Thierry Henry will join the Belgium national team's coaching staff as Roberto Martinez's assistant. Former France international Henry had been working as coach of Arsenal's under-18 side before leaving last month after Arsene Wenger told him he could not continue in the role unless he quit his work as a TV pundit. However, he will now work with former Wigan and Everton boss Martinez as Belgium look to rebuild following a disappointing Euro 2016 campaign. Roberto Martínez: "@ThierryHenry has been in the situation to change the spirit … [Read more...]
Wenger ’99 per cent confident’ on completing double swoop
Arsene Wenger has confirmed Arsenal are closing in on signing striker Lucas Perez and centre-back Shkodran Mustafi but says the deals are yet to be completed. "We are working on the deals," Wenger said on Friday at a news conference. "We are not close enough to announce to you today that they will sign for us. Will we sign anybody before the end of the transfer window? I'm 99 percent confident [we will]." Arsenal moved on Thursday to trigger a £17 million release clause for Perez, the Deportivo La Coruna striker who had also been a target … [Read more...]
Champions League: Pep in Barcelona return as Arsenal face PSG
Pep Guardiola will return to the Camp Nou after Manchester City and Barcelona were drawn together in the Champions League group stage on Thursday. Guardiola spent the majority of his playing career with Barcelona and led them to two European titles as manager in 2009 and 2011. And now in his first season as City boss, he will face off against his former club in Group C, along with Borussia Monchengladbach and Celtic, when the group stage begins next month. The Spanish champions beat City in the round of 16 in both 2014 and 2015, and the … [Read more...]
Champions League draws: Who will Spurs, Arsenal, Leicester and Man City play?
Manchester City sealed their place in the Champions League group stage with a comfortable 6-0 aggregate victory over Steaua Bucharest in the playoff round on Wednesday night, and will be in pot 2 for Thursday's draw. Pot 1 contains the seeded teams, featuring holders Real Madrid and the champions of the top seven leagues: Barcelona, Leicester City, Bayern Munich, Juventus, Benfica, PSG and CSKA Moscow. City slot into the second pot with the best performing clubs in Europe over recent seasons, placing them alongside Atletico Madrid, … [Read more...]
Chelsea take on Leicester in the EFL Cup, Manchester City face Swansea
Premier League champions Leicester have been drawn at home to Chelsea in the third round of the EFL Cup. Claudio Ranieri’s men are entering at this stage of the competition due to their European commitments, and will take on the Blues - who overcame Bristol Rovers in the second round. Manchester City will also face a Premier League side having been drawn to face Swansea City at the Liberty Stadium, but top flight rivals Manchester United, Arsenal and Liverpool are all coming up against lower league opposition in Northampton, Nottingham … [Read more...]
Arsenal show interest in Roma defender Kostas Manolas
As Arsene Wenger’s protracted search for a new defender continues, Roma ‘s Kostas Manolas has now emerged as the latest candidate to be linked with a potential switch to Arsenal. Having already shown interest in the Greek international once before, the Premier League outfit have since rekindled their attraction due to various struggles in signing Valencia’s Shkodran Mustafi. According to The Daily Mail, The Gunners sent scouts to specifically observe Manolas’ performance during the Giallorossi’s disappointing 3-0 play-off defeat to Porto … [Read more...]
Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey left out of Wales squad
Wales manager Chris Coleman has revealed he will be without Arsenal’s Aaron Ramsey for the Dragons’ upcoming World Cup qualifier against Moldova. The midfielder suffered a hamstring injury in the Gunners’ Premier League opener against Liverpool, and Gunners boss Arsene Wenger said he would not be fit until after the international break Coleman on Wednesday named his squad for the Moldova game in Cardiff on September 5, and said he expected Ramsey to be out for another three weeks. "When you've got a player as good as Aaron, take him … [Read more...]
Valencia insist Arsenal target Mustafi is ‘not for sale’
Shkodran Mustafi will remain at the club this summer according to Valencia manager Pako Ayestaran. Arsene Wenger revealed he was hopeful of completing a deal for the 23-year-old after Saturday's goalless draw with Leicester, but the clubs are yet to strike an agreement that satisfies all parties despite the Gunners settling personal terms with the player. Mustafi's manager has since delivered a blow to Wenger, who is pursuing defensive targets following long-term injuries to Per Mertesacker and Gabriel Paulista. The Valencia boss said: … [Read more...]
