Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta reacts at the end of the English Premier League football match between Everton and Arsenal at Goodison Park in Liverpool, north-west England, on February 4, 2023. (Photo by PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Barcelona boss unsurprised by Mikel Arteta after ‘headstart’

FC Barcelona manager Xavi says Mikel Arteta's rise with Arsenal is no surprise to him, given the former midfielder's history.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (R) speaks to Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium in London on February 15, 2023. (Photo by IAN KINGTON/IKIMAGES/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal contract talks with Granit Xhaka begin

After extending Mohamed Elneny's contract, Arsenal are also reportedly in conversations with Granit Xhaka over a new deal, according to a report.
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Who can Arsenal face in Europa League draw and when is it?

Arsenal are set to be involved in the Europa League last-16 draw later this week, let's take a look at all the details.
Mohamed Elneny with Mikel Arteta after signing a new contract with Arsenal (Photo via Elneny on Twitter)

Arsenal midfielder only wanted new deal despite 3 approaches

Mohamed Elneny had transfer offers from clubs in three countries, but extending his deal with Arsenal was always his priority.

Arsenal man urged to leave for sake of international future

Retired US soccer goalkeeper and former Premier League player, Brad Friedel, has called for American footballers Christian Pulisic and Matt Turner to move to new clubs during the summer transfer window for more playing time.
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4 Arsenal fixtures moved for TV

Four of Arsenal's Premier League fixtures in April have been rescheduled for live TV coverage in the UK. 
LONDON, ENGLAND: Jorginho of Arsenal passes the ball whilst under pressure from Jack Grealish of Manchester City during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Manchester City at Emirates Stadium on February 15, 2023. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Arsenal set new viewership record ahead of untelevised games

Arsenal's clash with Manchester City last week set a new streaming record for Amazon in the UK, beating another Arsenal fixture.
Reims' English forward Folarin Balogun celebrates after scoring a penalty kick during the French L1 football match between Stade de Reims and Clermont Foot 63 at Stade Auguste-Delaune in Reims, northestern France, on August 14, 2022. (Photo by FRANCOIS LO PRESTI/AFP via Getty Images)

Former Gunner pushed Folarin Balogun to accept Ligue 1 loan

Alexandre Lacazette has confirmed that he gave Folarin Balogun a push towards going on loan in Ligue 1.
Arsenal's English midfielder Bukayo Saka celebrates after scoring their first goal during the English Premier League football match between Aston Villa and Arsenal at Villa Park in Birmingham, central England on February 18, 2023. (Photo by GEOFF CADDICK/AFP via Getty Images)

Bukayo Saka just ahead of Willian in weekly Power Rankings

The Premier League witnessed yet another action-packed weekend, with Arsenal moving back to the top of the table after their incredible comeback win against Aston Villa. Manchester City, on the other hand, stumbled against Nottingham Forest, losing two more valuable points in the title race. While there were many impressive displays from various players, it's time to look at the top 10 in this week's Power Rankings.
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 18: Jorginho of Arsenal celebrates after scoring the team's third goal during the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Arsenal FC at Villa Park on February 18, 2023 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Jorginho on signing for Arsenal and Manchester United’s title chances

Jorginho, Arsenal's matchwinner from the weekend's game against Aston Villa, has said that he couldn't ignore Mikel Arteta's call when it came, knowing that he was no longer in Chelsea's plans.
Reims' English forward Folarin Balogun celebrates with teammates after scoring during the French L1 football match between Stade de Reims and FC Lorient at Stade Auguste-Delaune in Reims, northern France on February 1, 2023. (Photo by DENIS CHARLET/AFP via Getty Images)

Reims chief admits they want Balogun back in the summer

Whilst Stade de Reims have given up on signing Folarin Balogun permanently, they're hoping to loan him for another season.
Chelsea's English head coach Graham Potter attends a team training session at Chelsea's Cobham training facility in Stoke D'Abernon, southwest of London on February 14, 2023 on the eve of their UEFA Champions League round of 16 football match against Borussia Dortmund. (Photo by Glyn KIRK / AFP) (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Chelsea want Potter to emulate Arteta at Arsenal

