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  • EPL: Arsenal target Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman in blockbuster £42.5m transfer

    EPL: Arsenal target Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman in blockbuster £42.5m transfer

    Arsenal are reportedly on the verge of securing Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman from Atalanta in a major £42.5 million swap deal.

    According to Sportitalia, the Gunners have offered €50 million (around £42.5 million) and are willing to include defender Jakub Kiwior as part of the transaction. Including Kiwior in the deal could potentially lower the transfer fee.

    The Polish defender, who was absent from Mikel Arteta’s squad for Arsenal’s season-opening victory over Wolves, is expected to depart North London soon, regardless of whether he joins Atalanta.

     

    Lookman has drawn significant interest following his outstanding performance in the Europa League final, where he netted a hat-trick against Bayer Leverkusen.

    The 26-year-old winger has also attracted attention from PSG and several Saudi Pro League clubs this summer.

     

    Reflecting on his recent success, Lookman said after the Europa League final, “Over the past few years, I’ve been able to elevate my game on a more consistent basis. Maybe it could have happened earlier, but I’m pleased with the progress I’ve made now.

    This is just the beginning, and I’m aiming for more nights like this, to keep improving. That’s the key.”

  • EPL: Salah sets record as Liverpool beat Ipswich, Arsenal defeat Wolves in season opener

    EPL: Salah sets record as Liverpool beat Ipswich, Arsenal defeat Wolves in season opener

    Arsenal began their Premier League campaign with a comfortable win over Wolves at Emirates Stadium.

    Kai Havertz headed in the opener from a Bukayo Saka cross in the first half. Saka then added a second with a powerful left-foot shot into the right corner after a quickly taken free-kick.

    Despite not being at their best, Arsenal controlled the match and deserved their victory.

    Wolves debutant Jorgen Strand Larsen had his header saved by Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya, while Matheus Cunha missed a crucial chance in the second half.

     

    Elsewhere, Liverpool started their season with a hard-fought win over newly promoted Ipswich Town at Portman Road.

    Diogo Jota scored the first goal after a slick move involving Mohamed Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold. Salah then doubled the lead five minutes later, setting a Premier League record with his ninth opening-day goal.

    Ipswich put up a strong fight in the first half but couldn’t match Liverpool’s intensity after the break.

     

    In another EPL opening day game, Newcastle secured a gritty 1-0 victory over Southampton, despite being reduced to 10 men.

    Joelinton scored the only goal after a mistake by Saints goalkeeper Alex McCarthy. The match saw tempers flare, especially after Fabian Schar was sent off for an altercation with Ben Brereton Diaz. Southampton, despite having 19 shots, couldn’t find an equalizer.

     

    Similarly, Brighton’s new manager, Fabian Hurzeler, celebrated an impressive win in his Premier League debut, as Everton started their final season at Goodison Park in dismal fashion. Kaoru Mitoma, Danny Welbeck, and Simon Adingra scored for Brighton, while Everton had a goal disallowed and a penalty overturned. Ashley Young was sent off for Everton in a frustrating match that ended 3-0 in Brighton’s favor.

    Brighton have gone up to the top of the log pending the outcome of the other remaining games of Match day one.

  • I speak to Mikel Arteta sometimes – Wenger

    I speak to Mikel Arteta sometimes – Wenger

    Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has opened up about the club’s current manager, Mikel Arteta.

    Wenger has always been keeping an eye on his old club as they moved up the Premier League table in recent years.

    While they have not won a trophy in a few seasons, Wenger is impressed by Arteta’s work and the fact they nearly pipped Manchester City to the Premier League title last term.

    “I speak to Mikel sometimes,” Wenger stated to the Daily Mail about his former player in an interview at the Olympic Gala Of Champions.

    “I believe in life, you have to do as well as you can and give it all when you are somewhere in a place and after, when it’s finished, take a distance and let other people move.

    “And that’s what I do. And I think you want to leave the place well in a good position where you can do, continue to do well and do even better. And that’s all you can do.”

  • EPL: Arsenal’s Zinchenko to wear new Jersey number next season

    EPL: Arsenal’s Zinchenko to wear new Jersey number next season

    Arsenal has announced that Oleksandr Zinchenko will don the number 17 shirt for the upcoming season. Previously, this shirt was worn by Cedric Soares, who recently departed the club.

     

    Zinchenko expressed his excitement about the change on Arsenal’s website: “The number 17 holds a special significance for me. It’s the number I wore as a young player and have always requested to wear when playing for my country. With 17 now available since Cedric left, I asked if I could switch. I’m grateful to everyone at the club for their support.”

  • Mikel Arteta explains sale of Arsenal midfielder

    Mikel Arteta explains sale of Arsenal midfielder

    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and sporting Edu have explained a recent sale.

    The Gunners have parted company with academy graduate and fan favorite Emile Smith Rowe.

    The Englishman has left on a permanent deal to go and sign for fellow London club Fulham.

