Tag: Alexis Sanchez

Alexis Sanchez played for Arsenal Football Club. The Chilean forward joined Arsenal from Barcelona in 2014 for £31.7m. Sanchez left Arsenal for Manchester United in 2018 in a swap deal for Henrikh Mkhitaryan. In total, he made 166 appearances for Arsenal and scored 80 goals. The Copa America Winner wore the number 17 and number 7 shirts for Arsenal. He was born on December 19, 1988. Alexis currently plays for Inter Milan.

Wenger reportedly hid truth of bust-up between Alexis & Koscielny

This season, Alexis Sanchez has looked as if he'd rather play for any other team than Arsenal and Laurent Koscielny has reportedly had a big problem with it.

Wenger: Alexis isn’t moving for money and I have no trouble with his attitude

Arsene Wenger insists Alexis Sanchez isn't moving to Manchester United for money, calling the Chilean a committed professional, amid a pending swap deal for Henrikh Mkhitaryan.

Wenger: Alexis-Mkhitaryan deal is likely to happen

Arsene Wenger says an Alexis Sanchez-Henrikh Mkhitaryan swap deal is "likely to happen". He adds that if it doesn't go through, the Chilean will play on Saturday.

‘It doesn’t make sense’ – Neville perplexed over Alexis’ move to Man Utd

Gary Neville seems even more confused by Alexis Sanchez's impending move to Manchester United than most Arsenal fans.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 03: Alexis Sanchez of Arsenal warms up prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Emirates Stadium on January 3, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Alexis to become fourth player to switch between Arsenal and Man Utd in 21...

Alexis Sanchez's will only be the second player Arsenal have sold Manchester United since Arsene Wenger came on board in 1996.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 03: Alexis Sanchez of Arsenal warms up prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Emirates Stadium on January 3, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Man Utd agree four-year deal for Alexis

Although nothing's official yet, reports are now starting to do the rounds that Alexis Sanchez has signed a four-and-a-half year deal with Manchester United.

Wright unconvinced over Arsenal’s ‘panicky’ signings

Ian Wright is not entirely convinced by Arsenal potentially signing Manchester United playmaker Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Borussia Dortmund striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
Rio Ferdinand

Ferdinand: Alexis has got more opportunities to win trophies at Man City

Rio Ferdinand believes Alexis Sanchez should join Manchester City and not Manchester United if he wants to win trophies.

‘Fantastic deal for a quality player’ – Yorke excited over Alexis’ move to Man...

Former Manchester United forward Dwight Yorke is positively salivating at the prospect of his old club signing Alexis Sanchez from Arsenal.

Waddle: Alexis will replace Mata at Man Utd

Chris Waddle thinks Alexis Sanchez will replace Juan Mata in the current Manchester United side, if the Chilean completes his January move to Old Trafford.
Henrikh Mkhitaryan

Boarding a sinking ship: No one wants to play for Arsenal and who can...

It's getting increasingly hard to get angry at players for not wanting to play at Arsenal - who would at the moment?
BURNLEY, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 26: Danny Welbeck of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between Burnley and Arsenal at Turf Moor on November 26, 2017 in Burnley, England. (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images)

Report: Wenger blocks Welbeck loan move

Arsene Wenger has reportedly stopped Danny Welbeck from going out on loan to Besiktas this month because Alexis Sanchez's move to Manchester United leaves Arsenal short up front.

How much is Alexis worth to Man City and Man Utd?

Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher discussed the value of Alexis Sanchez ahead of the Chilean's potential departure from Arsenal.

Raiola: Alexis is part of Mkhitaryan deal not other way around

Manchester United will not sign Alexis Sanchez unless Henrikh Mkhitaryan agrees to join Arsenal, says agent Mino Raiola.
Henrikh Mkhitaryan

No agreement in place with Mkhitaryan for Alexis swap-deal

Henrikh Mkhitaryan is the final piece of the puzzle in Manchester United's deal for Alexis Sanchez, but Arsenal aren't close to an agreement with the Armenian.
Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast

Episode 130: No need to argue

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew is joined by Lee to discuss how Alexis is sh*t anyway, while pondering if Arsene Wenger has any friends and why.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 02: Alexis Sanchez of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Manchester United at Emirates Stadium on December 2, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Man City pull out of Alexis deal as Man Utd’s offer was greater

Manchester City have dropped their interest in Alexis Sanchez after Manchester United offered considerably more money than their £60m summer deal, according to David Ornstein.

Did Man Utd really first approach Alexis a year ago?

Manchester United reportedly first approached Alexis Sanchez's representatives over a move in the summer, despite Manchester City being ahead in the race for his signature.
Antonio Conte of Chelsea

‘I don’t think so’ – Conte rejects claims Chelsea want to sign Alexis

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte denies the Blues want to sign Alexis Sanchez this month, despite reports suggesting they were making a late effort for the Chilean's signature.
Arsene Wenger manager of Arsenal (right) and Ivan Gazidis, CEO of Arsenal. Picture: Clive Rose/Getty Images

Alexis swap deal to Man Utd: Wenger wants Martial, Mislintat wants Mkhitaryan

Arsenal could be looking for a Manchester United player in exchange for Alexis Sanchez, but Arsene Wenger and Sven Mislintat have different targets in mind.