Chelsea Football Club's co-controlling owners, Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital, are reportedly backing under-pressure manager Graham Potter, as they look to replicate the success of Mikel Arteta's turnaround at Arsenal.
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA: Raphinha of FC Barcelona runs with the ball during the Super Copa de España semi-final match between Real Betis and FC Barcelona at King Fahd International Stadium on January 12, 2023. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)

“I love Arsenal”: Gunners’ summer target makes admission

FC Barcelona winger Raphinha admitted he loves Arsenal, when asked for his favourite teams to watch outside of La Liga.
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 04: Declan Rice of West Ham United gives a thumbs up to the fans after the Premier League match between Newcastle United and West Ham United at St. James Park on February 04, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Arsenal £200kpw deal for Declan Rice with Gunners favourites

Arsenal are still said to be the favourites to sign Declan Rice this summer as they look to reinforce their midfield.
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Marquinhos finally set for delayed Norwich debut

Arsenal loanee Marquinhos is finally set to make his debut for Norwich City in their Championship clash against Birmingham City after recovering from an injury he arrived with.
Real Madrid's Spanish midfielder Dani Ceballos pours water on his face during the Spanish league football match between Real Madrid CF and Real Sociedad at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on January 29, 2023. (Photo by OSCAR DEL POZO/AFP via Getty Images)

Media accuse Dani Ceballos of betraying Real Madrid for €10m

Dani Ceballos has still played more minutes for Arsenal than Real Madrid yet the Spanish press are talking about him 'betraying' Real Madrid by leaving on a free because they've finally got round to offering him a new deal.
BOREHAMWOOD, ENGLAND - JANUARY 26: Victoria Pelova of Arsenal during the FA Women's Continental Tyres League Cup match between Arsenal and Aston Villa at Meadow Park on January 26, 2023 in Borehamwood, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Pelova: Arsenal is like a family

Arsenal Women have welcomed a host of new signings to the club this January, including Dutch midfielder Victoria Pelova who has given a lengthy article to Arsenal.com.
Mohamed Elneny signs new contract with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Official: Arsenal confirm new contract for 30yo midfielder

Mohamed Elneny has signed a contract extension with Arsenal, activating the one-year option in his previous deal as expected.
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND: Bukayo Saka and Jorginho of Arsenal clash with Philippe Coutinho of Aston Villa during the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Arsenal FC at Villa Park on February 18, 2023. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Why 4 Arsenal starters missed training on Monday

A number of Arsenal's key players weren't in training on Monday, but this was largely just due to a recovery day.
Montpellier's French forward Elye Wahi celebrates after scoring during the French L1 football match between Montpellier Herault SC and Stade Brestois 29 (Brest) at The Stade de la Mosson in Montpellier, southern France on February 12, 2023. (Photo by Pascal GUYOT / AFP) (Photo by PASCAL GUYOT/AFP via Getty Images)

20yo striker back on Arsenal’s radar amid Tottenham interest

Arsenal are reportedly interested in a player they were first linked with two years ago - Montpellier's 20-year-old-striker, Elye Wahi.
Miguel Azeez with Wigan Athletic (Photo via Azeez on Instagram)

Manager explains why he’s excluded 2 Arsenal loanees

Wigan boss Shaun Maloney has called on Miguel Azeez to fight for his place and given an injury update on fellow Arsenal loanee Omar Rekik.
GETAFE, SPAIN: Ivan Fresneda of Real Valladolid CF passes while under pressure from Gaston Alvarez of Getafe CF during the LaLiga Santander match between Getafe CF and Real Valladolid CF at Coliseum Alfonso Perez on October 01, 2022. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)

