Manchester City could surrender ground in the race for the Premier League title before the season even begins. Last term, Arsenal finished just two points behind the reigning champions despite only dropping points twice after the New Year. Pep Guardiola’s side held the Gunners to a goalless draw at the Etihad Stadium in March. Then, two weeks …
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I believed in myself – Bukayo Saka exorcises penalty demons as England progress
Bukayo Saka said he had belief in himself as he capped a man-of-the-match performance by scoring in the Euro 2024 shoot-out win over Switzerland to book a semi-final slot and banish his penalty demons of three years ago. Not only did he equalise for England with a fine individual strike to cancel out Breel Embolo’s opener – to make it …
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After a few games out of action through injury, Arsenal loanee Marquinhos has returned to training with Fluminense.
Following a strong start to his loan spell with Fluminense, Marquinhos missed their last four matches with a thigh problem, believed to be a hamstring injury. The good news is that the winger is now back in training with his loan club, with Saudacoes Tricolores reporting that both Marquinhos and fellow injury-sufferer Marcelo resumed training on Friday. Marquinhos suffered …
Riccardo Calafiori: Everything you need to know as Arsenal close in on special defensive talent
As Arsenal close in on the impressive signing of Italy star Riccardo Calafiori, TT takes an in-depth look at what makes the Bologna man a special defensive talent. Calafiori only turned 22 in May, but the Italian defender has taken a winding road to becoming one of the most sought-after centre-backs in Europe this summer. …
Declan Rice and Gabriel Martinelli fears as Arsenal have green light for Grealish and Gyokeres deals
If Arsenal decide they want to sign Jack Grealish and Viktor Gyokeres, Financial Fair Play will not necessarily stop them. Unlike many teams in the Premier League, Mikel Arteta’s side will not have to go about their business looking over their shoulder too much at FFP. But while they are complying with restrictions at present, the club are conscious of not getting into …
Arsenal striker set for club record transfer exit amid update on ‘agreed’ Riccardo Calafiori deal
Arsenal have so far had a relatively quiet summer aside from the permanent signing of goalkeeper David Raya. Mikel Arteta is expected to bolster several areas of his squad ahead of the new season in six weeks’ time, including in midfield and in attack. He is also being tipped to search for a new centre-back to …
Arsenal facing huge future showdown as Real Madrid prep early for stunning £100m raid
Real Madrid are reportedly preparing to make a huge raid on Arsenal in the summer of 2025 by trying to pinch one of Mikel Arteta’s top talents. The Gunners have assembled an impressive squad capable of going toe-to-toe with Manchester City for the last two seasons, and while there is still room to strengthen, concerns …
Newcastle to frustrate Chelsea, Arsenal with new contract for top star after dodging PSR bullet
Newcastle United are set hand a new contract to star striker Alexander Isak in a bid to ward off suitors and keep hold of a player they deem crucial to their cause. It was believed that Newcastle might be forced to sell their prized asset to make the grade when it comes to Profit and Sustainability Rules. However, …
The true value of Arsenal squad as Mikel Arteta set for £254m summer transfer windfall
Arsenal have yet to really get going in the summer transfer window. David Raya finally signed a permanent deal with the Gunners on Thursday, but that is the only piece of incoming business they have done, bar adding to their youth team. A number of players are expected to leave in the coming days and weeks, while Mikel Arteta and Edu are also …
Arsenal laughing after agreed transfer sparks fears Edu has pulled off a masterstroke
Arsenal have pulled off yet another transfer masterstroke if the comments of an outspoken director of football are anything to go by. The Gunners have already wrapped up two new signings this summer, with Lucas Nygaard bolstering the acadmey’s goalkeeping ranks and David Raya joining from Brentford. Arsenal activated their £27m option to buy in Raya’s …