Spanish media have revealed that Barcelona had not one but two clear chances to sign Paulo Dybala during the summer transfer window — yet walked away both times. Just two days before the deadline, with their pursuit of Liverpool’s Philippe Coutinho falling through, Juventus once again offered Dybala to the Catalan giants. Still, Barcelona declined. According to Spanish broadcaster La Sexta, Barcelona’s management was informed by Juventus that Dybala was not only available but also eager to join the club. A video call was arranged between Barça executives and their Juventus counterparts on August 17, during which Dybala’s agent confirmed […]

According to The Telegraph, Arsenal have officially opened negotiations with Lyon in a bid to sign Alexandre Lacazette. Manager Arsène Wenger is reportedly eager to bring the prolific striker to the Emirates, having failed in a previous attempt to land him last year. This summer, however, Lyon themselves acknowledge that keeping hold of Lacazette may be a lost cause. Lacazette had been on the verge of joining Atlético Madrid, but the deal collapsed after the Spanish club’s appeal against a transfer ban was denied. With Atlético forced to sit out the summer window, Arsenal now see a golden opportunity to […]