Arsenal decided to signal Lionesses star Mary Earps from Man United
The Gunners have had a number of bids rejected by United, who insist the World Cup finalist will not be on the market, regardless of her being within the remaining 12 months of her contract.
Arsenal’s pursuit of Earps might be just like their transfer for England team-mate Alessia Russo. United refused to promote the striker initially however she ultimately joined on a free switch this summer season.
Earps is in demand after a formidable World Cup marketing campaign in Australia, the place she was a key a part of Sarina Wiegman’s facet who battled to the ultimate earlier than a heartbreaking 1-0 defeat by Spain in Sydney.
The 30-year-old performed each minute for the Lionesses on the match, conceding simply 4 occasions in seven matches, deservedly claiming the Golden Glove award for the match’s finest goalkeeper.
Earps additionally fought to have her duplicate England ‘keeper shirt placed on sale to followers, with producers Nike ultimately making a U-turn and pledging to promote the package in restricted portions.