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  • Milan Offer  Fikayo Tomori to Napoli, Newcastle

    Milan Offer  Fikayo Tomori to Napoli, Newcastle

    The summer transfer window is heating up, and Fikayo Tomori is emerging as one of the most high-profile defenders being offered around Europe.

    AC Milan have reportedly put the 27-year-old centre-back on the market, with Napoli and Newcastle United both approached via intermediaries.

    According to multiple sources, including CalcioMercato.com and transfer expert Matteo Moretto, AC Milan are ready to part ways with Tomori if a suitable offer arrives.

    The English international is under contract at San Siro until June 2027, but the club is undergoing a squad overhaul under newly appointed manager Massimiliano Allegri.

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    With Milan’s rebuild in full swing, few players are considered unsellable — and Tomori is among those deemed “sacrificable.”

    Despite being a key figure since his arrival from Chelsea in 2021, Milan are reportedly prioritizing financial flexibility and squad rotation, especially ahead of a season that will include Club World Cup qualifiers and early Coppa Italia action against Bari.

    Intermediaries acting on Milan’s behalf have formally offered Tomori to Napoli, where Antonio Conte is looking to add reinforcements ahead of their Champions League campaign next season.

    Napoli are looking for reliable, top-level experience in defense, and Tomori’s Serie A pedigree — over 100 appearances — makes him a tempting candidate.

    While Napoli are also in talks with Bologna for Dutch defender Sam Beukema, the possibility of landing Tomori is under serious consideration, especially as his value may be lower than the €50 million previously quoted.

    Meanwhile, in the Premier League, Newcastle United have also been offered the chance to sign Tomori.

    Sources at Chronicle Live confirm that the Magpies are assessing the defender as an alternative to Marc Guehi of Crystal Palace, whose stock has risen significantly after helping the Eagles win the FA Cup.

  • Juventus prepare  bid  for Milan’s Tomori

    Juventus prepare  bid  for Milan’s Tomori

    Juventus are reportedly  prepared to send a new offer for Milan defender Fikayo Tomori as Ronald Araujo seems unwilling to leave Barcelona.

    According to Gazzetta, the Bianconeri are prepared to send a new bid after Saturday’s Serie A match against the Rossoneri at the Allianz Stadium.

    Juventus welcomed Portuguese right-back Alberto Costa on Wednesday morning but are still looking for a centre-back to replace the injured Gleison Bremer.

    Mundo Deportivo reported  that Barcelona had persuaded Juventus’ primary target, Araujo, to remain at the club and potentially extend his contract.

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    Gazzetta confirmed  that Araujo’s move has become more difficult for Juventus after Inigo Martinez’s injury, so the Bianconeri have once again set their sights on Tomori.

    The Englishman has started four games from four under new coach Sergio Conceiçao, but Gazzetta believes the Juventus offer could tempt the Rossoneri, allowing the club to make a capital gain.

    Juventus’ bid is expected to be worth €5m for a loan deal until the end of the season, with an option to buy for €20m and a further €5m add-ons.

    Sky maintained  that Araujo remains Juventus’ primary target and that the Bianconeri could even offer €50m to sign him this month.

  • Arsenal keen on Fikayo Tomori

    Arsenal keen on Fikayo Tomori

    According to Football Transfers, Arsenal have added Fikayo Tomori to their list of potential central defenders and could approach over a move. AC Milan considers the 26-year-old defender one of their top performer and are in no rush to sell the former Chelsea star anytime soon.

    Mikel Arteta and Edu Gaspar are keen on landing a new centre-back in the January window, as that’s an area in the squad that still has shortages. Arsenal does not have proper cover for their regular central defenders, something the manager would like to address as soon as possible.

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    There are a lot of games ahead for the club this season, and Arteta does not want to make the same mistake from last season. They have already lost Jurrien Timber to a potential season-ending injury, while Takehiro Tomiyasu and Ben White have carried niggling issues.

    Amid links to many players recently, Arsenal have added Manchester United target Fikayo Tomori to their shortlist. The 26-year-old AC Milan star has been a solid performer for the Serie A giants since making the switch from Chelsea in 2021.

  • Post Football Plans:  Ndidi, Tomori charting same way forward

     

    Leicester City Midfielder Wilfred Ndidi and Chelsea defender Fikayo Tomori may be playing for different clubs and different countries, but both players appear to tilting to the same direction in terms of making plans for post football era.

    For both players sound education is the key to securing a better future after parting ways with the round leather game.

    Recall that Ndidi recently enrolled at the  De Montfort University (DMU) where he is pursuing in Business and Management.

