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Ryan Taylor
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Football Reporter for the Daily Mirror & Sunday Mirror.
Arsenal hopeful of striking Cristhian Mosquera deal for under €20m, follows @handofozil.bsky.social.

Valencia CB now prioritising #AFC move, had been Villa & Bournemouth interest.

Joel Ordóñez among list of alternative options admired, alongside Marc Guehi.

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Cristhian Mosquera says yes to Arsenal transfer as Premier League rivals beaten
Arsenal are looking to close a deal for Valencia centre-back Cristhian Mosquera after intensifying their interest in the Spain U21 international defender
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June 26, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Told RB Leipzig asked Slovenian FA to omit Benjamin Šeško from upcoming international games amid fear injury could jeopardise transfer.

Šeško nursing knee issue since end of Bundesliga season, has followed rehabilitation programme.

Not ruled out vs Bosnia. #AFC

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RB Leipzig make Benjamin Sesko request as Arsenal transfer talks escalate
Arsenal are showing interest in RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, who is currently away on international duty with Slovenia
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June 6, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Milos Kerkez has been in camp with Hungary today but did not train & boss Marco Rossi says he's not available vs Sweden.

#AFCB technical director Simon Francis has been leading talks with Liverpool & is currently in USA but #LFC move is edging closer.

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Manager issues Milos Kerkez statement as Liverpool transfer moves step closer
Liverpool are closing in on a deal to sign Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez, who is not in Hungary's squad to face Sweden on Friday
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June 5, 2025 at 5:20 PM
West Ham rebuff chance to negotiate potential multi-player swap deal with Chelsea for Mohammed Kudus.

Separate sources suggest Kudus was initially floated towards #CFC & also offered to other PL clubs.

Kudus' #WHUFC release clause only active July 1-10.

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Chelsea hold Mohammed Kudus swap deal talks as separate winger bid considered
There have been loose discussions in the past few days between West Ham and Chelsea over Ghana international attacker Mohammed Kudus
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June 5, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Arsenal expected to unveil signing of Martín Zubimendi in forthcoming weeks, subject to medical. #AFC

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Martin Zubimendi admits debunking Arsenal claim as he issues update on future
Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi is still expected to join Arsenal in the coming weeks
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June 4, 2025 at 7:33 AM
Bournemouth are stepping up their search for a new CB as PSG are expected to make formal approach for Illia Zabarnyi.

Understand #AFCB are showing strong interest in Bologna defender Jhon Lucumi but face competition from AS Roma.

Talks also ongoing with Rennes for left-back Adrien Truffert.
June 4, 2025 at 7:32 AM
Jorrel Hato still on Arsenal's radar if they decide to strengthen backline this summer (will hinge on exits).

Understand Andrea Berta yet to contact Joan Garcia's reps since he took SD role, suggesting alternative GK options might yet be considered.

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Arsenal shortlist Liverpool target as Andrea Berta transfer doubt surfaces
Arsenal are open to strengthening their defence in the summer transfer window but incomings at the back are poised to hinge of respective departures
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April 13, 2025 at 10:08 AM
Destiny Udogie claims Spurs can't afford to rest for Eintracht Frankfurt on Sunday against Wolves as they're desperate to climb the Premier League table. www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...
Spurs ace Destiny Udogie makes Europa League admission - 'We all want to win it'
Spurs travel to Wolves in the Premier League on Sunday but will inevitably have one eye on next week's Europa League clash with Eintracht Frankfurt in Germany
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April 13, 2025 at 10:07 AM
Athletic Club president Jon Uriarte wants to offer Arsenal target Nico Williams new contract in bid to fend off mounting interest. Sources stress there are currently no active talks/negotiations between parties over an extension at this stage. #AFC
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Arsenal target Nico Williams lined up for contract talks after Berta meeting
Arsenal, Barcelona and Bayern Munich are all in the hunt for Athletic Club winger Nico Williams this summer but there are still no guarantees he will leave his boyhood club due to the complicated fina...
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April 5, 2025 at 8:21 AM
Spoke to Moisés Caicedo ahead of Arsenal vs Chelsea. He has languished Declan Rice in praise & also warned #AFC midfielder he won't be pulling out of tackles despite walking a disciplinary tightrope: "I'm going to fight for my team & for the badge." #CFC
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Chelsea star fires Arsenal warning and discusses Cole Palmer 'concerns'
ARSENAL vs CHELSEA: Enzo Maresca's Blues can move within three points of the Premier League title-chasing Gunners if they are to secure victory at the Emirates in Sunday's crunch London derby
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March 16, 2025 at 9:32 AM
Riccardo Calafiori is backing 'difference-maker' Bukayo Saka to breathe new life into Arsenal's season as Mikel Arteta's star winger targets return for blockbuster Champions League clash with Real Madrid. #AFC
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Arsenal star makes exciting Bukayo Saka claim as comeback edges closer
ARSENAL vs CHELSEA: Gunners left-back Riccardo Calafiori is targeting three points against the Blues but the Italian cannot wait to have star winger Bukayo Saka back in the fold with a Champions Leagu...
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March 16, 2025 at 9:32 AM
Find Jordan Henderson’s return to the England fold utterly bemusing. Hasn’t been a regular starter for Ajax of late & hasn’t completed 90 minutes in the Eredivisie in almost six weeks. Really hard on Morgan Gibbs-White, Adam Wharton & Elliot Anderson.
March 14, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Dean Henderson reveals Thomas Tuchel cranked up the pressure on Crystal Palace's England stars with pre-match text before Saturday's win over Ipswich. Eagles GK is relishing this week's Marbella training camp & Three Lions squad announcement. #CPFC www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...
Dean Henderson details what Tuchel text Crystal Palace stars before Ipswich win
Dean Henderson kept his ninth Premier League clean sheet of the season on Saturday as Crystal Palace ran out 1-0 winners over Ipswich Town in front of England boss Thomas Tuchel
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March 10, 2025 at 9:50 AM
Barcelona & Bayer Leverkusen showing interest in Arsenal target Joan Garcia. Espanyol willing to consider bids below release clause this summer. Source close to player: "He will be No.1 in any team within 30 days." #AFC www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...
Arsenal face Barcelona and Bayern Leverkusen competition for transfer target
Arsenal remain keen on Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia after they saw two bids rejected for the 23-year-old Spaniard back in August
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February 28, 2025 at 9:51 AM
Teams from the Emirates on another big afternoon...

