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Rafael Leao is performing at an incredible level again this season. AC Milan are insisting and pushing in the last few days for him to sign a new long-term contract as soon as possible. They want this done fast and they have made an important offer. Leao is 100% focused on the pitch for key moment in Champions League and also Serie A. At the end of the season he will discuss the final details of his contract extension, so we’ll see then. This fantastic player was on Chelsea’s list but it’s now quiet on that front since they signed Mykhaylo Mudryk.
Pedro Neto was on Arsenal’s list last summer and Arsenal usually (I mean in general) always keep following players they appreciate, let’s see if they will return; at this stage nothing concrete is happening yet, despite rumours.
I think tonight’s big game will be a title decider, too important for both also the impact of the result and not just the result itself. Two of the most important players will obviously be Erling Haaland and Bukayo Saka; I think midfielders will be absolutely crucial as well, especially Thomas Partey and Rodri, their work will be so important in this kind of game and I can’t wait to see how this one pans out – it has the potential to be a classic.
Real Valladolid full-back Ivan Fresneda on Arsenal interest: “I like Arteta a lot because I think he’s a great coach. I follow the European leagues, I think the work Arteta is doing with his club is fantastic.”
Ivan Fresneda has praised Mikel Arteta
Mikel Arteta was not able to provide a positive update on William Saliba ahead of the Manchester City game, saying: “There’s not been real improvement on him. No news unfortunately. We are still waiting. We are still hopeful but obviously, it’s another week that has gone by and he hasn’t been able to train with the…
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