1 month ago
Liverpool's season hinges on Alexander Isak remembering he is Alexander Isak.
During his time at Newcastle United, he struck 20+ goals in back-to-back seasons and regularly dominated the likes of Virgil van Dijk, Gabriel and William Saliba. He was, after Erling Haaland, the most feared striker in the English top-flight.
For the Reds, however, he's yet to show that version of himself. Injuries disrupted his debut season on Merseyside while he's failed to really impose himself on either of the two opening games this term. He did, however, find the back of the net against Nottingham Forest, tapping home a Cody Gakpo cross.
While the Liverpool No9 may have the highest Non-Penalty Expected Goals total in the Premier League this term, the data doesn't reveal all. A significant chunk of that was tied to a double chance against Newcastle, when the ball almost ricocheted off of his head twice in quick succession. It went down as two, high value chances, and skews the overall total.
He finished well against Forest but outside of that he's been anonymous. And this is a bit of a problem for Liverpool right now with Hugo Ekitike out until the New Year with an Achilles issue.
#forest #however
During his time at Newcastle United, he struck 20+ goals in back-to-back seasons and regularly dominated the likes of Virgil van Dijk, Gabriel and William Saliba. He was, after Erling Haaland, the most feared striker in the English top-flight.
For the Reds, however, he's yet to show that version of himself. Injuries disrupted his debut season on Merseyside while he's failed to really impose himself on either of the two opening games this term. He did, however, find the back of the net against Nottingham Forest, tapping home a Cody Gakpo cross.
While the Liverpool No9 may have the highest Non-Penalty Expected Goals total in the Premier League this term, the data doesn't reveal all. A significant chunk of that was tied to a double chance against Newcastle, when the ball almost ricocheted off of his head twice in quick succession. It went down as two, high value chances, and skews the overall total.
He finished well against Forest but outside of that he's been anonymous. And this is a bit of a problem for Liverpool right now with Hugo Ekitike out until the New Year with an Achilles issue.
#forest #however
1 month ago
Arsenal travel to Villa Park on Monday looking to continue a perfect start to the season, having won the Community Shield and beaten Coventry City 3-0 in their Premier League opener without conceding.
Mikel Arteta's side could become the first in the club's 140-year history to win five consecutive opening away fixtures of a Premier League season.
Jurrien Timber remains out with a groin issue, and William Saliba is a long-term absentee with a back problem. Bruno Guimaraes has a minor groin issue of his own but Arteta has not ruled him out of contention. New signing Ezri Konsa, who joined this summer from Villa, is available to face his former club but is expected to start on the bench given ******* nal's settled defensive pairing.
David Raya is set to continue in goal behind a back four of Ben White, Gabriel Magalhães, Cristhian Mosquera and Riccardo Calafiori. Declan Rice and Martin Ødegaard are expected to anchor midfield, with Martín Zubimendi the likely third member of the trio ahead of Myles Lewis-Skelly.
Bukayo Saka and Christos Tzolis, both of whom Arteta has used in wide areas that double as auxiliary full-back cover, are set to support Kai Havertz in attack, with both players having scored or contributed directly to goals in the win over Coventry.
#premier
Mikel Arteta's side could become the first in the club's 140-year history to win five consecutive opening away fixtures of a Premier League season.
Jurrien Timber remains out with a groin issue, and William Saliba is a long-term absentee with a back problem. Bruno Guimaraes has a minor groin issue of his own but Arteta has not ruled him out of contention. New signing Ezri Konsa, who joined this summer from Villa, is available to face his former club but is expected to start on the bench given ******* nal's settled defensive pairing.
David Raya is set to continue in goal behind a back four of Ben White, Gabriel Magalhães, Cristhian Mosquera and Riccardo Calafiori. Declan Rice and Martin Ødegaard are expected to anchor midfield, with Martín Zubimendi the likely third member of the trio ahead of Myles Lewis-Skelly.
Bukayo Saka and Christos Tzolis, both of whom Arteta has used in wide areas that double as auxiliary full-back cover, are set to support Kai Havertz in attack, with both players having scored or contributed directly to goals in the win over Coventry.
#premier
1 month ago
Ezri Konsa and Bruno Guimaraes have yet to play for ******* nal in the Premier League, with the defender joining them just a few days ago, while Guimaraes was injured before their season opener against Coventry City.
Arsenal have started the season strongly and did not miss the Brazilian in their last game, but he is expected to be a starter for the team when he is fit. Konsa has joined as one of the top defenders in England, and the former Aston Villa man will play while William Saliba remains out with an injury.
Arsenal continue to prepare for the games ahead, and their next match will be against Aston Villa on Monday, a fixture the Gunners would love to win. They have one of the best squads in the league, and most people expect them to win the game, but they will still have to earn the result on the pitch, as any other team would.
The fans will hope to see both players in action during the game, with Mikel Arteta providing an encouraging update on Konsa's condition. The defender has been training well since joining the club and could now be in contention for his ******* nal debut.
Arteta's comments suggest that Konsa has settled quickly into the squad and is ready to contribute if selected. His availability is particularly important while Saliba remains injured.
#game #defender
Arsenal have started the season strongly and did not miss the Brazilian in their last game, but he is expected to be a starter for the team when he is fit. Konsa has joined as one of the top defenders in England, and the former Aston Villa man will play while William Saliba remains out with an injury.
Arsenal continue to prepare for the games ahead, and their next match will be against Aston Villa on Monday, a fixture the Gunners would love to win. They have one of the best squads in the league, and most people expect them to win the game, but they will still have to earn the result on the pitch, as any other team would.
The fans will hope to see both players in action during the game, with Mikel Arteta providing an encouraging update on Konsa's condition. The defender has been training well since joining the club and could now be in contention for his ******* nal debut.
Arteta's comments suggest that Konsa has settled quickly into the squad and is ready to contribute if selected. His availability is particularly important while Saliba remains injured.
#game #defender
2 months ago
In the summer of 1993, Manchester United won the ******* le and then signed Roy Keane in a British record transfer. In 2001, United won the ******* le and then bought Ruud van Nistelrooy. In 2008, the summer after winning the Premier League and Champions League, they signed Dimitar Berbatov not because they really needed him but because they could.
Each time, Alex Ferguson took steps not just to maintain the gap to their rivals but to grow it. Each time, United defended their Premier League crown.
