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Leah Williamson named Most Influential Woman in Sport

Arsenal's Leah Williamson tops BBC Radio 4's Woman's Hour Power List as the most influential woman in sport, inspiring future generations.
Cesc Fabregas back at Arsenal with Jack Wilshere (Photo via Wilshere's Instagram story)

Jack Wilshere thriving in Arsenal coaching career

Jack Wilshere has rekindled his love for football after transitioning from Arsenal's "bomb squad" to a promising coaching career at the club's academy.
DERBY, ENGLAND - JANUARY 30: Declan Rice of West Ham United gestures to the crowd during warm-up ahead of the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Derby County and West Ham United at Pride Park on January 30, 2023 in Derby, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Arsenal poised to make bold move for Declan Rice

Arsenal are preparing to lead the bidding for West Ham's Declan Rice as the midfielder's departure from the London club appears increasingly likely.
Arsenal transfers - LA PLATA, ARGENTINA - AUGUST 11: Vitor Roque of Athletico-PR celebrates after scoring the first goal of his team during a Copa CONMEBOL Libertadores 2022 quarter final second leg match between Estudiantes and Athletico Paranaense at Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium on August 11, 2022 in La Plata, Argentina. (Photo by Marcelo Endelli/Getty Images)

Arsenal’s pursuit of Vitor Roque intensifies with London meeting

Arsenal take a step forward in the pursuit of Athletico Paranaense's Vitor Roque, meeting with the player's representatives in London.
ISTANBUL, TURKEY - JANUARY 21: Sacha Boey of Galatasaray looks on during the Super Lig match between Galatasaray and Antalyaspor at NEF Stadyumu on January 21, 2023 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by Ahmad Mora/Getty Images)

Sacha Boey hints at exit amid Arsenal links

Galatasaray's right-back Sacha Boey indicates that he may consider leaving Turkey, with Arsenal reportedly leading the race for his signature.
ROTTERDAM, NETHERLANDS - SEPTEMBER 15: Orkun Kokcu of Feyenoord in action during the UEFA Europa League group F match between Feyenoord and SK Sturm Graz at Feyenoord Stadium on September 15, 2022 in Rotterdam, Netherlands. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)

Arsenal and Brighton compete for £30m Orkun Kokcu

Arsenal and Brighton are reportedly interested in signing Feyenoord's star midfielder Orkun Kokcu, valued at £30 million.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - JANUARY 14: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Southampton warms up prior to the Premier League match between Everton FC and Southampton FC at Goodison Park on January 14, 2023 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Ainsley Maitland-Niles focused on Southampton, not Arsenal return

Ainsley Maitland-Niles, on loan at Southampton, insists he's focused on helping the team and not thinking about his return to Arsenal.
Nice's Welsh midfielder Aaron Ramsey celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the French L 1 football match between Toulouse FC and OGC Nice at Stadium TFC, in Toulouse, southwestern France on August 7, 2022. (Photo by Lionel BONAVENTURE / AFP) (Photo by LIONEL BONAVENTURE/AFP via Getty Images)

Aaron Ramsey OGC Nice contract extension as he finds form and fitness

Ex-Arsenal star Aaron Ramsey is set to trigger a one-year contract extension at OGC Nice, impressing under Didier Digard and finding success in Ligue 1.
Barcelona's Brazilian forward Raphinha looks on during the Spanish League football match between FC Barcelona and RCD Espanyol at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona on December 31, 2022. (Photo by PAU BARRENA/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal reignite interest in Raphinha for summer transfer

Arsenal reportedly renew interest in Raphinha, eyeing the Brazilian winger as an ideal addition to their squad during the summer transfer window.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - JANUARY 14: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Southampton warms up prior to the Premier League match between Everton FC and Southampton FC at Goodison Park on January 14, 2023 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Arsenal loanees impact Championship relegation and promotion battles

Five Arsenal loanees played important roles in Championship promotion and relegation battles, with mixed fortunes for the young Gunners.
Marseille's Portuguese defender Nuno Tavares celebrates after scoring a goal during the French L1 football match between Olympique de Marseille and Toulouse FC at the Velodrome stadium in Marseille on December 29, 2022. (Photo by NICOLAS TUCAT/AFP via Getty Images)

