Arsenal could be set for a surprising piece of late transfer business as summer signing Illan Meslier is already being linked with a permanent move away from the Emirates Stadium. Despite only arriving at the club in July, the goalkeeper may be heading back to France after failing to secure a prominent role in Mikel Arteta's plans.
Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg has faced immediate disciplinary action at Marseille after blocking a lucrative return to the Premier League. The Danish midfielder has been stripped of the club captaincy following his refusal to join Newcastle United, despite a formal transfer agreement being reached between the two teams.
Alexis Sanchez has officially concluded his 18-year tenure in European football by signing with MLS outfit CF Montreal as a designated player. The 37-year-old Chilean superstar joins the Canadian club on a contract running until next May after parting ways with Sevilla, aiming to inspire his new team with his wealth of top-level experience.
Manchester City have finalised a deal to bring Argentine goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli back to the Etihad Stadium from Marseille. The veteran shot-stopper arrives as the designated backup to Gianluigi Donnarumma following the departure of homegrown talent James Trafford to Leeds United.
Newcastle United's search for midfield stability has hit a significant roadblock after Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg rejected a move to St. James' Park. Despite the Magpies reaching an agreement with Marseille, the Denmark international has opted against the switch to Tyneside.
After his departure as sporting director at Olympique Marseille, Medhi Benatia does not have much good to say about the traditional club. His biggest disappointment, however, concerns the players.
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