Dan Critchlow Archives: 03/2021

Bacary Sagna isn’t surprised with William Saliba’s slow integration into the Arsenal squad, and he insists the loan to OGC Nice is not a bad thing.

Arsenal are interested in 17-year-old Valenciennes centre-back Ismaël Doukouré, according to reports in France, though they aren’t the only ones.

Talented Arsenal academy youngster Marcelo Flores is back in full training at last, after recovering from an injury.

Emile Smith Rowe has picked up a knock on international duty, making him a doubt for the England u21s, as well as Arsenal this weekend.

Scotland manager Steve Clarke has praised Kieran Tierney’s contributions over the international break and played down any fitness concerns.

Granit Xhaka is aiming for a return to the Bundesliga, with Hertha BSC a possible destination, according to reports in Germany.

UEFA’s new proposals to expand and alter the Champions League format, starting from 2024, are currently in the balance.

Mohamed Elneny won the hearts of the Egypt fans twice over on Monday, scoring a goal and making a nice gesture to teammate Mohamed Salah.

Bromley Football Club have appointed Arsenal goalkeeper coach Andy Woodman as their first-team manager.

Mohamed Elneny’s agent says they’re currently working on renewing his Arsenal contract, which is the player’s first-choice option this summer.

Arsenal goalkeeper Hubert Graczyk saved a penalty as he and Daniel Oyegoke helped the England u18s to a win on Monday.

Eddie Nketiah and Emile Smith Rowe have earned a couple of starts for the England u21s at the European Championships, but the team are underperforming.

Ben Sheaf picked up a hip problem playing for the Coventry City’s u23s last week, to compound his recent struggles on loan.

Emi Buendia remains on Arsenal’s radar and the club may look to sign him even if they also bring back Martin Odegaard, according to a report.

Marcelo Flores could have joined up with the Mexican u20 national team over the current break if not for injury, according to a report.

Arsenal defender Konstantinos Mavropanos made his senior international debut for Greece at the weekend, starting against Honduras.

Yaya Sanogo still tracks Arsenal’s results every week, even though it’s approaching four years since he left the club for Toulouse.

Martin Odegaard has been particularly impressed with Gabriel Martinelli since joining on loan, liking what he sees in training.

Arsenal’s Cedric Soares set up a goal for Portugal on his comeback start for his country, after more than two years away from the side.

For his part, Real Madrid loanee Martin Odegaard would like to remain with Arsenal next season, according to a report.