Dan Critchlow Archives: 05/2023

Aston Villa have submitted a bid for Marco Asensio, with Arsenal reportedly among the teams interested in the Real Madrid winger.

Lucas Torreira was left in tears as he reflected on Galatasaray’s title win this week, and his late mother “taking care of me from above”.

Barcelona couldn’t afford to loan Joao Cancelo in January, and they’re still only offering a loan deal for the Manchester City defender this summer.

Despite being one of the clubs heavily linked with a move for Folarin Balogun, RB Leipzig are reportedly unlikely to secure a deal as it stands.

Borussia Dortmund hope to sign Real Valladolid defender Ivan Fresneda this summer, but he has a lucrative offer from Arsenal.

Myles Lewis-Skelly provided a vital assist as the England u17s secured their spot at the u17 World Cup on Tuesday.

Arsenal don’t want to sanction the departure of Granit Xhaka until they’ve secured a replacement, according to a report from Germany.

Arsenal are one of the clubs with an admiration for Wolves midfielder Ruben Neves, who is likely to be sold to raise funds for their summer business.

Five top European clubs are expected to pursue a deal to sign Folarin Balogun this summer, according to a report.

Pep Guardiola won’t block Joao Cancelo’s path if Arsenal make a move for him this summer, according to a report.

Reports of an Arsenal bid for Matheus Franca have been denied, but the Gunners are monitoring the player, available for €25-30m.

Declan Rice insists he’s focusing on West Ham until after the Europa Conference League final, while his club look at summer replacements for him.

Arsenal sporting director Edu Gaspar is expecting a busy summer, planning to remain close to London for face-to-face meetings.

Paris Saint-Germain have made enquiries for Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard ahead of the summer.

Arsenal don’t intend to sell Emile Smith Rowe this summer, with the midfielder remaining an important part of Mikel Arteta’s plans, according to a report.

James Maddison is set to leave relegated Leicester City this summer, and Arsenal are reportedly one of the clubs targeting him.

Roberto De Zerbi has admitted that Arsenal-linked Moises Caicedo may have played his last game for Brighton, as he deserves a step up.

Arsenal will be in Pot 2 for the Champions League draw next season, barring a late twist in the case of Juventus’ point deduction.

Three Arsenal players have made it into the BBC and WhoScored Premier League Teams of the Season for 2022/23.

Arsenal avoided putting a release clause in Bukayo Saka’s contract by compromising over the deal’s length, according to a report.