Even before kick-off here at the Emirates Stadium, there was that familiar sense of a ******* le-winning manager ******* down the lid on the Premier League trophy they owned. Mikel Arteta's newest signing, Ezri Konsa, was paraded on the pitch to a standing ovation – quite the flex to sign the second best right-sided centre-half in the Premier League while the best, William Saliba, is sidelined with injury.
And after a few minutes of this opening 3-0 win over Coventry City, it was clear that Arteta had strengthened his attack too. Christos Tzolis impressed in pre-season games and topped most of ******* nal's fitness metrics. Here he buzzed into action on the left wing, legs whirring with the urgency of a man fleeing a swarm of bees, all fast-twitch jolts and excitable energy, exactly the sort of opponent Coventry's right-back Milan van Ewijk didn't want to face on his first Friday night live on Sky Sports.
Arsenal had a plethora of attacking options on the field: Kai Havertz led the line, Bukayo Saka started on the right and Martin Odegaard flitted in and out of the right half-space. But for all the passing lanes on offer, the gameplan became a simple one: when in the final third, seek Tzolis.
#league #united #summer #signed
Each time, Alex Ferguson took steps not just to maintain the gap to their rivals but to grow it. Each time, United defended their Premier League crown.
Even before kick-off here at the Emirates Stadium, there was that familiar sense of a ******* le-winning manager ******* down the lid on the Premier League trophy they owned. Mikel Arteta's newest signing, Ezri Konsa, was paraded on the pitch to a standing ovation – quite the flex to sign the second best right-sided centre-half in the Premier League while the best, William Saliba, is sidelined with injury.
And after a few minutes of this opening 3-0 win over Coventry City, it was clear that Arteta had strengthened his attack too. Christos Tzolis impressed in pre-season games and topped most of ******* nal's fitness metrics. Here he buzzed into action on the left wing, legs whirring with the urgency of a man fleeing a swarm of bees, all fast-twitch jolts and excitable energy, exactly the sort of opponent Coventry's right-back Milan van Ewijk didn't want to face on his first Friday night live on Sky Sports.
Arsenal had a plethora of attacking options on the field: Kai Havertz led the line, Bukayo Saka started on the right and Martin Odegaard flitted in and out of the right half-space. But for all the passing lanes on offer, the gameplan became a simple one: when in the final third, seek Tzolis.
#league #united #summer #signed
2 months ago
Aston Villa's extensive list of summer outgoings has been extended with the departure of England defender Ezri Konsa, who has completed a move to Premier League champions ******* nal.
The 28-year-old has joined Mikel Arteta's side on a four-year deal, which includes the option for a further year. The London-born defender has set the Gunners back £51 million, with another £4 million in add-ons (total of $76.3 million).
Konsa will provide ******* nal with some much-needed depth at both centre and right back, with William Saliba and Jurrien Timber both currently sidelined. He arrives off the back of a FIFA World Cup campaign during which he played in all eight of England's games, starting seven and scoring once in the third-place play-off win over France.
Wayne Rooney urges Man United to sign ******* nal star and sends Marcus Rashford warning
Dead body found at EFL Championship stadium as police begin investigation
#back #konsa #england #ezri
The 28-year-old has joined Mikel Arteta's side on a four-year deal, which includes the option for a further year. The London-born defender has set the Gunners back £51 million, with another £4 million in add-ons (total of $76.3 million).
Konsa will provide ******* nal with some much-needed depth at both centre and right back, with William Saliba and Jurrien Timber both currently sidelined. He arrives off the back of a FIFA World Cup campaign during which he played in all eight of England's games, starting seven and scoring once in the third-place play-off win over France.
Wayne Rooney urges Man United to sign ******* nal star and sends Marcus Rashford warning
Dead body found at EFL Championship stadium as police begin investigation
#back #konsa #england #ezri
2 months ago
England defender Ezri Konsa has completed his transfer to **** nal, with the 28-year-old becoming the Gunners' fifth major signing of the summer.
The former Aston Villa defender moves to north London in a deal worth £51m, and he has signed a four-year contract with the option of an additional 12 months.
The defender – who can play at both centre-back and right-back – was targeted for his versatility, as well as for cover for the injured Jurrien Timber and William Saliba, the latter of whom could be out until late this year after requiring surgery on a back injury.
Konsa is **** nal's fifth major summer signing (PA)
The move was completed on the same day that the champions will open their 2026/27 campaign at home to ewly promoted Coventry City, though the timing of the deal means that Konsa was obviously not registered in time to be in the squad for the game.
#summer #deal
The former Aston Villa defender moves to north London in a deal worth £51m, and he has signed a four-year contract with the option of an additional 12 months.
The defender – who can play at both centre-back and right-back – was targeted for his versatility, as well as for cover for the injured Jurrien Timber and William Saliba, the latter of whom could be out until late this year after requiring surgery on a back injury.
Konsa is **** nal's fifth major summer signing (PA)
The move was completed on the same day that the champions will open their 2026/27 campaign at home to ewly promoted Coventry City, though the timing of the deal means that Konsa was obviously not registered in time to be in the squad for the game.
#summer #deal
2 months ago
Arsenal start the defence of their Premier League ******* le on Friday night, and the expectation is obvious. They have already brushed aside Manchester City in the Community Shield, winning 3-0 in Cardiff, and now they open at home against promoted Coventry. Same sky-blue shirts, very different level of threat.
Mikel Arteta's side go into the new campaign as favourites for good reason. They won the league by seven points last season, ended a 22-year wait for the ******* le, and reached the Champions League final. The immediate task is simpler, start fast, stay in control, and avoid handing a newly promoted team encouragement.
Coventry arrive with a different kind of momentum. Frank Lampard guided them back to the top flight after a 25-year absence, and they did it emphatically. While ******* nal finished seven points clear at the top of the Premier League, Coventry won the Championship with 95 points, nine ahead of Ipswich. Promotion earned them a place here, now comes the difficult part.
Arsenal still have defensive issues to manage. William Saliba is set for a lengthy spell out, while Jurrien Timber remains unavailable with a groin problem. That leaves Ben White and Cristhian Mosquera continuing in the back line, with Ezri Konsa still waiting to complete his £51million move from Aston Villa.
There should also be changes from the side that beat City. Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice both began on the bench in that 3-0 win, but are expected to return to the starting XI here. That matters. ******* nal are a different side when both play from the first whistle, one gives them incision, the other gives them authority.
#different #premier
Mikel Arteta's side go into the new campaign as favourites for good reason. They won the league by seven points last season, ended a 22-year wait for the ******* le, and reached the Champions League final. The immediate task is simpler, start fast, stay in control, and avoid handing a newly promoted team encouragement.
