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Vladimir Putin once demanded that Arsenal paid twice as much as they wanted to for a transfer and the Gunners obliged, it was claimed in a book.According to agent Jon Smith's 2016 autobiography, 'The Deal', Putin was underwhelmed by Arsenal's initial offer as they attempted to sign Andrey Arshavin from Zenit Saint Petersburg in 2009.Zenit are operated by the state-owned corporation Gazprom, giving Putin power when it comes to the high-profile transfers of his boyhood club.As a result, the Russian president took it upon himself to ensure his valuation was met before he allowed Arshavin to complete his move to the Premier League side.According to Smith, Arsenal had only been willing to pay £7million for Arshavin, while Putin valued the player at closer to £15million.It is said that Putin was able to hold up the deal as he demanded Arsenal met his valuation, with the deal not completed until Deadline Day in January 2009.The book also claims that Arsene Wenger even resorted to offering Zenit a place at that summer's Emirates Cup tournament.Shareholder Alisher Usmanov is also believed to have been asked to use his connections in Russia in a desperate attempt to get the deal over the line.Will Arsenal finish in the top four this season? Let us know in the comments section below.Putin eventually got his way as Arshavin moved to the Emirates Stadium on the final day of the window for just under £15million.He went on to make 145 appearances for the club, scoring a total of 31 goals and adding as further 46 assists for his team-mates.Arshavin also famously scored four goals in one match as Arsenal played out a thrilling 4-4 draw away at Liverpool in April 2009.After four-and-a-half years in north London, Arshavin returned to Zenit

The César Awards ceremony held tonight in Paris included a poignant tribute by Canadian filmmaker Xavier Dolan to late actor Gaspard Ulliel who died in January at age 37 following a skiing accident.

Jurgen Klopp has thrown down the gauntlet to Liverpool's midfielders on the fringes of their starting line-up to win him over in pre-season.The Kop boss believes the club's training break in Austria is the perfect place for players to show him they're ready to push their way into the first XI.And the likes of Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Naby Keita, Curtis Jones, James Milner and Harvey Elliott have a chance to steal a march on their midfield rivals.Jordan Henderson, Thiago and Fabinho are now on holiday after their exploits at Euro 2020 and the Copa America so won't join up with their Reds team-mates for another three weeks.Klopp said: “There’s a chance to make the right steps in the right direction.“They were close to the first team but

Liverpool look set for a busy few weeks and months in the transfer market as Jurgen Klopp finalises his squad for the season ahead.The Reds have only brought in one new face so far, with centre-half Ibrahima Konate arriving at Anfield in a £36million deal from RB Leipzig.That is expected to change as clubs, including Liverpool, become more active in the transfer market now Euro 2020 has finished and players return from international duty.

Liverpool fans spotted a surprise name in the full 34-man squad list for Liverpool's pre-season tour in the form of error-prone shot stopper Loris Karius.Jurgen Klopp’s side will begin their preparations for the 2021/22 campaign in Salzburg, with a number of senior players set to report for duty including summer signing Ibrahima Konate.The announcement that Karius would be part of the travelling squad sparked quite the reaction on social media among Liverpool supporters, with the general consensus against the idea.One Reds fan wrote: "Now there’s a pic that scares life out of any lfc fan", underneath a shot of Karius in training.Another claimed "I wish him good luck for the future, provided it’s away from Liverpool.

Liverpool are gearing up for a crucial summer transfer window as Jurgen Klopp plots a route back to the top of English football next season.The Reds failed to keep hold of their Premier League crown last season, instead scrapping it out for a place in the top four.Fortunately they managed to secure Champions League qualification, meaning world-class stars will be keen to move to Anfield this summer.There's likely to be plenty of ins and outs at Anfield before the window draws to a close, and Daily Star Sport are on hand with all the latest transfer news below.Reports suggest Liverpool are eyeing up a move for Mikkel Damsgaard this summer following his impressive performances for Denmark at Euro 2020.Damsgaard, who gave Denmark the lead in

Liverpool are set for a crucial summer transfer window as Jurgen Klopp plots a route back to the top of English football next season.The Reds failed miserably in the defence of their Premier League title last term, with Klopp admitting their hopes of retaining it were over by February.But having managed to finish in the top four and secure Champions League qualification, Anfield chiefs will still be able to attract world-class names to the club this summer.So what's the latest Liverpool transfer gossip? Daily Star Sport are on hand with all the latest developments for you below.According to Italian outlet Calciomercato, Liverpool are eyeing up a potential deal for Italy and Juventus forward Federico Chiesa this summer.Chiesa, who has played

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is ready to begin pre-season preparations ahead of the 2021/22 campaign as they look to bounce back following a difficult 2020/21 season. The Reds may have failed to retain their Premier League title and suffered early disappointment in the League Cup, FA Cup and Champions League, but bounced back to finish third in the table.

