Malick Fofana has expressed his immense excitement after completing a high-profile move to Sunderland, despite a late intervention from Mikel Arteta preventing a potential switch to Arsenal. The Belgian international arrived on Wearside on deadline day, becoming a marquee addition for the Black Cats as they prepare for a historic season.
Arsenal’s search for attacking reinforcements took a dramatic turn on transfer deadline day as the Gunners ultimately passed on the opportunity to sign Belgian starlet Malick Fofana. Despite being offered the chance to land the highly-rated Lyon winger, Mikel Arteta opted to pull the plug on the deal during the final hours of the window.
Sunderland are on the verge of completing a dramatic deal for Malick Fofana after countering a late hijack attempt from Crystal Palace on transfer deadline day. The Black Cats have moved back into pole position to secure the Lyon winger by offering improved terms, despite Palace matching their valuation and Arsenal earlier pulling out of the race.
Arsenal have officially decided against a move for Lyon winger Malick Fofana, opening the door for a chaotic Deadline Day battle between Sunderland and Crystal Palace. Despite the Gunners exploring the conditions of a deal for the 21-year-old, the North London side opted not to meet the French club's valuation.
Sunderland have sensationally hijacked Arsenal's pursuit of Malick Fofana, agreeing a £30 million deadline-day deal with Lyon. The highly-rated Belgium international had previously held direct talks with Mikel Arteta regarding a move to north London. However, the Gunners ultimately opted against the transfer, allowing the Black Cats to swoop in and seal a massive coup.
Arsenal are exploring a late £50m deal for Lyon winger Malick Fofana ahead of Tuesday's transfer deadline. The Gunners are eager to add a final attacking piece to Mikel Arteta's squad following key departures.
Arsenal have launched a surprise late move for Lyon sensation Malick Fofana as Mikel Arteta looks to bolster his attacking options before the transfer window slams shut. The Belgian winger has emerged as a key target following the club's failed pursuit of Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Junior and the impending departure of Gabriel Martinelli to the Saudi Pro League.
Lyon wonderkid Malick Fofana was spotted training in a Marcus Rashford's Manchester United shirt sparking transfer speculation. The 19-year-old has been linked with Liverpool and Chelsea over a summer transfer, however, the Red Devils may now be put onto an alert following the wonderkid's Instagram story. After Lyon's relegation, it may now be easier to strike a deal for Fofana.
Nottingham Forest have taken the first step in the pursuit of highly-rated winger Malick Fofana by reaching an agreement with Ligue 1 side Lyon, as revealed by Fabrizio Romano. The 20-year-old Belgian is one of the most sought-after young forwards in Europe and although the clubs have agreed on terms, Forest still need to secure the player’s approval before finalising the transfer.
Lyon’s rising star Malick Fofana has quickly become one of the most talked-about names in European football, with the French club setting a minimum asking price of £51.5 million (€60m/$71m) for the talented 20-year-old as several Premier League heavyweights, including Liverpool, Arsenal & Chelsea, scramble for his signature. The English sides are not alone in the chase, with Bayern Munich, RB Leipzig, and Napoli also engaged in talks.
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