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.
TURIN, ITALY - OCTOBER 01: Kevin Volland of Bayer Leverkusen in action during the UEFA Champions League group D match between Juventus and Bayer Leverkusen at Juventus Arena on October 1, 2019, in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Pier Marco Tacca/Getty Images)

Arsenal considering move for Leverkusen forward Volland

Arsenal are considering a move for 27-year-old Bayer Leverkusen forward Kevin Volland in the January transfer window, according to a report.
Saint-Etienne's French defender William Saliba gestures during the French L1 football match between Bordeaux and Saint-Etienne (ASSE) on October 20, 2019, at the Matmut Atlantique stadium in Bordeaux, southwestern France. (Photo by NICOLAS TUCAT / AFP / Getty Images)

Arsenal want to recall William Saliba in January if possible

Arsenal want to recall William Saliba from his loan to Saint-Etienne in January, if possible, according to one French journalist.
Mikel Arteta via Arsenal (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Arteta needs to trust in youth to be a success at Arsenal

As Mikel Arteta prepares for his first week of matches as Arsenal head coach, I'd like to stress the importance of the new boss trusting in the club's youth prospects.
WATFORD, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Sead Kolasinac of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between Watford FC and Arsenal FC at Vicarage Road on September 15, 2019 in Watford, United Kingdom. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Napoli and AS Roma want Sead Kolasinac

Napoli and AS Roma want to sign Arsenal left-back Sead Kolasinac, in January and the summer respectively, according to reports.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 05: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal in action with Aaron Mooy of Brighton and Hove Albion during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Brighton & Hove Albion at Emirates Stadium on December 5, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

Hertha BSC ‘closing in’ on signing of Granit Xhaka

Hertha BSC are closing in on the signing of Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka, according to further reports in Germany.
NAPLES, ITALY - DECEMBER 10: Dries Mertens of SSC Napoli during the UEFA Champions League group E match between SSC Napoli and KRC Genk at Stadio San Paolo on December 10, 2019, in Naples, Italy. (Photo by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Images)

Arsenal following Mertens: Out of contract next summer

Arsenal are following Dries Mertens of Napoli, whose contract expires this summer, according to reports in Italy.
Mikel Arteta speaking to the players in training (Photo via Twitter / Arsenal)

Six u23s join first Mikel Arteta training session

Mikel Arteta held his first training session as head coach on Thursday, and six of the academy players joined in with the senior group.
PRESTON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 22: Eddie Nketiah of Leeds United celebrates scoring his sides first goal during the Sky Bet Championship match between Preston North End and Leeds United at Deepdale on October 22, 2019, in Preston, England. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images)

Video: Substitute Eddie Nketiah involved in Leeds goal

Eddie Nketiah played a big part in Leeds' equalising goal against Fulham on Saturday, after coming off the bench for the second half.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 30: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal applauds after the Premier League match between Manchester United and Arsenal FC at Old Trafford on September 30, 2019 in Manchester, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Report: Xhaka agrees personal terms with Hertha BSC

Granit Xhaka already has an agreement over personal terms with Bundesliga club Hertha BSC, according to reports in Germany.
ST ALBANS, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 20: Arsenal Head Coach Mikel Arteta at London Colney on December 20, 2019 in St Albans, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

De Boer: I believe Arteta can be very successful at Arsenal

Ronald de Boer believes Mikel Arteta has the potential to succeed at Arsenal, despite the risk taken on his inexperience.
Arsenal's German midfielder Mesut Ozil prepares to take a freekick during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium in London on December 15, 2019. (Photo by Ian KINGTON / IKIMAGES / AFP)

Martin Keown doesn’t believe Mesut Özil is really injured

Martin Keown doesn't believe the reports on an injury to Mesut Özil, claiming the German just took himself out of the picture before Freddie Ljungberg could.
ST ALBANS, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 20: Arsenal Head Coach Mikel Arteta at London Colney on December 20, 2019 in St Albans, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Ornstein: Arteta wants six people in his coaching team

Mikel Arteta wants six people to join his coaching team on the sidelines at Arsenal, including Steve Round, Freddie Ljungberg and Inaki Cana.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 21: Alex Iwobi of Everton walks off injured during the Premier League match between Everton FC and Arsenal FC at Goodison Park on December 21, 2019, in Liverpool, United Kingdom. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Alex Iwobi proves he is pure Arsenal DNA

