Barcelona have emerged as shock contenders to sign Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres as Hansi Flick looks to rebuild his frontline following the departure of Ferran Torres to Paris Saint-Germain. The Swedish international, who only moved to the Emirates Stadium from Sporting CP last summer, is reportedly being considered as a primary alternative after the Blaugrana hit a wall in their pursuit of other high-profile targets.
The new manager has a host of issues to address after a humiliating afternoon at the Principality Stadium that saw the Premier League champions run riot
Mikel Arteta has hit out at the Premier League’s decision to ban the use of towels to dry footballs before throw-ins, jokingly suggesting his Arsenal players might have to wear hats to circumvent the new rules. The Gunners boss fears the protocol change could blunt one of his side's most effective attacking weapons ahead of the new campaign.
Arsenal face a major transfer decision in the closing weeks of the summer window as Real Madrid revive their interest in Martin Zubimendi. The Spanish giants are ready to test the Gunners' resolve after manager Jose Mourinho approved a move for the experienced holding midfielder.
One should always be wary of reading too much into friendlies but it's clear that some clubs - and players - are in better shape than others ahead of the big kick-off...
Arsenal might have just sent a chilling warning to the rest of the Premier League by dismantling Manchester City, but Mikel Arteta isn't satisfied yet. Despite a dominant 3-0 victory in the Community Shield, the Gunners boss is demanding reinforcements before the transfer window slams shut.
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