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Alexis Sanchez

Alexis’ agent says Arsenal rejected £50m bid from Man City

Alexis Sanchez’s agent has reportedly revealed Arsenal turned down a £50m bid from Manchester City, contrary to reports that the Sky Blues had yet to make an approach.

Video: Arsene Wenger reveals his decision on Jack Wilshere’s future at Arsenal

Arsene Wenger has revealed he will keep Jack Wilshere at the club this season, with a view to integrating him into the first-team when he proves his fitness and form on the training ground.

Wenger: I will not sell Oxlade-Chamberlain

In his latest press conference, Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger insisted Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain would not be sold, contrary to reports he could leave for Chelsea.

Arsene Wenger: I hope to extend their contracts at Arsenal

Arsene Wenger revealed his hopes to extend the contracts of Alexis Sanchez, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Mesut Ozil, with the trio in the last year of their respective deals at Arsenal.

Wenger rules Alexis out for Stoke clash

Arsene Wenger has said Alexis Sanchez will miss Saturday evening’s trip to face Stoke City, but may return in time for Arsenal’s meeting with Liverpool.
Thierry Henry

Henry: Mourinho’s Man Utd is similar to my old Arsenal team

Arsenal legend Thierry Henry admitted Jose Mourinho’s Manchester United side are bearing a lot of similarities to the side he played in under Arsene Wenger.
David Seaman

Seaman: Lemar would be a great signing

Arsenal legend David Seaman believes signing Monaco’s Thomas Lemar would be “great” for the Gunners this summer.

Arsenal fans fearing the worst after Alexis deletes tweet located in Paris

Arsenal supporters are now even more worried about losing Alexis Sanchez after the Chilean forward tried to delete a tweet which had Paris as a location.
Ivan Gazidis

Ivan Gazidis explains why Arsenal kept Arsene Wenger

Arsenal chief executive Ivan Gazidis revealed why the club retained Arsene Wenger's services and gave him a two-year extension this summer, insisting it wasn't a sentimental decision.

Wenger: It was a relief Giroud decided to stay

After coming off the bench and scoring the winning goal in Friday's Premier League opener against Leicester, Arsene Wenger admitted his delight that Olivier Giroud opted to stay.

Wenger: We can work together on the defence

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admits his side need to “work together” on tightening the defence, after an error-strewn performance in Friday's 4-3 win over Leicester City.

Wenger: Our team spirit was outstanding

After watching his side twice come from behind to beat Leicester City in a seven-goal thriller, Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger was full of praise for the side's fighting spirit.

Arsenal could move for Karamoh after Inter fail with bid

Arsenal could make a move for Caen winger Yann Karamoh after Inter Milan failed with a recent bid.

Wenger: Lacazette needs to be like Zlatan Ibrahimovic

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says club record signing Alexandre Lacazette needs be more like Zlatan Ibrahimovic if he’s be to a success in the Premier League.

Arsenal and Liverpool out of the race for Mbappe

Arsenal and Liverpool are reportedly out of the running for Monaco striker Kylian Mbappe, according to latest reports from France.

Ozil passed fit to start against Leicester, Ramsey in contention

Arsenal playmaker Mesut Ozil has been passed fit to start against Leicester City in Friday evening’s Premier League opener, while box-to-box midfielder Aaron Ramsey is in contention.

Craig Shakespeare admits the “suitable bid” will see Arsenal land Mahrez

Leicester City manager Craig Shakespeare has admitted the club are willing to let Arsenal-target Riyad Mahrez go for the “suitable bid” this summer.

Arsenal in three-way battle for Lucas Vazquez

Arsenal are reportedly battling with Liverpool and AS Roma for Real Madrid winger Lucas Vazquez this summer, who is keen to leave in search of regular first-team football.

Rudi Garcia admits Giroud “does not want to come to Marseille”

Marseille manager Rudi Garcia has admitted Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud has no desire to join the Ligue 1 side this summer, which hints OM could give up on their summer-long approach.

Wenger: I caused unrest with a lack of clarity over future

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admitted players approached him last season to discuss his future at the club.
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.

Chelsea make £35m bid for Oxlade-Chamberlain

Chelsea have reportedly made an improved bid for Arsenal midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain ahead of the new season, with manager Antonio Conte said to be a big fan of the Englishman.

