Tag: Henrikh Mkhitaryan

Henrikh Mkhitaryan is currently on loan with Roma from Arsenal Football Club. The Armenian midfielder arrived at Arsenal in 2018 from Manchester United as part of a swap deal with Alexis Sanchez. Mkhitaryan wears the number 7 shirt for Arsenal. He was born on January 21, 1989.

Jose Mourinho insults Mkhitaryan insinuating he’s worth nothing

Jose Mourinho has insulted Henrikh Mkhitaryan by insinuating the 28-year-old is worth nothing.

Keown: Arsenal have been handed a pot of gold

Arsenal legend Martin Keown reckons the Gunners have signed a brilliant player in Henrikh Mkhitaryan and has tipped Arsene Wenger to get the best out of the playmaker now he's in north London.

Elneny sticks knife into Alexis Sanchez as team’s feelings become clear

Just in case you didn't believe reports that Alexis Sanchez frustrated his teammates with his poor attitude behind-the-scenes at Arsenal, Mohamed Elneny's dig at him on Twitter should convince you.

Armenia manager expects Mkhitaryan to become a better player at Arsenal

Armenia manager Artur Petrosyan is happy that Henrikh Mkhitaryan has made the move to Arsenal and believes he will become a better player under Arsene Wenger.
Thierry Henry

Henry: Mkhitaryan is a great player for Arsenal

Thierry Henry believes Henrikh Mkhitaryan is a great player who will fit into Arsenal's style of play.

Reported £60m deal for Fekir looks dead in the water

Leading up to January, Arsenal were heavily-linked with Lyon forward Nabil Fekir as a replacement for Alexis Sanchez. However, it seems the deal is now dead in the water.

Wenger: I’m thinking about Mkhitaryan playing through the middle

Arsene Wenger has discussed where Henrikh Mkhitaryan could fit into his Arsenal side, revealing the midfielder could operate in a deeper central role.

Shots, dribbles, chance-creation: Alexis Sanchez and Henrikh Mkhitaryan go head-to-head

After Arsenal and Manchester United completed their Alexis Sanchez-Henrikh Mkhitaryan swap-deal, we looked at how the two players compare this season.

‘You worry how much it affected him’ – Arsene Wenger has anxiety over Mkhitaryan

Arsene Wenger is confident that Henrikh Mkhitaryan can put his Manchester United struggles behind him and perform for Arsenal.
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - APRIL 09: Former footballer Ian Wright speaks for the BT Sports prior to the Barclays Premier League match between West Ham United and Arsenal at the Boleyn Ground on April 9, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

‘This will shake up the transfer system’ – Ian Wright on Alexis Sanchez’s ‘ground-breaking’...

In the age of astronomical transfer fees, Arsenal legend Ian Wright believes swap deals like Alexis Sanchez and Henrikh Mkhitaryan's will become the norm, along with massive wages.

Mkhitaryan and Alexis find the clubs that suit their personalties

Sometimes it’s hard to be an Arsenal fan. Who am I trying to kid, most of the time it’s f**king awful, but some times are worse than others.

Arsenal announce Mkhitaryan’s shirt number but it typically comes with a twist

Arsenal revealed new signing Henrikh Mkhitaryan will wear number seven, following his move from Manchester United. However, he won't wear it in the Europa League.

Giggs compares Mkhitaryan to Veron

Ryan Giggs has compared Henrikh Mkhitaryan to Juan Sebastian Veron, after the Armenian international left Manchester United for Arsenal.
Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast

Episode 131: We found Henrikh in a hopeless place

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew and Anita are happier than we’ve come to expect from people insane enough to follow the Arsenal.

Wenger: We’ve replaced a world class player with a world class player

Arsene Wenger admits Arsenal lost a world class player when Alexis Sanchez moved to Manchester United, but says they've gained one in return in Henrikh Mkhitaryan.

Arsenal hope 2 massive signings will convince Ozil to stay: but can they meet...

Arsenal are reportedly hopeful that signing Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will convince Mesut Ozil to finally pen a new deal.

How Arsenal will line-up with Mkhitaryan and Aubameyang and without Alexis

With Alexis Sanchez gone and potentially two new players to fit in, Arsenal will have to tweak their formation.
Wenger's face during a post-match interview before Arsenal signed Mesut Ozil in 2013

Wenger moves one step closer to fielding nothing but attacking players & can’t hide...

We all know that Arsene Wenger loves an attacking midfielder and this week it looks as if the boss will be able to move one step closer to fielding a whole team of attacking players.

Why Mkhitaryan can thrive under Wenger despite struggling with Mourinho

Henrikh Mkhitaryan had his moments with Manchester United, but in general he never hit the heights of his time with Borussia Dortmund. Can Arsene Wenger get the best out of him?

Why did Mourinho buy Mkhitaryan in the first place?

