Lookman presents CAF POTY award to Tinubu in Lagos

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1 month ago

May 31, 2025

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Ademola Lookman has presented his CAF Player of the Year award to Nigeria’s president, Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Lookman was received by Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and president Tinubu at the Government on Friday.

President Tinubu was in Lagos on a two-day visit.

Lookman was crowned Africa’s best player at a well attended ceremony in Marrakech, Morocco last December.

The 27-year-old succeeded his compatriot Victor Osimhen, who won the award in 2023.

The winger was recognised for his impressive displays for Nigeria during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Cote d’Ivoire.

He scored three goals and registered one assist in seven appearances for the Super Eagles at the competition.

Lookman also played a crucial role in Atalanta’s UEFA Europa League success last season , netting a hat-trick in the final against Bayer Leverkusen.

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Transfer: Gyokeres agrees deal with Arsenal

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5 hours ago

July 6, 2025

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Sporting striker, Viktor Gyokeres, has reached agreement on contract terms with Arsenal, as he seeks to complete a move to the Premier League this summer.

Gyokeres has already threatened to go on strike, after claiming the Portuguese champions reneged on a gentleman’s agreement from last year.

It now appears the 27-year-old will get this wish, as club-to-club negotiations are now on over a structure for the transfer fee.

This was revealed by football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, via X on Sunday.

Romano tweeted: “Gyökeres has reached TOTAL agreement with Arsenal on contract terms and informed Sporting about his desire to join #AFC.

“No intention to discuss other options, only to proceed with Arsenal as soon as possible.

“Deal well underway.”

EPL: Zubimendi’s shirt number at Arsenal confirmed

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5 hours ago

July 6, 2025

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New Arsenal midfielder, Martin Zubimendi, will wear the no. 36 shirt at the Emirates.

This was confirmed on Sunday, after he was officially unveiled by the Gunners.

Zubimendi becomes Mikel Arteta’s second summer signing after Kepa Arizzabalaga joined from Chelsea.

Arsenal will pay Real Sociedad €65m for the Spain international.

“Martin Zubimendi is a player who will bring a huge amount of quality and football intelligence to our team,” manager Mikel Arteta speaking on Zubimendi, said.

He will fit in really well & he has all the attributes to be a key player for us.

“The standard he has consistently performed at over the last few seasons for both club and country is exactly why we are so excited to have him with us.”

Zubimendi is widely seen as replacement for Jorginho, who signed for Flamengo as a free agent this summer.

Zubimendi explains decision to join Arsenal

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5 hours ago

July 6, 2025

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Newly signed Arsenal midfielder, Martin Zubimendi, has explained why he chose to join the north London side.

Zubimendi, 26, who joined the Gunners just hours ago, cited Mikel Arteta’s style of play as the key factor behind his decision.

The Spanish international made 236 appearances for Real Sociedad, scoring 10 goals and providing 9 assists.

Arsenal reportedly paid £60 million to secure his services in a deal that will keep him at the club until 2030.

Following the completion of his move to north London, Zubimendi told the club’s website: “Once I made the decision to leave, I set my sights on Arsenal because I think their style of play is a good fit for me.”

He described Arsenal as a youthful, highly motivated, and ambitious team.

Zubimendi added that the best of Mikel Arteta’s side is yet to come, and vowed to give his all to help restore the former Premier League champions to glory.