Arsenal are too soft to win the Premier League- Patrick Vieria
Patrick Vieira has told The Times that Arsenal should reinforce the squad to address the longstanding lack of physical presence and leadership in the team. Vieira, who won the Premier League three times during his nine years with Arsenal, said he respects Arsene Wenger's refusal to overpay for players and believes they are capable of winning the title this season. Even so, the Frenchman, now in charge of New York City FC in MLS, warned that the current squad is missing the qualities of the 2003-04 "Invincibles," who finished top without … [Read more...]
Laurent Koscielny vows Arsenal will compete for the Premier League title
Laurent Koscielny has vowed Arsenal will challenge for the title despite their rivals’ “unbelievable” spending this summer. The Gunners drew 0-0 at champions Leicester on Saturday and remain winless after the opening two Premier League games. Travelling fans again turned on Arsene Wenger and urged him to spend as the toothless visitors struggled to create clear chances. But defender Koscielny insisted the Gunners, runners-up to Leicester last season, will battle for the Premier League crown as they hunt their first title since … [Read more...]
Sporting Lisbon sign Arsenal forward Joel Campbell on loan
Joel Campbell has joined Portuguese club Sporting Lisbon on loan after failing to secure a regular place in the Arsenal side. The Gunners announced the season-long deal on Sunday and said the Costa Rica forward "will be hoping he can help the Portugese side win the Primeira and gain further Champions League experience." Sporting Lisbon tweeted a picture of Campbell posing in club colours after he had tweeted them to suggest that they sign him. .@joel_campbell12 challenge accepted! Welcome to Sporting CP! #BemvindoCampbell … [Read more...]
Claudio Ranieri refuses to criticise Mark Clattenburg over penalty
Leicester City boss Claudio Ranieri praised his team's display in the 0-0 draw against Arsenal and had no complaints over the referee. Claudio Ranieri refused to criticise referee Mark Clattenburg after Leicester City had two penalty appeals waved away during their 0-0 draw against Arsenal. The Premier League champions are still searching for the first win of their title defence, following last weekend's 2-1 loss at Hull City, and they could not find a way through in a game of few chances at the King Power Stadium. Danny Drinkwater went … [Read more...]
Arsenal, Leicester play out a goalless draw
It ended goalless between defending champions Leicester City and last season's runners-up Arsenal at the King Power Stadium. Arsenal had the better of the opening period, looking dangerous in attack , testing the reigning Premier League champions’ defence. Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain came close in the 26th minute, unleashing a curling effort from 20 yards having beaten Riyad Mahrez, with ease, on the left flank. His effort had Foxes stopper Kasper Schmeichel beaten, but sailed wide of the far post. There was late controversy in the first … [Read more...]
Arsenal’s Danny Welbeck due back by Christmas
Arsenal have been handed a boost with the news that Danny Welbeck could return from injury ahead of schedule. Danny Welbeck underwent surgery in May after injuring his right knee against Manchester City last season. The festive period is set to see the return of Danny Welbeck, with Arsene Wenger revealing the injury-plagued Arsenal forward is on track for a Christmas comeback. Welbeck has been sidelined since undergoing surgery in May after injuring his right knee against Manchester City in the Premier League last season. The … [Read more...]
Klopp defends Moreno after defender is mocked
Jurgen Klopp was bemused when asked about Alberto Moreno's erratic performance in Liverpool's win over Arsenal. Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has defended Alberto Moreno in the wake of recent criticism and feels the reaction to the Spaniard's performance in the 4-3 win over Arsenal has been exaggerated. Moreno conceded a penalty - which was subsequently missed - after bringing down Theo Walcott, before he was caught out of position for the England international's goal a minute later. The 24-year-old was heavily criticised for his … [Read more...]
Arsenal are ready to spend in this transfer window- Arsene Wenger
Arsene Wenger insists he is ready to splash the cash in order to land new signings this summer. Arsenal have already been turned down by Jamie Vardy while they had a bid for Lyon striker Alexandre Lacazette rejected by the French club. They have also struggled to bring in a new central defender with Shkodran Mustafi's mooted move from Valencia still not complete. This has led to suggestions that Wenger's club is not willing to spend money in the same way some of the other Premier League title challengers are. But the Frenchman has … [Read more...]
Riyad Mahrez rejects Arsenal and Chelsea to sign new deal at Leicester City
Reigning PFA Players' Player of the Year Riyad Mahrez has committed his future to Leicester by signing a new deal with the Premier League champions. Mahrez, 25, had been linked with making a move to Arsenal during the summer transfer window. But the Algeria international has followed striker Jamie Vardy in committing his future to Claudio Ranieri's side. Mahrez scored 17 goals and assisted 11 as the Foxes claimed a shock Premier League title last season. He's signed! #lcfc magician @Mahrez22 commits future with new deal to … [Read more...]
