Tag: Elye Wahi

Lens' French forward #09 Elye Wahi celebrates after scoring his team's second goal during the UEFA Champions League Group B first leg football match between RC Lens and Arsenal FC at the Bollaert Stadium in Lens, northern France, on October 3, 2023. (Photo by DENIS CHARLET / AFP) (Photo by DENIS CHARLET/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal look to clinch round of 16 spot v Lens

In a decisive Champions League fixture, Arsenal aim to secure progression against Lens at the Emirates.
(Top L-R) Arsenal's Japanese defender #18 Takehiro Tomiyasu, Arsenal's Brazilian striker #09 Gabriel Jesus, Arsenal's German midfielder #29 Kai Havertz, Arsenal's Brazilian defender #06 Gabriel Magalhaes, Arsenal's French defender #02 William Saliba, Arsenal's Spanish goalkeeper #22 David Raya, (bottom L-R) Arsenal's English midfielder #07 Bukayo Saka, Arsenal's Belgian midfielder #19 Leandro Trossard, Arsenal's English midfielder #41 Declan Rice, Arsenal's Norwegian midfielder #08 Martin Odegaard and Arsenal's Ukrainian defender #35 Oleksandr Zinchenko pose before the UEFA Champions League Group B first leg football match between RC Lens and Arsenal FC at the Bollaert Stadium in Lens, northern France, on October 3, 2023. (Photo by Sameer Al-Doumy / AFP) (Photo by SAMEER AL-DOUMY/AFP via Getty Images)

Pundits single out Arsenal star for criticism after Lens defeat

Arsenal suffer a 2-1 loss against Lens in a Champions League match, sparking pointed critiques from Michael Owen and Martin Keown on Oleksandr Zinchenko's performance.
Lens' French forward #09 Elye Wahi (R) fights for the ball with Arsenal's Japanese defender #18 Takehiro Tomiyasu during the UEFA Champions League Group B first leg football match between RC Lens and Arsenal FC at the Bollaert Stadium in Lens, northern France, on October 3, 2023. (Photo by SAMEER AL-DOUMY/AFP via Getty Images)

“It has to be a goal” Arsenal star rues “lucky” save

Arsenal faced a setback in their Champions League ambitions after a 2-1 defeat to RC Lens. Key player Bukayo Saka exits the match with an apparent hamstring issue.
Montpellier's French forward Elye Wahi celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the French L1 football match between Olympique Lyonnais (OL) and Montpellier Herault SC at The Groupama Stadium in Decines-Charpieu, central-eastern France on May 7, 2023. (Photo by OLIVIER CHASSIGNOLE/AFP via Getty Images)

Crystal Palace and West Ham close in on long-linked Arsenal targets

Insight into Julian Draxler's uncertain future at PSG and Elye Wahi's rising profile, as both players are linked with potential moves to Arsenal.
Montpellier's French forward Elye Wahi (L) stands next to French former football player Thierry Henry after receiving the best goal of the year award during the 31th edition of the UNFP (French National Professional Football players Union) trophy ceremony, in Paris May 28, 2023. (Photo by BERTRAND GUAY/AFP via Getty Images)

€30m 19-goal forward “likes Arsenal a lot” says club President

Montpellier president Laurent Nicollin claims Elye Wahi "likes Arsenal a lot", as his agent holds talks over a summer transfer.
Montpellier's French forward Elye Wahi celebrates after scoring during the French L1 football match between Montpellier Herault SC and Stade Brestois 29 (Brest) at The Stade de la Mosson in Montpellier, southern France on February 12, 2023. (Photo by Pascal GUYOT / AFP) (Photo by PASCAL GUYOT/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal had scout watching 19-goal striker last week

Arsenal had a scout watching Elye Wahi during Montpellier's final game of the season, and they remain an option for the striker this summer.
Arsenal transfers - Montpellier's French forward Elye Wahi celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the French L1 football match between Olympique Lyonnais (OL) and Montpellier Herault SC at The Groupama Stadium in Decines-Charpieu, central-eastern France on May 7, 2023. (Photo by OLIVIER CHASSIGNOLE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal to make €30-35m bid for Elye Wahi

