Arsenal History Archives: 12/2017

Manuel Almunia had nothing but praise for Jens Lehmann recently when asked about his feelings towards his former Arsenal teammate by Goal.

Jurgen Klopp has been gushing about Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain again and this time it’s about how much potential the 24-year-old has… where have we heard that before?

Arsenal legend, Robert Pires, reckons that Arsene Wenger’s current side have more quality than the Invincibles but they need to become warriors if they’re going to win titles.

Former Gunner Stewart Robson doesn’t believe that Steve Bould is allowed to do much coaching at Arsenal and reckons that Arsene Wenger is behind the team’s defensive frailties.

Former Gunner and founder of the Arsene Wenger fan club, Stewart Robson, reckons that, surprise surprise, Arsenal made a big mistake by not selling Alexis Sanchez and Mesut Ozil over the summer.

Chelsea hero John Terry has revealed that the prospect of having to mark Thierry Henry used to keep him up the night before his side faced Arsenal.

Ian Wright thinks we’re now seeing the kind of form Arsenal bought Mesut Özil for, and he’d love to see the German stay at the club.

Ian Wright says he would be surprised if Mesut Ozil extended his contract at Arsenal, with the German international enjoying an upturn in form weeks before the January transfer window opens.

Ian Wright thinks Alexis Sanchez should take a leaf out of Philippe Coutinho and Mesut Özil’s book, and believes the Chilean international has “clocked off”.

Arsenal have lined up Mikel Arteta as Arsène Wenger’s successor, according to reports, after the Manchester City coach impressed in his new role.

Jamie Redknapp thinks Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has vastly improved since he left Arsenal, and says Liverpool have a real player now.

Martin Keown believes that Arsenal’s recent performances are the beginning of the end for Arsene Wenger.

Thierry Henry says the most important thing for young strikers is to have a good relationship with the midfielders behind them.

Robert Pires believes that the Arsenal Invincible team would beat the current Manchester City side.

It’s no secret that Tottenham star Harry Kane used to be on the books with the Arsenal academy, but why did the Gunners let him go?

Martin Keown thinks Granit Xhaka should be worried about his position when Aaron Ramsey returns, thanks to Jack Wilshere’s promising recent form.

Mikel Arteta has a played a huge role in Manchester City’s success this season, and is showing what Arsenal are missing out on.

Dennis Bergkamp has been honoured with a statue at the KNVB headquarters.

Wojciech Szczesny has said that he chose Juventus with the next ten years in mind, not just 2018.

Mathieu Flamini was invited to speak about bioeconomy at the Stakeholder Forum, he revealed on social media, as he continues to support global sustainability efforts.