Tag: Ainsley Maitland-Niles

Ainsley Maitland-Niles plays for Arsenal Football Club. The English midfielder is a product of the Arsenal Academy system, joining the club at age 6. He earns around £35,000-per-week or £1,820,000-per-year. Maitland-Niles wears the number 15 shirt for Arsenal. He was born on August 29, 1997.

Lyon's Alexandre Lacazette (3rd L) celebrates with teammates after scoring his team's first goal during the French L1 football match between Olympique Lyonnais (OL) and Olympique de Marseille (OM) at the Groupama Stadium in Decines-Charpieu, central-eastern France on February 4, 2024. (Photo by OLIVIER CHASSIGNOLE/AFP via Getty Images)

Maitland-Niles denies Aubameyang in Ligue 1 clash

A few former Arsenal teammates faced off with new clubs Lyon and Marseille on Sunday night, and they ended up being pivotal in the final result.
Ainsley Maitland-Niles signs for Lyon [image via Lyon]

2 ex-Arsenal men in unlikely relegation battle with same club

Ainsley Maitland-Niles has had far from the ideal start to life with Olympique Lyonnais, with the Ligue 1 club currently propping up the table.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 06: Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber of Arsenal pose for a photo with 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)

Arsenal transfer window roundup: All signings, departures and loans

Arsenal have had a busy summer, with significant additions and exits in both the men's and women's teams. This report breaks down all the moves made by the North London club.
David Raya signing his Arsenal contract alongside Mikel Arteta and Edu Gaspar (Photo via Arsenal.com)

What deals have Arsenal done so far? More than you think

A comprehensive overview of Arsenal's summer deals, from key signings to departures, loans, and contract renewals for both men's and women's teams.
Ainsley Maitland-Niles signs for Lyon [image via Lyon]

Ainsley Maitland-Niles joins Alexandre Lacazette at Lyon on 4-year deal

A look into Ainsley Maitland-Niles' move from Arsenal to Ligue 1 side Lyon, including the creative unveiling video featuring French cuisine.
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 19: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Southampton in action during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Southampton FC at Vitality Stadium on October 19, 2022 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Released Arsenal midfielder set for medical at Ligue 1 club

Ainsley Maitland-Niles is preparing to undergo a medical with Olympique Lyonnais ahead of a free transfer to the club, according to a report.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - JANUARY 14: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Southampton warms up prior to the Premier League match between Everton FC and Southampton FC at Goodison Park on January 14, 2023 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Released Arsenal 25yo on verge of Alexandre Lacazette reunion

Sheffield United and Luton Town are interested in signing Ainsley Maitland-Niles this summer following his release from Arsenal, according to a report but it seems like he is close to signing for Lyon.
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - APRIL 27: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Southampton passes the ball during the Premier League match between Southampton FC and AFC Bournemouth at Friends Provident St. Mary's Stadium on April 27, 2023 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Warren Little/Getty Images)

West Ham want released 25yo Arsenal midfielder

Saudi Arabian club Al-Shabab and West Ham United are reportedly both showing strong interest in Ainsley Maitland-Niles on a free transfer.
HUDDERSFIELD, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 09: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Arsenal arrives at the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Huddersfield Town and Arsenal FC at John Smith's Stadium on February 9, 2019 in Huddersfield, United Kingdom. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)

Ainsley Maitland-Niles says goodbye to Arsenal fans

Ainsley Maitland-Niles speaks candidly about his emotional journey with Arsenal, leaving the club after a 19-year tenure and reminiscing about his achievements.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - JANUARY 14: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Southampton warms up prior to the Premier League match between Everton FC and Southampton FC at Goodison Park on January 14, 2023 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Arsenal confirm 10 player departures, 1 more uncertain

Arsenal have confirmed the departures of Ainsley Maitland-Niles and nine academy players, with Reiss Nelson's future also uncertain.
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - APRIL 27: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Southampton passes the ball during the Premier League match between Southampton FC and AFC Bournemouth at Friends Provident St. Mary's Stadium on April 27, 2023 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Warren Little/Getty Images)

Arsenal 25yo invited to say his goodbyes to the club

Ainsley Maitland-Niles was invited to say his farewells at Arsenal towards the end of the season, as official confirmation of his departure edges closer.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - JANUARY 14: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Southampton warms up prior to the Premier League match between Everton FC and Southampton FC at Goodison Park on January 14, 2023 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Fans react to Ainsley Maitland-Niles leaving Southampton

