Arsenal Women have been handed a blow in their pursuit of forward Alessia Russo as Manchester United have ended negotiations, according to reports.
The Gunners are prioritising a forward on deadline day with both Beth Mead and Vivianne Miedema out with long-term ACL injuries. Reports emerged on Monday night suggesting Arsenal had tabled a record-breaking bid for Russo, who is in the final few months of her deal at United.
However, as the 5pm WSL transfer deadline looms, it has become increasingly clear Russo will not be on the move this window as the Manchester club look to keep ahold of one of their star players amid a title race. According to The Telegraph, United have ruled out selling the England star this month and insist she is not for sale at any price.