Arsenal: Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori; Partey, Rice, Odegaard; Nwaneri, Trossard, Merino. #AFC

West Ham: Areola; Todibo, Kilman, Cresswell; Wan-Bissaka, Alvarez, Ward-Prowse, Scarles; Soucek, Kudus; Bowen. #WHUFC
February 22, 2025 at 2:56 PM
EXCL: Alex Iwobi claims workaholic Marco Silva has got Fulham's band of brothers dreaming of Europe after winning the 'Snapchat derby' bragging rights. As music began pumping in the dressing room on Saturday, Silva huddled around his analyst's laptop. #FFC
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Fulham star Alex Iwobi addresses European hopes after 'Snapchat derby' victory
Fulham ran out deserved 2-1 winners in the 'Snapchat derby' against Nottingham Forest on Saturday and Alex Iwobi claims workaholic Marco Silva has got them dreaming of European qualification this seas...
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February 17, 2025 at 10:04 AM
At the Vitality for Bournemouth vs Liverpool. This has all the right ingredients for a fire-cracker. #AFCB #LFC
February 1, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Mikel Arteta on transfers: "I'm very confident with the work the club is doing & we are exploring every single opportunity. We are trying everything that we can." #AFC
January 31, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Mikel Arteta on injuries: "David [Raya] is still uncertain, Ben [White] is definitely out. There is no other news from Girona."

Confirms David Raya is suffering from muscular issue. #AFC
January 31, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Brighton have rejected a second bid from Al-Nassr for Kaoru Mitoma that was worth upwards of £70m. Seagulls insist player is settled & will now be staying at Amex. Not for sale. #BHAFC
January 31, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Mikel Arteta’s press conference ahead of Sunday’s Premier League match vs Manchester City due to start shortly. #AFC
January 31, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Personally, would be surprised to see Arsenal return with an improved bid for Ollie Watkins. Aston Villa insist he is not for sale & with Jhon Duran heading to Al Nassr, focus will be on strengthening attack. Villa upset by timing of leaks, Arsenal insist approach was not on Tuesday. #AVFC #AFC
January 30, 2025 at 9:07 AM
West Ham & Bournemouth get Evan Ferguson boost as Victor Boniface's Al Nassr switch called off. Leverkusen were ready to push through move for Ferguson as replacement. Plus as reported by Fabrizio Romano, PSV have knocked back #WHUFC bid for Ricardo Pepi. #AFCB
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West Ham get striker transfer boost despite seeing Ricardo Pepi bid rejected
West Ham are intensifying their efforts to land Graham Potter a new striker before Monday's transfer deadline and they remain in the mix to sign Brighton forward Evan Ferguson, who could leave the Ame...
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January 30, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Three Premier League clubs showing interest in Red Star Belgrade defender Nasser Djiga ahead of Feb 3rd deadline. Serbian sources suggest Nottingham Forest have explored permanent deal with potential sell-on clause. Djiga could play last game for RSB tomorrow vs Young Boys. #NFFC
January 28, 2025 at 9:20 AM
Brighton also understood to be among long list of clubs in race to sign Rosenberg midfielder Sverre Nypan. Hefty competition from both home & abroad (Germany/Spain). Arsenal & Man City admirers. Decision on his future expected soon. #BHAFC
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Brighton and Villa eye South Korean star as training ground transfer talks held
Daejeon Hana Citizen winger Do-young Yun (18) has been earmarked as one of the best young talents in Asian football circles and the race for his signature is now beginning to intensify
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January 24, 2025 at 3:41 PM