Arsenal transfer news LIVE – Mikel Merino blow, Eddie Nketiah stance, Gabriel Jesus message

It’s not long to go until Arsenal are back in Premier League action for the 2024/25 season, with Mikel Arteta looking to add to his squad ahead of the new campaign. So far Arsenal have signed defender Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna during the window, but the club have been linked with several other names. Real …

Arteta new contract, Sesko and Williams sign, four sold – Arsenal dream alternative transfers

Arsenal’s summer has been particularly speculation-ridden. For all the talk only two first-team additions have been made, and one of those is David Raya who hardly counts after spending last season in north London. Emile Smith Rowe is the only major exit of note as well, although Amario Cozier-Duberry leaving to join Brighton after not …

We ‘signed’ the perfect Rasmus Hojlund alternative for Manchester United – his impact was huge

With Rasmus Hojlund set to miss the start of the season through injury and having struggled at times during his first season with Manchester United, Ivan Toney could be the perfect alternative for Erik ten Hag’s side. United have already signed a new striker this summer with Joshua Zirkzee making the move to Old Trafford, but with …

£150m double deal, Branthwaite deal, Casemiro sold – Man United’s alternative summer transfer window

Manchester United’s summer has been more positive than many would have considered to be possible prior to the FA Cup final. Erik ten Hag finds himself in a new position of power at the club having received the backing of Sir Jim Ratcliffe. Meanwhile, fans have been encouraged by the sensible appointments in the boardroom including Dan …

Euro giants fear Man Utd will ‘break their balls’ for £21.5m midfielder transfer as Ashworth plots hijack

Manchester United continue to be linked with a multitude of midfielders after cooling their interest in Manuel Ugarte and Monaco’s Youssouf Fofana is reportedly on their shortlist. The Red Devils have held extensive talks with Paris Saint-Germain over Ugarte, 23, whose £51m price tag has ultimately proved too costly for their budget. Man Utd’s sporting …

Arsenal thump Bayer Leverkusen as missing Riccardo Calafiori sent message – 5 talking points

Arsenal tore Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen to shreds as they ran out convincing 4-1 winners over Xabi Alonso’s immortals 10 days out from their Premier League opener against Wolves. The ruthless Gunners were three goals to the good at the interval courtesy of strikes from Oleksandr Zinchenko, Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Jesus. Zinchenko struck a brilliant opener on …

Report: Arsenal 4-1 Bayer Leverkusen

Our first game back at Emirates Stadium in 2024/25 was one to remember as we recorded a resounding win over Bayer Leverkusen. Oleksandr Zinchenko and Leandro Trossard netted within the opening eight minutes with a pair of fine goals, before Gabriel Jesus ran 40 yards to dispatch our third against the German Invincibles on 38 …

Arsenal player ratings vs Bayer Leverkusen as Lewis-Skelly and Nwaneri shine on first team stage

David Raya: Again not really tested in the second half. Did have one moment where he shanked a clearance, but got away with it. Interesting to see him get the full 90. Wonder if Ramsdale will get the next game, or if that’s a sign. 6. Ben White: Came off too early to get a second half rating. n/a. …

Arsenal 4-1 Bayer Leverkusen Gunners cruise to victory against German champions in pre-season friendly

ARSENAL have beaten German champions Bayer Leverkusen 4-1 in a pre-season friendly at the Emirates. The Gunners took the lead through Oleksandr Zinchenko’s thunderbolt on eight minutes. 60 seconds later, Leandro Trossard doubled Arsenal’s lead after great feet to evade the Leverkusen defenders. On 38 minutes, Gabriel Jesus’ stunner from outside the box made it 3-0 as the Gunners cruised into the …

Man United two steps away from unleashing Marcus Rashford with dream swap deal

Marcus Rashford comes into the 2024/25 season with all eyes on him, pressure and responsibility. After a disappointing season for Manchester United, the forward has to answer his critics. The England international recorded his best season of his career in 2022/23 with 30 goals in 56 appearances across all competitions. Due to a number of reasons …