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Jose Enrique reveals Arsenal tried to sign him twice

Former Newcastle United and Liverpool defender Jose Enrique admitted Arsenal approached on him on two occasions, once when he was with the Toon Army and the other when he was with the Merseysiders.

Match preview: Arsenal v FC Koln – Team news, where to watch and more

Arsenal begin their Europa League campaign with the visit of FC Koln to the Emirates Stadium on Thursday evening.

Arsenal predicted 3-4-3 lineup v FC Koln: Alexis and Wilshere to start

Arsenal welcome Bundesliga side FC Koln to the Emirates Stadium in the Europa League group stages on Thursday night.
Injury League

Injury League: Arsenal drop to fourth as Everton remain top

Arsenal have dropped to fourth in the Injury League table, with Crystal Palace move up into third. Everton are top and Watford remain second.

Wenger: Coquelin will be out for three weeks

Arsene Wenger has revealed Arsenal midfielder Francis Coquelin will be out of action for three weeks, having picked up a hamstring injury in Saturday’s 3-0 win over Bournemouth.

Cech, Koscielny, Lacazette, Welbeck, Ozil, Xhaka and Ramsey miss training

Arsene Wenger could leave out seven first-team players for Thursday’s Europa League clash, with Petr Cech, Laurent Koscielny, Alexandre Lacazette, Danny Welbeck, Mesut Ozil, Granit Xhaka and Aaron Ramsey all missing training.

Arsenal fans had this to say about Alexis’ return

Alexis Sanchez made his return to the Arsenal side in Saturday’s 3-0 win over Bournemouth, coming off the bench in the second-half to a mixed reception at the Emirates Stadium.

8 Arsenal stories you may have missed: Wenger reveals costly price to keep Alexis

Arsenal could lose a lot of money after a failed deadline day move, a former defender could return to the Emirates, Jack Wilshere has interest from Turkey and a pie-eating goalkeeper learns his fate.

Wenger breaks silence on Alexis’ proposed move to Man City

Arsenal forward Arsene Wenger says he has “no doubts” bringing Alexis Sanchez back into the side after the international break, after the Chilean international nearly joined Manchester City on deadline day.

10 Arsenal stories you may have missed: Alexis in Europa League squad, Gazidis gets...

Arsenal name star forward in their Europa League squad, while the club’s chief executive takes on a new role with UEFA. Fans also vote which person they hold most accountable for the Gunners' demise too.
Injury League

Injury League: Arsenal still third as Everton remain top

Arsenal stay third in the Injury League table, Everton are top and Watford are currently in second place.

10 Arsenal stories you may have missed: Contract talks planned, Wenger’s transfer window gripe

The transfer window may have closed, but Arsenal still have a number of negotiations to make, with so many players’ contracts expiring in the next two seasons.

10 Arsenal stories you may have missed: Alexis’ injury, Bellerin’s transfer request and more

Arsenal’s Alexis Sanchez has a race to be fit for Saturday’s clash with Bournemouth, while a shocking report revealed Hector Bellerin asked for a transfer this summer.
Alexis Sanchez

Alexis picks up injury on international duty

Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez has reportedly picked up an ankle injury that could rule him out of facing Bournemouth on Saturday.
Arsene Wenger manager of Arsenal (right) and Ivan Gazidis, CEO of Arsenal. Picture: Clive Rose/Getty Images

10 Arsenal stories you may have missed over the weekend

There was a lot of fallout after Oxlade-Chamberlain left the club, Arsenal failed to complete a notable deadline day move and Alexis Sanchez nearly left for a new side.

Lucas Perez returns to Deportivo

Arsenal forward Lucas Perez has re-joined former side Deportivo La Coruna, the club has confirmed.

Nwakali joins VVV-Venlo on loan

Arsenal forward Kelechi Nwakali has joined Dutch Eredivisie side VVV-Venlo on a season-long loan, the club have confirmed.

Manchester City make second bid for Alexis Sanchez

Manchester City have reportedly made a second bid for Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez, according to latest reports.
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 28: Lucas Perez of Arsenal looks on during the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Southampton and Arsenal at St Mary's Stadium on January 28, 2017 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)

Lucas nearing Deportivo loan move

According to latest reports, Arsenal striker Lucas Perez is on his way to Deportivo La Coruna, with a loan deal being mooted.

