It seems that in the last few seasons, Arsenal news has been dominated by questions over Arsene Wenger’s future as manager.

The stalwart has been in charge of the North London outfit for the past two decades, but in recent years has struggled to maintain a serious challenge for the Premier League title.

In fact, the club failed to qualify for the Champions League for the first time in Wenger’s reign in the 2016-17 campaign, and history looks to repeat itself as the Gunners are 13 points off the pace with six games left to play.

A large number of Arsenal fans remain keen on the Frenchman leaving at the end of the season, despite him signing a fresh two-year deal last summer.

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Numerous names have been linked to the role, but it seems that Juventus boss Massimiliano Allegri is a favourite among the fans.

Following the Italian giants’ cruel and dramatic Champions League exit at the hands of Real Madrid in the quarter-finals, football.london journalist Charles Watts suggested that he wanted Allegri to take over at the Emirates.

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Arsenal fans agreed.

The Gunners would face competition, though, as the Daily Star recently reported that Chelsea are expected to appoint Allegri as Antonio Conte’s replacement this summer.

Arsenal have a busy summer ahead as they look for a new manager, as well as attempt to strengthen the squad.

It is clear that the Gunners require a handful of new additions, including a goalkeeper, defender and defensive midfielder.

Numerous targets have been mentioned in the media, and now attention has turned to Schalke midfielder Max Meyer.

On Thursday, the club confirmed that the 22-year-old will be a free agent at the end of the season after failing to agree fresh terms with the German outfit.

Meyer predominantly plays centrally in the middle of the park, but has at times dropped back to protect the defence, and has also been positioned in an attacking position.

In the last few days, Arsenal supporters have been focusing on the huge news regarding Arsene Wenger’s resignation, and now attention has turned to potential new arrivals.

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On Reddit, the fans have been deliberating whether or not the club should swoop for Meyer, who is rated at £18m by Transfermarkt.

Comment from discussion [Official] Max Meyer won’t renew his contract and will be a free agent this summer.Comment from discussion [Official] Max Meyer won’t renew his contract and will be a free agent this summer.Comment from discussion [Official] Max Meyer won’t renew his contract and will be a free agent this summer.Comment from discussion [Official] Max Meyer won’t renew his contract and will be a free agent this summer.Comment from discussion [Official] Max Meyer won’t renew his contract and will be a free agent this summer.Comment from discussion [Official] Max Meyer won’t renew his contract and will be a free agent this summer.Comment from discussion [Official] Max Meyer won’t renew his contract and will be a free agent this summer.Comment from discussion [Official] Max Meyer won’t renew his contract and will be a free agent this summer.Comment from discussion [Official] Max Meyer won’t renew his contract and will be a free agent this summer.Comment from discussion [Official] Max Meyer won’t renew his contract and will be a free agent this summer.

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Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has admitted in interview with ESPN Brazil that every team needs a Brazilian player.

What’s the word?

The Red Devils will be in the market this summer for a handful of players as they try to compete with Manchester City for the Premier League title next season.

While speaking to ESPN Brazil, the Portuguese coach spoke of the importance of having a Brazilian in any football team.

One man that is unlikely to be arriving at Old Trafford this summer is Chelsea star Willian.

The 29-year-old winger played under Mourinho at Stamford Bridge, but the United boss does not think that the Blues will sanction a transfer due to Nemanja Matic’s switch last summer.

“I think that a team without a Brazilian isn’t a team, but also, a squad with three or four Brazilian athletes, depending on their profile, cannot make a great team too. I’m kidding! Who knows we can have a Brazilian in the squad next year. I don’t believe it will be Willian, because Chelsea won’t make it possible.”

Could it be Fred?

One area that United are likely to be looking at this summer is midfield due to impending departures.

Michael Carrick will leave at the end of the season, while Marouane Fellaini is likely to be heading towards the exit gate.

A lot has been made of Paul Pogba’s form this season, but there is a certain Brazilian who could potentially help the £89m thrive.

Shakhtar Donetsk’s Fred has caught the eye due to his performances in the middle of the park.

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The 25-year-old – valued at £17.1m by Transfermarkt – has made 34 appearances in all competitions.

The Brazilian predominantly plays as a central midfielder, but can also position himself further forward and has contributed with four goals and six assists.

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According to The Sun, Tottenham Hotspur and Everton are locked in a battle with Chelsea for the signature of Spartak Moscow midfielder Fernando.

What’s the story?

Both Tottenham and Everton are expected to be in the market for at least one new central midfielder this summer, whilst that is also an area of the field where Chelsea will look to strengthen.

According to The Sun, all three Premier League clubs are competing for the signature of Brazilian midfielder Fernando, who has been tipped to leave Spartak Moscow this summer.

The 26-year-old is rated by transfermarkt.co.uk at £6.3m, but it is understood that Spartak Moscow would demand £22m for the 26-year-old in this summer’s transfer window.

Sevilla and Atletico Madrid are also said to be considering an approach at the end of the season, but it is thought that Fernando, who has a contract in Russia until the end of the 2020-21 campaign, prefers a move to the Premier League.

What would Fernando bring to the Premier League?

Fernando joined Spartak Moscow from Sampdoria in the summer of 2016, and he made 30 appearances during an impressive first season in Russian football.

This term, the Brazilian has scored six times and registered four assists in 36 appearances in all competitions.

