Tag: Lille OSC

STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN - MARCH 24: Amadou Onana of Belgium looks on prior to the UEFA EURO 2024 qualifying round group F match between Sweden and Belgium at Friends Arena on March 24, 2023 in Stockholm, Sweden. (Photo by Linnea Rheborg/Getty Images)

Arsenal talks for Everton star face problems

Arsenal faces hurdles in their bid for Everton's Amadou Onana, amidst financial challenges and transfer complexities.
Barcelona's Gabonese midfielder Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang gestures before the start of the friendly football match between FC Barcelona and Manchester City, at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona on August 24, 2022. (Photo by Josep LAGO / AFP)

Barcelona or Arsenal? Aubameyang names best spell of his career

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang says he's never enjoyed football as much as his time at Barcelona, even going to training on his off days.
Marseille's Italian head coach Gennaro Gattuso (back) hugs Marseille's Gabonese forward #10 Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (R) and Marseille's French midfielder #34 Bilal Nadir (L) after winning the UEFA Europa League Group B football match between Olympique Marseille and AEK Athens at Stade Velodrome in Marseille, southern France on October 26, 2023. (Photo by CLEMENT MAHOUDEAU/AFP via Getty Images)

Criticism of former Arsenal captain grows

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's move to Olympique de Marseille has become a subject of intense scrutiny, with the once-prolific striker struggling to replicate his scoring feats in Ligue 1, leading to widespread criticism.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta gestures on the touchline as a penalty decision is reviewed by the VAR (Video Assistant Referee) during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium in London on September 3, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

“I feel extremely responsible” says Mikel Arteta

Arsenal's Mikel Arteta delves into the complexities and unpredictability of high-value football transfers, using recent examples to illustrate his points.
HARRISON, NEW JERSEY - APRIL 06: Vito Mannone #1 of Minnesota United gets in position during the second half against the New York Red Bulls at Red Bull Arena on April 06, 2019 in Harrison, New Jersey.The Minnesota United defeated the New York Red Bulls 2-1. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Lille turn to Vito Mannone after failing to buy Arsenal goalkeeper

Lille made an attempt to sign Runar Alex Runarsson earlier this summer, and they've now turned to former Arsenal goalkeeper Vito Mannone.
Reims striker Folarin Balogun (R) celebrates after scoring a goal during the French L1 football match between Troyes and Reims on October 2, 2022, at the Aube Stadium in Troyes. (Photo by FRANCOIS NASCIMBENI/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal’s Balogun may be available for as low as £27m

Folarin Balogun may be available this summer for less than previously reported, according to new claims from France this week.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Malang Sarr of Chelsea battles for possession with Edon Zhegrova of Lille OSC during the UEFA Champions League Round Of Sixteen Leg One match between Chelsea FC and Lille OSC at Stamford Bridge on February 22, 2022. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Arsenal submit offer for Lille winger as they set transfer stance

Arsenal have reportedly submitted an offer for 23-year-old winger Edon Zhegrova, but Lille aren't planning to sell.
Lille's Amadou Onana pictured during the return leg of a UEFA Champions League 1/8 finals match between French soccer team LOSC Lille and English Chelsea FC, Wednesday 16 March 2022 in Lille, France. (Photo by VIRGINIE LEFOUR/BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal contact agent of 20yo long-term target

Arsenal are interested in Lille midfielder Amadou Onana, according to a report, though they're not the only Premier League club in the race.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Salah Oulad M'Hand of Arsenal (R) is congratulated by teammates Joel Lopez (L) and Omar Rekik (C) after scoring their team's second goal during the Premier League 2 match between Arsenal U23 and Brighton & Hove Albion U23 at Emirates Stadium on October 01, 2021. (Photo by Alex Burstow/Getty Images)

Arsenal 20yo loaned to Eredivisie with appearance clause

Arsenal youth defender Omar Rekik has signed a season-long loan deal with Sparta Rotterdam with an appearance clause in it.
Kosovo's midfielder Edon Zhegrova (L) is challenged by Switzerland's midfielder Steven Zuber during a friendly football match between Switzerland and Kosovo at Stadion Letzigrund stadium in Zurich on March 29, 2022. (Photo by FABRICE COFFRINI/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal keen on £11m Ligue 1 signing

