Today’s rumours can’t always get what you want
Arsenal manager Unai Emery – this is going to feel strange for a while, isn’t it? – will make a move for Nice’s Jean Michaël Seri, a long-time target of his predecessor. Meet the new boss, same as, etc. Heading out as Seri arrives: Danny Welbeck, who is off to Besiktas. Staying put: Aaron Ramsey, who will be encouraged to sign a new deal.
Across town, Chelsea manager Antonio Conte is for the off, this is probably not breaking news to you. But it seems he’s not going to rush finding a new job if/when sacked: he’ll be taking a break instead, happy to wait for the ideal opportunity to present itself, and let Chelsea pay for his sabbatical.
