Arsenal slip against Bournemouth as City close in
Arsenal hold talks for Monaco’s Maghnes Akliouche, valued at £52-60m, after 7 goals and 8 assists this season. Chelsea also keen. Report frames him as a creative option after recent attacking struggles.
Arsenal lose 2-1 to Bournemouth at the Emirates, Viktor Gyokeres scores a penalty but Alex Scott nets the winner. Third straight domestic loss leaves City with two games in hand before Etihad clash.
Ex-Arsenal keeper Graham Stack recalls punching a pitch-invading fan while on loan at Beveren in 2002, saying he acted in self-defence during a derby as the match was later awarded.
Hamburg plan talks with Arsenal to make Fabio Vieira’s loan permanent, seeking to adjust an existing clause after his strong season in Germany.
Arsenal join Man City and Aston Villa for Celta Vigo full-back Oscar Mingueza on a free. Arteta values his right-back and left-back versatility amid Ben White exit links. Livescore
Fulham’s Rodrigo Muniz hails Gabriel Magalhaes as the best defender in the world, praising his set-piece threat and Brazil status. Arsenal need his impact as they head to Manchester City next.
Arsenal-linked free agent Leon Goretzka is now said to prefer Serie A, with AC Milan and Juventus options. Arsenal could still compete if they push their project and offer.
Pep Guardiola says City must win every game to catch Arsenal, citing past run-ins and the looming Etihad meeting. City have two games in hand after Arsenal’s 2-1 Bournemouth defeat.
Gabriel Jesus reiterates wish to return to Palmeiras while prioritising Arsenal renewal and Europe. He says there has been no offer from Palmeiras.
Andoni Iraola praises Alex Scott after Bournemouth’s 2-1 win at Arsenal. Eli Junior Kroupi opened the scoring, Viktor Gyokeres equalised from the spot, then Scott struck the decisive goal.
Jamie Redknapp compares Liverpool’s Rio Ngumoha to Arsenal prospect Max Dowman, saying fearless youngsters thrive when trusted. Dowman has 1 goal in nine Arsenal outings this season.
Ex-Spurs midfielder Jamie O’Hara mocks Arsenal, likening training footage to ‘Ted Lasso’ in a social media jibe.
Rafael Leao was booed off in AC Milan’s 3-0 loss to Udinese. Arsenal, seeking a left winger, could exploit the situation to pursue the Portuguese forward.
Viktor Gyokeres hits 18 goals in his debut Arsenal season after netting v Bournemouth, trailing only Henry’s 26 and Sanchez’s 25 for first-year tallies, with several fixtures left to chase them.
Arsenal track RB Leipzig centre-back Castello Lukeba, with a ‘gentleman’s agreement’ reportedly allowing a summer exit. Move would add depth, though defensive departures may be needed.
Atalanta hold firm at €40m for midfielder Ederson, complicating Atletico’s move. Arsenal admire him and could outbid rivals if they act.
Report claims Andrea Berta did not want Martin Zubimendi, preferring other sixes. After a strong start, Zubimendi’s dip prompts calls to move Declan Rice to 6.
Claim suggests Arsenal may sack Mikel Arteta amid pressure to appoint ‘football’s next elite manager’.
Liverpool push to sign RB Leipzig attacker Yan Diomande as Salah successor, rivalling Arsenal. Player’s camp favour Liverpool, but Champions League could sway decision.
