Mosope Ominiyi

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Football writer. Objective reviews and analysis of European football. Lifelong Arsenal fan, youth football enthusiast.

What next for Chuba Akpom?

After five loans across England, the next few months could be crucial for Chuba Akpom's development as well as his next career choice.

Arsenal release four

Yaya Sanogo, as well as Academy defenders Stefan O'Connor, Kristopher da Graca and Kostas Pileas are all set to leave Arsenal once their contracts expire at the end of June.
Corentin Tolisso

Bayern interested in Arsenal-linked Tolisso from Lyon

Lyon midfielder Corentin Tolisso has attracted interest from Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich as well as Arsenal, according to recent reports.

Valencia poised to make €20m bid for Juventus midfielder Mario Lemina

According to reports in Italy, Spanish La Liga side Valencia are preparing to make a bid of €20m (£17.4m) for Juventus midfielder Mario Lemina.

Report: Mbappé set to snub interest…for now

Kylian Mbappé is set to reject all offers for his services this summer and stay at AS Monaco, according to a French report.
Alex Scott

Analysis: 5 major women’s leagues compared

The days of a single club dominating women's football, for the most part, are long gone.

Alexis assists Chile as his agent assists him

In some unsurprising news, Alexis Sánchez has revealed he is focused on Chile's attempts to win this year's Confederations Cup tournament and will leave contract discussions with Arsenal to this agent, Fernando Felicevich.

Bielik reveals he’s close to Norwich move

Krystian Bielik has revealed that he's close to finalising a season-long loan move to Norwich City.

Report: Chelsea ponder ambitious Mbappé bid

Chelsea are thinking about making an ambitious offer for Kylian Mbappé in the coming weeks, according to a recent report.

3 ladies feature but Japanese screamer beats the Dutch

Danielle van de Donk, Dominique Janssen and new signing, Vivianne Miedema, all featured during the Netherlands' 1-0 friendly defeat by Japan.

International round-up: Xhaka and Giroud score, Alexis’ decisive assist and more

Four first-team players were in action for their respective countries on international duty, while some Ladies also featured during international friendlies.

Arsenal international round-up

Three players featured for their respective countries on international duty, representing Arsenal.

Giroud interview: Criticism, Benzema and future plans

Olivier Giroud's hat-trick against Paraguay during a 5-0 rout was France's first for 17 years, yet the 30-year-old is continually criticised by the media and supporters alike, who bemoan the notable absence left by Real Madrid's Karim Benzema in the squad.

Maitland-Niles starts as England u20s earn World Cup final place

Arsenal midfielder Ainsley Maitland-Niles started and completed the full 90 minutes as England u20s beat Italy 3-1 to reach this year's World Cup final.

Arsenal adamant there is no prospect of Bellerin leaving this summer

Despite recent press comments suggesting Hector Bellerín's return to Barcelona is inevitable, Arsenal are adamant that he will not be sold at any price this summer.

Giroud urges French media to ease up on Mbappé hype

Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud has urged the French media to ease up on their expectations around Kylian Mbappé and their expectations that he will be one of the world's best.

Newcastle to ‘rival’ Arsenal for Lejeune

According to a recent report, newly-promoted Newcastle are aiming to beat both Arsenal and Tottenham to sign Eibar defender Florian Lejeune.

Will Woj have to make do with a subsidiary role in Turin?

Wojciech Szczesny's possible switch to Juventus has been branded a shrewd move, and a deal which would strengthen their substitutes' bench ahead of the forthcoming campaign.

Arsenal’s Sari van Veenendaal struggling with a groin injury

Arsenal Ladies goalkeeper Sari van Veenendaal has left the Netherlands training camp ahead of international friendly fixtures against Japan and Austria.

Arsenal’s international roundup: Ospina kept busy in goal, Monreal and Asano both subs for...

