Tag: Hertha BSC

Bradley Ibrahim playing for the Arsenal u21s against Middlesbrough (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal youth star in Berlin ahead of permanent move

Hertha BSC have agreed the permanent transfer of Bradley Ibrahim from Arsenal, with various clauses in the young midfielder's new contract.
BOLOGNA, ITALY - NOVEMBER 03: Mattéo Guendouzi of SS Lazio during the Serie A TIM match between Bologna FC and SS Lazio at Stadio Renato Dall'Ara on November 03, 2023 in Bologna, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Former Arsenal man explains why he had to leave Marseille

Mattéo Guendouzi discusses his move from Marseille to Lazio, reflecting on the instability at OM and his search for career continuity.
TOPSHOT - Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka and Arsenal's Norwegian midfielder Martin Odegaard (R) celebrates their team's second goal during the English Premier League football match between Newcastle United and Arsenal at St James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north east England on May 7, 2023. (Photo by LINDSEY PARNABY/AFP via Getty Images)

Granit Xhaka: It felt completely impossible for me to play again for Arsenal

Granit Xhaka discusses his near-exit from Arsenal following fan backlash and his eventual decision to stay, influenced by coach Mikel Arteta.
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND: Bernd Leno of Arsenal makes a save from Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa during the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Arsenal at Villa Park on March 19, 2022. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Bundesliga club join race for Arsenal 30yo

Hertha Berlin are interested in signing Bernd Leno this summer, but they'd need the Arsenal goalkeeper to take a pay cut first.
Reiss Nelson in a friendly against MK Dons (Photo via Faisal HQ on Twitter)

Hertha BSC and Crystal Palace interested in Reiss Nelson

Hertha BSC and Crystal Palace are interested in Reiss Nelson this summer, according to reports from Germany and England in recent days.
Reiss Nelson in a friendly against MK Dons (Photo via Faisal HQ on Twitter)

Reiss Nelson in demand, just not at Arsenal

Reiss Nelson is drawing interest from several top-half Bundesliga teams as he considers his options this summer, according to a report.
Hertha BSC - RB Leipzig, Matteo Guendouzi of Hertha BSC warming up, 21 02 2021, Copyright: Matthias Koch

Matteo Guendouzi suffers fractured metatarsal

Matteo Guendouzi's Hertha BSC loan spell came to an end on Thursday, as he suffered a fractured metatarsal in his foot.
Hertha BSC - RB Leipzig, Matteo Guendouzi of Hertha BSC warming up, 21 02 2021, Copyright: Matthias Koch

Arsenal 22yo’s loan on hold due to full squad quarantine

Matteo Guendouzi's loan spell with Hertha BSC has been on hold for the last couple of weeks after the whole squad was forced into quarantine.
Leipzig's US midfielder Tyler Adams (Back) and Hertha Berlin's French midfielder Mattéo Guendouzi vie for the ball during the German first division Bundesliga football match Hertha Berlin vs RB Leipzig in Berlin, Germany, on February 21, 2021. (Photo by Annegret HILSE / POOL / AFP)

Matteo Guendouzi wins a derby penalty for Hertha BSC

Matteo Guendouzi won a penalty for Hertha BSC as they drew away to Union Berlin in their derby match at the weekend.
Burnley v Arsenal - Premier League - Turf Moor Arsenal s Granit Xhaka looks dejected during the Premier League match at Turf Moor, Burnley. Picture date: Saturday March 6, 2021. Copyright: Peter Powell

Granit Xhaka aiming for return to the Bundesliga

Granit Xhaka is aiming for a return to the Bundesliga, with Hertha BSC a possible destination, according to reports in Germany.
LEVERKUSEN, GERMANY: Matteo Guendouzi of Berlin is seen with Florian Wirtz of Leverkusen during the Bundesliga match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and Hertha BSC at BayArena on November 29, 2020. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Matteo Guendouzi won’t return to Hertha BSC next season

Matteo Guendouzi will not return to Hertha BSC next season, with Arsenal talks over another move coming to an end.
BERLIN, GERMANY - NOVEMBER 01: Matteo Guendouzi of Hertha BSC is challenged by Felix Klaus of VfL Wolfsburg during the Bundesliga match between Hertha BSC and VfL Wolfsburg at Olympiastadion on November 01, 2020 in Berlin, Germany. Football Stadiums around Europe remain empty due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in fixtures being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Maja Hitij/Getty Images)

Matteo Guendouzi claims his Arsenal story isn’t over yet

Matteo Guendouzi claims his Arsenal story isn't over just yet, but this summer will be decisive for his future with the club.
Leipzig's US midfielder Tyler Adams (Back) and Hertha Berlin's French midfielder Mattéo Guendouzi vie for the ball during the German first division Bundesliga football match Hertha Berlin vs RB Leipzig in Berlin, Germany, on February 21, 2021. (Photo by Annegret HILSE / POOL / AFP)

Matteo Guendouzi’s bad-luck continues

Matteo Guendouzi picked up an injury ahead of Hertha BSC's clash away to Borussia Dortmund, ruling him out of the 2-0 defeat.
Hertha BSC - RB Leipzig, Matteo Guendouzi of Hertha BSC warming up, 21 02 2021, Copyright: Matthias Koch