Nuno Tavares kicked out of Marseille training

Arsenal loanee Nuno Tavares faces increased scrutiny after being kicked out of a training session at Olympique de Marseille due to attitude and effort concerns.
Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka celebrates after scoring their fourth goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 1, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal confident of ending 11-year wait for Premier League win at Anfield

Granit Xhaka is optimistic about ending Arsenal's 11-year wait for a Premier League win at Anfield, but warns against underestimating Liverpool.
Catalin Cirjan playing for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

Arsenal midfielder in massive national team feud

Arsenal's talented youngster Cătălin Cîrjan finds himself in conflict with the Romanian Football Federation. We take a closer look at the situation.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 15: Martin Odegaard of Arsenal acknowledges the fans after the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Manchester City at Emirates Stadium on February 15, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Odegaard and Haaland helping drive up Nordic player prices

The Scandinavian football scene is reportedly experiencing a rapid rise in global interest and player valuations, thanks to the emergence of prodigious Nordic talents like Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard, with clubs and scouts now eyeing the region as a potential goldmine for unearthing the next big European football sensation.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 21: Declan Rice of West Ham United reacts during the Premier League match between West Ham United and Everton FC at London Stadium on January 21, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Arsenal’s game-changing summer: Eyeing record-breaking transfers

Arsenal are preparing for a game-changing summer, as the North London giants aim to shatter their transfer record with ambitious moves for top-tier talent.
Arsenal's Norwegian midfielder Martin Odegaard celebrates after the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Everton at the Emirates Stadium in London on March 1, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Martin Odegaard: Arsenal’s most influential player

While Martin Odegaard is not Arsenal's top scorer, with Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli both surpassing his 10 goals, the Norwegian captain is undoubtedly the team's most influential player.
WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 12: Aaron Ramsdale 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 in Wolverhampton, England. (Photo by Harriet Lander/Getty Images)

Ramsdale names ‘unintentional’ funniest player in Arsenal squad

USA goalkeeper Matt Turner has been dubbed the funniest player in the Arsenal squad by Aaron Ramsdale. The reason for this title is Turner's Americanisms, which Ramsdale finds hilarious.
Reims' English forward Folarin Balogun celebrates after scoring a penalty kick during the French L1 football match between Stade de Reims and Clermont Foot 63 at Stade Auguste-Delaune in Reims, northestern France, on August 14, 2022. (Photo by FRANCOIS LO PRESTI/AFP via Getty Images)

Arteta offers Balogun advice

Mikel Arteta has advised Folarin Balogun to focus on his current performances amidst uncertainty surrounding his international future.
Juventus' French midfielder Adrien Rabiot (R) celebrates with Juventus' Serbian forward Dusan Vlahovic (C) and Juventus' Italian midfielder Manuel Locatelli (L) after opening the scoring during the Italian Serie A football match between Juventus and Fiorentina on February 12, 2023 at the Juventus stadium in Turin.(Photo by MARCO BERTORELLO/AFP via Getty Images)

5 forwards media claim Arsenal are tracking

As Arsenal fight for Premier League success, the club is also actively seeking to improve Mikel Arteta's squad for the next season.
Nice's Ivorian forward Nicolas Pepe (R) celebrates with Nice's French defender Melvin Bard after scoring his team's third goal during the French L1 football match between OGC Nice and Montpellier Herault SC at the Allianz Riviera Stadium in Nice, south-eastern France, on January 11, 2023. - (Photo by VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images)

“I could have been important for Arsenal” says Nicolas Pepe

Ivorian winger Nicolas Pepe, uncertain about his Arsenal future, believes he could've made a difference for the team instead of being on loan at Nice.
Granit Xhaka with Tiktoker Barrelo.

