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Arsenal Player Ratings: Real Madrid (N)
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Arsenal Player Ratings: Real Madrid (N)

Arsenal ended their pre-seaosn tour in America with a disappointing penalty shootout defeat to Real Madrid.  The Gunners were handed an early boost after Madrid defender Nacho Fernandez received his marching orders after just five minutes, with Arsenal taking full advantage of being a man up.  Alexandre Lacazette and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang put Unai Emery’s side 2-0 […]

Arsenal ‘serious’ over potential Kean deal – would he be a good signing?
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Arsenal ‘serious’ over potential Kean deal – would he be a good signing?

Arsenal and Everton are both keen on landing Juventus forward Moise Kean this summer – but would he be a good signing? According to Italian outlet Corriere dello Sport, relayed in an article by Sports Witness, the Gunners are ‘serious’ about the youngster, while Everton are still €10 million off the Serie A champions’ valuation. Juventus are holding out for […]

10 left-backs Arsenal could target after ending interest in Kieran Tierney
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10 left-backs Arsenal could target after ending interest in Kieran Tierney

Arsenal have reportedly ended their long-term pursuit of left-back Kieran Tierney.  The Gunners made three bids to Celtic for the highly-rated youngster, however, a deal couldn’t be agreed, with Arsenal unwilling to match the Hoops’ demands.  Celtic reportedly wanted the majority of a fee upfront, while the Gunners were holding out to pay in instalments.  […]

The Winners and Losers in Arsenal’s proposed deal for Dani Ceballos
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The Winners and Losers in Arsenal’s proposed deal for Dani Ceballos

Arsenal look set to secure the services of Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos this summer. The Spaniard has reportedly picked the Gunners over a move to rivals Tottenham Hotspur, with the youngster set to move to the Emirates on a season-long loan. Ceballos recently starred in Spain’s Under 21 European Championship triumph, playing in every […]

Arsenal to make third Tierney bid – time to meet Celtic’s demands?
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Arsenal to make third Tierney bid – time to meet Celtic’s demands?

Arsenal will make a third bid to Celtic for star defender Kieran Tierney this week – but should the Gunners now meet the Hoops’ demands? According to the Daily Record, Arsenal will make a third bid for the left-back, after the Scottish champions turned down the opening two offers.  The second rejected offer was reportedly worth […]

Arsenal keen on Kiev’s Shaparenko – would he be a good signing?
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Arsenal keen on Kiev’s Shaparenko – would he be a good signing?

Arsenal are thought to be tracking Dynamo Kiev midfielder Mykola Shaparenko – but would he be a good signing? According to Caught Offside, the Gunners, along with Chelsea, Manchester United and West Ham, are all keen on the 20-year-old after an impressive campaign last season.  The young Ukranian is regarded as a future star and excelled in […]

Tierney agrees Arsenal personal terms – a good move by the Gunners?
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Tierney agrees Arsenal personal terms – a good move by the Gunners?

Kieran Tierney has reportedly agreed personal terms with Arsenal ahead of a proposed summer switch – but is it a good move by the Gunners? According to Football Insider, the Scot has agreed to a five-year deal with Arsenal, which would see him triple his current £25,000-a-week wage.  The two sides are still in discussions over a […]

Arsenal Player Ratings: Bayern Munich (N)
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Arsenal Player Ratings: Bayern Munich (N)

Arsenal began their pre-season International Champions Cup campaign with a dramatic late 2-1 win over Bayern Munich.  Unai Emery fielded a strong team against the German champions, with the Gunners going ahead shortly after the interval after Bayern defender Louis Poznanski guided the ball into his own net.  The Bundesliga giants responded 20 minutes after initially going […]

Arsenal reject chance to re-sign Ismael Bennacer – is it a mistake?
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Arsenal reject chance to re-sign Ismael Bennacer – is it a mistake?

Arsenal have reportedly turned down the chance to re-sign midfielder Ismael Bennacer this summer – but is it a mistake? According to The Guardian, cited by The Mirror, the Gunners inserted a clause into his deal to Empoli three years ago which would allow them to match any bids that came in for the youngster. However, Arsenal officials […]

Alves keen on Premier League move – but will he pick Arsenal over City and Spurs?
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Alves keen on Premier League move – but will he pick Arsenal over City and Spurs?

Dani Alves is reportedly keen on a move to the Premier League this summer – but will the Brazilian pick Arsenal over Manchester City and Tottenham? According to reliable website Globo Esporte, cited by Sports Witness, the 36-year-old, who is currently a free agent following his departure from Paris Saint-Germain, is keen on moving to England.  […]