Victor Osimhen has emerged as the preferred number nine for Arsenal to potentially sign this summer, but the transfer is far from straightforward.

The Nigerian striker is anticipated to depart Napoli soon after agreeing to a contract extension that includes a release clause.

Having established himself as one of the top strikers in recent seasons, Arsenal sees Osimhen as a player capable of making a significant impact for them.

While Arsenal has several forwards on their radar, Osimhen has evidently impressed them the most.

However, Napoli insists on the payment of his release clause before his departure, set at €130 million.

Ahead of the Champions League’s impending changes, Marcus, Jim and Andy look back over some of their favourite moments from this era of the competition - from peak Jose Mourinho shithousing to some of the defining teams and managers synonymous with that magical anthem.

Plus, we wonder which English players could benefit from a move abroad and we wrestle with a truly baffling hypothetical dilemma standing between England and Euros glory.

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We’re on the eve of the Champions League final! Marcus, Luke, Jim and Andy are getting in the mood by trying to work out what medicine Andriy Lunin is using to recover from the illness that is keeping him out of the final.

Elsewhere, Luke and Andy show genuine fear at the prospect of José Mourinho managing in Turkey and we hear about an amateur side that won 43-1 on the final day of the season to win the title. Remarkable…

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With just a couple of weeks until the Euros kicks off, we’re pretty sure about how Gaz’s Gang will line up in their opening game against Serbia - but how should he use his substitutes? And does Gareth Southgate have a track record of failing to properly implement changes from the bench?

Elsewhere, Ashley Young provides the Take Thermometer with its spiciest offering so far and we wonder if Gareth will bring back the waistcoat as a nostalgia play.

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Enzo Maresca looks set to be the new Chelsea manager as he is rumoured to have agreed a potential six-year contract with the club. Don’t you dare suggest that Chelsea won’t honour all six years of that contract!

Today, Marcus, Andy, Vish and Pete explain why they think Maresca is perfect for the Chelsea role and why Leicester should hire Jamie Vardy as player manager. Plus, they question whether fans are getting value for money after Premier League clubs announce they are increasing the price of season tickets for next season.

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It's bank holiday Monday and Vish is in the studio, that can only mean one thing… Man United have won the FA Cup! He’s joined by Marcus, Jim and Pete to relive the glory of the game, for a third time, and to speculate on the future of Erik ten Hag AND Kevin de Bruyne.

Elsewhere, Pete explains why Wayne Rooney was the ultimate winner this weekend and the Ramblers advise Leeds United not to bother with the Play-offs in future.

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Bayern want the Burnley manager, while Chelsea want the Ipswich, Brentford and Leicester managers. So, where did all the established ‘super coaches’ go? Or are the super clubs just in a right old s**t state and no one wants to be Louis van Gaaled?

Marcus, Jim and Vish offer their theories on today’s Mailbag. Plus, daft suggestions for a fourth domestic cup competition and a listener asks us for our extremely niche football awards. Most Crimson Red Card of the Season, anyone? Come join us!

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What will it take for Man United to beat Man City in this weekend’s FA Cup final? Computer hacking? Marcus, Vish, Jim and Pete genuinely have no answers on today's Ramble. Poor Vish.

Elsewhere, the lads hail future pub quiz answer Ademola Lookman and Jim makes the case for Steve Bruce taking the Man United job while Pete backs him to go on I’m a Celebrity instead. Vish also argues that pub Sunday roasts are overrated... outrageous! 

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Gareth Southgate’s provisional squad is out! So, who would we drop for the final 26? Marcus and Luke discuss that on today’s Lions Watch.

Plus, a listener asks perhaps the biggest question heading into the tournament: how can England get the best out of Phil Foden? Marcus explains why playing Foden and Bellingham together isn’t another Frank Lampard-Steven Gerrard problem. And do we find ourselves agreeing with Paul Merson?!

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José Mourinho, Erik ten Hag and Frank Lampard... they’re just some of the names that Marcus, Luke, Jim and Andy want for the Chelsea job now Mauricio Pochettino has left. But Chelsea also have another HUGE decision to make: do they keep the lemons?

Elsewhere, there is the small matter of England’s provisional squad for Euro 2024. Plus, the Ramblers bring you news of Scott Carson getting in a fight and a Dutch referee who has been banned for the best reason ever! 

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It all comes down to this. This year's top three – Luke, Marcus and Vish – lock horns to become undisputed champion of Jack’s Encyclopaedia 2023/24 and take the season-ending belt. Let the chaos commence!

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Fabio Vieira’s season at Arsenal began promisingly, with the Portuguese midfielder delivering several impressive performances off the bench. His early form suggested he was on the verge of breaking into Mikel Arteta’s starting XI. However, an injury sidelined Vieira for several months, and during his absence, Arsenal continued to perform well, focusing on other players.

As the season progressed, fans grew concerned about Vieira’s limited appearances, and he ultimately finished the campaign without making a significant impact. Despite his early promise, Vieira struggled to regain his place in the team upon his return from injury.

According to a report from The Athletic, the primary reason for Vieira’s limited minutes was his underperformance in training. The coaches felt he did not provide enough evidence during training sessions to warrant his inclusion in matchday squads. This lack of impact in training meant Vieira became one of the few players who have struggled to thrive under Mikel Arteta’s management.

