The Mirror reports that Mikel Arteta is a contender to take over from Xavi Hernandez at Barcelona next year, with Pep Guardiola and Luis Enrique also linked to the role. Xavi has decided to stay at the Camp Nou for one more season, with the option to extend his contract until 2026. Guardiola and Enrique have long been associated with a return to Barcelona, while Arteta was recently rumored to have agreed to succeed Xavi. Despite Arteta denying these rumors, the fact that his deal with Arsenal is entering its final year keeps him in the conversation.
Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes has a £100 million release clause that expires at the end of June, prompting speculation about his future. Clubs like Manchester City, Arsenal, and Paris Saint-Germain are interested in the Brazilian, but Eddie Howe is determined to keep him at St James’ Park. Howe believes that setting a deadline for activating the release clause will help avoid a summer of uncertainty and speculation surrounding Guimaraes’ future.
Arsenal defender Gabriel is in talks with the club about extending his contract, following interest from Saudi Arabia last summer. The Brazilian’s current deal runs until 2027, but his impressive performances this season have earned him the possibility of improved terms. Gabriel has formed a strong partnership with William Saliba at Arsenal, contributing to the team’s top defensive record in the Premier League.
Former Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea has hinted at a return to football after training with a non-league club, Altrincham. De Gea, who was linked with moves to Saudi Arabia and Newcastle in the past, has teased a potential move back to his homeland to join Real Betis. The 33-year-old Spanish goalkeeper’s future remains uncertain, but his recent training sessions suggest he is preparing for a comeback to the sport.
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