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Oulad M’Hand shines as Arsenal u21s stage 4-2 comeback

Down at halftime, Arsenal's U21s rally for a 4-2 win over Southampton.
Arsenal's German-born Portuguese defender Cedric Soares claps fans after the UEFA Europa League Group A football match between Arsenal and FC Zurich at The Arsenal Stadium in London, on November 3, 2022. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

From high wages to new horizons: Unwanted Arsenal man in demand 

Out-of-favour Arsenal defender Cedric Soares attracts surprise transfer interest from Turkish clubs Galatasaray and Besiktas, hinting at a possible January move.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 23: Arsenal Unveil New Head Coach Unai Emery at Emirates Stadium on May 23, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Unai Emery Arsenal revisionism needs to stop

Recently, we've seen a number of people attempt to rewrite Unai Emery's time at Arsenal on the back of his success at Aston Villa, but Arsenal fans remember the truth.
MUNICH, GERMANY - JULY 30: Mauricio Pochettino, head coach of Tottenham looks on before the Audi Cup 2019 semi final match between Real Madrid and Tottenham Hotspur at Allianz Arena on July 30, 2019 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Matthias Hangst/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Extensive Chelsea injury list ahead of Arsenal clash

Chelsea's growing injury list casts doubt on their squad strength ahead of crucial fixtures, including a significant match against Arsenal.
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‘Embarrassed’ Arsenal Academy product flying with 19 goals

Arsenal fan and academy product Nathan Tella talks about his journey, role models Thierry Henry and Theo Walcott, and overcoming challenges.
Southampton's English midfielder Theo Walcott (L) celebrates scoring the opening goal with Southampton's English defender Kyle Walker-Peters (C) and Southampton's English midfielder Che Adams during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Southampton at the Emirates Stadium in London on December 16, 2020. (Photo by PETER CZIBORRA / POOL / AFP)

‘Emotional’ Walcott ready to ‘do a job’ against Arsenal

Theo Walcott says Friday's game against Arsenal will be emotional for him, but he has to put his current club first and try to win.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 12: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, looks on prior to the Premier League match between Fulham FC and Arsenal FC at Craven Cottage on March 12, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Key points from Mikel Arteta’s press conference

Mikel Arteta discussed a range of topics in his pre-match press conference, addressing concerns about injuries, Bukayo Saka's mindset, and the state of the title race.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - AUGUST 17: Alex Iwobi of Everton looks on from the bench during the Premier League match between Everton FC and Watford FC at Goodison Park on August 17, 2019, in Liverpool, United Kingdom. (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images)

Alex Iwobi delays new Everton contract amid club uncertainty

Former Arsenal midfielder Alex Iwobi is reportedly holding off on signing a new contract with Everton until the club's Premier League future is determined.
Liverpool's German manager Jurgen Klopp speaks during a television interview after the English Premier League football match between Liverpool and Arsenal at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on September 28, 2020. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / POOL / AFP)

Klopp praises transformed Arsenal ahead of Anfield clash

Jurgen Klopp highlights Arsenal's impressive transformation under Mikel Arteta ahead of their Premier League clash at Anfield on Sunday.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - JANUARY 14: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Southampton warms up prior to the Premier League match between Everton FC and Southampton FC at Goodison Park on January 14, 2023 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Arsenal loanees impact Championship relegation and promotion battles

Five Arsenal loanees played important roles in Championship promotion and relegation battles, with mixed fortunes for the young Gunners.
Southampton's Belgian midfielder Romeo Lavia scores the equalising goal during the English Premier League football match between Southampton and Chelsea at St Mary's Stadium in Southampton, southern England on August 30, 2022. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal want midfielder from relegation-threatened Southampton

Arsenal and Chelsea are interested in signing Romeo Lavia this summer, with the midfielder joining Moises Caicedo on Mikel Arteta's shortlist.
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 19: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Southampton in action during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Southampton FC at Vitality Stadium on October 19, 2022 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Ainsley Maitland-Niles suffers training setback

Ainsley Maitland-Niles could miss Southampton's next game against Brentford due to an injury picked up in training, according to manager Ruben Selles.
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND: Romeo Lavia of Southampton looks on during the Emirates FA Cup Fifth Round match between Southampton and Grimsby Town at St Mary's Stadium on March 01, 2023. (Photo by Warren Little/Getty Images)

Arsenal show interest in Southampton 19yo

Arsenal have shown an interest in Southampton midfielder Romeo Lavia, but they'll need to move fast to fight off the competition.
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND: Charlie Patino of Blackpool scores the team's first goal during the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Southampton and Blackpool at St Mary's Stadium on January 28, 2023. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)

Video: Arsenal teenager scores against Premier League opponent

Arsenal loanee Charlie Patino scored against Southampton in the FA Cup on Saturday, though he ended up on the losing side anyway.
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 19: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Southampton in action during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Southampton FC at Vitality Stadium on October 19, 2022 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Video: Maitland-Niles scores another “ice cold” penalty

