Anthony Martial expected to Man Utd
Manchester United forward Anthony Martial is likely to leave this summer, with French football expert Jonathan Johnson explaining how he could see the former Lyon and Monaco man returning to Ligue 1. Martial is coming towards the end of his contract at Man Utd and it remains to be seen what decision he’ll make on his future this summer, but his future surely lies away from Old Trafford, and Johnson can see him going back to France if the right opportunity presents itself. Speaking exclusively to CaughtOffside for his latest Daily Briefing column, Johnson made it clear that Martial is definitely leaving the Red Devils, and that his wages might be an issue for some clubs.
Nwaneri signs professional contract with Arsenal
Arsenal have announced that record-breaking teenager Ethan Nwaneri has signed his first professional contract with the club. The 17-year-old became the youngest player in Premier League history when he was brought on as a late substitute in a 3-0 win over Brentford in September 2022, at just 15 years and 181 days old. Nwaneri surpassed Liverpool's former Fulham starlet Harvey Elliott as the competition's youngest-ever player, and he has been in and around the first team ever since that historic outing.
Viktor Gyokeres looking forward to England return amid Arsenal, Chelsea links
Arsenal and Chelsea have received a major boost in their pursuit of the services of 25-year-old Sporting CP ace Viktor Gyokeres. According to Correio da Manhã via Sport Witness, Arsenal and Chelsea are both looking to sign Viktor Gyokeres ahead of next season. The 25-year-old Swedish striker has been on fire in the ongoing season, and he is on the wishlist of quite a few top clubs from across Europe.
Manchester United run rule over Franco Mastantuono
Manchester United are keeping a close eye on 16-year-old Argentine sensation Franco Mastantuono amidst interest from Real Madrid and Barcelona. According to O Jogo via Sport Witness, Manchester United are interested in Franco Mastantuono and have been scouting him ahead of a potential move in the future. The River Plate youngster’s impressive rise has caught the attention of quite a few top clubs, including Real Madrid and Barcelona, and the Red Devils will not find it easy to land him at Old Trafford.