Tag: Didier Digard

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)

Arsenal start talks with Aston Villa over 23yo loan

Aston Villa is reportedly in discussions with Arsenal for full-back Nuno Tavares, while also eyeing Sevilla's Marcos Acuna and considering an offer from Nice for Lucas Digne.
Nice's Ivorian forward Nicolas Pepe controls the ball during the UEFA Europa Conference League Quater Final football match between Nice (OGCN) and FC Basel at the Allianz Riviera in Nice, on April 20, 2023. (Photo by Valery HACHE / AFP) (Photo by VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal 27yo has ‘no future’ at the club says top journalist

As Arsenal looks to offload winger Nicolas Pepe this summer, his high wages and inconsistent form pose significant challenges in finding a buyer.
Nice's new recruit Ivorian forward Nicolas Pepe is presented during the UEFA Conference League play-off second leg football match between OGC Nice and Maccabi Tel-Aviv FC at the Allianz Riviera stadium in Nice on August 25, 2022. - Nice's new recrue Pepe (Photo by Valery HACHE / AFP) (Photo by VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images)

Nicolas Pepe’s future in doubt after underwhelming season

Nicolas Pepe faces an uncertain future after a disappointing loan spell at OGC Nice, with Arsenal hopeful of selling the winger.
Nice's new recruit Ivorian forward Nicolas Pepe is presented during the UEFA Conference League play-off second leg football match between OGC Nice and Maccabi Tel-Aviv FC at the Allianz Riviera stadium in Nice on August 25, 2022. - Nice's new recrue Pepe (Photo by Valery HACHE / AFP) (Photo by VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal loanees’ exciting week: Pepe’s gamble, Soares’ struggles, Moller’s wild ride, and more

It was an eventful week for Arsenal's loanees, including Nicolas Pepe's risk-taking, Cedric Soares' challenges, and a 15 minute appearance that saw Nikolaj Moller score, give away a penalty and pick up two yellows.
Nice's Ivorian forward Nicolas Pepe (C) scores the 0:1 goal during the European Conference League 1st Round Group D football match 1. FC Slovacko vs OGG Nice in Uherske Hradiste, Czech Republic, on October 6, 2022. (Photo by RADEK MICA/AFP via Getty Images)

“Incredible mindset” Nicolas Pepe hailed by OGC Nice boss

OGC Nice boss Didier Digard admits Nicolas Pepe took a fitness risk to play on Thursday, before dropping out of their squad this weekend.
Aaron Ramsey signs for OGC Nice [via OGC Nice]

Aaron Ramsey nears improved contract as career flourishes at Nice

Aaron Ramsey's career revitalised at Nice, close to signing a multi-year contract extension after overcoming injury-plagued spell at Juventus.
Lorient's French midfielder Romain Faivre (L) fights for the ball with Nice's Ivorian forward Nicolas Pepe during the French L1 football match between OGC Nice and FC Lorient at the Allianz Riviera Stadium in Nice, south-eastern France, on March 19, 2023. (Photo by VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images)

Manager claims Arsenal loanee is feared by opponents

OGC Nice boss Didier Digard says Nicolas Pepe is feared by his opponents, and his return from injury is a boost for the team.
Nice's Ivorian forward Nicolas Pepe (C) scores the 0:1 goal during the European Conference League 1st Round Group D football match 1. FC Slovacko vs OGG Nice in Uherske Hradiste, Czech Republic, on October 6, 2022. (Photo by RADEK MICA/AFP via Getty Images)

Nicolas Pepe’s knee woes: How long will OGC Nice’s top scorer be out?

Nicolas Pepe is suffering from tendonitis in his knee, missing another game for OGC Nice with no clarity on the length of his absence yet.