This kind of consistent, high-level display is exactly why Saliba is considered one of the best centre-backs in the world right now. Composed under pressure, commanding in the air, and always positionally spot-on…he makes defending look effortless.
Julian Alvarez Update
If you remember, I stated there was another attacker I chose to keep anonymous. That player was indeed Julian Alvarez. The reason I said it was sensitive was because one of our players (Gyökeres) was potentially involved but let me just provide the facts for Arsenal fans. To my understanding the following statements are 100% factual.
• The players dream is Barca (personal terms agreed already)
• Barca have always wanted Julian to go public with his desire to force Atleti's position
• Atleti are adamant they will not to sell to Barca and would rather sell abroad but it wont stop Barca from trying
• PSG to my understanding left the race due to Campos / Enrique not wanting a player who doesn’t absolutely prioritise them but I wont be shocked if they return due to the players quality
• Julian has been a target for Arsenal since last summer
• After our group stage game Arteta made it clear we must atleast be in the race for the Argentine
• I can 100% confirm Atleti have interest in Viktor Gyökeres
• Andrea Berta has maintained contacts with the camp since last summer and has explored 'different structures & mechanisms' to bring Julian Alvarez to North London in the recent months…
• Reports about 'the English weather' being a reason Julian and his family would not return to England are absolutely false.
• The player would be very open to joining Arsenal and has directly told us should his dream to Barca become impossible
• Arsenal are yet to officially formalise their interest but Atleti are well aware of our interest.
The situation is chaotic but my role is to provide the absolute facts to the best of my knowledge in real time not predict the future. Its difficult enough tracking Berta and his 1000 spinning plates technique, its even harder when he silently speaks to ex-colleagues at Atleti with whom he has a lot of trust with but I have presented the facts. Genuinely feel a lot of relief talking about this all as its been exhausting to track for 14 months. I need to sleep now as I have been awake all night contacting sources 😂
🚨🗣 Graeme Souness on Cristiano Ronaldo:
“If Ronaldo had retired 10 years ago, after leading Portugal to success in Euro 2016, his place at the top table alongside Pelé, Diego Maradona and his great rival Lionel Messi would already have been secured. He wouldn’t have needed to kick another ball, having achieved so much."
"However, here he is, still pushing himself to the limit. I’m sure some of you will say he’s driven by ego, and you’d have a point. What I would say, however, is that there isn’t a single elite footballer who doesn’t have ego or arrogance, and Ronaldo is the best of the best.” 🏴🇵🇹
🚨🗣 Luis Figo on the the current situation of the Portugal NT:
"Some of these players clearly don't want him (Ronaldo) on the team. They think he's holding them back, but they forget EVERYTHING he has done for this country. The young Cristiano didn't need anyone else to score goals. He won matches all by himself. He carried Portugal for YEARS. Cristiano Ronaldo IS Portugal. He deserves respect and a farewell worthy of a LEGEND.
When Cristiano got his first call-up, he respected all the senior players. Now we have arrogant kids who have achieved nothing. He is the reason we even believe we can win a World Cup. He is the inspiration for everyone." 🇵🇹🏆
I might sound insensitive a divorced Trossard is better than the married one😭
He is that old wine you can’t do without and impossible to replace. His intelligence, technical ability, moves, composure in space🔥
I will sell Martinelli and keep him..✅
I'm new to football, but this player for Belgium is so good. He's so skillful so creative, he's everywhere playing crazy passes. Is he like their Messi
Sometimes when I see some things online, I’m glad I turned down those silly requests during NYSC camp 😂
I passed on the offer to be the tallest participant and also skipped the mr macho competition, Imagine seeing those videos online 😭😂
before HOA I constantly check Fabrizio page for any Arsenal transfer news
Now I don’t even give a f about him anymore
HOA make me feel so relaxed about any possible Arsenal transfer news
🚨EXCL : Arsenal will officially open talks with Aston Villa to sign Morgan Rogers in the coming weeks. There is a real willingness from the English Champions to get a deal done at a reasonable price. Fee will be the key. Personal terms are no issue at all.