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Manchester United are said to have turned down Arsenal's substantial bid for Alessia Russo.
Manchester United have reportedly rejected a record bid from Arsenal for England’s Women's European Championships star Alessia Russo.
Arsenal's bid is said to be higher than the current transfer record of £400,000 paid to Manchester City by Barcelona for Keira Walsh.
United reject Arsenal’s bid
The Arsenal women’s team are in the market for a striker, and they had their eyes set on Manchester United’s Alessia Russo.
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The Gunners placed an undisclosed bid, but it is said to be worth more than the current transfer record. However, Sky Sports report that Manchester United have turned down the offer.
Arsenal’s attempts to price Russo away from Leigh Sports Village have failed as Manchester United are unwilling to sell to a direct rival, especially so close to the end of the window.
Why Arsenal want Russo
The 23-year-old gained prominence in the Women’s European Championships where she score four goals all while coming off the bench,
The young striker was a constant demonstration of the depth of Sarina Wiegman’s side at the tournament, as she was outscored by only two players in the Euros despite not starting any games.
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The Manchester United forward played the role of deputy to the more experienced Ellen White, and she managed to outscore her older teammate in fewer minutes.
The story of England's Women's Euro 2022 win cannot be told without Russo's goals, and Arsenal could use the firepower.
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