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Henrikh Mkhitaryan reveals what Arsenal players will not focus on

Arsenal star Henrikh Mkhitaryan has revealed that the focus of the players is not on the league table despite returning to the fourth position following a 2-0 win over Southampton on Sunday. Henrikh Mkhitaryan was on target alongside Alexandre Lacazette to defeat the Saints and put Arsenal back in the race for a top-four finish with Man United playing a 0-0 draw against Liverpool on the same day. The former Man United player stated that the focus at the moment is not on the league table because of the number of games they still have ahead which is expected to make an impact. The popular opinion Solskjaer disagrees with about United duo He noted that there is a resolve by the team to remain focus and face each game as they come to ensure they achieve … [Read more...]

Monchi finally reacts to reported Arsenal move

An emerging report claims that Monchi has reacted to the reported linking him to the North London outfit Arsenal by accepting to join the club as the technical director. The need for Monchi came up after Sven Mislintat announced his decision to leave the job as head of recruitment at the Emirates Stadium in January with claims that he is at loggerheads with some of the club’s chiefs over transfer decisions. Monchi who is currently with Italian Serie A outfit AS Roma is believed to be one of the best in that position in the game owing to his record for discovering one of the best defenders in the world, Sergio Ramos, Jesus Navas and Jose Antonio Reyes. Why Arsenal fans should be happy about the pursuit of defender He is also traced to the discovery of … [Read more...]

Confirmed! Ajax prodigy ruled out of Arsenal move

It has been confided that Ajax director and former Gunners Marc Overmars was stopped from having a switch to his former team as the new technical director. Marc Overmars was earlier linked with the job with claims that he is ready to move in but Ajax were unwilling to part ways with him because of how valued he is at the Amsterdam club. The former Arsenal player has been a major force at the club and a revelation since taking up the role as he has helped the club financially as well as in the recruitment of players. Inter Milan in for Mesut Ozil rescue Marc Overmars helped Ajax in making huge sums from sales of players, one of which is the sale of Frenkie De Jong of recent for a fee of £75 million. The Ajax director who won the league with the North … [Read more...]

Why Arsenal may no longer secure this Aaron Ramsey replacement

Replacing Wales international Aaron Ramsey is a major concern for North London outfit Arsenal in the coming summer transfer window. The former Cardiff City midfielder has already agreed to a move to the Italian Serie A outfit Juventus at the end of the season, making it necessary for the Gunners team to have him replaced owing to his importance in the team. However, the Gunners had indicated interest in Spanish La Liga outfit Villarreal star Pablo Fornals with claims that they were preparing a bid to land him as soon as the summer transfer window is opened but that might not be as easy as expected with reports of Man City and Tottenham Hotspur also joining in the race. Arsenal told why this star player should be signed This is a major threat for the … [Read more...]

How we will thump United, Chelsea for top-four finish, Emery

North London outfit Arsenal boss Unai Emery has explained that hinted on how his side plan to secure the fourth position in the Premier League table at the end of the season ahead of rivals Man United and Chelsea. While Liverpool and Man City have got the first and second position to drag, Tottenham have been consistent enough to get hold of the third position but the big contest is between the Gunners, the Red Devils and the Blues for the fourth position. How Sarriball Could Force Hazard, Kante Out Of Chelsea Arsenal are currently sitting fourth in the League table with a point ahead of fifth Place Man United while Chelsea is sixth. The North London club are hoping they can end the season this way. However, Manager Unai Emery stated that it would be … [Read more...]

Confirmed! Arsenal to seal deal for star defender

It has been revealed that North London outfit Arsenal are set to hand a new and improved offer to England international Rob Holding as a way of rewarding him for the good form. Although Rob Holding has been out of action after suffering cruciate knee ligament injury since December last year, he was impressive at the start of the season and proved he has a big future at the club. The 23-year-old had established a good relationship with Sokratis Papa before the retinue of captain Laurent Koscielny from injury in the early part of the season. Matteo Guendouzi reacts to switch to PSG However, he is set to be offered a new deal with manager Unai Emery pushing the club for talks with the player. There is no doubt that the absence of Rob Holding from the … [Read more...]

The player that could cost Arsenal their victory against Southampton

The North London outfit Arsenal have been warned to be wary of Charlie Austin as the player who could stop Arsenal from picking a win in the Sunday game against Southampton. Arsenal will host the Southampton team and will hope to have a revenge of the 3-2 they suffered against Southampton on the first leg which ended the Gunners unbeaten run in December. However, Thin Freddie has warned the North London outfit that the Southampton player is the man to watch out for as he will be a nuisance to the team in the game. The big vow Man United made over 18-year-old ahead on summer window He noted that the Arsenal defenders will have to run the more on Sunday because of Charlie Austin who has not got a record of giving troubles to the defence. However, the … [Read more...]