As news of Ainsley Maitland-Niles' likely departure from Southampton stirs up reactions, fans and followers share their thoughts on the former Arsenal product's exit.
Declan Rice Arsenal transfers LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 26: Declan Rice of West Ham United looks on as they walk out of the tunnel prior to the Premier League match between West Ham United and Liverpool FC at London Stadium on April 26, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal gear up for monumental summer transfer window

Arsenal are preparing for a huge summer overhaul, offloading up to 10 first-team stars to fund their ambitious £170m signings of Declan Rice and...
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - JANUARY 14: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Southampton warms up prior to the Premier League match between Everton FC and Southampton FC at Goodison Park on January 14, 2023 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Ainsley Maitland-Niles confirms Arsenal exit

Ainsley Maitland-Niles confirms he will leave Arsenal at the end of the season, seeking a fresh start after loan spell at Southampton.
Southampton's English midfielder Ainsley Maitland-Niles (L) is tackled by West Ham United's Italian defender Emerson Palmieri (R) during the English Premier League football match between West Ham United and Southampton at the London Stadium, in London on April 2, 2023.(Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Emery should have had more time at Arsenal says Maitland-Niles

Ainsley Maitland-Niles believes Arsenal should have given Unai Emery a bit more time at the club, despite his own inconsistent minutes.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - JANUARY 14: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Southampton warms up prior to the Premier League match between Everton FC and Southampton FC at Goodison Park on January 14, 2023 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Ainsley Maitland-Niles focused on Southampton, not Arsenal return

Ainsley Maitland-Niles, on loan at Southampton, insists he's focused on helping the team and not thinking about his return to Arsenal.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - JANUARY 14: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Southampton warms up prior to the Premier League match between Everton FC and Southampton FC at Goodison Park on January 14, 2023 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Arsenal loanees impact Championship relegation and promotion battles

Five Arsenal loanees played important roles in Championship promotion and relegation battles, with mixed fortunes for the young Gunners.
Nice's Ivorian forward Nicolas Pepe (R) celebrates with Nice's French defender Melvin Bard after scoring his team's third goal during the French L1 football match between OGC Nice and Montpellier Herault SC at the Allianz Riviera Stadium in Nice, south-eastern France, on January 11, 2023. - (Photo by VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images)

7 players Arsenal will try to sell this summer

Arsenal are set for a major summer overhaul, with 7 players to depart and be replaced. Nicolas Pepe tops the list of likely exits. Learn more here.
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 19: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Southampton in action during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Southampton FC at Vitality Stadium on October 19, 2022 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Ainsley Maitland-Niles suffers training setback

Ainsley Maitland-Niles could miss Southampton's next game against Brentford due to an injury picked up in training, according to manager Ruben Selles.
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.
Cedric Soares playing for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

2 Arsenal players remain in FA Cup

With the fifth round of the FA Cup to take place later this month, only two Arsenal players currently remain in the competition.
Charlie Patino playing for Blackpool (Photo via Getty Images)

3 Premier League opponents: Arsenal loanees learn their FA Cup draws

Arsenal's loanees have learned their FA Cup draws for the next round, with a few getting the chance to face higher-tier opponents.
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 19: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Southampton in action during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Southampton FC at Vitality Stadium on October 19, 2022 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Video: Maitland-Niles scores another “ice cold” penalty

Ainsley Maitland-Niles scored another typical penalty for Southampton on Wednesday, helping them win their League Cup shootout.
BRIGHTON, ENGLAND: Kyle Walker-Peters of Southampton in action during the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Southampton at American Express Community Stadium on April 24, 2022. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

4 out, 1 doubt: Southampton face injury concerns for Arsenal clash

Ralph Hasenhuttl has ruled out a couple of his usual Southampton starters for the visit of Arsenal on Sunday, due to various injury problems.
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 19: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Southampton confronts Chris Mepham of AFC Bournemouth during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Southampton FC at Vitality Stadium on October 19, 2022 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

“Focus” Arteta tells 25yo loanee “We need him to play

Mikel Arteta has urged Ainsley Maitland-Niles to 'focus' more on the present if the 25-year-old wants to have a future.
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND: Dwight McNeil of Everton is put under pressure by Ainsley Maitland-Niles and Juan Larios of Southampton during the Premier League match between Southampton FC and Everton FC at Friends Provident St. Mary's Stadium on October 01, 2022. (Photo by Steve Bardens/Getty Images)

