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Metro
3 days ago
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- Metro
Real Madrid target surprise Arsenal star with contract talks 'not going well'
Real Madrid could make a shock move for an Arsenal star whose contract negotiations are 'not going well' according to reports. It's set to be a big summer for both clubs who ended up having underwhelming seasons, finishing runners-up in the Premier League and La Liga. Arsenal are close to securing a £51million transfer for midfielder Martin Zubimendi and are planning to spend big on a new striker, likely to be either Benjamin Sesko or Viktor Gyokeres. Real meanwhile have a new manager as Xabi Alonso replaces Carlo Ancelotti and the Spaniard has already made his first signing in the form of Trent Alexander-Arnold. The right-back was set to move to Madrid on a free but Los Blancos will now pay Liverpool £8.4m to sign him early so he can play in the upcoming Club World Cup. Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link we'll send you so we can get football news tailored to you. Real have also been linked with making a big money move for William Saliba, but they now have their eye on another Arsenal defender. Myles Lewis-Skelly has just 12 months left on his Gunners contract and, as reported by The Guardian, talks over a new deal are 'not going well'. Real are keeping tabs on the situation and could look to sign another England star following Jude Bellingham and Alexander-Arnold. 18-year-old Lewis-Skelly has enjoyed a meteoric rise since his senior debut last September, making 39 appearances across all competitions, including two stunning performances against Real in the Champions League. More Trending Thomas Tuchel is certainly a fan, selecting the teenager in his first England squad in March before he scored on his debut against Albania. While bizarrely not nominated for the official award, both Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher named Lewis-Skelly as their young player of the season. 'At 18 you're a baby,' Liverpool hero Carragher said on Sky Sports. 'The thought you could win Young Player of the Year at that age. That's something that Michael Owen does or Wayne Rooney, absolute superstars. 'I couldn't believe he wasn't on that list. The reason I went for him was how well he played in big games that I've watched. Against Man City, against Liverpool, in the Bernabeu [against Real].' 'That [left-back] has been a massive problem position for Arsenal and he's gone in and looked like it's his and he's always been there,' Manchester United legend Neville added. 'That's the biggest compliment you can give to a young player, they just slot in. [Bukayo] Saka's done it in the last few years. To go in that position and do what he's done.' Lewis-Skelly's efforts have been all the more impressive given that he came through the academy as a midfielder but has played almost exclusively as a left-back under Mikel Arteta. Arsenal will be desperate to tie him down to a new deal and they are also in contract talks with fellow wonderkid Ethan Nwaneri. The likes of Lewis-Skelly and Alexander-Arnold will next be in action when England take on Andorra in a World Cup qualifier on June 7. For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Man Utd star confirms he is leaving as Bruno Fernandes weighs up huge offer MORE: Tottenham begin talks to sign £52m Chelsea star after Arsenal approach MORE: Emmanuel Petit fears £30million transfer target won't break Chelsea 'curse'
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Real Madrid interested in Lewis-Skelly with Arsenal star's deal up in 12 months and contract talks ‘not going well'
MYLES LEWIS-SKELLY is being eyed for a stunning transfer by Real Madrid, according to reports. The youngster has enjoyed a breakthrough campaign under Mikel Arteta at the Emirates, playing 42 games for the Gunners and chipping in with one goal and three assists. Advertisement 5 Myles Lewis-Skelly could leave Arsenal on a free transfer Credit: Getty 5 Lewis-Skelly had a breakthrough campaign this season Credit: AP 5 Real Madrid could land a second England international on a free transfer Credit: AP 5 However, having signed his first professional contract in October 2023, the 18-year-old could already be set to move away from north London and end a decade-long association with the club. That's because with just one year left on his contract, Real Madrid are now "sniffing around" the situation as they possibly eye another free transfer for an English star. According to The Guardian, negotiations between the player and Arsenal over new terms are "not going well." And this has left Spanish giants Real on red alert to sign the England international full-back. Advertisement READ MORE IN FOOTBALL ARSENAL FILES Gunners' huge advantage in Viktor Gyokeres transfer race revealed The La Liga club are already set to land Liverpool's own English international full-back in Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is leaving the Premier League champions when his contract expires. Combined with Jude Bellingham already at the club, it means Xabi Alonso's new-look Madrid team could feature