Defensive tactics? Mustafi says why clean sheets does not matter

Many Arsenal fans will not agree with Arsenal defender Shkodran Mustafi on this but the defender has played down clean sheets in games for the North London outfit. Arsenal have conceded the most amongst the top clubs in the English Premier League which is a major concern to many, especially with their bad defence. Shkodran Mustafi is one of the defenders who have been criticized by the press and the fans for not doing more in their responsibility to guard the Arsenal team from the back especially after the good work has been done by the attackers to score goals. Why Marco Silva Wants Permanent Deal For Kurt Zouma However, he is of the opinion that what matters the most is for the Gunners to secure three points, not minding if they concede a goal or … [Read more...]

Big Wenger’s PSG claim made

It has now been confirmed that former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger will not become the sporting director of French Ligue 1 outfit Paris Saint Germain as speculated. There were rumours that the French man is being considered to pick up the job with PSG seeking for a new and experienced person to handle the position. PSG president Nasser Al-Khelafia has stated that the club have no intention to recruit the former Arsenal boss, noting that the club already have a sporting director, Antero Henrique who is still loved at the club. Torreira disagree with Unai Emery on this However, Arsene Wenger has been jobless since he left the North London outfit in the last summer and was immediately replaced by Spanish manager Unai Emery. Arsene Wenger is no doubt … [Read more...]

Arsenal reach conclusion on technical director?

Emerging reports hints that the North London outfit Arsenal have reached a conclusion on who to name as the club’s technical director with Monchi mentioned, according to Daily Mail. Monchi is the current director with the Italian Serie A outfit AS Roma but he has indicated his interest to quit the job for the North London, having met with the required standard and experience. A number of persons were named for the job with former arsenal Marc Overmars and also linked but Monchi seems to have won the race. After defeat United to £100m-rated target However, it is speculated that he would resume later in June when the season ends to begin the new season and most importantly, help the club in their bid to engage in the coming summer transfer window. It … [Read more...]

Why Southampton, Arsenal clash will be different, Ralph Hasenhuttl

Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl has reacted to the Premier League tie between his side and the North London outfit Arsenal on Sunday. Ralph Hasenhuttl stated that he expects a different clash from what happened when the two sides met in the last time. Southampton had ended Arsenal’s winning streak earlier with a 3-2 win in December and that has obviously hurt the Gunners team which is the reason why Ralph Hasenhuttl thinks his side will not have it cool in the game. Chelsea To Play Dynamo Kiev In Europa League Last 16 Tie He noted that the North London outfit will not need to have more many chances before seeing a goal but hints that his side will stop the Unai Emery men by being focused and having a perfect performance in the game. Ralph … [Read more...]

Why Arsenal Europa League draw is good for transfer business

Arsenal have been drawn to face French Ligue 1 outfit Rennes in the round of 16 of the Europa League competition. This is after the North London side secured qualification from the round of 16 after beating BATE. The Gunners have now qualified for the next round with two encounters against Rennes. More to the game is the fact that the North London fans will be seeing one of Arsenal’s major targets Ismaila Sarr as he is expected to be in action for the two legs. Matteo Guendouzi reacts to switch to PSG Italy vs Poland - check out Jorginho's close strike Midfielder Snubs Chelsea For £170,000 p/w Deal At Barcelona It's Proven! SOS can't be compared to MSF Chelsea vs Derby County: Chelsea key trio likely to be unavailable To the fans, it is a form … [Read more...]

Why Arsenal fans are unhappy with Europa League draw

English Premier League outfit Arsenal fans are really unhappy with the draws conducted on Friday which saw their side tie with French Ligue 1 outfit Rennes tie with The draws was already conducted but an adjustment was made one hour after the draw so as to avoid a clash with Chelsea’s game against Dynamo Kiev. Based on the draws, Arsenal and Chelsea were slated for home games on 7th March but that has been switched with the as the UEFA city clash rule is being cited. The North London outfit will now be at home in the second leg on 14 March and will go away in their first on 7th March. How Unconvincing Chelsea pipped in-form Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park The Arsenal Supporters Trust as a body have therefore expressed their displeasure over the change … [Read more...]

Why Lacazette might not feature in Europa League games again this season

There are fears that French striker Alexandre Lacazette might not play in the Europa League again this season should the North London team fail to scale through this round of 16. The North London outfit have been served their round of 16 opponents in a draw which was held on Friday. The Gunners will face French Ligue 1 outfit Rennes in a double leg encounter. However, Alexandre Lacazette already knows his fate on the double games as he is expected to face a two-game suspension after receiving a Red Card against BATE Borisov in their first leg of their last 32 tie at Belarus. Ex-Chelsea Midfielder Exits PSG By Mutual Consent It has been established by UEFA Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body that the former Lyon player was dismissed for elbowing … [Read more...]

Sarri takes swipe at Arsenal, says his side are better

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri has taken swipe at his London rivals Arsenal, stating that his side are a better team than the North London outfit but they are still more criticized. He made this claim after their 3-0 victory over Malmo in the Europa League tie on Thursday night as he prepares also for the clash against Man City in the EFL Cup final on Sunday. The Blues team under the Italian boss has been heavily criticized especially with the nature of defeats they suffered this season. 128-Goal Striker Would Bolster Chelsea Attack - Ex-Blues Defender He noted that he is aware of how fans and pundits praise the Arsenal team which ought not to be more than his team, explaining that he shares the same point with the Gunners, his side are in the EFL Cup finals … [Read more...]

