Bryan Swanson has claimed that the final specifications of Manchester United and Arsenal’s Alexis Sanchez-Henrikh Mkhitaryan swap deal could be down to agents fees. Negotiations have been ongoing all week with the Red Devils pursuing attacking talent Sanchez, and we have managed to persuade United to part ways with their Armenian forward as part of […]
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Should Arsenal consider player swap with Man United?
Manchester United are claimed to be eyeing a move for Arsenal’s Mesut Ozil this month, but only if they can offload Henrikh Mkhitaryan in the mean time. The Gunners have been bracing themselves for offers for key duo Alexis Sanchez and Ozil this month, with both having entered the final six months of their contracts, […]
Are FIFA right to choose Arsenal scorpion-kick over Man United’s?
FIFA have released their nominees for the Puskas 2017 Award, and Arsenal’s scorpion kick scored by Olivier Giroud has made the list, while Henrikh Mkhitaryan’s similar finish did not. Manchester United fans have reacted with frustration following the announcement of the Puskas nominations, with Mkhitaryan being overlooked for the award. The Armenian forward won December’s […]
Arsenal’s Giroud baffled by awards snub – With video highlights
Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud has admitted that he remains shocked that he was overlooked for Premier League Goal of the Month award for January. The Frenchman scored an amazing acrobatic goal, described as a scorpion goal, where he manages to beat the keeper despite the ball being played into him awkwardly. Despite the incredible effort by […]
Would Arsenal take Rooney or ANY Man Utd players?
While most Arsenal fans, if not all of us, have been enjoying the trials and tribulations of our old Premier League rivals Manchester United ever since the red nosed devil Sir Alex Ferguson stepped aside as their manager, a lot of us are still surprised that they still have not managed to get it together […]
Do transfer snubs show Arsenal have a BIG problem?
On the face of things it would appear that Arsenal have just about everything to offer that a top player could want in the world of modern football. So why is it that Arsene Wenger seems to be having a bit of trouble in persuading his potential transfer targets to come to the club this […]
Arsenal transfer rumour round-up – Defender demanded, Mkhitaryan update and more
David Seaman today demanded that Arsenal look into signing a centre-back this summer, to go with completed Xhaka and prospective Vardy signings. The former England and Arsenal goalkeeper claims that they ‘need’ a centre-back added this summer, but claims that it is not because they were bad last season, which could be debated… Seaman said: “They […]
Should Arsenal sign Mkhitaryan or Leicester City’s Mahrez?
Arsenal are linked with moves to sign Henrikh Mkhitaryan from Borussia Dortmund and Riyad Mahrez from Leicester City, but it appears (to me) that there would not be room for both in our squad. We already have the likes of Alexis Sanchez, Mesut Ozil and Alex Iwobi impressing in behind the striker, as well as Aaron […]
Will CL football help Arsenal beat Chelsea to coveted pair?
Arsenal and Chelsea are believed to be set to battle for the signatures of Henrikh Mkhitaryan and N’Golo Kante, a battle we would surely win right? Both London sides are looking to strengthen this summer, as they both look to return to the top of the English top division, and two of the best footballers […]
Arsenal and Chelsea falling behind in chase for two targets?
The transfer rumour mill is kicking up steam in the absence of competitive football, but two targets that Arsenal have been linked with could be set to move elsewhere. Henrikh Mkhitaryan has been running the mill in 2016, with reports claiming he has been house-hunting in London, while refusing to sign a new deal with […]
53-goal contributing Arsenal target rejects club’s deal
Henrikh Mkhitaryan has rejected another contract offer from Borussia Dortmund, amidst interest from Chelsea and Arsenal. The Armenian all-time international goalscorer has had a incredible season for his club, scoring 23 goals in all competitions, and assisting a further 30. That form has attracted interest from England, and both Chelsea and Arsenal are linked with […]
Which positions SHOULD Arsenal be looking to strengthen?
We are anticipating Arsenal to have a busy-ish transfer window, but what positions actually need strengthening? We are constantly linked with name after name, with a number of our supposed targets being midfielders, but we have a wealth of talent and numbers in that department, and other areas need looking at also. We have three […]
European giants to run Arsenal and Chelsea target’s contract down?
Borussia Dortmund are claimed to have decided to force Henrikh Mkhitaryan to stay for the coming season, which will likely see him leave for free next summer. The Armenian international has just the one year remaining on his current deal, and has already turned down his club’s advances to extend that deal beyond the new season. […]
Man City boss eyes Arsenal raid? That just cant happen…
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is claimed to have set his sights on signing Alexis Sanchez this summer. The Spanish boss is set to take over from Manuel Pellegrini this summer, with only the DFP Pokal final against Borussia Dortmund left to play out with his current side Bayern Munich. Guardiola was announced as taking over […]