Tag: Eddie Nketiah

Eddie Nketiah plays for Arsenal Football Club. The English striker joined the Arsenal Academy system after being released from Chelsea‘s youth system in 2015. Nketiah wears the number 30 for Arsenal. He was born on May 30, 1999.

Eddie Nketiah scores in an Arsenal friendly vs Watford (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Granit Xhaka calls on Arsenal to get behind Jesus replacement

Granit Xhaka has called on Arsenal to support Eddie Nketiah in Gabriel Jesus' absence, highlighting the young striker's positive past performances.
Eddie Nketiah scores in an Arsenal friendly vs Watford (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Highlights as Arsenal face Watford in behind-closed-doors friendly

Arsenal took on Watford in a behind-closed-doors friendly match at London Colney on Saturday, with a first-team side playing 45 minutes.
Mikel Arteta and the squad in training (Photo via Arsenal.com)

8 Arsenal players return to training, 6 still out

A number of Arsenal's first-team players returned to training on Monday, and four youth players joined their first session back.

Ghana give up on Arsenal 23yo for World Cup squad

The Ghana FA have given up on recruiting Eddie Nketiah to their squad for the World Cup, according to a report.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Leicester City at Emirates Stadium on August 13, 2022. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Eddie Nketiah speaks on his struggle for starts this season

Eddie Nketiah is keen to get opportunities on the pitch after a relatively quiet start to the season, but he knows it's up to him to take his chances.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta speaks to Arsenal's English striker Eddie Nketiah during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Fulham at the Emirates Stadium in London on August 27, 2022. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arteta comment on Nketiah draws Aubameyang comparison

Mikel Arteta says it's no surprise Eddie Nketiah had a positive cameo appearance on Saturday, as you could see he was ready for a fight.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates after scoring their team's second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Everton at Emirates Stadium on May 22, 2022. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Arsenal striker in talks with 2 FAs over his international future

Eddie Nketiah is yet to make a decision on his international future, with the English FA now also in talks with him as well as Ghana.

Will Gabriel Jesus break Arsenal’s number 9 curse?

As Arsenal finally announce the signing of Gabriel Jesus, will he be the one to break the number 9 curse that's hung over the shirt for years?
Albert Sambi Lokonga and Eddie Nketiah celebrate a goal in pre-season (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Nketiah & Lokonga star in Arsenal’s pre-season opener

Arsenal played their first friendly of pre-season against Ipswich Town on Saturday, thrashing the League One side 5-1.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates after scoring their team's second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Everton at Emirates Stadium on May 22, 2022. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Eddie Nketiah finally signs new Arsenal contract: Details here

Eddie Nketiah has now signed a new contract with Arsenal to June 2027, with an official statement finally coming on Saturday.
WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND: Eddie Nketiah of England celebrates after scoring their team's fourth goal during the UEFA Euro Under 21 Qualifier match between England U21 and Albania U21 at Molineux on November 17, 2020. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Arsenal star could switch from England to Ghana next week

England u21 international Eddie Nketiah could be eligible to play for Ghana from next week, according to a report from the country.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates after scoring their team's second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Everton at Emirates Stadium on May 22, 2022. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Arsenal expected to confirm Eddie Nketiah extension

Arsenal are expected to confirm a new deal for Eddie Nketiah in the coming days despite his inclusion on the released list, according to a report.
Joel Lopez playing for the Arsenal u23s (Photo via Lopez on Instagram)

Arsenal release 4 players with 1 more uncertain

Arsenal have confirmed they're releasing at least four players this summer, with Eddie Nketiah's situation still unclear as a possible fifth.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Leeds United at Emirates Stadium on May 08, 2022. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Eddie Nketiah set to sign new 5-year deal

Eddie Nketiah is staying at Arsenal and he's now set to sign a five-year deal with the club, according to a report.
Arsenal's English striker Eddie Nketiah celebrates with Arsenal's Brazilian striker Gabriel Martinelli (back) after scoring his team's second goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Everton at the Emirates Stadium in London on May 22, 2022. - (Photo by DANIEL LEAL/AFP via Getty Images)

How much have Arsenal offered Eddie Nketiah?

