Tag: Villarreal

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 23: Mikel Arteta and Santi Cazorla of Arsenal at the finsl whistle during the Barclays Premier League match between Manchester City and Arsenal at Etihad Stadium on September 23, 2012 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Arsenal fan favourite explains amazing Arsenal gesture

Santi Cazorla reveals how Arsene Wenger's support during his long-term injury demonstrated the former Arsenal manager's kindness and compassion.
WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND: Cedric Soares and Martin Oedegaard of Arsenal celebrates following their side's victory in the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal FC at Molineux on November 12, 2022. (Photo by Harriet Lander/Getty Images)

Unwanted Arsenal man’s wage demands blocked January exit

Cedric wants gold! Arsenal defender rejects Benfica move for bigger payday
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)

Unwanted man set to stay with Arsenal

Cedric to stay with Arsenal until summer! Turkish transfer fails, and he leave on a free in July
Gabriel Paulista

Ex-Arsenal star signs for Atletico Madrid

Former Arsenal defender Gabriel Paulista is set to sign with Atletico Madrid, closing his chapter at Valencia
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)

Unwanted Arsenal man finally gets admirers as contract runs down

Villarreal shows interest in signing Arsenal's Cédric Soares. The La Liga club is set to start talks for a January move as Cédric's time at Arsenal nears an end.
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.
NAPLES, ITALY - MARCH 03: Victor Osimhen of SSC Napoli reacts during the Serie A match between SSC Napoli and SS Lazio at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on March 03, 2023 in Naples, Italy. (Photo by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Images)

Chelsea striker decision could be good news for Arsenal

Chelsea targeting Victor Osimhen might help Arsenal in securing Ivan Toney, as the Blues shift their focus, potentially easing Arsenal's path to sign Toney.
Santi Cazorla via Real Oviedo

Santi Cazorla’s pivotal role in Real Oviedo’s resurgence

Santi Cazorla's return to Real Oviedo sparks significant on-field success and financial growth, exemplifying his profound impact at the club.
WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 20: Arsenal FC player Rob Holding takes a selfie with a fan while on a tour of the U.S. Capitol Building on July 20, 2023 in Washington, DC. Members of the English Premier League team were led on a tour of the U.S. Capitol a day after playing a friendly football match against the Major League Soccer (MLS) All-Star team at Audi Field. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

Hodgson defends Arsenal fan favourite and questions Arsenal decision

Roy Hodgson backs Rob Holding amidst criticism and offers insights into Unai Emery's tenure at Arsenal
Sadd's midfielder Santi Cazorla looks on during the AFC Champions League group E match between Qatar's al-Sadd and Jordan's al-Wehdat at Prince Mohamed bin Fahd Stadium in Saudi Arabia's Dammam on April 15, 2022. (Photo by YOUSEF DOUBISI/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal fan favourite returns to childhood club on minimum wage

Santi Cazorla's heartwarming return to boyhood club Real Oviedo after 20 years, agreeing to a minimal salary, highlights his dedication and love for the game.
Cedric Soares playing for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

Firm offer expected for €18m forgotten Arsenal man

In the ongoing transfer window, Arsenal's Cedric Soares attracts interest from Villarreal and other Premier League clubs. His absence from the pre-season tour sparks speculation.
Israel's midfielder Oscar Gloukh celebrates scoring during the UEFA Under-19 European Championship semi-final football match between France and Israel at the DAC Arena in Dunajska Streda, Slovakia on June 28, 2022. (Photo by VLADIMIR SIMICEK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal keen on 19yo Israeli sensation

Arsenal are reportedly tracking Oscar Gloukh, the Israeli attacking midfielder attracting interest from Europe's top football clubs.
HUDDERSFIELD, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 09: Denis Suárez of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Huddersfield Town and Arsenal FC at John Smith's Stadium on February 09, 2019 in Huddersfield, United Kingdom. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)

Former Arsenal midfielder escapes nightmare to sign for Villarreal

Ex-Arsenal midfielder Denis Suarez leaves Celta Vigo, signs with Villarreal after a dispute with the club president.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - MARCH 09: Danny Welbeck (L) of Arsenal celebrates with teammates Mesut Oezil and Santi Cazorla of Arsenal after scoring his team's second goal during the FA Cup Quarter Final match between Manchester United and Arsenal at Old Trafford on March 9, 2015 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Ex-Arsenal star Santi Cazorla trumps Ronaldo says Danny Welbeck

Danny Welbeck lauds ex-Arsenal star Santi Cazorla as the best player he's played with, pleasing fans by picking him over Cristiano Ronaldo.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND: Unai Emery, Manager of Aston Villa, reacts prior to the Premier League match between Manchester City and Aston Villa at Etihad Stadium on February 12, 2023. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Unai Emery on his ‘complete and beautiful’ time at Arsenal and Aston Villa ambitions

Unai Emery reflects on his Arsenal tenure and shares his ambitious goals for Aston Villa, including European football and a title challenge.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND: Unai Emery, Manager of Aston Villa, reacts prior to the Premier League match between Manchester City and Aston Villa at Etihad Stadium on February 12, 2023. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Unai Emery reflects on Arsenal differences and Newcastle offer

Unai Emery reveals why he turned down Newcastle United's offer in 2021 and discusses the differences between rebuilding Arsenal and building a new team at Newcastle.
Villarreal's Nigerian midfielder Samuel Chukwueze gestures during the Spanish league football match between Villarreal CF and Rayo Vallecano de Madrid at La Ceramica stadium in Vila-real on January 30, 2023. (Photo by JOSE JORDAN/AFP via Getty Images)