Alexis choosing Manchester United over Manchester City shows he is no football purist

All he wants to do is play! It’s something you hear constantly about Alexis Sanchez and it’s true, but he’s not above wanting to do that for the highest amount possible like all the others.

Arsenal haven’t built a strong enough squad around Alexis

Arsenal's signing of Alexis Sanchez was supposed to be a step toward success, but the transfers since his arrival haven't been good enough - likely causing his disillusion.

Mislintat behind Alexis’ move to Man Utd

Arsenal's new head scout Sven Mislintat is said to be the main figurehead behind Alexis Sanchez's move to Manchester United.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 03: Alexis Sanchez of Arsenal warms up prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Emirates Stadium on January 3, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Man Utd will make Alexis their highest earner

Manchester United are reportedly willing to make Alexis Sanchez their highest paid player to sign him this month.

‘There is tapping up involved’ – Souness unhappy with Man Utd’s approach for Alexis

Sky Sports pundit Graeme Souness admits that he's 'mystified' by Alexis Sanchez's impending move to Manchester United, and insists there must have been 'tapping up' along the line.

5 reasons why Manchester United are prepared to pay stupid money for Alexis Sanchez

With Alexis Sanchez's shock move to Manchester United seemingly just days away, we look at why the Red Devils are prepared to spend such big money on the 29-year-old.

Arsenal are a shambles and they’re about to make it much much worse

After matchday 23, Arsenal sit sixth. Having just lost to 17th (at the time) Bournemouth, everything appears to have hit rock bottom.

Manchester City or Manchester United? Alexis Sanchez latest as Wenger gives updates

After Arsene Wenger left Alexis Sanchez at home for Arsenal's trip to Bournemouth, we're rounding up what we know so far about the Chilean's situation.
Bordeaux's Brazilian forward Malcom runs with the ball during the French L1 football match between Bordeaux (FCGB) and Montpellier (MHSC) on December 20, 2017, at the Matmut Atlantique stadium in Bordeaux, southwestern France. / AFP PHOTO / NICOLAS TUCAT /Getty Images

Reports: Malcom will finalise £44.5m move to Arsenal on Monday

Malcom is with his agent to 'finalise a transfer to Arsenal', according to a French journalist, as his representatives hint at a move on social media.

Wenger: Alexis decision in next 48 hours

Arsene Wenger says the club will decide Alexis Sanchez's future in the next 48 hours, one way or another, and admits they have to replace the Chilean.

Depressing stat proves Arsenal are worse but these 2 players are better

Arsenal have eight points fewer in the Premier League this season than they had at the same time last term.

Things set to get worse at Arsenal

There is no way for Wenger to redeem himself to enable a long-term stay at the club beyond 2019 when his current contract expires. Even...
Bordeaux's Brazilian forward Malcom runs with the ball during the French L1 football match between Bordeaux (FCGB) and Montpellier (MHSC) on December 20, 2017, at the Matmut Atlantique stadium in Bordeaux, southwestern France. / AFP PHOTO / NICOLAS TUCAT /Getty Images

Arsenal want to finalise Malcom transfer with meeting at weekend

Arsenal want to finalise a deal with Bordeaux for Malcom this weekend, and they've planned a meeting with his representatives to do so.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 10: Alexis Sanchez of Arsenal speaks with Antonio Conte, Manager of Chelsea during the Carabao Cup Semi-Final First Leg match between Chelsea and Arsenal at Stamford Bridge on January 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Antonio Conte explains Arsenal’s Alexis asking price, trying to sign him and why he’s...

Antonio Conte says Alexis Sanchez is available for around £20m this January, and claims buying the Chilean would be a 'good investment'.

Wenger finally admits defeat in Alexis contract saga

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has conceded Alexis Sanchez could leave this month as long as he can bring in a replacement as he prepares for life after the Chile international.

Manchester City trying to use Alexis to drive Arsenal price down

Manchester City are apparently ready to walk away from a deal to sign Alexis in January due to financial demands, but are they really or is Pep Guardiola just up to his old tricks?
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - JANUARY 05: Jose Mourinho, Manager of Manchester United looks on during the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Manchester United and Derby County at Old Trafford on January 5, 2018 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Mourinho praises Alexis but refuses to disrespect Arsenal – no really

Arsene Wenger admitted Friday that Alexis Sanchez's future is up in the air as Jose Mourinho and Pep Guardiola stayed tight-lipped over potential moves for the forward during the January transfer window.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 10: Alexis Sanchez of Arsenal (L) and Francis Coquelin of Arsenal (R) celebrate after Theo Walcott of Arsenal (not pictured) scored Arsenals first goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Stoke City at the Emirates Stadium on December 10, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

What could Arsenal’s squad look at the end of January?

Arsenal's squad could go through more change if they shed some squad players and make one big change to the first team this January, so how could they be lining up at the end of the month?
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 02: Alexis Sanchez of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Manchester United at Emirates Stadium on December 2, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsene Wenger could sell to Manchester United under Jose but probably won’t

With rumours of Alexis Sanchez possibly joining Manchester United, you'd think Arsene Wenger would never sell to Jose Mourinho.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 03: Alexis Sanchez of Arsenal warms up prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Emirates Stadium on January 3, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Will Arsenal really stand firm on Alexis again or cave to player’s Manchester City...

Arsene Wenger continues to be cagey about the future of Alexis Sanchez as the club enters a crucial few weeks.