Fans of Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr have raised alarm over the injury history of transfer target Victor Boniface.

Al Nassr officials are in Germany to discuss with both the player and his club Bayer Leverkusen.

A transfer, which offers Victor Boniface “a rich salary”, must have to be agreed before Thursday when the window will close.

Al Nassr zone, a platform of fans of the Saudi club on X, posted a graphic injury record of Victor Boniface.

The record showed the striker suffered two ACL injuries while he was at Norwegian club Bodo Glimt.

The first ACL in 2018/19 season sidelined him for 179 days, while the other in 2020/21 kept him out of action for 358 days.

His latest injury, a hamstring, on Super Eagles duty in November against Rwanda sidelined him for 69 days.

By Suleiman Ibrahim

Victor Osimhen has denied allegations that he punched a Turkish journalist, labeling the claims as false and vowing to take “necessary steps” against the accuser.

The Nigerian striker, who was the match-winner in Galatasaray’s victory over Konyaspor in the Turkish Super Lig on Saturday, expressed his disappointment over the report.

Speaking to the press after the match against Konyaspor, Osimhen said, “I will take the necessary steps. If I did (punch him), justice will prevail. If he is lying, justice will hold him accountable.”

The journalist had alleged that Osimhen assaulted him after taking the player’s photograph without permission.

However, the striker firmly rejected the accusation.

“I did not hit the journalists, they are lying,” he maintained. “I said to him, ‘Why are you flashing my face, you need to ask permission for an interview.’ I told them that they had to delete my photos. I did not hit anyone. I just went up to them and talked to them.”

Osimhen also emphasised his familiarity with such situations and his expectation of false narratives.

“I am not a stranger to these incidents. I knew they would lie,” he stated.

By Joshua John

According to recent reports, former Manchester United and England international Wayne Rooney has expressed interest in the managerial position at Arsenal if current boss Mikel Arteta is to be sacked. Rooney, who currently serves as the head coach at Derby County in the Championship, has long been rumored to be eyeing a move into top-flight management and sees the Arsenal job as an attractive opportunity.

The speculation comes amid increasing pressure on Arteta following a string of underwhelming performances and poor results at the North London club. Despite guiding Arsenal to an FA Cup victory last season, Arteta has come under scrutiny for his team’s inconsistent form in the Premier League this term.

Rooney, who enjoyed a stellar playing career that saw him win numerous domestic and international honors, is seen as a rising star in the coaching ranks. His work at Derby has been praised for instilling a resilient and attacking style of play, qualities that Arsenal fans have been longing for in their team.

While no official contact has been made between Rooney and Arsenal, the rumors have sparked debate among football fans and pundits about the potential impact of the former striker’s appointment at the Emirates Stadium. Some believe that Rooney’s experience as a top-level player could bring a winning mentality and tactical nous to a talented but underperforming Arsenal squad.

It remains to be seen how the situation will develop in the coming weeks, but one thing is clear – Wayne Rooney’s interest in the Arsenal job has added another intriguing subplot to the ever-evolving world of English football management.

By John Audu.

Christopher Nkunku, a Chelsea attacker, has expressed his interest in joining Manchester United as talks continue for a potential swap deal involving Alejandro Garnacho.

Despite interest from Napoli, it is reported that only Manchester United has made a bid for Garnacho, which was rejected due to the Red Devils’ demand for a £54.8 million transfer fee.

Garnacho is believed to prefer staying in the Premier League, but negotiations between Chelsea and Manchester United are yet to be finalized.

Nkunku, who has struggled for game time under Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca, is reportedly open to a move to Manchester United or Bayern Munich, with the latter currently unwilling to proceed due to a player’s reluctance to leave.

According to Sky Germany, talks are ongoing between Chelsea and Manchester United for a potential swap deal involving Nkunku and Garnacho, with the French international keen on a move to Old Trafford this January.

With interests from top clubs in Europe, Nkunku’s future remains uncertain as he looks set to leave Stamford Bridge for a new challenge.