Hotspur are racing against a Friday deadline to register Manchester City winger Savinho in time for their Premier League opener against Brentford.
Negotiations for the 22-year-old Brazilian have reached an impasse despite him expressing a clear desire to leave the Etihad Stadium.
The wantaway attacker was notably omitted from Enzo Maresca’s squad during Sunday’s 3-0 Community Shield defeat by Arsenal in Cardiff.
If a transfer is not formally agreed before 12:00 BST on Friday, the South American will be ineligible to feature at the Gtech Community Stadium this weekend.
Moore waits in the wings
Head coach Roberto De Zerbi faces a severe shortage on the right flank as discussions for his priority target drag on.
Mohammed Kudus remains sidelined with a serious quad injury and missed the entirety of the club’s pre-season campaign.
Consequently, teenage academy prospect Mikey Moore could be handed a starting role when the North London side face Keith Andrews’ Bees at 17:30 BST on Saturday.
The 19-year-old is still widely expected to secure a loan move to Bundesliga outfit Cologne this summer.
However, the promising forward impressed significantly by scoring a second-half brace in last weekend’s 3-0 friendly victory over Hoffenheim.
De Zerbi demands further additions
The Lilywhites have already spent a staggering £237m on six new players during the current window.
Despite this massive financial outlay, their Italian manager insists that two or three more attacking reinforcements are urgently required.
The club is desperate to kick-start a successful new era following a dismal run of successive 17th-place finishes in the English top flight.
Securing a dynamic forward remains the ultimate objective before the transfer market officially closes on 1 September.
England captain Harry Kane has held preliminary discussions over a transfer to Saudi Arabian side Al Hilal as he enters the final year of his Bayern Munich contract.
The 33-year-old striker’s future in Germany remains uncertain despite recently returning to the club following his international duties at the World Cup.
Representatives for the former Tottenham Hotspur forward have reportedly engaged in dialogue with Al Hilal regarding a potential move to the Middle East.
It remains unclear whether the Saudi Pro League outfit intend to pursue a deal immediately or wait until the player becomes a free agent next summer.
Saudi interest targets Europe’s elite
Al Hilal have reportedly placed the prolific goalscorer at the very top of their recruitment shortlist.
The Riyadh-based club are actively seeking elite reinforcements to strengthen their centre-forward position.
Their ambitious transfer targets also include Galatasaray loanee Victor Osimhen and Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins.
However, the England international is understood to be open to the prospect of concluding his illustrious playing career in Saudi Arabia.
Contract negotiations pending in Munich
Despite the mounting speculation surrounding his next destination, the Bayern Munich star maintains a composed outlook regarding his immediate future.
He recently addressed the ongoing contract situation, confirming that formal extension discussions with the German giants are imminent.
“We obviously said we wanted to talk after the World Cup and after my holiday.”
Kane told German publication Kicker.
“So I’m not sure exactly when, but they’ll start this week, next week… we’ll start those talks.”
The talismanic frontman emphasised that neither he nor the club hierarchy are currently feeling pressured by the dwindling timeline on his existing deal.
“Like I’ve said before, we’re calm, I think they’re calm with the situation. Obviously now is the time to start talking, because there’s only a year left.”
He added that both parties remain entirely relaxed as they prepare to open dialogue in the coming days.
A consortium featuring Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has acquired an approximate 38% stake in Liverpool from Fenway Sports Group in a deal valuing the club at up to £6bn.
The investment group, operating under the name 1892 Holdings, has officially secured a strategic minority investment in the Premier League giants.
Initial reports suggested the newly formed entity had purchased a third of the club, but the actual figure sits closer to the 40% mark.
Path to full ownership
Crucially, the high-profile consortium holds an option to purchase a controlling stake in the Merseyside outfit within the next 12 months.
This clause does not represent a formal commitment, but it paves the way for a potential end to FSG’s lengthy tenure at Anfield.
The current American owners have been at the helm since 2010, overseeing a highly successful era that delivered both domestic and European glory.
Bhatia to join Anfield board
British-Indian millionaire Amit Bhatia leads the investment group, which is suitably named after the year the historic football institution was founded.
Bhatia is set to become vice-chairman of the six-time European champions and will join an expanded board, pending final regulatory approval.
The prominent businessman brings significant operational experience to the table, having spent 18 years as a director and co-owner of Championship side Queens Park Rangers.
He recently relinquished his stake in the west London club to facilitate this blockbuster move into top-flight football ownership.
Tech billionaires join forces
Alongside the prominent Amazon pioneer, the wealthy investment group also includes billionaire Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin.
The current American custodians released a brief public statement on Friday to formally address the transaction.
FSG confirmed it had entered into a “definitive agreement” for the sale of a “strategic minority investment” to 1892 Holdings.
With the overall valuation of the Reds now estimated between £5bn and £6bn, this massive injection of capital signals a major shift in the financial landscape of English football.
Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario has signed a contract to join Juventus on an initial free loan deal with an option to buy.
The Italian international returns to his homeland after a spell in north London that yielded 93 league appearances since his arrival in 2023.
Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano confirmed that the necessary paperwork has been completed for the move.
The agreement includes a non-mandatory €8m (£6.7m) purchase option alongside a further €2m in performance-related add-ons.
Spurs reshape squad under De Zerbi
The departure comes during a frantic summer of transfer activity at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Spurs manager Roberto De Zerbi has overseen a £235m spending spree, bringing in Sandro Tonali, Mateus Fernandes and Jan Paul van Hecke.
The club have also secured smart free agency additions, acquiring experienced Premier League talent such as Martin Dubravka and Andy Robertson.
With Dubravka expected to operate as a deputy, highly-rated prospect Antonin Kinsky is heavily tipped to inherit the starting gloves following impressive late-season performances.
An ‘outstanding’ Premier League impact
The shot-stopper established himself as a fan favourite in England despite battling persistent injury issues last season.
Former Tottenham head coach Ange Postecoglou consistently praised his dedication, highlighting his crucial interventions during their previous campaigns.
“Vic was outstanding today with a couple of brilliant saves; he’s been brilliant from day one for us.” Ange Postecoglou
Pundits were equally enamoured with the sweeper-keeper’s aggressive style of play.
“You talk about a sweeper keeper, I’ve never seen anything like that.” Jamie Carragher
The passionate goalkeeper remained deeply invested in the club’s fortunes even while sidelined.
He was famously seen intensely watching the season finale from the touchline and celebrating wildly with De Zerbi when Premier League safety was secured.
“Not the best at crosses but in terms of shot stopping he’s up there with the best and he showed that tonight.” Les Ferdinand
Tottenham ultimately settled for a temporary exit rather than an immediate cash injection, granting the player his desired return to Serie A.