After Vito Mannone moved to Hull on loan there was some suggestion that he had made available a space for non homegrown players to arrive.

Unfortunately this isn't the case. For the 2011/12 season we named five homegrown players over the age of 21, and 17 (the maximum allowed) non homegrown players.

After Vito Mannone moved to Hull on loan there was some suggestion that he had made available a space for non homegrown players to arrive.

Unfortunately this isn't the case. For the 2011/12 season we named five homegrown players over the age of 21, and 17 (the maximum allowed) non homegrown players.

Kolo and his brother will soon meet up with fellow academy-ites Kalou, Eboue and Gervinho at the African Cup of Nations in .

When Gervinho, Salomon Kalou, Emmanuel Eboué and the brothers Touré convene in for the African Cup of Nations tournament to play for the Ivory Coast, it's a high school reunion of sorts.

After Vito Mannone moved to Hull on loan there was some suggestion that he had made available a space for non homegrown players to arrive.

Unfortunately this isn't the case. For the 2011/12 season we named five homegrown players over the age of 21, and 17 (the maximum allowed) non homegrown players.

When Sagna was out injured not too long ago, Arsenal have since been suffering in the right back position. Bacary Sagna has been an extremely important part to the Arsenal backline, his backup will also be essential as seen in recent matches where Arsenal look rather vulnerable on the right. So the question comes, should [.

Emmauel Eboue was a cult hero for the Gooners. Naturally, it was shocking to hear of the news that he had left the club for Galatasaray. Arsene Wenger was no slouch either, signing Carl Jenkinson in response to the Ivorian's departure. As the experienced Eboue had proven to be an able deputy to the fantastic [.

Emmauel Eboue was a cult hero for the Gooners. Naturally, it was shocking to hear of the news that he had left the club for Galatasaray. Arsene Wenger was no slouch either, signing Carl Jenkinson in response to the Ivorian's departure. As the experienced Eboue had proven to be an able deputy to the fantastic [.

By CALEB SONNELAND

With his contract at the LA Galaxy set to expire at the end of December, it's still unsure whether or not David Beckham will be playing in MLS for the 2012 season.

After the former England international helped his side to its third MLS Cup (the last coming in 2005), Beckham was quizzed about his well-publicized future in the game.

The criticism of Arsène for trying to force square pegs into round holes has frequently been levelled over recent seasons. Bendtner, Eboue and Arshavin in particular have all been deployed in areas that would not be their first choice let alone the Championship Managers among us. The reason for this has generally been a lack of depth in the squad exacerbated by the perennial injury problems that have depleted us so cruelly at vital times.

After yesterday's debacle, it is time to take a step back and see where we are, how did we get he and what the future holds. There is no point in analysing yesterday's match, it is certified XXX in the minds of all Arsenal fans.

We all knew it was not going to be an easy match but the roots of the result go back, probably two or three seasons ago.

After yesterday's debacle, it is time to take a step back and see where we are, how did we get he and what the future holds. There is no point in analysing yesterday's match, it is certified XXX in the minds of all Arsenal fans.

We all knew it was not going to be an easy match but the roots of the result go back, probably two or three seasons ago.

Following Saturday's performance, we were slightly buoyed yesterday to be linked with Arteta, Kaka and M'Vila. Wenger has also gone on record that we are looking bringing in experience and we are looking at a couple of buys, this was however qualified with the usual, we are not near bringing in any players yet.

It's now or never for Wenger. The squad is the weakest since Arsene's reign started that there is no doubt. Suspensions and injuries are mounting and we have only played three games. Our squad for today included two players who are outward bound and contained 8 youngsters.

Whilst we could see the potential in both Frimpong and Miguel today, trophies are not won with potential, but as Wenger told us in May with experience.

It's now or never for Wenger. The squad is the weakest since Arsene's reign started that there is no doubt. Suspensions and injuries are mounting and we have only played three games. Our squad for today included two players who are outward bound and contained 8 youngsters.

Whilst we could see the potential in both Frimpong and Miguel today, trophies are not won with potential, but as Wenger told us in May with experience.

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Last four head-to-head:
1-1 (a) 03.20.11
1-1 (h) 09.25.10
0-1 Arsenal (a) 03.28.10
1-2 Arsenal (h) 10.17.09
Referee: Martin Atkinson
Guess at a line-up:
Reina
Kelly Carragher Agger Enrique
Lucas Adam
Kuyt Suarez Downing
Carroll
Two things.

Liverpool travel to the Emirates on Saturday to face Arsenal in a 12:45 Premier League kick off, a ground that has so far not been too kind to the Reds in terms of positive results.

