Chelsea star pushed to rivals as Arsenal transfer decision made

Tom Weber
Tom Weber
  • Updated: 23 Feb 2026 19:54 GMT
  • 6 min read
Liam Rosenior, Chelsea, 2025/26
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Monday delivered some huge transfer news as a Chelsea star was told that he would be better off at Man Utd.

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Plus, Arsenal learned the transfer stance of a top target and Real Madrid planned a big summer rebuild. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.

Hato told to join Man Utd

Jorrel Hato
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Man Utd have been urged to make a move for Chelsea defender Jorrel Hato, who is struggling for minutes after his summer transfer.

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Inter won't sell Pio Esposito

Francesco Pio Esposito
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Arsenal have been told that neither Inter nor Francesco Pio Esposito have any interest in doing business this summer.

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Real Madrid want three fresh faces

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez wants to overhaul the team
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Real Madrid are planning to bring in three fresh defenders in the summer, while two veterans will be told to move on.

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Arsenal should sign Mayulu

Senny Mayulu
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PSG's contract talks with Senny Mayulu have reached an impasse, and the data suggests that Arsenal need to take advantage of this situation.

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UEFA announce Vini Jr verdict

Vinicius Jr
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UEFA have announced that Benfica star Gianluca Prestianni will be provisionally suspended for his alleged racist abuse of Vinicius Jr, but the investigation into the matter continues.

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Gonzalez to Celtic state of play

Current ETV
Player image Armando González
Armando González

F (C)

Armando González
Armando González

F (C)

Chivas

Chivas

€2.4M

ETV Range

€1.9M - €2.8M

Celtic's interest in Chivas striker Armando Gonzalez has been clarified amid claims that the Hoops are battling Barcelona for his signature.

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Advocaat resigns

Dick Advocaat
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Former Sunderland manager Dick Advocaat has resigned from his position as Curacao head coach just 112 days before their historic World Cup campaign kicks off.

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Milner breaks Premier League record

James Milner
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James Milner is the new record appearance maker in the Premier League, but who else makes the list of players with the most games in England's top flight?

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Barcelona hit back at Laporta claims

Joan Laporta
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Barcelona have issued an official statement in response to allegations levelled against incumbent president Joan Laporta mere weeks before the club's new elections.

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Man City want to keep Rodri

Rodri
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Man City are facing a tough battle to keep Ballon d'Or winner Rodri.

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Nunez to Villa?

Darwin Nunez
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Darwin Nunez finds himself on the outside looking in at Al-Hilal, and a move to Aston Villa could be perfect to help him revive his career.

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Moreira outshines Endrick

Endrick
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Chelsea scouts will have closely watched Strasbourg versus Lyon on Sunday, but striker target Endrick was outshone by former Blue Diego Moreira.

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Football transfer news headlines today

TRANSFER RUMOURS: Arsenal and Chelsea target €120m deal as Man City fight for Rodri

Barcelona issue official statement after Joan Laporta accusations

Chelsea scouts came for Endrick – but left talking about Diego Moreira

Aston Villa’s €33m gamble could solve their biggest problem

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