Arsenal Daily News Roundup
Mikel Arteta hails Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz as a ‘weapon’ when paired up front, citing their movement and efficiency as spaces open. He used the duo after Viktor Gyokeres went off v Chelsea.
Spurs assess January forwards after Richarlison’s injury, including Karim Adeyemi, Christos Tzolis, Jorgen Strand Larsen and Dusan Vlahovic, who previously rejected Arsenal for Juventus.
Profile of Viv Anderson, England’s first black men’s international, who starred at right-back for Arsenal from 1984-87 and won the 1987 League Cup under George Graham.
Roy Keane criticises Gabriel Martinelli over his flashpoint with Conor Bradley, while Ian Wright defends the Arsenal winger’s intent during the 0-0 draw with Liverpool.
Owner Stan Kroenke becomes the largest private US landowner after buying 937,000-acre Singleton Ranches, while Arsenal sit six points clear and lead Chelsea 3-2 in the Carabao Cup semi-final.
Footage shows Declan Rice in a heated tunnel exchange with assistant Albert Stuivenberg during the 3-2 win at Chelsea, with Gabriel intervening. A lip reader claims Rice said ‘just go’ and an expletive.
Arteta hails Martin Zubimendi as ‘similar’ to Declan Rice after his composed goal at Chelsea, praising his carrying, duels and versatility that lets Rice attack more in Arsenal’s midfield pairing.
Sean Dyche signals a low block for Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal, stressing shape, hard work and waiting for chances, after a 0-0 blueprint against Arteta’s side in 2024.
Arsenal have reportedly made formal steps to sign Lille’s 18-year-old midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, valued around £43m, amid rival interest from PSG, Chelsea and Real Madrid.
Arsenal plan a new deal for Mikel Arteta to 2029, reflecting belief in his project with the team six points clear, strong defensively and recent top-two finishes. He last extended in 2024 to 2027.
Arsenal will not loan out Ethan Nwaneri despite limited minutes after arrivals of Eberechi Eze and Noni Madueke, with the club opting to ease the 18-year-old into senior football.
William Saliba says he is ‘tired’ of empty seasons and targets trophies, insisting Arsenal will fight for the Carabao Cup, FA Cup, Champions League and Premier League this year.
Arsenal, led by sporting director Andrea Berta, are tracking Rennes centre-back Jeremy Jacquet for a future move, with Ben White tipped as a possible departee and rivals also keen.
Phil Foden says the title is decided now by ‘must-win’ games, adds there is extra pressure and he does not focus on Arsenal. Gunners are six points clear of Man City at this stage.
Marc Guehi accepts a £20m Man City move, with Crystal Palace approving the deal. Arsenal and Liverpool interest had been for the summer, but City move fast to land the 25-year-old centre-back.
