He goes very fast, it seems, and even a little too fast according to those who have had the chance to see him play for more than a few minutes. A technical profile in line with his accelerated start to his career. Or rather offbeat. If Marquinhos (20 years old) is today on loan at Nantes, he recognizes it, it is because it was an opportunity. “A very good club, ambitious, which was looking to grow after a bad season. My goal is to succeed at Arsenal, with my agents and the club's managers, we saw that the best for me, for my adaptation to Europe, was to continue for another year elsewhere, to have more game time. " “Ligue 1 is more physical than the Premier League and, like Arsenal, Nantes likes to have the ball” MARQUINHOS Another way of saying he left too soon for too big a club. A year ago, Arsenal took advantage of a loophole in the Pelé law to recruit a player for 3 million euros who would have cost them three or four times more if he had been protected by a long contract. An opportunistic purchase for the club which led to a blank season for the right winger, dumped too quickly into the European jungle. “At first it was a bit difficult because of the language. I had English lessons in Brazil, but it is totally different from having to speak, express yourself on a daily basis. Everything was new to me. The three Brazilians who were there helped me a lot (Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Magalhaes, Gabriel Martinelli). » His six-month loan to Norwich, in the Championship, was a success. After a fiery first match against Cardiff (one goal, one assist), his statistics no longer changed (in 11 appearances). His explosive profile must serve in a team that sometimes lacks depth, as does his ability to play as a second striker, the position he occupied in his professional debut. “I also think that Ligue 1 is more physical than the Premier League and that, like Arsenal, Nantes likes to have the ball. » He has a clear vision of his strong points, “speed and finishing” and has imported, to Nantes, the framework which reassures him. “I live with my mother and my two older brothers (26 and 22 years old), the house is always full,” he smiles. The youngest (15 years old) stayed in Brazil with his father, who chaperones the second apprentice footballer in the family. Before signing, he was reassured about the family dimension of the club by Andrei Girotto. Like Adson, he spends a lot of his free time playing video games and quotes Neymar when an idol is mentioned. “He left an indelible mark by becoming the top scorer for the Seleçao,” he argues. People experience football so intensely that very often they don't understand what we do off the field. We should just thank him for everything he has done for football and for what he continues to do with the Brazilian selection.

Tomiyasu’s comeback, Marquinhos’ European journey and Marcelo Flores’ debated move to Mexico

Exploring the dynamics of Arsenal players: Takehiro Tomiyasu's comeback, Marquinhos' European journey and Marcelo Flores' debated move to Mexico's Tigres.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 17: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, gives the team instructions during the Premier League match between Everton FC and Arsenal FC at Goodison Park on September 17, 2023 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta doesn’t know why VAR ruled out Martinelli’s goal v Everton

Arteta expresses confusion over VAR's decision to disallow Martinelli's goal in Arsenal's clash against Everton. The decision intensifies the VAR debate.
Players wait as English referee Simon Hooper (R) gets advice from the VAR (Video Assistant Referee) during the English Premier League football match between Everton and Arsenal at Goodison Park in Liverpool, north west England on September 17, 2023. (Photo by PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

VAR does it again as Arsenal finally beat Everton at Goodison

Arsenal defeats Everton at Goodison Park with Trossard's 69th-minute goal, amid VAR controversy
WOLFSBURG, GERMANY - SEPTEMBER 09: Takehiro Tomiyasu of Japan lines up during the international friendly match between Germany and Japan at Volkswagen Arena on September 09, 2023 in Wolfsburg, Germany. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)

Arsenal man ready to reclaim starting spot in squad after confidence issue

Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu discusses his recent international performances for Japan and his aspirations to regain his position in the team after an injury-hit campaign.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Kai Havertz of Arsenal in action during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Nottingham Forest at Emirates Stadium on August 12, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Former Gunner backs Havertz to be Arsenal success

Former Arsenal defender Lauren believes Kai Havertz is undoubtedly going to come good with his new club, he just needs to settle in.
Referee Mark Halsey seen during the pre-season friendly football match between Liverpool and Olympiakos at Anfield Stadium in Liverpool, northwest England on August 3, 2013. The game is a testimonial match for Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard who recently signed a new two-year contract extension with Liverpool, the only club he has ever played for. AFP PHOTO/LINDSEY PARNABY

Former referee admits wanting to ‘f***ing lump’ former Arsenal and Chelsea star

Former Premier League referee, Mark Halsey, shares an intense tunnel altercation with Ashley Cole.
Gabriel Magalhaes with the new Champions League ball (Photo via Arsenal)

