Morgan Rogers Update
• Morgan Rogers has given preference to joining the English champions. Other clubs are still actively in the race but acknowledge the player's current preference.
• Morgan Rogers has respectfully communicated his desire to leave to senior figures at Villa (significant).
• Personal terms have been explored and are not a hindrance at all.
• Morgan Rogers is sold on the Mikel Arteta project and plan for him.
• Morgan Rogers was on the shortlist of attacking reinforcements Arsenal discussed last summer.
• My understanding is that Villa and Arsenal are in contact through unofficial channels regarding any potential deal. Remember my words: the fee is key to this deal. The player is fully on board.
• Andrea Berta has asked to be kept fully informed about any other club making a move for Morgan. If Arsenal do make a move, there will be another update.
Chelsea, in particular, have been pleading with Morgan to showcase their plan for him, but as of today, the response is "Arsenal." Manchester United have also explored the situation of Morgan, with Carrick being a big fan.
Bradley Barcola and one other player are also of interest to Arsenal. Details on that in due time.
Arsenal are also in direct contact with multiple midfielders, as recently as a few days ago. The likes of Bouaddi, Scott, Kone, Larsson, and two others. As I mentioned yesterday, we are yet to make contact with any club officially while Berta explores personal terms with all of them. One of these players is convinced he is joining Arsenal. It's important to remember that Livramento also felt the same way, but it highlights how strong the conversations are.
Arsenal are also monitoring the Madrid midfielder situation. Tonali was offered to us in January; talks have never surpassed personal terms as of today. These clubs are using Elliot Anderson's deal as a market scale. Newcastle want crazy money, as do Palace for Wharton.
Personally, I hope its Ayyoub Bouaddi we accelerate a move for!
Taking a very short holiday. I'll be back!
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Bradley Barcola Situation
• Moussa Sissoko has been trying to renew Bradley Barcola’s contract for the best part of 9-12 months. Talks have been difficult, and it reached a point where both parties agreed to put negotiations on hold so that Barcola and PSG could focus on important fixtures in April and May.
• Soon after the UEFA Champions League final, talks resumed and remain ongoing. The player reportedly told people close to him that he was disappointed not to start a number of important fixtures.
• PSG’s position is clear: renew or we will sell, as his contract expires in June 2028. Personally, I think that is a significant stance for the club to take.
• Barcola’s agent also represents Ousmane Dembélé and Désiré Doué and maintains a good relationship with PSG. The club is also in serious talks regarding Yan Diomande and Maghnes Akliouche, which could further influence the situation surrounding Barcola.
Both Arsenal and Liverpool are interested, but I want to explain Arsenal’s side of the story.
• Andrea Berta made serious enquiries into Barcola’s situation last summer. At the time, Arsenal were informed that the player would stay for at least one more year. Since then, Berta has remained in constant contact with Sissoko and has made it clear that Barcola is of serious interest to Arsenal. He has also asked to be notified if PSG become open to a sale. Should Arsenal make an official approach towards PSG, there will be a further update.
• Arsenal also hold an interest in Morgan Rogers and one other player(sensitive info currently). More on that in due course.
• As always, Andrea Berta is willing to agree personal terms with multiple targets and make a move when the timing suits Arsenal.
Before I sign off, there is something worth noting. Berta is very happy for misinformation to circulate publicly. Berta & Co are busy behind the scenes, and many details remain unknown as Arsenal move silently.
Allow me to provide a free exclusive as an example of that which is unknown. Arsenal made standard checks on Nico Paz. Nico was reportedly left confused following a recent call with Mourinho, although another conversation may be scheduled. Arsenal have also made serious checks on Christos Tzolis, the Greek winger.
My point is that a great deal is happening behind the curtain. Embrace the silence and, as always, choose your sources of information carefully.
HandofArsenal
The Profile of Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Dasuki Imam Fulani
Title: 13th Chief Imam of Ilorin Emirate
Age: 42 years old
Family Lineage: Dasuki family
Sheikh Bashir comes from the distinguished Agaka lineage of Ilorin Emirate:
· Grandson of the 8th Chief Imam of Ilorin, Sheikh Ibrahim Dasuki Imam Fulani Agaka.
· Nephew of the 10th Chief Imam of Ilorin, Sheikh Maliki bn Dasuki Agaka (his paternal uncle – his father's blood brother).
Previous Roles
· Founder & Proprietor, Darul Bisharah Arabic and Islamic Studies, Airport Egbejila, Ilorin.
· Imam leading daily and Jumu'ah prayers at Afsat Oloriegbe Memorial Mosque, Oko Olowo, Ilorin.
· Presenter, Al-Bisharah Islamic Foundation Ramadan radio program on Radio Kwara.
· Teacher, Darul Kitab College of Arabic and Islamic Studies, Gaa Akanbi, Ilorin.
Education
· https://t.co/cUwVTZKmiU. in Islamic Studies (in view) – Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin.
· B.A. in Islamic Shari'ah (2014) – Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt.
· Diploma in Arabic Islamic Education – Institute of Education, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.
· SSCE (2007) – Darul Kitab wa Sunnah, Gaa Akanbi, Ilorin.
· Primary School – Oke Suna LGEA Primary School, Ilorin.
Appointment
Officially appointed by the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji (Dr.) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, CFR, after a rigorous selection process.
Source: Abdulraheem Muritala Ph.D., Personal Assistant to the Emir of Ilorin.
This is how we check World Cup fixtures when there was no access to internet, gone are those days at Ojota, like it’s was so interesting, they will sell to us then unfolded in other to make it easy to access, we will fold it and begin to write score after each match.
Childhood 🙌🏼
🚨💣 𝐄𝐗𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐕𝐄: Mikel Arteta has asked Arsenal executives to attempt the signing of Vinicius Jr.
Vini is Arteta’s dream target, viewing him as the missing piece in their attack.