Arsenal are said to be confident of getting Eddie Nketiah to sign a new deal, so what have they offered the forward to get him to change his mind?
LONDON, ENGLAND: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates after scoring their team's second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Everton at Emirates Stadium on May 22, 2022. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Arsenal optimistic Eddie Nketiah will accept their final contract offer

Arsenal have formally made Eddie Nketiah one final contract offer, and sources suggest the player is now ready to stay at the club.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 08: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates after scoring his teams second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Leeds United at Emirates Stadium on May 08, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Liverpool warned against signing Eddie Nketiah

Former Liverpool man, Steve McManaman, has warned Liverpool not to pick up Eddie Nketiah when the striker becomes a free agent this summer.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates scoring their side's first goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Leeds United at Emirates Stadium on May 08, 2022. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Arsenal to offer Nketiah big pay rise with 8 clubs chasing transfer

Arsenal are ready to hand Eddie Nketiah a significant pay rise to ward off serious interest from eight clubs set to try and sign him.
Arsenal's English striker Eddie Nketiah (R) vies with Chelsea's Danish defender Andreas Christensen (L) during the English Premier League football match between Chelsea and Arsenal at Stamford Bridge in London on April 20, 2022. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Eddie Nketiah to switch allegiance

Eddie Nketiah is expected to switch his international allegiance from England to Ghana.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates scoring his side's second goal with teammates during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Leeds United at Emirates Stadium on May 08, 2022. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

West Ham lead race to sign Eddie Nketiah

West Ham United are now leading the race to sign Eddie Nketiah from Arsenal when his contract expires this summer, according to a report.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Leeds United at Emirates Stadium on May 08, 2022. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Episode 328: Eddie steadies Arsenal as D-day approaches

Matthew and Paul look back at the win over Leeds, praise Nketiah's ability to repeatedly close down goalies and try not to soil their undergarments ahead of Thursday's visit to the toilet bowl.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Leeds United at Emirates Stadium on May 08, 2022. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Arsenal still optimistic striker will sign new contract

Arsenal are still optimistic that Eddie Nketiah will sign a new contract to remain with the club, according to a report.

Early Arsenal team news as journalist names starting striker

Eddie Nketiah is set to keep his place in the starting lineup for Arsenal against former loan club Leeds United on Sunday, as his resurgence continues.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal shoots at goal during the Premier League match between West Ham United and Arsenal at London Stadium on May 01, 2022. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Crystal Palace make Arsenal star their top transfer priority

Crystal Palace are prioritising the transfer of Arsenal striker Eddie Nketiah on a free this summer, according to a report.
Arsenal's English striker Eddie Nketiah reacts after missing to score during the English Premier League football match between West Ham United and Arsenal at the London Stadium, in London on May 1, 2022. (Photo by BEN STANSALL/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal will make 1 last attempt to extend striker’s contract

Arsenal are likely to make one last attempt to keep Eddie Nketiah at the club after his recent resurgence, according to a report.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 23: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal celebrates after scoring their team's second goal from the penalty spot during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Manchester United at Emirates Stadium on April 23, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

2 Arsenal players make Premier League Team of the Week

Bukayo Saka and Eddie Nketiah both featured in the BBC Team of the Week this week, following wins over Chelsea and Manchester United.
Moenchengladbach's French forward Marcus Thuram celebrates scoring the opening goal during the UEFA Champions League group B football match Borussia Moenchengladbach v Real Madrid in Moenchengladbach, western Germany on October 27, 2020. (Photo by Ina Fassbender / AFP) (Photo by INA FASSBENDER/AFP via Getty Images)

Gladbach selling striker for £10-15m could have 2 Arsenal impacts

Borussia Monchengladbach will try to sell Marcus Thuram for £10-15m this summer, which could be relevant to Arsenal for two reasons.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal scores their team's first goal past Edouard Mendy of Chelsea (obscured) during the Premier League match between Chelsea and Arsenal at Stamford Bridge on April 20, 2022. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Arsenal hopeful of keeping Eddie Nketiah