Arsenal are keen on signing 23-year-old Edon Zhegrova from Lille, according to reports, despite the winger only moving to France in January.
LILLE, FRANCE: Jonathan David of Lille celebrates scoring a goal which is later disallowed by VAR during the UEFA Champions League group G match between Lille OSC and VfL Wolfsburg at Stade Pierre-Mauroy on September 14, 2021. (Photo by Lars Baron / Getty Images)

Arsenal are front runners for 16-goal Ligue 1 striker

Arsenal are the front runners to sign Jonathan David from Ligue 1 side Lille this summer, according to a report.
HAMILTON, ON - JANUARY 30: Cyle Larin #17 of Canada celebrates his goal with Jonathan David #20 during a 2022 World Cup Qualifying match against the United States at Tim Hortons Field on January 30, 2022 in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images)

Arsenal lead talks for Jonathan David with Lille happy to sell

Lille 22-year-old Jonathan David remains on Arsenal's shortlist of centre-forward targets and they are apparently 'ahead' in discussions.
Jack Wilshere in training with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Jack Wilshere offered to Ligue 1 club

Jack Wilshere was offered to Lille during the January transfer window, but the Ligue 1 club ended up signing Hatem Ben Arfa instead.
LILLE, FRANCE: Jonathan David of Lille celebrates scoring a goal which is later disallowed by VAR during the UEFA Champions League group G match between Lille OSC and VfL Wolfsburg at Stade Pierre-Mauroy on September 14, 2021. (Photo by Lars Baron / Getty Images)

Agent admits 22yo 16-goal striker will move this summer

Reported Arsenal target Jonathan David has been pictured wearing a Thierry Henry shirt, after his agent admitted he'll be on the move this summer.
LILLE, FRANCE: Renato Sanches of Lille shoots at goal during the UEFA Champions League group G match between Lille OSC and Sevilla FC at Stade Pierre-Mauroy on October 20, 2021. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

“Maybe Milan and Arsenal are interested” says “ready” Renato Sanches

Arsenal are monitoring Lille midfielder Renato Sanches, but they're yet to make an approach for the player, according to reports.
SEVILLE, SPAIN: Jonathan David of Lille OSC scores their team's first goal from the penalty spot during the UEFA Champions League group G match between Sevilla FC and Lille OSC at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on November 02, 2021. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)

Arsenal target’s agent confirms summer plan to move

Jonathan David's agent claims this will be his client's last season with Lille, amid recent links with a move to Arsenal.
Arthur Cabral playing for FC Basel (Photo via Cabral on Instagram)

Arsenal add 27-goal striker to their transfer shortlist

Arsenal are actively looking for a new striker, and Arthur Cabral is the latest player named on the club's reported shortlist.
LILLE, FRANCE: Jonathan David of Lille celebrates scoring a goal which is later disallowed by VAR during the UEFA Champions League group G match between Lille OSC and VfL Wolfsburg at Stade Pierre-Mauroy on September 14, 2021. (Photo by Lars Baron / Getty Images)

Lille put €55m price tag on Arsenal target

Lille don't want to sell Arsenal-linked Jonathan David in January, and they'd be looking for a substantial fee for the forward in the summer.
LEEDS, ENGLAND: Dominic Calvert-Lewin of Everton celebrates after scoring their side's first goal from the penalty spot during the Premier League match between Leeds United and Everton at Elland Road on August 21, 2021. (Photo by Jan Kruger / Getty Images)

Arsenal scout 2 strikers as Lacazette replacements

Another outlet has confirmed Arsenal's interest in Dominic Calvert-Lewin, but he's reportedly not the only striker the club are looking at.
RENATO SANCHES - Portugal vs France - UEFA EURO - 23/06/2021. Anthony BIBARD / FEP / Panoramic

Ligue 1 midfielder responds to Arsenal links

Renato Sanches says Arsenal may be interested in him, and he's ready to consider any offers he gets in the upcoming transfer window.
RENATO SANCHES - Portugal vs France - UEFA EURO - 23/06/2021. Anthony BIBARD / FEP / Panoramic

Arsenal very interested in Renato Sanches

Arsenal and Liverpool are very interested in Lille midfielder Renato Sanches this summer, according to a report from France.
10th December 2019, Stamford Bridge, London, England UEFA Champions League Football, Chelsea versus Lille. Lille sporting director Luis Campos. Photo: Shaun Brooks

Arsenal in talks for new Sporting Director

Former AS Monaco and Lille sporting director Luis Campos is in talks with Arsenal, following his departure from Lille in December.
Zeki Celik: Lille vs Saint Etienne - Ligue 1 Uber Eats - 16/05/2021 Photo: FEP / Panoramic

