Manchester United have been ‘rejected’ due to interest from Liverpool, while Arsenal have confirmed their transfer decision

Liverpool rivals roundup: Manchester United have been pushed back after starting ‘talks’ with a Liverpool target, while Mikel Arteta has confirmed a transfer call.

Premier League rivals Arsenal closed the second week of the new season on Monday with a 1-0 win over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.

Martin Ødegaard’s second-half penalty was the crucial difference between the two sides as the Gunners overcame a red card for Takehiro Tomiyasu with around 25 minutes remaining in regulation time.

Palace would have been disappointed had he left empty-handed after ten players, but one bright spot was the performance of Liverpool-linked Cheick Doucouré, who you can read more about here.

Arsenal are one of three 100% club teams after two matches, alongside Manchester City, who beat Newcastle United 1-0 on Saturday, and Brighton, who beat Wolves 4-1. Liverpool and Spurs, meanwhile, are part of a fifth-placed draw with West Ham United after following up their opening day draw with wins this weekend, but Manchester United and Chelsea are currently in the bottom half after suffering worrying defeats .

André rejects Manchester United

Manchester United were rejected by Fluminense midfielder André’s camp amid interest from Liverpool, Brazilian journalist Emmanuel Luis told The Redmen TV.

Luiz says United have opened talks with the player’s entourage but have been told an agreement had already been reached with arch-rivals Liverpool.

He adds that Fluminense have informally told the club that André Reds will be available in January for $26 million and that a deal could be finalized after the close of the summer period.

According to Liverpool.com: It appears both Liverpool and Manchester United are still looking for midfielders. In fact, the Manchester Evening News reported on Monday that Erik ten Hag is keen to reunite with former Ajax player Ryan Gravenberch, who has been linked with the Reds throughout the summer.

After losing to Moisés Caicedo and Roméo Lavia in a transfer duel with Chelsea, the Reds will be wary of being dragged into another clash. This time, however, it looks like United have already gone down at the first hurdle.

Mikel Arteta says Gabriel will stay

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has tried to ease uncertainty over centre-back Gabriel’s future. The Brazilian started every game for the Gunners last season but had to make do with substitutes in his side’s opening two games.

There is said to be “strong interest” in his services from Saudi Arabian Pro League club Al-Ittihad, and some may have drawn a link between the two, but Arteta says his absence from the starting squad was purely tactics.

”Nothing at all It’s about the games we expected, how I wanted to defend and attack,” said the Spaniard after the victory over Palace via The Mirror. “I think it was for the best. He played in both games and helped us win both. He was very good today when he came in, he was dominant and will play a lot of games.”

According to Liverpool.com: For years it looked like Liverpool had the best depth in central defense of any team in the Premier League, but now Arsenal can match that mantle. While Virgil van Dijk at least appears to be back to his best form after a hiatus in the 2022/23 season, concerns remain over the reliability of Joel Matip and Joe Gomez.

Arsenal may have lost summer signing Jurriën Timber to a knee injury which sees him out for most of the season, but Arteta still has an enviable selection of Gabriel, Ben White, William Saliba, Jakub Kiwior and, if necessary, Tomiyasu for options in this area. department.

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According to Romano ‘incredible’ Liverpool midfield target is joining PL rivals

Liverpool are likely to still be on the hunt for more midfielders before the transfer window closes.

The Reds have managed to sign Wataru Endo from Stuttgart.

The Japan international’s move to Anfield was a relief for Liverpool after a difficult week.

Not only did Liverpool lose Jordan Henderson and Fabinho to the Saudi Pro League, but two of their top targets moved to Chelsea instead.

However, there is more disappointing midfield news regarding another top midfielder linked with the Reds. The player in question is Leeds United and United States star Tyler Adams, who was linked with Liverpool 90 minutes ago.

The 90Min report acknowledged Bournemouth were favorites to sign the American, and they are now close to a deal.

Fabrizio Romano took to Twitter Friday night to say “here we go” on Adams to the South Coast.

The “excellent” player would have passed a medical and signed a five-year contract.

Tyler Adams to Bournemouth, here we go! Medical tests passed, agreement signed tonight on five year contract — completed soon 🚨🔴🍒 #AFCB

Excellent addition for Bournemouth as club showing ambition again.

Agreement has been sealed tonight. pic.twitter.com/zFJ71ZRHbs

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 18, 2023

Our point of view

In this case, Liverpool fans are unlikely to be too disappointed as the speculation seemed rather superficial. However, the Reds have lost an “incredible” player who was perfectly positioned for a big move, as he was relegated to Leeds.

Chelsea, in fact, tried to sign Adams, before pulling the plug and opting for Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia.

That said, Liverpool have done it with the signing of Endo, and they will no doubt make further additions before the start of September.