    “Emile’s commitment, attitude and energy every day was first class, always stepping up when the team needed him,” Arteta said as quoted by Arsenal’s official website.

    “He came into the first team and was instrumental during a difficult moment for us. He created an important impression, with his strong performances making our supporters proud.

    “I’m sad that Emile is leaving us, but excited for him to take this new opportunity at this stage of his career, when he needs to be starting matches and playing regularly. Emile is loved by everyone at the club and leaves us with our gratitude, absolute respect and best wishes. We all wish Emile and his family well at Fulham.”

    Sporting Director Edu added: “Emile is loved by us all at the club. He has been with us for many years, and we are so proud that he has developed through our Academy system into our first team. It has been a positive collaboration to find the right place for Emile, where he will continue to grow and make his mark on the Premier League.

    “We have completed an important and positive deal for everyone. We thank Emile for everything he gave to Arsenal and we wish him well in the next stage of his career.”

  • Transfers: New report says Osimhen headed to North London

    Transfers: New report says Osimhen headed to North London

    A new report about Victor Osimhen’s deal has it that the Nigerian forward is poised to join Arsenal FC and not Chelsea.

    Recall that Osimhen has already reached an agreement with Napoli to leave the club this summer and has been heavily linked with a move to Paris Saint-Germain.

    Napoli have reduced his price tag from a whopping £109 million to £86 million but many suitors still find it on the high side.

    Corriere dello Sport reports that the Emirates is Osimhen’s most favored destination via The Boot Room, and not Stamford Bridge.

    Osimhen was said to be moving to PSG with Kylian Mbappe having exited Parc des Princes.

    Meanwhile, Mikel Arteta’s side are looking for an out-and-out number nine

    The Gunners could also turn to their Brazilian frontman, Gabriel Jesus, who lost his starting spot to his German teammate towards the backend of the previous season.

    Amid these circumstances, the north Londoners would love to have a big, imposing striker, such as Osimhen.

  • Italian defender Calafiori passes Arsenal medical

    Italian defender Calafiori passes Arsenal medical

    Italy defender Riccardo Calafiori has passed his medical with Arsenal.

    Bologna have accepted an offer from the Gunners for the centre-half.

    Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano is reporting Bologna have accepted an offer from Arsenal for Calafiori.

    He  is now ready to travel to the US together with his agents.

    Calafiori has also agreed terms with Arsenal over a contract to 2029.

  • EPL: Calafiori set for medicals at Arsenal, to join pre- season tour

    EPL: Calafiori set for medicals at Arsenal, to join pre- season tour

    Riccardo Calafiori is set to join the Arsenal squad once the details of his transfer from Bologna are finalized.

    According to The Athletic, the two clubs have exchanged documents for the defender’s transfer.

    Calafiori will undergo medicals with the Gunners ahead of the summer move, which is expected to be a package worth around €50m (£42.1m).

    The defender has also agreed personal terms with the clubside.

    Meanwhile, It is reported that another Premier League team, as well as Juventus and Real Madrid, attempted to sign Calafiori in the last 10 days.

    However, the Italy international has expressed his commitment to Arsenal and has given his word to join the club.

  • EPL: Why my Yoruba name means so much to me – Arsenal star boy, Bukayo Saka

    EPL: Why my Yoruba name means so much to me – Arsenal star boy, Bukayo Saka

    Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka has opened up about his Nigerian heritage in an interview with the BBC.

    The 22-year-old football star highlighted the importance of his Nigerian roots and explained the meaning behind his Yoruba name.

     

    Although Saka was born in England, his parents are Nigerian, and he has always embraced his dual nationality.

    As a graduate of Arsenal’s Hale End academy, he consistently acknowledges his Nigerian culture and heritage.

     

    During an appearance on BBC Five’s Football Daily Show, Saka was asked about his connection to Nigeria. He shared, “It means a lot to me. Growing up with Nigerian parents, but I grew up in this country, so both sides mean a lot to me.”

     

    When discussing the meaning of his Yoruba name, Saka proudly stated, “It means added joy.” He added, “I like my name. If I remember correctly, I think my grandma gave it to me. I have to double-check with my parents, but I think I’m right.”

  • Transfer: Arsenal, Calafiori waiting on Basel agreement

    Transfer: Arsenal, Calafiori waiting on Basel agreement

    Premier League side Arsenal and Italian defender, Riccardo Calafiori are waiting on Basel ahead of his arrival being rubberstamped.

    Terms with Bologna have now been settled, with the Italians now just needing to finalise a method of payment with Calafiori’s former club Basel.

    Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano is reporting: “Arsenal and Bologna have reached an agreement for Riccardo Calafiori, after breakthrough revealed earlier!

    “Understand fee is €40m plus €5m add-ons and sell-on clause.

    “Final step needed: Basel and Bologna to agree 50% sell-on payment terms, then… here we go!”