Gossip: Gyokeres seeks to force Sporting exit
Manchester United and Arsenal target Viktor Gyokeres, 27, has refused to have clear-the-air talks with Sporting and threatened to go on strike as he tries to force through a move from the Portuguese club. (Mirror), externalNewcastle want to sign England forward Marcus Rashford on loan but Manchester United would prefer to offload the 27-year-old on a permanent basis. (Sun), externalWant more transfer stories? Read Thursday's full gossip columnFollow the gossip column on BBC Sport
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Cuesta said: "After five beautiful years it's hard to put this into words, but I can only express how grateful I am for having lived my day-to-day with such special people and feel what it means to represent this football club, with its incredible history and value "The only thing I've ever tried to do was give everything I had inside of me every single day. "I was inspired by the culture that was created, by the hunger of every person of the organisation and by the unity that we had in any situation that we had to face. "It has been a privilege to have had the chance to work with the players, staff, directors and all the employees of the club and at the same time, to receive an extra push from our amazing fans in every match. "Because of the quality of its people, I'm convinced that the best moments for this football club are still yet to come. Enjoy the journey, because it is a very exciting one. Thank you Arsenal." Today, 07:00 By Jim Sheridan Feeling Blue Dortmund starlet Jamie Gittens has reportedly opted for a move to Chelsea over Arsenal. The Blues have made Gittens, valued at £40m, their top target this summer. Reports suggest the Gunners were considering a swoop for the former Man City youth star, who hit 8 goals in 32 Bundesliga games last season. But Chelsea look ready to pen a seven-year deal with Gittens. Today, 05:00 By Jim Sheridan Opening day The countdown to August 17 is well and truly on. Mikel Arteta's men face a trip to Old Trafford on the opening day of the season. Arsenal have won on just two of their last 11 visits to the Theatre of Dreams. Today, 03:00 By Real talk Xabi Alonso appears to have ruled out Rodrygo leaving the Bernabeu this summer. The Brazilian was linked with a move to the Emirates. But the new Madrid boss appears eager to give the 24-year-old a run of games in his favoured position. 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- BBC News
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