Dan Critchlow

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Arsenal fan since a young age, now a season ticket holder who enjoys writing, tweeting and making videos about the Gunners.
Lille's Brazilian defender Gabriel Magalhaes (L) vies with Strasbourg's French midfielder Adrien Thomasson during the French L1 football match between Strasbourg (RCSA) and Lille (LOSC), on February 1, 2020, at the Meinau stadium in Strasbourg, eastern France. (Photo by PATRICK HERTZOG / AFP)

Lopez: We’ve told Gabriel where we think he should go

Lille president Gerard Lopez says the club have made a recommendation to Gabriel Magalhaes over whether to choose Arsenal or Napoli.
Houssem Aouar to Arsenal? Lyon's French midfielder Houssem Aouar celebrates after scoring the opener during the French Cup quarter-final football match between Olympique Lyonnais and Olympique de Marseille at the Groupama stadium in Decines-Charpieu near Lyon, central eastern France on February 12, 2020. (Photo by ROMAIN LAFABREGUE / AFP)

Arsenal the only club to make Lyon Aouar offer so far

Arsenal are currently the only club to make an offer for Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar, presenting a cash-plus-player deal to the French club.
Barcelona's Argentine forward Lionel Messi (R) challenges Atletico Madrid's Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey and Atletico Madrid's Argentine forward Angel Correa (L) during the Spanish League football match between FC Barcelona and Club Atletico de Madrid at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona on June 30, 2020. (Photo by Lluis GENE / AFP) (Photo by LLUIS GENE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal tell Partey camp they’ll pay his release clause

Arsenal have told Thomas Partey and his camp that they'll pay his release clause to Atletico Madrid soon, according to a report.
Arsenal's Spanish midfielder Dani Ceballos celebrates victory after the English FA Cup final football match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Wembley Stadium in London, on August 1, 2020. - Arsenal won the match 2-1. (Photo by Catherine Ivill / POOL / AFP)

Arsenal still in Real Madrid negotiations over Ceballos loan

Arsenal are still in negotiations with Real Madrid over another loan for Dani Ceballos for next season, according to reports in Spain.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang finally signs new Arsenal deal LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 01: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal poses with Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal and the FA Cup Trophy after their teams victory in the Heads Up FA Cup Final match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Wembley Stadium on August 01, 2020 in London, England. Football Stadiums around Europe remain empty due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in all fixtures being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Aubameyang deal done: Announcement after his holiday

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will sign a new deal with Arsenal this summer, with only the final paperwork and announcement left to come.
Matt Smith after signing on loan with Swindon Town FC (Photo via Smith on Instagram)

Matt Smith completes loan move to Swindon Town

Academy midfielder Matt Smith completed his loan move to Swindon Town this week, following recent squad involvement with the Arsenal first team.
Lille's Brazilian defender Gabriel dos Santos Magalhaes (L) fights for the ball with Rennes' Senegalese forward Mbaye Niang (R)during the French L1 Football match between Rennes (SRFC) and Lille (LOSC), on September 22, 2019, at the Roazhon Park, in Rennes, northwestern France. (Photo by JEAN-FRANCOIS MONIER / AFP)

Arsenal will win race for Gabriel

Gabriel Magalhaes will accept an Arsenal offer to join from Lille, with Napoli unable to sign him unless they can sell Kalidou Koulibaly.
Jonathan Dinzeyi with Tottenham Hotspur (Photo via Dinzeyi on Instagram)

Arsenal set to sign Spurs’ Dinzeyi on free transfer

Arsenal are set to sign another young player on a free transfer, bringing in Jonathan Dinzeyi after his release from Tottenham Hotspur, according to a report.
Robbie Burton kicks the ball for GNK Dinamo (Photo via Burton on Twitter)

Robbie Burton makes debut for GNK Dinamo in 6-0 win

Former Arsenal academy midfielder Robbie Burton made his full debut for GNK Dinamo on Sunday as they won 6-0 in their opening league fixture.
Lille's Brazilian defender Gabriel dos Santos Magalhaes (R) fights for the ball with Montpellier's French forward Gaetan Laborde during the French L1 football match between Lille OSC (LOSC) and Montpellier Herault Sport Club (MHSC) at the Pierre Mauroy Stadium in Villeneuve-d'Ascq, on December 13, 2019. (Photo by FRANCOIS LO PRESTI / AFP) (Photo by FRANCOIS LO PRESTI/AFP via Getty Images)

Everton pull out of the race for Gabriel Magalhaes

Everton are no longer in the race for Lille's Gabriel Magalhaes, pulling out over a disagreement in the valuation of the player, according to reports.
Arsenal's French striker Alexandre Lacazette shoots and scores during the English Premier League football match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, on July 12, 2020. (Photo by Julian Finney / POOL / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by JULIAN FINNEY/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Juventus interested in summer move for Lacazette

Juventus hold an interest in Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette, as the Serie A club look to replace Gonzalo Higuain up front.
Tim Akinola with Huddersfield Town (Photo via Akinola on Instagram)

