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Arsenal gossip: Gunners offered French wunderkind and Benzema alternative targeted

August 15, 2015August 15, 2015 Steve Green

Saturday’s biggest Arsenal news and transfer gossip. Alan Pardew believes Arsene Wenger regrets not signing French midfielder Yohan Cabaye and says the 29-year-old would walk into Arsenal’s midfield, the Metro reports. Crystal Palace welcome Arsenal to Selhurst Park tomorrow afternoon with pressure on the Gunners to earn their first points of the season. Arsene Wenger believes “hyperactive” Alexis Sanchez’s incredible appetite to train and play should be the norm for footballers, the Daily Mirror reports. All-action Sanchez came on as a sub in the Gunners’ opening day defeat to West…

Arsenal gossip: Striker set for Italian departure and Wenger welcomes star man back

August 14, 2015 Steve Green

Friday’s biggest Arsenal news and transfer gossip. Joel Campbell is reportedly close to sealing a transfer to Serie A side Palermo after the club’s president jetted into London for talks with the Arsenal striker, the Metro reports. The Costa Rica forward has failed to establish himself in Arsene Wenger’s side after joining the club in 2011 and spent the second half of last season on loan at Villarreal. Danny Welbeck is still at least three weeks away from a return for Arsenal after a frustrating battle with a knee injury…

Arsenal rumours: Benzema reportedly in town for medical while Bundesliga raid planned

August 10, 2015 Jordan Harris

Here is Monday’s news and rumours concerning Arsenal: Karim Benzema’s possible move to Arsenal is reportedly on the verge of happening, according to Venezuelan presenter and Real Madrid fan Jeinny Lizarazo, the Metro report. Lizarazo claimed that the Frenchman was set to arrive in London for a medical. Arsene Wenger is also reportedly lining up a move to sign World Cup winning pair Mario Gotze and Julian Draxler, according to the Metro. The pair have both been linked with Juventus, but could yet end up at the Emirates. However, Wenger has…

Alexis Sanchez pictured training on Emirates pitch AFTER Arsenal’s defeat to West Ham

August 10, 2015 Jordan Harris

Given the anticipation surrounding the Emirates yesterday, there is little question that Arsenal’s defeat to West Ham was an embarrassment. But, Alexis Sanchez is clearly keen to ensure that it does not happen again. The Chilean enjoyed a marvellous first season in north London, so it was little surprise that, despite only returning to pre-season a few days ago following his country’s success in the Copa America (via Metro), Arsene Wenger decided to throw him on when the game against the Hammers looked lost. While the former Barcelona man showed…

Arsenal v West Ham confirmed line-ups: Petr Cech to make Premier League debut for Gunners

August 9, 2015 Jordan Harris

Community Shield winners Arsenal kick-off their new Premier League campaign against the team that were the first ever away side to leave the Emirates Stadium with three points. The big – but unsurprising – news is that Petr Cech will make his first league start for the Gunners. The other big news coming from the north London side is that Arsene Wenger has decided to start with Olivier Giroud up front, while Theo Walcott is left on the bench. Wenger is without two key men for the clash against the Hammers, with Jack…

Arsenal vs West Ham Premier League preview: Sanchez and Wilshere sit out

August 9, 2015August 8, 2015 Stephen Donovan

Hopes are high at Arsenal as they kick-off their attempts to win the league for the first time in 12 years by hosting London rivals West Ham United on Sunday. It looks like it is going to be another great season. Check out the latest Premier League odds and make your predictions. After a superb second half to last season, ending with a second successive FA Cup triumph, Arsenal enter 2015-16 with great optimism. They have already overcome the hurdle of facing defending champions Chelsea in the Community Shield, defeating the Blues…

Arsenal gossip: Benzema deal still ON despite Wenger comments and Gotze deal a ‘possibility’

August 7, 2015August 7, 2015 Steve Green

Friday’s biggest Arsenal news and transfer rumour roundup. Arsenal are still confident of signing Real Madrid’s Karim Benzema, 27, despite Gunners boss Arsene Wenger dismissing the move, the Daily Star reports. Wenger is known for keeping his cards close to his chest in regards to transfers, and could be playing coy ahead of one of the biggest transfer deals in their history. Mario Gotze’s agent has admitted he could leave Bayern Munich this summer if a good offer comes in, the Daily Express reports. Arsenal have been heavily linked with…

Arsene Wenger confirms Alexis Sanchez will make Arsenal return vs Liverpool

August 7, 2015 Steve Green

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has said that star forward Alexis Sanchez will return to the first team in 10 days, the Daily Express reports. The Chilean international was given an extended break by the Gunners boss following his exertions with his country at the Copa America earlier in the summer. Sanchez returned to pre-season training for the first time this week, but it is thought that Sunday’s clash with West Ham United will come too soon for him to jump straight back into the action. Speaking at his annual pre-game…