Arsenal still scouting 18yo after failed January move

Arsenal continue to scout Ivan Fresneda, but they aren't pursuing a move for Denzel Dumfries, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Chido Obi playing for the Denmark u16s (Photo via Obi on Instagram)

Arsenal 15yo called up by England youth teams

Arsenal youth centre-forward Chido Obi has been called up by the England u16s, having previously played youth internationals for Denmark.
VIGO, SPAIN - AUGUST 20: Dani Ceballos of Real Madrid CF sits on the bench before the LaLiga Santander match between RC Celta de Vigo and Real Madrid CF at Estadio Balaidos on August 20, 2022 in Vigo, Spain. (Photo by Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Getty Images)

Bayern Munich want Dani Ceballos from Real Madrid

Bayern Munich are reportedly interested in signing Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos on a free transfer when his contract expires this summer.
Arsenal transfers - Brazil's Vitor Roque celebrates after scoring against Venezuela during the South American U-20 championship football match at the Metropolitano de Techo stadium in Bogota, Colombia on February 3, 2023. (Photo by JUAN PABLO PINO / AFP) (Photo by JUAN PABLO PINO/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal willing to do anything to secure Brazilian ahead of Barcelona

Vitor Roque, who recently helped Brazil win the U20 South American Championship, is in high demand, with his recent form reportedly increasing his asking price as Arsenal try to sign him ahead of Barcelona.
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND: Bukayo Saka and Jorginho of Arsenal clash with Emi Buendia of Aston Villa during the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Arsenal FC at Villa Park on February 18, 2023. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Arsenal star calls for Bukayo Saka referee protection

Oleksandr Zinchenko thinks the referees need to do more to protect Bukayo Saka being targeted by opponents.
Arsenal's Italian midfielder Jorginho (C) celebrates with teammates after his shot ends up in the net, rebounding off Aston Villa's Argentinian goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez for an own-goal during the English Premier League football match between Aston Villa and Arsenal at Villa Park in Birmingham, central England on February 18, 2023. (Photo by GEOFF CADDICK/AFP via Getty Images)

5 Arsenal players make Teams of the Week

Five Arsenal players made the BBC and WhoScored Teams of the Week for the Gunners' comeback win over Aston Villa on Saturday.
Arsenal's Brazilian midfielder Gabriel Martinelli (L) celebrates after a shot from Arsenal's Italian midfielder Jorginho ends up in the net, rebounding off Aston Villa's Argentinian goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez for an own-goal during the English Premier League football match between Aston Villa and Arsenal at Villa Park in Birmingham, central England on February 18, 2023. - Arsenal won the game 4-2. (Photo by GEOFF CADDICK/AFP via Getty Images)

FA investigate Arsenal and Aston Villa after analysts clash

The Football Association (FA) is investigating an altercation between the coaching staff of Arsenal and Aston Villa during their match on Saturday.
Marseille's Portuguese defender Nuno Tavares (C) celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the French L1 football match between Toulouse FC and Olympique Marseille (OM) at The TFC Stadium in Toulouse, southwestern France, on February 19, 2023. (Photo by CHARLY TRIBALLEAU/AFP via Getty Images)

Nuno Tavares scores 6th goal of the season

Arsenal loanee Nuno Tavares scored what turned out to be the winning goal for Marseille against Toulouse on Sunday night.
BODO, NORWAY - OCTOBER 13: Kieran Tierney of Arsenal runs with the ball during the UEFA Europa League group A match between FK Bodo/Glimt and Arsenal FC at Aspmyra Stadion on October 13, 2022 in Bodo, Norway. (Photo by David Lidstrom/Getty Images)

Newcastle United want £30m Kieran Tierney deal

Newcastle United are closely monitoring Kieran Tierney for a potential £30m summer move, according to a report.
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 07: Matteo Guendouzi of Marseille reacts during the UEFA Champions League group D match between Tottenham Hotspur and Olympique Marseille at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on September 07, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Guendouzi Marseille exit ‘inevitable’ as Aston Villa circle says L’Equipe

