{"id":1217,"date":"2026-04-08T22:09:41","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T22:09:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/disport.com.ng\/?p=1217"},"modified":"2026-04-08T22:09:41","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T22:09:41","slug":"arsenal-news-real-madrid-open-to-blockbuster-70m-transfer-as-star-speaks-out","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/disport.com.ng\/?p=1217","title":{"rendered":"Arsenal news: Real Madrid &#8216;open to blockbuster \u00a370m transfer&#8217; as star speaks out"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"article-body\">\n<h2 class=\"LeadText_lead-text__wd_PA __className_ac806a\" data-testid=\"leadtext\">Arsenal have been linked with a potential blockbuster transfer &#8211; with Real Madrid &#8220;willing&#8221; to do business for the \u00a370million star in the summer<\/h2>\n<div class=\"Byline_byline-container__K_Owl\" data-testid=\"byline\"><span class=\"Byline_byline-content-wrapper__Imque\" data-testid=\"byline-content\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"Byline_author-badge-date-wrapper__Q7jj1\">\n<div class=\"Byline_author-and-badge-wrapper__2dsv1\">\n<div class=\"Authors_authors-container__wVWas\" data-testid=\"byline-author\" data-tmdatatrack=\"author\" style=\"--authors-by:&quot;By&quot;\"><span><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35 __className_09e96c\">Jake Bayliss<\/strong> Senior Sports Writer<\/span><span>  and <span><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">Will Schofield<\/strong><\/span>  Senior Sports Reporter<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"\" data-testid=\"byline-publishedDate\">09:40, 08 Apr 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/div>\n<p><button type=\"button\" class=\"SlideViewerButton_slide-viewer-button__BDJoG\" aria-label=\"Open image viewer\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-controls=\"image-lightbox\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"ImageEmbed_image-embed__0T8WX ImageEmbed_image-lead__Ti3qQ\" data-testid=\"leadimage\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-articleid=\"35908757\">\n<div class=\"ImageEmbed_image-container__2AIQm\">\n<figure class=\"Figure_figure__Uce4f\" style=\"--figure-aspect-ratio:1.5\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Mikel Arteta\" loading=\"eager\" sizes=\"(max-width: 508px) 508px, (max-width: 615px) 615px, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/i2-prod.dailystar.co.uk\/article35908757.ece\/ALTERNATES\/s1200f\/2_DRMP776356373_45096Arteta.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i2-prod.dailystar.co.uk\/article35908757.ece\/ALTERNATES\/s508\/2_DRMP776356373_45096Arteta.jpg 508w, https:\/\/i2-prod.dailystar.co.uk\/article35908757.ece\/ALTERNATES\/s615\/2_DRMP776356373_45096Arteta.jpg 615w, https:\/\/i2-prod.dailystar.co.uk\/article35908757.ece\/ALTERNATES\/s1200f\/2_DRMP776356373_45096Arteta.jpg 1200w\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"ImageCaption_caption__j7HRu\" data-testid=\"image-caption\">\n<p aria-label=\"Mikel Arteta is already looking towards the transfer market\" class=\"ImageCaption_caption-title__ccyQU\" data-testid=\"caption-title\">Mikel Arteta is already looking towards the transfer market<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/div>\n<p><\/button><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Arsenal are entering a pivotal phase of the campaign as the concluding stretch draws near. The Gunners remain active in two competitions and will also be drawing up their blueprints for the upcoming summer transfer window.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">After a substantial recruitment push last year, a fresh batch of targets will be touted for blockbuster switches to the Emirates Stadium. Real Madrid ace Eduardo Camavinga is amongst those who have been linked with the Gunners ahead of the summer.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Meanwhile, David Raya has spoken about his response to Mikel Arteta&#8217;s recent choices. Arsenal&#8217;s number one was compelled to observe from the sidelines as Kepa Arrizabalaga featured in the team&#8217;s Carabao Cup final loss and FA Cup elimination.<\/p>\n<div data-testid=\"image-group\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"SlideViewerButton_slide-viewer-button__BDJoG\" aria-label=\"Open image viewer\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-controls=\"image-lightbox\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"ImageEmbed_image-embed__0T8WX false\" data-testid=\"imageembed-36982766\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-articleid=\"36982766\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"image\">\n<div class=\"ImageEmbed_image-container__2AIQm\">\n<figure class=\"Figure_figure__Uce4f\" style=\"--figure-aspect-ratio:1.5\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Eduardo Camavinga of Real Madrid\" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"(max-width: 458px) 458px, (max-width: 615px) 615px, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/i2-prod.dailystar.co.uk\/article36982766.ece\/ALTERNATES\/s1200e\/0_GettyImages-2266220827.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i2-prod.dailystar.co.uk\/article36982766.ece\/ALTERNATES\/s458b\/0_GettyImages-2266220827.jpg 458w, https:\/\/i2-prod.dailystar.co.uk\/article36982766.ece\/ALTERNATES\/s615b\/0_GettyImages-2266220827.jpg 615w, https:\/\/i2-prod.dailystar.co.uk\/article36982766.ece\/ALTERNATES\/s1200e\/0_GettyImages-2266220827.jpg 1200w\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"ImageCaption_caption__j7HRu\" data-testid=\"image-caption\">\n<p aria-label=\"Eduardo Camavinga has been linked with Arsenal ahead of the summer transfer window\" class=\"ImageCaption_caption-title__ccyQU\" data-testid=\"caption-title\">Eduardo Camavinga has been linked with Arsenal ahead of the summer transfer window<cite aria-label=\"Image: Juan Manuel Serrano Arce\/Getty Images\" class=\"ImageCaption_caption-credit__wlx1W\" data-testid=\"caption-credit\">(Image: Juan Manuel Serrano Arce\/Getty Images)<\/cite><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/div>\n<p><\/button><\/div>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">JOIN US ON FB!