Arsenal may be forced into a late defensive reshuffle as Jakub Kiwior weighs up his future at the Emirates. Mikel Arteta is eager to retain the centre-back, but the player is reportedly seeking more regular minutes and is open to a move before the summer window closes. The Polish defender had a great 2024/25 season amid a number of injuries but may be further down the pecking order this season.
A dramatic reshuffling is underway at Manchester United as Alejandro Garnacho, Antony, Jadon Sancho and Tyrell Malacia will reportedly remain excluded from first-team operations. Although they will continue to train at the Carrington facility, they will have to do so under separate arrangements.
Mikel Arteta was optimistic about what is to come for Viktor Gyokeres after the new Arsenal striker made his debut in a 1-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur.
The north London rivalry has found a new lease of life on social media after Tottenham forward Richarlison took a cheeky swipe at Arsenal’s Gabriel following their pre-season meeting in Hong Kong. The Brazilian striker, who played a key role in Spurs’ 1-0 win over the Gunners, took to Instagram to share a photo of his Man of the Match trophy and that sparked a online feud between the two stars.
Tottenham Hotspur emerged triumphant in a heated North London derby, held for the first time no foreign soil, defeating Arsenal 1-0 at Kai Tak Sports Park in Hong Kong. The highly anticipated friendly turned into a showcase for Pape Matar Sarr, who delivered a moment of brilliance to settle the contest in Spurs' favour.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has provided a promising update regarding the fitness of Gabriel Magalhaes, Jurrien Timber, and Riccardo Calafiori ahead of the new Premier League season. Speaking after his side’s narrow 1-0 loss to Tottenham Hotspur in Hong Kong, the Spanish manager expressed confidence that the trio will be ready to feature when the Gunners kick off their campaign against Manchester United on August 17.
A pre-season North London derby turned unexpectedly heated when Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta found himself in a physical confrontation with Tottenham Hotspur defender Pedro Porro. The incident, which unfolded in the second half of a tense friendly clash, added an edge to what was otherwise billed as a tune-up match ahead of the new Premier League season.
Pape Matar Sarr scored a stunner as Tottenham beat Arsenal 1-0 in an unsurprisingly fiery friendly that featured a late appearance from the Gunners' new striker, Viktor Gyokeres.
Pape Matar Sarr stole the show in Hong Kong for Tottenham Hotspur, with a sensational goal from just outside the centre circle, lobbing David Raya to give Thomas Frank's side a 1-0 win over Arsenal in a fiery pre-season North London derby. The midfielder’s moment of magic left the Gunners stunned and proved decisive in settling the clash.
Fulham are reportedly targeting a deal for Oleksandr Zinchenko, marking their second attempt to sign an out-of-favour Arsenal player this summer. Currently also in talks regarding a move for winger Reiss Nelson, the Cottagers have now approached the Gunners regarding the Ukrainian left-back, who has fallen down the pecking order at the Emirates under Mikel Arteta.
Arsenal wonderkid Max Dowman has been compared to Lionel Messi by Gunners legend Perry Groves, who has urged Mikel Arteta to nurture the 15-year-old’s talent in the same way Birmingham did with Jude Bellingham. Groves praised the 15-year-old’s unique ability and left-footed grace while calling him a “scary talent” following his impressive pre-season displays.
Viktor Gyokeres has revealed that his move to Arsenal was a straightforward decision, despite late interest from Manchester United. The £64 million ($85m) striker cited the Gunners' history and desire to sign him as key reasons for his choice. The Swede is now set to debut for Mikel Arteta's side in a derby clash against Tottenham on Thursday.
Former Arsenal forward Thierry Henry has received strong backing to take over the managerial reins at his former club and eventually succeed Mikel Arteta. Ex-Manchester United and France striker Louis Saha believes Henry’s passion for the game and footballing intellect make him a worthy candidate for the top job at the Emirates Stadium.