Arsenal legend, Nigel Winterburn has predicted that the hope of the Gunners fans on striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to deliver plenty of this season might be disappointed. He stated that the Gabon international’s chances of scoring 15 league goals this season are slim. Aubameyang, who arrived from Borussia Dortmund on a fee of about £57million saw the back of the net 10 times in 13 league games. With much expectation on the striker, he has so far had a slow start netting only a goal in four games. This might have informed the prediction … [Read more...]
Arsenal star declared more valuable than Chelsea star
Arsenal winger Alex Iwobi has been named to be more valuable than Chelsea star, Victor Moses. In the ranking of Nigerian players on their transfer values as published by CIES Observatory, Iwobi now reigns ahead of Chelsea's Moses. Iwobi is now valued at €38.3, an increase of €4 million in the last three months. This is after the Hale End Academy product signed a new long-term deal with an improved offer till the end of the 2021-2022 season. For Moses, he has failed to make any mark this season as he has been relegated to the bench … [Read more...]
Unai Emery faces selection headache ahead of Newcastle clash
There are yet reasons to worry about as Arsenal returns to action on Saturday against Newcastle at the St James Park. With the wins against West Ham and Cardiff, the Unai Emery team will be looking at continuing their winning streak to get their season back on track. But there are some worries in the bid to achieve that with Emery left with little choice on the players to pick for the game as some are yet to be confirmed fit for the game. The likes of Granit Xhaka, Stephan Lichtsteiner, Danny Welbeck and Sokratis Papastathopoulos are … [Read more...]
Why Ozil will struggle against Newcastle
Arsenal midfielder, Mesut Ozil has not enjoyed media praise in recent times owing to the issues relating to his untimely retirement from the national team and his unconvincing performance at the Emirates Stadium. Few weeks before the World Cup, Ozil was pictured with Turkish president and that sparked controversies and bashing by the media, a development that was not well handled by the German football federation. The poor outing by Germany at the Russia World Cup which led to an early exit of the team drew criticism with the Arsenal player at … [Read more...]
What I did to get Ozil to his best – Emery
Arsenal boss, Unai Emery has revealed that he professionally push Arsenal Midfielder, Mesut Ozil to be a better player so as to give his best to the team. He made this claim while speaking of his relationship with the German player. The Arsenal boss noted that contrary to reports of a bust-up, he and Ozil have a good relationship both on and off the pitch. Emery revealed that he enjoyed training with the player while others were on international break as the player is already retired from the German national team. Ozil made the decision … [Read more...]
Emery tells club to forget about this player
Arsenal manager, Unai Emery has made it clear, how close full-back Nacho Monreal is to his heart, hence will not be allowed to leave the club. The Spanish full-back who has made three appearances in the Premier League including getting on the scoresheet has been identified as the player who is important to the current Arsenal team under the former PSG manager. Reports in Spain say Spanish giants are already keeping tab on the player and will not hesitate to grab the player for a deal. The 32-year-old is also believed to serve as a backup … [Read more...]
Watching Lacazette, Aubameyang play together excites me, legend
Arsenal hero Alan Smith has expressed his delight in watching is Alexandre Lacazette and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang play together on the pitch. Before now, manager Unai Emery restricted Lacazette to starting from the bench, leaving only Aubameyang as the lone striker at the kick-off of the games until against Cardiff City where both players were meant to begin the game. The outcome became a subject of discussions in the media as both players got their first goals of the season in the game. The Spaniard is therefore urged to have a repeat of … [Read more...]
Mkhitaryan makes surprise claim about Wenger and Emery
One would expect Arsenal midfielder, Henrikh Mkhitaryan to have his preference when asked to pick who is best between former Manager, Arsene Wenger and current boss, Unai Emery but it has not gone the way we expected. The American says he does not have any preference between both coaches, noting that he will not mind any of them as his manager. Mkhitaryan who was signed to the Emirates by the Frenchman in January made 17 appearances under Wenger and has continued to get the nod under Emery, starting in three out of four Premier League games … [Read more...]
Arsenal legend names bad egg in Unai Emery’s path to success
Arsenal legend, Alan Smith has named playmaker, Mesut Ozil as the would-be obstacle in the way of Unai Emery to have his playing style established. It is not enough that the German earns £350,000-a-week but the fact that he has failed to prove his worth in the Spaniard’s team. No wonder he was dropped for the win against West Ham United. Emery has also insisted on a playing style that requires more hard work from his players to press although 90 minutes but it is still unclear if Ozil will be able to meet up with such a demand. Smith who … [Read more...]
It has been revealed, The man behind Ramsey’s contract mess
Emerging reports indicate that want-away Arsenal Chief Ivan Gazidis is the man behind midfielder, Aaron Ramsey’s refusal to extend his contract with Arsenal. This means that the Arsenal Chief might be heading to AC Milan, the Gunners contract rebel will also be following him to same direction. Ramsey’s contract at the Emirates expires next summer and if he fails to extend his deal, he will leave the club as a free agent and the North London club will not be able to cash in on him. The reason why the Wales international is yet to sign a deal … [Read more...]
Dont worry, I am happy here, star player tells Arsenal fans
Arsenal defender, Nacho Monreal has told club fans not to be worried about his future, noting that he is happy at the club and will not be going anywhere. He made this statement in reaction to fears over the faith of Arsenal left-back as the player is running into the last year of his contract with no talks of an extension yet. Monreal, therefore, disclosed that he is already in contact with the club’s authorities and talks are progressing as it ought to be. The fullback says he is settled in north London and will extend his stay at the … [Read more...]
Deal almost done for Arsenal chief executive
Arsenal and AC Milan are set to lock horns over Gunners chief, Ivan Gazidis who is reported to be on his way to Italy. Speculations in the past weeks have linked the Arsenal chief executive to Milan but latest report says the Italian outfit are confident to pull a deal that will have Gazidis complete a move to the San Siro Gazidis is well respected by Milan owing to the success he brought to Arsenal. He is now a top target by the president, Paolo Scaroni, and the Elliott group, the US hedge fund which owns the Italian club. According to … [Read more...]
‘I am keeping a close tab on Liverpool injured player’ – former Arsenal star
Ex-Arsenal star, Santi Cazorla says he is keeping a close tab on Liverpool injured player Former Arsenal star turn Villarreal player, Santi Cazorla have reached out to his former Arsenal teammate, Alexander Oxlade Chamberlain, who move to Liverpool in a £40 million deal from Emirate stadium. Alexander Oxlade Chamberlain is currently suffering from a multiple ligaments injury which he sustained during the semi-final against Italian club AS Roma in the UEFA Champions League last season. The injury saw the England international miss the UEFA … [Read more...]
Xhaka is mistaken by Arsenal fans, Skysports
Sky Sports pundit, Alex Scott has stated that star midfielder Granit Xhaka is a different person from what fans know him to be. The former Arsenal and England right-back said the Switzerland star looked like a “world beater” in his country’s game against England and not the names he is being called at Arsenal. This season has been awful for Xhaka who is yet to win the hearts of the fans and is often criticized for poor performance. Although, he has started all of the games for Arsenal under manager Unai Emery, but he has always been the … [Read more...]
Why Arsenal is a strange club for me, Guendouzi
Matteo Guendouzi has stated that Arsenal is a strange place for him, admitting that “everything” has changed since he arrived at the North London side. The 19-year-old, who came from Ligue 2 side Lorient as a future plan for the club, suddenly became a regular, starting the four league games so far in the season. Arsenal Manager has heaped praises on the young lad and has been left with no other choice than to play him ahead of new recruit, Lucas Torriera. While many will see the adventure as being rosy for Guendouzi, he has got another … [Read more...]
Arsenal have got ‘Kante’ trophy loading…
Lots of hope have been breathing into the mind of Arsenal fans with the latest information that has been said of the club's player. Legend, Gilberto Silva who spoke of new Arsenal singing, Lucas Torreira said the midfielder is another N'Golo Kante and he expects the same impact in Arsenal as being experienced in Chelsea. The former Arsenal midfielder said Torriera has got the potential to hand the Gunners a title this season as he is the missing rib of the club. He noted that the player's ability was noted in the World Cup for Uruguay where … [Read more...]
Ozil’s Arsenal end nears
The end of Arsenal Midfielder, Mesut Ozil is reported to be getting nearer than ever with reports claiming that Gunners coach Unai Emery will not hesitate to accept any perfect offer for the German tactician. Ozil’s performances at the Emirates this season under the boss is questionable. The known fact that things have changed in the club with a pressing style of play being introduced might contribute to why the German might be seeing his end owing to his personality. Emery is reported to have told the player that he needs to meet up in the … [Read more...]
103-cap Arsenal star – Why my age is just a number
Arsenal right back, Stephan Lichtsteiner has claimed that his age is just a number that does not reflect his physicality on the field of play. According to him, he looks and has the feeling that he is six years younger than his age. At 34, the new Arsenal recruit has played nearly 600 games at club level as well as winning 103 caps for the Swiss national side; yet, he still looks ready to go. Lichtsteiner became Unai Emery’s first signing of the season and fans thought it could not be the addition they needed but the manager said the Swiss … [Read more...]
Arsenal scout for more Guendouzis makes, contacts club for interesting lad
Arsenal are seeming to be resting their faith on young lads following the exploits of new signing, Matteo Guendouzi to the club. Guendouzi was supposed to be a player for the future but has found his way to the starting eleven by merit. So far, he has not disappointed the faith of the coaches in him. The Frenchman's performance has earned him four starts in four league games this season. This could be a motivating factor for the London club to seek the signature of other young lads who have shown same level of promise. FC Ufa chiefs … [Read more...]
Arsenal brought-up speaks on future national team callup
Semi Ajayi, an Arsenal brought up who played at the Emirates Stadium as a youth player spoke about his chances of being called up again to the national team. Ajayi got his debut cap for the Super Eagles of Nigeria in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Seychelles, is already raising concerns about future invitations. The utility Rotherham United star has the ability to play as a central defender and defensive midfielder but was drifted to the right back on Saturday. He has no issue with that, instead, seeks for more of it. The … [Read more...]
Report – United contract rebel to switch to Arsenal
Arsenal have been tipped to snap up Manchester United contract rebel, Anthony Martial. Martial is reported to have fallen out of favour with his manager, Jose Mourinho and his bent on leaving the club with Premier League rivals as a possible destination. According to Betfair, the 22-year-old is strongly linked to London with Arsenal and Tottenham reportedly interested in his signature. The Frenchman had withdrawn from contract talks, sparking speculation that he might have made up his mind to leave the Old Trafford. However, his stay at … [Read more...]
How Emery ended Wenger’s 22-years ‘nice’ football
It is now becoming obvious that the 22-year-reign of Arsene Wenger is over with some decisions of the new manager, Unai Emery. Wenger is known as a 'Mr Nice Guy' whose sense of fair play is second to none, making his idea of what a competition means, less than how his rivals have perceived it. Although his 22-year reign, Wenger always instructed that the pitch be watered either before the game or during the halftime break. This is to ensure that both his side and his visitors enjoy the game. Although, it has worked against him on some … [Read more...]
He was good but am still surprised, former player speaks of Guendouzi
New Arsenal signing, Matteo Guendouzi is well known to former Arsenal forward Jeremie Aliadiere but he can't explain his shock at the player's rapid exploit at the club. Guendouzi joined the Gunners in the summer and was only recruited because of his prospect. He was a player for the future and pundits never gave him the chance to be a starter. To the shock of everyone, the player is a first-eleven player and has started the four games so far in the season. He had caught Unai Emery's attention right from the pre-season tour. Former striker, … [Read more...]
Arsenal legend pleads with Emery on playing system
Since the arrival of Arsenal Manager, Unai Emery in the summer, club’s legends have continued to have their say on the new manager and what they expect of him. Emery arrived at the Emirates Stadium following the departure of former boss, Arsene Wenger, who was at the center stage of the club for 22 years. Wenger, despite leaving the club is currently the most successful manager the Arsenal has ever had and one will not expect any standard and result as less as it was from Emery. Upon his arrival, the former PSG manager introduced a playing … [Read more...]
How Arsenal failed to make Beckham’s children professional footballers
Arsenal is a club with its own history of youth football development, having made several players who passed through its academy to becoming star players. This seem not to have reflected in the case of the three sons of football legend, David Beckham Brooklyn, Romeo and Cruz. With their father having a successful career in football, playing for Manchester United, Real Madrid, AC Milan and Paris Saint-Germain, including wearing the England hand band, it was thoughtful of him to have shown them the way to be as successful as he is. In his … [Read more...]
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