The period Arsenal left fullback Nacho Monreal was missing in action, it went as long as affecting the team and most importantly ending the winning run of the North London side. This was a pain in the heart of the Arsenal family which includes the fans and the management and there have been plans to ensure it does not repeat itself by having a good cover for the Spanish player. Ajax fullback Nicolas Taqliafico has, therefore, been identified as a suitable replacement for Monreal because of his quality and trait which match the demands of the … [Read more...]
Emery reveals situation with Arsenal players ahead of Liverpool class
Arsenal boss Unai Emery has revealed the mood of the players ahead of the Saturday clash against Liverpool. According to him, the players are in good mood and are excited ahead of the game which is to him is more important. The Spanish manager therefore dismissed concerns of injury worries ahead of the game as he remains optimistic that his side will file out with 11 men in the game. The former PSG manager hinted on being unsure about the availability of a natural left back and a right full back owing to the injuries suffered by Nacho … [Read more...]
Why Unai Emery has reasons to smile ahead of Liverpool clash
One of the biggest worries of Arsenal manager Unai Emery has been how to solve the crisis at the left full-back with the absence of Nacho Monreal and Sead Kolasinac. Aside from struggling in the last two games at the position, the absence of the two options in the left full-back had cost the team their winning run as it was forced to end at 11. The Spanish manager has been forced to play Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka in that position which he did not only struggle but his absence in the middle exposed the team a lot. Martin Keown names … [Read more...]
Why Arsenal fans need not worry ahead of Liverpool clash
Arsenal fans have got reasons to smile again ahead of the team’s Premier League clash against Liverpool at the weekend. Manager Unai Emery has been forced to make some gamble in his selections in the last two games by playing midfielder Granit Xhaka in the left fullback position and that has made the defence more unstable. The 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace which ended Arsenal’s winning run was attributed to the fact that Xhaka was not in his original position as he committed one of the fouls that led to the penalty. All of these have been … [Read more...]
No reasons to be happy, Xhaka
Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka has stated that he has no reason to be happy despite scoring in the Premier League clash against Crystal Palace which ended in a 2-2 draw. Xhaka scored a screamer, the first goal for Arsenal before it was complemented by striker Pierre Emerick Aubameyang but the goals refused to count over his tactical error that ensured a penalty against his side. The Swiss international has been drafted to the left full back for the last two games over the lack of options in the position after the layoff of Spanish Player … [Read more...]
Why Leicester win was difficult, Emery
Arsenal manager Unia Emery has admitted that his side’s 3-1 win against Leicester City was quite difficult. Arsenal came from a goal down to secure a convincing win, all thanks to goals from Mesut Ozil and Pierre Emerick- Aubameyang. In his post-match reaction, Emery said some of the key players were injured which forced others to play certain roles they were not used to, citing the unavailability of Nacho Monreal and Sead Kolasinac, forcing Granit Xhaka to play in the left-back position in the final hour of the game. Emery who explains his … [Read more...]
Why Sead Kolasinac should be worried about Arsenal’s new interest
Arsenal signed Sead Kolasinac on a free transfer in 2017 from Schalke FC and at first he had looked like one of the Gunners best signings, however, the Bosnia international has picked up numerous injuries that have made him quiet at the Emirate stadium. His limited playing chances made Nacho Monreal ahead of him at the Emirates Stadium. And so far Monreal has turned out to become one of Arsenal's most consistent players. Chelsea to loan out 25-year-old striker to West Ham in January However, Nacho Monreal is getting old (he is 32 years … [Read more...]
Unai Emery turns attention to another Liverpool star
Arsenal manager Unai Emery seems to have turned attention to Liverpool defender Alberto Moreno who will serve as a replacement for Nacho Monreal. The Spanish manager is keen on more additions to his side and he is monitoring the situation at Liverpool knowing that Moreno’s contract is running into his last months at the Anfield and he is yet to be handed a new deal. There are also indications that the left back has no intention to remain at the club, hence a move seems to be on the table. Moreno has been overtaken at the position by Andy … [Read more...]
Why Europa League is a must win affair for Arsenal
Arsenal will continue their run in this season’s Europa League against Qarabag on Thursday night having secured a win in their first game. Suggestions are that the Europa League this season is a must win for the North London side and some players have started making their claims known on it. Nacho Monreal who claimed to have been wounded by his side’s inability to win the European tournament last season said the wound must be healed this season by settling for the title. Monreal’s hope of winning it last season was cut short in the … [Read more...]
Carabao Cup: Phil Thompson list five players that should start for Liverpool tonight
The Carabao League is considered by many a not so important tournament and is meant for clubs upcoming talents to shine in one or two games - meant for unused players to start for their respective English football club. The Carabao League third round will be played tonight as Liverpool will be hosting Chelsea at Anfield, they meet for the first time since the commencement of this season. However, Liverpool former player, Phil Thompson believes it is about time that Jurgen Klopp gives some of the Reds unused players a chance to play real … [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...]