Something a bit different here from @markcarey93.bsky.social - such a great read.

Do you back yourself against @oliverkay.bsky.social (and an @theathleticfc.bsky.social subscriber and an algorithm and a child)? That is the question.

Excellent writing from @amylawrence.bsky.social

Noni Madueke to Arsenal has been one of the more controversial moves for some. Inside the deal details from @gunnerblog.bsky.social @sebsb.bsky.social and Simon Johnson.

@thom-harris.bsky.social looks at Viktor Gyokeres and whether he fits in with #AFC’s style or whether he is the change they need. Either way, finally, a striker!

The Martin Zubimendi transfer was confirmed today by #AFC. It was a long time coming and a long time in planning. As @gunnerblog.bsky.social explains with great detail.

Great look at Noni Madueke by @ahmed-walid.bsky.social on where and why he would fit at Arsenal. All part of squad building.

Everton rejected a verbal offer from Tottenham for Jarrad Branthwaite in Jan. Told interested parties this summer, inc Spurs, they would not welcome bids Deal, which sees defender's salary rise considerably, done by Hammond/Kinnear Big early win for new #EFC setup www.nytimes.com/athletic/646...

Good info here from Art De Roche on England U21s’ successful Euros campaign. The build-up, overcoming setbacks (and players pulling out) and making their own story away from 2023 victory.

Incredibly impressive for Lee Carsley to claim a second consecutive Euro U21 title with England. Harvey Elliott the star and one of only two remaining from previous victory. Art here on the final

Jamie Gittens slowly but surely is joining Chelsea from Borussia Dortmund, with agreement in principle confirmed today. @stevemadeley78.bsky.social looks at what he offers and where he'll fit in at Stamford Bridge.

Great reporting and detail here from @polballus.bsky.social on what it looks like will be a pretty sad end to Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s time at Barcelona.

The end for Ruud Van Nistelrooy at #LCFC has finally come. @robtannerathletic.bsky.social on a terrible period that went on for several months too long.

Great detail here from @gunnerblog.bsky.social and @david-ornstein.bsky.social on Myles Lewis-Skelly’s talks over new #AFC contract.

Clubs are improving provision for released academy players, but as @colinmillar.bsky.social shows here, via a recent research paper, more needs to be done. Supply outstrips demand so substantially there has to be very careful handling of young people.

Good discussion here from @thom-harris.bsky.social on whether #AFC could (should?) add a younger midfielder to the Zubimendi and Norgaard incomings. Includes detailed profile of Lucien Agoume.

Great interview with Brooke Norton-Cuffy here from Art De Roche.

Do #MUFC need to become a selling club? Or, more accurately, can they? @mjcritchley.bsky.social on selling to buy at Old Trafford.

@samdlee.bsky.social on the exit and future of Kevin De Bruyne, (probably) the greatest-ever Premier League midfielder. www.nytimes.com/athletic/644...

The latest Transfer DealSheet from @david-ornstein.bsky.social @sebsb.bsky.social and lots of other @theathleticfc.bsky.social writers, great work again.

Great insight as ever from Mario in this piece on Rodrygo and his situation at Real Madrid.

Premier League Profitability and Sustainability Rules get a lot of blame for clubs having to sell when they don't want to. But it hasn't always been this way. And will it always now have to be? A look for @theathleticfc.bsky.social as the end of June approaches: www.nytimes.com/athletic/643...

🚨 Martin Zubimendi in London to meet with Arsenal officials & complete formalities of his transfer from Real Sociedad. Arsenal putting finishing touches to signing of the 26-year-old Spain intl. W/ @david-ornstein.bsky.social for @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/635...

@dansheldon.bsky.social spoke to industry experts to see what they think of PSG’s attempts to break America. Are they more brand than football club?

Carlos Cuesta has bid farewell, where do Arsenal and Mikel Arteta go next? Subscribers here suggesting Wilshere, Cazorla, Lincoln. @amylawrence.bsky.social

@theathleticfc.bsky.social is now covering cricket. Great piece here to start

#thfc The inside story of the deal to take Thomas Frank to Spurs. Lange a long-time fan — but Levy drove the deal for his 13th permanent boss. Great detail by @jaydmharris.bsky.social. www.nytimes.com/athletic/642...

