Henrikh Mkhitaryan’s transfer to MU among world’s most expensive onesJuly 11, 2018 - 14:37 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenian midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan has been the focus of one of the most expensive transfers in history, according to a list compiled by Goal.com. After making a name for himself at Shakhtar Donetsk, Mkhitaryan stepped up his transformation into a world-class attacking midfielder at Borussia Dortmund, the source says. “Indeed, it was his sensational performances at Signal Iduna Park that convinced Jose Mourinho to sign him in the summer of 2016 for €42m,” the article says, reminding that the Armenia international was sent to Arsenal in exchange for Alexis Sanchez in January 2018. Leading the list of the 100 most costly transfers in football history are Neymar (€222m), Philippe Coutinho (€120m), Ousmane Dembele (€105m), Paul Pogba (€105m), Gareth Bale (€100.8m) and Cristiano Ronaldo (€100m). Top stories Armenian gymnast, Olympic bronze medalist Artur Davtyan has reached the finals of the World Cup. Gor Manvelyan has denied reports alleging that he has expressed a desire to one day play for the French national team. Roma midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan is not considering FC Spartak Moscow as his next haven, according to fresh reports. 10 Armenian lifters will compete in the 2021 World Championships scheduled to be held from 7 to 17 December in Tashkent. Partner news | European Parliament to discuss repression in Azerbaijan The European Parliament will discuss repression of civil society in Azerbaijan on April 24 PACE wants concessions from Azerbaijan to accept Baku back A PACE co-rapporteur said that Azerbaijani authorities must make certain concessions so that the country can return to PACE. Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide. Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed. |