Tag: Shakhtar Donetsk

HAMBURG, GERMANY: Heorhii Sudakov of Schkhtar in action during the UEFA Europa League 2023/24 Knockout Round Play-offs First Leg match between FC Shakhtar Donetsk and Olympique de Marseille at Volksparkstadion on February 15, 2024. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)

Arsenal linked with 21yo as club CEO confirms he’ll leave this summer

Arsenal have been linked with Shakhtar Donetsk midfielder Giorgi Sudakov, and club CEO Sergei Palkin believes he'll definitely depart this summer.
BERLIN, GERMANY: Kenan Yildiz of Turkey celebrates with team mates after scoring the team's second goal during an international friendly match between Germany and Turkey at Olympiastadion on November 18, 2023. (Photo by Maja Hitij/Getty Images)

Juventus would consider €40m Arsenal offer for Yildiz

Juventus considers the future of midfielder Kenan Yildiz amid Arsenal's €40 million interest, a pivotal moment for both clubs in the upcoming transfer window.
Antwerp's Arthur Vermeeren pictured during a press conference of Belgian soccer team Royal Antwerp FC, on Tuesday 03 October 2023 in Antwerp. The team is preparing for tomorrow's game against Ukrainian club Shakhtar Donetsk, on day two of the Champions League group stage, in the group H. BELGA PHOTO TOM GOYVAERTS (Photo by TOM GOYVAERTS/BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal’s assertive move for Arthur Vermeeren gains ground

Arsenal leads Barcelona in the chase for Belgian midfielder Arthur Vermeeren, eyeing a potential January transfer deal.
Leipzig's Spanish forward #07 Dani Olmo controls the ball during the German first division Bundesliga football match between RB Leipzig and VfB Stuttgart in Leipzig, eastern Germany on August 25, 2023. (Photo by RONNY HARTMANN/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal revisit old target amid competition from Chelsea

Arsenal and Chelsea are in a transfer battle over RB Leipzig's Dani Olmo. The midfielder, who has previously been on Arsenal's radar, is reportedly open to leaving Germany. Arsenal had opted for Dani Ceballos over Olmo four years ago.
Shakhtar Donetsk Ukranian forward Mykhaylo Mudryk gives a press conference on the eve of their UEFA Champions League 1st round day 3 group F football match against Real Madrid, at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on October 4, 2022.(Photo by JAVIER SORIANO/AFP via Getty Images)

Chelsea hold medical with Mykhaylo Mudryk

Chelsea are set to sign Mykhaylo Mudryk from Shakhtar Donetsk, despite links to Arsenal throughout the last month.
Shakhtar Donetsk's Ukrainian forward Mykhailo Mudryk celebrates scoring the 1-1 goal during UEFA Champions League Group F between Shakhtar Donetsk and Celtic FC in Warsaw on September 14, 2022. (Photo by JANEK SKARZYNSKI/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal confident of Mudryk deal in time for Manchester United clash

Arsenal are confident of signing Mykhaylo Mudryk in time for him to face Manchester United next week, with more talks planned today, according to reports.
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - OCTOBER 25: Mykhaylo Mudryk of Shakhtar Donetsk celebrates scoring their side's first goal during the UEFA Champions League group F match between Celtic FC and Shakhtar Donetsk at Celtic Park on October 25, 2022 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Arsenal close to agreement to sign their top January target

Arsenal have submitted a new bid for Mykhaylo Mudryk and are now close to agreeing a deal with Shakhtar Donetsk for the transfer.
Leipzig's Hungarian midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai (L) and Shakhtar Donetsk's Ukrainian forward Mykhailo Mudryk vie for the ball during the UEFA Champions League Group F football match between Shakhtar Donetsk and RB Leipzig in Warsaw, on November 2, 2022. (Photo by JANEK SKARZYNSKI/AFP via Getty Images)

Former Gunner now “convinced” Mudryk will join Arsenal

Bacary Sagna thinks Arsenal will end up signing Mykhaylo Mudryk, and the current delay is just due to mind games between the two clubs.
Shakhtar Donetsk's Ukrainian forward Mykhailo Mudryk celebrates scoring the 1-1 goal during UEFA Champions League Group F between Shakhtar Donetsk and Celtic FC in Warsaw on September 14, 2022. (Photo by JANEK SKARZYNSKI/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal finally close to agreeing Mudryk fee

Arsenal's deal for Mykhaylo Mudryk is advancing, with the clubs close to agreeing on a fee, but the player is with Shakhtar Donetsk's training camp for now.
Leipzig's Hungarian midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai (L) and Shakhtar Donetsk's Ukrainian forward Mykhailo Mudryk vie for the ball during the UEFA Champions League Group F football match between Shakhtar Donetsk and RB Leipzig in Warsaw, on November 2, 2022. (Photo by JANEK SKARZYNSKI/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal target to travel to Turkey as transfer talks continue