as many as three English stars at the Bernabeu. But ultimately, the player's future could depend on where he is seen as playing long-term. Lewis-Skelly played as a midfielder during his days in the Hale End Academy, but has primarily starred as a left-back - often inverting - since breaking into the Arsenal first-team. Advertisement BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK However, Arteta has hinted at a possible switch into midfield from next season for the teenager. He said: "He is very intelligent, very willing and very physical. If you have those three ingredients and you have a personality that can go through blips — it can happen — that is Myles. That is what he has done. Arsenal wonderkid Lewis-Skelly's mum reveals he's 'still on washing-up duty'... and how she nearly missed Man City goal "He can do as a 6 and an an 8. It will depend a lot on the relationships and the chemistry with other players, how this evolves within the team. Advertisement "And football, which direction it goes , what demands of certain positions as well. He is certainly a player that can play a in lots of positions." Lewis-Skelly was selected in Thomas Tuchel's latest England squad. Tuchel deployed him as a full-back in his last two Three Lions' appearances, World Cup qualification clashes against Albania and Latvia in March, the first of which Lewis-Skelly scored in. Losing him to Los Blancos, who have also been long-term admirers of William Saliba, would be a bitter blow to the Gunners long-term transfer plans. Advertisement Arsenal are also in negotiations with fellow starlet Ethan Nwaneri. In terms of incomings this summer, Arsenal have submitted an offer to land Sporting Lisbon star Viktor Gyokeres but have been joined in the pursuit by Chelsea. However, the Blues being boosted after news emerged that Liam Delap wants to join them may give the Gunners a clear shot at the former Coventry ace. 5 Advertisement Join SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plus in-depth coverage and exclusives from The Emirates
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
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- The Irish Sun
Real Madrid interested in Lewis-Skelly with Arsenal star's deal up in 12 months and contract talks ‘not going well'
MYLES LEWIS-SKELLY is being eyed for a stunning transfer by Real Madrid, according to reports. The youngster has enjoyed a breakthrough campaign under 5 Myles Lewis-Skelly could leave Arsenal on a free transfer Credit: Getty 5 Lewis-Skelly had a breakthrough campaign this season Credit: AP 5 Real Madrid could land a second England international on a free transfer Credit: AP 5 However, having signed his first professional contract in October 2023, the 18-year-old could already be set to move away from north London and end a decade-long association with the club. That's because with just one year left on his contract, Real Madrid are now "sniffing around" the situation as they possibly eye another free transfer for an English star. According to And this has left Spanish giants Real on red alert to sign the The La Liga club are already set to land Liverpool's own English international full-back in Combined with But ultimately, the player's future could depend on where he is seen as playing long-term. Most read in Football BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK However, Arteta has hinted at a possible switch into midfield from next season for the teenager. He said: "He is very intelligent, very willing and very physical. If you have those three ingredients and you have a personality that can go through blips — it can happen — that is Myles. That is what he has done. Arsenal wonderkid Lewis-Skelly's mum reveals he's 'still on washing-up duty'... and how she nearly missed Man City goal "He can do as a 6 and an an 8. It will depend a lot on the relationships and the chemistry with other players, how this evolves within the team. "And football, which direction it goes , what demands of certain positions as well. He is certainly a player that can play a in lots of positions." Lewis-Skelly was selected in Tuchel deployed him as a full-back in his last two Three Lions' appearances, World Cup qualification clashes against Losing him to Los Blancos, who have also been long-term admirers of Arsenal are also in negotiations with fellow starlet Ethan Nwaneri. In terms of incomings this summer, Arsenal have submitted an offer to land Sporting Lisbon star Viktor Gyokeres but have been Read more on the Irish Sun However, the Blues being boosted after news emerged that 5 Join SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plus in-depth coverage and exclusives from The Emirates
Daily Mirror
20-05-2025
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- Daily Mirror
Arsenal star labelled 'incredible' has Carragher and Neville in agreement