Vieira’s situation highlights the challenges players can face when returning from injury and the importance of consistently proving their worth to secure a spot in the team.

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Arsenal is focused on bolstering their midfield in the upcoming transfer window and has been linked with two standout midfielders: Bruno Guimaraes of Newcastle United and Martin Zubimendi of Real Sociedad.

Mikel Arteta is keen to strengthen the team’s midfield options, and both players have impressed significantly at their respective clubs. Guimaraes has been a key figure for Newcastle, attracting interest not only from Arsenal but also from Manchester City. However, his high valuation makes a transfer to Arsenal challenging.

On the other hand, Zubimendi has been a pivotal player for Real Sociedad, and Arsenal has shown interest in him since last summer. His performances have continued to catch the eye, and he now seems poised for a move away from La Liga.

According to Ben Jacobs on Twitter, Arsenal is more likely to secure Zubimendi’s signature compared to Guimaraes. Jacobs suggests that while Guimaraes would be a costly acquisition, Zubimendi is seen as a more feasible and effective option for the Gunners.

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Emile Smith Rowe is approaching a pivotal summer, with the possibility of leaving Arsenal during the upcoming transfer window.

Smith Rowe’s tenure with the Arsenal senior team has been marred by injuries, which have significantly impacted his role within the squad. During his frequent absences, Arsenal has bolstered their midfield options with the acquisitions of players like Declan Rice and the continued rise of Martin Ødegaard.

As a result, Smith Rowe now finds it challenging to secure regular playing time, with the team evolving and strengthening without his consistent presence.

The English midfielder seeks clarity regarding his future at the club as Arsenal edges closer to competing for major honours. According to Charles Watts in an exclusive update on the Daily Briefing, discussions have been scheduled between Arsenal and Smith Rowe’s representatives.

Smith Rowe wants to understand if he is still a part of Arsenal’s long-term plans and would need a new contract to affirm his place. If it becomes clear that he no longer fits into their future vision, he is prepared to leave the club in search of regular playing opportunities elsewhere.

Jason Cundy has discussed the current market value of William Saliba, noting his rise as one of the best defenders in the world.

The Frenchman has been a key player for Arsenal since the summer of 2022, and his impressive performances have made him indispensable to the team.

Saliba’s emergence as a top defender, following several loan spells, has drawn significant attention. Arsenal’s title challenge in the 2022/2023 season was severely impacted by his injury late in the campaign, highlighting his importance to the squad.

If he continues his rapid development, Saliba could play a crucial role in leading Arsenal to a Premier League title.

Discussing his value on Talk Sport, Cundy estimated Saliba to be worth around £130 million, reflecting his status as one of the most valuable players in the world.

Gabriel Magalhaes has spoken about Arsenal’s growth in the last few campaigns, insisting that it is not only the players who have made them a better team.

Arsenal has made significant progress over the last few seasons, with Mikel Arteta leading a complete overhaul of the group he inherited at the Emirates.

The manager is continuously improving his options and the overall quality of the team, taking them closer to winning a major trophy.

At the beginning of next season, Arsenal might be even better than they are at the moment, and Gabriel believes it goes beyond just the players.

He believes everyone at the club has contributed to their success and the progress the team has been making.

Douglas Luiz has become a tough player to sign for Arsenal after Aston Villa secured a place in next season’s Champions League.

The midfielder was very close to moving to Arsenal in 2022, but Villa rejected the Gunners’ offers to keep their main man in their squad for another season.

He has remained an ever-present member of their team, and his performance contributed to their finishing inside the top four this season.

Villa is preparing to play in the Champions League next term, and they know they must keep their best players if they want to make an impression in the competition.

This makes it hard for clubs to sign their players, including Arsenal, which had been hopeful they would sign Luiz in the next transfer window.

Ben Jacobs has discussed Arsenal’s interest in Alexander Isak after his stunning season with Newcastle.

Isak has adapted brilliantly to the Premier League since he moved to the competition from La Liga.

He has been one of the best strikers in the English top flight and has been tipped to move to a bigger club.

Arsenal wants to win the race for his signature, considering him an upgrade to the likes of Eddie Nketiah and Gabriel Jesus.

Both stars have done their best, but it’s clearly not good enough to help Arsenal become English champions.

Jason Cundy has argued that Eberechi Eze is a better player than Arsenal’s Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli.

The Crystal Palace star has been one of the most consistent attackers in the Premier League this season.

He is expected to leave his current team at the end of this campaign, and Arsenal should be in the running to sign him.

Eze’s form has been too good to ignore, and he could be named in the England squad for Euro 2024.

Arsenal is already looking at new stars to add to their group, and they should probably consider a move for Eze, whom they released as a teenager.

Arsenal is one of the clubs interested in a move for Michael Olise, who is set to leave Crystal Palace.

The Frenchman has been too brilliant to play for a team like Palace, and several top clubs want to include him in their squad.

Arsenal has been tracking him, and the Gunners consider him ideal competition for their current wingers.

Bukayo Saka was out of form for several weeks in the second half of the season and needed support.

If Arsenal had Olise, the Frenchman could have replaced the Englishman, keeping the right-wing position productive for the Gunners.