Arsenal ease past Lille as Saka shines in 3-0 win
Mikel Merino said Arsenal’s 'finishers are crucial' after the 3-0 win over Lille, praising the bench’s impact and squad depth as Arteta’s side chase major trophies.
Real Madrid reportedly see Arsenal’s Martin Zubimendi as their only viable January midfield target, with his limited minutes fuelling speculation over a move.
Arsenal are searching for a left-wing solution, with neither Noni Madueke nor Eberechi Eze making themselves undroppable amid Christos Tzolis’ absence.
Mikel Arteta dedicated Arsenal’s Champions League win over Lille to Ken Friar, praising the late club president’s legacy, values and lifelong impact on Arsenal.
Eberechi Eze answered his Leeds setback by scoring Arsenal’s second in the 3-0 win over Lille, with fans praising his impact in the left pocket after a stronger second half.
Arsenal are mentioned as previous admirers of Brentford forward Kevin Schade, who is reportedly valued at more than £59m before the January transfer window.
Arsenal target Nicolo Tresoldi has been backed by Club Brugge manager Ivan Lecko to 'reach the top' in a round-up that also mentions Olivier Giroud encouraging Viktor Gyokeres.
Arsenal have been handed a boost before their next Champions League game against Bayern Munich, with Michael Olise suspended after his red card in Bayern’s 3-3 draw with Viking FK.
Steven Gerrard praised Arteta for giving Max Dowman late minutes on the right against Lille, with Bukayo Saka moved to the left so the Arsenal teenager could play his favoured role.
Viktor Gyokeres endured another poor night in Arsenal’s 3-0 win over Lille, managing 12 touches and no shot before Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard and Kai Havertz helped change the game.
Steven Gerrard hailed Martin Odegaard’s 'magic', saying Arsenal’s captain offers something 'different'. His introduction against Lille shifted the game as Arsenal scored twice in six minutes.
Arteta said Piero Hincapie faces weeks out, while Martin Zubimendi is much closer. He also praised Bukayo Saka for changing Arsenal’s 3-0 win over Lille despite illness.
Arsenal’s hopes of signing Julian Alvarez may have suffered a blow, with the Atletico Madrid forward expected to choose Pablo Barquero, an agent with Barcelona links.
Mikel Arteta praised Myles Lewis-Skelly after his left-back display against Lille, highlighting how well he adapted tactically and physically after time in midfield.
Despite beating Lille 3-0, Arsenal have failed to score in the first half in five straight Premier League and Champions League games, underlining Arteta’s attacking concern.
Arsenal beat Lille 3-0 as Jurrien Timber broke the deadlock before Bukayo Saka set up Eberechi Eze and added the third, extending their strong home European run.
