Mosope Ominiyi

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Football writer. Objective reviews and analysis of European football. Lifelong Arsenal fan, youth football enthusiast.
Southampton's Gabonese midfielder Mario Lemina (C) is challenged by Liverpool's Brazilian midfielder Roberto Firmino (L) and Liverpool's English midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain (R) during the English Premier League football match between Southampton and Liverpool at St Mary's Stadium in Southampton, southern England on February 11, 2018. / AFP PHOTO / Adrian DENNIS /

Galatasaray interested in Lemina after giving up on Imbula

Galatasaray turn their attentions from Stoke's Giannelli Imbula to Juventus midfielder Mario Lemina, who has been linked with a move to the Emirates.

Bellerín raises over £19k to help Grenfell Tower fire victims

Hector Bellerín is set to donate over £19k to the British Red Cross, in attempts to help victims from the Grenfell Tower fire last month.

Monaco may have to sell Mbappe and Lemar admits Jardim

Monaco manager Leonardo Jardim has admitted that he's unsure whether the likes of Kylian Mbappé and Thomas Lemar will remain at the club, due to their transfer 'project'.

Germany 1-0 Chile: Stindl strike seals Confederations Cup triumph

World champions Germany secured their first Confederations Cup triumph after a narrow victory against Copa America winners Chile during Sunday's final in St Petersburg.
Celtic's highly-rated left-back Kieran Tierney has committed his future to the Bhoys amid interest from Arsenal.

United ready to challenge Arsenal for Kieran Tierney

Arsenal are reportedly set to be rivalled by Manchester United for the services of Celtic's highly-rated fullback Kieran Tierney.

Willock thanks Arsenal

Chris Willock was officially unveiled as a Benfica player earlier this week and has said his goodbyes after 14 years at Arsenal.

Lemar flattered by Arsenal’s transfer interest

Despite two failed bids, Monaco's Thomas Lemar is flattered by Arsenal's interest in completing a transfer deal to sign him this summer.

Robson gets his claws out over Wenger and Alexis

Former Arsenal midfielder Stuart Robson has said that he expects Alexis Sánchez to leave this summer as Arsene Wenger doesn't like confrontation and will be sold if the Chilean doesn't pen a new deal.

Evans ‘hoping to bring something different’ to club

Arsenal Ladies' new signing, Lisa Evans, has praised the club's "mind-blowing" facilities, whilst revealing she's already enjoying life in north London.

Arsenal have received no offers for Alexis

Arsenal are yet to receiveArsenal are yet to receive any formal offers from interested suitors for talisman Alexis Sánchez, despite constant headlines in the media claiming otherwise. any formal offers from interested suitors for talisman Alexis Sánchez, despite suggestions claiming otherwise.
Ismael Bennacer in his sole appearance for the Arsenal first-team

What’s next for Ismael Bennacer?

With pre-season set to begin next week, it'll be interesting to see where highly-rated midfielder Ismael Bennacer ends up once the season begins.
Danielle van de Donk

Van de Donk ‘proud’ to wear the Arsenal shirt

With just over two weeks until the start of the UEFA Women's European Championships in Holland, Arsenal midfielder Danielle van De Donk has answered questions regarding both club and country.

Miyaichi suffers another devastating injury

Former Arsenal winger Ryo Miyaichi has sustained another long-term injury, which is set to keep him sidelined until at least Christmas.

Everything you need to know about the u19 Euros

Ahead of another international youth tournament which kicks off on Sunday 2 July, here's what you need to know about the u19 European Championships.

Aulas not optimistic he can sign Giroud

Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas seems resigned to the fact that he will be unable to sign Olivier Giroud this summer.

Mbappe dig at suitors or just a Twitter change?

It's clear that too much is being read into Kylian Mbappé's future, as recent reports suggest he has aimed a dig at suitors prepared to pay a world-record transfer fee this summer.

Bellerin loses to Germany in final

Mitchell Weiser's first-half header proved pivotal in helping Germany prevail over Spain during Friday's u21 European Championship final.

Rafinha admits uncertain future amid links with Arsenal in Hector Bellerin saga

Barcelona midfielder Rafinha Alcantara admits his future is uncertain as recent speculation links him with a swap-plus-cash deal for Hector Bellerín.