Ainsley Maitland-Niles scored another typical penalty for Southampton on Wednesday, helping them win their League Cup shootout.
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND: Dwight McNeil of Everton is put under pressure by Ainsley Maitland-Niles and Juan Larios of Southampton during the Premier League match between Southampton FC and Everton FC at Friends Provident St. Mary's Stadium on October 01, 2022. (Photo by Steve Bardens/Getty Images)

Ainsley Maitland-Niles urges new teammates to be braver

Arsenal loanee Ainsley Maitland-Niles thinks Southampton need to be braver after their draw against West Ham United this weekend.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (R) watches as Arsenal's English midfielder Ainsley Maitland-Niles takes a throw in during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Southampton at the Emirates Stadium in London on December 16, 2020. (Photo by PETER CZIBORRA / POOL / AFP)

Ainsley Maitland-Niles excluded from squad, manager explains why

Ainsley Maitland-Niles was left out of Southampton's squad to face Aston Villa on Friday, with Ralph Hasenhuttl explaining that the Arsenal loanee isn't ready.
Southampton's English midfielder Theo Walcott celebrates scoring the opening goal of the English Premier League football match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Southampton at the Molineux stadium in Wolverhampton, central England on November 23, 2020. (Photo by ANDREW BOYERS/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Reading held talks with Premier League former Gunner over summer deal

Reading held talks with Theo Walcott over a summer transfer, with the former Gunner seemingly falling out of favour with Southampton.
Eddie Nketiah and Ainsley Maitland-Niles in pre-season training (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Ainsley-Maitland joins Southampton on loan, contract extension reported

Ainsley Maitland-Niles will spend next season on loan with Southampton after extending his Arsenal contract.
Eddie Nketiah and Ainsley Maitland-Niles in pre-season training (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Ainsley Maitland-Niles close to Arsenal contract extension and Southampton loan

Ainsley Maitland-Niles looks like he will spend next season on loan with Southampton but only after extending his Arsenal contract.
Ainsley Maitland-Niles warming up ahead of the pre-season friendly against Hibs (Photo via Arsenal on Twitter)

2 Premier League clubs want Arsenal signing before deadline

Southampton and AFC Bournemouth are the two clubs leading the race for Ainsley Maitland-Niles going into the final days of the transfer window.
Eddie Nketiah and Ainsley Maitland-Niles in pre-season training (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Southampton push to sign Arsenal man on loan with buy option

Southampton are pushing to sign Ainsley Maitland-Niles on loan with an option to buy, with Arsenal set to activate an option to extend in...
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 07: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Arsenal battles for possession with Juraj Kucka of Watford FC during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Watford at Emirates Stadium on November 07, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

4 Premier League clubs interested in signing Ainsley Maitland-Niles

Southampton are also in the mix to sign Ainsley Maitland-Niles in the final week of the transfer window, the fourth Premier League club to show an interest.
BRIGHTON, ENGLAND: Kyle Walker-Peters of Southampton in action during the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Southampton at American Express Community Stadium on April 24, 2022. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Ornstein confirms Southampton 25yo on Arsenal shortlist

Arsenal have Southampton's Kyle Walker-Peters on their shortlist of possible targets if they opt to make a right-back signing.
Montpellier's English forward Stephy Mavididi (L) fights for the ball with Rennes' French midfielder Jonas Martin (R) during the French L1 football match between Stade Rennais Football Club and Montpellier Herault SC, at The Roazhon Park Stadium in Rennes, north-western France on November 20, 2021. (Photo by JEAN-FRANCOIS MONIER/AFP via Getty Images)

4 Premier League clubs chase Arsenal academy graduate

Four Premier League clubs and Marseille are in the mix for former Arsenal academy striker Stephy Mavididi this summer, according to a report.
BRIGHTON, ENGLAND: Tino Livramento of Southampton leaves the field after receiving medical treatment during the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Southampton at American Express Community Stadium on April 24, 2022. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)

Arsenal target suffers ACL injury – summer move is off

Arsenal had been monitoring Tino Livramento for a potential summer move, but his ACL injury has put an end to the prospect.
Southampton's English midfielder Nathan Tella (C) takes a shot past Leeds United's Spanish defender Diego Llorente (R) during the English Premier League football match between Leeds United and Southampton at Elland Road in Leeds, northern England on February 23, 2021. (Photo by LAURENCE GRIFFITHS/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Former Arsenal midfielder embarrassed club did not offer new deal

Nathan Tella admits it was embarrassing for him when he found out Arsenal wouldn't be offering him a professional contract.
Southampton striker Armando Broja (R) vies with Arsenal defenders Takehiro Tomiyasu (L) and Ben White (C) during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Southampton at the Emirates Stadium in London on December 11, 2021. (Photo by STEVE BARDENS / AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal monitor Chelsea striker for summer move

