Tag: Edu Gaspar

Arsenal’s Brazilian connection key in Bidon pursuit

Arsenal linked to Brazilian wonderkid Breno Bidon. Edu Gaspar's Corinthians connections could be key in the transfer race.
TERESOPOLIS, BRAZIL - JUNE 03: General Coordinator of the Brazilian national football team, Edu Gaspar, attends to the media during a press conference of the Brazilian national football team at the squad's Granja Comary training complex on June 03, 2019 in Teresopolis, Brazil. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)

Arsenal Women set for summer transfer spree after title race heartbreak

Arsenal Women get a transfer warchest! After a narrow WSL title miss, Edu Gaspar confirms investment plans. Who will join the Gunners? Get the scoop.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Jonas Eidevall, Manager of Arsenal, applauds the fans on December 16, 2023. (Photo by Eddie Keogh/Getty Images)

Arsenal’s Australia friendly: Commercial opportunity but player health risk

Arsenal have just announced they will play a friendly in Melbourne, Australia on May 24 against an A-League Women all stars.
Mikel Arteta (L) and Edu Gaspar (R) sit with Takehiro Tomiyasu as he signs his new Arsenal contract (Photo via Arsenal.com)

How long does Takehiro Tomiyasu’s new Arsenal contract last?

Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu has signed a contract extension with the club, but how long will the new deal last?
Real Sociedad's Scottish defender #17 Kieran Tierney fights for the ball with Athletic Bilbao's Spanish midfielder #21 Ander Herrera during the Spanish Liga football match between Real Sociedad and Athletic Club Bilbao at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on September 30, 2023. (Photo by CESAR MANSO/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal man’s future in doubt as loan club balk at Arsenal’s price tag

Kieran Tierney's loan spell in Spain raises questions about his Arsenal future. Injuries and transfer fees complicate the situation.
Edu Gaspar speaking to TNT Sports (Photo via TNT Sports)

Edu discusses Arsenal’s summer targets & calls for a striker

Edu Gaspar spoke to the media on Saturday night, confirming Arsenal already have summer targets but playing down calls for a striker.
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JULY 26: The Arsenal team line up for a photo prior to the friendly pre-season match against Barcelona at SoFi Stadium on July 26, 2023 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Arsenal’s 3rd pre-season opponent rumours leak

Arsenal have announced two pre-season friendlies against Manchester United and Liverpool in the USA this summer, with a third rumoured to be in the works.
BOLOGNA, ITALY - APRIL 30: Dusan Vlahovic of Juventus looks on during the Serie A match between Bologna FC and Juventus at Stadio Renato Dall'Ara on April 30, 2023 in Bologna, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Arsenal eye Juventus and Barcelona duo

Arsenal shows interest in Juventus' Dušan Vlahović and Barcelona's Sergi Roberto, with Mikel Arteta seeking reinforcements.
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 04: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, looks on during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal FC at St. James Park on November 04, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Arsenal targeting 2 positions for January signings

Arsenal are targeting a defensive midfielder and a centre-back in the January transfer window, according to a report from France.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 11: General view outside the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Brentford FC at Emirates Stadium on February 11, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Arsenal appoint new loans manager

Arsenal have appointed Sam Hayball as the new loans manager. This decision follows the departure of Ben Knapper, who has taken up a new role...
Netherlands' defender Jurrien Timber attends a press conference at Qatar University training sites in Doha on December 6, 2022 during the Qatar 2022 World Cup football tournament. (Photo by ALBERTO PIZZOLI/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal’s Jurrien Timber Visits Rwanda

Arsenal defender Jurriën Timber visits Rwanda, highlighting the successful Visit Rwanda-Arsenal partnership and its impact on tourism and football.
Arsenal undefeated: LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM: Arsenal's L to R facing camera Jose Antonio Reyes,Robert Pires,Edu and Thierry Henry celebrates winning the 2003/2004 Football Premier League after drawing 2-2 with Tottenham during their Premier League clash at White Hart Lane in north London, 25 April 2004. AFP PHOTO / ODD ANDERSEN

Arsenal Invincibles in talks over friendly match

Representatives of the Arsenal Invincibles are in talks over playing a friendly match in 2024 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of their title win.
LUTON, ENGLAND: Gabriel Martinelli of Arsenal celebrates after Gabriel Jesus scores the teams second goal during the Premier League match between Luton Town and Arsenal FC at Kenilworth Road on December 05, 2023. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

“The samba is back”: Former Gunner sings praises of Arsenal’s Brazilians

Gilberto Silva is proud of what his fellow Brazilians are achieving at Arsenal, reflecting on everything they had to overcome to reach this point.
LUTON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 05: Martin Odegaard of Arsenal celebrates victory in front of the fans of Arsenal after the Premier League match between Luton Town and Arsenal FC at Kenilworth Road on December 05, 2023 in Luton, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