Coventry arrive with a different kind of momentum. Frank Lampard guided them back to the top flight after a 25-year absence, and they did it emphatically. While ******* nal finished seven points clear at the top of the Premier League, Coventry won the Championship with 95 points, nine ahead of Ipswich. Promotion earned them a place here, now comes the difficult part.
Arsenal still have defensive issues to manage. William Saliba is set for a lengthy spell out, while Jurrien Timber remains unavailable with a groin problem. That leaves Ben White and Cristhian Mosquera continuing in the back line, with Ezri Konsa still waiting to complete his £51million move from Aston Villa.
There should also be changes from the side that beat City. Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice both began on the bench in that 3-0 win, but are expected to return to the starting XI here. That matters. ******* nal are a different side when both play from the first whistle, one gives them incision, the other gives them authority.
#different #premier
2 months ago
Arsenal open their Premier League ***** le defence against Coventry City at the Emirates Stadium on Friday evening, just days after thrashing Manchester City in the Community Shield.
Mikel Arteta's side head into the new season as champions and heavy favourites against newly promoted opposition. The performance in Cardiff last weekend, capped by Calafiori's goal inside 26 seconds, gave an early indication of the intent Arteta wants to carry into the campaign proper.
William Saliba remains out long-term with a back injury, and Jurrien Timber is sidelined with a groin problem. Bruno Guimarães is a doubt for Friday after being substituted at half-time in the Community Shield with a thigh problem, later seen with an ice pack applied.
Arteta gave little away when asked about his fitness: "Let's see how he is. He's evolving really well, but let's see for tomorrow." Should he not be risked, Myles Lewis-Skelly is the likely replacement in midfield.
Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka are both confirmed fit. The pair returned late from England's deep World Cup run and appeared as substitutes in the Community Shield win over Manchester City — both are now expected to start. Arteta has strongly implied, without confirming outright, that Ezri Konsa's move from Aston Villa is imminent, though the defender will not be involved against Coventry regardless.
#arsenal
Mikel Arteta's side head into the new season as champions and heavy favourites against newly promoted opposition. The performance in Cardiff last weekend, capped by Calafiori's goal inside 26 seconds, gave an early indication of the intent Arteta wants to carry into the campaign proper.
William Saliba remains out long-term with a back injury, and Jurrien Timber is sidelined with a groin problem. Bruno Guimarães is a doubt for Friday after being substituted at half-time in the Community Shield with a thigh problem, later seen with an ice pack applied.
Arteta gave little away when asked about his fitness: "Let's see how he is. He's evolving really well, but let's see for tomorrow." Should he not be risked, Myles Lewis-Skelly is the likely replacement in midfield.
Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka are both confirmed fit. The pair returned late from England's deep World Cup run and appeared as substitutes in the Community Shield win over Manchester City — both are now expected to start. Arteta has strongly implied, without confirming outright, that Ezri Konsa's move from Aston Villa is imminent, though the defender will not be involved against Coventry regardless.
#arsenal
2 months ago
Mikel Arteta has confirmed ****** nal want to sign a defender and are "active" in the transfer market after reports the Premier League champions have agreed to a deal for Aston Villa centre-back Ezri Konsa.
Arteta has been chasing a defender since the end of last season and appears set to land England star Konsa.
The Gunners had a bid for Konsa rejected earlier in the transfer window and briefly switched their attention to Bayer Leverkusen defender Jarell Quansah.
But having improved their offer for Konsa to around £50 million ($68 million), ****** nal are reportedly on the brink of sealing a deal for the 28-year-old.
With William Saliba sidelined for an "extended period" by a back problem and Jurrien Timber recovering from a groin injury, Konsa would slot into the heart of ****** nal's defence alongside Gabriel Magalhaes.
#back #premier
Arteta has been chasing a defender since the end of last season and appears set to land England star Konsa.
The Gunners had a bid for Konsa rejected earlier in the transfer window and briefly switched their attention to Bayer Leverkusen defender Jarell Quansah.
But having improved their offer for Konsa to around £50 million ($68 million), ****** nal are reportedly on the brink of sealing a deal for the 28-year-old.
With William Saliba sidelined for an "extended period" by a back problem and Jurrien Timber recovering from a groin injury, Konsa would slot into the heart of ****** nal's defence alongside Gabriel Magalhaes.
#back #premier
2 months ago
Here is the latest team news, injury updates and predicted line-ups ahead of ****** nal's opening Premier League fixture of the new season.
Arsenal v Coventry team and injury news 6
Arsenal launch their Premier League ****** le defence against Coventry City at Emirates Stadium on Friday, with kick-off at 8pm BST, looking to build on their commanding 3-0 Community Shield victory over Manchester City.
Arteta remains without William Saliba, who is sidelined by a back injury, and Jurrien Timber, who continues his recovery from a groin problem.
As a result, Ben White, Cristhian Mosquera, Gabriel and Riccardo Calafiori are expected to continue together across the back four after impressing in Cardiff.
#emirates
Arsenal v Coventry team and injury news 6
Arsenal launch their Premier League ****** le defence against Coventry City at Emirates Stadium on Friday, with kick-off at 8pm BST, looking to build on their commanding 3-0 Community Shield victory over Manchester City.
Arteta remains without William Saliba, who is sidelined by a back injury, and Jurrien Timber, who continues his recovery from a groin problem.
As a result, Ben White, Cristhian Mosquera, Gabriel and Riccardo Calafiori are expected to continue together across the back four after impressing in Cardiff.
#emirates
2 months ago
Manchester City were left with plenty to reflect on after a damaging 3-0 defeat to ******* nal, a result shaped by goals from Riccardo Calafiori, Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard. According to Telegraph, the post-match message from both camps was clear, ******* nal look sharp and City know standards were missed.
Rúben Dias did not dress it up, admitting the City performance was "not good enough" after ******* nal capitalised in key moments and controlled the contest with authority. For supporters of Enzo Maresca's side, that line will land heavily because it matched what unfolded on the pitch, with ******* nal quicker to duels, cleaner in possession and more decisive in both boxes.
Arsenal's display was widely admired and Calafiori's own verdict summed up the confidence around Mikel Arteta's team, describing the victory as "close to perfection". That felt fair. ******* nal played with tempo, aggression and structure, producing the type of performance that suggests they are gearing up for another serious challenge at the top end of the Premier League.
