Cristiano Ronaldo ‘offered £230,000-a-week by Man City, Harry Kane wants £400k-a-week, Kounde Chelsea transfer update

ARSENAL 0-2 CHELSEA

Chelsea have doubled their lead with a goal by Reece James on 35 minutes.

Reminding that the Blues opened the scoring just 20 minutes earlier with record signing Romelu Lukaku.

Lukaku hit the back of the net on his full debut with the west Londoners following his move from Inter Milan.

That of course was the star striker's first ever goal for the Premier League giants, for whom he played for three years before his departure in 2014

ARSENAL 0-1 CHELSEA

Chelsea have opened the scoring against Arsenal at the Emirates.

And it is the Blues’ record signing Romelu Lukaku who hits the target on his full debut.

Lukaku played a total of 15 times during his first stint with the west Londoners and failed to register a single goal.

However, the Belgium international's hoodoo has come to an end as he reintroduces himself to the Chelsea faithful

HAAL GOOD

Manchester United have received a major boost in their bid to sign Borussia Dortmund star Erling Haaland.

That is because Haaland’s famous £64million release clause kicks in once the mid-season transfer window opens in January, according to Marca.

It had previously been thought that the star centre-forward's cut-price clause would not kick in until the summer of 2022.

The Norway international was being valued by Dortmund at a fee in the region of £130m but he could potentially be moving on for less than half that price

WOLVES 0-1 TOTTENHAM

Tottenham picked up the victory against Wolves at Molineux just a week after a famous win over reigning Premier League champions Manchester City.

Dele Alli sealed the three points for Spurs thanks to a goal from the penalty spot on nine minutes.

The game also featured Harry Kane's first appearance in the season as he came off the bench after 72 minutes replacing Son Heung-min.

However, Kane's future is still uncertain as he's been linked with a move to City

ARSENAL – CHELSEA

Arsenal star striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is on the bench today against Chelsea.

Aubameyang recently tested positive for COVID-19 but healed in time for the London derby.

Aaron Ramsdale is also in the substitutes' list following his move from Sheffield United.

Arsenal subs: Ramsdale, Aubameyang, Maitland-Niles, Tavares, Chambers, Nelson, Elneny, Balogun, Kolasinac

Chelsea subs: Kepa, Silva, Kante, Werner, Chalobah, Zouma, Hudson-Odoi, Chilwell, Ziyech

THE TEAM SHEETS ARE IN!!!

Chelsea record signing Romelu Lukaku is making his debut today against Arsenal at the Emirates.

Lukaku has been named in Blues boss Thomas Tuchel’s starting line-up.

CHELSEA XI: Mendy, Christensen, Rudiger, Azpilicueta, James, Jorginho, Kovacic, Alonso, Mount, Havertz, Lukaku

ARSENAL XI: Leno, Soares, Holding, Mari, Tierney, Lokonga, Xhaka, Pepe, Smith Rowe, Martinelli, Saka

KANE UPDATE

Tottenham superstar Harry Kane is on the bench for Spurs against Wolves today.

Kane has yet to be introduced in the match by new manager Nuno Espirito Santo, who has only made one substitution so far.

Manchester City remain interested in the star striker but his £160million price tag is proving to be stumbling block.

City's top offer for the England captain so far has been £120m, according to recent reports

LIVE SCORES

Manchester United are taking Southampton on at St Mary's and Tottenham visit Wolves.

Saints lead 1-0 thanks to United star Fred's own goal in the half-hour mark.

Spurs are also 1-0 ahead thanks to Dele Alli's penalty-kick just after nine minutes.

Second half started just a few minutes ago in both games

LUK AT THAT

Record signing Romelu Lukaku is expected to start for Chelsea against Arsenal today.

MAIN MAN

Man Utd boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says new signing Raphael Varane is a player who can take the club to the next level.

Solskjaer told Sky Sports: "He certainly has all the credentials and quality to do that.

"He's impressed me since he's come here.

"He wants to learn about our style of play. He works hard, he wants to get his fitness up.

"It's been a while since he played in the Euros. He's very meticulous, he's such a top professional.

