Tag: Brentford FC

Brentford v Arsenal Premier League Brentford s Ivan Toney and Arsenals Pablo Mari during the Premier League match at the Brentford Community Stadium, Brentford Copyright: Daniel Hambury

Arsenal join Premier League striker’s list of admirers

Arsenal are one of Ivan Toney's admirers ahead of the summer transfer window, but he may still extend his contract with Brentford.
Brentford v Arsenal Premier League Arsenal s Bukayo Saka shows dejection as they concede their second goal during the Premier League match at the Brentford Community Stadium, Brentford Copyright: Daniel Hambury

Episode 302: Arsenal’s Bee sting shows contrasting clarity of purpose

This week, Matthew is joined by Paul and Brentford fan and host of the Sustainababble podcast (@thebabblewagon) Dave Powell (@powellds) to run the rule over any remaining Arsenal pre-season optimism evaporating on day one.
Daniel Oyegoke with England (Photo via Oyegoke on Instagram)

Talented Arsenal 18yo signs for Brentford

Arsenal prospect Daniel Oyegoke is reportedly heading for Brentford, after confirming his exit from North London on social media.
ST ALBANS, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 08: of Arsenal during a training session at London Colney on September 08, 2020 in St Albans, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Watford join Brentford with Arsenal in talks over Saliba Championship loan

Arsenal are in talks with Championship clubs over a loan for William Saliba this window, with Watford joining Brentford on the list.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND - JULY 29: David Raya of Brentford during the Sky Bet Championship Play Off Semi-final 2nd Leg match between Brentford and Swansea City at Griffin Park on July 29, 2020 in Brentford, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Arsenal retain interest in Raya who has release clause next summer

Arsenal continue to hold an interest in Brentford goalkeeper David Raya, whose new contract contains a release clause for next summer.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND - JULY 29: David Raya of Brentford during the Sky Bet Championship Play Off Semi-final 2nd Leg match between Brentford and Swansea City at Griffin Park on July 29, 2020 in Brentford, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Raya extends his contract with Brentford after Arsenal pursuit dies down

David Raya extended his contract with Brentford on Friday, with interest from Arsenal earlier in the window appearing to fade away.
Folarin Balogun in training with Arsenal (Photo via Instagram)

Sheffield United still in talks with Arsenal to sign Balogun

Sheffield United remain in talks with Arsenal over academy striker Folarin Balogun, holding positive discussions with the fellow Premier League club.

Villa make second bid for Martinez: Arsenal want a replacement first

Aston Villa have placed a second bid for Emi Martinez, but Arsenal will only let the goalkeeper leave if they can sign a replacement first.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND - JANUARY 28: Said Benrahma of Brentford looks on during the Sky Bet Championship match between Brentford FC and Nottingham Forest at Griffin Park on January 28, 2020, in Brentford, England. (Photo by Alex Burstow/Getty Images)

Arsenal among clubs chasing Benrahma this summer

Arsenal are among the clubs chasing Said Benrahma for a summer move, as his current side Brentford push for promotion.
Folarin Balogun (Photo via Instagram / FolarinBalogun67)

Southampton and Brentford among clubs after Balogun

Southampton and Brentford are reportedly in the race for Arsenal academy striker Folarin Balogun, who looks likely to leave the club this summer.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND - JANUARY 28: Said Benrahma of Brentford looks on during the Sky Bet Championship match between Brentford FC and Nottingham Forest at Griffin Park on January 28, 2020, in Brentford, England. (Photo by Alex Burstow/Getty Images)

French media: Arsenal hold an interest in Said Benrahma

Arsenal are one of three Premier League clubs with an interest in Brentford winger Said Benrahma, according to reports in France.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 11: Ollie Watkins of Brentford celebrates after he scores his side's second goal during the Sky Bet Championship match between Brentford and Cardiff City at Griffin Park on December 11, 2019, in Brentford, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Ollie Watkins: That’s the dream, to play for Arsenal one day