<\/strong><a aria-label=\"\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/thedailystarsport#\" rel=\"nofollow\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"\">  Get all the best sports news and much more on our Facebook page<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"HeadingThree_heading-three__PBHLs  __className_ac806a\">Real Madrid &#8216;willing&#8217; to sanction transfer<\/h3>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Real Madrid are reportedly willing to offload Eduardo Camavinga if presented with a persuasive proposal this summer. The France international was recruited by Los Blancos from Rennes in 2021 and has clocked up more than 200 appearances for the Spanish powerhouse.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Sky Sport CH reports that Real Madrid have placed a \u00a370million valuation on Camavinga.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Consequently, it is suggested that the player&#8217;s agents have approached Arsenal and Liverpool about a potential transfer to England, while Saudi Arabian clubs are also keeping tabs on Camavinga&#8217;s circumstances.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">The Gunners and Liverpool are described as being &#8216;best positioned&#8217; to secure a deal for the Frenchman. Nevertheless, in a setback to Arsenal&#8217;s transfer ambitions, Sky Sport CH adds that Camavinga presently has no desire to depart the Spanish giants, reports <a aria-label=\"\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mirror.co.uk\/sport\/football\/news\/arsenal-real-madrid-david-raya-36979995\" rel=\"follow\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"\">the Mirror<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"HeadingThree_heading-three__PBHLs  __className_ac806a\">David Raya speaks out<\/h3>\n<div data-testid=\"image-group\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"SlideViewerButton_slide-viewer-button__BDJoG\" aria-label=\"Open image viewer\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-controls=\"image-lightbox\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"ImageEmbed_image-embed__0T8WX false\" data-testid=\"imageembed-36982765\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-articleid=\"36982765\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"image\">\n<div class=\"ImageEmbed_image-container__2AIQm\">\n<figure class=\"Figure_figure__Uce4f\" style=\"--figure-aspect-ratio:1.5\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"David Raya of Arsenal\" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"(max-width: 458px) 458px, (max-width: 615px) 615px, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/i2-prod.dailystar.co.uk\/article36982765.ece\/ALTERNATES\/s1200e\/0_GettyImages-2269394690.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i2-prod.dailystar.co.uk\/article36982765.ece\/ALTERNATES\/s458b\/0_GettyImages-2269394690.jpg 458w, https:\/\/i2-prod.dailystar.co.uk\/article36982765.ece\/ALTERNATES\/s615b\/0_GettyImages-2269394690.jpg 615w, https:\/\/i2-prod.dailystar.co.uk\/article36982765.ece\/ALTERNATES\/s1200e\/0_GettyImages-2269394690.jpg 1200w\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"ImageCaption_caption__j7HRu\" data-testid=\"image-caption\">\n<p aria-label=\"David Raya has reacted to Mikel Arteta's decisions\" class=\"ImageCaption_caption-title__ccyQU\" data-testid=\"caption-title\">David Raya has reacted to Mikel Arteta&#8217;s decisions<cite aria-label=\"Image: Alex Caparros\/Getty Images\" class=\"ImageCaption_caption-credit__wlx1W\" data-testid=\"caption-credit\">(Image: Alex Caparros\/Getty Images)<\/cite><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/div>\n<p><\/button><\/div>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya has voiced his feelings about being relegated to the bench for both of the side&#8217;s recent domestic cup eliminations.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Arteta opted to field second-choice Arrizabalaga for the Carabao Cup final, where his display was unconvincing, and also persisted with him for the club&#8217;s stunning FA Cup quarter-final defeat to Southampton.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Addressing the manager&#8217;s choice to name him amongst the substitutes, Raya said: &#8220;It&#8217;s part of football. Sometimes you get picked, sometimes you don&#8217;t.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">&#8220;You have to be there for your team-mates and for Kepa in this example. The boss decides who plays and who doesn&#8217;t and we are used to those types of decisions.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">He added: &#8220;After the Man City game, we went away, he stayed here. After Southampton there is not much you can say. The team understands the standards that we set, so there are no conversations. You are just trying to be a good teammate like we are.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Arsenal have been linked with a potential blockbuster transfer &#8211; with Real Madrid &#8220;willing&#8221; to<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1021,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"pagelayer_contact_templates":[],"_pagelayer_content":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1217","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-arsenal"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/disport.com.ng\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1217","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/disport.com.ng\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/disport.com.ng\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/disport.com.ng\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/disport.com.ng\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1217"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/disport.com.ng\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1217\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/disport.com.ng\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/1021"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/disport.com.ng\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1217"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/disport.com.ng\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1217"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/disport.com.ng\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1217"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}