Arsenal star’s hair transplant advertised on black cab

Gabriel Magalhaes, Arsenal centre-back, has his hair transplant showcased in an advertising campaign, leading to a flurry of opinions among fans.
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 03: Martin Odegaard of Arsenal celebrates after the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Manchester United at Emirates Stadium on September 03, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Arsenal star gets first tattoo

Martin Odegaard, Arsenal's captain, embraces tattoos, showcasing commitment both on the field and in his relationship with girlfriend Helene Spilling.
Omar Mohammed Shaikh

Arsenal appoint former Liverpool VP

Arsenal welcomes former Liverpool Vice President Omar Mohammed Shaikh as Partnership Sales Director.
Arsenal exit the Champions League on penalties [image via Arsenal]

Arsenal’s Champions League surprise: What now?

Arsenal recalibrate after a surprising Champions League exit. Squad dynamics, managerial debates, and fan support dissected in detail.
Marcelo Flores with the Mexico u20s (Photo via Flores on Instagram)

Arsenal confirm £2m sale of promising youngster

Marcelo Flores has joined Mexican club Tigres in a permanent transfer, leaving Arsenal after over four years with the club.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (L) shakes hands with Arsenal's English midfielder Declan Rice as he leaves the pitch during the pre-season friendly football match for the Emirates Cup final between Arsenal and Monaco at The Emirates Stadium in north London on August 2, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

How Arteta embarrassed Rice with first-day icebreaker

Declan Rice has revealed that Mikel Arteta gave him an icebreaking task on his first day at Arsenal, leaving the midfielder a bit embarrassed.
Denmark's forward #21 Rasmus Hojlund looks on prior to the UEFA Euro 2024 football tournament qualifying match between Denmark and San Marino in Copenhagen on September 7, 2023. (Photo by MADS CLAUS RASMUSSEN/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP via Getty Images)

Nicklas Bendtner ‘more naturally gifted’ than Man United new boy says coach

Man Utd's Rasmus Hojlund: From rising star to comparisons with ex-Arsenal striker Nicklas Bendtner.
Mikel Arteta in training with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal on Twitter)

Mikel Arteta trained as a player over the international break

Mikel Arteta took part in Arsenal training as a player over the international break, though he insists it wasn't his choice.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 01: Sean Dyche, Manager of Everton, reacts during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Everton FC at Emirates Stadium on March 01, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Sean Dyche praises Arsenal progress ahead of Everton clash

Sean Dyche has praised Arsenal and Mikel Arteta for the club's progress in recent years, ahead of his Everton side's clash with the Gunners.
Omari Benjamin celebrates a goal for the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

3 red cards, 4 goals: Arsenal u18s play out dramatic draw

The Arsenal u18s played out a dramatic draw with Reading on Saturday, involving four goals and three red cards.
Ethan Nwaneri playing for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

2 youth players join Arsenal first-team training pre-Everton clash

A couple of members of Arsenal's academy squad joined first-team training on Saturday, ahead of the weekend's match against Everton.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 06: Martin Odegaard of Arsenal and Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal hold the FA Community Shield following The FA Community Shield match between Manchester City against Arsenal at Wembley Stadium on August 06, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Arteta optimistic over Odegaard contract talks with Arsenal

Mikel Arteta is optimistic over a contract extension for Martin Odegaard, with the club increasingly confident he'll sign a new deal soon.
Then Arsenal midfielder Mikel Arteta speaks during a press conference ahead of the UEFA Champions League Group F football match between GNK Dinamo Zagreb and Arsenal FC at Maksimir Stadium in Zagreb on September 15, 2015. (Photo by ANDREJ ISAKOVIC/AFP via Getty Images)

How will Arsenal’s Champions League return affect their approach?

Mikel Arteta claims Arsenal's return to the Champions League won't affect their approach to the schedule, but they're really excited to be back.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Mikel Arteta of Arsenal (L) congratulates Theo Walcott of Arsenal for scoring Arsenal's second goal of the match during the Barclays Premier League match between Arsenal and Aston Villa at Emirates Stadium on March 24, 2012. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Ex Arsenal star recalls Mikel Arteta’s most inspirational team talk

Theo Walcott has revealed Mikel Arteta gave him the greatest team talk he's ever received, before the Arsenal boss was even a manager.
BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 19: Kyra Cooney-Cross of Australia warms up during the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 Third Place Match match between Sweden and Australia at Brisbane Stadium on August 19, 2023 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

Arsenal Cooney-Cross record fee broken down

Arsenal acquire Matildas star Kyra Cooney-Cross for a record-breaking fee, strengthening their position in English women's football.
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 20: Mary Earps of England applauds after receiving the FIFA Golden Glove Award after the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 Final match between Spain and England at Stadium Australia on August 20, 2023 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Is Earps really ‘100% committed’ to Manchester United amid Arsenal flirtations?