Worry for Matteo Guendouzi as Hertha BSC loan threatens to derail

There were worrying signs for Matteo Guendouzi in his weekend appearance for Hertha BSC, a poor defeat to RB Leipzig.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 13: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal looks dejected as he leaves the pitch after being shown a red card during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Burnley at Emirates Stadium on December 13, 2020 in London, England. A limited number of spectators (2000) are welcomed back to stadiums to watch elite football across England. This was following easing of restrictions on spectators in tiers one and two areas only. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images )

Granit Xhaka confirms he almost left for Hertha BSC

Granit Xhaka has confirmed he almost left Arsenal to join Hertha BSC in January 2020, before Mikel Arteta's conversation changed things.
LEVERKUSEN, GERMANY: Matteo Guendouzi of Berlin is seen with Florian Wirtz of Leverkusen during the Bundesliga match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and Hertha BSC at BayArena on November 29, 2020. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Hertha BSC and Arsenal make final decision on Guendouzi recall

Matteo Guendouzi is remaining with Hertha BSC for the rest of the season, despite changes in management and a new midfield signing.
LEVERKUSEN, GERMANY: Matteo Guendouzi of Berlin is seen with Florian Wirtz of Leverkusen during the Bundesliga match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and Hertha BSC at BayArena on November 29, 2020. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Arsenal loanee’s spell in doubt after mid-match argument and sacking

Matteo Guendouzi's loan spell has hit a period of turbulence after a half-time argument and the sacking of Hertha BSC manager Bruno Labbadia.
Hertha Berlin's French midfielder Matteo Guendouzi celebrates scoring the opening goal during the German first division Bundesliga football match Borussia Moenchengladbach v Hertha Berlin in Moenchengladbach, western Germany on December 12, 2020. (Photo by LEON KUEGELER / POOL / AFP)

Arsenal to recall Guendouzi in January? What you need to know

Matteo Guendouzi won't return to Arsenal this month, planning to complete the remainder of the season on loan with Hertha BSC.
Omar Rekik signing for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Shirt number confirmed as Arsenal announce Omar Rekik

Hertha BSC defender Omar Rekik has now officially signed for Arsenal, after joining training with the Arsenal u23s on Wednesday.
Hertha Berlin's French midfielder Matteo Guendouzi celebrates scoring the opening goal during the German first division Bundesliga football match Borussia Moenchengladbach v Hertha Berlin in Moenchengladbach, western Germany on December 12, 2020. (Photo by LEON KUEGELER / POOL / AFP)

Guendouzi celebrates 2nd Hertha goal with an announcement

Matteo Guendouzi scored the second goal of his loan spell with Hertha BSC on Saturday, celebrating by announcing his wife's pregnancy.
Omar Rekik with Hertha BSC (Photo via Rekik on Instagram)

Omar Rekik lands in London ahead of Arsenal transfer

Omar Rekik has landed in London, ahead of his move from Hertha BSC to Arsenal in the January transfer window.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Reiss Nelson of Arsenal in action during the UEFA Europa League Group B stage match between Arsenal FC and Dundalk FC at Emirates Stadium on October 29, 2020. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Bundesliga club could come back for Reiss Nelson in January

Hertha BSC wanted Reiss Nelson on loan over the summer and could come back for him in January, according to a report.
Hertha Berlin's French midfielder Matteo Guendouzi celebrates scoring the opening goal during the German first division Bundesliga football match Borussia Moenchengladbach v Hertha Berlin in Moenchengladbach, western Germany on December 12, 2020. (Photo by LEON KUEGELER / POOL / AFP)

Matteo Guendouzi scores superb 1st league goal for Hertha Berlin

Matteo Guendouzi scored the first goal of his loan spell, and the first league goal of his career, in a Hertha BSC draw on Saturday.
LEVERKUSEN, GERMANY: Matteo Guendouzi of Berlin is seen with Florian Wirtz of Leverkusen during the Bundesliga match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and Hertha BSC at BayArena on November 29, 2020. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

“So much fun to watch”: Discarded Arsenal midfielder impressing

Matteo Guendouzi made another start for Hertha BSC in a draw with Bayer Leverkusen on Sunday, ahead of their derby match later this week.
Hertha Berlin's French midfielder Mattéo Guendouzi and Dortmund's German midfielder Mahmoud Dahoud (R) vie for the ball during the German first division Bundesliga football match Hertha BSC Berlin v BVB Borussia Dortmund in Berlin on November 21, 2020. (Photo by ANNEGRET HILSE/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Guendouzi explains why he chose to leave Arsenal for Hertha

Winning a penalty this weekend to keep his good form going, Matteo Guendouzi explained why he chose to join Hertha BSC and leave Arsenal.
Hertha Berlin's Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha (R) and Hertha Berlin's French midfielder Mattéo Guendouzi (L) celebrate after the goal during the German first division football Bundesliga match between FC Augsburg 1907 and Hertha BSC Berlin in Augsburg, southern Germany, on November 7, 2020. (Photo by CHRISTOF STACHE/AFP via Getty Images)