Euro 2020, but Liverpool’s business looks set to accelerate as the tournament draws to a close.That’s as the latest rumours round-up discusses only potential new arrivals at Anfield, including PSV forward Donyell Malen, who’s understood to already be in talks with the Merseysiders.Brazilian Matheus Pereira has also been mentioned as a possible target for the Premier League giants following West Brom’s relegation to the Championship at the end of last season.Daily Star Sport breaks down the latest headlines on Liverpool’s alleged interest in those players, as well as reports that Philippe Coutinho will not be returning to Anfield while Jurgen Klopp is boss.International tournaments have a habit of enhancing the profiles of certain stars up

Liverpool are expected to make a number of moves in the summer transfer window to boost their chances of reclaiming the Premier League title next season.The Merseyside outfit endured a miserable defence of their crown last term, with Jurgen Klopp ruling them out of contention as early as February.Klopp's side at least managed to pick their form up and secure a place in the top four, nevertheless, meaning potential recruits can still be promised Champions League football at Anfield.And with speculation around the club intensifying, we're on hand with the latest Liverpool transfer news for you below.Georginio Wijnaldum's departure on a free transfer has left Klopp with a gaping hole in the middle of the park this summer, and reports suggest

Jurgen Klopp may well have to do without five of his star players when Liverpool start their Premier League season.The Reds kick off their 2021/22 campaign at 5:30pm live on Sky Sports at Carrow Road; the last time Liverpool faced Norwich City on opening day they went on to win the title.Despite Klopp wanting a strong start to the season, he may have a limited number of players to pick from, as many of Liverpool's standout perfomers are still on international duty.Alisson Becker, Roberto Firmino and Fabinho are playing for Brazil in the Copa America whilst Jordan Henderson and Thiago Alcantara will play in the Euro 2020 semi-finals for England and Spain respectively.The Liverpool quintet will be give at least three weeks off after their

Liverpool finally captured an elusive Premier League trophy during the 19/20 season, and hopes were high for Jurgen Klopp's men heading into the 20/21 campaign.However, the Reds only secured Champions League football on the final day of the season, and it had looked at times like they wouldn't snatch a European berth altogether.And Klopp will be looking to avoid similar disappointment this season as his Reds look to hit the same highs they did two years ago.Daily Star Sport are having a look at how Liverpool could line up next season as they continue their pursuits of Pedri and Renato Sanches.Born in the Canary Islands, a slender 17-year-old Pedri spent the season Liverpool won the league helping his home town club, Las Palmas, avoid the

Liverpool are being linked with three major stars as Jurgen Klopp’s side prepare to return to pre-season training.The Reds have been quiet in the transfer window thus far, with the signing of Ibrahima Konate their only bit of business.Konate’s arrival is an important one, but Klopp will still be keen to bolster his ranks further ahead of the new season.

Liverpool will replace Georginio Wijnaldum after he left the club on a free transfer to join PSG, and Serie A champion Nicolo Barella could provide an answer.Jurgen Klopp’s side are said to be seeking a deal for the Inter Milan midfielder following his commitments with Italy at Euro 2020, but their initial approach has not been well-received.Elsewhere, Leicester’s recent acquisition of Red Bull Salzburg striker Patson Daka could leave Liverpool with less competition in their efforts to sign Odsonne Edouard.The sale of academy graduate Liam Millar might help fund a move for the Celtic star, too, with the former set to join Swiss side Basel after the two clubs agreed a fee.Daily Star Sport rounds up the latest ins and outs at Anfield ahead of

Jurgen Klopp is set for a summer overhaul in an attempt to keep pace with Manchester United and Manchester City.Reports have re-emerged that Liverpool are keeping close tabs on Leicester wideman Harvey Barnes; the Reds have been monitoring the 23-year-old since the turn of the year.Elsewhere, Yves Bissouma is a wanted man this summer with both Arsenal and now Liverpool eager to acquire the Mali international.However, the Reds have been dealt a huge blow in their pursuit of Real Socidedad striker Alexander Isak with the Swede now unlikely to make a move to Anfield.

Liverpool are being linked with a number of summer reinforcements as Jurgen Klopp eyes a route back to the top of English football next season.The Reds suffered a miserable defence of their Premier League title last season, instead battling it out for a place in the top four.They managed that on the final day of the campaign, meaning Klopp can still lure new targets to Anfield with the attraction of Champions League football.Plenty of business is expected to happen on Merseyside this summer, and Daily Star Sport are on hand with the latest Liverpool transfer news below.One player Liverpool have been tipped to sign this summer is Hoffenheim ace Christoph Baumgartner, with Klopp in need of a new midfielder following Georginio Wijnaldum's

Jurgen Klopp ’s doppelganger was spotted outside Wembley Stadium ahead of England ’s second round match against Germany at Euro 2020 and was soaking in the occasion.

Liverpool ‘may imminently’ sign Porto attacking midfielder Otavio ahead of Wednesday’s deadline for his £34m release clause.Jurgen Klopp is looking to bolster his attacking options behind the attacking trio of Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino. With the future of the first two in doubt, though, and expected departures for fine players such as Xherdan Shaqiri, the Anfield side are not taking any chances of falling short again.

Sadio Mane swapped the south Coast for Merseyside in 2016.The Senegal international arrived at Liverpool from Southampton in 2016, describing his new side as 'one of the biggest clubs in Europe.'And the forward has validated that statement by becoming one of the key figureheads in Jurgen Klopp's remarkable journey to domestic and European glory.But few could have imagined the elite superstar he has evolved into during his time at Anfield.

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp could be set for his busiest week yet in the transfer window, with bids expected for a number of stars.The Reds have kept their summer business to a minimum so far, bringing in Ibrahima Konate from RB Leipzig and allowing Georginio Wijnaldum to join Paris Saint-Germain on a free transfer. But things could be about to take off this week as Klopp’s squad begins to take shape for the season ahead.