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Arsenal lodge big-money opening bid for Noni Madueke but Chelsea set to demand even more as ex-Man Utd star is used as transfer reference point

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✅ Acts as the league's US archive, providing full on-demand match replays shortly after every live broadcast concludes.

✅ Streams the popular "Goal Rush" whip-around show, which jumps between live highlights during the packed Saturday 10:00 a.m. ET window.


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✅ Provides nationwide access to USA Network, securing the primary cable home for the league's linear broadcasts.

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✅ Serves as the cheapest way to access live cable TV sports channels without paying for a bloated traditional bundle.


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✅ Replicates the classic set-top box feel with a familiar channel guide, making it easy to channel-surf on weekend mornings.


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✅ Streams roughly 175 exclusive live matches per season that are completely blacked out on traditional TV.

✅ Acts as the league's US archive, providing full on-demand match replays shortly after every live broadcast concludes.

✅ Streams the popular "Goal Rush" whip-around show, which jumps between live highlights during the packed Saturday 10:00 a.m. ET window.


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  • Arsenal chasing Madueke
  • Chelsea willing to sell for right price
  • Blues view £50m bid as too low
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  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    According to Fabrizio Romano, the Gunners' opening offer isn't quite enough for Chelsea, who are using Forest's £55m ($75m) sale of Anthony Elanga as a reference point and therefore seeking "more than £50m fixed". The relationship between the two clubs remains solid, however, and talks will continue in the coming days.

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Madueke recently agreed personal terms with Arsenal after unexpectedly being included in a list of players Chelsea are looking to move on this summer. The 23-year-old was a solid performer in the Premier League last season, contributing seven goals and four assists, but head coach Enzo Maresca appears to have judged that he has better attacking options at his disposal.

  • DID YOU KNOW?

    After Madueke agreed terms with Arsenal, shock reports emerged that Chelsea were eyeing up a move for Ethan Nwaneri in the opposite direction. The teenager enjoyed a seriously impressive breakout season in 2024-25, but Madueke's arrival could limit his game time at the Emirates, and there will be plenty of potential suitors waiting in the wings for Nwaneri if he becomes unsettled, including Chelsea.

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    WHAT NEXT FOR MADUEKE?

    Ultimately, this comes down to how much Arsenal think the young England winger is worth. Chelsea are holding out for more than £50m, but splashing that kind of cash on Madueke could limit the Gunners' spending in other departments. The signing of an elite-level striker like Sporting's Viktor Gyokeres will likely remain the top priority for Arteta this summer, but whether that impacts the Madueke deal remains to be seen.