LAURA WOODS literally couldn’t face Arsenal’s latest transfer blow.
The talkSPORT presenter recoiled in horror live on air when hearing that Chelsea are tipped to usurp her beloved Gunners in the hunt for Brighton’s Moises Caicedo.
Laura Woods was unhappy to hear of the latest developments in Arsenal’s pursuit of Moises Caicedo
Shock, paper, shivers – Laura reacts to Chelsea’s interest in Caicedo
ITV star Laura couldn’t hide her disappointment so she hid her face – covering it with paper.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is reportedly prioritising four major signings this summer.
That’s thought to include two central midfielders, a full-back and central defender.
West Ham skipper Declan Rice remains his dream recruit.
But Bayern Munich are also keen, with the two Manchester giants plus Liverpool likewise mentioned in connection with the England anchorman.
But after having two January bids for Caicedo rejected in January, the Gunners are said to have agreed terms for the £80million-rated Ecuador.
So Laura reacted with “Oh, for God’s sake” when the possibility of Chelsea nipping in to sign the 21-year-old came up for discussion.
Her mood only got worse when talkSPORT chief football correspondent Alex Crook suggested it was “quite likely” the Blues would win the race for Caicedo.
Laura shoved up the piece of paper to block out her anguished face.
It follows Chelsea hijacking Arsenal’s pursuit of Mykhailo Mudryk in the last transfer window.
The Gunners baulked as a bidding war turned crazy.
And Chelsea signed Shakhtar Donetsk’s Ukraine winger on huge wages for £62m plus £35m potential add-ons.
Arsenal could also face a double dent to their transfer plans from Barcelona.
The Spanish champions are closing on Wolves midfielder Ruben Neves and boss Xavi also fancies Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi.