With no change in Arsenal talks to secure his transfer, Mykhaylo Mudryk will now travel to Turkey for Shakhtar Donetsk's training camp.
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - OCTOBER 25: Mykhaylo Mudryk of Shakhtar Donetsk celebrates scoring their side's first goal during the UEFA Champions League group F match between Celtic FC and Shakhtar Donetsk at Celtic Park on October 25, 2022 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Arsenal to step up pursuit of 2 signings this week

Arsenal remain confident Mykhaylo Mudryk wants to join them and they're also stepping up their pursuit of Joao Felix, according to reports.
Portugal forward Joao Felix runs past Switzerland midfielder Edimilson Fernandes (back) during the Qatar 2022 World Cup round of 16 football match between Portugal and Switzerland at Lusail Stadium on December 6, 2022. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Ornstein: Arsenal want 2 signings in January window

Arsenal are trying to sign both Mykhaylo Mudryk and Joao Felix in the January transfer window, according to various sources.
Shakhtar Donetsk's Ukrainian forward Mykhailo Mudryk celebrates scoring the 1-1 goal during UEFA Champions League Group F between Shakhtar Donetsk and Celtic FC in Warsaw on September 14, 2022. (Photo by JANEK SKARZYNSKI/AFP via Getty Images)

Chelsea try to hijack Mudryk signing but he wants Arsenal

Chelsea are pushing to sign Mykhaylo Mudryk, but the player only wants a move to Arsenal, according to reports.
SAO PAULO, BRAZIL - NOVEMBER 02: Thiago Galhardo of Fortaleza and Danilo of Palmeiras fight for the ball during a match between Palmeiras and Fortaleza as part of Brasileirao Series A 2022 at Allianz Parque on November 02, 2022 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. (Photo by Alexandre Schneider/Getty Images)

Arsenal set to pursue midfielder after Mykhaylo Mudryk

Arsenal could look at a midfielder later in the transfer window if they secure a move for Mykhaylo Mudryk, according to a report.
Shakhtar Donetsk Ukranian forward Mykhaylo Mudryk gives a press conference on the eve of their UEFA Champions League 1st round day 3 group F football match against Real Madrid, at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on October 4, 2022. (Photo by JAVIER SORIANO / AFP) (Photo by JAVIER SORIANO/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal submit new £44.2m bid for January signing

Arsenal have submitted a new bid for Mykhaylo Mudryk, and Shakhtar Donetsk are considering the offer.
Leipzig's Hungarian midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai (L) and Shakhtar Donetsk's Ukrainian forward Mykhailo Mudryk vie for the ball during the UEFA Champions League Group F football match between Shakhtar Donetsk and RB Leipzig in Warsaw, on November 2, 2022. (Photo by JANEK SKARZYNSKI/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal agree 5-year deal with potential January signing

Arsenal have an agreement in principle with Mykhaylo Mudryk and they're set to make a second bid to Shakhtar Donetsk for his signature.
Shakhtar Donetsk Ukranian forward Mykhaylo Mudryk gives a press conference on the eve of their UEFA Champions League 1st round day 3 group F football match against Real Madrid, at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on October 4, 2022.(Photo by JAVIER SORIANO/AFP via Getty Images)

Mykhaylo Mudryk sends another hint over Arsenal move

Mykhaylo Mudryk seemed to be sending another hint to Shakhtar Donetsk on Saturday, posting as he watched an Arsenal match again.
Leipzig's Hungarian midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai (L) and Shakhtar Donetsk's Ukrainian forward Mykhailo Mudryk vie for the ball during the UEFA Champions League Group F football match between Shakhtar Donetsk and RB Leipzig in Warsaw, on November 2, 2022. (Photo by JANEK SKARZYNSKI/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal optimistic of deal for €80-85m winger

Arsenal are optimistic they can eventually reach a deal to sign Mykhaylo Mudryk from Shakhtar Donetsk, and another bid for the player is expected.
MADRID, SPAIN: Joao Felix of Atletico de Madrid warms up prior to the UEFA Champions League Round Of Sixteen Leg One match between Atletico Madrid and Manchester United at Wanda Metropolitano on February 23, 2022. (Photo by Angel Martinez / Getty Images)

