Arsenal injuries, Gyokeres stars, last-16 rivals set
Arsenal may revisit a move for Bayern’s Leon Goretzka, a free agent in summer, but face Spurs and Inter interest. The 31-year-old was called a ‘machine’ by Sami Khedira.
Declan Rice says team trophies come before Ballon d’Or talk and targets momentum from the Carabao Cup final vs Man City to fuel Arsenal’s title push.
Ray Parlour says Gabriel Jesus ‘might leave’ for more minutes. Perry Groves predicts several exits due to strong depth, with youngsters pushing for places.
Viktor Gyokeres wins Matchweek 27 award after a brace in Arsenal’s 4-1 win at Spurs, taking him to 10 league goals. He earned 35% of votes, ahead of Nico O’Reilly. Eze was also nominated.
Arsenal are reported leaders for Lens forward Rayan Fofana at around £39.3m amid interest from Chelsea, Real Madrid and Barcelona. Seen as competition and cover for Viktor Gyokeres.
Piece says Arsenal’s 4-1 win at Spurs after recent wobbles could be a ‘turning point’ in the title race, showing mental resilience despite Tottenham’s absentees.
Report says Arteta wants Piero Hincapie signed permanently for £45m after an impressive loan from Leverkusen, with personal terms already agreed for a five-year deal.
Live page shows Arsenal top the Champions League league phase with 8 wins from 8, 23-4 goal record and 24 points.
Strong opinion argues Arteta should go if Arsenal miss the league title, citing big spending, depth, tactical flaws and reliance on set pieces despite recent signings.
Arsenal top the league phase with 8 wins, best attack and defence, and will host second legs. Last-16 opponents narrowed to Leverkusen or Atalanta after play-off outcomes.
Arteta says surgery ‘went well’ and recovery will take ‘months’ with a 3-5 month range mentioned. Further specifics on Saka, White and Havertz are not given.
Opinion warns Arteta is overplaying Jurrien Timber after his ACL return, noting fatigue and his past admission of playing through pain, with Mosquera and Ben White available.
Arsenal and Man City are said to lead the chase for Brighton’s Jack Hinshelwood, valued at about £39m. Chelsea and Liverpool also interested. The 20-year-old can play DM, box-to-box and right-back.