The last visit to Arsenal saw the game end in a 1-1 draw in a match of late drama as Robin Van Persie put the Gunners ahead in the 98th minute only to see Dirk Kuyt grab a point for the visitors in the 102nd minute.

Arsenal beat Udinese 1-0 in the first leg of the Champions League play-off. Ramsey looked good in midfield, Gervinho ran his heart out, Vermaelen was solid and Szczesny showed why we do need another goalkeeper.

The game started well for Arsenal, with Theo given us the lead after four minutes, after that though it was backs to the wall as Udinese caused us many problems.

Liverpool face Arsenal on Saturday at noon not having beaten the Gunners in seven straight attempts.
In fact the last time the Reds beat Arsene Wenger's men tasted defeat to Liverpool was in a Champion's League match in 2008 under Rafa Benitez winning by 4 goals to 2.
Since then, Liverpool have played Arsenal seven times, drawing four and losing three, bad reading isn't it.

By Chris Wright

With his move to Galatasaray all signed and sealed as of this afternoon, we salute Arsenal's greatest ever right-back (yep) with a 'Best Of...' compilation album that spans his peerless six years with the Gunners...

Track 1: 'Champagne Supernova'

Track 2: 'Bend Me, Shape Me, Anyway You Want Me'

Track 3: 'Tiger Feet'

Track 4: 'The Frog Chorus'

Track 5: 'Big Yellow Taxi'

Track 6: 'Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas'

Track 7: 'I'm In The Mood For Dancing'

Track 8: '(Let Me Be Your Lovin) Teddy Bear'

Track 9: 'Dressed To Kill'

Track 10: 'Lost In Translation'

Track 11: 'Wires'

Even the completion of Eboue's move to Galatasaray was cocked-up, with the Ivorian apparently touching down in Turkey just as the Gala officials got off the plane at Heathrow to finalize the deal then again, did anyone really expect it would go completely smoothly?

Benfica 2-1 Arsenal

Aimar 49,

Nolito 60 van Persie 33

It started well enough and we tried hard enough. That is the best I can say.

Gervinho looked good and went close twice before Arshavin played Gibbs in, who found van Persie for a cool finish.

The team is in Portugal tonight to play our last pre-season warm-up against Benfica. Kick-off is 7:45 UK time, 2:45pm Eastern, 11:45am Pacific. The liveblog will start an hour before the game. Come on by and give us your thoughts. Liveblog is at the bottom.
Benfica had a strong, strong team two seasons ago, winning the Portuguese league, but that squad has since been partially dismantled, some in high-profile moves to big European teams:

Fábio Coentrão and Ángel Di María went to Real Madrid, Ramires and David Luiz joined Chelsea, and Nuno Gomes (Euro 2004, anyone?

Written by Harry

Well it was an early start as I had to get my eldest boy, Luke, to the ground for 0930hrs, as he was due to meet the squad as a thank you for been a ball boy last season........So Reece, my youngest, and I were at the ground nice and early with little going on, supposedly there was meant to be more happening, but perhaps the rain stopped that.

Another day of excitement for Arsenal in the transfer market without anything actually happening!

Mata has been reported to have tied his colours to the Arsenal mast and rejected Harry Redknapp's overtures, and nobody actually blames him. Spurs have had their one season In the Champions League, the DVD Box Set has been produced to keep the fans sweet, whilst Arsenal with the acquisition of players like Mata and keeping van Persie fit will challenge for the title next season.

Another day of excitement for Arsenal in the transfer market without anything actually happening!

Mata has been reported to have tied his colours to the Arsenal mast and rejected Harry Redknapp's overtures, and nobody actually blames him. Spurs have had their one season In the Champions League, the DVD Box Set has been produced to keep the fans sweet, whilst Arsenal with the acquisition of players like Mata and keeping van Persie fit will challenge for the title next season.

I know there are more substantive things to blog about at the moment, but for today, I'll take a slight detour. We'll be back soon to discuss the transfer comings and goings. I believe the sales of Eboue and JET are close, there is always Cesc news, and then there are rumors about Cazorla, Campbell, Jagielka, and Enrique.

When the season came to a close, Arsene stated that we needed a bit more strength and experience in the squad, in particular in defence. The old sage has since enlightened us with the fact that he will be busy this summer, this was then refined that most business will be done at the end of July .

It is being reported today that Arsenal have agreed a £4m fee with the Turkish giants Galatasary for the 28 year-old defender Emmanuel Eboue, and he is leaving with Arsene Wenger's blessing. We all knew that Denilson and Bendtner were going to be out the door, but Eboue was thought to be staying at Arsenal [.