    In the same vein Fikayo Tomori has revealed that he doesn’t join team-mates for FIFA and Fortnite sessions… because he’s studying for a business management degree.

    The 21 year old is studying pursuing his own course via the Open University.

    “Football is not going to go on forever. Whenever I retire, or if I get an injury I have something I’m working towards that can stand me in good stead for the future. I spend about eight to 10 hours a week, reading all the time, trying to learn new things,”Tomori told BBC

    Fikayo Tomori (l) and Tammy Abraham (r)

    Tomori has broken into the Chelsea side this season and earned his first senior England call-up for the games against Czech Republic and Bulgaria although he could not make a debut in the 2-1 loss to Czech Republic.

    Tomori hopes to complete the degree next year

    After gaining experience on loan at Brighton, Hull and Derby, Tomori has been given an opportunity in the Chelsea first team by Frank Lampard this season and has certainly seized his chance with some excellent performances.

    Tomori was also eligible to represent Canada or Nigeria, but he has now committed to England and will hope to have a key part to play at Euro 2020 next summer if Gareth Southgate’s side qualify as expected even as he hopes that he gets a time to debut against Bulgaria tonight just like fellow Nigeria born player and teammate Tammy Abraham made his three minutes debut against Czech Republic.

     

     

     

  • Tammy Abraham settled as Tomori eyes Bulgaria debut

     

    Nigeria born former England junior international Tammy Abraham finally sealed his debut for the senior national team of England Friday with a three minutes appearance for the Three Lions.

    His debut however ended in defeat after Czech Republic came from behind to carry the day in the Euro qualifiers. Tottenham forward Harry Kane had shot the Three Lions into the lead after converting a 5th minute penalty raising hope that

    Gareth Southgate and his men were set to savour victory on a platter.  That was however not to be as the Czechs responded in the 9th and 85th minutes respectively.

    Tammy and Fikayo in the England dressing room

    Tammy’s debut Friday finally put paid to permutations over which country he will eventually play for. Tammy who has been on fire for Chelsea since the beginning of this season was thrown in the game in the 88th minute replacing Declan Rice.On his part Fikayo Tomori who was also called up with Abraham watched from the bench as the Three lions failed to fly over Czech Republic.  He will be hoping to have an opportunity when England take on Bulgaria on Monday.

    The two Chelsea teammates have prior to the Euro qualifiers dominated that headlines over whether or not they will chose to play for England on Nigeria. Meanwhile Philip Billing whose father is Nigerian and mother from Denmark is on the list against Switzerland Saturday.  Should he make a debut for the side he too would have put paid to the debate over his allegiance.

    Denmark’s next match after Saturday will be against Gilbratar and then Ireland

     

     

     

     

  • Tammy Abraham, Tomori hit England camp for Czech clash

     

    Nigeria born duo Tammy Abraham and Fikayo Tomori have linked up with Three Lions following their call up for the Euro 2020 qualifiers against Czech Republic and Bulgaria respectively.

    The two Chelsea stars had prior to their call up been subjects of debate over which of the national teams they will join between the Three Lions and the Super Falcons.

    Twenty two year old Tammy has so far made 10 appearances for Chelsea scoring 8 goals in the bargain. Tomori who plays in the defence  on his part has made six appearances for the Blues with a goal to his credit .

    Abraham is in the England squad for a second time, while 21-year-old defender Tomori is set to make his debut after a strong start to the Premier League season under Frank Lampard.

    Blues midfielders Mason Mount and Ross Barkley are also in Gareth Southgate’s 24-man squad.

    The call-up is reward for a fine start to the season for both Abraham and Tomori, with the former at the top of the Premier League goal scoring charts with eight, alongside Sergio Aguero.

    Tammy Abraham and Fikayo Tomori in training in Lions camp

    Tomori has also impressed with several astute defensive displays and he himself got among the goals, firing in a fine long range effort against Wolves, a game in which Abraham bagged three.

    Speaking ahead of Sunday’s clash with Southampton, Lampard revealed that the pair had ‘big smiles on their faces’ at training after their call ups were announced.

    But the Chelsea boss warned them: ‘It is great news for them, but as I keep saying that it is just the start. The minute any standards drop or complacency kicks in then they will all suffer.

    ‘I am pleased they smile, they need to take this now, something to add to their armoury and say, ‘Okay I am an England player, I am in the England squad. I need to show even more, game in and game out for us’.’

    England are aiming to maintain their perfect qualifying record so far this campaign.

    After four games, the Three Lions are top of the group and three points clear of Czech Republic in second.