Arsenal set to hugely increase Houssem Aouar transfer offer after Lyon decision

Manchester United are reportedly starting to accept that bringing Cristiano Ronaldo back to Old Trafford has done more damage than good.Ronaldo left Juventus last summer, and he received a heroes welcome when he touched down in Manchester, even notching twice on his debut.However, seven months later, according to reports, Ronaldo is at the centre of a storm of dressing room politics and poor performances.According to the Sunday Mirror, Ronaldo could walk away from United, for a second time, should the Red Devils not qualify for the Champions League.And United will not stand in the way of the Portuguese star.The report claims that the feeling inside of United is that Ronaldo has become a sideshow.It was hoped that Ronaldo could fire United back into Premier League contention, and with it a good showing in the Champions League.But, at 37, Ronaldo has started to show his age with inconsistent performances for Ralf Rangnick's side.And Ronaldo has often proved to be the weak cog in Rangnick's pressing machine. Do you think Ronaldo's return to United has been a success? Let us know in the comments section United are currently facing a mass exodus over the summer.Edinson Cavani, who looked set to leave last summer, will move on from Old Trafford this summer - with a return to South America looking likely.While Anthony Martial is keen not to return to Manchester after impressing on loan at Sevilla.Paul Pogba, Jesse Lingard, and Juan Mata will all be out of contract in June too.

Tottenham Hotspur, according to former Spurs star Dimitar Berbatov.Conte got off to a flyer as Spurs boss, but he has struggled in recent weeks - despite a massive victory against Manchester City on Saturday.And Berbatov has suggested that Conte has been afforded the freedom he wants in the transfer market.Berbatov claimed that Conte prefers players that are ready-made for success, but Daniel Levy prefers signing younger players.And the Bulgarian has suggested promises may have been broken to facilitate Conte's needs in the transfer market."I read Conte's comments about Tottenham's transfer approach," Berbatov told Betfair."The Italian pointing out that the club like to buy young and develop, and not getting in 'ready-made' players."Which for him is a problem because he wants to - and knows how to - get results here and now."But this is something you need to discuss before you come to the club. What have you thought of Conte's tenure at Spurs? Let us know in the comments section "This should have been clear from the beginning. Maybe they did have these conversations, and a promise has not been kept."I sincerely hope not, and I hope this is not going to be a big problem for Spurs."Conte is a great coach, a winning coach, and I want to see him win a trophy at the club."This can't be another Mourinho situation."Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it all in your email inbox - don't miss a thing.It only takes a matter of seconds.Simply type your email address into the box at the top of this article and hit 'subscribe'.And that's it, job done.

UFO flying over Hawaii at the start of this week. It has been reported that "many witnesses" noticed the peculiar object hovering over the island of Oahu on Tuesday, February 12.According to UFO Sightings Daily, F-22 jets were caught responding to a series of reports, which said the object was seen stationary for a period of time.

Janey Godley asked fans for advice after admitting her hair has started falling out amid her ongoing cancer treatment.

The ever-controversial Jose Mourinho grabbed the headlines once again as he was shown red in the dying stages of Roma's draw with Hellas Verona - before being held back by his coaching staff.

JAMES Argent has been spotted grappling with his fence after Storm Eunice battered the country this week. The reality star was seen with a friend picking up various bits of the wooden fence in the pouring rain as he tried to make good. His garden was left exposed as he joined the long list of people trying to find tradespeople to fix it.

IOAN Gruffudd's estranged wife Alice Evans has requested full custody of their two children, according to reports. The move comes just two days after Welsh hunk Ioan, 48, filed a restraining order against his ex, 53, over fears she will make false claims about him. US outlet People has reported Alice has offered to allow Ioan visitation rights to Ella, 12, and Elsie, eight.

RAPPER Dave has been forced to cancel his upcoming gigs at London's O2 Arena after its roof was ripped apart by Storm Eunice. The Brit Award-winning star was set to perform at the venue on Monday and Tuesday night but announced tonight the shows are being rescheduled. He wrote on Instagram: “Devastating news, The O2 have told us Monday and Tuesday’s shows can’t happen due to what the storm did to the roof of the venue,” he said.