Granit Xhaka does weird TikTok interview

In a recent peculiar interview, Arsenal midfielder and Swiss national team captain Granit Xhaka engaged in conversation with TikTok sensation Barrelo.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 01: Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal celebrates after scoring the team's third goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Leeds United at Emirates Stadium on April 01, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Gabriel Jesus sends message to Arsenal fans

Gabriel Jesus thanks Arsenal fans for support during goal drought, scores brace in 4-1 win over Leeds, and shares his journey to recovery.
Arsenal transfers - Brazil's Vitor Roque celebrates after scoring against Venezuela during the South American U-20 championship football match at the Metropolitano de Techo stadium in Bogota, Colombia on February 3, 2023. (Photo by JUAN PABLO PINO / AFP) (Photo by JUAN PABLO PINO/AFP via Getty Images)

18-Year-Old striker keen on Arsenal move amid Barcelona interest

As has been claimed for a while now, Arsenal are reportedly ahead in the race to sign Athletico Paranaense's 18-year-old striker Vitor Roque and apparently the player's 'will' is to go to England.
ISTANBUL, TURKEY - JANUARY 21: Sacha Boey of Antalyaspor before the Super Lig match between Galatasaray and Antalyaspor at NEF Stadyumu on January 21, 2023 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by Ahmad Mora/Getty Images)

Arsenal frontrunner for Galatasaray’s right-back Sacha Boey

Arsenal are reportedly leading the pack in the pursuit of Galatasaray right-back Sacha Boey, with strong interest from several European clubs
Chelsea's Gabonese striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang attends a team training session at Chelsea's Cobham training facility in Stoke D'Abernon, southwest of London on March 6, 2023 on the eve of their UEFA Champions League round of 16 second-leg football match against Borussia Dortmund. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Press report ‘war’ between Chelsea and Barcelona over Aubameyang

Chelsea and FC Barcelona are reportedly at 'war' over the future of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (33) according to press in England and Spain.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 29: Katie McCabe of Arsenal speaks with teammate Steph Catley following the UEFA Women's Champions League quarter-final 2nd leg match between Arsenal and FC Bayern München at Emirates Stadium on March 29, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Good news on Katie McCabe injury despite crutches

According to press in Ireland, Katie McCabe's World Cup dream is intact as her injury from Arsenal's 2-0 win over Bayern Munich is not long-term and Arsenal could even have her back for the first leg of their Champions League semi-final against Wolfsburg.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (R) celebrates with Arsenal's English midfielder Bukayo Saka on the pitch after the English Premier League football match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, on January 15, 2023. - Arsenal won the game 2-0. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arteta advises Saka to focus amid rising expectations

Mikel Arteta has urged Bukayo Saka to handle the mounting buzz and anticipation that comes with his success, while highlighting that the forward can still enhance his game.
Arsenal's French defender William Saliba celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the UEFA Europa League last 16 first leg football match between Sporting CP and Arsenal at Jose Alvalade stadium in Lisbon on March 9, 2023. (Photo by FILIPE AMORIM/AFP via Getty Images)

What Arsenal are doing to get William Saliba fit

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is hopeful that French international William Saliba will return from his back injury soon
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 11: A detailed view of the We All Follow The Arsenal stadium wrap around prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Brentford FC at Emirates Stadium on February 11, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Arsenal announce new partnership

Arsenal have announced a partnership with global consumer electronics brand TCL, which will become the Official Regional Consumer Electronics Partner in the UK, Middle East, and Africa.
Arsenal transfers - Brazil's Vitor Roque kisses the trophy after winning the South American U-20 football championship after defeating Uruguay 2-0 in their final round match, at El Campin stadium in Bogota, on February 12, 2023. (Photo by DANIEL MUNOZ / AFP) (Photo by DANIEL MUNOZ/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal get serious about Vitor Roque

Arsenal are actively pursuing the Brazilian youngster, Vitor Roque, despite Barcelona interest and the player's desire to play for them.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta applauds the fans following during the English Premier League football match between Fulham and Arsenal at Craven Cottage in London on March 12, 2023. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta praises Leeds United boss

At his pre-match press conference, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta commended Javi Gracia's impact on Leeds United, as the team collected seven points in his first four matches.
Serbia's midfielder #20 Sergej Milinkovic-Savic reacts after receiving a yellow card during the Qatar 2022 World Cup Group G football match between Serbia and Switzerland at Stadium 974 in Doha on December 2, 2022. (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal in pole position as Milinković-Savić changes mind