Arsenal sign Tim Akinola and George Lewis

Arsenal have completed the signings of Tim Akinola and George Lewis on free transfers, as they push to certain groups at the club
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 01: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal scores his sides second goal during the Heads Up FA Cup Final match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Wembley Stadium on August 01, 2020 in London, England. Football Stadiums around Europe remain empty due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in all fixtures being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Adam Davy/Pool via Getty Images)

Arsenal agree terms with Aubameyang over new contract

Arsenal agreed terms with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang over a new contract last week, and are now extremely close to getting him to sign on for three years.
Gabriel Magalhães

Arsenal or Napoli? Lille president confirms Gabriel will leave, decision ‘early next week’

Lille president Gerard Lopez claims Gabriel Magalhaes will make a final decision on his future early next week, with Arsenal reportedly in the mix.
Alaves' Spanish midfielder Pere Pons (R) challenges Atletico Madrid's Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey during the Spanish League football match between Atletico Madrid and Alaves at the Wanda Metropolitan stadium in Madrid on June 27, 2020. (Photo by Gabriel BOUYS / AFP) (Photo by GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP via Getty Images)

Atletico Madrid convinced they know where Partey will play next season

Atletico Madrid remain sure Thomas Partey will stay with them this summer despite interest from Arsenal, according to reports.
Lille's Brazilian defender Gabriel dos Santos Magalhaes (R) fights for the ball with Montpellier's French forward Gaetan Laborde during the French L1 football match between Lille OSC (LOSC) and Montpellier Herault Sport Club (MHSC) at the Pierre Mauroy Stadium in Villeneuve-d'Ascq, on December 13, 2019. (Photo by FRANCOIS LO PRESTI / AFP) (Photo by FRANCOIS LO PRESTI/AFP via Getty Images)

Multiple reports, bid accepted, Gabriel Magalhaes closing in on Arsenal move

Lille centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes is getting closer to a move to Arsenal, according to various reports.
Felipe Anderson of West Ham United is challenged by Hector Bellerin of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and West Ham United at Emirates Stadium on March 07, 2020 in London, United Kingdom.

Arsenal show strong interest in West Ham 27-year-old attacking midfielder

Arsenal are one of two clubs showing strong interest in West Ham United 27-year-old Felipe Anderson, according to a Hammers insider.
MUNICH, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 21: Philippe Coutinho of Bayern Muenchen looks on during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern Muenchen and SC Paderborn 07 at Allianz Arena on February 21, 2020 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Sebastian Widmann/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Arsenal put proposal to Barcelona for Philippe Coutinho

Arsenal are proposing a loan move for Barcelona's Philippe Coutinho with an option to buy at the end of the season, according to a report in Spain.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 01: Emiliano Martinez of Arsenal is seen with a Always Forward on their back during the Heads Up FA Cup Final match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Wembley Stadium on August 01, 2020 in London, England. Football Stadiums around Europe remain empty due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in all fixtures being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Emi Martinez confirms interest from 10 clubs but will stay on 1 condition

Emi Martinez would like to stay with Arsenal but he has plenty of interest from elsewhere and has one demand the club need to meet.
Marcus McGuane after signing on loan for Oxford United (Photo via OUFC.com)

Former Gunner McGuane joins Oxford United on loan

Former Arsenal and Barcelona midfielder Marcus McGuane joined Oxford United on a season-long loan from Nottingham Forest on Saturday.
Alfie Matthews with Arsenal (Photo via Instagram)

Arsenal teenager holds trial with Crystal Palace

Arsenal youth forward Alfie Matthews played in a trial match for Crystal Palace u23s against Crawley Town on Saturday, as he begins to sort his future.
SSE Airtricity League Premier Division, Turner's Cross, Cork 14/2/2020 Cork City vs Shelbourne Cork City's Joseph Olowu Mandatory Credit ©INPHO/Laszlo Geczo

Arsenal loan centre-back helps his team to 3 consecutive clean sheets

Joseph Olowu and Cork City are starting to put a run of results together, with the Arsenal loan centre-back helping his team to three consecutive clean sheets.
Alaves' Spanish midfielder Pere Pons (R) challenges Atletico Madrid's Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey during the Spanish League football match between Atletico Madrid and Alaves at the Wanda Metropolitan stadium in Madrid on June 27, 2020. (Photo by Gabriel BOUYS / AFP) (Photo by GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP via Getty Images)

Conflicting reports on whether Arsenal will pay Partey release clause

Conflicting reports in the last 24 hours make it unclear whether or not Arsenal are willing to pay the €50m release clause for Thomas Partey this summer.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 06: Hector Bellerin of Arsenal during a friendly match between Arsenal and Charlton Athletic at Emirates Stadium on June 06, 2020 in London, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Juventus consider proposing Bellerín-Rugani swap

Juventus are considering proposing a swap deal with Arsenal for Hector Bellerín, offering up Daniele Rugani in return, according to a report.

