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In an article that focused on the Italian’s decision to become a pundit for Sky Italy, the website made a passing comment that the former Chelsea and Inter Milan manager had been “approached by Arsenal.”

Both Barella and Inter are said to be relaxed about the situation but, were Liverpool to make a formal offer for the player before the summer transfer window closes, that attitude would likely change.

It has also been suggested by the English press that Liverpool, Arsenal and Chelsea, Everton and Leicester could be in the mix for the Ivorian, but much will depend on whether Milan can persuade Kessie into signing a new deal.

Chelsea’s interest has reportedly cooled after the emergence of Reece James so City may only be in a battle with the Gunners for the 22-year-old’s signature.

Kessie and his agent have been locked in talks with Milan over an extension to his current deal for a number of months and the Rossoneri are willing to pay the 24-year-old €7m a season.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side are in desperate need of another midfield option and Brozovic, who won the Serie A title last season, would certainly fit the bill.

A number of leading European clubs, including Manchester United and Liverpool, are believed to be interested in signing the central midfielder next year.

The former Inter Milan manager reportedly wants to join a team challenging for trophies, so whether the Gunners’ board could persuade the Italian into moving to the Emirates, remains to be seen.

A document had begun to circle online which showed that an announcement was being planned for the 68-year-old and no.2 Roy Keane to come in and take over the running of the club.

Manager Neil Lennon is hanging onto his job by the skin of his teeth after being knocked out of the Betfred Cup by Ross County at the weekend, and it’s clear from the video that morale in the camp is not high. Supporters have been commenting on the video: