It is understood that North London outfit Arsenal will not mind to part ways with defender Laurent Koscielny in this summer transfer window but it must happen for the right fee. Gunners boss Unai Emery is obviously not satisfied with the performance of the Arsenal captain and will seek to have him replaced. Aside from the fact that Laurent Koscielny was absent for the North London outfit in the start of the season due to an injury he sustained, the Gunners defence was very poor as they conceded 59 goals which is not acceptable for a club that … [Read more...]
2 likely destinations of Laurent Koscielny
There are fears that North London outfit Arsenal will part ways with their star Defender Laurent Koscielny in this summer transfer window. The just-concluded season was not a palatable one for the Gunners as they conceded about 50 goals in English Premier League which is not a thing to boast of. Manager Unai Emery, therefore, has his attention on the defence as he moves into the summer transfer window. West Ham vs Arsenal : Good news for Emery as six players return to full fitness Revealed! The €30m-rated star that will replace Ramsey … [Read more...]
Sadly, Emery’s overhaul will affect this “impressive” player
Arsenal boss Unai Emery is keen to have a total overall of his team and it is expected to begin with his defence. Already, it has been announced that Stephan Lichtsteiner would be leaving the Emirates Stadium in this summer transfer window after seeing out his contract while Shkodran Mustafi and Nacho Monreal are on their way. It is therefore sad to learn that Arsenal's most impressive defender and skipper Laurent Koscielny could be affected in the shake up as Unai Emery is unhappy with the line up. The Gunners defence conceded a total of … [Read more...]
23-year-old defensive beast is still the answer?
It has been suggested that the interest by the north London outfit Arsenal in the signature of Spanish La Liga outfit Espanyol defender Mario Hermoso during the summer transfer window should be taken seriously. The Gunners team conceded well over 50 goals in the course of the just concluded season which raises concerns over their ability to hold on to win a title. This has been identified by manager Unai Emery which is why he is making an attempt to secure the signature of the La Liga star but he has been advised to move in for the deal … [Read more...]
Deal On: agent speaks on Laurent Koscielny’s Arsenal future
Laurent Koscielny has arguably been the best defender at the North London outfit Arsenal over the years but there are concerns that it could come to an end with his contract with the club set to run out as soon as the season ends. The France international had returned to action at the end of last year following his Achilles injury but his presence is already making big difference. While the Gunners team have got the option of extending his stay at the club until after coming season, Laurent Koscielny's agent has stated that a decision on his … [Read more...]
Arsenal have THIS worry ahead of Europa clash
The North London have a major worry ahead of their Europa League quarter finals clash against Italia Serie A outfit Napoli as they are battling with the fitness of Laurent Koscielny. The worries have been made so intense because of the need to win the game but the presence of Sokratis who was shown a yellow card in the first half of the game against Everton would help bring relief. The Europa League is the only chance the North London outfit have got to secure a title this season and earn an automatic qualification to the Champions League next … [Read more...]
Emery turns attention to La Liga defender
Arsenal manager Unai Emery is reported to have turned his attention to La Liga outfit Getafe defender Djene Dakonam ahead of the coming summer transfer window. The North London outfit boss has been interested in the star defender for a long time which is the reason why he embarked on a scouting journey to watch the star player in their goalless draw against Valencia on Sunday. The Gunners and Barcelona had submitted formal offers for Djene Dakonam in the last summer transfer window and they are set to battle again in this coming window with … [Read more...]
Koscielny reveals weak point of former boss Arsene Wenger
North London outfit Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny has revealed a weak point by his fellow countryman and former boss Arsene Wenger which has been exposed and done properly by the new manager Unai Emery. The Frenchman bid goodbye to the Emirates Stadium at the end of last season after a 22-year-reign and was immediately replaced by Spanish boss Unai Emery from French Ligue 1 outfit Paros Saint Germain. Since taking over at the club, the Spanish boss has been able to return the club back to winning ways and most importantly, he has handed … [Read more...]
How Chelsea Recovered From Poor Form Revealed
Chelsea forward Pedro Rodriguez has narrated how the Blues recovered from their recent slump in form. The Spaniard talked about Chelsea and how they have been able to recover from their poor form in an interview with Sky Sports. According to him, Chelsea players decided that enough is enough before adding that they had a meeting to address the slump. Chelsea started the year with three successive defeats away from home in the Premier League including the 6-0 thrashing handed out to Blues' manager Maurizio Sarri and his players by league … [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 … [Read more...]
How these two players have added to Emery’s Arsenal woes
English Premier League outfit Arsenal will be heading out to Belarus for their first leg of the Europa League knockout clash against BATE Borisov later today ad they are expected to secure a win if they must cross to the next stage. Sky Sports pundit Charlie Nicholas has that a lot to say ahead of the game as he said there is a need to show compassion to the North London boss Unai Emery for the stress he is made to pass through as a result of his two central defenders. According to Charlie Nicholas, the Spanish boss has been made to pass … [Read more...]
Why Arsenal are likely to dump winter transfer market
There are fears that English Premier League side Arsenal might dump the winter transfer market and not do any deal again after latest reports of the availability of more players from injury. On Wednesday, the club announced the return of six players from injury with five of them being defenders which means they may no longer see any need for new additions in the defence. It is not news that the Gunners were not interested in this winter window earlier on but were forced as a result of the long injury list that made them short in the … [Read more...]
Unai Emery identifies Arsenal problem ahead of January transfer
Folioing the painful 5-1 defeat, North London manager Unai Emery is reported to have identified his side’s problem ahead of the January transfer window which would be opened tomorrow Tuesday. The defeat is the worst the Spanish boss suffered since taking over from former manager Arsene Wenger in the summer and that has got him reflecting. However, Daily Mail reports that the Gunners boss has identified a lapse in his midfield and wants the club to do all it takes to land a world class midfielder who will also serve as a replacement for … [Read more...]
Thierry Henry keen on Arsenal defender
Former Arsenal striker Thierry Henry who is now the head coach of French Ligue 1Monco is keen to have Gunners captain Laurent Koscielny join his side in the winter transfer window. The Les Monégasques are battling with poor performances with the weakness of the team pointed at the defence line which makes the club turn their attention to Laurent Koscielny. Monaco are hopeful that they can strike a deal for Laurent Koscielny owing to the fact that he is already getting old and struggling with consistency which might force Arsenal into wanting … [Read more...]
Predicted Arsenal lineup Vs Brighton
It is another Boxing Day fixture for the North London side and they will be travelling away from home to face Brighton and Hove Albion at the Amex Stadium on Wednesday for a Premier League fixture. For Arsenal, the race for the top four finish has just begun knowing the history of the club when it comes to the Christmas period. However, there is a bid by manager Unai Emery to change the narrative of a weak Arsenal during the December/January period which is expected to begin with this week’s fixture. We therefore take a prediction of what … [Read more...]
Thierry Henry turns attention to Arsenal, Chelsea for defensive crisis
Head coach of the French Ligue 1 outfit Monaco and former Arsenal striker Thierry Henry is reported to be seeking for solution for his defensive crisis at his former side and the West London club Chelsea. Thierry Henry has lost a number of games since taking charge at the Ligue 1 side and has pointed to his defence as the loophole in the team which must be well handed. This makes him turn his attention to Chelsea defender Gary Cahill who is reported to be on his way out of the Stamford Bridge. United make big decision on Paul … [Read more...]
Arsenal starting XI prediction against Qarabag
English Premier League side Arsenal have been unbeaten in their last 21 games across all competitions which they will hope it is stretched again to 22 after their home clash against Qarabag FX later on Thursday evening at the Emirates Stadium. A qualification to the next round is already confirmed for the North London side and that will be happening as the group leaders after an unbeaten run in the competition as well. Gunners boss Unai Emery has got a number of options to play within the team but that cannot be said of the defence department … [Read more...]
Finally, Arsenal to have star man in action at the Emirates Stadium
The wait might be finally over for Arsenal central defender Laurent Koscielny as he will finally return to action after months of sideline. This was revealed by manager Unai Emery who hinted that the Gunners captain may finally have his debut for this season in the Europa League game on Thursday against Qarabag. It will no doubt be a memorable return for the French star knowing that he last played a game for the Gunners in a Europa League game last season when former manager Arsene Wenger led the team to the semi-final against Atletico Madrid … [Read more...]
Unai Emery to find defensive solution in £10m target
Arsenal manager Unai Emery is believed to have found his defensive solution in Spanish La Liga outfit Real Valladolid defender Fernando Calero, according to reports. The Spanish boss is, therefore, making efforts to ensure Fernando Calero' signature in the winter transfer window which reopens in the coming weeks. With Rob Holding already sidelined for the rest of the season as a result of the knee injury he sustained in the 2-2 draw with Manchester United and Konstantinos Mavropanos also sidelined alongside French international Laurent … [Read more...]
Arsenal to sign £20m-rated German defender
Arsenal are expected to sign Hanover 96 defender Waldemar Anton in New Year once the transfer window reopens having shown a keen interest in him. The central defender has got pace, strength and good aerial foresight which will make him a good addition to the North London who are desperate to sign a central defender. Gunners are already planning for life after Laurent Koscielny who is believed to be muting a move away from the Emirates Stadium in addition to the fact that he is ageing and might not be able to play like his youthful days. The … [Read more...]
Big claim made on Arsenal’s Laurent Koscielny
A big claim has been made on Arsenal star defender Laurent Koscielny as he returns from injury which he sustained before the start of the season. Laurent Koscielny has not seen any game under new manager Unai Emery as a result of the sideline and from emerging reports; he is back and ready to play again. If reports in the English press are anything to go by, Then the French defender will be in line for Arsenal’s Premier League clash against Bournemouth to mark his season debut. It was earlier reported that Laurent Koscielny was back and had … [Read more...]
Why Mesut Ozil will be unstoppable ahead of Liverpool game
Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny has stated that teammate Mesut Ozil is unstoppable ahead of the clash against Liverpool on Saturday evening at the Emirates Stadium. Koscielny refers to the form displayed by the German international boasting that should the former Real Madrid fine the same rhythm on Saturday, he will ensure the defeat of the Reds. Ozil has been praised to be a quality player who has the qualities of the world best but has been limited by his lack of consistency in big games. Confirmed! Changes made to Liverpool … [Read more...]
Arsenal ready to give Barcelona their wish
Arsenal are reportedly ready to give Barcelona their wish by allowing Laurent Koscielny join the Spanish giants in the January window. The Spanish giants are reportedly seeking for the player who is currently on the sideline because of their not-too-many options at the back. Reports according to Team Talk says the North London side are ready to do business so as to cash in on the player especially now that they have got enough options with new signing, Sokratis Papastathopolus, Rob Holding and Shkodran Mustafi all doing a good job in the … [Read more...]
Emery hands hope on Arsenal star defender
Arsenal manager Unai Emery has given a good news about club captain Laurent Koscielny who has been injured and has yet to see any game under the new manager. The French man who has been away as a result of the Achilles tendon injury he sustained last season is reported to be back in full training by the Spanish manager. Emery who noted the player’s importance to the team said he has been missed as the captain and will be joining the team in full training. However, the former PSG boss added that the Koscielny will not be available for … [Read more...]
Didier Deschamps replies Arsenal’s Koscielny
France head coach Didier Deschamps has replied Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny for claiming that he was not given the needed support and care when he was injured. Koscielny had announced his retirement from international duty after seeing two Euros Cup and a World Cup for the reigning champions. The Gunners defender was left out of the World Cup where France had emerged winner in July due to the injury that has kept him away from playing. Koscielny who could not hide his feelings, alleged how he was abandoned by the team’s coach and … [Read more...]