Three Arsenal players were involved in international duty for their respective countries on Wednesday evening. So how did they fare?
Alexis Sanchez

Arsenal’s Alexis Sanchez stars as an old man in advert for Confederations Cup

Ahead of this summer's Confederations Cup, Alexis Sánchez has come up with an interesting way to promote Chile's involvement in the tournament.

Exeter teen Ethan Ampadu being watched by Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal

This isn't the first time that Ethan Ampadu has been mentioned, but the versatile teenager could be making a Premier League move this summer and Arsenal have unsurprisingly been watching him.

Report: Arsenal prepared to make offer for Real’s Asensio

Real Madrid's Marco Asensio has been on Arsenal's radar for a number of months and the Gunners are now reportedly set to make an official approach for his signature.

Blow for Arsenal as Schick nears Juventus deal

Arsenal were encouraged to move quickly if their interest in Sampdoria's Patrik Schick was concrete and now it seems they've missed their chance to sign him.

Corbyn reveals Arsenal-related plan with German chancellor if Labour win election

Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn has revealed that he'd take German chancellor Angela Merkel to go and watch Arsenal if they win the upcoming General Election.

RB Leipzig rule out sale of Emil Forsberg

Arsenal dealt a transfer blow after RB Leipzig's director of football Ralf Rangick insisted the club will not sell key player Emil Forsberg this summer.

Have Arsenal really accepted an offer for Szczesny?

Wojciech Szczesny's future at Arsenal seems increasingly uncertain as various reports have suggested he's set to sign for Juventus for €14m (£12.2m) this summer. These...
Campbell (C) in action against Boavista during their fixture in April

Report: Besiktas and Galatasaray set for tug-of-war for Joel Campbell

According to recent reports, two of Turkey's top sides are interested in a permanent move for Joel Campbell this summer.

Arsenal’s third kit leaked ahead of 2017/18 season

According to a recent article in the S*n, Arsenal's third kit for next season has been leaked.

Williams aiming to win the Euros with England

Mark Sampson's England Women's side qualified unbeaten for this summer's European Championships and Arsenal midfielder, Fara Williams, has said this is their best opportunity to win the tournament.

Liverpool to rival Arsenal, meet Lacazette’s representatives this week

Liverpool are prepared to try and tempt Lyon forward Alexandre Lacazette into snubbing Arsenal and making a summer move to Anfield instead, according to recent reports.

Report: Real switch focus from injured Hazard to Mbappé

Real Madrid's pursuit of Kylian Mbappé has reportedly been reignited, with their chances of signing Chelsea's Eden Hazard dealt a major blow after he fractured his ankle.

Newcastle interested and not interested in Kieran Gibbs

According to a recent report, Newcastle are not actually planning on making a move for Kieran Gibbs this summer while another claims they are.

Monreal reveals eagerness to remain at Arsenal

Nacho Monreal has fuelled further speculation that Kieran Gibbs will leave the club this summer by stressing his eagerness to remain at Arsenal and ignore advances of a return to Spain in the near future.
Arsenal international duty

Arsenal International round-up

With summer tournaments taking centre-stage on the international scene, plenty of Arsenal players across all age groups have been called up for their respective countries.

Confirmed: Zelalem out for 6-9 months with ACL injury

Having already reported the possibility that Gedion Zelalem's future at Arsenal is in doubt late last month, it has now been confirmed that the talented midfielder will be sidelined for the majority of next season.

Adams says nice things about Wenger

More about Tony Adams? Yes, however this time the former Arsenal defender has some nice things to say about Arsène Wenger after a barrage of hostility in recent weeks.

Adams ‘pleaded’ with Arsenal to sign Spurs star

According to Tony Adams, the former Arsenal defender recommended one of Tottenham's current players to Arsenal five years ago.

Arda Turan to Arsenal? Are we sure?

Barcelona's creative midfielder Arda Turan looks increasingly likely to leave the La Liga giants this summer.

Giroud: I want the Premier League, not an Arsenal exit

Despite questions continually being asked about Olivier Giroud's future in recent months, the experienced Frenchman has now dismissed speculation linking him with a summer move away from Arsenal.