--- title: "Arsenal morning news round-up – 17th December 2019" canonical: "https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/17/arsenal-morning-news-round-up-17th-december-2019/" type: "post" language: "en-GB" author: "Read Everything" section: "Arsenal News" published: "2019-12-17T07:30:00Z" modified: "2019-12-17T07:30:00Z" --- # Arsenal morning news round-up – 17th December 2019 The news cycle surrounding Arsenal never stops and as such, it can be difficult to keep up to date with everything that’s going on. Therefore, we’ve rounded up everything you might have missed from yesterday into one place. * * * ### [Ljungberg hints that Lacazette could spend more time on the bench](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/ljungberg-hints-that-lacazette-could-spend-more-time-on-the-bench/) ![](https://media.readarsenal.com/readarsenal/2019/12/1194068720-300x300.jpg) Freddie Ljungberg has hinted that Alexandre Lacazette could struggle to win his place back in the Arsenal team. The Frenchman didn't start for the … [Read More](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/ljungberg-hints-that-lacazette-could-spend-more-time-on-the-bench/) * * * ### ["Get rid" – Arsenal fans slam Chambers after 'shocking' Man City display](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/get-rid-arsenal-fans-slam-chambers-after-shocking-man-city-display/) ![](https://media.readarsenal.com/readarsenal/2019/12/1190852159-4-300x300.jpg) Arsenal defender Calum Chambers came in for plenty of criticism from fans for his performance in the 3-0 defeat to Manchester City on Sunday. The … [Read More](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/get-rid-arsenal-fans-slam-chambers-after-shocking-man-city-display/) * * * ### ["It's happening" – Arsenal fans excited by Ornstein's unusual Monday column](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/its-happening-arsenal-fans-excited-by-ornsteins-unusual-monday-column/) ![](https://media.readarsenal.com/readarsenal/2019/12/1190668066-1-300x300.jpg) Some Arsenal fans are expecting the Gunners to make a big decision regarding the vacant managerial post over the coming days.\ That's because The … [Read More](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/its-happening-arsenal-fans-excited-by-ornsteins-unusual-monday-column/) * * * ### [Mikel Arteta is the leading candidate to become Arsenal's new manager](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/mikel-arteta-is-the-leading-candidate-to-become-arsenals-new-manager/) ![](https://media.readarsenal.com/readarsenal/2019/12/1191075501-3-scaled-300x300.jpg) Mikel Arteta is the leading candidate to become Arsenal's new manager, according to a report from Sky Sports.\ The club are apparently feeling the … [Read More](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/mikel-arteta-is-the-leading-candidate-to-become-arsenals-new-manager/) * * * ### [Arsenal fans are fuming as Spurs draw Leipzig in Champions League last 16](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/arsenal-fans-are-fuming-as-spurs-draw-leipzig-in-champions-league-last-16/) ![](https://media.readarsenal.com/readarsenal/2019/12/1193453817-300x300.jpg) Tottenham will take on RB Leipzig in the last 16 of the Champions League.\ Arsenal's North London rivals, now led by Jose Mourinho, avoided the likes … [Read More](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/arsenal-fans-are-fuming-as-spurs-draw-leipzig-in-champions-league-last-16/) * * * ### [Arsenal fans react as they draw Olympiacos in Europa League last-32](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/arsenal-fans-react-as-they-draw-olympiacos-in-europa-league-last-32/) ![](https://media.readarsenal.com/readarsenal/2019/12/1134920993-300x300.jpg) Arsenal fans have been quick to react after they drew Olympiacos in the Europa League last-32.\ The Gunners progressed as Group F winners and will now … [Read More](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/arsenal-fans-react-as-they-draw-olympiacos-in-europa-league-last-32/) * * * ### [Napoli launch opening Lucas Torreira offer](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/napoli-launch-opening-lucas-torreira-offer/) ![](https://media.readarsenal.com/readarsenal/2019/12/1194117173-1-300x300.jpg) Napoli have reportedly made an initial bid for Arsenal star Lucas Torreira, according to Italian outlet Gazzetta dello Sport, cited by the … [Read More](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/napoli-launch-opening-lucas-torreira-offer/) * * * ### [Arsenal fans slam club officials as managerial appointment drags on](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/arsenal-fans-slam-club-officials-as-managerial-appointment-drags-on/) ![](https://media.readarsenal.com/readarsenal/2019/12/1179332263-300x300.jpg) Plenty of Arsenal fans voiced their frustrations at club officials following the 3-0 defeat to Manchester City on Sunday.\ Freddie Ljungberg took … [Read More](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/arsenal-fans-slam-club-officials-as-managerial-appointment-drags-on/) * * * ### [Arteta set for final Arsenal meeting as he closes in on job](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/arteta-set-for-final-arsenal-meeting-as-he-closes-in-on-job/) ![](https://media.readarsenal.com/readarsenal/2019/12/1041297804-300x300.jpg) Mikel Arteta is set for a final meeting with Arsenal tonight as he closes in on landing the job to take over at The Emirates.\ According to The Daily … [Read More](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/arteta-set-for-final-arsenal-meeting-as-he-closes-in-on-job/) * * * ### [Arsenal fans react to Guendouzi's Manchester City performance](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/arsenal-fans-react-to-guendouzis-manchester-city-performance/) ![](https://media.readarsenal.com/readarsenal/2019/12/1191247468-2-300x300.jpg) Arsenal suffered a heavy defeat on Sunday as they were taken apart by Manchester City at The Emirates. Kevin De Bruyne put on a midfield masterclass … [Read More](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/arsenal-fans-react-to-guendouzis-manchester-city-performance/) * * * ### [Arsenal fans wishing for Ramsey return after Sarri refuses to use him again](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/arsenal-fans-wishing-for-ramsey-return-after-sarri-refuses-to-use-him-again/) ![](https://media.readarsenal.com/readarsenal/2019/12/1178601725-300x300.jpg) Plenty of Arsenal fans have begged the club to bring former midfielder Aaron Ramsey back to the Emirates for the second half of the season.\ The … [Read More](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/arsenal-fans-wishing-for-ramsey-return-after-sarri-refuses-to-use-him-again/) * * * ### [Arsenal fans desperate for Partey signing following City defeat](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/arsenal-fans-desperate-for-partey-signing-following-city-defeat/) ![](https://media.readarsenal.com/readarsenal/2019/12/1193962833-300x300.jpg) Arsenal were linked with Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey over the summer.\ However, the Gunners decided against bringing the Ghanaian to the … [Read More](https://readarsenal.com/2019/12/16/arsenal-fans-desperate-for-partey-signing-following-city-defeat/) * * * For more stories similar to those above, visit the [Read Arsenal homepage](https://readarsenal.com/). 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