Hansi Flick has decided on Barcelona midfield for Benfica clash

That’s according to Diario AS, who have provided an insight into the latest developments behind the scenes in Catalunya’s capital. Barcelona are of course primed to return to action on Wednesday evening. Turning attentions back towards matters in the Champions League, the Blaugrana have made the trip to Portugal, for a Last-16 first-leg showdown with Benfica. …

Arsenal have clear vision on Arteta future as five-man sporting director shortlist is revealed

There is no chance of Mikel Arteta being sacked if Arsenal don’t win a trophy this season, and the new sporting director will be key to the manager moving the Arsenal project forwards. Arteta only recently extended his contract, and Arsenal are very happy with him. The only change in dynamic to look out for is the new …

Arsenal dream line-up after Alexander Isak transfer as Mikel Arteta faces new selection dilemma

Only those in the Arsenal hierarchy will have an idea as to what plans the club will have for the summer transfer window. The Gunners still have a few months to wait before they are able to strengthen their squad in the transfer market. A host of names have already been linked with moving to the Emirates Stadium, but …

Four things spotted in Arsenal training before PSV clash as Arteta drops cryptic team news hint

Mikel Arteta put his players through their paces ahead of Arsenal’s clash against PSV Eindhoven. The Dutch giants will host the Gunners at the Philips Stadion in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16 on Tuesday night. Arsenal will be keen to return to winning ways after a defeat to West Ham and …

Arsenal caught up in PSV Champions League mind games as Thomas Partey transfer update given

It’s back to Champions League action for Arsenal tonight as they take on Dutch side PSV Eindhoven in the first leg of their last 16 clash. The Gunners travel to the Netherlands for the 8pm kick-off. The return leg will then take place in a week at the Emirates Stadium. In between the two matches, Arsenal face Manchester United at Old …

Arsenal handed Benjamin Sesko green light as £66m transfer clause ‘agreed’

Arsenal and other Premier League clubs will reportedly be able to activate a release clause in the contract of RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko from this summer onwards. The 21-year-old Slovenia international has scored 35 goals in 76 games since signing from Red Bull Salzburg in 2023. Such form has resulted in Sesko being linked …

Lewis-Skelly and Partey return, Merino remains up top – Arsenal predicted XI vs PSV Eindhoven

Arsenal simply have to come through their first leg last-16 Champions League clash with PSV Eindhoven if they want to keep any hope of silverware alive this season. With the Premier League title race effectively over, this will be Mikel Arteta’s final hope. While being very familiar with their opponents, having now played them three seasons in …

Every word Mikel Arteta said on PSV tie, Josh Kroenke visit, Champions League importance

Mikel Arteta was in a seemingly determined mood ahead of his Arsenal side’s clash against PSV in the Champions League. Having stepped off his flight from England less than an hour ago and straight into the press conference, he faced a variety of questions. PSV naturally were a focus in addition to the weight of this …

Mikel Arteta explains Josh Kroenke’s Arsenal training ground visit amid sporting director decision

Mikel Arteta said he was happy to have Arsenal co-chaiman Josh Kroenke visit the training ground ahead of the midweek fixture. Arteta addressed the media ahead of Arsenal’s clash with PSV in the UEFA Champions League. The competition marks what is effectively the club’s last hopes of securing silverware as the Premier League title dream …

Josh Kroenke flies in as Arsenal face crunch Champions League fixture amid KSE criticism

Josh Kroenke has been seen at Arsenal’s London Colney training ground this morning as the Gunners gear up for a crucial period. Mikel Arteta’s side had a week away from competitive action as the FA Cup reached the quarter-final stage. Arsenal were left to stew over their midweek draw with Nottingham Forest, which saw them …