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Edward Nketiah

‘You feel you will score with every chance’ says Nketiah

With two goals and one assist in three UEFA Youth League games, Edwards Nketiah sprung into the consciousness of Arsenal fans this season.
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Kelly Smith I’m not ‘out’ out but I’ve not hidden it

Ahead of her celebration game on Sunday, Kelly Smith has come out to the world in a wide-ranging interview with Oliver Holt in the Daily Mail, a massive move from someone who values her privacy so fiercely.
ENFIELD, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 18: Gedion Zelalem of Arsenal is closed down by Tom Carroll of Tottenham Hotspur during the Premier League 2 match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal at Tottenham Hotspur Training Centre on November 18, 2016 in Enfield, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Zelalem’s loan move to VVV Venlo raises plenty of questions

All things considered, Gedion Zelalem's imminent loan switch to VVV-Venlo over in the Netherlands will be seen as a step down quality-wise, but is ultimately one which could help him develop further into an ideal first-team midfielder.

Watch Chris Willock showboating against AC Milan

Arsenal's u17's defeated AC Milan in the third-fourth place playoff in Doha, helped in no small part by Chris Willock's silky skills. Watch them for yourself here.
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Loan watch: Crowley, Toral and Nwakali among those who feature

There were more minutes for Arsenal's crop of talent, both senior and youth, players currently out on-loan across Europe.
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Mavididi stretchered off as manager admit’s ‘It’s my fault’

Stephy Mavididi was stretchered off late in the game with what seems to be a serious hamstring injury.

Fitness update – Serge Gnabry

Serge Gnabry has made his return from injury and the German is eager to get back involved with the first team squad properly.

Toral could have new manager in Alan Pardew

Alan Pardew has reportedly been interviewed for the vacant managerial position at Ranger’s meaning that Jon Toral could have the former Palace man as his manager.

How's Ryo Miyaichi doing?

The young Japanese Winger, Ryo Miyaichi, has been out on loan to Dutch team FC Twente this season. The 22-year-old, originally touted as the Japanese Theo...

Akpom reaffirms his English commitment

Chuba Akpom is apparently set to move on loan for the rest of the season and has now reaffirmed his commitment to England amidst interest from Nigeria

Watch: Akpom fires shot home on Hull City debut

Watch Akpom score on his Hull City debut.

Watch: Great video depicting Zelalem's talent

by Lewis Ambrose First rising to prominence in the Asia tour during pre-season in 2013, Gedion Zelalem has been a household name for quite some time. The...

Wenger: He needs to play somewhere

Arsene Wenger has admitted that there is the possibility that Gedion Zelalem could leave the club on loan next season. Landing his clearance to represent...

Dragomir signs future to Arsenal

Vlad Dragomir only joined Arsenal last summer but he's already signed a new contract with us.

German and Belgian clubs approach Arsenal for Nwakali on loan

According to an exclusive on allnigeriasoccer.com, top tier sides in both the Bundesliga and Belgian Pro League have approached Arsenal about Kelechi Nwakali's availability on loan this summer.
Kelechi Nwakali

Nwakali opts to remain on loan despite Arsenal return option

Kelechi Nwakali has rejected the chance to return from his loan in January and opted to remain with MVV Maastricht where he has been impressing this season.
CARSON, CA - JULY 31: Krystian Bielik #37 of Arsenal is defended by Jose Vazquez #23 of Chivas de Guadalajara at StubHub Center on July 31, 2016 in Carson, California. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

Bielik absent as Arsenal u23s lose to Manchester City

Arsenal’s u23s lost again in Premier League 2 after they were beaten 1-0 by Manchester City on Friday night.

Who is Alex Iwobi?

by Nia Griffiths After scoring his debut senior goal against Lyon in the Emirates Cup, Alex Iwobi has peeked interest throughout the footballing world -...

Edward Nketiah: 28 goals and more to come

The 2016/17 campaign has been an unforgettable one for Arsenal's Edward Nketiah.

Loan suggests difficult future for Akpom

Teenage striker Chuba Akpom has completed a loan move to Championship side Hull City. Tigers boss Steve Bruce was eager to add some goals and youth...

Young Frenchman feels Wenger’s trust

by Lewis Ambrose 17 year-old Ismael Bennacer rejected interest from Manchester City to sign a five year deal for Arsenal, and has now explained why...
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Loan watch: Nwakali scores while others fail to feature

There were a few rare starts for some of Arsenal's players out on-loan in the Netherlands, with Kelechi Nwakali impressing once more but the majority of players either were unused substitutes or didn't feature in matchday squads at all on Saturday.

Video: Akpom displays incredible skill

by Lewis Ambrose After weeks without football was filled with speculation young Arsenal striker Chuba Akpom displayed his abilities with a hat-trick against Singapore Select...

Wenger explains why Willock will go far

Sat on the bench on Tuesday night for the FA Cup defeat of Hull City, Chris Willock is edging closer to a full Arsenal...
Jon Toral

Toral heavily criticised after Rangers defeat

Jon Toral started for Rangers and was roundly criticised after they lost to an 89th minute goal at Inverness Caledonian Thistle.

Alex Iwobi: Starting against Barcelona was crazy!

Alex Iwobi has spoken to FourFourTwo about starting for Arsenal against Barcelona, admitting that the feelings were crazy and that he had to keep it a secret.

Gnabry returns but Bielik misses out

Serge Gnabry made his return from injury on Monday night but Krystian Bielik, who was expected to be involved, was not included in the squad.
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Glen Kamara’s loan collapses – what does his future hold?

Time continues to tick on Glen Kamara's future at Arsenal failing to land a loan deal with FC Twente after January trial.

Tyrell Robinson scores on trial for West Brom’s u23s

18-year-old Tyrell Robinson has scored while on trial with West Brom's u23s.

Two Arsenal youngsters suffer injury blows

Arsenal’s u23s will be without Yassin Fortune and Nathan Tella, who have both picked up injuries.

Arsenal’s u23s lose again v Liverpool

Arsenal's u23s are having an even worse time than the senior team!
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Loan watch: Bennacer screamer, Toral goal & more

It was a better start to the weekend for Arsenal's loanees in action across Friday and Saturday's range of European fixtures.

Arsenal hand Gilmour professional contract

Arsenal have handed midfielder Charlie Gilmour his first professional contract.

Player Focus: Alex Iwobi continues to impress

It is hard to get carried away with an attacking performance against a lower-division team, but nothing Alex Iwobi did against Hull was down...
Ismael Bennacer in his sole appearance for the Arsenal first-team

Bennacer ‘proud’ to represent Algeria

18-year-old Ismaël Bennacer is currently away training with Algeria, something he says he's immensely proud of.

Gedion Zelalem’s dilemma

Gedion Zelalem is a wanted man with Germany trying to tempt him away from from the US.

Watch: Arsenal youngster scores 2 for England u17s

Reiss Nelson scored two goals for England u17s as they defeated Turkey 3-1 in the first of three games to be played this week. Nelson...

Another Toral goal + loan roundup and youth news

Find out the latest Youth news and how have the loanees fared this week.

Was Wellington Silva’s loan spell at Bolton worth it?

23-year-old Wellington Silva spent this season on loan at Bolton.
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Loan watch: Nwakali excellent again, Campbell struggles

A roundup of all the Arsenal players on loan who have been involved so far this weekend