Mary Earps' commitment to Manchester United questioned amid Arsenal's advances. Can the Gunners lure another star from the Red Devils?
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND: Stephy Mavididi of Leicester City celebrates after scoring the team's fourth goal during the Sky Bet Championship match between Southampton FC and Leicester City at Friends Provident St. Mary's Stadium on September 15, 2023. (Photo by Steve Bardens/Getty Images)

Ex-Gunner scores & assists to put his team top of the league

Stephy Mavididi starred for Leicester City as they thrashed Southampton to go top of the Championship on Friday night.
He goes very fast, it seems, and even a little too fast according to those who have had the chance to see him play for more than a few minutes. A technical profile in line with his accelerated start to his career. Or rather offbeat. If Marquinhos (20 years old) is today on loan at Nantes, he recognizes it, it is because it was an opportunity. “A very good club, ambitious, which was looking to grow after a bad season. My goal is to succeed at Arsenal, with my agents and the club's managers, we saw that the best for me, for my adaptation to Europe, was to continue for another year elsewhere, to have more game time. " “Ligue 1 is more physical than the Premier League and, like Arsenal, Nantes likes to have the ball” MARQUINHOS Another way of saying he left too soon for too big a club. A year ago, Arsenal took advantage of a loophole in the Pelé law to recruit a player for 3 million euros who would have cost them three or four times more if he had been protected by a long contract. An opportunistic purchase for the club which led to a blank season for the right winger, dumped too quickly into the European jungle. “At first it was a bit difficult because of the language. I had English lessons in Brazil, but it is totally different from having to speak, express yourself on a daily basis. Everything was new to me. The three Brazilians who were there helped me a lot (Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Magalhaes, Gabriel Martinelli). » His six-month loan to Norwich, in the Championship, was a success. After a fiery first match against Cardiff (one goal, one assist), his statistics no longer changed (in 11 appearances). His explosive profile must serve in a team that sometimes lacks depth, as does his ability to play as a second striker, the position he occupied in his professional debut. “I also think that Ligue 1 is more physical than the Premier League and that, like Arsenal, Nantes likes to have the ball. » He has a clear vision of his strong points, “speed and finishing” and has imported, to Nantes, the framework which reassures him. “I live with my mother and my two older brothers (26 and 22 years old), the house is always full,” he smiles. The youngest (15 years old) stayed in Brazil with his father, who chaperones the second apprentice footballer in the family. Before signing, he was reassured about the family dimension of the club by Andrei Girotto. Like Adson, he spends a lot of his free time playing video games and quotes Neymar when an idol is mentioned. “He left an indelible mark by becoming the top scorer for the Seleçao,” he argues. People experience football so intensely that very often they don't understand what we do off the field. We should just thank him for everything he has done for football and for what he continues to do with the Brazilian selection.

“At first it was a bit difficult” Marquinhos on his Arsenal ambition

Marquinhos discusses his football journey, from Arsenal to Nantes, his Arsenal ambition, the support from Brazilian teammates, and his admiration for Neymar
FILE PHOTO (EDITORS NOTE: COMPOSITE OF IMAGES - Image numbers 1418428382, 1196044327 - GRADIENT ADDED) In this composite image a comparison has been made between Erik ten Hag, Manager of Manchester United (L) and Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal. Manchester United and arsenal meet in a Premier League match on September 4,2022 at Old Trafford in Manchester, England. ***LEFT IMAGE*** SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 27: Erik ten Hag, Manager of Manchester United looks on prior to the Premier League match between Southampton FC and Manchester United at Friends Provident St. Mary's Stadium on August 27, 2022 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images) ***RIGHT IMAGE*** BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 26: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Arsenal FC at Vitality Stadium on December 26, 2019 in Bournemouth, United Kingdom. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

Manchester United manager makes Arsenal claim

Erik ten Hag continues to insist Manchester United deserved at least a draw against Arsenal, despite his side losing the match 3-1.
Nicolas Pepe with the Trabzonspor fans after his arrival at the airport (Photo via Trabzonspor on Twitter)