David Ornstein confirms Arsenal chasing Atletico signing

Arsenal are keen to sign both Mykhaylo Mudryk permanently and Joao Felix of Atletico Madrid on loan, according to David Ornstein.
Shakhtar Donetsk Ukranian forward Mykhaylo Mudryk gives a press conference on the eve of their UEFA Champions League 1st round day 3 group F football match against Real Madrid, at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on October 4, 2022. (Photo by JAVIER SORIANO / AFP) (Photo by JAVIER SORIANO/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal Mudryk talks confirmed by Shakhtar CEO

Shakhtar Donetsk CEO Sergei Palkin has confirmed they're holding further talks with Arsenal over Mykhaylo Mudryk, with the Ukrainian media confident in an eventual deal.
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - OCTOBER 25: Mykhaylo Mudryk of Shakhtar Donetsk celebrates scoring their side's first goal during the UEFA Champions League group F match between Celtic FC and Shakhtar Donetsk at Celtic Park on October 25, 2022 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Arsenal €65m bid rejected but still confident of deal

Arsenal's opening bid for Mykhaylo Mudryk has been rejected, but talks are set to continue and the Gunners are reportedly confident.
Shakhtar Donetsk Ukranian forward Mykhaylo Mudryk gives a press conference on the eve of their UEFA Champions League 1st round day 3 group F football match against Real Madrid, at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on October 4, 2022. (Photo by JAVIER SORIANO / AFP) (Photo by JAVIER SORIANO/AFP via Getty Images)

Mudryk sends message after €65m Arsenal bid

Mykhaylo Mudryk seemingly sent a message to Shakhtar Donetsk on Instagram after Arsenal submitted their first bid for him this week.
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - OCTOBER 25: Mykhaylo Mudryk of Shakhtar Donetsk celebrates scoring their side's first goal during the UEFA Champions League group F match between Celtic FC and Shakhtar Donetsk at Celtic Park on October 25, 2022 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Arsenal face €30m valuation gap for primary January target

Arsenal are reportedly at least €30m away from Shakhtar Donetsk's valuation of Mykhaylo Mudryk, who remains their priority January target.
Leipzig's Hungarian midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai (L) and Shakhtar Donetsk's Ukrainian forward Mykhailo Mudryk vie for the ball during the UEFA Champions League Group F football match between Shakhtar Donetsk and RB Leipzig in Warsaw, on November 2, 2022. (Photo by JANEK SKARZYNSKI/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal now favourites to sign 10-goal winger in January

Arsenal are in pole position to sign Mykhaylo Mudryk, who is keen on the move, but it still might not happen in the January window.
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - OCTOBER 25: Mykhaylo Mudryk of Shakhtar Donetsk celebrates scoring their side's first goal during the UEFA Champions League group F match between Celtic FC and Shakhtar Donetsk at Celtic Park on October 25, 2022 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Ornstein: Arsenal have ‘very good chance’ of signing Mudryk

David Ornstein's sources feel Mykhaylo Mudryk has a very good chance of joining Arsenal in January, after Shakhtar Donetsk's CEO held transfer talks this week.
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - OCTOBER 25: Mykhaylo Mudryk of Shakhtar Donetsk celebrates scoring their side's first goal during the UEFA Champions League group F match between Celtic FC and Shakhtar Donetsk at Celtic Park on October 25, 2022 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Mudryk reps travel to London for Arsenal talks

Shakhtar Donetsk's representatives have been in London this week to discuss player sales, notably Arsenal-linked Mykhaylo Mudryk.
Shakhtar Donetsk Ukranian forward Mykhaylo Mudryk gives a press conference on the eve of their UEFA Champions League 1st round day 3 group F football match against Real Madrid, at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on October 4, 2022.(Photo by JAVIER SORIANO/AFP via Getty Images)

David Ornstein confirms Arsenal’s top January target

Arsenal's top target for the January transfer window is Mykhaylo Mudryk, with David Ornstein reporting that sources believe the deal has a good chance.
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - OCTOBER 25: Mykhaylo Mudryk of Shakhtar Donetsk celebrates scoring their side's first goal during the UEFA Champions League group F match between Celtic FC and Shakhtar Donetsk at Celtic Park on October 25, 2022 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Arsenal close to £40m deal for Mykhaylo Mudryk

Arsenal have the framework of a deal to sign Mykhaylo Mudryk in place for significantly less than previously reported, according to new claims.
Ukraine's midfielder Mykhaylo Mudryk reacts during the friendly football match between German first division Bundesliga club Borussia Moenchengladbach and Ukraine's national football team on May 11, 2022. (Photo by INA FASSBENDER/AFP via Getty Images)

Mykhaylo Mudryk speaks out against his club’s €100m asking price

Mykhaylo Mudryk has spoken out against a reported valuation of €100m put on him by Shakhtar Donetsk, insisting it could stop his dream move.
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND: Mykhaylo Mudryk of Ukraine warms up prior to the FIFA World Cup Qualifier match between Scotland and Ukraine at Hampden Park on June 01, 2022 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Mykhaylo Mudryk’s agent insists now is the time for a transfer