Brentford striker Ollie Watkins admits it's his dream to play for Arsenal someday, though he's not sure it will ever happen.
WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 21: Said Benrahma of Brentford battles for possession with Semi Ajayi of West Bromwich Albion during the Sky Bet Championship match between West Bromwich Albion and Brentford at The Hawthorns on December 21, 2019, in West Bromwich, England. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images)

Former Arsenal players push club to look at Benrahma

Several former Arsenal players are encouraging their old club to take a closer look at Brentford winger Said Benrahma, according to reports.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND - JANUARY 28: Said Benrahma of Brentford looks on during the Sky Bet Championship match between Brentford FC and Nottingham Forest at Griffin Park on January 28, 2020, in Brentford, England. (Photo by Alex Burstow/Getty Images)

Arsenal admire Brentford winger Said Benrahma

Arsenal admire Brentford winger Said Benrahma and have him on their shortlist ahead of the summer, according to reports in the English media.

Josh Dasilva: I want Arsenal to win every single game

Despite leaving Arsenal in 2017 and supporting another club as a child, ex-academy midfielder Josh Dasilva wishes nothing but the best for his old team.
Folarin Balogun (Photo via Instagram / FolarinBalogun67)

Arsenal reject £5m Brentford bid for Folarin Balogun

Arsenal rejected a £5m offer from Brentford to sign prolific 18-year-old academy striker Folarin Balogun this month, according to reports.
Emile Smith Rowe on his debut for Huddersfield Town (Photo via Instagram)

Video: Smith Rowe robbed of assist on encouraging debut

Emile Smith Rowe should have had an assist after an eye-catching second-half performance on his debut for Huddersfield Town on Saturday.
Bayli Spencer-Adams with Watford (Photo via Twitter)

Ex-Arsenal Dominic Thompson and Bayli Spencer-Adams impress in first FA Cup starts

Former Arsenal academy teenagers Dominic Thompson and Bayli Spencer-Adams impressed in their first FA Cup starts on Saturday.

Josh Dasilva nominated for Championship POTM award

Former Gunner Josh Dasilva is one of the nominees for Championship Player of the Month, after an excellent November with Brentford.
Josh Dasilva after scoring a hat-trick for Brentford (Photo via Twitter)

Former Gunner Josh Dasilva scores hat-trick and provides assist for Brentford

Former Arsenal academy midfielder Josh Dasilva scored a hat-trick and provided an assist in a 7-0 win for Championship Brentford on Saturday.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 28: Josh Dasilva of Brentford is challenged by Nahki Wells of Queens Park Rangers during the Sky Bet Championship match between Queens Park Rangers and Brentford at The Kiyan Prince Foundation Stadium on October 28, 2019, in London, England. (Photo by James Chance/Getty Images)

Video: Former Gunner Josh Dasilva impresses again scoring from range

Former Arsenal academy midfielder Josh Dasilva kept up his strong recent form for Brentford with another goal on Saturday, scoring from distance.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 28: Josh Dasilva of Brentford is challenged by Nahki Wells of Queens Park Rangers during the Sky Bet Championship match between Queens Park Rangers and Brentford at The Kiyan Prince Foundation Stadium on October 28, 2019, in London, England. (Photo by James Chance/Getty Images)

Video: Former Gunner pulls off outrageous skill as positive form continues

Josh Dasilva pulled off a fantastic piece of skill to create a clear cut opportunity for Brentford FC against QPR on Monday night, keeping his run in the team going.