Arteta was equally buoyant afterwards. "We talked about the desire that we have to start the season, and to show ourselves how much we want it," Arteta said. "I certainly saw a lot of positive things there against a top opponent."
Beyond the result, ******* nal's transfer planning remains active. The report states they want further business completed before the end of the month, with a right-sided defender a priority after injuries to Jurriën Timber and William Saliba. Ezri Konsa of Aston Villa and Bayer Leverkusen's Jarell Quansah are among the names under consideration.
#arsenal #result
Rúben Dias did not dress it up, admitting the City performance was "not good enough" after ******* nal capitalised in key moments and controlled the contest with authority. For supporters of Enzo Maresca's side, that line will land heavily because it matched what unfolded on the pitch, with ******* nal quicker to duels, cleaner in possession and more decisive in both boxes.
Arsenal's display was widely admired and Calafiori's own verdict summed up the confidence around Mikel Arteta's team, describing the victory as "close to perfection". That felt fair. ******* nal played with tempo, aggression and structure, producing the type of performance that suggests they are gearing up for another serious challenge at the top end of the Premier League.
Arteta was equally buoyant afterwards. "We talked about the desire that we have to start the season, and to show ourselves how much we want it," Arteta said. "I certainly saw a lot of positive things there against a top opponent."
Beyond the result, ******* nal's transfer planning remains active. The report states they want further business completed before the end of the month, with a right-sided defender a priority after injuries to Jurriën Timber and William Saliba. Ezri Konsa of Aston Villa and Bayer Leverkusen's Jarell Quansah are among the names under consideration.
#arsenal #result
2 months ago
When is William Saliba back? Projected return date for **** nal defender after surgery for back injury originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
After winning the Premier League **** le last season, **** nal are on the hunt for bigger and better in the 2026/27 campaign, as the Gunners get ready to run it back.
The English top flight championship was special, as **** nal won their first league **** le since the Invincibles in 2004. Yet they fell in the Champions League final, and are still looking for their first-ever continental trophy. They got the season started off in a big way as they defeated Manchester City by a 3-0 score in the Community Shield, which signaled the start of the new club campaign.
As they get set to start the new season, there are some injuries to contend with stemming not only from the World Cup over the summer, but going back to last season during the **** le charge.
The Sporting News brings you a look at the situation for one of **** nal's most important players, as centre-back William Saliba was a rock along the back line last year and considered one of the best defenders in the world.
#league
After winning the Premier League **** le last season, **** nal are on the hunt for bigger and better in the 2026/27 campaign, as the Gunners get ready to run it back.
The English top flight championship was special, as **** nal won their first league **** le since the Invincibles in 2004. Yet they fell in the Champions League final, and are still looking for their first-ever continental trophy. They got the season started off in a big way as they defeated Manchester City by a 3-0 score in the Community Shield, which signaled the start of the new club campaign.
As they get set to start the new season, there are some injuries to contend with stemming not only from the World Cup over the summer, but going back to last season during the **** le charge.
The Sporting News brings you a look at the situation for one of **** nal's most important players, as centre-back William Saliba was a rock along the back line last year and considered one of the best defenders in the world.
#league
2 months ago
The first big clash of the season!
This Sunday afternoon, ******* nal and Manchester City will kick off the English football season with a hugely exciting Community Shield clash.
For this first big moment of the season, we couldn't resist putting together a combined XI of these two Premier League giants.
This time, we took injuries and players on the verge of leaving into account. So there's no Rodri, no Timber, and no Saliba!
#manchester #community
This Sunday afternoon, ******* nal and Manchester City will kick off the English football season with a hugely exciting Community Shield clash.
For this first big moment of the season, we couldn't resist putting together a combined XI of these two Premier League giants.
This time, we took injuries and players on the verge of leaving into account. So there's no Rodri, no Timber, and no Saliba!
#manchester #community
2 months ago
Arsenal look set to hand Bruno Guimaraes his first start when they face Manchester City in the Community Shield at the Principality Stadium. After stepping off the bench in the midweek win over Como, the Brazil midfielder is now in line to begin a game that will offer a proper early measure of Mikel Arteta's side.
There is no mystery here. ****** nal have had to manage the return of several players after their extended summer break following the World Cup. Guimaraes, Gabriel Magalhaes and Gabriel Martinelli only returned to training at the start of the week, so caution has been the obvious approach. Even so, Arteta has made it clear they are ready to feature. "They will be available," Arteta said at his pre-match conference. "They trained with us today, they will train tomorrow. If they are in the condition we expect them to be, they will be involved."
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That points to Guimaraes getting the nod alongside Myles Lewis-Skelly, who has done the hard yards all summer and started every pre-season match. It is a sensible pairing, one offering control, legs and a bit of bite. ****** nal need that against Manchester City, because these games are usually decided by who gives the ball away less often.
At the back, ****** nal remain without Jurrien Timber and William Saliba. That leaves Ben White and Cristhian Mosquera as the likely options on the right side of defence, with Gabriel and Riccardo Calafiori expected to complete the back line in front of David Raya.
#arsenal #city #side #summer
There is no mystery here. ****** nal have had to manage the return of several players after their extended summer break following the World Cup. Guimaraes, Gabriel Magalhaes and Gabriel Martinelli only returned to training at the start of the week, so caution has been the obvious approach. Even so, Arteta has made it clear they are ready to feature. "They will be available," Arteta said at his pre-match conference. "They trained with us today, they will train tomorrow. If they are in the condition we expect them to be, they will be involved."
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That points to Guimaraes getting the nod alongside Myles Lewis-Skelly, who has done the hard yards all summer and started every pre-season match. It is a sensible pairing, one offering control, legs and a bit of bite. ****** nal need that against Manchester City, because these games are usually decided by who gives the ball away less often.
At the back, ****** nal remain without Jurrien Timber and William Saliba. That leaves Ben White and Cristhian Mosquera as the likely options on the right side of defence, with Gabriel and Riccardo Calafiori expected to complete the back line in front of David Raya.
#arsenal #city #side #summer
2 months ago
Arsenal have been linked with moves for players such as Jarell Quansah and Ezri Konsa this window as the Gunners look to sign a centre-back with William Saliba expected to miss the start of the season.
The Frenchman is set to spend some time recovering from a long-term back problem that has bothered him over the last few months. It made him miss France's final game at the 2026 World Cup, and it was during that competition that the defender aggravated the problem.
Arsenal still consider him one of their top players, and the Gunners are happy to have him in their squad, but his absence weakens them, and they could look to sign a replacement.
