Arsenal reportedly missed their top target after the talks collapsed while a Chelsea star could face German giants Bayern Munich.
Meanwhile, Norwich has made a record defender sale to Everton.
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Bayern Munich are aggressively pursuing 19-year-old Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi after an initial loan offer was turned down.
The England international has been battling for season under Frank Lampard since the second half of last season and his prospects appear to have deteriorated further with Chelsea’s numerous big-name signings.
Bayern have turned down offers twice in recent transfer windows but are now hoping to win Stamford Bridge’s young talent for a season with an option to buy for £ 70m (USD 126m) at the end of the season per Sky Sports
When asked about Chelsea’s win, Chelsea manager Frank Lampard said: “There is no definitive answer. We’ll know the answer by Monday.
“You (Bayern) may have expressed your interest, which is one thing, but in terms of the squad, everything that happens until Monday will be things that are good for us as a club, because Callum is our player and what Callum is will be considered.
“It has to be right for everyone. Right now I want Callum to be part of my squad, especially with what he offered against West Brom today and in the second half. There I am. “
Hudson-Odoi signed a new long-term contract last September. Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Fikayo Tomori were also discussed by Lampard as potential loanes.
Godfrey goes to Goodison
Norwich defender Ben Godfrey is expected to join Everton. The confirmation of his deal is imminent.
Godfrey, 22, passed a medical exam and will cost £ 25m ($ 45m) with nearly £ 5m ($ 9m) in fringe benefits.
He was a star in a disappointing Canarian team last season and played 30 Premier League games.
The fee is a record Norwich received that overtook the £ 20 million ($ 36 million) plus £ 4 million ($ 7 million) in extras – Leicester paid for James Maddison in 2018.
And considering that it cost the Canaries only £ 150,000 ($ A271,000) in 2016 when he signed from York City, his sale means a huge payday for the relegated.
Arsenal won’t sign Houssem Aouar. However, you will try to get Jorginho.
– Julien Laurens (@LaurensJulien) October 3, 2020
Gunner’s cop massive punch
Arsenal top target Houssem Aouar has reportedly told teammates in Lyon that he won’t be moving to the Emirates this season.
Arsenal had been confident of sealing the creative midfielder with an improved late offer, but the deal appears to have failed.
PSG and Real Madrid were also very interested in the star player.
Arsenal have reportedly turned their attention to Chelsea’s Italian midfield general Jorginho as well as Athletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey.
Jorginho scored twice from the penalty spot against Crystal Palace on Sunday morning (AEDT) and there was no indication that the Blues are looking to sell.
In favor of Arsenal, there is an extended transfer window in which English clubs can swap players domestically – until October 16.
???????? Houssem #Aouar just got out of a meeting with Lyon. #Aouar just announced to staff that he is staying with #OIL! Despite the offers from Arsenal and the specific interests of Juventus and #PSGthe player decided to play the season with #OIL.
– Mohamed Bouhafsi (@mohamedbouhafsi) October 3, 2020
Meanwhile, Lucas Torreira has completed his Athletico Madrid Medical as he prepares to exit and provided cash to Mikel Arteta to strengthen his squad when time runs out.
IN THE LETTER:
– Manchester United Welsh winger Reece James is still followed by Leeds who are also interested in Rennes winger Raphinha.
– Wolf star Raul Jimenez has put an end to speculation about his future by signing a new long-term contract with the club.
– Tottenham turned down a second loan offer from Paris Saint-Germain on Dele Alli.
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