Thought to be leaving during the last winter transfer window, Matteo Guendouzi has remained with Olympique de Marseille (OM) despite interest from Premier League teams. However, it appears that the French international's future may be outside of Marseille, with his transfer seeming likely at the end of the season.
Brian Okonkwo with Hitchin Town (Photo via Hitchin Town FC on Twitter)

Arsenal teenager makes senior debut on 1-match loan

Arsenal youth goalkeeper Brian Okonkwo made his first senior start whilst completing his one-match loan to Hitchin Town on Saturday.
Omari Benjamin celebrates his goal for Arsenal against the Chelsea u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Report: Arsenal academy side thrashes Chelsea 4-1 away from home

The Arsenal u18s pulled off an impressive win over Chelsea on Saturday, as they prepare for a trip to the Emirates Stadium next week.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Albert Sambi Lokonga of Crystal Palace during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Brighton & Hove Albion at Selhurst Park on February 11, 2023. (Photo by Eddie Keogh/Getty Images)

Arsenal loan duo impress against Brentford and Chelsea

Albert Sambi Lokonga and Ainsley Maitland-Niles impressed after earning starts for Crystal Palace and Southampton on Saturday.
Nice's Danish goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel (C) stops a penalty shot by Reims' English forward Folarin Balogun (L) during the French L1 football match between OGC Nice and Stade de Reims at the Allianz Riviera Stadium in Nice, south-eastern France, on February 18, 2023. (Photo by VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images)

Folarin Balogun wins penalty but ex-Prem goalkeeper saves it

Folarin Balogun had the chance to add to his Ligue 1 goal tally on Saturday after winning a penalty, but his spot-kick was saved by Kasper Schmeichel.
NOTTINGHAM, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 18: Erling Haaland of Manchester City looks dejected after the Premier League match between Nottingham Forest and Manchester City at City Ground on February 18, 2023 in Nottingham, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Manchester City man furious as they blow Arsenal lead

Kyle Walker has expressed his disappointment with Manchester City's draw against Nottingham Forest, labelling it as "unacceptable" and "two points dropped" in the Premier League title race with Arsenal.
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND: Gabriel Martinelli of Arsenal celebrates after scoring the team's fourth goal during the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Arsenal FC at Villa Park on February 18, 2023. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Fan footage shows Arsenal players celebrating before Martinelli scores

Fan footage shows that many Arsenal players were already celebrating Gabriel Martinelli's goal against Aston Villa before he'd even scored it.
Arsenal's Ukrainian defender Oleksandr Zinchenko (L) celebrates with Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka (R) after scoring their second goal during the English Premier League football match between Aston Villa and Arsenal at Villa Park in Birmingham, central England on February 18, 2023. (Photo by GEOFF CADDICK/AFP via Getty Images)

“We need to believe until the very end” says Zinchenko

Arsenal secured a thrilling 4-2 comeback win away to Aston Villa on Saturday, with Oleksandr Zinchenko scoring his first goal for the club to help set the stage for a dramatic finish.
Arsenal's French defender William Saliba (C) celebrates after a shot from Arsenal's Italian midfielder Jorginho ends up in the net, rebounding off Aston Villa's Argentinian goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez for an own-goal during the English Premier League football match between Aston Villa and Arsenal at Villa Park in Birmingham, central England on February 18, 2023. - Arsenal won the game 4-2. (Photo by GEOFF CADDICK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal analyst ejected after Aston Villa nerd-off

Arsenal’s Premier League victory against Aston Villa on Saturday afternoon was marred by an angry confrontation between members of the coaching staff from both sides.
WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 27: Referee Lee Mason during the Premier League match between West Bromwich Albion and Brighton & Hove Albion at The Hawthorns on February 27, 2021 in West Bromwich, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Lee Mason leaves PGMOL after Arsenal VAR error

Lee Mason has left the referees' body PGMOL by mutual consent, following his mistake made Arsenal's match against Brentford.