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.

Nketiah and John-Jules score again + International youth round-up

Eddie Nketiah scored his 18th goal in 19 games for England's youth teams on Monday, with Tyreece John-Jules also getting on the scoresheet in the other match.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 15: Mesut Ozil of Arsenal celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Swansea City at Emirates Stadium on October 15, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Arsenal Twitter account destroys Chelsea fan with brilliant comeback

Arsenal's Twitter admin won the affection of the fans on Monday with a great comeback to a cheeky Chelsea fan's tweet.

Sokratis forced off with ankle injury: Greece fall apart without him

Sokratis Papastathopoulos had to come off at half-time in Greece's clash with Finland, with reports in his home country suggesting he has an ankle injury.
LEICESTER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 11: Granit Xhaka of Switzerland holds off Marcus Rashford of England during the international friendly match between England and Switzerland at The King Power Stadium on September 11, 2018 in Leicester, United Kingdom. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Xhaka captains Switzerland to victory: Provides assist and wins MOTM award

Granit Xhaka led Switzerland to victory over Iceland on Monday, captaining his side to a 2-1 victory and impressing on an individual basis.

Emery and Pochettino speak at UEFA coaching event

Unai Emery and Mauricio Pochettino spoke at a UEFA coaching event in Madrid last week, putting aside their club loyalties for the session.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - AUGUST 10: Fred of Manchester United in action during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Leicester City at Old Trafford on August 10, 2018 in Manchester, United Kingdom. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Manchester United’s Fred: I have many idols like Gilberto and Thierry Henry

Manchester United's summer signing Fred has admitted that a couple of Arsenal legends were among his idols when he was younger.

Xhaka: Hazard is the best player in the world right now

Granit Xhaka admits that Chelsea star Eden Hazard might be the best player in the world right now, but he still thinks Switzerland need to do better against the top teams.

Rohr: Iwobi can deliver decisive passes and score goals in the middle

Gernot Rohr is impressed with Alex Iwobi's performances playing in the centre of the park after the Arsenal man moved there over the weekend.
Monaco's Brazilian defender Jemerson (L) fights for the ball with Lille's Ivorian forward Nicolas Pepe (R)during the French L1 football match between Monaco and Lille at the 'Louis II Stadium' in Monaco on August 18, 2018. (Photo credit: VALERY HACHE/AFP/Getty Images)

Spanish media: Arsenal ‘intensify’ pursuit of Pepe

Arsenal have intensified their pursuit of Lille winger Nicolas Pepe, according to reports in Spain.

Report: Shaw closing in on five-year contract extension

Luke Shaw is closing in on a five-year contract extension to stay with Manchester United, according to reports.

Wenger: Ramsey is in a strong position now and he will use this position

Arsene Wenger says Aaron Ramsey is in a strong position in the current contract stand-off between player and club, a position Wenger thinks the midfielder will use to his advantage.
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Leno: Before making Arsenal decision I talked to Musti and Mesut a lot

Bernd Leno says Shkodran Mustafi and Mesut Özil played a big part in convincing him to join Arsenal this summer, making it 'clear' he had to join the club.

Rabiot now leaning towards extending PSG contract: Current deal expires in 2019

Adrien Rabiot is now leaning towards extending his contract with PSG, according to reports in France, after much speculation that he might leave on a free transfer next summer.
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Wenger: When and where will I work again? I cannot say

Arsene Wenger has spoken out about his current situation between jobs, admitting that a few months rest was probably the best thing for him.

Balogun: You’ve got to take your hat off for Iwobi’s performance for Nigeria today

Nigeria star Leon Balogun took to Twitter to sing the praises of his international teammate Alex Iwobi on Saturday, after a big win for the country.

Maitland-Niles and Özil return to full training

Ainsley Maitland-Niles and Mesut Özil have both returned to full training this week and should be available for selection very soon.

Greenwood goal brings Arsenal youth tally to 10 goal contributions over international break so...

Sam Greenwood scored for the England u17s against the USA on Friday, bringing the goal contribution tally for Arsenal youngsters to 10 in just two days of the current international break.
HOUSTON, TX - SEPTEMBER 07: Martin Caceres #22 of Uruguay argues with referee Ismael Elfath after a penaltyb kick was given to Mexico in the first half during the International Friendly match between Mexico and Uruguay at NRG Stadium on September 7, 2018 in Houston, United States. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

Video: Torreira assists first goal for his country

Lucas Torreira assisted his first ever goal for Uruguay on Friday and had a very solid match, despite his country going on to lose.
LEICESTER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 11: Granit Xhaka of Switzerland holds off Marcus Rashford of England during the international friendly match between England and Switzerland at The King Power Stadium on September 11, 2018 in Leicester, United Kingdom. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Xhaka, Sokratis and Aubameyang captain their countries

Granit Xhaka, Sokratis Papastathopoulos and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang all captained their countries on Saturday, to varying degrees of success on the pitch.
Monaco's Brazilian defender Jemerson (L) fights for the ball with Lille's Ivorian forward Nicolas Pepe (R)during the French L1 football match between Monaco and Lille at the 'Louis II Stadium' in Monaco on August 18, 2018. (Photo credit: VALERY HACHE/AFP/Getty Images)

Arsenal told Lille in August that they’re planning January bid for Pepe

Arsenal told Lille in August that they're planning a January bid to sign Nicolas Pepe, according to a report in France, but now they're facing increasing competition for the winger.

