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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.

The England international looks set to swap adidas for a new boot supplier - but what could have motivated this shock parting of ways?

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.