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LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 21: Henri Lansbury (L) of Arsenal celebrates after scoring the opening goal during the Carling Cup third round match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal at White Hart Lane on September 21, 2010 in London, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Former Arsenal youngster retires at 32 in surprise career move

Former Arsenal player, Henri Lansbury, announces his retirement from football at 32, revealing a surprising new career in gardening.
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - AUGUST 12: Alexander Isak of Newcastle United is embraced by manager Eddie Howe following his substitution during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Aston Villa at St. James Park on August 12, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Former Arsenal man criticises Eddie Howe’s Isak decision

Former Arsenal player, Fredrik Ljungberg, questions Eddie Howe's decision to sub Alexander Isak after his two goals for Newcastle. Is this about ego or strategy?
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 18: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, and Unai Emery, Manager of Aston Villa, look on 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)

3-match ban handed out for ‘violent’ Arsenal clash

Aston Villa's Victor Manas has been given a three-match stadium ban and a fine for a clash with Arsenal's Miguel Molina last season.
Declan Rice after signing for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal’s squad now the most expensive in the world

Arsenal's spending spree skyrockets their squad's market value, dethroning Manchester City to become the most valuable squad globally.
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - MAY 28: Douglas Luiz of Aston Villa in action during the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Brighton & Hove Albion at Villa Park on May 28, 2023 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Matthew Lewis/Getty Images)

Arsenal give Douglas Luiz Tottenham alternative

Arsenal are setting the stage for a dramatic hijack of Tottenham's target Douglas Luiz from Aston Villa. Spurs might need a backup plan.
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - APRIL 20: Moussa Diaby of Leverkusen in action during the UEFA Europa League quarterfinal second leg match between Royale Union Saint-Gilloise and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at Stade Joseph Marien on April 20, 2023 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)

Aston Villa agree €40m+ deal for Arsenal target

Aston Villa are set to sign Arsenal-linked Moussa Diaby from Bayer Leverkusen for a significant fee, according to reports.
MADRID, SPAIN - OCTOBER 26: Moussa Diaby of Bayer 04 Leverkusen reacts during the UEFA Champions League group B match between Atletico Madrid and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at Civitas Metropolitano Stadium on October 26, 2022 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)

Aston Villa join Arsenal in race for £50m signing

Aston Villa are the latest club to join Arsenal in the race for Bayer Leverkusen winger Moussa Diaby, according to a report.
Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal with the Heads Up logo on his shirt during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Newcastle United at Emirates Stadium on February 16, 2020 in London, United Kingdom.

Arsenal to sell Nicolas Pepe or terminate contract

Nicolas Pepe could soon depart from Arsenal as the club seeks buyers for the £72m signing who failed to make a substantial impact at the Emirates.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 27: Mana Iwabuchi of Arsenal during the UEFA Women's Champions League group C match between Arsenal and FC Zürich at Emirates Stadium on October 27, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

No World Cup for Arsenal attacker after poor Spurs loan

Arsenal star Mana Iwabuchi's absence from the Women's World Cup squad raises questions after a struggling Tottenham loan spell. Uncover
LEICESTER, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 15: Youri Tielemans of Leicester City during the Premier League match between Leicester City and Crystal Palace at The King Power Stadium on October 15, 2022 in Leicester, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Youri Tielemans agrees to join Aston Villa

Aston Villa seize victory in the transfer market, signing Arsenal target Youri Tielemans as a free agent after his Leicester City stint.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 04: Reiss Nelson of Arsenal celebrates at full time after scoring the winning goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and AFC Bournemouth at Emirates Stadium on March 04, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Reiss Nelson agrees new Arsenal contract

Arsenal secure Reiss Nelson's future with a significant new contract. The 23-year-old attacker agrees to a lucrative four-year extension, ending speculation about a potential free transfer.
Kieran Tierney playing in pre-season (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal inform Newcastle United of Tierney asking price

Arsenal are asking for more than £30m for the signing of Kieran Tierney, with Newcastle United leading the race ahead of Aston Villa.
Kieran Tierney Arsenal exit - Arsenal's Scottish defender Kieran Tierney acknowledges supporters at the end of the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Emirates Stadium in London on May 28, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Kieran Tierney encouraged to join Aston Villa over Newcastle

Former Aston Villa player Alan Hutton expresses his hopes for Arsenal's Kieran Tierney to join Villa amid growing transfer rumours.
Kieran Tierney Arsenal exit - NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - MAY 07: Kieran Tierney of Arsenal arrives at the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal FC at St. James Park on May 07, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Newcastle confident of £30m Arsenal deal

