Marseille move risks Nwaneri loan, Arsenal weigh Brentford calls
After Gyökeres’ brace in the 3-0 win at Sunderland, Dimitar Berbatov says the £63m striker is ‘not yet’ world class and needs consistent goals, though Arteta praised his impact and form.
Pochettino says Arsenal signing Danny Welbeck opened the door for Harry Kane at Spurs, as a failed Tottenham move left Kane as third striker, sparking his rise.
Thomas Frank reportedly irritated Tottenham players by repeatedly praising Arsenal, referencing them in pressers and even being seen with an Arsenal-branded cup, prompting dressing-room frustration.
Under-fire Spurs boss Thomas Frank insists he will face Arsenal despite a 2-1 loss to Newcastle and relegation fears, citing injuries and backing from ownership ahead of the 22 February derby.
Report claims Arsenal hold regular talks for Atlético forward Julián Álvarez, priced at £100m. Barcelona, PSG and Chelsea also interested. Álvarez has 11 goals and 5 assists this season.
Preview tips Gyökeres to start after a brace. Saka and Ødegaard are doubts, Trossard a fitness worry. Predicted 4-2-3-1 with Raya, Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapié, Zubimendi, Rice, Madueke, Havertz, Martinelli.
Arsenal Women face OH Leuven again in a UWCL play-off first leg after December’s 3-0 win. Renee Slegers urges humility over a two-leg ‘different scenario’, with Chelsea awaiting in the quarter-finals.
Arsenal renew a £100m Barclays working capital facility to manage cash flow. Owner funding since 2018 totals £334m, revenues surge, and Emirates expansion is under consideration.
Marseille plan to sack Roberto De Zerbi after poor results, jeopardising Ethan Nwaneri’s minutes. Arteta said De Zerbi was key to the loan. No recall clause means Arsenal cannot bring Nwaneri back early.