Guendouzi catches the eye on 1st start for Hertha BSC

Matteo Guendouzi performed well on his full debut for Hertha BSC on Saturday, as they won 3-0 away to FC Augsburg.
Matteo Guendouzi in training with Hertha BSC (Photo via Tousart on Twitter)

Arsenal loanee returns to training after infection

Matteo Guendouzi is in training with Hertha BSC for the first time after recovering from the coronavirus infection he picked up on the international break.
Matteo Guendouzi with the France u21s (Photo via Guendouzi on Instagram)

Guendouzi to isolate for 10 days after positive Covid test

Matteo Guendouzi is entering a 10-day isolation period after testing positive for coronavirus, though fortunately without symptoms.
Arsenal's French midfielder Matteo Guendouzi arrives at the ground ahead of the English Premier League football match between Burnley and Arsenal at Turf Moor in Burnley, north west England on February 2, 2020. (Photo by Oli SCARFF / AFP via Getty Images)

Matteo Guendouzi denies his time with Arsenal is over

Matteo Guendouzi denies that his time with Arsenal is over, insisting that his loan to Hertha Berlin was just about his immediate progression.
Omar Rekik with Hertha BSC (Photo via Rekik on Instagram)

Arsenal reached agreement for Omar Rekik – but not official until January

Arsenal reached an agreement for the £800k transfer of Hertha BSC's Omar Rekik on Monday, but it won't go through until January.
Omar Rekik with Hertha BSC (Photo via Rekik on Instagram)

Arsenal looking at Hertha BSC’s Omar Rekik as u23 addition

Arsenal are potentially looking at a quick transfer for young Hertha BSC centre-back Omar Rekik, adding him to their u23 ranks.
Jurgen Klinsmann head coach of Hertha Berlin looks on prior to the Bundesliga match between Hertha BSC and 1. FSV Mainz 05 at Olympiastadion on February 08, 2020 in Berlin, Germany.

Jurgen Klinsmann wanted Mesut Ozil and Lukas Podolski at Hertha Berlin in January

Jurgen Klinsmann has admitted he wanted to bring both Mesut Ozil and Lukas Podolski to Hertha Berlin in January.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 28: (L-R) David Luiz, Granit Xhaka and Kieran Tierney of Arsenal look on they line up ahead of the UEFA Europa League group F match between Arsenal FC and Eintracht Frankfurt at Emirates Stadium on November 28, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Granit Xhaka’s brother proves Mikel Arteta affect

Granit Xhaka is 'very comfortable' at Arsenal according to his brother and won't be leaving the club in January despite persistent Hertha Berlin rumours.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 06: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal controls the ball during the FA Cup Third Round match between Arsenal FC and Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium on January 06, 2020, in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Arsenal try to price Hertha BSC out of move for Xhaka

Arsenal are seemingly trying to price Hertha BSC out of a move for Granit Xhaka, raising their asking price for the midfielder, according to reports in Germany.
Switzerland's midfielder Granit Xhaka smiles prior to the Euro 2020 football qualification match between Switzerland and Ireland at the Stade de Geneve stadium on October 15, 2019 in Geneva. (Photo by Fabrice COFFRINI / AFP)

Mikel Arteta confirms Granit Xhaka will remain at Arsenal

Mikel Arteta has confirmed he believes Granit Xhaka will stay at Arsenal during this transfer window despite reportedly agreeing personal terms with Hertha Berlin.

Hertha have Xhaka agreement but need Arteta approval

Hertha BSC have an agreement in principle to sign Granit Xhaka on loan with a £25m purchase option, but Mikel Arteta has to approve the move.

Hertha BSC close in on Ascacibar: Could affect Xhaka deal

Hertha BSC are close to signing Stuttgart midfielder Santiago Ascacibar, throwing their move for Arsenal's Granit Xhaka into doubt.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 28: (L-R) David Luiz, Granit Xhaka and Kieran Tierney of Arsenal look on they line up ahead of the UEFA Europa League group F match between Arsenal FC and Eintracht Frankfurt at Emirates Stadium on November 28, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Granit Xhaka Hertha Berlin plan blocked by Mikel Arteta

Mikel Arteta will reportedly not allow Granit Xhaka to leave during the January transfer window despite his agent saying they have an agreement with Hertha Berlin.
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 26: Lewis Cook of AFC Bournemouth battles for possession with Granit Xhaka of Arsenal during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Arsenal FC at Vitality Stadium on December 26, 2019 in Bournemouth, United Kingdom. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Hertha BSC want to sign Granit Xhaka by next Thursday

Things could start to move quickly with Granit Xhaka, as Hertha BSC want to sign the Arsenal midfielder by next Thursday, according to reports.
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 26: Match referee Stuart Attwell speaks to Granit Xhaka of Arsenal during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Arsenal FC at Vitality Stadium on December 26, 2019 in Bournemouth, United Kingdom. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

We are in agreement with Hertha: Granit Xhaka agent confirms he wants to leave

Mikel Arteta might well be a fan of Granit Xhaka but his agent has told the press in Switzerland than the player wants to leave Arsenal for Hertha Berlin.