The race for Gyokeres/Sesko continues, but Arsenal still require a wide forward. Here are how three options stack up.

#AFC are getting there.

From @gunnerblog.bsky.social Arsenal targeting Kepa from Chelsea.

Cliche but this is better than any new signing. One of the leaders of the team and a very dependable player in both boxes. Amazing news!

The downfall of Jay Emmanuel-Thomas. By @dtathletic.bsky.social and Stuart James.

Rightly all the transfer talk is of Zubimendi, Sesko, Gyokeres. But #AFC and Andrea Berta will also have an eye on the future. @gunnerblog.bsky.social on how Arsenal can try to do both.

Art De Roche has gone through the Arsenal squad with updates on what’s next for each of them. Who’s out, who’s discussing a new deal and are there any contract issues coming up?

@theathleticfc.bsky.social Transfer DealSheet is back. @gunnerblog.bsky.social here with the Arsenal updates: - Talks with Sane - Zubimendi close, but might be done in July - Sesko or Gyokeres decision still to be made - Garcia looks less likely, another GK needed - Search for Huijsen-like young CB

With the CWC-related transfer window opening yesterday, @cweatherspoon.bsky.social and @anantaajith.bsky.social kicked off @theathleticfc.bsky.social transfer coverage with our new Transfer TDLR series, looking at Matheus Cunha to Manchester United.

A different way to look at PSG's UCL victory over Inter. @liamtharme.bsky.social watched it with Esotirl head coach Ian Cathro, and this is what he thought of Luis Enrique , Inzaghi and what could have been done differently.

Delighted to be part of @theathleticfc.bsky.social's transfer coverage this summer, where I'll be providing breakdowns of the main figures behind the biggest deals - and how they impact clubs' PSR positions The first instalment, on Matheus Cunha to #MUFC, is here www.nytimes.com/athletic/638...

BREAKING: Everton confirm the signing of Carlos Alcaraz from Flamengo on a permanent deal. Purchase clause at 15m euros activated before the end of May deadline First signing of what is expected to be a busy summer @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/639...

Eeesh. Great stuff from @lauriewhitwell.bsky.social

@gunnerblog.bsky.social examines the causes of Arsenal’s injury problems and what could be learned from the season. www.nytimes.com/athletic/639...

Arsenal defender Gabriel is close to agreeing a new long-term contract with the club. Sporting director Andrea Berta made talks with the centre-back’s camp a priority shortly after starting his role at Arsenal in March. Those negotiations are now approaching a successful conclusion.

“You may ask whether I consider myself fortunate or unfortunate. I consider myself to have been fortunate. Very fortunate.” This is the heart-breaking story of Luis Enrique losing his daughter Xana aged just nine. Sensitively told by @jacklang.bsky.social

The latest on Martin Zubimendi to Arsenal from @gunnerblog.bsky.social here

The briefing from #CFC's 4-1 win over Real Betis to win the UEFA Conference League Final. I had to focus on the achievement of winning it all (plus Gusto's half to forget). www.nytimes.com/athletic/638...

Another day, another report on the PL’s financial might. This one is Football Benchmark’s 10th annual ranking of Europe’s most valuable clubs. 7 PL clubs in top 32 in 2016; now 9 in top 20. FWIW, Chelsea are 10th, worth £2.5bn; Betis 32nd, worth £400m. www.nytimes.com/athletic/638...

If you want to avoid any fallout from THFC’s victory last night then lose yourself in some Arsenal transfer updates from @gunnerblog.bsky.social

@theathleticfc.bsky.social live team has been offering excellent coverage in the build-up to UEL final. Input from @lauriewhitwell.bsky.social Carl Anka @jackpittbrooke.bsky.social @sebsb.bsky.social @charpur.bsky.social @eliasburke.bsky.social and more.

@theathleticfc.bsky.social ‘s Art De Roche travelled to Albania to watch Max Dowman, 15, play for England U17s - and here’s what he saw from the youngest player at the tournament.

@theathleticfc.bsky.social end-of-season awards.