Manchester City’s new era has begun with Enzo Maresca refusing to be distracted by the long-running Premier League financial case hanging over the club. The Italian returned to the Etihad this summer to replace Pep Guardiola, inheriting not only a title-challenging squad but also questions that have followed City since the charges were announced in The post Enzo Maresca addresses ‘concerns’ over 115 charges facing Man City appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Arsenal could be preparing to move on from one of their fringe midfielders, with Hamburg working to turn last season’s loan into a permanent transfer. Fábio Vieira rebuilt some of his confidence in Germany after struggling to establish himself consistently in Mikel Arteta’s side, and both the player and Hamburg now appear interested in continuing The post Report: Arsenal near midfield exit as talks over the transfer of 26-year-old continue appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Arsenal’s midfield search has a clear hierarchy, with Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimarães still viewed as the preferred addition and Bournemouth’s Alex Scott retained as an alternative. Mikel Arteta wants another midfielder who can handle pressure, progress possession and add intensity alongside Declan Rice and Martín Zubimendi. Guimarães offers immediate Premier League experience, but Newcastle’s The post Bruno Guimaraes alternative: Arsenal have second midfield option already decided appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Arsenal and Tottenham could be heading for another north London transfer battle after both clubs began monitoring RB Leipzig winger Antonio Nusa. The Norwegian international is valued at around €60 million (£51 million), reflecting both his potential and his increasingly important role in Germany. Arsenal’s interest comes as Mikel Arteta continues rebuilding the left side The post Report: Arsenal and Tottenham involved in £51m battle for ‘the entertainer’ appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Arsenal’s preparations for the new season have been disrupted by a serious injury to William Saliba, forcing the club to reconsider whether another centre-back is needed before the transfer window closes. The French defender is expected to miss an extended period with a back problem suffered during the World Cup, leaving Mikel Arteta without one The post Arteta have two England World Cup stars on radar as Arsenal boss plans to make a statement appeared first on CaughtOffside.