However, Martin Keown is not convinced that they need to sign someone new and has identified players who could step up. The Gunners have some very good players in their squad, and Keown believes a replacement for Saliba could be among them.
"Marli Salmon looked really good in the friendly game against Como; he's progressing nicely," Keown exclusively told Football London.
#back
The Frenchman is set to spend some time recovering from a long-term back problem that has bothered him over the last few months. It made him miss France's final game at the 2026 World Cup, and it was during that competition that the defender aggravated the problem.
Arsenal still consider him one of their top players, and the Gunners are happy to have him in their squad, but his absence weakens them, and they could look to sign a replacement.
However, Martin Keown is not convinced that they need to sign someone new and has identified players who could step up. The Gunners have some very good players in their squad, and Keown believes a replacement for Saliba could be among them.
"Marli Salmon looked really good in the friendly game against Como; he's progressing nicely," Keown exclusively told Football London.
#back
2 months ago
Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Declan Rice, Martin Zubimendi and Bukayo Saka will all be fit to feature against Manchester City in the Community Shield. The ***** nal manager also gave updates on William Saliba and Jurrien Timber, both of whom are working their way back from long-term injuries sustained during the FIFA World Cup.
None of the five players featured in any of the Gunners' preseason friendlies. Rice, Zubimendi, and Saka all progressed to the final weekend of the tournament with England and Spain, respectively, earning them extra rest time to prepare for what promises to be another demanding campaign at club level.
Saliba, however, went down with a back problem in the early stages of France's semi-final loss to Spain. Timber, meanwhile, suffered a serious groin injury just days before the Netherlands kicked off their tournament, as per The Mirror.
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#World #saliba #back #final
None of the five players featured in any of the Gunners' preseason friendlies. Rice, Zubimendi, and Saka all progressed to the final weekend of the tournament with England and Spain, respectively, earning them extra rest time to prepare for what promises to be another demanding campaign at club level.
Saliba, however, went down with a back problem in the early stages of France's semi-final loss to Spain. Timber, meanwhile, suffered a serious groin injury just days before the Netherlands kicked off their tournament, as per The Mirror.
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#World #saliba #back #final
2 months ago
Arsenal host Como in the final preseason match of the summer. After today, it's Manchester City in the Community Shield on Sunday. The Premier League season opens with ******* nal hosting Coventry City on Friday, August 21st. We're almost there.
The England and Spain World Cup contingent have returned to training — they're in the images published by the club — but it's not clear if they'll feature today. William Saliba will be out for a while recovering from a back fracture. Jurrien Timber is "weeks" away as he recovers from the groin problem that kept him out of the World Cup. I'd expect Bruno Guimaraes to make his first appearance in an ******* nal shirt today.
Now is the time for Mikel Arteta and his squad to be making their final preparations for the long season ahead and putting themselves in the best position to hit the ground running. Whether that is accomplished by getting as many first choice players "game situation" minutes or progressing them back into the swing of things with limited time is a question best answered by the significant amounts of information, data, and health / fitness ******* sments available to the club and not to us. Basically what I'm saying is we shouldn't read anything into who plays and for how long.
One thing I would keep an eye on (and take with appropriate preseason grains of salt) is who looks good individually. The team stuff will come when the right combinations of players are on the field together. So far this preseason, Kai Havertz, Chritos Tzolis, and Martin Ødegaard have looked particularly good. Max Dowman is playing well and pushing for more regular involvement once the season starts. Ethan Nwaneri put in a solid performance against Dortmund after being disappointingly anonymous earlier in preseason.
Lineups will be posted when available. For most of y'all, the match will be available to stream on ******* nal's YouTube channel. If it isn't, check here for where it is being shown in your region.
#World
The England and Spain World Cup contingent have returned to training — they're in the images published by the club — but it's not clear if they'll feature today. William Saliba will be out for a while recovering from a back fracture. Jurrien Timber is "weeks" away as he recovers from the groin problem that kept him out of the World Cup. I'd expect Bruno Guimaraes to make his first appearance in an ******* nal shirt today.
Now is the time for Mikel Arteta and his squad to be making their final preparations for the long season ahead and putting themselves in the best position to hit the ground running. Whether that is accomplished by getting as many first choice players "game situation" minutes or progressing them back into the swing of things with limited time is a question best answered by the significant amounts of information, data, and health / fitness ******* sments available to the club and not to us. Basically what I'm saying is we shouldn't read anything into who plays and for how long.
One thing I would keep an eye on (and take with appropriate preseason grains of salt) is who looks good individually. The team stuff will come when the right combinations of players are on the field together. So far this preseason, Kai Havertz, Chritos Tzolis, and Martin Ødegaard have looked particularly good. Max Dowman is playing well and pushing for more regular involvement once the season starts. Ethan Nwaneri put in a solid performance against Dortmund after being disappointingly anonymous earlier in preseason.
Lineups will be posted when available. For most of y'all, the match will be available to stream on ******* nal's YouTube channel. If it isn't, check here for where it is being shown in your region.
#World
2 months ago
Arsenal are monitoring Como defender Jacobo Ramon, according to The Athletic. Mikel Arteta would like the Gunners to strengthen at the back with William Saliba and Jurrien Timber both currently injured. Ramon is on **** nal's shortlist, and the fans will get to see him in action at the Emirates Stadium tomorrow (Wednesday). The North Londoners take on Como in their last pre-season friendly before Sunday's Community Shield against Manchester City.
Ramon will be featuring in the game, giving **** nal another chance to run the rule over him before they make a final decision. Como have recently signed Trevoh Chalobah from Chelsea and could be open to selling the Gunners target for the right price. The 21-year-old Spaniard joined the Serie A club from Real Madrid last summer, making 37 appearances across all competitions. The 6ft 5in Ramon is an aerial threat and is comfortable in possession, qualities Arteta desires in his defenders as he eyes physically strong options in the position.
The Como defender won the Super Cup with Madrid in 2024, winning the European Under-19 Championship with Spain the same year. The chance to join a club regularly competing and winning major silverware could appeal to Ramon.
#ramon #last
Ramon will be featuring in the game, giving **** nal another chance to run the rule over him before they make a final decision. Como have recently signed Trevoh Chalobah from Chelsea and could be open to selling the Gunners target for the right price. The 21-year-old Spaniard joined the Serie A club from Real Madrid last summer, making 37 appearances across all competitions. The 6ft 5in Ramon is an aerial threat and is comfortable in possession, qualities Arteta desires in his defenders as he eyes physically strong options in the position.