Tottenham won’t stand in Arsenal’s way for Lemar

Tottenham are not planning to involve themselves in a bidding war with rivals Arsenal for Monaco's Thomas Lemar this summer.

Arsenal sign goalkeeping coach

Arsene Wenger is set to bring in a new goalkeeping coach, as the Gunners continue their revamp of backroom staff.

Fulham’s Ryan Sessegnon signs first professional contract

Ryan Sessegnon has ended speculation around his future, at least in the short-term, by signing a three-year deal to remain with Championship side Fulham.

Jardim issues stern message to Wenger amid £100m transfer battle for Mbappe

Monaco boss Leonardo Jardim has issued a stern message to Arsenal in their pursuit of Kylian Mbappé, stating his belief that the wonderkid would be better off in France.

Barcelona set to revive Bellerín interest after U21 European Championship

Barcelona are set to revive their interest in Hector Bellerín after Spain's involvement in the U21 European Championships final this weekend.

Arsenal bid for Lemar rejected

Arsenal have been told that Thomas Lemar is not for sale at any price, after having a £30.7m bid rejected.

England’s U19 squad for the European Championships: Josh Dasilva included, Willock left out

In somewhat surprising news, midfielder Josh Dasilva has retained his England place ahead of July's U19 European Championships, while Benfica-born winger Chris Willock will not feature.

Henry’s message to Arsenal fans about Alexandre Lacazette

Alexandre Lacazette has been heavily linked with an Arsenal move in recent seasons and developments hint that a deal could be concluded shortly.

Snapped: More wedding photos from Joel Campbell and now-wife Fernanda Mora

Joel Campbell married his long-term girlfriend, Fernanda Mora, in a ceremony in his homeland last weekend.

Xhaka lays down table-tennis challenge to his followers

Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka has been spending some of his time on holiday to practice table-tennis skills.

U21 European Championships: Chambers hopes Mertesacker’s mentoring will help him perform against the BFG’s...

Calum Chambers is desperate to make the final of U21 European Championships with England and will have to beat Germany this evening to achieve it, the country of his club mentor.

Arsenal and Tottenham battling for Charlton’s Ezri Konsa

Arsenal could find themselves in a battle with north London rivals Tottenham to sign Charlton's highly-rated defender Ezri Konsa.

Liverpool considering £17m bid for Meyer, with Arsenal and Tottenham interested

Liverpool are tracking the progress of Schalke's creative midfielder Max Meyer and could make a formal offer to sign the German this summer.

19-year-old Nigerian set to make breakthrough at Arsenal sooner rather than later

After excellent performances at the u17 World Cup in 2015, Kelechi Nwakali was a wonderkid whose stock rose rapidly before finally completing a five-year deal to join Arsenal in March last year.

Arsenal boost as Bayern switch their attention away from Alexis

Arsenal may keep Alexis Sánchez after all as rumoured frontrunners Bayern Munich are eyeing up a possible move for Atléico Madrid's Yannick Carrasco.
Theo Walcott

West Ham interested in Walcott move

West Ham have reportedly identified Arsenal forward Theo Walcott as a possible summer target and are lining up an audacious bid for the 28-year-old.

Report: Willock set to join Benfica

Arsenal's highly-rated winger Chris Willock looks set to join Portuguese giants Benfica this summer on a permanent deal.

Goretzka coy on Arsenal speculation

Schalke midfielder Leon Goretzka has said he's focused on Germany's Confederations Cup campaign, despite reported interest from Arsenal.

Arsenal consider move for Gaetan Laborde

Arsenal are preparing to make a move for Bordeaux striker, Gaetan Laborde.
Mathieu Debuchy

Arsenal trio reportedly believe asking price too high

Lucas Perez, Kieran Gibbs and Wojciech Szczesny are reportedly worried about being priced out of permanent moves this summer.
Rob Holding FA Cup final

Rob Holding delivers advice to Arsenal youngsters

Every year, Arsenal take on a fresh intake of players as young as seven at Hale End, with the aim of helping some of them complete a first-team breakthrough in future.
Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown.

Martin Keown delivers message to Kylian Mbappe

Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown has stated his admiration for Monaco's teenage forward Kylian Mbappé, describing him as a mix of Nicolas Anelka and Thierry Henry.