DAVID Beckham paid tribute to his younger sister Jo on her 40th birthday with some sweet childhood throwbacks. The retired England captain, 46, is famed for his haircuts over the years and he revealed two more from his youth.

DAVID Beckham has shared snaps from his ski trip with the kids as he treats them to a luxury break. The 46-year-old was joined by his two youngest sons Romeo, 19, and Cruz, 16, and daughter Harper, 10, while eldest Brooklyn, 22, is in the US with fiance Nicola Peltz.

Mikel Arteta has targeted midfielders Houssem Aouar and Thomas Partey as the clock ticks down towards transfer deadline day next week.But it remains to be seen whether Arsenal will be able to sign either of those players.Atletico Madrid are playing hardball over Partey's £45million release clause, while Aouar is expected to cost a similar amount, and the Gunners could also face competition from Juventus to sign the Lyon ace.So Arsenal are having to assess alternative targets to complete Arteta's squad overhaul - and Diawara has emerged as a late option. That's according to Il Messaggero, cited by Metro, which reports that Torreira could be offered in part-exchange for the Roma midfielder.

Arsenal are facing a race against time to sign Lyon's Houssem Aouar. And now Juventus have entered the race for the midfielder's signature in the coming days.

Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas has told Arsenal they must sign Houssem Aouar by Friday or the deal is off.

Arsenal reportedly have other options available to them should they fail in their pursuits of Lyon and Atletico Madrid midfielders Houssem Aouar and Thomas Partey. Gunners boss Mikel Arteta is eager to add the pair, 22 and 27 respectively, to his squad before the transfer window closes next Monday.Arsenal have had multiple bids for both players rejected by Lyon and Atletico, who view the offers they've received so far to be derisory.According to reports, the north Londoners are preparing to table further bids for the duo in the hopes of securing their services before the window shuts.However, if those offers are once again rebuffed, they'll turn their attention elsewhere.

Arsenal before the summer transfer window closes. The Lyon playmaker has failed to inspire the Champions League semi-finalists into a winning start to the new Ligue 1 season, and they sit 11th after drawing three and losing one of their opening five fixtures.

Arsenal transfer target Houssem Aouar remained tight-lipped regarding his future - and insisted he cannot hide behind speculation.

Arsenal are still yet to agree a transfer fee with Lyon for Houssem Aouar - but the player’s personal terms are “not an issue”.The Gunners are keen to sign Aouar before next week’s transfer deadline, with reports suggesting they have tabled an opening £32million offer.That falls way below Lyon’s asking price, nevertheless, as the French club are looking to receive £54million for their star midfielder this summer.On Saturday, Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas revealed Arsenal are nowhere near their valuation for Aouar, meaning he expects the player to stay put at the Groupama Stadium.Responding to an article claiming Aouar had chosen to join Arsenal, Aulas wrote on Twitter: “@OL there will be very few departures: for Houssem Arsenal is much

Arsenal for Houssem Aouar, as they hold firm on their valuation of the midfielder. The Gunners are believed to have agreed personal terms with the 22-year-old, and moving ahead of Juventus and Barcelona in the race for his signature.

Arsenal have struck a personal agreement with Lyon ace Houssem Aouar, who is keen to reunite with former teammate Alexandre Lacazette at the Emirates.Reports in France suggest Aouar has agreed to join the Gunners this summer, having been identified as a top transfer target by Mikel Arteta.It is believed Arsenal have tabled a £32million bid for the midfielder, which falls way below Lyon's £54million asking price.However, the French outfit are prepared to lower their demand should they come back in with an improved offer before next week’s transfer deadline.Aouar is understood to have already finalised personal terms with Gunners chiefs, meaning the two clubs simply need to agree a transfer fee.According to ESPN, the 22-year-old’s strong

Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas has confirmed Arsenal have made an offer for Houssem Aouar - but says the Gunners' bid is nowhere near close enough to his valuation.

Lyon are ready to slash their valuation for midfielder Houssem Aouar as Arsenal have their opening offer rejected.