There are already concerns over the non-appearance of new Arsenal signing, Bernd Leno as his wait for a debut still lengthens. Arsenal captured Leno from Bayer Leverkusen in the summer for a fee of £22m but has yet to see a competitive action so far in this season. Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown feels it will be difficult for Leno to replace Petr Cech in goal at the moment, due to his form. Although, the new pattern of play under Unai Emery which allows a build-up of an attack but his saves also and his experience gives him an edge over the new goalkeeper. The former Chelsea goalkeeper has conceded eight goals in four games, without a clean sheet yet but Keown thinks Leno might still have to wait. Responding to a question in a Q&A for the … [Read more...]
EPL: Club Manager threatens Arsenal with latest report
Newcastle manager, Rafa Benitez has delivered an update that has seemed to be a threat to their coming opponent, Arsenal. Benitez's side return to action on September 15 when Arsenal visit St James's Park and has disclosed the return of some of his stars who could help his side pose a better challenge in the game With his update on the return of Jonjo Shelvey and Matt Ritchie for the encounter, Benitez hopes to have his first convincing win of the season. Midfielder Shelvey has been missed in the team with a thigh problem, while winger Ritchie has sat out two fixtures with a knee injury. The absence of both players is believed to have contributed to the club’s poor start. The former Liverpool manager is delighted with the international break as he stated … [Read more...]
Good news for Arsenal as player returns after 16-month sideline
A long wait it has been for both Arsenal fans to see their promising player, Gedion Zelalem return from injury after 16-month of nursing a horror knee injury. His performances as a 16-year-old during the pre-season tour to Asia in 2013 would be one to remember of the lad by the Gunners. He was tipped to be the next Cesc Fabregas with his brilliance on the ball and his clear-cut passes. But it is unsure if that will still be seen in Arsenal or another club. This feat handed him his senior debut for Arsenal in an FA Cup match against Coventry City in 2014, and also feature in a Champions League match later that year before joining Rangers on loan in August 2015. This is because the young lad is reported to be leaving the club anytime soon as he not in the … [Read more...]
How Arsene Wenger ended my Real Madrid career, legend
Arsenal legend Robert Pires said he would have had a football career at Real Madrid but it failed to happen because of former manager, Arsene Wenger. Pires joined Arsenal from Marseille 18 years ago admitted to have been pictured to have been wearing a Real Madrid shirt before meeting the Frenchman. He said a call he made to Wenger two days after some journalist took a picture of him amidst interest from Madrid was all that convinced him to England. Although, he disclosed that his decision to snub Madrid was an uncomfortable one for those around him at that time but he ended up not regretting his decision. He praised the quality of the French manager, adding that he was lucky to have played under him, winning four trophies and reached a Champions League … [Read more...]
Arsenal midfielder points out club’s great in success story
Matteo Guendouzi has identified himself with Arsenal greats and has linked his success at the club to the players. The youngster who was celebrating his first month of action in the Premier League said his rise can be traced to watching videos of Patrick Vieira and Thierry Henry when he was younger. He observed that he has learnt a lot from the Arsenal legends which is now playing out at the club window as a player for the future but his convincing performance, especially in the pre-season, caught Unai Emery’s attention who is now left with no choice than to start the player. His settlement and blend into the team is an unusual one as he began training with the team immediately after penning a deal at the Emirates. The French youngster has now started all … [Read more...]
Why Emery might not stay as long as Wenger
While some Arsenal fans might hold the opinion that it is too early to call, manager Unai Emery's job is already being linked away. Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has named former Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez as the man who should have the Gunners job as he is not convinced about Emery's ability to succeed at the Emirates Stadium. Carragher questioned the Arsenal owners for not considering Benitez while looking for a replacement for Arsene Wenger who left the club last season after a 22-year reign. Emery is currently having his first spell at Arsenal and his first test of the English Premier League which has been perceived as the most challenging of all other leagues in Europe while Benitez is currently in charge of Newcastle United. Arsenal's legend … [Read more...]
Surprise, Arsene Wenger still seen in Arsenal
Although he has resigned from being in charge of the club, former Arsenal star Paul Merson says he still sees the Arsene Wenger spirit and attitude in the current team under Unai Emery. In his opinion, nothing has changed so far as the lack of force and intensity, same as was witnessed in the Wenger era is still in full course. This is coming after Emery vowed to improve the force of the players and has put in place the pressing style of football. This has obviously not been noticed by the former Gunners. He backed up his claim by citing the inconsistency in performance and leaky defence which are yet to be solved by the new manager. What Chelsea 23-year-old loan player said about returning to Stamford Bridge He claims not to have noticed the presence … [Read more...]