It was only match one in pre-season, but there was plenty for Mikel Arteta to talk about after a 1-1 draw and subsequent penalty shootout win over Bournemouth in California. And it’s not just on the pitch where things are happening either, with Emile Smith Rowe failing to get any minutes and Riccardo Calafiori edging …
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Reiss Nelson shines, Jurrien Timber excellent – Arsenal half-time player ratings vs Bournemouth
Reiss Nelson impressed during the first half of Arsenal’s pre-season friendly clash with Bournemouth. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images) Arsenal are 1-0 up in their first pre-season game of their tour of the United States of America against fellow Premier League outfit Bournemouth. The Gunners got their pre-season campaign underway with a …
Martin Odegaard oozes class, Omar Rekik punished – Arsenal full-time player ratings vs Bournemouth
Martin Odegaard was outstanding in the second half of Arsenal’s pre-season friendly with Bournemouth. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images) Arsenal got their pre-season campaign underway with a clash against the Cherries at the Dignity Health Sports Park. In a low-tempo first half the Gunners took the lead courtesy of Fabio Vieira’s superb volley. They …
Man United ‘land on £25m Matthijs de Ligt transfer alternative’ as surprise U-turn made
Matthijs de Ligt is a summer transfer target for Man United (Image: S. Mellar/FC Bayern via Getty Images) Manchester United are internally ‘considering’ a move for England striker Ivan Toney this summer – despite adding Joshua Zirkzee to their ranks – but there is one significant catch over a would-be transfer. The 28-year-old is said …
Manchester United might be forced to wait to sign dream partner for Kobbie Mainoo
Mainoo was superb last season. (Image: 2024 Eurasia Sport Images) Last season, someone close to Kobbie Mainoo said he ‘loves’ to play with Casemiro. The youngster broke into Manchester United’s first team in November and was given the chance to start alongside Casemiro. Casemiro’s defensive discipline allowed Mainoo to go forward without fear of leaving …
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Newcastle take fight to Liverpool, Man Utd as new deal prepped for key attacking weapon
Newcastle are ready to offer a lucrative new contract to a top attacker this summer in order to try and keep the likes of Liverpool and Manchester United at bay. It’s been claimed that £100m would be required to convince the Magpies to part company with England winger Anthony Gordon, with St James’ Park chiefs …
CLUB EXPECTED TO RETURN WITH IMPROVED OFFER FOR ARSENAL STAR
Fulham are set to submit an improved offer for Arsenal midfielder Emile Smith Rowe, according to reports from Sky Sports. The Cottagers have already had two bids rejected by the Gunners, who are holding out for a higher fee. Last week, Now.Arsenal revealed that Fulham’s second bid, which was close to £35 million, was turned …
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Victor Gyokeres has already dropped Arsenal transfer hint ahead of £60m decision
Victor Gyokeres has already informed Arsenal of his views towards a potential transfer this summer. The Gunners have been heavily linked with a move for the Sporting Lisbon striker this summer. Mikel Arteta is rumoured to be determined to add a new centre-forward to his squad ahead of the 2024/25 Premier League season. Gyokeres scored 43 goals in 50 appearances and …
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Arsenal could be forced into unwanted transfer decision to solve £30m problem
Arsenal have been keen to rework the squad this summer as they look to finally overhaul Manchester City in the title race having finished just two points behind their rivals last season. However, the market has thrown up plenty of obstacles to navigate so far. The Profit and Sustainability rules have tightened purse strings for …
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Ten Hag gunning for Man Utd to sign Bundesliga winner who can help expensive flop shine
Erik ten Hag is urging Manchester United chiefs to complete a deal for Bayern Munich defender Noussair Mazraoui as he believes the 26-year-old can help one of his current players improve, according to reports. Mazraoui came through the Ajax academy and went on to play 137 times in their first team, helping the Dutch giants win …