The Como defender won the Super Cup with Madrid in 2024, winning the European Under-19 Championship with Spain the same year. The chance to join a club regularly competing and winning major silverware could appeal to Ramon.
#ramon #last
2 months ago
Arsenal take on Real Betis this Wednesday at the Aviva Stadium as part of their ongoing pre-season schedule.
The Gunners head into this fixture in strong form after an impressive 4–1 win over Girona in their first friendly. Mikel Arteta's side looked sharp and well-organised, with both senior players and emerging academy talents combining effectively. Their attacking play was particularly encouraging as they aim to continue building momentum ahead of the new season.
For the trip to Dublin, ******* nal are relying heavily on rotation and young players due to several key absentees following international tournaments.
William Saliba is still out with an injury, while Jurrien Timber has stayed back in London to recover from a groin problem.
Ben White may be given a rest after completing 60 minutes against Girona, which was his first appearance following a long-term knee injury.
#girona #season #following
The Gunners head into this fixture in strong form after an impressive 4–1 win over Girona in their first friendly. Mikel Arteta's side looked sharp and well-organised, with both senior players and emerging academy talents combining effectively. Their attacking play was particularly encouraging as they aim to continue building momentum ahead of the new season.
For the trip to Dublin, ******* nal are relying heavily on rotation and young players due to several key absentees following international tournaments.
William Saliba is still out with an injury, while Jurrien Timber has stayed back in London to recover from a groin problem.
Ben White may be given a rest after completing 60 minutes against Girona, which was his first appearance following a long-term knee injury.
#girona #season #following
2 months ago
Christos Tzolis says **** nal are ready to defend their Premier League crown and claimed the "pressure" is on the champions' rivals to stop them from sealing back-to-back **** les.
New signing Tzolis scored in his first appearance for the Gunners since his move from Club Brugge in a 4-1 win at Girona on Saturday.
Despite serious interest in Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior and Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes – the latter possibly completing a switch to the Emirates Stadium this week – Tzolis remains the champions' sole outfield signing of the summer so far.
Key defender William Saliba will miss the start of the season with a back injury while there are fitness doubts over Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka following their interrupted World Cup campaigns for England.
However, when asked if **** nal are ready to defend their first **** le in 22 years, Tzolis replied: "Of course. To defend a **** le, you don't have to think about it. It's more difficult for the other teams because the pressure is there, not on the team who won the **** le.
#defend
New signing Tzolis scored in his first appearance for the Gunners since his move from Club Brugge in a 4-1 win at Girona on Saturday.
Despite serious interest in Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior and Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes – the latter possibly completing a switch to the Emirates Stadium this week – Tzolis remains the champions' sole outfield signing of the summer so far.
Key defender William Saliba will miss the start of the season with a back injury while there are fitness doubts over Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka following their interrupted World Cup campaigns for England.
However, when asked if **** nal are ready to defend their first **** le in 22 years, Tzolis replied: "Of course. To defend a **** le, you don't have to think about it. It's more difficult for the other teams because the pressure is there, not on the team who won the **** le.
#defend
2 months ago
New ***** nal signing Christos Tzolis has boldly declared the reigning Premier League champions are fully prepared to defend their crown, insisting that the "pressure" now rests squarely on their rivals to prevent them from securing back-to-back ***** les.
The Greece international, who joined the Gunners in a £34 million move from Club Brugge, marked his debut with a goal in Saturday's 4-1 victory over Girona.
Despite significant interest in Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior and Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes – with the latter potentially nearing a switch to the Emirates Stadium this week – Tzolis remains the club's sole outfield acquisition of the summer so far.
Arsenal face some early season challenges, with key defender William Saliba set to miss the start of the campaign due to a back injury. Fitness doubts also linger over Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka following their interrupted World Cup commitments with England.
However, when questioned about ***** nal's readiness to defend their first ***** le in 22 years, Tzolis was unequivocal.
#back
The Greece international, who joined the Gunners in a £34 million move from Club Brugge, marked his debut with a goal in Saturday's 4-1 victory over Girona.
Despite significant interest in Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior and Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes – with the latter potentially nearing a switch to the Emirates Stadium this week – Tzolis remains the club's sole outfield acquisition of the summer so far.
Arsenal face some early season challenges, with key defender William Saliba set to miss the start of the campaign due to a back injury. Fitness doubts also linger over Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka following their interrupted World Cup commitments with England.
However, when questioned about ***** nal's readiness to defend their first ***** le in 22 years, Tzolis was unequivocal.
#back
2 months ago
Well folks, it's that time again. August is here and so begins ******* nal's slate of preseason matches. Today, the Gunners face Girona to cap off a week of training in Spain. They take on Real Betis (and Hector Bellerin) in Dublin on Wednesday, August 5th, Dortmund next Sunday in the Emirates Cup, and Como on August 12th before the Community Shield on August 16th. The Premier League season kicks off in less than three weeks — the 21st home to newly promoted Coventry.
Arsenal – Kepa, White, Mosquera, Hincapie, Calafiori, Lewis-Skelly, Havertz, Nwaneri, Dowman, Tzolis, Gyokeres
Everyone should be prepared to overreact wildly to a lineup several players off the first XI. Because that's what you do in the preseason, after all. None of Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Magalhaes, Martin Ødegaard, Declan Rice, Ebere Eze, Bukayo Saka, Noni Madueke, David Raya, Mikel Merino, Martin Zubimendi, nor William Saliba are in today's squad.
The Brazilians rejoined the team in the last day or two. Gabriel Martinelli got married a few days ago in Greece but is back with the squad. Martin Ødegaard is due back next week. The England players after that and the Spanish contingent last of all. William Saliba will miss a fair bit of time recovering from the back injury he played through at the end of the season and during the World Cup.
The Gunners are also expected to do a fair bit of business before the start of the season. A move for Bruno Guimaraes seems close. The rumors are swirling around a massive move for Vini Jr. The club intends to sign a CB to cover during Saliba's absence. They may also sign a right back — Jurrien Timber is still recovering from the groin problem that kept him out of the World Cup.
#gabriel #season #saliba
Arsenal – Kepa, White, Mosquera, Hincapie, Calafiori, Lewis-Skelly, Havertz, Nwaneri, Dowman, Tzolis, Gyokeres
Everyone should be prepared to overreact wildly to a lineup several players off the first XI. Because that's what you do in the preseason, after all. None of Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Magalhaes, Martin Ødegaard, Declan Rice, Ebere Eze, Bukayo Saka, Noni Madueke, David Raya, Mikel Merino, Martin Zubimendi, nor William Saliba are in today's squad.
