Dan Critchlow Archives: 12/2025

Arsenal are actively pursuing the signing of Real Madrid youngster Victor Valdepenas, though they’ll face competition from multiple other clubs, according to reports.

Morecambe FC want to extend the loan of Arsenal youth defender Maldini Kacurri, having been impressed with the player’s performances so far.

Arsenal intend to install safe standing zones at the Emirates Stadium over the next couple of summer, according to a report.

Mikel Arteta has confirmed Arsenal’s injury news ahead of Saturday’s match against Everton, including a few pieces of good news.

Arsenal have missed out on transfer target Leo Dorsin, following Per Mertesacker’s suggestions this week that it’s becoming more difficult to secure top young European talent.

Jack Grealish believes Bukayo Saka is one of the best wingers in the world, but he denies that the Arsenal man should be described as “skilful”.

Jurrien Timber is proving the toughest full-back to beat in the Premier League this season, according to new dribbling statistics.

Robin van Persie is in hot water with the Feyenoord fanbase after a terrible run of form led to an angry confrontation with supporters on Wednesday night.

There is a growing sense that this could be Pep Guardiola’s final season at Manchester City, according to a report, with Chelsea’s Enzo Maresca high among the club’s candidates to replace him.

Arsenal have drawn Chelsea in their potential League Cup semi-final, if they can beat Crystal Palace, but Moises Caicedo will be unavailable for the first leg regardless of the opponent.

Brentford boss Keith Andrews insists Manchester City should have received a red card in the first half of their League Cup quarter-final tie, with Abdukodir Khusanov lucky to escape with a yellow.

Jeremy Doku is set to miss Manchester City’s remaining games of the year, with Pep Guardiola also suggesting he’s a doubt for their first match of 2026.

Arsenal legend Thierry Henry is set to receive a Lifetime Achievement award at the BBC Sports Personality of the Year show on Thursday night.

The League Cup semi-final draw will be held tonight, despite the fact that Arsenal won’t know whether they’ve reached that stage until next week.

Pep Guardiola has suggested he’ll rotate for Manchester City’s League Cup quarter-final on Wednesday, implying the Premier League game at the weekend is more important.

Former Gunner Takehiro Tomiyasu has completed his free transfer move to Ajax, signing a contract lasting until the end of the current campaign.

Mikel Arteta and David Raya finished fourth in their respective categories at FIFA’s The Best awards on Tuesday night, receiving votes from players, coaches, and media across the world.

Arsenal are interested in young AC Milan goalkeeper Lorenzo Torriani, following the 20-year-old’s impressive pre-season display against the Gunners.

Arsenal youngster Jaden Maghoma scored a brace for the England u15s on Monday, kicking off the December camp with a big win over Iceland.

Declan Rice, Martin Odegaard, and Mikel Arteta all made their frustrations clear to the Arsenal dressing room after Saturday’s win over Wolves.