Lazio head coach Gennaro Gattuso has made the sensational claim that former Arsenal defender Nuno Tavares possesses the raw attributes required to play for Real Madrid. The Portuguese left-back struggled to make a lasting impression at the Emirates Stadium but has found a new lease of life in Italy.
Mikel Arteta has laid down the gauntlet to teenage sensation Max Dowman as Arsenal prepare for their Carabao Cup third-round tie against Ipswich Town. The Gunners boss insists that while the youngster's talent is undeniable, he must fight for his place in a squad currently competing on multiple fronts.
Cesc Fabregas has revealed that he is looking to his former club Arsenal for inspiration as he continues to transform Como into a competitive force in Serie A. Following a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Parma on Monday evening, the Spanish coach highlighted how the Gunners' tactical evolution has provided a blueprint for his own ambitions in Italy.
Former Arsenal sporting director Edu Gaspar has secured an unexpected return to football by joining the board of directors at Bulgarian champions Levski Sofia. Edu takes on this new challenge shortly after his contract was terminated by Nottingham Forest, where he endured a highly difficult stint overseeing their global football operations across a vast multi-club network.
Arsenal are set to escalate their frustrations by demanding an official explanation from the professional refereeing body, Pro Ref, following a controversial penalty decision in their 2-0 victory over Sunderland. Despite securing all three points, the Gunners are reportedly seeking urgent clarity on the process that led to Ezri Konsa being penalised during a heated exchange in the box.
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