Arsenal's Kieran Tierney is at the centre of a transfer tug of war, with Newcastle United emerging as front runners.
Kieran Tierney Arsenal exit - NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - MAY 07: Kieran Tierney of Arsenal arrives at the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal FC at St. James Park on May 07, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Aston Villa and Newcastle still keen on Kieran Tierney

Exploring the impact of a potential transfer of Kieran Tierney from Arsenal amidst interest from Aston Villa and Newcastle.
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Arsenal to benefit from Guendouzi sell-on clause

Arsenal could benefit from Guendouzi sell-on clause as Marseille seek to profit from the midfielder's sale this summer.
MADRID, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 25: Marco Asensio of Real Madrid reacts during the LaLiga Santander match between Real Madrid CF and Atletico de Madrid at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on February 25, 2023 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)

Aston Villa bid for Real Madrid 27yo after Arsenal interest reports

Aston Villa have submitted a bid for Marco Asensio, with Arsenal reportedly among the teams interested in the Real Madrid winger.
New Arsenal kit - Leaked picture of Ben White, Aaron Ramsdale, Emile Smith Rowe, and Bukayo Saka wearing the 2023/24 Arsenal home kit (Photo via afcstuff on Twitter)

Arsenal’s new kit for 2023/24: A nod to The Invincibles

Arsenal's new home kit for the 2023/24 season celebrates unity and pays homage to the spirit of The Invincibles from the 2003/04 unbeaten season.
LUSAIL CITY, QATAR: Emi Martinez of Argentina celebrates the team's first goal scored by Lionel Messi during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 semi-final match between Argentina and Croatia at Lusail Stadium on December 13, 2022. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Emiliano Martinez transfer to Tottenham rumoured

Reports suggest ex-Arsenal goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez could move to Spurs. Is he set to ruffle more Gunners' feathers?
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 19: Dani Ceballos of Arsenal looks dejected following his sides defeat in the Premier League match between Everton and Arsenal at Goodison Park on December 19, 2020 in Liverpool, England. A limited number of fans (2000) are welcomed back to stadiums to watch elite football across England. This was following easing of restrictions on spectators in tiers one and two areas only. (Photo by Peter Powell -

Unai Emery wants to sign Arsenal flop from Real Madrid

Unai Emery targets former Arsenal loanee Dani Ceballos for Aston Villa, offering a chance for redemption after his underwhelming stint at the Gunners
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Football Club Fan Tokens: A risky investment – Arsenal’s $AFC Token loses 38.35%, Leeds’...

Discover the risky world of football club fan tokens as we analyse the top and bottom performers, including Arsenal's $AFC token losing 38.35% in 12 months. Learn more.
BOREHAMWOOD, ENGLAND - MAY 05: Referee Emily Heaslip speaks with Frida Maanum of Arsenal during the FA Women's Super League match between Arsenal and Leicester City at Meadow Park on May 05, 2023 in Borehamwood, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Arsenal injuries pile-up as final straight begins

Arsenal edge closer to Champions League qualification with victory over Leicester City, but multiple injuries cast a shadow over the win.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 23: Kieran Tierney of Arsenal receives tips from Unai Emery, Manager of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Southampton FC at Emirates Stadium on November 23, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Emery wants Kieran Tierney reunion as Newcastle United prepare £30m bid

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is reportedly targeting Arsenal left-back Kieran Tierney for a summer move, seeking a reunion with the player he brought to the Emirates.
Arsenal transfers - LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 16: Kieran Tierney of Arsenal during the Premier League match between West Ham United and Arsenal FC at London Stadium on April 16, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Aston Villa to rival Newcastle to sign Arsenal 25yo

Aston Villa hope to rival Newcastle United for the signing of Kieran Tierney this summer, according to a report.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND: Unai Emery, Manager of Aston Villa, reacts prior to the Premier League match between Manchester City and Aston Villa at Etihad Stadium on February 12, 2023. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Unai Emery on his ‘complete and beautiful’ time at Arsenal and Aston Villa ambitions

Unai Emery reflects on his Arsenal tenure and shares his ambitious goals for Aston Villa, including European football and a title challenge.
Lokomotiv Moscow v Olympique de Marseille: Group E - UEFA Europa League. Matteo Guendouzi of Marseille looks on during the UEFA Europa League Group E match between Lokomotiv Moscow and Olympique de Marseille on September 16, 2021. Copyright: Mike Kireev