Wenger: We are well prepared and ready for a fight

Arsene Wenger was reportedly 13 minutes early to his pre-match press conference and wasted no time telling the media how prepared his side are for anything Leicester City throw at them.

Ozil, Ramsey and Mertesacker could miss Friday’s opener against Leicester

In his press conference previewing Friday’s Premier League opener with Leicester City, Arsene Wenger has revealed Mesut Ozil, Aaron Ramsey and Per Mertesacker could miss out.

Wenger says Alexis is out for two weeks with abdominal injury

Arsene Wenger has revealed in his latest press conference that Alexis Sanchez will miss the start of the season after picking up an abdominal...

Inter Milan’s Jeison Murillo to snub Arsenal for Valencia switch

Inter Milan defender Jeison Murillo could be on his way to Valencia and not Arsenal or Tottenham, according to latest reports.

Arda Turan set to leave Barcelona for Atletico Madrid return

Barcelona midfielder Arda Turan could exit the Camp Nou this summer and return to Atletico Madrid, according to latest reports in Spain, snubbing any Arsenal interest in the process.
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.

Chelsea stepping up their interest in Oxlade-Chamberlain

Chelsea are reportedly considering a £25m offer for Arsenal midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain this summer, with the Blues looking to bolster their options after losing Nemanja Matic.
Gabriel Paulista

Arsenal could sell Gabriel for £10m

Arsene Wenger is reportedly considering the sale of defender Gabriel to raise funds for new arrivals, as well as trimming the playing squad, with Valencia keen on the player’s signature.

Ian Wright says Arsenal need Alexis to challenge for major honours

Football pundit Ian Wright believes Arsenal have to keep Alexis Sanchez by any means to stand a chance of challenging for major honours this season.

Paris Saint-Germain could pay £80m and £400k-per-week to land Alexis

Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly willing to pay more than £80m to sign Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez this summer, despite just spending £200m to sign Neymar from Barcelona.

Arsenal put Lemar deal on hold until they trim the squad

Arsenal have reportedly shelved their interest in Monaco’s Thomas Lemar until they can trim the playing squad, according to latest reports.

Arsenal alerted after Lucas Vazquez threatens to leave Real Madrid

Arsenal, Liverpool, Newcastle United and AS Roma are monitoring Lucas Vazquez, following reports that the winger might leave Real Madrid over a lack of playing time in pre-season.
Gabriel Paulista

Valencia manager Marcelino confirms interest in Gabriel

Arsenal defender Gabriel Paulista could be set for a return to La Liga this summer, with Valencia manager Marcelino admitting an interest in the centre-back.

Tony Adams-led Consortium agrees £200m deal to take over Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace could be under new ownership, according to latest reports, with a consortium led by Arsenal legend Tony Adams agreeing a deal to take over the club.
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - APRIL 09: Former footballer Ian Wright speaks for the BT Sports prior to the Barclays Premier League match between West Ham United and Arsenal at the Boleyn Ground on April 9, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Ian Wright says Arsenal should sign Diego Costa

Former Arsenal striker-turned-pundit Ian Wright believes the Gunners should sign Chelsea centre-forward Diego Costa this summer.
Olivier Giroud

Arsenal stories you might have missed this weekend

It was a busy weekend for Arsenal, with Giroud linked with a return to Ligue 1, Alexis having a new suitor from France and Mahrez deciding his future.
Olivier Giroud

Marseille prepared to wait to sign Giroud

Arsenal’s Olivier Giroud is being linked with a return to Ligue 1, with latest reports suggesting Marseille could make an approach just before deadline day.
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 /

West Ham in bid for Lemina

Arsenal have fresh competition in their pursuit for Juventus midfielder Mario Lemina, with West Ham reportedly keen on the 23-year-old.

TalkSPORT host attacks Wenger with bizarre argument

Arsene Wenger has been slammed by a talkSPORT host. It’s hardly new, but Andy Goldstein’s latest rant oddly blames the manager for dragging on the Alexis transfer saga.

Arsenal told Cuadrado could yet stay at Juventus

Arsenal will be disappointed to hear Juventus winger Juan Cuadrado could be staying in Turin, contrary to reports all summer that he’s been expendable.