Serge Gnaby: why Arsenal have got big problem

North London outfit Arsenal have been struggling to keep quality players at the Emirates Stadium over the years and the development keeps on hunting the team later on. Germany international Serge Gnaby is one of the latest testimonies to this especially after he was seen on the pitch for German Bundesliga outfit Bayern Munich in the Champions League tie against Liverpool. The youngster has now matured in his game and proved a bigger quality than he was known for at the North London outfit before he was shown the way out. Iwobi reveals the incredible things he will have to do more With what he played against the Merseyside club, it was clear evidence that the star player has one of the biggest potentials in Europe to identify with but sadly he has been … [Read more...]

Match details: Arsenal scored 3 goals against Bate Borisov

Arsenal 3 Bate Borisov 0 Arsenal have booked a place in the last-16 of the Europa League with a realistic victory against BATE Borisov. Ofcos there was early tension of trying to overturn the first-leg deficit, it was soon dispelled when, after tactical play, Arsenal took the lead in the 4th minute. The first goal happened when Pierre-Emerick Aubayemang dropped his shoulder and presses away down the right before seeing his cross diverted to the net by Zakhar Volkov. One would say it was a very good start for the Gunners – since Lukas Podolski’s strike against Galatasaray back in December 2014, this will definitely be the fastest goal in the history of Arsenal. Arsenal continued with their tactics, pressing forward to dismantle their opponent defence, on … [Read more...]

Koscielny ‘takes over’ from Emery immediately, shares responsibility on the pitch

Arsenal captain Laurent Koscielny has told the players what to do on the pitch if they must defeat BATE in the second leg of the Europa League at the Emirates Stadium on Thursday. The North London face a very dicey fixture after suffering a 1-0 to BATE away at Belarus last week as they now face a difficult one at the Emirates Stadium which is a must-win for them or they risk being dumped out of the competition. Laurent Koscielny has, therefore, told his slayers to d all it takes to secure a win in the game stressing that his side had the possession in the first leg but were still defeated 1-0 by the Belarus outfit. Arsenal legend explains why United players should feel embarrassed He said defenders must defend well but it all starts with the attackers … [Read more...]

Sarri to be sacked in coming days, Arsene Wenger heading to Chelsea?

Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has been tipped to take over the job at Chelsea with manager Maurizio Sarri expected to be sacked in coming days. The Italian boss has failed to motivate the players to give their best which has resulted in defeats for the North London outfit with claims that the management of the club are now uncomfortable with the development. A number of names have been linked with the job at the West London outfit with former manager Zinedine Zidane mentioned as a possible replacement after it was claimed that he would take the job should the Blues management make available £200 million kitty for transfer deals and also keep Eden Hazard at the club ahead of coming season. Why David de Gea will still end up at United’s exit … [Read more...]

Unai Emery confesses who has been stopping Ozil from playing

Arsenal boss Unai Emery has unwittingly stated that German star Mesut Ozil has been the one stopping himself from playing often after claiming that the key to regular football is on his hands. It is no longer news that the Spanish manager and the former Real Madrid star have fallen out because of the poor performance by Mesut Ozil which is not acceptable by Unai Emery. The former PSG boss is furious that the 30-year-old earns the highest wages of £350,000-a-week but has been on the bench for most of the games with just 13 starts overall. United shift attention to £40m-rated star after missing out on Barcelona new man The Spanish boss has been severally criticized for taking the Ozil situation too personal but he has come out to dismiss such insinuations … [Read more...]

Major concern ahead of Arsenal Europa League clash

Arsenal are set to return for the second leg of their Europa League clash against BATE on Thursday and there are major concerns with the Arsenal Support Trust protesting against the kick-off time for the game. The game which has been scheduled to kick-off at the Emirates Stadium by 5:55 pm is claimed to be too early as fans will not be able to attend due to work commitments which should be considered. Subsequently, a letter has been allegedly sent to UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin to make their complaints known as they urge him to consider and ensure a little adjustment in the timing. Latest update on Lingard and Anthony Martial Accordant to the fans, the UEFA authorities have considered TV companies ahead of the fans, stressing that they will not in … [Read more...]

Arsenal join United, Napoli for signature of Danish forward

English Premier League outfit Arsenal are reported to have joined their bitter rivals Man United and Italian Serie A outfit Napoli for the signature of Danish starlet and Ajax striker Kasper Dolberg ahead of the coming summer window. Kasper Dolberg’s quality performance this season has impressed a number of top European sides and they are all seeking o land him as an addition to their squad. The youngster has so far impressed this season, scoring 10 goals across all competitions which made Italian Serie A outfit Napoli make move to land him by preparing a bid already. United are a better team than Liverpool, club legend reveals why It is claimed that the club have been approached by a number of clubs for the signature of the star player but there has … [Read more...]