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What a performance again from Bukayo Saka yesterday as he picked up two goals and one assist in Arsenal’s 4-1 win over Crystal Palace. For me, he’s undoubtedly a Young Player of the Year contender, he’s an absolutely fantastic talent.
Unsurprisingly, Arsenal fans keep asking me about his contract! An official announcement depends on the Arsenal media team, but the verbal agreement has been reached weeks ago. Saka has accepted, the new deal is ready so it’s up to the club to meet and sign the documents once final small details are sorted. But rest assured, Saka will extend.
Barcelona received three proposals for Franck Kessie in January from Italian and English clubs. Xavi decided to keep the player, he also wanted to stay — at least until the end of the season. Now he’s scored one of the most crucial goals of Barcelona’s season with last night’s stoppage time winner against Real Madrid in El Clasico.
Frenkie de Jong was asked again about a potential transfer to Manchester United, and his response was clear: “No, I don’t think so. You never know of course. But I’m very happy in Barcelona!”
Pierre Emerick Aubameyang, almost out of Chelsea project, was in Barcelona’s dressing room after the Real Madrid game. Auba has still excellent relationship with Barca players, board and Xavi. He wanted to return in January but it was not possible due to FIFA rules.
It’s important to clarify the situation with Ilkay Gundogan. He’s out of contract in the summer, but at the moment there is nothing decided yet, he has not communicated with Manchester City that he plans to leave, so it’s up to him to decide if he wants to stay or try a new challenge. Barcelona have held internal discussions over the player, they’re really interested and they have a really good relationship with Gundogan’s agents, but nothing is done yet.
Spanish gem Gabri Veiga scored again for Celta Vigo yesterday, taking him to 9 goals in La Liga this season, for a player born in 2002. Top clubs in the Premier League and also Real Madrid have sent their scouts to follow Veiga multiple times. His release clause is €40m.
Links with someone like Illan Meslier and a top club like Chelsea are normal, he’s a very talented goalkeeper and many clubs have sent their scouts to follow him. But at the moment,…
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