Mertesacker admits it was Wenger’s idea to make him academy manager

Per Mertesacker has admitted he considered a return to former club Hannover 96 as he neared the end of his playing days, before Arsene Wenger suggested sticking with Arsenal.
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - AUGUST 31: Thierry Henry assistant manager of Belgium looks on prior to the FIFA 2018 World Cup Qualifier between Belgium and Gibraltar at Stade Maurice Dufrasne on August 31, 2017 in Liege, Belgium. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)

Henry announced as Monaco manager: Will take Ampadu with him

Thierry Henry will become the new manager of AS Monaco and wants to take Arsenal u18 coach Kwame Ampadu with him.

Carter jokes she’s ‘devastated’ to learn fan who won her boots supports Tottenham

Danielle Carter joked she's 'devastated' after learning that a young fan who won her boots actually supports Arsenal's North London rivals Tottenham Hotspur.

Ramsey’s agency embarrass themselves ‘liking’ anti-Emery social media post

Aaron Ramsey's agency have put themselves at the centre of attention again, this time 'liking' an anti-Unai Emery social media post.
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - AUGUST 31: Thierry Henry assistant manager of Belgium looks on prior to the FIFA 2018 World Cup Qualifier between Belgium and Gibraltar at Stade Maurice Dufrasne on August 31, 2017 in Liege, Belgium. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)

Henry set to become Monaco manager on Saturday with talks at ‘advanced’ stage

Thierry Henry is set to become manager of Monaco this weekend, according to reports.

Vertonghen a doubt for North London derby after hamstring injury

Jan Vertonghen's hamstring injury will keep him out until December, according to his club's website, which could see him miss the North London derby.

Nelson hints at January return to Arsenal

Reiss Nelson has hinted at a possible return to Arsenal in January, despite expectations that he'd spend the full season with Hoffenheim.

6 goals in 1 day: Arsenal youth stars shine on international duty

Arsenal's academy stars impressed at various youth levels for their countries on Thursday, scoring six goals and assisting a couple in just one day of football.
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Unai Emery, Manager of Arsenal looks on ahead of the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal FC at St. James Park on September 15, 2018 in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

The most stable clubs in Europe and where Arsenal rank among them

Real Madrid are the most stable team in the big-five leagues, according to a study by the Football Observatory, with Arsenal joining them in the top 20.

Full schedule for the 12 Arsenal players called up for international duty

Now that the last few countries have completed their squad announcements, let's take a look at the final list of Arsenal players called up and when they'll play their matches.

Iwobi ‘mobbed by adoring fans’ in Nigeria after impressive performances

Alex Iwobi is feeling the love from the Nigeria fans over the international break, particularly after his impressive recent form for Arsenal.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 06: Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says goodbye to the Arsenal fans after 22 years at the helm at the end of the Premier League match between Arsenal and Burnley at Emirates Stadium on May 6, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Fenerbahce President: We can’t match the prestigious offers Wenger has already turned down

Fenerbahce President Ali Koc admits the club would love to have Arsene Wenger in charge of their team, but they can't match the offers the Frenchman has already received.
SINGAPORE - JULY 28: Aaron Ramsey #8 of Arsenal looks during the International Champions Cup match between Arsenal and Paris Saint Germain at the National Stadium on July 28, 2018 in Singapore. (Photo by Thananuwat Srirasant/Getty Images for ICC)

Report: Juventus to offer Ramsey pre-contract in January

Juventus will offer Aaron Ramsey a big money pre-contract in January, according to reports.
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 26: Alexandre Lacazette of Arsenal scores his sides third goal during the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Arsenal and Brentford at Emirates Stadium on September 26, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

VAR trial to continue in Arsenal’s League Cup clash against Blackpool

Arsenal’s League Cup clash against Blackpool will be one of six to utilise VAR, as English officials continue to trial the system.

Bellamy: I think Arsenal have lost Ramsey already

Craig Bellamy thinks Arsenal have lost Aaron Ramsey already and it's just a matter of time before the 27-year-old moves somewhere else.
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Petkovic confirms Xhaka as Switzerland captain in Lichtsteiner’s absence

Switzerland manager Vladimir Petkovic has confirmed Granit Xhaka as captain of the national side, in the absence of Arsenal teammate Stephan Lichtsteiner.
Bordeaux's French defender Maxime Poundje (R) vies with Angers' French midfielder Jeff Reine-Adelaide during French L1 football match between Bordeaux (FCGB) and Angers (SCO) on March 10, 2018, at the Matmut Atlantique Stadium in Bordeaux, southwestern France. / AFP PHOTO / MEHDI FEDOUACH

Reine-Adelaide: I would’ve liked to work with Emery – he’s a pure tactician

Jeff Reine-Adelaide says he learned a lot in just a few weeks under Unai Emery and admits he would've liked to spend more time working with the Arsenal head coach.
Lanus' midfielder Miguel Almiron celebrates after scoring the team's second goal against San Lorenzo during an Argentina First Divison football final match at the Momnumental stadium in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on May 29, 2016. / AFP / ALEJANDRO PAGNI (Photo credit should read ALEJANDRO PAGNI/AFP/Getty Images)

Report: Emery looking at Almiron and Hector Herrera to replace Ramsey

Unai Emery is looking at Miguel Almiron and Hector Herrera as possible replacements for Aaron Ramsey in January, according to reports.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 25: Aaron Ramsey of Arsenal is challenged by Lucas Perez of West Ham United during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and West Ham United at Emirates Stadium on August 25, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Report: Liverpool and Manchester United lead £25m January race for Ramsey

Liverpool and Manchester United are both considering a move for Aaron Ramsey in January, and the Welshman would prefer to stay in England if he leaves Arsenal.

Carrick: I had my heart set on Arsenal before Fabregas broke through

Michael Carrick has admitted he was just days away from signing for Arsenal, then Cesc Fabregas broke through and ruined his chances.