Alex Iwobi picked up a hamstring injury in Everton's clash with Arsenal on Saturday, but he got a good reception from his former club's fans.
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Leaked: Arsenal 2020/21 Home Kit design picture

A first picture of the Arsenal Adidas 2020/21 home kit design leaked on Thursday, with the kit release coming in May or June next year.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 15: Mesut Ozil of Arsenal kicks a water bottle as he is subbed as Interim Manager of Arsenal, Freddie Ljungberg looks on during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Manchester City at Emirates Stadium on December 15, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Freddie Ljungberg brutally honest about Mesut Ozil

Freddie Ljungberg says he wouldn't have picked Mesut Özil to travel to the Everton match even if the German had been fit.
ST ALBANS, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 20: Arsenal Head Coach Mikel Arteta at London Colney on December 20, 2019 in St Albans, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Arteta sends message to the squad ahead of Everton clash

Mikel Arteta sent a message to the players about their attitude ahead of Saturday's game against Everton, though he won't be in charge for the match.
ST ALBANS, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 20: Arsenal Head Coach Mikel Arteta at London Colney on December 20, 2019 in St Albans, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Arsenal didn’t inform Man City of Arteta announcement

Arsenal didn't inform Manchester City of their announcement of Mikel Arteta as head coach, according to reports.

Granit Xhaka tells teammates of plans to leave: Hertha Berlin interested

Granit Xhaka has told teammates he plans to leave Arsenal this summer, drawing interest from Bundesliga club Hertha Berlin, according to reports.
Arsenal's Swedish Interim head coach Freddie Ljungberg gestures on the touchline during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium in London on December 15, 2019. (Photo by Ben STANSALL / 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 BEN STANSALL/AFP via Getty Images)

Report: Malmo in contact with Ljungberg over head coach job

Malmo FF are in contact with Freddie Ljungberg over a deal to take over as their head coach, according to a report in Sweden.
William Saliba back in training via ASSE

William Saliba back in training for Saint-Etienne after injury

William Saliba is back in training with Saint-Etienne after the metatarsal injury he picked up with his loan club in November.
WATFORD, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Sead Kolasinac of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between Watford FC and Arsenal FC at Vicarage Road on September 15, 2019 in Watford, United Kingdom. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Kolasinac out until January plus Ozil, Holding & Bellerin injury updates

Sead Kolasinac picked up an ankle ligament injury against Manchester City last weekend, and he won't return to full training until January.
UDINE, ITALY - DECEMBER 07: Carlo Ancelotti head coach of SSC Napoli looks on during the Serie A match between Udinese Calcio and SSC Napoli at Stadio Friuli on December 7, 2019 in Udine, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Carlo Ancelotti won’t manage Everton for Arsenal clash

Everton have confirmed that Duncan Ferguson will manage their team against Arsenal on Saturday, as they close in on Carlo Ancelotti.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 30: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal applauds after the Premier League match between Manchester United and Arsenal FC at Old Trafford on September 30, 2019 in Manchester, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

AC Milan want one of Xhaka, Torreira and Elneny

AC Milan want to sign one of Xhaka, Torreira and Elneny in January, with Xhaka the most likely, according to reports in Italy.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 05: Freddie Ljungberg caretaker Arsenal coach speaks with Alexandre Lacazette during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Brighton & Hove Albion at Emirates Stadium on December 5, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

Arsenal Predicted Lineup vs Everton: Lacazette benched again

Arsenal travel to Everton on Saturday, with Freddie Ljungberg set to take charge of the match regardless of the appointment of Mikel Arteta.
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Arsenal expected to present Arteta in rescheduled press conference

Journalists around Arsenal believe the club will formally present Mikel Arteta to the public in a rescheduled press conference on Friday.

