Dan Critchlow Archives: 03/2025

Oleksandr Zinchenko has been called up by Ukraine for their promotion play-off against Belgium later this month, despite his limited minutes with Arsenal.

Wayne Rooney has explained what Arsenal are missing by having to use midfielder Mikel Merino at centre-forward instead of a natural striker.

Arsenal academy midfielder Zac Shuaib is on a trial with Brighton and Hove Albion, with the Gunners reportedly unlikely to offer him a professional deal.

FC Porto lost to Braga without Arsenal loanee Fabio Vieira at the weekend, and their trophy chances are increasingly hanging by a thread.

Chelsea left-back Marcell Washington continued his Arsenal trial with a game for the u18s on Saturday, providing an assist against Tottenham Hotspur.

Arsenal loanee duo Albert Sambi Lokonga and Maldini Kacurri both returned to action at the weekend after recent spells on the sidelines.

Manchester United celebrated a 1-1 draw against Arsenal at Old Trafford on Sunday, but Christian Eriksen admitted they gained an advantage with the incorrect positioning of the wall for their goal.

Manuel Ugarte and Harry Maguire have been left out of Manchester United’s squad to face Real Sociedad through injury, but neither player has been ruled out of a return against Arsenal.

The Premier League have confirmed their match official appointments for the coming round of fixtures, with Arsenal travelling to Manchester United.

Arsenal are not in talks over a contract extension for Thomas Partey, and he seems increasingly likely to leave on a free transfer this summer.

Arsenal are considering ending their ‘Visit Rwanda’ sleeve sponsor partnership, reportedly exploring a more lucrative alternative for the coming seasons.

Arsenal will consider loan offers for young goalkeeper Tommy Setford this summer, according to a report.

David Raya has been nominated for Premier League Save of the Month for February, joining five other candidates for the award.

Work has begun on a documentary focused on Arsenal’s 2003/04 title-winning ‘Invincibles’ season, according to a report.

In spite of previous claims to the contrary, new reports suggest Benjamin Sesko has a genuine release clause in his contract this summer, not just a verbal agreement.

Arsenal’s Gabriel Magalhaes has been called up by Brazil for the March internationals, but Gabriel Martinelli hasn’t despite making their preliminary shortlist.

Arsenal are among the clubs trying to sign Manchester United youngster JJ Gabriel, according to claims on social media.

Joshua Kimmich has decided to stay at Bayern Munich and extend his contract, according to reports, following links with a free transfer move to Arsenal.

Arsenal haven’t made a final decision on their new sporting director, but they’re down to just four candidates, according to a report.

Ethan Nwaneri is being considered for an England promotion, possibly even to the senior squad, but an u21 call-up is perhaps more likely.