Mykhaylo Mudryk's agent has played down talk of a huge valuation on his client, adding that now is a good time for him to leave Shakhtar Donetsk.
Shakhtar Donetsk's Ukrainian forward Mykhailo Mudryk celebrates scoring the 1-1 goal during UEFA Champions League Group F between Shakhtar Donetsk and Celtic FC in Warsaw on September 14, 2022. (Photo by JANEK SKARZYNSKI/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal make €60m offer for Mykhaylo Mudryk – report

Arsenal have reportedly made an offer of around €60m for Mykhaylo Mudryk and are now waiting for a response from Shakhtar Donetsk.
Shakhtar Donetsk's Ukranian forward Mykhaylo Mudryk takes part in a team training session at Celtic Park in Glasgow on October 24, 2022, on the eve of their UEFA Champions League Group F football match against Celtic. (Photo by ANDY BUCHANAN/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal remain interested in €60m+ winger for January

Arsenal remain interested in Mykhaylo Mudryk of Shakhtar Donetsk ahead of the January transfer window, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Ukraine's midfielder Mykhaylo Mudryk reacts during the friendly football match between German first division Bundesliga club Borussia Moenchengladbach and Ukraine's national football team on May 11, 2022. (Photo by INA FASSBENDER/AFP via Getty Images)

Gunners transfer target’s teammates joke that he’s already at Arsenal

Shakhtar Donetsk goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin jokes with teammate Mykhaylo Mudryk in training that he's 'already at Arsenal'.
Shakhtar Donetsk's Ukrainian forward Mykhailo Mudryk celebrates scoring the 1-1 goal during UEFA Champions League Group F between Shakhtar Donetsk and Celtic FC in Warsaw on September 14, 2022. (Photo by JANEK SKARZYNSKI/AFP via Getty Images)

Club director confirms Arsenal interest in expensive winger

Shakhtar Donetsk deputy sporting director Carlo Nicolini has confirmed Arsenal's interest in Mykhaylo Mudryk, but slapped a huge price tag on him.
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND: Mykhaylo Mudryk of Ukraine warms up prior to the FIFA World Cup Qualifier match between Scotland and Ukraine at Hampden Park on June 01, 2022 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Arsenal still in the race for €60m winger ahead of January window

Arsenal are still one of the clubs interested in a move for Shakhtar Donetsk's Mykhaylo Mudryk, despite not making a bid over the summer.
Shakhtar Donetsk's Ukrainian forward Mykhailo Mudryk celebrates scoring the 1-1 goal during UEFA Champions League Group F between Shakhtar Donetsk and Celtic FC in Warsaw on September 14, 2022. (Photo by JANEK SKARZYNSKI/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal target’s price tag increases by €15m ahead of January

Arsenal may still be interested in Mykhaylo Mudryk in the winter window, but the winger's price tag has reportedly increased.
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND: Mykhaylo Mudryk of Ukraine warms up prior to the FIFA World Cup Qualifier match between Scotland and Ukraine at Hampden Park on June 01, 2022 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Sporting director gives transfer update on key Arsenal target

Shakhtar Donetsk sporting director Darijo Srna says anyone looking to buy Mykhaylo Mudryk would have to spend a lot of money, amid links to Arsenal.
Ukraine's midfielder Mykhaylo Mudryk reacts during the friendly football match between German first division Bundesliga club Borussia Moenchengladbach and Ukraine's national football team on May 11, 2022. (Photo by INA FASSBENDER/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal transfer target admits he couldn’t say ‘no’ to them

Mykhaylo Mudryk says he couldn't turn down an offer from Arsenal in the winter, but the decision isn't only up to him.
Ukraine's midfielder Mykhaylo Mudryk reacts during the friendly football match between German first division Bundesliga club Borussia Moenchengladbach and Ukraine's national football team on May 11, 2022. (Photo by INA FASSBENDER/AFP via Getty Images)

Conflicting reports on late Arsenal deal for €50m winger

Conflicting reports make it unclear whether or not Arsenal are in negotiations to sign Mykhaylo Mudryk, but it seems they're at least interested.
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND: Mykhaylo Mudryk of Ukraine warms up prior to the FIFA World Cup Qualifier match between Scotland and Ukraine at Hampden Park on June 01, 2022 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Shakhtar Donetsk set price as Arsenal contact player’s camp

Arsenal are exploring a deal for Mychajlo Mudryk of Shakhtar Donetsk, making contact with his representatives in recent days.