Arsenal sell Dominic Thompson for £3m

Dominic Thompson has signed for Brentford in a deal said to be worth £3m to Arsenal. Brentford announced the deal on Thursday morning after news...
BARNET, ENGLAND - JANUARY 28: Said Benrahma of Brentford during the FA Cup Fourth Round match between Barnet and Brentford at The Hive on January 28, 2019 in Barnet, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Arsenal learn price for Said Benrahma and it’s not pretty

Brentford will reportedly ask for £30m from Premier League clubs Arsenal, Tottenham, West Ham and Crystal Palace for Said Benrahma.
Brentford's English defender Ezri Konsa vies with Arsenal's French striker Alexandre Lacazette during the English League Cup third round football match between Arsenal and Brentford at the Emirates Stadium in London on September 26, 2018. (Photo by Glyn KIRK / AFP)

Arsenal’s interest in Ezri Konsa stems from club ‘prioritising young English talent’

Arsenal want to sign 21-year-old Brentford defender Ezri Konsa for £15m in January, according to reports in the English media.
NORWICH, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 06: Ezri Konsa of England walks out of the tunnel ahead of the 2019 UEFA European Under 21 Championship Qualifying match between England U21 and Netherlands U21 at Carrow Road on September 6, 2018 in Norwich, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

Arsenal to spend £15m on Ezri Konsa

Arsenal will reportedly bid £15m to sign Ezri Konsa from Brentford.
Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast

Episode 167: A (not all that) Magnificent Seven

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew and Anita look back at home victories against local rivals Watford and Brentford and...
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 26: Alexandre Lacazette of Arsenal scores his sides third goal during the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Arsenal and Brentford at Emirates Stadium on September 26, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Alexandre Lacazette explains what Unai Emery said at halftime against Brentford

Alexandre Lacazette revealed that Unai Emery called on his team to ‘play higher and quicker’ after the first half against Brentford in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night.
Arsenal v Brentford - Carabao Cup Third Round

Welbeck stars and Smith Rowe impresses on debut: Player ratings vs Brentford

Arsenal defeated Brentford 3-1 to progress to the next round of the League Cup on Wednesday, in a game that was a lot closer than the first-half suggested it would be.

Unai Emery names the one thing Emile Smith Rowe needs to improve

Unai Emery was impressed with Emile Smith Rowe after handing the youngster his first start of his fledgling Arsenal career, but he wants him...

Nketiah to start after 5 goals in 5 games: Predicted XI vs Brentford

After getting off to a winning start in the Europa League last week, Arsenal are hoping to do the same in the League Cup against Brentford on Wednesday.

VAR to be used in League Cup clash against Brentford

Arsenal's League Cup clash against Brentford will be one of six to utilise VAR, as English officials continue to trial the system.

Watch: The goal that set up Arsenal’s tie with Brentford

Arsenal will face Brentford at the Emirates in the Carabao Cup after the Bees beat Cheltenham 1-0 on Tuesday night.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 20: Edward Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates with teammates Josh Dasilva and Reiss Nelson after scoring his sides third goal during the Premier League 2 match between West Ham United and Arsenal at London Stadium on April 20, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Linnea Rheborg/Getty Images)

Dasilva admits leaving was ‘hardest’ decision

Josh Dasilva has given his first interview after signing for Brentford on a four-year deal.
arsenal news gossip recap roundup

Daily Arsenal roundup: Ozil, Ospina, Cech, Wilshere & more

Here is a round-up of what the papers are saying about Arsenal this morning along with other bits and pieces I've found that I think you might be interested in.

Arsenal to play Doncaster Rovers in Carabao Cup third round

Arsenal will host League One side Doncaster Rovers in the third round of the Carabao Cup.

Yennaris scores delightful goal for Brentford

Former Arsenal youngster (and ball boy) Nico Yennaris, scored a lovely, deft finish for Brentford at the weekend as they beat Rotherham 4-2.
Chuba Akpom

Why loan spell could benefit Akpom amid Championship interest

According to a recent report in the Times, three Championship sides are all interested in signing Chuba Akpom on loan until the end of the current campaign.

Watch: Chris Willock shows off silky skills in new tutorial video

In a segment known as 'Skills School' for Arsenal's official YouTube channel, 18-year-old Chris Willock has shown how to perform one of his trademark moves known as the 'Hocus Pocus'.

Brentford want Chris Willock on loan – report

Championship club Brentford are reportedly interested in bringing Chris Willock in on a season-long loan.