Arsenal as frontrunners for Sergej Milinković-Savić as Lazio lowers valuation. The Serbian midfielder now open to a Gunners move.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - MARCH 18: Erling Haaland of Manchester City celebrates scoring the teams first goal during the Emirates FA Cup Quarter Final match between Manchester City and Burnley at Etihad Stadium on March 18, 2023 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

Erling Haaland a doubt for Liverpool clash

Erling Haaland's apparent absence from Manchester City's training session on Thursday has raised questions about his availability for the crucial match against Liverpool this weekend.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 29: Katie McCabe of Arsenal speaks with teammate Steph Catley following the UEFA Women's Champions League quarter-final 2nd leg match between Arsenal and FC Bayern München at Emirates Stadium on March 29, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Katie McCabe in boot on crutches after Bayern Munich win

Ireland captain Katie McCabe limped out of Arsenal's Champions League quarter-final win over Bayern Munich, raising concerns about a possible long-term injury when she was pictured on crutches and in a protective boot.
Arsenal's Norwegian midfielder Frida Maanum (C) celebrates with teammates after scoring her team first goal during the UEFA Women's Champions League quarter-final second-leg match between Arsenal and Bayern Munich at the Arsenal Stadium, in London, on March 29, 2023. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS / AFP) (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Historic Arsenal win as Champions League semi-sinals secured

In an historic night at the Emirates Stadium, Arsenal Women defeated Bayern Munich 2-0 to reach the UEFA Women's Champions League semi-finals for the first time in a decade. A record UK attendance of 21,307 witnessed goals from Frida Maanum and Stina Blackstenius, overturning a first-leg deficit.
BARCELONA, SPAIN - JANUARY 25: Eric Garcia of FC Barcelona looks on during the warm up prior to the Copa Del Rey Quarter Final match between FC Barcelona and Real Sociedad at Spotify Camp Nou on January 25, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Arsenal want unhappy Barcelona 22-year-old

Arsenal are reportedly intensifying their pursuit of Barcelona centre-back Eric García, as the club continues to show strong interest in Athletico Paranaense striker Vitor Roque.
Montpellier's French forward Elye Wahi celebrates scoring his team's fifth goal during the French L1 football match between Stade Brestois 29 (Brest) and Montpellier Herault SC at Stade Francis-Le Ble in Brest, western France on August 28, 2022. (Photo by LOIC VENANCE/AFP via Getty Images)

Manager tells Arsenal price for goalscoring Ligue 1 20yo sensation

Arsenal have been told that Montpellier striker Elye Wahi is worth a significant transfer fee in the region of €25-30m as the 20-year-old continues his impressive season in Ligue 1.
WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 17: Rayan Ait-Nouri of Wolverhampton Wanderers Harvey Elliott of Liverpool during the Emirates FA Cup Third Round Replay match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Liverpool at Molineux on January 17, 2023 in Wolverhampton, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Arsenal linked with €45m Premier League left-back

Arsenal are reportedly interest in signing Algerian international left-back Rayan Aït-Nouri who is valued at €45m.
VALLADOLID, SPAIN - MARCH 17: Nico Williams of Athletic Club and Ivan Fresneda of Real Valladolid CF battle for the ball during the LaLiga Santander match between Real Valladolid CF and Athletic Club at Estadio Municipal Jose Zorrilla on March 17, 2023 in Valladolid, Spain. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)

Fresneda ‘proud’ to be linked with Arsenal move

Arsenal eye Real Valladolid's Iván Fresneda as a potential "historic sale." The 18-year-old right-back is valued at €10m and has attracted interest from top clubs.
BERGAMO, ITALY: Rasmus Hojlund of Atalanta BC looks on during the Serie A match between Atalanta BC and US Lecce at Gewiss Stadium on February 19, 2023. (Photo by Emilio Andreoli/Getty Images)

Arsenal and Juventus to battle for Rasmus Højlund

Arsenal and Juventus have reportedly set their sights on signing Atalanta's promising 20-year-old striker, Rasmus Højlund.