The Brazilians rejoined the team in the last day or two. Gabriel Martinelli got married a few days ago in Greece but is back with the squad. Martin Ødegaard is due back next week. The England players after that and the Spanish contingent last of all. William Saliba will miss a fair bit of time recovering from the back injury he played through at the end of the season and during the World Cup.
The Gunners are also expected to do a fair bit of business before the start of the season. A move for Bruno Guimaraes seems close. The rumors are swirling around a massive move for Vini Jr. The club intends to sign a CB to cover during Saliba's absence. They may also sign a right back — Jurrien Timber is still recovering from the groin problem that kept him out of the World Cup.
#gabriel #season #saliba
2 months ago
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Arsenal will have to look elsewhere for defensive cover after former target John Stones completed a move to Inter Milan, ending speculation that the experienced defender could arrive in north London following William Saliba's injury.
Stones had been linked with ******* nal as the club ******* sed potential options to provide cover for Saliba, who is facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines while recovering from a back injury.
Instead, the 32-year-old has signed for the reigning Serie A champions after leaving Manchester City as a free agent at the end of June.
The England international has agreed a two-year contract with Inter, reportedly worth €4 million per season, bringing to an end a decade at Manchester City in which he collected six Premier League ******* les, the Champions League and numerous other honours.
#city #league #champions #injury
Arsenal will have to look elsewhere for defensive cover after former target John Stones completed a move to Inter Milan, ending speculation that the experienced defender could arrive in north London following William Saliba's injury.
Stones had been linked with ******* nal as the club ******* sed potential options to provide cover for Saliba, who is facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines while recovering from a back injury.
Instead, the 32-year-old has signed for the reigning Serie A champions after leaving Manchester City as a free agent at the end of June.
The England international has agreed a two-year contract with Inter, reportedly worth €4 million per season, bringing to an end a decade at Manchester City in which he collected six Premier League ******* les, the Champions League and numerous other honours.
#city #league #champions #injury
2 months ago
Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images
Arsenal appear to be on the lookout for a defender in the wake of William Saliba's injury setback, and one player who had been linked with a move to London was John Stones.
Stones is out of contract with Manchester City, so he's available as a free agent this summer. But rather than moving to London, it seems the centre-back is set to leave the Premier League for Italy.
James Horncastle and David Ornstein report for The Athletic that Inter Milan are in negotiations to sign Stones, with talks ongoing and hope the transfer can be completed this week.
Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images
#setterfield #images #william #manchester
Arsenal appear to be on the lookout for a defender in the wake of William Saliba's injury setback, and one player who had been linked with a move to London was John Stones.
Stones is out of contract with Manchester City, so he's available as a free agent this summer. But rather than moving to London, it seems the centre-back is set to leave the Premier League for Italy.
James Horncastle and David Ornstein report for The Athletic that Inter Milan are in negotiations to sign Stones, with talks ongoing and hope the transfer can be completed this week.
Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images
#setterfield #images #william #manchester
2 months ago
As defending champions and with an experienced manager, ******* nal are favourites for the Premier League ******* le.
But a lengthy injury to a key starter could affect their ******* le chances.
The club have said defender William Saliba is set to miss an "extended period" after suffering a back injury while at the World Cup with France.
Saliba, 25, made 50 appearances in all competitions for ******* nal last season and his formidable partnership with team-mate Gabriel was a big factor in them conceding fewer goals than anyone else in the division.
Arsenal have a tricky start to the season, facing Aston Villa and Chelsea in two of their first three matches.
#arsenal #title #injury #World
But a lengthy injury to a key starter could affect their ******* le chances.
The club have said defender William Saliba is set to miss an "extended period" after suffering a back injury while at the World Cup with France.
Saliba, 25, made 50 appearances in all competitions for ******* nal last season and his formidable partnership with team-mate Gabriel was a big factor in them conceding fewer goals than anyone else in the division.
Arsenal have a tricky start to the season, facing Aston Villa and Chelsea in two of their first three matches.
#arsenal #title #injury #World
2 months ago
Arsenal have reportedly been monitoring Jurrien Timber closely after he underwent a minor operation on a groin issue weeks ago. ******* nal manager Mikel Arteta already has fitness headaches to deal with at the Emirates Stadium club ahead of next season. The Gunners boss will be without William Saliba when the 2026-27 campaign kicks off, and Timber will be desperate to return to action for the North London club before the end of pre-season.
The Netherlands international defender missed the World Cup as a result of the injury but has been training with the ******* nal team so far. However, he has yet to make a full return and it is unknown if he will be available for their first pre-season fixture against Girona on Saturday. Timber missed most of the ******* le run-in last term due to the longstanding issue and will hope to be fully fit when the new season starts.
Arsenal also take on Real Betis, Borussia Dortmund and Como in pre-season before facing Manchester City in the Community Shield on August 16. They kick off their ******* le defence at home against newly-promoted Coventry City on August 21.
#arsenal #season #city #ISSUE
The Netherlands international defender missed the World Cup as a result of the injury but has been training with the ******* nal team so far. However, he has yet to make a full return and it is unknown if he will be available for their first pre-season fixture against Girona on Saturday. Timber missed most of the ******* le run-in last term due to the longstanding issue and will hope to be fully fit when the new season starts.
Arsenal also take on Real Betis, Borussia Dortmund and Como in pre-season before facing Manchester City in the Community Shield on August 16. They kick off their ******* le defence at home against newly-promoted Coventry City on August 21.
#arsenal #season #city #ISSUE
2 months ago
France now has the leader it had dreamed of for years. The French Football Federation (FFF) has officially appointed Zinédine Zidane as the new national team manager.
The 54-year-old coach succeeds Didier Deschamps, who stepped down after the 2026 World Cup following 14 years in charge of the team.
Zidane's challenge will be to match, or at least come close to, Deschamps' achievements, after he led France to World Cup glory in 2018 and another final in 2022.
Considered one of the greatest players of all time, Zidane now takes charge of the country he captained to both the World Cup and European Championship ***** les. His managerial résumé is just as impressive, with three consecutive Champions League ***** les and two La Liga crowns won across his two spells in charge of Real Madrid.
Zidane's first challenge will be to lead France in the UEFA Nations League before turning his focus to qualification for Euro 2028, with a squad that still boasts top-level talent such as Kylian Mbappé, Aurélien Tchouaméni and William Saliba.