Arteta delivers Pepe Arsenal commitment verdict

Mikel Arteta insists Nicolas Pepe tried really hard to succeed at Arsenal, and he hopes the winger can now kick on with his new club.
WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 20: Arsenal FC player Rob Holding takes a selfie with a fan while on a tour of the U.S. Capitol Building on July 20, 2023 in Washington, DC. Members of the English Premier League team were led on a tour of the U.S. Capitol a day after playing a friendly football match against the Major League Soccer (MLS) All-Star team at Audi Field. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

Hodgson defends Arsenal fan favourite and questions Arsenal decision

Roy Hodgson backs Rob Holding amidst criticism and offers insights into Unai Emery's tenure at Arsenal
MUNICH, GERMANY - SEPTEMBER 15: Granit Xhaka of Bayer Leverkusen on the ball ahead of Harry Kane of Bayern Munich during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern München and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at Allianz Arena on September 15, 2023 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Granit Xhaka error allows Harry Kane to score

Xhaka's lapse in concentration allows Kane to score, igniting an intense Bundesliga match between Bayer Leverkusen and Bayern Munich.

Arsenal announce new multi-year commercial deal

Arsenal are set to announce a new global partnership with Dubai-based Sobha Realty, according to a report.
Arsenal's English midfielder #07 Bukayo Saka celebrates scoring the team's second goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Nottingham Forest at the Emirates Stadium in London on August 12, 2023. (Photo by HENRY NICHOLLS/AFP via Getty Images)

Injury updates on 2 Arsenal internationals ahead of Everton clash

Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Magalhaes should be fit to face Everton this weekend, though Arsenal will still be missing three others through injury.
Albert Sambi Lokonga signing for Luton Town (Photo via LutonTown.co.uk)

Arsenal midfielder finally available after almost 5 months out

Albert Sambi Lokonga is available to play for Luton Town against Fulham this weekend, after almost five months without a competitive match.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Jakub Kiwior of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Fulham FC at Emirates Stadium on August 26, 2023. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal international names his favoured position after recent speculation

Jakub Kiwior insists he still favours playing at centre-back, despite moving out to the left with Poland on international duty.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 02: Ben White of Arsenal looks on during the pre-season friendly match between Arsenal FC and AS Monaco at Emirates Stadium on August 02, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Arsenal set to open formal contract talks with another starter

With Martin Odegaard's contract talks progressing positively, Arsenal are also set to open formal talks with Ben White within weeks.
Bitello signs for FC Dynamo Moscow (Photo via FCDM.ru)

Arsenal-linked midfielder completes transfer elsewhere

Following repeated links to Arsenal earlier in the summer, Gremio midfielder Bitello has signed for FC Dynamo Moscow.
Arsenal's English midfielder #41 Declan Rice celebrates after scoring their late second goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium in London on September 3, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal star nominated for The Best FIFA Men’s Player of 2023

Arsenal summer signing Declan Rice has been nominated for The Best FIFA Men's Player for 2023, along with 11 other players.
Arsenal's Norwegian midfielder #08 Martin Odegaard celebrates in front of fans after scoring their first goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium in London on September 3, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal now in advanced talks over 24yo’s new contract

Arsenal are in advanced talks over a new contract for Martin Odegaard, with an agreement now reportedly just a matter of time away.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND: Everton Co-Owner, Farhad Moshiri looks on from the stands prior to the Premier League match between Everton FC and Huddersfield Town at Goodison Park on September 1, 2018. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Everton confirm ownership change deal ahead of Arsenal clash

Everton have agreed a change in ownership ahead of their game against Arsenal this weekend, with 777 Partners taking a controlling stake.
Kyra Cooney-Cross after signing for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Deadline day deal: Arsenal sign Kyra Cooney-Cross

Arsenal completed a last-minute deal on deadline day, signing a player in a position where depth was lacking in central midfield.
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 02: Matt Turner of Nottingham Forest issues instructions during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Nottingham Forest at Stamford Bridge on September 02, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

29yo viewed as 2nd-choice despite leaving Arsenal

Matt Turner could end up as Nottingham Forest's second-choice goalkeeper this season, despite his departure from Arsenal to play more regularly.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND: Bukayo Saka of England celebrates after scoring the team's fifth goal and his third during the UEFA EURO 2024 qualifying round group C match between England and North Macedonia at Old Trafford on June 19, 2023. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Which Arsenal players are set to play at Euro 2024?

With the Euro 2024 qualifiers now in the latter stages, we're starting to get a clearer picture of the Arsenal players likely to feature in the tournament.