“We had patience” Edu on Odegaard’s Arsenal success after poor Real Madrid stint

Edu Gaspar discusses Martin Odegaard's successful transition from Real Madrid to Arsenal, his role in nurturing young talent, and Arsenal's growth under his direction.
Edu Gaspar with the Best Director award at the Golden Boy 2023 ceremony (Photo via Fabrizio Romano on Twitter)

Arsenal director & former Gunner win awards at Golden Boy 2023

Arsenal technical director Edu Gaspar and former Gunners midfielder Cesc Fabregas were both recognised at the Golden Boy awards this week.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 02: Ben White of Arsenal looks on during the pre-season friendly match between Arsenal FC and AS Monaco at Emirates Stadium on August 02, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Arsenal make approach to another starter over new contract

Arsenal have made an approach to Ben White over a new contract, with Edu Gaspar fronting the negotiation.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 08: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal celebrates after scoring the team's second goal during the UEFA Champions League match between Arsenal FC and Sevilla FC at Emirates Stadium on November 08, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Arsenal nominated in 8 categories at Globe Soccer Awards

Arsenal have received plenty of nominations across a number of categories at the Globe Soccer Awards for 2023, with voting now open.
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 consider another Douglas Luiz bid to strengthen midfield

Arsenal's interest in Douglas Luiz of Aston Villa intensifies as they consider a potential bid, despite the midfielder being under contract until 2026.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 02: Edu Gaspar attends the "All Or Nothing: Arsenal" Global Premiere at Islington Assembly Hall on August 02, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Lia Toby/Getty Images)

Edu named Best European Director at Golden Boy 2023

Arsenal's Sporting Director Edu has been honoured with the Best European Director Award at Golden Boy 2023, recognising his pivotal role and contributions to the club.
Aston Villa's English defender Matty Cash (L) and Aston Villa's Brazilian midfielder Douglas Luiz (R) celebrate on the final whistle in the English Premier League football match between Aston Villa and Brighton and Hove Albion at Villa Park in Birmingham, central England on May 28, 2023. Villa won the game 2-1. (Photo by Geoff Caddick / AFP)

Arsenal make Premier League midfielder firm January target

Aston Villa's Douglas Luiz is indeed a firm target for Arsenal ahead of the coming transfer windows, but his price could be sky-high.
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 transfer target £60m fee reports denied

Reports of a £60m asking price for Douglas Luiz have been denied, with Aston Villa insisting they don't want to sell the midfielder.
France's defender Jean Clair Todibo reacts during a press conference at Pierre-Mauroy stadium in Lille, northern France on October 16, 2023, on the eve of the friendly international football match between France and Scotland. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

Juventus urged to sign Arsenal starlet as Arsenal enquire about Moscardo

Juventus have been urged to sign Charlie Patino, such is the youngster's form on loan while Arsenal make an approach for Gabriel Moscardo and Barcelona hope to get the Gunners involved in a bidding war.
Olimpia's forward Walter Gonzalez (L) and Fluminense's midfielder Andre Trindade vie for the ball during the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals first leg football match between Brazil's Fluminense and Paraguay's Olimpia, at the Maracana stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on August 24, 2023. (Photo by MAURO PIMENTEL/AFP via Getty Images)

Fulham overtake Arsenal in race for Brazilian midfielder

Fulham have taken the lead in the race to sign Fluminense midfielder Andre, with Liverpool and Arsenal seemingly turning elsewhere.
Fluminense's midfielder Andre Trindade celebrates after scoring during the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals first leg football match between Brazil's Fluminense and Paraguay's Olimpia, at the Maracana stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on August 24, 2023. (Photo by MAURO PIMENTEL/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal scout 22yo midfielder expected to make January move

Arsenal are one of the clubs interested in Fluminense midfielder Andre, who is expected to leave Brazil at the end of this year.
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 monitor 6-goal Premier League star

Arsenal continue to appreciate Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz over a year after trying to sign him, according to a report.
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6 linked with Arsenal as Barcelona eye 2 Gunners

This week's Arsenal transfer gossip explores the club's interest in various players, from Bundesliga talents to rising stars in the MLS, as well as contract negotiation updates.
PORTO ALEGRE, BRAZIL - OCTOBER 04: Felipe Melo (L) and Andre (R) of Fluminense celebrate the victory during the second leg of the Copa CONMEBOL Libertadores 2023 semi-final between Internacional and Fluminense at Beira-Rio Stadium on October 04, 2023 in Porto Alegre, Brazil. (Photo by Pedro H. Tesch/Getty Images)

Edu meets with Brazilian clubs about 2 players amid Liverpool negotiations

Arsenal's Edu Gaspar shows interest in Brazilian talents André and Kauã Elias during his recent visits to Fluminense, signalling Arsenal's ambition in the transfer market.
Arsenal's French defender William Saliba (C) celebrates after a shot from Arsenal's Italian midfielder Jorginho ends up in the net, rebounding off Aston Villa's Argentinian goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez for an own-goal during the English Premier League football match between Aston Villa and Arsenal at Villa Park in Birmingham, central England on February 18, 2023. - Arsenal won the game 4-2. (Photo by GEOFF CADDICK/AFP via Getty Images)

