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It is hardly a surprise that Arsenal's enforced wall of silence surrounding the talks with Robin
Van Persie had to be broken sometime, and today it is revealed that the Dutchman wasn't even
interested in listening to any offer Arsenal had to make. The Daily Mirror has finally convinced
(how much was he paid?
The Deadwood Players Conundrum By: JG Figuring out how to responsibly deal with all of the Arsenal
players who are now unwanted, confidence damaged or injured beyond repair has got to be a
significant challenge. Some fans would say "just throw them out of a window and be done with them";
but they are laymen.
The way the transfer window in the summer of 2011 at Arsenal was handled, let alone this
January,...
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The future of Arsenal by KJ Arsenal of recent seasons have been known for their heavy focus on the
‘youth policy' and have been renowned for creating, nurturing some of the best players in the
world. However, this heavy focus on the future has somewhat had a fatal flaw in its design, it has
always [.
When Wilshere comes back, who should we drop? by SV The return date for Jack Wilshere has been
subject to a great deal of fluctuation recently, but the general consensus on sport websites is
that he should be fit to give Arsenal a boost in the final few games of the season. And my ‘few',
[...]
What is Arsenal's best winger combination? by KJ Arsenal's wingers have flourished this season
especially Wenger's newest hot prospect, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain. However, what would be Arsenal's
best winger combination for next season? The shoe-in for everyone must be the 18 year old
Englishman that I mentioned earlier.
Man City Analysis by SV It has been just over an hour since Arsenal deservedly beat Manchester City
and, I'll tell you what, my pulse rate is still well above ninety. This was an absolute cracker of
a match; it didn't have the goals, but it had some stupendous football – all of which coming
[...]
The two man rotational system (Arteta and Song) by KJ In my last article regarding the players that
Arsenal need to by this summer, I neglected the fact that we apparently needed a defensive
midfielder and I received negative comments as a result. However, I want to clear up that
misconception all together.
How much world class talent are we missing? y Richard B. I have always found it funny how stories
are regurgitated in the press. Give a journalist a quote one day and for the next week or month
you'll be seeing slimmed down versions of that quote resurface to confirm or deny whatever rumour
happens [.
Don't Rule Out Lucas Biglia – By JG I know some fans are practically slitting their wrists to see
Arsenal sign Yann M'Vila but come on, he's not the only player that would help strengthen the
midfield. Yes, M'Vila is a great player we know this, but he is not the only option. One player
[...]
No Sell No Buy (By S.H) With 11 days left in the Winter transfer season, Arsenal still haven't
signed anyone. Arsene Wenger, as we know, is verbally parsimonious and enigmatic about recruitment.
You'd never beat him in a board game of "Guess Who." There are a plethora of Arsenal transfer
rumours, linking a myriad of [.
Arsene Wenger is the most ignorant manager in the Premier League which has been the sole catalyst
for the severe lack of success on the pitch. The performance against Manchester United demonstrates
some valid points about the inefficient management style of Wenger. He is a very stubborn man and
sticks to some philosophies that will [.
After that emphatic drubbing of Blackburn Rovers, Arsenal face a tricky trip to the Stadium of
Light to face a rejuvenated Sunderland side who are currently eighth in the table, just seven
points behind Arsenal. Sunderland have been in great form since the arrival of new boss Martin
O'Neil and one could assume that the [.
The board of Directors at Arsenal PLC are very happy to announce their £50 million profit today
which added to their cash reserves gives them a mouth-watering £115 million in the bank to play
with, but the Board are at pains to emphasise that this is NOT cash available to Arsene Wenger to
bring in [.
Jan Vertonghen really could be coming to Arsenal! by KJ I know recently that this story was covered
by the admin. However, I want to go into some more detail regarding how likely it is that
Vertonghen could be coming to the Emirates this summers. Here is the interview for the readers to
refresh their [.
The Midfield Trio of Rosicky, Arteta and Song. by DKD It's his control of that little round white
thing, which has me glued to my television. His off the ball movement, his touches, and his passes.
All in one package. Arsenal's Tomas Rosicky in my opinion is one of the most under-rated
footballers in the [.
Djourou has proved me wrong by KJ I just recently wrote my post match analysis of the game against
Wolves and I completely disregarded anything to do with Djourou simply because it merited an
Article in itself. He was our best defender last night. You don't understand how much it pleases me
to say it.
Stewart Robson slams Theo Walcott by BA With everyone talking about Robin van Persie, the fact that
Theo Walcott also has only one year left on his Arsenal contract has gone largely unnoticed, but we
all know the danger of letting players get near the end of their deals.(Nasri) So, realistically,
it is time to [.
In Arsenal's last four League games the Gunners have scored the first goal of the game, but only
against QPR did they manage to hang on for a 1-0 and even then they didn't do it comfortably.
Aganist Wolves at home you would have expected the Gunners to kick on after taking the lead in
[...]
Arsenal FC: Where EXACTLY Are We Now? by Lorenzo Sallows Lying 5th In the Barclays Premier League,
level on points with a distinctly average Newcastle United outfit, this season has been one of
marked disappointed and frustration for all those who support Arsenal. Goals have become a
priceless commodity with only Robin van Persie willingly [.