Arsenal 2015/16 season preview: Can Wenger fire his Gunners to victory despite minimal transfer activity

August 7, 2015August 5, 2015 Steve Green

Arsenal fans have been vocal on social media platforms that this will be their year. But looking deeper into it, is that actually the case, or are they getting over confident without much to back it up? Find out in our season preview below. Transfer business So far, the Gunners have only brought in Petr Cech to help bolster their first team. Their activity may be sparse so far, but in Cech they have bought a player to bring some much needed stability to what had been considered as a…

Arsene Wenger says Alexis Sanchez could make Arsenal appearance this weekend

August 6, 2015 Steve Green

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has told the club’s official website that star forward Alexis Sanchez could make an appearance in this weekend’s Premier League opener against West Ham. Wenger gave fitness updates on a number of his players, including striker Danny Welbeck and veteran midfielder Tomas Rosicky, who will both miss out on this weekend’s clash. However, Wenger gave some slightly brighter news on the status of Sanchez. Despite only returning to training this week following his exertions with his country in the Copa America, he revealed that Sanchez does…

Alexis Sanchez forced to delay Arsenal return over visa problems

August 4, 2015 Steve Green

Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez has seen his return to the club for pre-season training delayed as he was forced to spend Monday night in Paris as he waited for his new visa to be processed, the Daily Express reports. The Chilean international had been enjoying an extended break following his exploits at the Copa America in his homeland, where he helped crown Chile as South American champions. He had been due to report back to Arsenal this week, though he was expected to miss next week’s curtain raiser against West…

Arsenal gossip: Real Madrid expect Karim Benzema to go, but Jack Wilshere suffers ANOTHER injury setback

August 4, 2015August 4, 2015 Jordan Harris

Here is Tuesday’s news and gossip concerning Arsenal: Real Madrid expect Karim Benzema to leave the Bernabeu and join Arsenal this summer, according to the Metro. The two clubs are reportedly in talks about a £45.8m move for the Frenchman. However, Arsene Wenger is set to begin the new campaign without Jack Wilshere, after the Daily Express reported that the midfielder could be out for at least a month with another ankle injury. That would mean that he also misses England’s Euro 2016 qualifiers against San Marino and Switzerland. The…

Arsenal could have Alexis Sanchez back in time for second game of the season

July 15, 2015 Steve Green

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has praised the fitness of star player Alexis Sanchez by claiming that he could be in line for a return in time for the second game of the season, the Daily Star reports. The Chilean was tipped to miss out the early part of the action until September as he rests up following his success at this summer’s Copa America. However, though he has missed the club’s pre-season trip to Singapore, Wenger has revealed that he has stepped up the playmaker’s return ahead of schedule. “Alexis…

Arsenal gossip: Benzema bid planned, but key man to MISS start of the season

July 14, 2015July 14, 2015 Jordan Harris

Here is Tuesday’s news and gossip concerning Arsenal: READ MORE: Arsenal News and Gossip Arsenal midfielder out for FIVE WEEKS with knee injury Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger insists Mesut Ozil is going nowhere this summmer The Gunners are preparing to make a stunning £35m bid for Real Madrid Karim Benzema, according to the Daily Express. The Frenchman may be forced to consider his future at the Bernabeu, with new manager Rafael Benitez set to play Cristiano Ronaldo in the central striker role. However, a bid may not be on the…

Five players NOT TO BUY in your Premier League fantasy teams this summer: Stay away from Arsenal star!

July 9, 2015July 9, 2015 Steve Green

With the world of Premier League fantasy football soon to be springing into life, we thought we’d get the jump on the others to give you some advice on who NOT to sign in your team this summer. We’re not saying don’t ever sign these five names, but this summer, for reasons we’ll explain, they’re best off avoided… Alexis Sanchez – Arsenal Sanchez may have enjoyed a strong debut season at the Emirates last year, and is widely expected to do so again in 2015/16. However, following a year of…

Arsenal gossip: SHOCK Di Maria deal targeted and Toffees eye goalkeeper move

July 8, 2015 Steve Green

Wednesday’s biggest Arsenal news and transfer gossip. Arsenal are interested in signing Angel Di Maria from Manchester United in a shock deal, according to the Metro. Di Maria has been told he can leave United this summer if he wants, with Louis van Gaal happy to cash in on his £59.7million record signing. Arsene Wenger wants to make Mesut Ozil his perfect 10 next season, the Daily Mirror reports. German midfielder Ozil showed his true potential during Arsenal’s run-in to the 2014-15 campaign, when he was played in his preferred…

Arsenal gossip: Sanchez to miss season opener and Arteta pens new deal

July 7, 2015 Steve Green

Tuesday’s biggest Arsenal news and transfer rumours. Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez, 26, will miss the start of the new season after helping Chile to win Copa America, the Daily Telegraph reports. The end of the Copa America caps off a year of non-stop football for the former Barcelona man. Arsenal captain Mikel Arteta, 33, has finally signed a one-year contract – months after the Spanish midfielder verbally agreed a deal with the Gunners, the Daily Mirror reports. The veteran midfield star saw his campaign last season curtailed by a series…

