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Report: Newcastle United plot £20m move for Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos
Rangers News: Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos has become a prime target for Newcastle United, according to The Scottish Sun.
Rafa Benitez is keen on adding reinforcements to the Magpies after enduring an underwhelming season.
The former Liverpool manager wants to bring the in-form Colombian striker for a stunning value of £20million.
Morelos’ breakout season with the Light Blues
Morelos, 23, broke into the public’s eye with his phenomenal goal tally of 29 across all competitions in the recently concluded season.
The Light Blues striker was instrumental for his side to finish second in the Scottish Premiership table just sort of their arch-rivals Celtic.
He also enjoyed a decent international break when he was called up for the friendlies against Japan and South Korea.
However, Morelos’ on-field antics proved to be a great setback as he received an awful lot of red cards and suspension spells, which eventually led to his international snub for the upcoming Copa America edition.
Furthermore, the former HJK star also linked with a swarm of European clubs despite signing a contract extension till 2023.
How will the Gers cope without Morelos?
The Gers look devoid of feasible options if Morelos seeks an exit from Ibrox this summer.
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Jermain Defoe, the second choice striker, has shined well in Colombian’s absence but can’t commit to the club’s long term future by citing his age. The former English striker is also bound to his parent club Bournemouth.
Steven Gerrard is closing into sign Greg Stwart from Birmingham but it still remains suspicious whether he could live up to his expectations considering his recent injury struggles.
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Willian to Arsenal: Latest Update and Twitter reactions
Arsenal to announce Willian transfer soon
Arsenal have reportedly completed the signing of Willian Borges da Silva on a three-year contract worth £100,000-a-week according to Dailymail.
The Blues tried to hold down their star player but Willian wasn’t interested in a short deal given his age and found a better offer from the Gunners.
The 32-year old has been consistent for the Blues over the past few years and has displayed some serious performances ending his seven-year association with the club.
Chelsea’s Willian in action. (Getty Images)
Latest updates on Willian’s imminent move to Arsenal
Willian wrote an open letter thanking Chelsea fans who stood by the Brazilan in the ups and downs of his career at Stamford Bridge,
Checkout Alyson Rudd’s article for the times in which she beautifully explains Willian’s time with the Blues and how he epitomised Roman Abramovich’s Chelsea. A must-read for both Arsenal and Chelsea fans.
Standard Sport’s Jack Rosser confirms the medical situation at London Colney.
Here are some of the latest twitter reaction circling around the transfer story:
The Brazilian for Arsenal would give the club a different dimension to the game and add a great depth to their young squad.
When Arsenal do finally announce the signing it would mean they have beaten a host of clubs, including David Beckham’s new MLS franchise Inter Miami, Manchester United and several other clubs from Serie A. The player’s agent had earlier said that Willian had five different offers.
Willian might be the first of many signings as Arsenal are set for a busy summer as Mikel Arteta looks to reshape his squad ahead of a new season that brings in a lot of expectations from him.
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