Dan Critchlow Archives: 12/2020

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal have already completed their planning for the January and summer transfer windows, it’s just about executing it now.

Gabriel Martinelli says he’s willing to take things step-by-step, but he’s very motivated to help Arsenal achieve their goals for the remainder of the season.

Catalin Cirjan is now part of Arsenal’s first-team squad, according to the player’s agent, though it might not be quite that straightforward.

Mikel Arteta wants fans and pundits to manage their expectations when it comes to Gabriel Martinelli, despite the youngster’s quality.

Taking a break from the league action for the EFL Cup quarter-final, let’s take a look at our predicted Arsenal lineup vs Manchester City.

Arsenal are planning to back Mikel Arteta with funds in the January transfer window, prioritising a creative midfield acquisition.

Arsenal youth goalkeeper Karl Hein was voted Estonia’s best male junior player of the year for 2020, after his breakthrough into the national side.

Mikel Arteta says Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang needs to have a second scan on his injury, ruling him out against Manchester City, but he’s improving in recent days.

Arsenal loanee James Olayinka scored a fantastic goal for Southend United on Saturday, as they earned a point against Mansfield Town.

Tom Smith’s loan from Arsenal to Dover Athletic has been interrupted by Covid recently, with the club only returning to action this weekend.

Joan Laporta wants to sign Hector Bellerin if he gets re-elected as Barcelona president next month, holding talks with the player’s representatives.

Arsenal youth centre-back Daniel Ballard helped Blackpool keep another clean sheet this weekend, returning from injury in good form.

Matt Smith provided his fourth assist of the season for Swindon Town on Saturday, helping them score a last-minute equaliser against Charlton Athletic.

Calum Chambers wasn’t given much of a chance to get comfortable after his return from injury last month, as he recalls a physical contest from the off.

Arsenal’s u18 clash with Chelsea on Saturday was postponed after a Covid outbreak, the second postponement in the last two months.

Mikel Arteta only had praise for David Luiz and what he brings to the team on Friday, despite reports of a fallout between the two.

Folarin Balogun and Calum Chambers helped the Arsenal u23s to a win over Leicester City on Friday, in the final academy game of the year.

After a couple of home games, next up is a trip to Goodison Park this weekend, so let’s take a look at our predicted Arsenal lineup vs Everton.

Carlo Ancelotti has ruled out three of Everton’s midfield options ahead of Arsenal’s visit this weekend, including James Rodriguez.

Gabriel Martinelli is set for another start with the Arsenal u23s tonight, as he closes in on a long-awaited first-team comeback.