Arsenal are set to make their first bid for Montpellier striker Elye Wahi, according to a report from France.
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Arsenal’s week: Unexpected transfer talks, key injuries, and more

Your one-stop digest for Arsenal's week: Player injuries, potential transfers, emerging talents, and much more! Get all the Gunners' updates here.
Montpellier's French forward Elye Wahi celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the French L1 football match between Olympique Lyonnais (OL) and Montpellier Herault SC at The Groupama Stadium in Decines-Charpieu, central-eastern France on May 7, 2023. (Photo by OLIVIER CHASSIGNOLE/AFP via Getty Images)

Montpellier stand firm on Elye Wahi transfer amidst €25m bid rejection

Montpellier’s president confirms rejecting a €25m bid for star forward Elye Wahi. What does this mean for interested parties like Arsenal? Find out here.
Lyon's French forward Alexandre Lacazette celebrates after winning the French L1 football match between Olympique Lyonnais (OL) and Montpellier Herault SC at The Groupama Stadium in Decines-Charpieu, central-eastern France on May 7, 2023. (Photo by OLIVIER CHASSIGNOLE / AFP) (Photo by OLIVIER CHASSIGNOLE/AFP via Getty Images)

Lacazette scores 4 for 28 in 35 to rival Mbappe

4-goal-haul sees Alexandre Lacazette briefly claim Ligue 1 top scorer from Kylian Mbappe, highlighting former Arsenal man's resurgence in French football.
Montpellier's French forward Elye Wahi celebrates scoring his team's fifth goal during the French L1 football match between Stade Brestois 29 (Brest) and Montpellier Herault SC at Stade Francis-Le Ble in Brest, western France on August 28, 2022. (Photo by LOIC VENANCE/AFP via Getty Images)

Manager tells Arsenal price for goalscoring Ligue 1 20yo sensation

Arsenal have been told that Montpellier striker Elye Wahi is worth a significant transfer fee in the region of €25-30m as the 20-year-old continues his impressive season in Ligue 1.
Montpellier's French forward Elye Wahi celebrates after scoring during the French L1 football match between Montpellier Herault SC and Stade Brestois 29 (Brest) at The Stade de la Mosson in Montpellier, southern France on February 12, 2023. (Photo by Pascal GUYOT / AFP) (Photo by PASCAL GUYOT/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal target wants to stay in Ligue 1

Arsenal-linked forward Elye Wahi would prefer a move to another Ligue 1 club over a move abroad, according to the player himself.
Montpellier's French forward Elye Wahi celebrates scoring his team's fifth goal during the French L1 football match between Stade Brestois 29 (Brest) and Montpellier Herault SC at Stade Francis-Le Ble in Brest, western France on August 28, 2022. (Photo by LOIC VENANCE/AFP via Getty Images)

Elye Wahi French striker encouraged to join Arsenal

Former French international footballer and 1998 World Cup winner Bixente Lizarazu has encouraged Montpellier forward, Elye Wahi, to consider a move to Arsenal.
Montpellier's French forward Elye Wahi celebrates after scoring during the French L1 football match between Montpellier Herault SC and Stade Brestois 29 (Brest) at The Stade de la Mosson in Montpellier, southern France on February 12, 2023. (Photo by Pascal GUYOT / AFP) (Photo by PASCAL GUYOT/AFP via Getty Images)

20yo striker back on Arsenal’s radar amid Tottenham interest

Arsenal are reportedly interested in a player they were first linked with two years ago - Montpellier's 20-year-old-striker, Elye Wahi.
Montpellier's French forward Elye Wahi celebrates scoring his team's fifth goal during the French L1 football match between Stade Brestois 29 (Brest) and Montpellier Herault SC at Stade Francis-Le Ble in Brest, western France on August 28, 2022. (Photo by LOIC VENANCE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal follow 20yo French striker with 20 Ligue 1 goals

Arsenal have been following 20-year-old Montpellier centre-forward Elye Wahi for several months now, and he's reportedly very popular with the Gunners.
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Arsenal show strong interest in Montpellier’s Elye Wahi

Arsenal have shown strong interest in 18-year-old recent Montpellier debutant Elye Wahi, according to reports in France.