Manchester United legend picks ‘top’ Saliba over Martinez

Rio Ferdinand prefers Arsenal's William Saliba over Manchester United's Lisandro Martinez. The article delves into the career trajectories of both defenders and what sets them apart.
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL: Bitello of Gremio fights for the ball with Gerson of Flamengo during the match between Flamengo and Gremio as part of Brasileirao 2023 at Maracana Stadium on June 11, 2023. (Photo by Wagner Meier/Getty Images)

Edu moves to complete deal for Arsenal’s 4th summer signing

Edu Gaspar is in contact with Gremio's management to try and close a deal for Bitello, according to a report from Brazil.
Luigi Gaspar signing his new contract with Watford (Photo via WatfordFC.com)

Edu Gaspar’s son confirms contract extension

Luigi Gaspar, the son of former Arsenal midfielder and current technical director Edu, has extended his contract with Watford.
NORWICH, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 26: Thomas Partey of Arsenal speaks to the press prior to the Premier League match between Norwich City and Arsenal at Carrow Road on December 26, 2021 in Norwich, England. (Photo by Harriet Lander/Getty Images)

2 Italian clubs give Arsenal man exit option

Amid transfer rumours, Arsenal's Thomas Partey catches the attention of two Italian clubs. Is a summer move on the horizon for the Ghanaian midfielder?
PSV's Dutch midfielder Xavi Simons celebrates his team's 1-2 victory after the Dutch Eredivisie match between AZ Alkmaar and PSV Eindhoven at AFAS stadium in Alkmaar on May 28, 2023. (Photo by OLAF KRAAK/ANP/AFP via Getty Images)

22-goal midfielder linked with Arsenal after agent switch

As rumours swirl about Xavi Simons' potential move to Arsenal, we delve into the details, analysing the implications for the Gunners and the Dutch star's current club, PSV Eindhoven.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 02: Edu Gaspar attends the "All Or Nothing: Arsenal" Global Premiere at Islington Assembly Hall on August 02, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Lia Toby/Getty Images)

Edu preparing for face-to-face meetings & very busy summer

Arsenal sporting director Edu Gaspar is expecting a busy summer, planning to remain close to London for face-to-face meetings.
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Wages & length: Bukayo Saka’s new Arsenal contract

Bukayo Saka has signed his new contract with Arsenal so how long does it last and how much will Saka be paid?
Arsenal transfers - SEVILLE, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 16: Xavi Simons of PSV Eindhoven looks dejected following the team's defeat during the UEFA Europa League knockout round play-off leg one match between Sevilla FC and PSV Eindhoven at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on February 16, 2023 in Seville, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Xavi Simons’s agent change stokes the flames of Arsenal transfer rumours

Amidst growing speculation, Xavi Simons' switch to English agents triggers rumours of a potential Arsenal transfer. Could the PSV star be destined for the Emirates Stadium?
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA: Raphinha of FC Barcelona runs with the ball during the Super Copa de España semi-final match between Real Betis and FC Barcelona at King Fahd International Stadium on January 12, 2023. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)

Constant calls: Arsenal make offer to 26yo Barcelona winger

Arsenal are pushing to sign Raphinha, who is considering leaving Barcelona this summer, according to one report from Spain.
Arsenal transfers - Brazil's Vitor Roque kisses the trophy after winning the South American U-20 football championship after defeating Uruguay 2-0 in their final round match, at El Campin stadium in Bogota, on February 12, 2023. (Photo by DANIEL MUNOZ / AFP) (Photo by DANIEL MUNOZ/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal advantage over Barcelona for Brazilian youngster

Arsenal are making progress with a potential move for Vitor Roque, amid setbacks for FC Barcelona in the race for the striker.
Patrick Vieira with Albert Sambi Lokonga

“I spoke with Edu, not with Mikel” Vieira on Lokonga deal

Crystal Palace manager Patrick Vieira has revealed that he had a conversation with Arsenal sporting director Edu before swooping to make Albert Sambi Lokonga a loan signing for the Eagles.
Brazil's Raphinha celebrates after scoring against Paraguay during the South American qualification football match for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 at the Mineirao stadium in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, on February 1, 2022. (Photo by DOUGLAS MAGNO/AFP via Getty Images)

Edu explains why Arsenal didn’t sign Raphinha

Edu Gaspar has explained how the transfer saga with Raphinha went down and why it wasn't as protracted as it seemed in the media.
ORLANDO, FLORIDA: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal shoots during the Florida Cup match between Chelsea and Arsenal at Camping World Stadium on July 23, 2022. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Arsenal optimistic 3 key players will extend their contracts

Arsenal technical director Edu Gaspar believes new deals for Bukayo Saka, William Saliba, and Gabriel Martinelli are all on track before January.