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Monday's Football Transfer Gossip: Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool Eye Top Players Across Europe
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Arsenal is lining up a surprise free transfer for 32-year-old England defender John Stones, according to Yahoo Sports. The move is driven by concerns over the fitness of 25-year-old France defender William Saliba, who has been struggling with injury. Stones is out of contract at Manchester City and would cost Arsenal nothing in transfer fees.
The Stones link is just one of several big moves swirling around Premier League clubs this Monday. Chelsea, Liverpool, Everton, and Aston Villa are all active in the transfer market, with deals involving players from Crystal Palace, Roma, Tottenham, and beyond, according to Sporting News.
Arsenal Gamble on Stones to Cover Saliba Injury
Saliba has been a cornerstone of Arsenal's defence, but his injury has left manager Mikel Arteta short of reliable options at the back. Stones, a former Champions League winner with Manchester City, is available on a free transfer this summer. Sporting News reports Arsenal see him as a low-risk, experienced option to plug the gap.
Stones is 32 and has dealt with his own injury problems in recent seasons. But his quality and big-game experience make him an attractive short-term fix. Arsenal would not need to pay a transfer fee — only wages — which makes the deal easier to justify financially, according to Yahoo Sports.
Chelsea Chase £55m Lacroix as Liverpool Eye Kone
Chelsea are in talks with Crystal Palace over a £55 million deal for 25-year-old France defender Maxence Lacroix. The move would strengthen their back line as manager Enzo Maresca looks to build depth for next season. No deal has been confirmed yet, but talks are ongoing, according to Yahoo Sports.
Meanwhile, Liverpool are ready to enter the race for Roma's Manu Kone, a 25-year-old France midfielder. Manchester United had been the frontrunners for Kone, but Liverpool's interest could spark a bidding war. Aston Villa are also in talks with Chelsea about signing both Nicolas Jackson and Alejandro Garnacho, adding more movement at the top of the table.
Villa's Martinez Wanted by Juventus, Bailey Heads to Hull
Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, 33, has emerged as Juventus' number one target between the posts. The Argentine international has been one of the best goalkeepers in the Premier League in recent years. Juventus are keen to bring him to Serie A, though Villa are unlikely to let him go without a fight, according to Yahoo Sports.
In a separate deal, Hull City are in talks to sign 28-year-old Jamaican winger Leon Bailey from Aston Villa. Bailey has pace and flair but has struggled with injuries at Villa Park. A move to Hull would give him a fresh start and regular first-team football in the Championship.
Fulham Eye Real Madrid Youngsters, Everton Circle Spence
Fulham manager Alvaro Arbeloa is looking to raid his former club Real Madrid for two young talents. He wants 18-year-old Argentina winger Franco Mastantuono and 22-year-old Spain forward Gonzalo Garcia. Both players are highly rated at the Bernabeu, so landing them on loan or permanently would be a major coup for Fulham, according to Yahoo Sports.
Finally, Everton could rival Inter Milan for Tottenham's Djed Spence, a 25-year-old England defender. Spence has spent recent seasons out on loan and has failed to nail down a spot at Spurs. Both Everton and Inter see him as a viable option, with a cut-price deal potentially available this summer.
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