Goals, creativity, the ability to unlock tight defences and greasing the palms of Mino Raiola could be the reasons why Jose Mourinho signed Henrikh Mkhitaryan, if you want the quick answer.

Why Mkhitaryan has every right to feel frustrated after Arsenal-Manchester United mega swap

Henrikh Mkhitaryan's move to Arsenal has more or less been completely overshadowed by Alexis Sanchez's transfer to Manchester United and the Armenian must feel a little bit miffed.

Official: Alexis Sanchez and Henrikh Mkhitaryan finally completes

Henrikh Mkhitaryan has joined Arsenal in a swap deal with Manchester United. Alexis Sanchez is moving in the other direction.

Mourinho concerns over Mkhitaryan’s physical and mental strength led to swap

The reason Jose Mourinho reportedly gave up on Henrikh Mkhitaryan and agreed to sell the Manchester United playmaker to Arsenal was apparently because he became concerned with the 29-year-old's ability to meet the 'physical and mental demands' of the Premier League.

Mesut Ozil to demand something he’s going to get from Arsenal anyway

Mesut Ozil could demand huge wages so that he'll earn as much as Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, according to reports.

Alexis Sanchez work permit delaying Manchester United move

Alexis Sanchez is reportedly set to get his work permit updated today in order to finally complete his move to Manchester United.

Wenger on signing Mkhitaryan from Manchester United and losing Alexis

Arsene Wenger believes that bringing in Henrikh Mkhitaryan in exchange for Alexis Sanchez was the best possible solution.

Alexis Sanchez pictured in Manchester United shirt as media think Mkhitaryan sends ‘cryptic’ birthday...

Henrikh Mkhitaryan's move to Arsenal seems to be edging closer by the hour with the now-29-year-old writing a 'cryptic' caption on an Instagram post late on Sunday night.

Medicals and work permits: Latest Sanchez/Mkhitaryan updates

Henrikh Mkhitaryan is on the verge of completing his move to Arsenal from Manchester United. We've rounded up all the latest updates from a busy day for the Armenian.

Xhaka: Mkhitaryan suits our style of play

Granit Xhaka says Arsenal's style of play will suit Henrikh Mkhitaryan, and he'd happily put the days of playing against the Armenian international behind him.

Tireless work ethic, excellent control and passing: Mkhitaryan scout report

Henrikh Mkhitaryan may be replacing Alexis Sanchez in the Arsenal team, but we'll be getting a different type of player.
LIVERPOOL, UNITED KINGDOM - MAY 26: Arsenal goalscorer Michael Thomas celebrates in the dressing room with the Championship trophy lid after his goal sealed a 2-0 victory over rivals Liverpool to win the 1988/89 Football League title at Anfield on May 26, 1989 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Allsport/Getty Images)

Michael Thomas: Mkhitaryan will thrive under Wenger

Michael Thomas feels that Henrikh Mkhitaryan will be a great bit of business, but has urged the club to sort out the defence.

Huge potential: Saha disappointed to see Mkhitaryan leave

Louis Saha says it's disappointing to see Henrikh Mkhitaryan leave Manchester United, as the 29-year-old could be great for Arsenal.

United fans praise Woodward, but Arsenal fans should be happy with swap-deal too

Manchester United fans are praising Ed Woodward for the Alexis Sanchez-Henrikh Mkhitaryan swap deal, but do the Arsenal board deserve some credit for their part in the double deal?

Mkhitaryan snapped in London with agent

Henrikh Mkhitaryan has been sighted outside a hotel in London ahead of his pending move to Arsenal and inside with his agent.
Henrikh Mkhitaryan

No last-minute problems expected: Mkhitaryan deal done

Henrikh Mkhitaryan is putting the final touches on his move to Arsenal, according to reports.

Wenger admits Alexis saga had impact in Arsenal dressing room

Arsene Wenger insists Arsenal are ready to go on a sustained winning streak after finally blocking out the distractions of a turbulent transfer window.

Mkhitaryan to become Arsenal’s highest earner

Henrikh Mkhitaryan could become Arsenal's paid player when he moves, according to reports.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 15: Henrikh Mkhitaryan attends the United for Unicef Gala Dinner at Old Trafford on November 15, 2017 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Anthony Devlin/Getty Images)

Alexis and Mkhitaryan deals completed according to reports

The Daily Mail are reporting that Arsenal and Manchester United have completed the deals required that will see Alexis Sanchez join Jose Mourinho with Henrikh Mkhitaryan going the other way.

Aubameyang and Mkhitaryan moves push Wilshere and Özil closer to new deals

Jack Wilshere and Mesut Özil see Arsenal's efforts to sign Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang as positive steps, which could push them closer to signing new deals.

Mourinho tells wants to forget Alexis and focus on Burnley

ose Mourinho insists the pending signing of Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez must not distract from Manchester United's league campaign when they visit Burnley on Saturday.