£13m: Arsenal interested in Lille right-back Zeki Celik

Arsenal are interested in Lille right-back Zeki Celik, who is valued at £13m and expected to leave the Ligue 1 club this summer.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 04: Gabriel of Arsenal holds off Enda Stevens of Sheffield United during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Sheffield United at Emirates Stadium on October 04, 2020 in London, England. (Photo by Kirsty Wigglesworth - Pool/Getty Images)

Arsenal only paid an initial £5m for Gabriel this summer

Arsenal only paid £5m for Gabriel Magalhaes this summer, according to a report, with the rest due over the next three years of his deal.
Gabriel Magalhães

Arsenal fans successfully track Gabriel flight to London

Arsenal fans successfully tracked Gabriel Magalhaes' flight to London on Monday morning, as the player prepares to sign for the Gunners.
Lille's Brazilian defender Gabriel dos Santos Magalhaes (L) fights for the ball with Lyon's French forward Moussa Dembele during the French League Cup semifinal football match between Olympique Lyonnais and Lille LOSC at the Groupama stadium in Decines-Charpieu near Lyon, central eastern France on January 21, 2020. (Photo by JEAN-PHILIPPE KSIAZEK / AFP)

Arsenal confident of Gabriel signing after increasing offer

Arsenal increased their offer to Gabriel Magalhaes on Friday night to try and close the signing, with the board now confident about the move.
Lille's Brazilian defender Gabriel Magalhaes (L) vies with Strasbourg's French midfielder Adrien Thomasson during the French L1 football match between Strasbourg (RCSA) and Lille (LOSC), on February 1, 2020, at the Meinau stadium in Strasbourg, eastern France. (Photo by PATRICK HERTZOG / AFP)

Lopez: We’ve told Gabriel where we think he should go

Lille president Gerard Lopez says the club have made a recommendation to Gabriel Magalhaes over whether to choose Arsenal or Napoli.
Lille's Brazilian defender Gabriel dos Santos Magalhaes (L) fights for the ball with Rennes' Senegalese forward Mbaye Niang (R)during the French L1 Football match between Rennes (SRFC) and Lille (LOSC), on September 22, 2019, at the Roazhon Park, in Rennes, northwestern France. (Photo by JEAN-FRANCOIS MONIER / AFP)

Arsenal will win race for Gabriel

Gabriel Magalhaes will accept an Arsenal offer to join from Lille, with Napoli unable to sign him unless they can sell Kalidou Koulibaly.
Lille's Brazilian defender Gabriel dos Santos Magalhaes (R) fights for the ball with Montpellier's French forward Gaetan Laborde during the French L1 football match between Lille OSC (LOSC) and Montpellier Herault Sport Club (MHSC) at the Pierre Mauroy Stadium in Villeneuve-d'Ascq, on December 13, 2019. (Photo by FRANCOIS LO PRESTI / AFP) (Photo by FRANCOIS LO PRESTI/AFP via Getty Images)

Everton pull out of the race for Gabriel Magalhaes

Everton are no longer in the race for Lille's Gabriel Magalhaes, pulling out over a disagreement in the valuation of the player, according to reports.
Gabriel Magalhães

Arsenal or Napoli? Lille president confirms Gabriel will leave, decision ‘early next week’

Lille president Gerard Lopez claims Gabriel Magalhaes will make a final decision on his future early next week, with Arsenal reportedly in the mix.
Lille's Brazilian defender Gabriel dos Santos Magalhaes (R) fights for the ball with Montpellier's French forward Gaetan Laborde during the French L1 football match between Lille OSC (LOSC) and Montpellier Herault Sport Club (MHSC) at the Pierre Mauroy Stadium in Villeneuve-d'Ascq, on December 13, 2019. (Photo by FRANCOIS LO PRESTI / AFP) (Photo by FRANCOIS LO PRESTI/AFP via Getty Images)

Multiple reports, bid accepted, Gabriel Magalhaes closing in on Arsenal move

Lille centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes is getting closer to a move to Arsenal, according to various reports.
Future Arsenal teammates? Chelsea's Brazilian midfielder Willian (L) vies with Lille's Brazilian defender Gabriel dos Santos Magalhaes during the UEFA Champion's League Group H football match between Chelsea and Lille at Stamford Bridge in London on December 10, 2019. (Photo by Glyn KIRK / AFP)

Large Arsenal bid accepted for Gabriel Magalhaes

Arsenal are one of two clubs in the mix for Gabriel Magalhaes after others fell away and the defender must now decide at the start of the week if he will join Arsenal or Napoli.
Lille's Brazilian defender Gabriel dos Santos Magalhaes (L) fights for the ball with Lyon's French forward Moussa Dembele during the French League Cup semifinal football match between Olympique Lyonnais and Lille LOSC at the Groupama stadium in Decines-Charpieu near Lyon, central eastern France on January 21, 2020. (Photo by JEAN-PHILIPPE KSIAZEK / AFP)

English ‘historical top-six’ club bid for Gabriel Magalhaes

An English club from the historical top-six recently outbid Napoli for Lille defender Gabriel Magalhaes, according to reports.
Nantes' Brazilian midfielder Andrei Girotto (L) vies with Lille's Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen (R) during the French L1 Football match between FC Nantes and Lille (LOSC), at La Beaujoire Stadium, Nantes, western France, on March 1, 2020. (Photo by JEAN-FRANCOIS MONIER / AFP) (Photo by JEAN-FRANCOIS MONIER/AFP via Getty Images)

Osimhen still hoping for Arsenal offer over Napoli move

Victor Osimhen is still hoping to receive an offer from Arsenal or Manchester United, despite closing in on a full agreement with Napoli, according to reports.
Lille's Brazilian defender Gabriel dos Santos Magalhaes (L) fights for the ball with Lyon's French forward Moussa Dembele during the French League Cup semifinal football match between Olympique Lyonnais and Lille LOSC at the Groupama stadium in Decines-Charpieu near Lyon, central eastern France on January 21, 2020. (Photo by JEAN-PHILIPPE KSIAZEK / AFP)

Arsenal set to make offer for Gabriel Magalhaes

Arsenal are set to make an offer for Gabriel Magalhaes, after a positive response to initial enquiries with the player himself, according to reports.
Lille's Brazilian defender Gabriel Magalhaes (L) vies with Strasbourg's French midfielder Adrien Thomasson during the French L1 football match between Strasbourg (RCSA) and Lille (LOSC), on February 1, 2020, at the Meinau stadium in Strasbourg, eastern France. (Photo by PATRICK HERTZOG / AFP)

Lille in advanced negotiations for Gabriel transfer

Lille OSC are in advanced negotiations with a club for the transfer of Arsenal-linked Gabriel Magalhaes, according to a report in France.
Lille's Brazilian defender Gabriel Magalhaes (L) vies with Strasbourg's French midfielder Adrien Thomasson during the French L1 football match between Strasbourg (RCSA) and Lille (LOSC), on February 1, 2020, at the Meinau stadium in Strasbourg, eastern France. (Photo by PATRICK HERTZOG / AFP)

Arsenal-linked Gabriel Magalhaes would cost €30m

Arsenal-linked Lille centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes would cost €30m this summer, according to reports in France.
FARO, PORTUGAL - JULY 21: Gabriel Magalhaes of Lille competes for the ball with Kieran Dowell of Everton during the match between Everton FC and LOSC Lille for Algarve Football Cup 2018 at Estadio do Algarve on July 21, 2018, in Faro, Portugal. (Photo by Carlos Rodrigues/Getty Images)

Edu contacted Lille over Gabriel Magalhaes in January

Arsenal technical director Edu spoke to Lille about signing Gabriel Magalhaes in January, and the club plan to go back in the summer, according to reports.
FARO, PORTUGAL - JULY 21: Gabriel Magalhaes of LOSC Lille during the match between Everton FC and LOSC Lille for Algarve Football Cup 2018 at Estadio do Algarve on July 21, 2018, in Faro, Portugal. (Photo by Carlos Rodrigues/Getty Images)

Arsenal made ‘firm offer’ for Gabriel Magalhaes in January

Arsenal sent a firm offer to Lille for centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes in January, but they didn't meet the Ligue 1 club's asking price.
Chelsea's Brazilian midfielder Willian (L) vies with Lille's French midfielder Boubakary Soumare (R) during the UEFA Champion's League Group H football match between Chelsea and Lille at Stamford Bridge in London on December 10, 2019. (Photo by Glyn KIRK / AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal in for Soumare: Lille ‘very open’ to selling

Arsenal are one of the clubs in for Lille midfielder Boubakary Soumare, with his current side 'very open' to selling this month.