Arsenal face Wolves as Havertz and Ødegaard near derby returns
Arsenal to introduce safe-standing at the Emirates, aligning with recent stadium upgrades and seen as backing for Arteta’s vision and matchday atmosphere.
Richarlison is spotted in Spurs training before facing Arsenal. Igor Tudor begins tenure amid injuries to Maddison, Odobert and Kulusevski as Tottenham host the league leaders.
Arsenal reportedly scouted Bryan Gil before Spurs signed him from Sevilla. The winger struggled at Tottenham and later returned to Spain with Girona.
Arsenal target Pio Esposito, 20, with Berta tracking him after 6 goals and 6 assists. Inter plan a new deal to 2031 to ward off interest, with Marotta and Ausilio moving to extend him.
Arsenal are linked with Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembélé, raising Gyökeres questions. Dembélé’s pressing, dribbling and central role highlighted amid Arsenal’s domestic attacking issues.
Emmanuel Petit backs Arsenal to move for Julián Álvarez, praising his movement, end product and fit under Arteta. Chelsea also linked, with a swap involving Gabriel Jesus mooted.
Mansfield owners’ interview is crashed by their son in an Arsenal kit and their dog as they discuss the FA Cup fifth-round tie with Arsenal at Field Mill.
Arsenal are monitoring Inter’s Alessandro Bastoni, valued around £69m. Barcelona also eye the left-footed centre-back, who offers ball progression and versatility. No sign yet he wants to leave.
Arteta says Kai Havertz is a ‘possibility’ for Sunday’s derby at Spurs. Ødegaard also hopeful for return then, not fit for Wolves. Calafiori and White fine to face Wolves after knocks.
Arsenal are sounded out over Nico Williams, who has a £87m clause. Barcelona also appeal to the winger. Chelsea, Liverpool and Man Utd briefed, but price could deter bidders.
Arsenal can go seven points clear with a win at Wolves. Calafiori likely out, Timber and Hincapié to start, Ødegaard doubtful, Havertz out. Predicted XI includes Saka as No 10. Prediction: Wolves 0-2 Arsenal.
Goalkeeper Karl Hein has played only twice on loan at Werder Bremen and is set to leave Arsenal on a free in summer, with no new contract planned, per Football Insider.
At 15, Emerson Nwaneri becomes Arsenal U18s’ fifth youngest scorer in a 4-1 loss to Spurs U18s. Brother Ethan, on loan at Marseille, remains youngest U18 scorer and is backed by Arteta.
Arsenal reportedly lead Spurs for free agent-to-be Leon Goretzka, with Champions League football and Arteta’s project viewed as advantages as the Bayern midfielder nears a likely exit.
Andrea Berta credited with sealing Bukayo Saka’s new five-year deal and renewals for Saliba, Gabriel, Nwaneri and Lewis-Skelly, as Arsenal shift focus to contracts. Arteta hints at Saka in a No 10 role.
Arteta felt ‘exposed’ when a fan sought an autograph at his car after Arsenal’s 4-0 win over Wigan. He followed club security advice not to open windows, citing family safety and protocol.