Adeus Denilson. Ta-da for now (though I am prepared to wager that the ‘for now' part will become ‘for good').

Denilson's departure reminded me that this summer was as much about clearing out some deadwood as it was about bringing in some alivewood [find a new word - Ed]. He's the first of the exclusive gang to go though who is in that gang is subjective and ebbs and flows accordingly.

The ever-erratic Arsenal defender Emmanuel Eboue has reached the great age of 28, but has never really made a name for himself as a regular in the Gunners first team. He was a near hate-figure for the Arsenal fans a few seasons ago but has now become like a lovable uncle that cheers up his [...]

I was always a staunch supporter of women playin with each other you know? Get in there and get physical, that's how the game should be.

- Andy Gray, on the Women's World Cup

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- Response from the rest of the world

I have so far caught.

I was always a staunch supporter of women playin with each other you know? Get in there and get physical, that's how the game should be.

- Andy Gray, on the Women's World Cup

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- Response from the rest of the world

I have so far caught.

Good morning to you.

It's Friday again. That means we've gone through another week without any of the following things happening:

1. Signing a new player
2. Signing more than one new player
3. Selling a player who has said they want to leave the club but for whom nobody has bid
4. Selling a player we wouldn't mind keeping but who is being a dick so we might as well sell him
5. Selling a player we definitely don't want to sell

You'll notice how I finished on a positive note there.

An early one today as Brainy Joe here foolishly agreed to a 5-a-side tournament at 10am on a Sunday morning. A Sunday morning after being out the night before. Still, this feels like familiar ground for some reason.

Rounding up what's going on this Sunday in breakneck fashion. We'll start with The Mirror and something positive before we head into the 'Christ, they're all gonna leave' stuff.

Arsenal fans are gearing themselves for an influx of players, we are waiting with baited breath. We are also aware that the exodus from the Emirates will be a big one this summer. Players who have not made the grade, others who have not had the opportunity and some who think the grass is greener on the other side of the tracks.

By Chris Wright

With a deal for a near-as-dammit unknown 19-year old centre-back from the third tier of English football already tied up, this summer has already ready been rather hectic in Arsenal terms, though the club's chief executive, Ivan Gazidis has vowed that there will be a distinct turnover of players at the Emirates this close season.

Apologies for the slight lateness of the post this morning but once again I am vexed by hard drive issues. My main computer won't even start up, which is something of a frustration. I suspect it has something to do with the fact that both hard drives (main and back-up) are manufactured by Samsung, the filthy Chelsea twats.

It's the End of Season Awards, everyone! Like with most things related to Arsenal, there's no actual trophy, and the results are meaningless, but hey, it's some good ol' fun! Feel free to discuss the winners and make up your own categories. Drum roll, please:

Best XI (based on play over course of entire season):

Fabianski

Sagna-Koscielny-Djourou-Clichy

Song-Wilshere

Theo-Fabregas-Nasri

van Persie

Bench: Szczesny, Gibbs, Eboue, Ramsey, Arshavin, Bendtner, Chamakh

Player of the Year: Samir Nasri
See: Player-by-Player Season Review

Runner-Up: Robin van Persie (Editor's Choice)

Goal of the Year: Arshavin v Barcelona
See: Top Ten Goals of the Season

Runner-Up: Nasri's goals against Fulham

Most Pleasant Surprise: Jack Wilshere

Runner-Up: Wojciech Szczesny

Biggest Disappointment: Cesc Fabregas

Runner-Up: Abou Diaby

Best Newcomer: Laurent Koscielny

Runner-Up: Marouane Chamakh

Worst Goalkeeping Cock-Up: Almunia v West Brom (Away)

West Brom -vs- Arsenal (2:2)
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Short of the Premier League changing its mind and awarding Arsenal the league title for plucky against-all-likelihood endeavour, the one thing that would have kicked the summer off in a marvellous and positive fashion would have been some early incomings.

Wishful thinking, it seems, seeing that a) in signing terms it's early doors (whatever early doors are) and b) the futures of two very important players are obfuscated if, indeed, obfuscated is the word I'm looking for.

Last week we said goodbye to our lord and master, Martin. He got married on Saturday (Eboue's birthday. Coincidence? I think not) and is currently on his honeymoon. I wish him all the best and I know you all do too. Unfortunately, this will be my last week and I will be signing off and bidding you all adieu on Friday.

The QPR midfielder Adel Taarabt was the undisputed star at Loftus Road last season and was voted Championship Player Of The Year, and Neil Warnock is well aware that he will have trouble keeping Taarabt out of the clutches of a top club, and according to the Star, Arsenal are one of those interested.