"You can see his honours, his trophies - but you also look at him and what he's done off the pitch.

"There's not a lot of trouble there, so for a manager I'm very impressed by him."

Varane is on the bench for United against Southampton today.

DAR THE MAN

Ajax are closing in on the signing of highly rated Danish winger Mohamed Daramy.

According to reputable Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, the Dutch club have a "verbal agreement" with Copenhagen FC.

Paperwork and a medical need to be sorted out before the deal can be announced.

KANE RETURNS

Wantaway star Harry Kane is on the bench for Tottenham against Wolves today.

Man City remain interested in the England captain, but his £160million price tag is proving to be stumbling block.

SOL SIGNINGS

Man Utd have spent big under boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer!

SILVA LINING

Man City ace Bernardo Silva is a target for Serie A outfit AC Milan, according to reports.

The winger has a contract with the Premier League champions until the summer of 2025.

According to the Daily Star, the Italian side are looking to complete a deal for £45million.

FANCY XHAK

Grant Xhaka’s Arsenal contract renewal has been confirmed by owner Stan Kroenke in the club’s matchday programme, writes JAKE LAMBOURNE.

Owner Stan Kroenke and son Josh spoke of Arsenal’s transfer business in the programme, with Football.London obtaining their message.

They said: “We know there is much work ahead to get back to where we need to be but are confident about what can be achieved by this great club and our people.

“We are building a squad, rich in young talent, much of it developed through our wonderful academy.

“It is clear looking across Europe that we are dealing with a difficult transfer market due to the impacts of the pandemic but at the time of writing, are delighted to have signed Nuno Tavares, [Albert] Sambi Lokonga and Ben White.

“We have also renewed the deals of Kieran Tierney and Emile Smith Rowe, both on a long-term basis.

“These are all young players that we are convinced can develop further and have a bright future with us.

“They are supported by a strong group of more experienced players including Granit Xhaka, who has signed an extended contract.

“This is an important step in terms of maintaining balance and stability in the squad.

“In the meantime, the transfer negotiating team has been working hard behind the scenes to improve the squad further."

SOL SEARCHING

Manchester United are interested in signing Wolves midfielder Ruben Neves, reports say, writes JACK FIGG. 

They have already completed the £73million signing of Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund and Raphael Varane, who cost £42m from Real Madrid.

But according to 90min, United are interested in bolstering their options in the middle of the park. 

And it is claimed Wolves’ Neves, 24, is a target for Old Trafford boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. 

His Portuguese team-mate Bruno Fernandes, 26, is said to be keen on the deal. 

United have previously been linked with Eduardo Camavinga, 18, of Rennes and Atletico Madrid’s Saul Niguez, 26. 

But Neves has been rumoured to be pushing to leave Wolves all summer, with Arsenal also believed to be admirers.

KOL ME MAYBE

Arsenal are in contact with Turkish side Fenerbahce to sell left-back Sead Kolasinac. 

According to Fabrizio Romano, the two clubs haven’t been able to find an agreement yet.

A move to Turkey suits Kolasinac as his best friend and former Gunner Mesut Ozil plays for Fenerbahce.

The likes of Torreira, Willian and Bellerin could also leave this summer.

HAMMERS EYE BAMBA

West Ham are keen on signing Lille ace Jonathan Bamba, according to reports.

The Hammers are looking at the Frenchman has a possible alternative to Jesse Lingard, who is proving hard to re-sign from Manchester United.

According to French journalist Fabrice Hawkins, the Hammers are one of three clubs interested in the Ligue 1 winner.

Serie A side Atalanta and Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen being the other two.

The 25-year-old has terrific pace and skill, and has an eye for goal. 

INS AND OUTS

Philippe Coutinho's £145million transfer from Liverpool to Barcelona is the biggest outgoing sale from the Premier League.

Jack Grealish from Aston Villa to Manchester City for £100m is the British transfer record.

HAZ IS BACK

Harry Kane will travel with Spurs today ahead of tomorrow’s Premier League clash at Wolves, writes CHARLIE WYETT.