#deschamps #league #titles
The 54-year-old coach succeeds Didier Deschamps, who stepped down after the 2026 World Cup following 14 years in charge of the team.
Zidane's challenge will be to match, or at least come close to, Deschamps' achievements, after he led France to World Cup glory in 2018 and another final in 2022.
Considered one of the greatest players of all time, Zidane now takes charge of the country he captained to both the World Cup and European Championship ***** les. His managerial résumé is just as impressive, with three consecutive Champions League ***** les and two La Liga crowns won across his two spells in charge of Real Madrid.
Zidane's first challenge will be to lead France in the UEFA Nations League before turning his focus to qualification for Euro 2028, with a squad that still boasts top-level talent such as Kylian Mbappé, Aurélien Tchouaméni and William Saliba.
#deschamps #league #titles
3 months ago
Arsenal have a problem, and it is a serious one. William Saliba, arguably the club’s most important defender, is set for a long spell out after suffering a back injury during France’s World Cup semi-final defeat to Spain. According to Sky Sports, ****** nal are now looking hard at the centre-back market, with John Stones and Ezri Konsa among the names under consideration.
That much is logical. Saliba has “avoided the need for surgery” but still faces “a lengthy period of rehabilitation”. You do not lose a defender of that calibre and pretend your existing depth solves everything. ****** nal have numbers at the back, yes, but top-level sides do not build plans around wishful thinking. They build around certainty, availability and profile.
That is where this story gets interesting. Stones and Konsa are both credible options, both known quantities in the Premier League, and both capable of playing at right-back. The similarity ends there.
Arsenal have already moved to “consolidated their defensive options” by signing Piero Hincapie permanently after his loan from Bayer Leverkusen. They also have Gabriel, Riccardo Calafiori, Cristhian Mosquera, Jurrien Timber and Ben White available, or close to available, across the defensive line.
But context matters. White is only just back in training after the knee injury he suffered in May. Timber has said he is “hopefully back soon” as he recovers from a groin problem. In other words, there are still too many variables. Arteta cannot go into the season knowing Saliba is out for an “extended period” and simply hope the rest of the puzzle pieces stay in place.
#stones #konsa
That much is logical. Saliba has “avoided the need for surgery” but still faces “a lengthy period of rehabilitation”. You do not lose a defender of that calibre and pretend your existing depth solves everything. ****** nal have numbers at the back, yes, but top-level sides do not build plans around wishful thinking. They build around certainty, availability and profile.
That is where this story gets interesting. Stones and Konsa are both credible options, both known quantities in the Premier League, and both capable of playing at right-back. The similarity ends there.
Arsenal have already moved to “consolidated their defensive options” by signing Piero Hincapie permanently after his loan from Bayer Leverkusen. They also have Gabriel, Riccardo Calafiori, Cristhian Mosquera, Jurrien Timber and Ben White available, or close to available, across the defensive line.
But context matters. White is only just back in training after the knee injury he suffered in May. Timber has said he is “hopefully back soon” as he recovers from a groin problem. In other words, there are still too many variables. Arteta cannot go into the season knowing Saliba is out for an “extended period” and simply hope the rest of the puzzle pieces stay in place.
#stones #konsa
3 months ago
Speaking exclusively to Get French Football News, former France, ***** nal and Chelsea defender William Gallas remains of the view that William Saliba's performances for France are not at the same level as those for ***** nal.
Last time we spoke you said that William Saliba hadn't yet shown his ***** nal form for France. Has the World Cup changed your view on that? And how do you think ***** nal will cope without him?
His performance was not the same as he played for ***** nal.
He had a good performance. But what I've seen – and I know exactly because I was in that situation – if you remember during the World Cup, Saliba played on the left side.
And normally with ***** nal, he plays on the right side. So when he plays with ***** nal, you can see he has that confidence, because he knows that position very well, you know, right-footed, the movement looks like it's very simple and easy. When he plays on the left side, it's different because he has to be more focused because when he receives the ball, normally the ball has to be on his left foot, but because he's on the right foot, he has to control the ball differently.
#arsenal
Last time we spoke you said that William Saliba hadn't yet shown his ***** nal form for France. Has the World Cup changed your view on that? And how do you think ***** nal will cope without him?
His performance was not the same as he played for ***** nal.
He had a good performance. But what I've seen – and I know exactly because I was in that situation – if you remember during the World Cup, Saliba played on the left side.
And normally with ***** nal, he plays on the right side. So when he plays with ***** nal, you can see he has that confidence, because he knows that position very well, you know, right-footed, the movement looks like it's very simple and easy. When he plays on the left side, it's different because he has to be more focused because when he receives the ball, normally the ball has to be on his left foot, but because he's on the right foot, he has to control the ball differently.
#arsenal
3 months ago
Real Madrid open to selling Aurelien Tchouameni to Manchester United, ******* nal eye John Stones and Ezri Konsa, Chelsea favourites for Kerim Alajbegovic, Yan Diomande back on radar of Premier League clubs and Daizen Maeda set for Ipswich Town move.
La Liga giants Real Madrid are open to selling 26-year-old France defensive midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni to Manchester United. (Sun)
AS Roma and France midfielder Manu Kone, 25, and Brighton's 22-year-old Cameroon international Carlos Baleba are also being considered by Manchester United as they aim to strengthen their midfield. (Sky Sports)
Bournemouth's 27-year-old United States midfielder Tyler Adams, valued at about £35m, is also an option for Michael Carrick's side. (Mail)
Former Manchester City defender John Stones, 32, and 28-year-old Ezri Konsa of Aston Villa are among ******* nal targets as the Gunners turn to the England duo after an injury to France defender William Saliba, 25. (Sky Sports)
#midfielder #arsenal
La Liga giants Real Madrid are open to selling 26-year-old France defensive midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni to Manchester United. (Sun)
AS Roma and France midfielder Manu Kone, 25, and Brighton's 22-year-old Cameroon international Carlos Baleba are also being considered by Manchester United as they aim to strengthen their midfield. (Sky Sports)
Bournemouth's 27-year-old United States midfielder Tyler Adams, valued at about £35m, is also an option for Michael Carrick's side. (Mail)
Former Manchester City defender John Stones, 32, and 28-year-old Ezri Konsa of Aston Villa are among ******* nal targets as the Gunners turn to the England duo after an injury to France defender William Saliba, 25. (Sky Sports)
#midfielder #arsenal
