Arsenal's Pedri hopes dashed, Flop threatens Chelsea, Man Utd eye new Pogba: FootballTransfers recap

Tom Weber

• Updated: 4 Mar 2024 22:24 GMT
• 6 min read

Monday delivered plenty of intriguing transfer news as Barcelona star Pedri suffered another heartbreaking injury, which could have massive consequences for his future.

Plus, Chelsea's transfer plans are being threatened by a Saudi flop and Man Utd are keeping an eye on a self-described hybrid between Paul Pogba and N'Golo Kante. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.

Arsenal's Pedri hopes dashed

Arsenal were linked with a shock move for Pedri in January, but his latest injury should end the Gunners' interest once and for all.

Given that the wonderkid can't stay fit, it really might be game over for him.

In positive news for Arsenal, they are on the verge of beating several Premier League rivals to the signature of a 16-year-old rising star.

Chelsea's summer plans

Habib Diallo, who has only scored once in the Saudi Pro League after netting 20 times in Ligue 1 last term, is posing a major threat to Chelsea's transfer plans.

The Blues are looking for a Raheem Sterling replacement and have seemingly found their next target in...the Championship.

Chelsea are also looking for a reinforcement at left-back and are competing with West Ham for a little-known English gem.

Marc Cucurella, meanwhile, will likely be sacrificed in the summer.

Man Utd eye new midfielder

Casemiro's days appear to be numbered and Man Utd are targeting Mandela Keita, who describes himself as a mix of Kante and Pogba.

Erik ten Hag's days could also be numbered and his comments after his side's loss to Man City should leave Red Devils fans fuming.

Moreover, the Dutchman is apparently being blamed for Man Utd's frequent injuries by some of his players.

Injuries aren't his only headache as loanee Hannibal Mejbri is barely playing at Sevilla. Fabrizio Romano has now revealed why that is the case.

Another loanee, Jadon Sancho, is prompting a major transfer rethink from Sir Jim Ratcliffe.

The INEOS billionaire is set to implement a completely different transfer policy at Old Trafford.

Transfer news

Finally, let's finish up with some more transfer news from around the world. Liverpool are ready to 'submit a pharaonic offer' for a Serie A star.

Aston Villa are the ideal next club for Bundesliga breakout star Max Beier.

Milan are on the verge of taking a major gamble on 400-goal wonderkid Francesco Camarda that could lead to disaster.

The transfer value of Arsenal and Man Utd target Joshua Zirkzee has exploded.

Arsenal are stepping up their pursuit of Viktor Gyokeres, with Ivan Toney sliding down their shortlist.

Despite Kylian Mbappe leaving on a free transfer, PSG are set to bank a sizeable fee from his Real Madrid move.

West Ham will have the opportunity to completely break the transfer market in the summer.

Lastly, Arsenal are plotting a stunning double swoop for two Barcelona stars.