Newcastle, West Ham among trio chasing former Arsenal man

Newcastle United, Aston Villa, and West Ham United are interested in signing former Gunner Matteo Guendouzi, according to reports in France.
Arsenal's English midfielder Reiss Nelson celebrates after scoring his team third goal of the team during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Bournemouth at the Emirates Stadium in London on March 4, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

AC Milan favourites to sign Reiss Nelson on free transfer

Arsenal's Reiss Nelson could join AC Milan this summer as he seeks more playing time. The Italian club reportedly leads the race for the talented winger.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND: Unai Emery, Manager of Aston Villa, reacts prior to the Premier League match between Manchester City and Aston Villa at Etihad Stadium on February 12, 2023. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Unai Emery reflects on Arsenal differences and Newcastle offer

Unai Emery reveals why he turned down Newcastle United's offer in 2021 and discusses the differences between rebuilding Arsenal and building a new team at Newcastle.
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)

Matteo Guendouzi manager disappointment opens exit door

Igor Tudor's disapproval of Matteo Guendouzi will likely lead to a summer exit, leaving Marseille supporters disappointed.
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 21: Kieran Tierney of Scotland is seen during the UEFA Nations League League B Group 1 match between Scotland and Ukraine at Hampden Park on September 21, 2022 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Unai Emery keen to stop Newcastle signing Kieran Tierney

Newcastle United and Aston Villa are expected to move for Kieran Tierney this summer while Leicester City had an enquiry knocked back in January.
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND: Tyrone Mings of Aston Villa inspects the pitch prior to the Premier League match between Southampton FC and Aston Villa at Friends Provident St. Mary's Stadium on January 21, 2023. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)

Aston Villa starter an injury doubt to face Arsenal

Tyrone Mings is a doubt to face Arsenal at the weekend, as he works to make his comeback from a recent injury with Aston Villa.
Marseille's French midfielder Matteo Guendouzi warms up prior to the UEFA Conference League semi-final football match between Feyenoord and Olympique Marseille (OM) at De Kuip stadium in Rotterdam, on April 28, 2022. (Photo by KENZO TRIBOUILLARD/AFP via Getty Images)

Marseille received no official bids for Guendouzi despite rumours

Olympique de Marseille didn't receive any official bids for Matteo Guendouzi during the January transfer window, according to their club president.
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)

Unai Emery not able to sign Matteo Guendouzi in this window

Unai Emery has been trying to get Matteo Guendouzi out of Marseille but while the French club are open to selling the former Arsenal midfielder, it will not happen in this window.
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)

Premier League move for former Gunner with sell-on clause breaks down

Matteo Guendouzi is set to stay with Olympique de Marseille this month, meaning Arsenal will have to wait to cash in on his sell-on clause.
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)

Aston Villa make ‘fabulous offer’ for Matteo Guendouzi says L’Equipe

Unai Emery continues to try and lure Matteo Guendouzi to Aston Villa with the former Arsenal midfielder's time at Marseille looking like it is coming to an end.
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)

Unai Emery to bid up to €50m for Matteo Guendouzi

Under the guidance of Unai Emery, Aston Villa are expected to make a significant bid for Matteo Guendouzi, a player the former Arsenal manager is a huge fan of.
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)

Arsenal could profit on sell-on clause amid €30-40m fee reports

Arsenal could be set to cash in through a sell-on clause as Aston Villa pursue a move for Matteo Guendouzi of Olympique de Marseille.
SEVILLE, SPAIN - DECEMBER 13: Unai Emery, Head Coach of Villarreal looks on during the La Liga Santander match between Real Betis and Villarreal CF at Estadio Benito Villamarin on December 13, 2020 in Seville, Spain. Sporting stadiums around Spain 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 Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Why Arsenal fans should hope Emery has strong Villa start

Aston Villa have appointed Unai Emery as their new head coach, and the former Arsenal manager will face Manchester United in his first two games.
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Former Arsenal and Tottenham managers linked with Villa job

Unai Emery and Mauricio Pochettino have both been linked with the now-vacant Aston Villa job with the former Arsenal man said to heading for talks.
Aston Villas midfielder Douglas Luiz looks eyes the ball during the friendly football match between Stade Rennais and Aston Villa, at the Roazhon Park stadium in Rennes, western France on July 30, 2022. (Photo by Damien Meyer / AFP) (Photo by DAMIEN MEYER/AFP via Getty Images)

I love this club: Douglas Luiz signs new Aston Villa contract

After trying to get a move to Arsenal in the summer, Douglas Luiz has signed a new contract with Aston Villa, the club he 'loves'.