Alexis Sanchez set to miss the start of Arsenal’s season after Copa America heroics

July 7, 2015 Steve Green

Arsenal will be without star playmaker Alexis Sanchez for the start of the 2015/16 season as he will be given extra time off after helping Chile to Copa America glory, The Telegraph reports. READ MORE: Arsenal News Arsenal considering £42.7m bid for Napoli star Arsenal legend slams Mesut Ozil: He goes missing too often The majority of Arsenal’s stars are due to report back for the start of pre-season training later this week, but Sanchez has been handed a three week reprieve after featuring in all six of his country’s…

Arsenal gossip: MASSIVE swap deal ON and Schneiderlin chooses Gunners

July 5, 2015 Steve Green

Sunday’s biggest Arsenal news and transfer rumours. Arsenal are reportedly considering swapping Santi Cazorla to seal the transfer of Atletico Madrid’s Arda Turan, according to the Metro. The Spanish outfit are weighing up a move for former their player Cazorla in a deal which could include fellow midfielder Turan. Lukas Podolski has completed his move from Arsenal to Turkish champions Galatasaray, the Daily Express reports. Arsenal will receive an initial fee of £1.8million that could rise depending on Galatasaray’s success in the Champions League. Alexis Sánchez struck the decisive penalty…

(Video) Arsenal’s Alexis Sanchez WON the Copa America with tense penalty finale

July 5, 2015 Steve Green

It’s been a good year for Arsenal star Alexis Sanchez. First he established himself as one of the most exciting talents in world football at last summer’s World Cup, then he lifted the FA Cup during his first season in English football and on Saturday night he rounded off the hat trick by firing in the penalty to win the Copa America on home soil. Taking on the favourites Argentina, the game ended goalless after 120 minutes of regular and extra time, sending the game to a tense finale in…

(Video) Arsenal’s Alexis Sanchez DESTROYS Peru with INSANE assist

June 30, 2015 Steve Green

Arsenal’s Alexis Sanchez is apparently not intending to let his phenomenal form of the 2014/15 season drop just yet, as his performances have helped book Chile into the Copa America final with a win over neighbours Peru. READ MORE: Arsenal News and Gossip DONE DEAL: Petr Cech SIGNS for Arsenal Arsenal offered Lyon star forward but must pay £21m And he helped out with an outrageous assist for teammate Eduardo Vargas to find the net and put the hosts through by winning 2-1. Sanchez received the ball just outside the…

Five best Arsenal signings under Arsene Wenger as Petr Cech completes Emirates switch

June 29, 2015 Jordan Harris

Petr Cech‘s long-awaited move to Arsenal has been completed today (via BBC Sport), and Gunners fans will be hoping that his arrival coincides with a new era of success, as while they have won the last two FA Cups, the big prize of the Premier League title continues to elude them after 11 years. READ MORE: Arsenal News and Gossip DONE DEAL: Petr Cech SIGNS for Arsenal Arsenal offered Lyon star forward but must pay £21m In honour of the success that Arsenal fans will be hoping the 33-year-old can…

Arturo Vidal SIGNS five-year deal with Arsenal according to reports

June 28, 2015 Jordan Harris

Arturo Vidal will be an Arsenal player next season, after the journalist that first reported that the Gunners were interested in Alexis Sanchez a year ago, reportedly told Chilean radio that he had completed his move to the Emirates. READ MORE: Arsenal Transfer News Arsenal star gets himself a new girlfriend and she’s a stone cold stunner! Arsenal launch £13m move for Manchester United defensive target According to the Metro, Hernan Feler – who works for DirecTV – reportedly confirmed that the deal would see the Juventus midfielder sign a…

Arsenal’s Alexis Sanchez sweet talks international colleague in £21.3m move

June 25, 2015 Steve Green

Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez has apparently talked international teammate Arturo Vidal into thinking that a move to the club this summer would be a good idea, according to the Metro. READ MORE: Real Madrid launch £21m bid for Laurent Koscielny (Images) New Arsenal 2015/16 training gear Arsenal outcast BEGS with club to lower asking price to allow him to leave The Gunners will now ramp up their interest in the Juventus midfielder after their own Chilean star has spent a considerable amount of time smooth talking his friend into joining…

FIFA 16: Arsenal stars in line for a ratings increase

June 24, 2015June 23, 2015 Steve Green

The wait for a new FIFA title is always agonising. Those that were given moderate ratings at the release of FIFA 15, but performed well above their station over the course of the campaign, will be in line for a boost in the new incarnation. READ MORE: Arsenal News and Gossip Arsenal’s best XI last season Eight huge transfers set to go ahead this summer including Arsenal target However, whether they get them or not remains to be seen. So, for the meantime, we’re predicting who’s going up in the…