Arsenal attacker Alex Iwobi out for four weeks
Arsenal midfielder Alex Iwobi will be sidelined for up to four weeks, according to sources, adding another injury blow to Arsene Wenger's team. The Nigerian was substituted just before the hour mark in the Gunners' 4-3 loss to Liverpool on Sunday with what Wenger described as a thigh strain, and a source said on Wednesday that he could be out for up to a month. That would rule him out of Arsenal's next two games, against Leicester on Saturday and Watford the following weekend before a possible return on Sept. 10 against Southampton. He would … [Read more...]
Arsenal target Riyad Mahrez would consider Leicester exit for ‘two or three clubs’
Leicester City star Riyad Mahrez says only "two or three clubs" in the world could tempt him to leave the Premier League champions. Mahrez had been linked with a move to Arsenal earlier this summer, though Leicester manager Claudio Ranieri has been confident the Algerian would stay with the Foxes. In an interview with France Football, Mahrez said he would prefer to stay in England, though he could be tempted abroad by a select few teams. "[The Premier League] is a super league and I would like to stay here as long as possible," he … [Read more...]
Arsenal join Man United in chase for Fonte
Southampton centre-back Jose Fonte is keen to join Manchester United but he has also received an approach from Arsenal, according to reports. Jose Mourinho is seeking an experienced defensive leader and club sources say that United had opened informal talks over 32-year-old Fonte, who could play for Southampton at Old Trafford on Friday night. However, United need to sell or loan one of their existing central defenders before signing Fonte, with Argentina international Marcos Rojo the player the club are most eager to offload. United … [Read more...]
Schweinsteiger and Podolski granted Germany farewell appearance
Germany will honour Bastian Schweinsteiger and Lukas Podolski with farewell friendlies. Germany will pay tribute to the international careers of former captain Bastian Schweinsteiger and forward Lukas Podolski with farewell matches in their honour. After 120 and 129 appearances for their country respectively, 2014 World Cup winners Schweinsteiger and Podolski have called time on playing at the highest level in the aftermath of Euro 2016. Germany's friendly match against Finland in Monchengladbach on August 31 will be played under the … [Read more...]
Arsenal will sign a striker this month- Keown
Former Arsenal centre-back Martin Keown believes Arsene Wenger will sign a striker before the end of the transfer window. The Gunners boss was on the hunt for a striker earlier in the summer when he triggered Jamie Vardy’s release clause with a £20million bid ahead of the European Championships. However, the 29-year-old decided to stay with champions Leicester, penning a four-year extension on £100,000 a week. Whether Wenger is still actively pursuing another forward is debatable after his reported move for Alexandre Lacazette also … [Read more...]
Henry worried by Arsenal’s lack of spending
Thierry Henry is worried that Arsenal have lost the ability to attract the very best players in world football to the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners looked far from convincing in their opening day 4-3 loss to Liverpool and many fans will be expecting additions to the squad before the end of the transfer window. Arsene Wenger has only brought in Granit Xhaka, Rob Holding and Takuma Asano , with Xhaka likely to be the only one that features on a regular basis for the Gunners. And Henry thinks Arsenal will struggle to find the quality they … [Read more...]
Arsene Wenger blames lack of defensive cover for Liverpool defeat
Arsene Wenger believes his side came up short against Liverpool on Sunday because of the lack of experience in their back four. The Gunners lost 4-3 at the Emirates Stadium despite two second-half goals from Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Calum Chambers that gave them hope they could get something out of the game. Three quick goals in a 15-minute spell from the Reds effectively sealed the game for Jurgen Klopp’s men and the French man was left frustrated at his side’s youthful defence. “We lacked experience at the back and we were physically … [Read more...]
Klopp half-time talk sparked Liverpool win – Lallana
He was on the scoresheet as Liverpool defeated Arsenal and Adam Lallana hailed the belief that Jurgen Klopp has instilled in the side. Adam Lallana was relieved to escape Emirates Stadium with three points after Liverpool held off Arsenal's stirring comeback on Sunday. In a classic Premier League meeting, Arsenal were ahead through Theo Walcott before a blitz of four goals in 18 minutes had Liverpool 4-1 in front. Philippe Coutinho scored twice either side of Lallana's fine goal, while debutant Sadio Mane's superb individual effort … [Read more...]
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