Arsenal are still hoping to keep Eddie Nketiah at the club beyond this summer, despite his contract running down with plenty of outside interest.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates after scoring their team's third goal during the Premier League match between Chelsea and Arsenal at Stamford Bridge on April 20, 2022. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Arteta & Nketiah agree on what they’re fighting for

Mikel Arteta and Eddie Nketiah both stressed that they're giving their all for the Arsenal fans after Wednesday's win over Chelsea.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 24: Alexandre Lacazette of Arsenal celebrates their sides second goal with team mate Nicolas Pepe during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Emirates Stadium on February 24, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

16 players who could leave Arsenal this summer

Arsenal are set for another clear-out this summer as the club looks to finally get rid of the last of the deadwood, so what players look like they will be heading for the door?
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta reacts during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Brighton and Hove Albion at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 9, 2022. - Brighton won the match 2-1. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Why it’s time for Arsenal to ditch Lacazette for Nketiah

If you didn't know it already, following last Monday's rather painful experience at Selhurst Park, Saturday's home defeat to Brighton, told us rather emphatically, that nothing can be taken for granted as we head towards the end of this Premier League season.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 21: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates with the match ball following their side's victory in the Carabao Cup Quarter Final match between Arsenal and Sunderland at Emirates Stadium on December 21, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Arsenal 22yo considering switch from England to Ghana

Eddie Nketiah is reportedly considering changing his international allegiance from England to Ghana.
WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND - AUGUST 25: Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal 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)

2 Arsenal players named in League Cup Team of the Tournament

Two Arsenal players have been named in the League Cup Team of the Tournament, even though the final hasn't yet been played.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 24: Alexandre Lacazette of Arsenal celebrates their sides second goal with team mate Bukayo Saka during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Emirates Stadium on February 24, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Smith Rowe and Tomiyasu update as Arsenal beat Wolves

Emile Smith Rowe and Takehiro Tomiyasu were not included in the Arsenal squad for the game against Wolves on Thursday night, so what is the problem?
Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka (R) passes the ball during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Brentford at the Emirates Stadium in London on February 19, 2022.(Photo by IAN KINGTON/AFP via Getty Images)

Simple reason Granit Xhaka refused Arsenal captain’s armband

Granit Xhaka seemingly turned down the captain's armband on Saturday against Brentford after Alexandre Lacazette was subbed off, but Mikel Arteta says it was all a misunderstanding.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 26: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates with teammate Cedric Soares after scoring their side's second goal during the Carabao Cup Round of 16 match between Arsenal and Leeds United at Emirates Stadium on October 26, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal turned down 2 approaches for Nketiah before deadline

Arsenal turned down approaches from Newcastle United and Crystal Palace for Eddie Nketiah in the final days of the January transfer window.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 26: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates after scoring their side's second goal during the Carabao Cup Round of 16 match between Arsenal and Leeds United at Emirates Stadium on October 26, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal striker now set to stay

Eddie Nketiah will not leave Arsenal on deadline day, with potential moves to Crystal Palace and Newcastle United ruled out.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 21: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates with the match ball following their side's victory in the Carabao Cup Quarter Final match between Arsenal and Sunderland at Emirates Stadium on December 21, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Arsenal reject 2nd bid for striker from Premier League club

Eddie Nketiah looks increasingly likely to stay at Arsenal in the January transfer window as they turn another bid down.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - JANUARY 13: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal is challenged by Alisson Becker of Liverpool during the Carabao Cup Semi Final First Leg match between Liverpool and Arsenal at Anfield on January 13, 2022 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Arsenal striker now a high-priority signing for Newcastle United

Eddie Nketiah is high on Eddie Howe's list of priorities for the remainder of the January transfer window, according to a report.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 26: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates with teammate Cedric Soares after scoring their side's second goal during the Carabao Cup Round of 16 match between Arsenal and Leeds United at Emirates Stadium on October 26, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Newcastle United lead race for Arsenal striker amid German interest

Borussia Monchengladbach remain interested in the signing of Eddie Nketiah, but they're facing strong competition from Newcastle United.