Arsenal pursuit of Arteta could affect future City dealings

The nature of the Arsenal pursuit of Mikel Arteta could affect the club's future dealings with Manchester City, according to reports.
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 30: City manager Pep Guardiola (l) and assistant Mikel Arteta (c) look on before the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Manchester City at St. James Park on November 30, 2019 in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Ornstein: Arsenal will announce Mikel Arteta on Friday

Mikel Arteta said his goodbyes to Manchester City players and staff on Thursday morning, and Arsenal will announce him as their head coach on Friday, according to David Ornstein.
Arsenal u18s away to Cheltenham Town (Photo via Twitter / GaryGunnerJone1)

Match Report: Arsenal u18s overcome Cheltenham Town in FA Youth Cup

The Arsenal academy capped off the year with a third-round FA Youth Cup win over Cheltenham Town through a penalty shootout on Wednesday.
Arsenal's Swedish Interim head coach Freddie Ljungberg gestures on the touchline during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium in London on December 15, 2019. (Photo by Ben STANSALL / 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 BEN STANSALL/AFP via Getty Images)

Report: Ljungberg set to remain at Arsenal alongside Arteta

Freddie Ljungberg will remain on the coaching staff at Arsenal after they appoint Mikel Arteta as head coach, according to reports.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 17: Captain Thomas Vermaelen of Arsenal (2R) lifts the trophy in celebration alongside Lukas Podolski (L), Mikel Arteta (2L) and Arsene Wenger manager of Arsenal (R) after the FA Cup with Budweiser Final match between Arsenal and Hull City at Wembley Stadium on May 17, 2014 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Wenger gives his opinion on Arteta as Arsenal head coach

Arsene Wenger thinks Mikel Arteta has a big future in coaching, but he'll have to overcome his lack of experience as a head coach at Arsenal.
Tyreece John-Jules (Photo via Twitter / Arsenal Academy)

2 goals, 1 assist: Tyreece John-Jules stars in dramatic u23 win over Dinamo Zagreb

Arsenal u23s won the second game of their PL International Cup campaign against Dinamo Zagreb u23s on Tuesday in dramatic style, with Tyreece John-Jules the star of the show.

Xabi Alonso denies offer to join Mikel Arteta at Arsenal

Xabi Alonso says he doesn't have any offers and his plan is to remain with Real Sociedad B, despite links to Arsenal as part of a Mikel Arteta coaching team.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer confirms illness setback for Paul Pogba

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer confirmed another setback for Paul Pogba in his press conference on Tuesday, with the midfielder suffering from an illness.
Henrikh Mkhitaryan after signing for AS Roma

Premier League transfer window system likely to change again

The Premier League summer transfer window system is likely to change again this year, according to reports, with a vote in February.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 23: Unai Emery, Manager of Arsenal gives his team instructions during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Southampton FC at Emirates Stadium on November 23, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Harriet Lander/Getty Images)

Stop giving Unai Emery so much credit for his treatment of Arsenal’s youth players

A table on the 'minutes played by academy graduates last season' at Arsenal reveals Unai Emery wasn't as good at integrating youth as some make out.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 24: Lucas Torreira of Arsenal in action during the UEFA Europa League group F match between Arsenal FC and Vitoria Guimaraes at Emirates Stadium on October 24, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

Napoli contact Arsenal with laughable offer for Torreira

Napoli's sporting director contacted Arsenal on Monday to submit an offer for Lucas Torreira, according to reports in Italy.
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 30: City manager Pep Guardiola (l) and assistant Mikel Arteta (c) look on before the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Manchester City at St. James Park on November 30, 2019 in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Manchester City want at least £1m for Mikel Arteta

Arsenal would have to pay at least £1m in compensation to Manchester City to hire Mikel Arteta, according to reports.
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Why Mikel Arteta would be an exciting appointment

Strong links to Mikel Arteta are dividing opinion with some in the Arsenal fanbase, but for me, he'd be an exciting appointment.
VERONA, ITALY - DECEMBER 01: Henrikh Mkhitaryan of As Roma celebrates after scoring the 1-3 goal during the Serie A match between Hellas Verona and AS Roma at Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi on December 1, 2019 in Verona, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Mkhitaryan scores for AS Roma again: 2 in 3 games

Henrikh Mkhitaryan scored for AS Roma against SPAL over the weekend, his second goal since returning from injury.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 15: Bernd Leno of Arsenal makes a save from Gabriel Jesus of Manchester City during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Manchester City at Emirates Stadium on December 15, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Bernd Leno leads the Premier League in saves

Bernd Leno leads the Premier League in saves by some distance, as we approach the halfway point in the season.