Ainsley Maitland-Niles urges new teammates to be braver

Arsenal loanee Ainsley Maitland-Niles thinks Southampton need to be braver after their draw against West Ham United this weekend.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (R) watches as Arsenal's English midfielder Ainsley Maitland-Niles takes a throw in during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Southampton at the Emirates Stadium in London on December 16, 2020. (Photo by PETER CZIBORRA / POOL / AFP)

Ainsley Maitland-Niles excluded from squad, manager explains why

Ainsley Maitland-Niles was left out of Southampton's squad to face Aston Villa on Friday, with Ralph Hasenhuttl explaining that the Arsenal loanee isn't ready.
Ainsley Maitland-Niles warming up ahead of the pre-season friendly against Hibs (Photo via Arsenal on Twitter)

Ainsley Maitland-Niles admits he’s not guaranteed minutes

Ainsley Maitland-Niles says he wasn't guaranteed a starting role when he chose to join Southampton on loan, but he's ready for a fight.
Eddie Nketiah and Ainsley Maitland-Niles in pre-season training (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Ainsley-Maitland joins Southampton on loan, contract extension reported

Ainsley Maitland-Niles will spend next season on loan with Southampton after extending his Arsenal contract.
Eddie Nketiah and Ainsley Maitland-Niles in pre-season training (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Ainsley Maitland-Niles close to Arsenal contract extension and Southampton loan

Ainsley Maitland-Niles looks like he will spend next season on loan with Southampton but only after extending his Arsenal contract.
Ainsley Maitland-Niles warming up ahead of the pre-season friendly against Hibs (Photo via Arsenal on Twitter)

2 Premier League clubs want Arsenal signing before deadline

Southampton and AFC Bournemouth are the two clubs leading the race for Ainsley Maitland-Niles going into the final days of the transfer window.
Eddie Nketiah and Ainsley Maitland-Niles in pre-season training (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Southampton push to sign Arsenal man on loan with buy option

Southampton are pushing to sign Ainsley Maitland-Niles on loan with an option to buy, with Arsenal set to activate an option to extend in...
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Neto, Tielemans, Maitland-Niles & Arteta: Arsenal in the papers 25/8/22

Let's take a look at what's going on in the papers in terms of Arsenal coverage
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 07: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Arsenal battles for possession with Juraj Kucka of Watford FC during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Watford at Emirates Stadium on November 07, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

4 Premier League clubs interested in signing Ainsley Maitland-Niles

Southampton are also in the mix to sign Ainsley Maitland-Niles in the final week of the transfer window, the fourth Premier League club to show an interest.

Arsenal expecting to move 24yo on – 5 clubs interested

Arsenal are expecting to offload Ainsley Maitland-Niles before deadline day, with four clubs joining West Ham United in the race.
Eddie Nketiah and Ainsley Maitland-Niles in pre-season training (Photo via Arsenal.com)

West Ham keen on signing Arsenal 24yo on loan or permanent

David Moyes is keen on signing Ainsley Maitland-Niles on loan, but a permanent deal for a relatively low fee is more likely.
ORLANDO, FLORIDA: Reiss Nelson #24 of Arsenal looks to pass during a Florida Cup friendly against Orlando City at Exploria Stadium on July 20, 2022. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Arsenal open to transfer offers for senior homegrown duo

Arsenal are open to offers for Ainsley Maitland-Niles and Reiss Nelson before the end of the summer window, according to a report.
WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND - AUGUST 25: Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal reacts during the Carabao Cup Second Round between West Bromwich Albion and Arsenal at The Hawthorns on August 25, 2021 in West Bromwich, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

8 players Arsenal still need to sell

Arsenal aren't finished in the transfer window but before they can bring in any more players, they have quite a few they need to move on.

Premier League club make contact over Arsenal midfielder

Nottingham Forest have made enquiries over a move for Ainsley Maitland-Niles as they look to strengthen their squad following promotion.
TIRANA, ALBANIA: Ebrima Darboe, Felix Afena-Gyan, Tammy Abraham, Ainsley Maitland-Niles and Amadou Diawara of AS Roma celebrate following their sides victory in the UEFA Conference League final match between AS Roma and Feyenoord at Arena Kombetare on May 25, 2022. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Arsenal loanee wins European final

Ainsley Maitland-Niles became a Europa Conference League winner on Wednesday, as AS Roma edged out Feyenoord and Reiss Nelson.