Willock & Holding return to London Colney for training

Joe Willock and Rob Holding returned to London Colney for training sessions this week, even though most of the Arsenal squad are on holiday.
Arsenal's English striker Eddie Nketiah celebrates after he scores the team's first goal during the English Premier League football match between Southampton and Arsenal at St Mary's Stadium in Southampton, southern England on June 25, 2020. (Photo by Mike Hewitt / POOL / AFP)

Ghana manager confirms contact with Nketiah’s family

Ghana manager Charles Kwabla Akonnor says the national side are in contact with Eddie Nketiah's family to convince him to play for them.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 01: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal , Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal and Dani Ceballos of Arsenal pose with the FA Cup Trophy after their teams victory in the Heads Up FA Cup Final match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Wembley Stadium on August 01, 2020 in London, England. Football Stadiums around Europe remain empty due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in all fixtures being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Suspicions Ceballos’ Madrid return is a tactical ploy

Dani Ceballos' return to Real Madrid for pre-season caught club sources by surprise, and they suspect it's a tactical move to draw bigger bids.
Joelson Fernandes (Photo via A Bola)

Kia Joorabchian: Arsenal links to Joelson are so untrue

Arsenal aren't looking to sign Joelson Fernandes and they aren't speaking to Sporting CP or Kia Joorabchian about a move, according to the agent.
Arsenal 2020/21 Away Shirt on sale in Indonesia (Photo via AFCStuff on Twitter)

Arsenal will announce 2020/21 Away Kit ‘shortly’

Arsenal will announce their 2020/21 away kit shortly, according to reports, with the shirt already on sale in some regions.
Willian after signing for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Willian Arsenal shirt number confirmed after free transfer

Willian has a new shirt number at Arsenal, after signing on a free transfer from Chelsea on Friday following the conclusion of his contract at Stamford Bridge.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 01: The team react as Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal drops the FA Cup Trophy during the celebrations after the FA Cup Final match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Wembley Stadium on August 01, 2020 in London, England. Football Stadiums around Europe remain empty due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in all fixtures being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

FA Cup & League Cup changes confirmed for 2020/21

The FA Cup and League Cup 2020/21 campaigns will see some significant changes as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, both in scheduling and prize money.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 10: Santi Cazorla of Arsenal holds up the trophy watched by Arsene Wenger, manager of Arsenal after the FA Community Shield match between Manchester City and Arsenal at Wembley Stadium on August 10, 2014 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Arsenal pre-season plans: Community Shield, friendlies, training return dates

Arsenal are planning pre-season friendlies in addition to the Community Shield later this month, after confirming the details of that match.
Tyreece John-Jules celebrating scoring for Lincoln City against Blackpool (Photo via Twitter)

Smith & John-Jules set for loans in coming weeks

Matt Smith and Tyreece John-Jules will follow Zak Swanson and Zech Medley out on loan in the coming weeks, as they continue their development.
PERUGIA, ITALY - JULY 31: Amadou Diawara of AS Roma in action during the pre-season friendly match between AC Perugia and AS Roma at Stadio Renato Curi on July 31, 2019 in Perugia, Italy. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)

Arsenal interested in Diawara: Possible Torreira swap deal

Arsenal hold an interest in AS Roma midfielder Amadou Diawara, potentially in a swap deal for Lucas Torreira, according to reports.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Trae Coyle of Arsenal during the friendly match between Arsenal and Brentford at Emirates Stadium on June 10, 2020. (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Official: Trae Coyle joins Gillingham on loan

Arsenal academy 19-year-old Trae Coyle is joining Zech Medley on loan at Gillingham next season, signing a one-year deal with the club.
Emiliano Martinez, Arsenal goalkeeper, sleeps while hugging the FA Cup

Emi Martinez and Bernd Leno make Premier League Top 3

Two Arsenal goalkeepers feature in the top three for save percentage this Premier League season, as the club face a dilemma at the back.
Alaves' Spanish midfielder Pere Pons (R) challenges Atletico Madrid's Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey during the Spanish League football match between Atletico Madrid and Alaves at the Wanda Metropolitan stadium in Madrid on June 27, 2020. (Photo by Gabriel BOUYS / AFP) (Photo by GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal window doesn’t entirely depend on player sales

The Arsenal summer transfer window doesn't entirely depend on sales to raise funds, but any they can make will help, according to Charles Watts.
Gabriel dos Santos Magalhaes of Losc Lille during the during the UEFA Champions League group H match between Valencia CF and Losc Lille at Estadio de Mestalla on November 5, 2019 in Valencia, Spain (Photo by Maria Jose Segovia/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

Arsenal leading Gabriel Magalhaes chase ahead of Napoli

Arsenal are now leading the race for €30m defender Gabriel Magalhaes ahead of Napoli, according to reports in France.
Konstantinos Mavropanos in training with Stuttgart (Photo via Mavropanos on Twitter)

Mavropanos already in pre-season training for 2020/21

Konstantinos Mavropanos is already in pre-season training for loan club VfB Stuttgart ahead of the 2020/21 Bundesliga campaign.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 03: Willian of Chelsea celebrates after scoring his sides first goal during the FA Cup Fifth Round match between Chelsea FC and Liverpool FC at Stamford Bridge on March 03, 2020, in London, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Willian decides on Arsenal after multiple contract offers

Willian is choosing a move to Arsenal over Chelsea and other potential transfer options, according to reports in Brazil.