The wantaway Tottenham striker will be involved in a match-day squad for the first time this season and is hoping to be on the bench tomorrow.

Nuno Espirito Santo, preparing for the game at his former club, takes the squad to the midlands this afternoon to stay overnight.

Santo claimed yesterday that Kane, hoping for a £160million move to Manchester City, would have a say if he plays again for the club.

But it is understood Kane is keen to feature although is not certain if he will be on the bench.

Kane is pushing for a move to City before the transfer window closes at the end of the month.

SUPER SUNDAY

There's three Premier League fixtures being played today including a London Derby:

• Southampton vs Man Utd - 2pm KO
• Wolves vs Tottenham - 2pm KO
• Arsenal vs Chelsea - 4.30pm KO

WILL POWER

EXCLUSIVE - Crystal Palace are poised to agree a £10million deal for Will Hughes with Watford — and do Leeds a favour in the chase for Lewis O’Brien.

The Eagles have now tabled a bid of £7m plus extras for midfield dynamo Hughes, 26, who has refused to sign a new contract with the Hornets.

Palace should also be able to sort out personal terms at around £60,000-a-week to seal the deal, after opting for Hughes ahead of O’Brien, 22.

Huddersfield may now take less for O’Brien and open the door for Leeds to end the saga with an offer of £5m, with extras taking it to about £8m.

Palace’s forgotten centre-half Jaroslaw Jach, 27, is a loan target for both Ipswich and Wigan.

Meanwhile, the Terriers are making checks on Aberdeen midfielder Lewis Ferguson, 21, as they look for fresh legs.

MAXED OUT

EXCLUSIVE - Burnley boss Sean Dyche is ready to clinch a record £15million deal for Lyon’s speedster Maxwel  Cornet — after being backed by his new money men from the USA.

The Clarets have now reached the asking price wanted by the French club and are sorting out terms with the Ivory Coast international, who can play on the wing or at left-back.

Cornet, 24, will be given a pay-off by Lyon as he did not ask for a transfer — and that will help Burnley squeeze his wages into their budget.

The Turf Moor outfit are talking about a four-year contract, with Cornet paid £45,000-a-week and rising over his stay.

The swoop moved closer after meetings in France over the last 48 hours — and despite Cornet being keen on a move to Hertha Berlin.

Lyon prefer to deal with the Clarets, as their offer is much bigger, and the lengthy pursuit is now almost over.

VARD LUCK

EXCLUSIVE - Jamie Vardy bagged £30,000 at the casino — after winning the Community Shield at Wembley.

His lucky streak continued as he gambled with team-mates, in a party organised by the club’s chairman Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha.

The Thai businessman is said to have hired the Park Lane Casino in London’s Mayfair, and was handing out gambling chips worth £1,000.

A source said: “Aiyawatt hired out the casino exclusively and the team travelled there immediately after winning the Community Shield.

“When they won the FA Cup back in May Covid restrictions were still in place, so this was a double celebration and they had a great night.

“The entire team was on a high, and everyone were in great spirits, enjoying having a few drinks and trying their luck on the casino tables.

“Aiyawatt, who is known as Top by the team, was handing out £1,000 chips and Jamie walked away with £30,000 after a run of luck. So that was a nice bonus for him.”

PLAYER SCARE

Fabrice Nsakalais recovering in hospital after collapsing on the pitch during Besiktas' game against Gaziantep.

The defender, 31, was taken away in an ambulance after 76 minutes of the Turkish Super Lig game on Saturday.

Fortunately, he later posted a photograph of himself smiling from his hospital bed following the game's completion.

Besiktas confirmed that Nsakala did not lose consciousness when he collapsed at Gaziantep Stadyumu.

An official reason for his episode has not yet been disclosed.

The club tweeted: "Fabrice Nsakala, who could not continue due to the discomfort he experienced in the match with Gaziantep FK, was sent to the hospital as a precautionary measure with clear consciousness. Get well soon."

Nsakala's Twitter update to fans confirmed he was feeling better, with the player adding the caption: "As I always say CONTINUE BROTHER."