JUVENTUS PREPARE MAJOR MOVE TO LURE CHELSEA’S YOUNG ATTACKING STAR
Juventus are targeting Chelsea's Malo Gusto to solve their right-back needs, reports say. The 22-year-old French defender is on their shortlist alongside Nahuel Molina as the Bianconeri plan winter moves.
Reece James and Malo Gusto - Photo by Harriet Lander - Chelsea FC/Chelsea FC via Getty Images
Juventus is reportedly interested in Malo Gusto, according to a report from Gazzetta dello Sport that was passed along by Calciomercato. As the winter transfer window approaches, the Serie A powerhouses are eager to bolster their defence by acquiring a right-back. The Bianconeri are now interested in the 22-year-old Chelsea wide man.
Malo Gusto's current career
Since moving to Chelsea from Lyon more than two years ago, Malo Gusto has proven to be a valuable member of the team. The Frenchman, who was born in Decines-Charpieu, spent the majority of his early years in his native country. He attended the academies at AS Villefontaine and FC Bourgoin-Jallieu before graduating from Olympique Lyonnais' junior tier.
In January 2023, Chelsea acquired Gusto from Lyon. However, because he played the second half of the 2022–2023 season with the Ligue 1 team, the 2003-born full-back had to wait until the start of the 2023–2024 season to make his senior debut for the West London club. The 22-year-old defender has made inroads into his national team thanks to his development at Chelsea.
Gusto has contributed 14 assists and made almost 100 appearances for Chelsea so far. A number of renowned clubs have taken notice of the French full-back's achievements for both his club and his nation. As the winter transfer window approaches, Juventus will be one of the potential suitors fighting for his signing.
Is a move to Serie A imminent?
It makes sense that Juventus is interested in Malo Gusto. Igor Tudor wants a new right-back to bolster his first-team squad in the upcoming weeks; thus, the Serie A powerhouses are searching the market for a full-back as the summer transfer window opens.
As a result, the Serie A team is now considering a number of prospects, including Gusto and Nahuel Molina. Juventus is also interested in recruiting Axel Disasi, a French centre-back who is now out of favour, so the 22-year-old Frenchman is not the only Chelsea defender on their wishlist.
Regarding Gusto's interest, it is unknown if Chelsea will be willing to pay for the former Lyon sensation during the winter transfer window. The future of the French full-back, who was born in 2003, will be intriguing to watch.
DISCIPLINARY BLOW: MADRID PLAYER SUSPENDED POST EL CLáSICO TUSSLE
Real Madrid's backup keeper Andriy Lunin has been handed a one-game suspension by the RFEF for his aggressive conduct on the bench during the heated final moments of El Clásico. Real Madrid's appeal was rejected.
El Clásico Scuffle - Photo Credit Getty Images
Los Blancos' goalie Andriy Lunin has been suspended for one game by the RFEF Disciplinary Committee for his involvement in the sideline dramas during the El Clásico's final moments. Although the cameras did not catch it, referee Soto Grado did record that he had sent the Ukrainian off.
According to Mundo Deportivo, the RFEF responded as follows when asked why Lunin received a red card.
The reason for Lunin, Andrii's expulsion in the 90th minute was that he had to be restrained by his teammates after he walked aggressively from his bench to the blonde bench.
The disciplinary committee of the RFEF
"When considered significant, those whose behaviour violates sporting order will be suspended for four to ten games or fined between 602 and 3,006 euros."
Because of Lunin's actions, which constituted a minor violation of the sporting order, he was suspended for one game. The ruling had been challenged by Real Madrid. However, the RFEF stayed steadfast, defending the referee's ruling and the evidence in the match report and on film.
Now, the backup goalie will not play against Valencia this weekend, where he is probably going to be benched. Fran Gonzalez and Sunico, both from the youth team, might be called up as the matchday squad's third choice, with Sergio Mestre serving as a backup.
No Barcelona players or any other Real Madrid players were slapped with bans following the two flash moments in the closing stages of the game. When Vinicius Jr. and Lamie Yamal argued, even players who were not on the team were spotted shoving on the side of the field. The RFEF, however, determined that nothing that came to pass would justify further prohibitions.
ARSENAL STAR DROPS CONFIDENT TITLE HINT AFTER STRONG OPENING
Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is targeting a historic Premier League and World Cup double with England this season. The winger believes it's a "doable" feat as the Gunners lead the title race.
Bukayo Saka - (Image: David Price/Arsenal FC)
According to Bukayo Saka, it is feasible for Arsenal and England to win both games this season. The season has started well for the Gunners under Mikel Arteta's leadership.
Arsenal leads the Premier League standings by four points at the moment and is starting to look like a title contender. Manchester City is only one point ahead of defending champions Liverpool, who are seven points behind.
Saka, however, is not only interested in winning at his club; he also hopes to succeed internationally. Manager Thomas Tuchel has stated that winning the trophy is his ambition for England, who have qualified for the World Cup in the USA next year.
Saka is optimistic about his club's and his nation's chances of winning. "Yeah, that is my prayer," he remarked in an interview with Sky Sports. It is possible, of course.