Fernando is widely known as a defensive midfielder, but he has brought a goal threat to Spartak Moscow this season, and there is no question that he has the physical attributes to operate in the Premier League.

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Tottenham and Everton face a battle to convince the midfielder to make the move to England, and it will be very interesting to see what occurs in this summer’s transfer window.

Everton supporters want their club to move for Roma’s Radja Nainggolan this summer, but that does seem to be an unrealistic signing.

When considering that Fernando will not exactly break the bank, he could turn out to be a very smart arrival for one lucky club.

The pressure was on Manchester United to give Manchester City and Chelsea a run for their money this season.Jose Mourinho was in his second year in charge of the North-West outfit, and even though he benefited from his former club Chelsea slipping up in the title race, he could not rely on City to do the same.In fact, Pep Guardiola’s side stormed to the title and on the final day of the season they became the first ever Premier League club to claim 100 points in a campaign.United finished second in the table, but they were a mammoth 19 points adrift of their neighbours come the final whistle.[ad_pod ]Despite another title bid falling by the wayside, Mourinho’s men have the chance to scoop silverware as they prepare to take on Chelsea in the FA Cup final on May 19.Expectations are high at Old Trafford, though, so even if they do claim their 13th FA Cup, fans will be remain disappointed by the lack of staying power in the title race.On Twitter, the supporters chose moments when they believed that the league campaign went downhill.

Manchester City fans will feel fairly relaxed heading into the new season given how much they dominated the Premier League.

Pep Guardiola’s side eased to the title, leaving the likes of Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal in their wake.

Even though City have had big success, pressure will be on for them to repeat their glory in the top flight and also improve in the Champions League.

The blue half of Manchester made it to the quarter-finals of the competition, but were beaten 5-1 on aggregate by Liverpool, who have gone on to reach the final in Kiev.

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Of course, City will be in the market for some fresh faces this summer, and with the funds that the club have at their disposal, the sky is the limit.

Guardiola could do with bringing in some new wingers to challenge Leroy Sane and Raheem Sterling, while another midfielder would also not go amiss.

On Reddit, City fans have been discussing the current squad and who should be recruited in the transfer market.

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Newcastle United fans don’t appear keen on right-back Ryan Fredericks, despite being linked with a move for him earlier this week.

The Chronicle reported that the Magpies were looking closely at the Fulham right-back, with his contract at Craven Cottage set to expire this summer.

In the days since it has looked increasingly like he well end up joining West Ham United, as reported by The Independent on Friday.

Still, he could have been a viable option for Rafa Benitez, who is looking to add depth to his squad in an attempt in improve on this season’s 10th placed finish in the English Premier League.

Newcastle fans would much prefer DeAndre Yedlin continue as first choice at St James’ Park though, despite Fredericks’ impressive season in the Championship.

A massive 87% of respondents to a poll we published earlier this week believe Yedlin is a better option on the right hand side of the Newcastle defence.

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According to De Telegraaf, Tottenham Hotspur are interested in PSV Eindhoven attacker Steven Bergwijn this summer, and are prepared to battle Arsenal for his signature.

The 20-year-old scored eight times and registered 11 assists in 36 appearances in all competitions for PSV during the 2017-18 campaign.

Arsenal have been strongly linked with a move for the attacker, but Tottenham are also believed to be in the hunt ahead of the 2018-19 season.

Valued at £7.2m by transfermarkt.co.uk, it is unlikely that Spurs would have to break the bank for a player who has scored three times in eight appearances for Netherlands Under-21s.

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That said, PSV are certainly well within their rights to ask for big money for Bergwijn, especially considering that the youngster has a contract until 2021.

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The Tottenham fans have been reacting to the transfer speculation, and it would be fair to say that not too many are convinced when it comes to Bergwijn’s potential arrival.

A selection of the Twitter reaction can be seen below:

Raheem Sterling has had a turbulent few years in football due to his controversial move from Liverpool to Manchester City, and the frequent bashing that he seems to receive from some media outlets.

Last season, though, the England international, who has earned 38 caps for his country, played a pivotal role in City winning the Premier League title.

The 23-year-old scored 18 goals and created 11 assists in 33 appearances in the top flight, so it is understandable that the club want to offer him a new deal.

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However, according to a report from Sky Sports News on Tuesday, talks have hit a stumbling block as both parties are “poles apart” with regards to wages.

The broadcaster claims that City feel relaxed about the situation and think that they will be bale to reach a middle ground after the World Cup.

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Sterling still has two years left on his current contract, so there is no immediate rush to put pen to paper, but these reports have caused some fans to question the winger’s future.

Others, though, have decided to take aim at the media for suggesting that the England star is greedy.

West Ham are closing in on Swansea City goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski according to Sky Sports.

The former Arsenal shot-stopper joined the Swans in 2014 and the 33-year-old has gone on to make 149 league appearances since his move.

The Poland international played every game last season but couldn’t prevent Swansea getting relegated to the Championship.

Now it appears West Ham’s new boss Manuel Pellegrini is looking to bring the ‘keeper to the London Stadium this summer to boost his options between the sticks.

The potential move threatens Adrian’s position as West Ham no.1 after he took over from former England goalkeeper Joe Hart who was on loan from Manchester City.

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West Ham fans appear divided on social media about whether Fabianski is an upgrade on Adrian, with some feeling the money would be better spent elsewhere.

Let us know who you think should be West Ham’s starting goalkeeper next season by voting in our poll below.