Who Could Follow Le Prof? by Lorenzo Sallows I hate to seem presumptuous but the question raised is
a valid one. After the worst season in many years, questions are being asked and Arsene is not the
man to answer them. Do NOT think for one minute I am jumping on the back of [...]
We have turned a corner to a certain extent in terms of defending. With the likes of Vermaelan,
Koscielny, Mertesacker filling the heart of our defence we have added a certain solidarity to our
defending. I'm not saying it's been completely fixed, it hasn't, however, I for one feel like we
can finally hold onto [.
This game was definitely a big one for Arsenal. This would set the tone for a monumental
season-defining week for the Gunners. There was a lot of build up to the game simply because of its
magnitude as well this fixture occurring twice in two weeks. The first half saw good possession by
the Gunners [.
A closer look at the Milan game... However painful it is to do, the Milan game must be scrutinised
in order to understand where it went wrong and, thus, how we can improve in the future. One of the
reasons, cited by many, is that Wenger got his tactics wrong. Many are incredulous about the [...]
It looks like the world depression and the supposedly up-coming Financial Fair Play rules have
conspired to destroy Arsenal's so-called self-sustaining business model. The Gunners youth policy
has led to Arsene Wenger signing up more and more youngsters in the hope that they will one day
fulfil their potential and be sold off at vastly [.
Key battles against Tottenham by KJ The most important game of the season is today. This is always
important to any Arsenal fan especially so where the tides have changed between the two teams.
Arsenal will always be top dog in London but we need to stamp our authority. We've done that
against Chelsea and [.
The Enigma that is Wojech Szczesny by KJ In the December of 2010, Wojech Szczesny earned his debut
for Arsenal against none other than Premier league era rivals, Manchester United. He had an amazing
game against them in the absence of his Poland international colleague, Lukas Fabianski. From there
on he has cemented his position [.
This team has some Invincibles in the making... by KJ Recently I wrote an article describing how
Szczesny was an invincible in the making and he proved me right this weekend. Not only did he
produce a world-class performance when it mattered with a double-save but he stood up and was
counted in the match.
Arsenal have targeted a natural left sided athlete of a footballer in Junior Hoilett. He
began...
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The ‘belief' factor by KJ Recently, I've been analysing Arsenal's mental qualities and presenting
the possibility of a new ‘Invincibles' under Wenger. Although it's very unlikely, it's still a
great possibility to have these types of characters on the field, in the dressing room, on the
training ground.
Arsene Wenger is obviously aware that there are many players that dive and even some of his players
have been accused of it many times in the past, but he firmly believes that you shouldn't
over-react to make things look much worse than they actually are, like Luis Suarez did last in
Arsenal's game at [.
The attraction of top 4 by KJ Arsenal has been consistent according to Wenger since the beginning
of his tenure. In respect to Champions league, he's correct. Arsenal have qualified for Europe's
top tournament for 15 consecutive seasons. Arsenal again look favourites to secure a Champions
league place and I distinctly remember some fans that [.
In Defence of Aaron Ramsey: by SV The injury news ahead of the Newcastle game is extremely
positive, with the following all available for selection: Santos, Arteta, Diaby and Ramsey. For
some reason, however, the latter two names' availability is viewed by many fans as negative news.
This confuses me.
An Analysis of the new Arsenal defence by SV I thought that I would use today to analyse a part of
the Arsenal team which, surprisingly, has had some ambiguity surrounding it in the past season: the
defence. I say this is surprising because Arsenal's defence has, unfortunately, garnered a
reputation of being very poor.
Why Cesc Fabregas is totally different to Samir Nasri by SV Last summer is roundly accepted as the
worst summer, in terms of transfer dealings, which Arsenal has faced in its recent history. One of
the main reasons for that is that the club, be it the manager or board, decided to let go of [...]
The signing of the season: Mikel Arteta by KJ This summer Arsenal lost three key players from the
midfield. We lost Fabregas due to ambition; we lost Nasri to money and lost Wilshere to injury.
Wenger on the last minute of the transfer deadline decided to dabble in the market and spent £10
million to [.
No Mario Goetze for Arsenal by KJ A quick disclaimer: Admin made my last headline to read that
"Mikel Arteta was better than Fabregas." I was only referring to his passing stats and I would like
to stress that I appreciate that they are different players and Arteta was never going to be the
Fabregas [.
Gotze News by SV I shall begin today's post by reiterating some bad news, in case any of you
Gooners have not heard. Arsenal's chances of signing their number one target, Mario Götze, have
been effectively reduced to zero. The German international signed a contract extension with
Borussia Dortmund which commits him to the club [.
Why leaving Arsenal never wins you trophies by KJ On Sunday Arsenal managed to put the final nail
in the coffin of Manchester City's title hopes. They now trail their bitter rivals Manchester
United by 8 points and they look dead and buried in the title race. However, this wouldn't be so
satisfying for Arsenal [.
Van Persie to Barcelona? Arsenal attacked by the media yet again Certain media outlets are
fabricating stories about Van Persie's status at Arsenal again. "Barcelona plan to use Cesc
Fabregas to convince former Arsenal team-mate Robin van Persie about a move to the Nou Camp. The
Daily Star Sunday says Barca will point out [.
