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Arsenal’s January priority: Antonio Nusa emerges as £45m target despite Leipzig’s reluctance
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Arsenal’s January priority: Antonio Nusa emerges as £45m target despite Leipzig’s reluctance

Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal are intensifying their pursuit of RB Leipzig’s Antonio Nusa, a World Cup standout and Bundesliga standout, as their attack remains understaffed after summer sales. But Leipzig’s financial security—and Nusa’s own value—could complicate a deal before the window closes.

7 Nov 2026
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Arsenal’s January Attacking Search Shifts Focus to RB Leipzig’s Antonio Nusa
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Arsenal’s January Attacking Search Shifts Focus to RB Leipzig’s Antonio Nusa

With the left wing slot left exposed after Martinelli and Trossard’s departures, Arsenal are now monitoring RB Leipzig’s 21-year-old winger Antonio Nusa—a player whose clinical threat and Champions League pedigree make him a compelling target for Mikel Arteta’s squad.

6 Nov 2026
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Arsenal’s Liverpool showdown: Gyokeres’ arrival sealed as Guimaraes’ exit reshapes Arteta’s squad
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Arsenal’s Liverpool showdown: Gyokeres’ arrival sealed as Guimaraes’ exit reshapes Arteta’s squad

With the Premier League title race intensifying, Arsenal’s next move is clear: Viktor Gyokeres has joined the club, while Bruno Guimaraes’ departure leaves Mikel Arteta with a tactical conundrum ahead of Sunday’s high-stakes clash with Liverpool. The lineups reveal a squad in transition.

31 Oct 2026
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Arsenal’s future hinges on Bukayo Saka’s evolution: Arteta’s blunt assessment and the winger’s waning impact
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Arsenal’s future hinges on Bukayo Saka’s evolution: Arteta’s blunt assessment and the winger’s waning impact

Mikel Arteta has demanded Bukayo Saka elevate his output to two or three goals per match, while critics like Carlton Cole dismiss the Arsenal star as a ‘passenger’—raising questions about the club’s long-term plans amid a summer of missed opportunities.

21 Oct 2026
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David Raya’s dominance cements Arsenal’s defence as Premier League’s most formidable unit
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David Raya’s dominance cements Arsenal’s defence as Premier League’s most formidable unit

David Raya’s third consecutive Golden Glove campaign is already assured, with 17 clean sheets in the Premier League this season. His leadership has transformed Arsenal’s defence into a tactical masterclass, while Kai Havertz’s late heroics in Europe have further elevated their Champions League ambitions.

19 Oct 2026
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Nottingham Forest vs. Arsenal: A Clash of Contrasts on Super Sunday
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Nottingham Forest vs. Arsenal: A Clash of Contrasts on Super Sunday

Nottingham Forest, languishing at the bottom of the Premier League table, face Arsenal—an unstoppable force in both domestic and continental football—at the City Ground. With Arsenal’s defensive solidity tested and Forest’s offensive drought exposed, this Super Sunday fixture promises a tactical battle unlike any other this season.

18 Oct 2026
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Arsenal’s Defensive Masterclass: How Arteta’s System Makes Them Europe’s Most Unbreakable Side

The first half against Lille was a test of Arsenal’s resolve. The Gunners endured pressure, their defensive shape tested by […]

15 Oct 2026
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Champions League Showdowns: United’s Tactical Shift vs Atlético, Arsenal’s Midfield Battle with Lille
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Champions League Showdowns: United’s Tactical Shift vs Atlético, Arsenal’s Midfield Battle with Lille

Manchester United’s first Champions League start of the season sees Carlos Baleba make his full debut, while Arsenal’s midfield trio of Eberechi Eze, Mikel Merino, and Gabriel Guimarães will test Lille’s defensive structure in a crucial group-stage clash. Both sides seek to build momentum after rocky domestic starts.

13 Oct 2026
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Arsenal’s Champions League preparations shattered by freak double injury to Zubimendi and Hincapié
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Arsenal’s Champions League preparations shattered by freak double injury to Zubimendi and Hincapié

Mikel Arteta has confirmed two summer signings, Piero Hincapié and Martín Zubimendi, suffered severe injuries during a post-match warm-down—an unprecedented blow for Arsenal as they prepare for their crucial Champions League clash against Leeds United. The Gunners now face an immediate midfield crisis, with Bruno Guimarães forced into a starting role alongside Declan Rice.

13 Oct 2026
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Arsenal’s Vinicius Junior Pursuit: A High-Stakes Bid That Could Redraw the Premier League’s Attack
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Arsenal’s Vinicius Junior Pursuit: A High-Stakes Bid That Could Redraw the Premier League’s Attack

Arsenal have moved to the next stage in their pursuit of Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior, with reports confirming alignment at all levels—though negotiations remain at an early phase. The move would force a seismic shift in their forward line, demanding tough decisions about Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli’s futures. Here’s what this bid reveals about Arsenal’s ambitions and the challenges ahead.

10 Oct 2026
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Premier League 2026/27: Arsenal’s Title Ambitions Collide with City’s Dominance as Season Opens
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Premier League 2026/27: Arsenal’s Title Ambitions Collide with City’s Dominance as Season Opens

The 2026/27 Premier League campaign begins with Arsenal hosting Championship winners Coventry City on August 21, while Manchester United face Tottenham Hotspur in a clash that will test the Red Devils’ resilience. The curtain-raiser FA Community Shield on August 16 pits Arsenal against Manchester City, setting the tone for a season where defending champions seek back-to-back glory amid fresh managerial challenges.

10 Oct 2026
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Arsenal’s January transfer strategy: Haaland’s PSG preference and the hunt for a new forward
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Arsenal’s January transfer strategy: Haaland’s PSG preference and the hunt for a new forward

With Erling Haaland reportedly prioritising a move to Paris Saint-Germain, Arsenal’s transfer plans are shifting focus to other fronts—including a potential return to form for Gabriel Martinelli and a renewed push for a winger. The Gunners’ January window is shaping up to be a tactical reset.

4 Oct 2026
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Arsenal’s £55m bid for Jarell Quansah: The missed opportunity that exposed their transfer missteps
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Arsenal’s £55m bid for Jarell Quansah: The missed opportunity that exposed their transfer missteps

Arsenal’s €65m offer for Jarell Quansah was rejected by Bayer Leverkusen, a move that underscores the club’s persistent struggles in securing high-profile signings. The Liverpool graduate’s rapid rise in Germany—and Liverpool’s own strategic investments—highlight the stakes in the battle for Premier League talent.

30 Sept 2026
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Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish has delivered…
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Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish has delivered…

Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish has delivered a decisive rejection to Liverpool’s £50m bid for Ismaila Sarr, declaring the offer ‘never going to happen’—a blunt dismissal that underscores the growing frustration over the winger’s prolonged transfer saga. Meanwhile, Manchester United’s JJ Gabriel’s future hangs in the balance as his representative confirms he will leave by next summer, while Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli’s £60m Saudi exit raises questions about the Premier League’s retention...

25 Sept 2026
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Arsenal’s Kai Havertz Injury Update: Three Key Alternatives as Gunners Navigate Front-Three Uncertainty
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Arsenal’s Kai Havertz Injury Update: Three Key Alternatives as Gunners Navigate Front-Three Uncertainty

Kai Havertz’s availability remains in doubt as Arsenal prepare for a crucial pre-season clash, with Mikel Arteta weighing three potential replacements to stabilize the attack. The striker’s knee injury—exacerbated by a high challenge—has already disrupted the Gunners’ season, forcing a tactical reshuffle that could define their early campaign.

25 Sept 2026
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