Jamie Carragher and Gary Neville believe Arsenal star Myles Lewis-Skelly is the Young Player of the Season, with the 18-year-old defender enjoying an "incredible" breakout season Jamie Carragher and Gary Neville have hailed Arsenal's teenage sensation Myles Lewis-Skelly and named the 18-year-old as their pick for Young Player of the Season. Lewis-Skelly has enjoyed a breakout campaign for the Gunners, making 38 appearances across all competitions. The defender has also earned two England caps under new manager Thomas Tuchel, but he did not make the Premier League's shortlist for their Young Player of the Season award despite both Carragher and Neville believing he deserves to win it. Sharing their picks for a number of end-of-season awards on Sky Sports ' Monday Night Football, Carragher compared Lewis-Skelly to Michael Owen and Wayne Rooney. "At 18 you're a baby," Carragher said. "The thought you could win Young Player of the Year at that age. That's something that Michael Owen does or Wayne Rooney, absolute superstars. I couldn't believe he wasn't on that list. The reason I went for him was how well he played in big games that I've watched. "Against Man City, against Liverpool, in the Bernabeu [against Real Madrid ]. It was more five or six big performance in big venues. I remember going to those venues at 23-24 and that was a lot for me. "To actually go there and play well, you felt like you needed to be in your peak to go to these big stadiums and play really well and feel comfortable. To be doing that at 18. Wow!" Neville also branded Lewis-Skelly "incredible", with the teenager making the most of his opportunity at left-back after the likes of Jurrien Timber and Riccardo Calafiori were sidelined with injuries early on in the campaign. "That's been a massive problem position for Arsenal," Neville explained. "And he's gone in and looked like it's his and he's always been there. That's the biggest compliment you can give to a young player, they just slot in. "[Bukayo] Saka's done it in the last few years. To go in that position and do what he's done. The ability to take the ball in the biggest games in tight situations. It's incredible what he's doing." And Gunners boss Mikel Arteta has been delighted with Lewis-Skelly's progression this season, describing him as a "very rare" talent after impressing in a north London derby win earlier this year. "At 18 years old, playing against [Dejan] Kulusevski and [Brennan] Johnson in a big London derby for the first time, to perform with that composure again," Arteta said. "With that attitude, that control, emotionally, it's very rare to see. "It makes everybody at the club very proud. He's been in our system for a very long time. The kind of education that the academy has given to our boys to get prepared, and then we have to pick them in the moment that we believe they are ready. "With him, it was early and in a different position, because he has never played as a full-back before. He responded in the manner of his own, which is a joy to watch."
Scottish Sun
15-05-2025
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- Scottish Sun
Arsenal fans baffled as Lewis-Skelly is beaten by team-mate, 24, to Premier League Young Player of the Year nomination
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ARSENAL fans have demanded a rule change to the Premier League's Young Player of the Year award. The eight stars nominated for this season's accolade have been announced with Myles Lewis-Skelly missing out. 4 Myles Lewis Skelly did not make the cut for Young Player of the Year Credit: Getty 4 But William Saliba was a shock inclusion Credit: Getty But to the surprise of Arsenal supporters, 24-year-old William Saliba made the cut instead. Liam Delap (Ipswich), Anthony Elanga (Nottingham Forest), Ryan Gravenberch (Liverpool), Dean Huijsen (Bournemouth), Cole Palmer (Chelsea), Joao Pedro (Brighton) and Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa) complete the list of nominees. Many expected Lewis-Skelly to be one of them after a stunning breakthrough season. The 18-year-old has featured 21 times in the Premier League this term and has made the left-back spot his own following his start in December. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL KITTED OUT Arsenal reveal new home kit with major change to badge and eye-watering price Lewis-Skelly's good form even saw him earn a first senior England call-up in March. But he has not been nominated with many of the players chosen aged between 22 and 24. Premier League rules state you are eligible for the Young Player of the Year award if you are 23 or under at the start of the campaign. But many fans want a change to the regulations, with one saying: "It should be Under-21 players only." JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS 4 4 Another added: "They really need to rethink the 'Young' Player of the Season. Because not having Lewis-Skelly but having 24-year-old Saliba makes no sense." A third wrote: "They need a Rookie of the Year award to go along side this for newcomers/younger players." 'Those doubts maybe kick in' - Jamie Carragher hints when Declan Rice will start considering his Arsenal future Gravenberch has also been nominated for the senior Player of the Season award after helping Liverpool win the league. His team-mates Mo Salah and Virgil van Dijk join him on the list. Morgan Gibbs-White and Chris Wood (Nottingham Forest), Alexander Isak (Newcastle), Bryan Mbeumo (Brentford) and Declan Rice (Arsenal) are the other contenders.