Samu Chukwueze explains why he didn’t sign for Arsenal

Villarreal forward Samu Chukwueze opens up about his near transfer to Arsenal and the complications that led to the deal falling through. Villarreal's Nigerian forward,...
WOLFSBURG, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 18: Ridle Baku of VfL Wolfsburg reacts during the Bundesliga match between VfL Wolfsburg and RB Leipzig at Volkswagen Arena on February 18, 2023 in Wolfsburg, Germany. (Photo by Martin Rose/Getty Images)

Arsenal target Ridle Baku

Arsenal show interest in Wolfsburg right-back Ridle Baku, as Mikel Arteta seeks to bolster the Gunners' defensive options with the club clearly looking for a right-back.
VILLARREAL, SPAIN: Yeremy Pino of Villarreal CF celebrates after scoring a goal during the LaLiga Santander match between Villarreal CF and RCD Espanyol at Estadio de la Ceramica on February 27, 2022. (Photo by Aitor Alcalde/Getty Images)

Unai Emery admits Villarreal will sell €45m 19yo Arsenal want

Villarreal's manager, Unai Emery, has admitted they will sell wonderkid Yeremy Pino if a big enough offer comes in.
TOPSHOT - Colombia's goalkeeper David Ospina (L) collides with Argentina's Sergio Aguero during their Copa America football tournament group match at the Fonte Nova Arena in Salvador, Brazil, on June 15, 2019. (Photo by Raul ARBOLEDA / AFP)

Unai Emery wants former Arsenal keeper amid Real Madrid interest

Unai Emery and Villarreal want to sign former Arsenal keeper, David Ospina, this summer when the Colombian's contract with Napoli expires.
April 29, 2021: Hector Bellerin of Arsenal FC during the Europa League semifinal first leg football match played between Villarreal CF and Arsenal FC at Estadio de la Ceramica in Villarreal, Spain. Copyright: Gerard Franco

Hector Bellerin’s agent meets with Villarreal

Hector Bellerin's agent has met with Villarreal as part of a tour of several Spanish clubs interested in him, according to a report.
SEVILLE, SPAIN - DECEMBER 13: Unai Emery, Head Coach of Villarreal looks on during the La Liga Santander match between Real Betis and Villarreal CF at Estadio Benito Villamarin on December 13, 2020 in Seville, Spain. Sporting stadiums around Spain remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Unai Emery suspended

Unai Emery has been hit with a two-match touchline ban for criticising decisions that went against his side as they lost 2-1 against Real Betis.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 29: Reiss Nelson of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Emirates Stadium on November 29, 2020 in London, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Why Reiss Nelson did not get a loan move from Arsenal

Reiss Nelson ended up staying with Arsenal, despite growing speculation surrounding a loan move throughout the month, so what happened?
VILLAREAL, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 19: Pau Torres of Villarreal CF looks on during the La Liga Santander match between Villarreal CF and SD Eibar at Estadio de la Ceramica on September 19, 2020 in Villareal, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Unai Emery unlikely to help Arsenal sign 22-year-old wanted by Real Madrid

Arsenal are reportedly showing strong interest in Pau Torres who wants a move to Real Madrid who also seem to want him.
Villarreal's new Spanish coach Unai Emery (L) listens to Villarreal's president Fernando Roig during his official presentation at la Ceramica Stadium in Villarreal, on July 27, 2020. (Photo by JOSE JORDAN / AFP)

Francis Coquelin helps Unai Emery win

Francis Coquelin helped Unai Emery to his second win in four games as Villarreal manager ahead of the new La Liga season getting underway.
SHEFFIELD, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 21: Matteo Guendouzi of Arsenal reacts during the Premier League match between Sheffield United and Arsenal FC at Bramall Lane on October 21, 2019 in Sheffield, United Kingdom. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Unai Emery tables €30m bid for Matteo Guendouzi

Unai Emery may well be Matteo Guendouzi's biggest fan, but as the former Arsenal manager wants to bring the midfielder to Villarreal, the youngster might think he's bigger than the club thanks to Emery himself.
Coquelin signs for Unai Emery and Villarreal

Unai Emery signs former Arsenal midfielder

Unai Emery has signed Francis Coquelin and Dani Parejo from Valencia in a deal said to be worth around €10m for both.
VALENCIA, SPAIN - JANUARY 25: Lionel Messi of FC Barcelona is tackled by Francis Coquelin of Valencia CF during the Liga match between Valencia CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio Mestalla on January 25, 2020 in Valencia, Spain. (Photo by Eric Alonso/Getty Images)

Unai Emery wants former Arsenal midfielder at Villarreal

Unai Emery wants to bring Francis Coquelin to Villarreal according to a report in Spain which says the former Arsenal midfielder is up for sale and has interest from a few clubs.
Arsenal's Spanish head coach Unai Emery gestures on the touchline during the English Premier League football match between Leicester City and Arsenal at King Power Stadium in Leicester, central England on November 9, 2019. (Photo by Oli SCARFF / AFP)

Talks take place: Unai Emery’s new club close

Unai Emery is apparently all lined up to take up the Villarreal job this summer as it seems he's away back to La Liga.
Villarreal's Spanish midfielder Santi Cazorla celebrates his second goal during the Spanish League football match between Getafe and Villarreal at the Coliseum Alfonso Perez stadium in Getafe near Madrid on July 8, 2020. (Photo by JAVIER SORIANO / AFP) (Photo by JAVIER SORIANO/AFP via Getty Images)

Santi Cazorla says goodbye again

Santi Cazorla will say goodbye to Villarreal on Sunday as the midfielder makes his way to the next chapter of his life.