Arsenal rejected two bids from Leicester for Chambers

Arsenal reportedly rejected two bids from Leicester City for defender Calum Chambers, with manager Arsene Wenger keen to keep the right-back and centre-back if the asking price isn’t met.

Inter director says Mustafi won’t be joining Serie A side

Inter Milan director of football Walter Sabatini has ruled out the possibility of his side signing Arsenal defender Shkodran Mustafi.

Alexis, Vazquez, Draxler: 9 Arsenal stories you might have missed last night

Arsenal’s deal to use Walcott as a makeweight to sign Southampton's Virgil can Dijk is a non-starter, while Oxlade-Chamberlain nears a Liverpool move and Wilshere has been linked with Betis.

Kieran Gibbs joins West Brom

Arsenal defender Kieran Gibbs has joined West Bromwich Albion, the club have confirmed.

Arsenal stories you may have missed

Arsenal are reportedly in talks with Paris Saint-Germain over Julian Draxler’s availability, while having extended a striker’s deal at the club and allowing one forward to move out on loan.

Arsenal want Manchester City’s Sergio Aguero included in deal for Alexis Sanchez

Arsenal and Manchester City are reportedly in talks over Alexis Sanchez, with the Gunners requesting Sergio Aguero be part of the deal to sign the 28-year-old. City are keen to keep him, however.

Kelechi Nwakali joins VVV-Venlo

Arsenal forward Kelechi Nwakali has joined Dutch Eredivisie side VVV-Venlo on a season-long loan deal.

Winterburn: I apologise to those who watched the Liverpool shambles

Arsenal legend Nigel Winterburn has issued on apology to the supporters on behalf of the club after Sunday’s embarrassing 4-0 defeat to Liverpool.

Arsenal stories you may have missed over the weekend

Kieran Gibbs close to an exit, Alexis Sanchez names his wage demands, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain unsure about his future and Arsenal ready to trigger £72m release clause for Real Madrid star.

Niang rejects £21m deal and signs off with stress

AC Milan striker M’Baye Niang, who has been linked with Arsenal and Everton this summer, has reportedly rejected a move to Spartak Moscow and will be away for 10 days after signing off with stress.

Wenger hints that Arsenal could make more signings before transfer window shuts

Arsene Wenger has revealed that Arsenal could still make more signings before the summer transfer window closes, despite the squad being bloated.

Wenger: Deal for Lemar is dead

Arsene Wenger has revealed Arsenal’s hopes of signing Monaco forward Thomas Lemar are “dead”, with the Ligue 1 side pricing the 21-year-old out of a move.

Wenger: Sanchez will face Liverpool and join Chile on international duty

Arsene Wenger reveals Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez will return from injury to face Liverpool in Sunday’s Premier League clash at Anfield, before joining the Chilean national team for the international break.

Norwich sign Arsenal’s Savvas Mourgos

Norwich City have completed the signing of Arsenal midfielder Savvas Mourgos on a permanent deal, confirm the Gunners on their official website.

Robbie Savage says Alexis won’t be happy with Arsenal’s defending in Stoke defeat

Robbie Savage believes Alexis Sanchez will be dismayed by Arsenal’s performance in Saturday’s defeat to Stoke City.

Arsenal offer Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain improved contract

Arsenal have reportedly offered midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain an improved contract which would keep him at the Emirates Stadium until 2021.

Arsenal and Barcelona linked after PSG’s Draxler instructs agent to find new club

Arsenal and Barcelona have been linked with Paris Saint-Germain forward Julian Draxler, following reports the World Cup winner has asked his agent to find him a new club.

Man Utd looking to hijack Arsenal’s bid for Lemar

Manchester United are reportedly keen on Monaco winger Thomas Lemar and could well beat Arsenal in the race for his signature.

Arsenal joint-top of the Injury League ahead of Stoke clash

Arsenal are joint-top of the Injury League table with Watford ahead of Saturday's trip to face Stoke City.

Arsenal risk losing £200m by keeping contract rebels at the club

Arsene Wenger has said he’s willing to keep his contract rebels at the club and risk losing them for free in 12 months, even if it costs Arsenal £200m.
Gabriel Paulista

Gabriel nearing Valencia move

Arsenal defender Gabriel Paulista is reportedly close to a move to Valencia this summer, with the two clubs agreeing on a £10m asking price.