Adding to a growing list of potential summer centre-forward targets, Arsenal are now monitoring Armando Broja of Chelsea.
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Thierry Small opts for Southampton over Arsenal

Thierry Small has opted to leave Everton to join Southampton rather than Arsenal or any of the other sides interested in him.
Ainsley Maitland-Niles warming up ahead of the pre-season friendly against Hibs (Photo via Arsenal on Twitter)

3 Premier League clubs interested in Ainsley Maitland-Niles

Leicester City, Southampton, and Burnley are all interested in Ainsley Maitland-Niles this summer, with the player set to leave Arsenal.
Josh Doig of Hibernian during the Scottish Premiership match between Aberdeen and Hibernian at Pittodrie Stadium, Aberdeen, Scotland on 12 May 2021. Copyright: Stephen Dobson

Arsenal now unlikely to sign Ryan Bertrand or Josh Doig

Arsenal moves for Ryan Bertrand and Josh Doig as potential backups to Kieran Tierney both appear to be unlikely at this stage.
Everton v Southampton - Premier League - Goodison Park Everton's Abdoulaye Doucoure and Southampton's Ryan Bertrand during the Premier League match at Goodison Park, Liverpool. Picture date: Monday, March 1, 2021. Copyright: Clive Brunskill

Arsenal to lose out on Ryan Bertrand to Leicester City

Arsenal look set to miss out on Ryan Bertrand, with Leicester City reportedly in the final stages of completing his signing on a free transfer.
Southampton's Ryan Bertrand left and West Bromwich Albion's Matt Phillips battle for the ball during the Premier League match at The Hawthorns, West Bromwich. Picture date: Monday, April 12, 2021. Copyright: Catherine Ivill

Arsenal to make 1st formal offer for Ryan Bertrand

Arsenal will make their first official written offer for Southampton left-back Ryan Bertrand in the next few days, according to a report.
Everton v Southampton - Premier League - Goodison Park Everton's Abdoulaye Doucoure and Southampton's Ryan Bertrand during the Premier League match at Goodison Park, Liverpool. Picture date: Monday, March 1, 2021. Copyright: Clive Brunskill

Arsenal receive Ryan Bertrand free signing boost

Arsenal are stepping up their interest in free agent Southampton left-back Ryan Bertrand ahead of the summer transfer window.

Arsenal want Ryan Bertrand on free transfer

Arsenal are one of four clubs competing to sign Southampton left-back Ryan Bertrand on a free transfer after a breakdown in contract talks.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (R) watches as Arsenal's English midfielder Ainsley Maitland-Niles takes a throw in during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Southampton at the Emirates Stadium in London on December 16, 2020. (Photo by PETER CZIBORRA / POOL / AFP)

Manchester United interest in Ainsley Maitland-Niles should be wake-up call to Arsenal

Manchester United and Everton are reportedly interested in signing Ainsley Maitland-Niles but they want the 23-year-old to play as a right-back which probably won't please him.
West Bromwich Albion v Everton - Premier League - The Hawthorns West Bromwich Albion s Ainsley Maitland-Niles during the Premier League match at The Hawthorns, West Bromwich. Picture date: Thursday March 4, 2021. Copyright: Nick Potts

3 more clubs join race to sign Arsenal 23-year-old

Three new clubs have joined the race for Ainsley Maitland-Niles this summer, with Arsenal undecided on whether to cash in on him.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (R) watches as Arsenal's English midfielder Ainsley Maitland-Niles takes a throw in during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Southampton at the Emirates Stadium in London on December 16, 2020. (Photo by PETER CZIBORRA / POOL / AFP)

Ainsley Maitland-Niles decides to leave Arsenal – even if it’s as a full-back

Ainsley Maitland-Niles has decided to leave Arsenal this summer and has accepted that any attractive potential buyers will see him as a right-back.
Southampton's English midfielder Nathan Tella (C) takes a shot past Leeds United's Spanish defender Diego Llorente (R) during the English Premier League football match between Leeds United and Southampton at Elland Road in Leeds, northern England on February 23, 2021. (Photo by LAURENCE GRIFFITHS/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal academy winger makes full Premier League debut for Southampton

Former Arsenal academy winger Nathan Tella made his first Premier League start for Southampton against Leeds United on Tuesday.
Ainsley Maitland-Niles wanted by Southampton LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 19: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Arsenal looks dejected following his team's defeat in the Premier League match between Everton and Arsenal at Goodison Park on December 19, 2020 in Liverpool, England. A limited number of fans (2000) are welcomed back to stadiums to watch elite football across England. This was following easing of restrictions on spectators in tiers one and two areas only. (Photo by Peter Powell -

Ainsley Maitland-Niles has West Brom medical

West Bromwich Albion are now back in the race to sign Ainsley Maitland-Niles on loan, seemingly leading the race.