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Papers: Arsenal 'interested' in Paz but bid to sign Como star dealt blow

Arsenal’s pursuit of Serie A midfielder Nico Paz has reportedly hit a snag before negotiations could even commence, according to multiple reports. The club’s interest in the Como-based creative has been met with an unexpected obstacle, raising questions about the feasibility of landing the 23-year-old amid a busy transfer window.

Meanwhile, Manchester City’s recent transfer woes deepened as teenage prospect Charlie Holt abruptly left the club for Cardiff City, just days after the Premier League giants faced financial rule violations from the league. The move underscores the challenges facing City’s recruitment strategy amid ongoing scrutiny over their transfer dealings.

Off the pitch, Arsenal has shelved ambitious plans to expand the capacity of the Emirates Stadium, while former Arsenal winger Willian has accused the club’s hierarchy of making unrealistic promises during his Chelsea-to-Arsenal switch. In England football, Gary Lineker has warned Declan Rice that his international spot could be at risk due to the rising form of Alex Scott.

Meanwhile, Scotland’s Under-21 side faced chaos in a recent international, with two players sent off in a two-minute span during a match against Bulgaria. Elsewhere, Cristiano Ronaldo released a lengthy statement addressing his national team walkout and apologizing to teammates, while England’s Harry Kane continued his stellar form with two goals and an assist in a 3-0 Nations League victory over the Czech Republic.

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