Tag: Laurent Koscielny

Laurent Koscielny played for Arsenal Football Club. The French defender joined Arsenal from Lorient in 2010 for £8.45m. Koscielny left Arsenal for Bordeaux in 2019 for £4.6m. In total, the former Arsenal Captain made 353 appearances and scored 27 goals. Kos wore the number 6 shirt for Arsenal. He was born on September 10, 1985. Koscielny currently plays for Bordeaux.

What is he offering? Arsenal player ratings v Manchester City

Arsenal went to Manchester City and lost, just like we all expected them to.
Mesut Ozil

International call-ups: Who is playing, when and where

Several Arsenal players will be in action during the international break
LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 09: Nacho Monreal of Arsenal checks out his new Puma snapback as the team prepares to fly off for pre season tour at Stansted Airport on July 9, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Arsenal fans name their favourite current player and why

We asked you guys on Twitter who your favourite current Arsenal player is and why, and the results seem to be pretty conclusive.

Wenger confirms Ramsey, Alexis and Koscielny will return for Everton

Arsene Wenger has confirmed that Aaron Ramsey, Alexis Sanchez and Laurent Koscielny will be alright to face Everton in the Premier League on Sunday.
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JULY 11: Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny attends a press conference at the Museum Of Contemporary Arts on July 11, 2017 in Sydney, New South Wales. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Koscielny returns for Arsenal ahead of trip to Red Star

Laurent Koscielny was in training on Wednesday ahead of Arsenal's Europa League clash against Red Star Belgrade.

Alexis, Ramsey and Koscielny fit for Sunday’s trip to Everton

Arsenal have received a boost ahead of their trip to Everton on Sunday as three players return from injury.

Injury updates: Alexis, Ramsey, Welbeck and Koscielny

Just to compound the Gunners' misery after the loss to Watford, a number of players have picked up new injury problems.

Double injury boost for Arsenal ahead of Watford tie

On Thursday morning, Arsene Wenger delivered the latest team news ahead of Arsenal's Premier League clash against Watford.

Koscielny to return for Watford clash

Arsene Wenger will apparently start Laurent Koscielny against Watford on Saturday.

How will Arsenal’s defence look against Watford on Saturday?

Arsenal have a few defensive issues to work out ahead of their trip to Watford on Saturday, with a number of absentees and doubts forcing manager Arsene Wenger into changes.

The pros and cons of the international break

Hasn't the international break been so, so entertaining? Are there really any positives for Arsenal fans during this two week hiatus? Well, when you think about it, there actually are a few.

Koscielny being monitored ahead of Watford clash

While Laurent Koscielny could still feature for Arsenal against Watford on Saturday, his Achilles, which has been giving him issues since August 2014, is being monitored ahead of the clash.

Arsenal to assess Mustafi’s injury over the next 48 hours

Arsenal defender Shkodran Mustafi will undergo scans in the next 48 hours, with fears that he could be out of action for a long time.

Arsenal could be without seven players for Saturday’s meeting with Watford

Arsenal have several injury problems to worry about ahead of their trip to Watford on Saturday, with up to seven players potentially missing out on the weekend.

Triple Arsenal injury boost

The number of players on the Arsenal treatment table seems to be reducing, something that rarely happens over an international break in recent times.

Twelve first-team players called up for international duty

In total, twelve Arsenal first-team players have been called up to represent their countries over the international break.
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JULY 11: Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny attends a press conference at the Museum Of Contemporary Arts on July 11, 2017 in Sydney, New South Wales. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Laurent Koscielny on defending in the Premier League

Laurent Koscielny recently gave an interview to SFR Sport about defending in the Premier League, and why he loves it so much.

Wenger reveals Koscielny, Ozil and Welbz won’t go on international duty

Arsene Wenger has revealed that three Arsenal players won't be going on international duty for their respective countries.
Shkodran Mustafi

Who’s been called up for international duty and when do they play?

After Arsenal's match against Brighton the international break is underway again, just a few weeks after the last one ended. So which Arsenal players are involved, and when?

Koscielny ruled out of France games

Laurent Koscielny has been ruled out of France's upcoming World Cup qualifiers. 

Injury blow for Arsenal against Brighton as Ozil is ruled out and others struggling

Arsenal could be without Laurent Koscielny and Mesut Ozil for Sunday's game against Brighton.

Koscielny, Giroud, Lacazette called up for France

Laurent Koscielny, Olivier Giroud and Alexandre Lacazette have all been called up for France.

Koscielny: Alexis must enjoy playing again

Laurent Koscielny has said that Alexis Sanchez must enjoy playing football again.
Gabriel Paulista

Arsenal needed centre-back to win title says Jamie Carragher

Title winners need a strong defensive unit, and that's exactly what Arsenal don't have, claims Jamie Carragher.

Cech, Koscielny, Lacazette, Welbeck, Ozil, Xhaka and Ramsey miss training

Arsene Wenger could leave out seven first-team players for Thursday’s Europa League clash, with Petr Cech, Laurent Koscielny, Alexandre Lacazette, Danny Welbeck, Mesut Ozil, Granit Xhaka and Aaron Ramsey all missing training.

Koscielny out of Thursday’s Europa League clash with Koln

Laurent Koscielny will miss Arsenal's opening Europa League game due to suspension.

Alexis named in Arsenal Europa League squad

Alexis Sanchez has been named in Arsenal's Europa League squad for this season, along with 41 other players.
Francis Coquelin and Eden Hazard

Hazard admits solo goal against Arsenal last season “was a bit lucky”

Chelsea winger Eden Hazard has admitted that his solo goal against Arsenal last season was "lucky" to go in.

International round-up: Trio feature for France, Welbeck scores for England, Ozil shines for Germany

Three Arsenal players featured for France in their stalemate with Luxembourg, while Danny Welbeck scored for England and Mesut Ozil impressed with Germany.

International round up: Asano scores, Giroud and Kolašinac assist

In the first set of World Cup qualifiers this International break, Arsenal had nine players involved for their country, across seven teams.
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JULY 11: Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny attends a press conference at the Museum Of Contemporary Arts on July 11, 2017 in Sydney, New South Wales. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Wenger: Being sidelined has been tough for Koscielny

Arsène Wenger talked to the media on Friday about how hard it's been for Laurent Koscielny to be sidelined so far.

Arsenal’s win percentage with Koscielny proves he must start against Liverpool

With Laurent Koscielny set to return to the fold following his three-match suspension, we look at just how crucial the centre-back is to Arsenal's starting XI.

Alexis Sanchez returns for Arsenal v Liverpool clash as Philippe Coutinho stays sidelined

Arsene Wenger and Jurgen Klopp have both delivered their latest team news ahead of the Premier League clash at Anfield on Sunday.

Koscielny, Giroud and Lacazette called up to France squad

Laurent Koscielny, Olivier Giroud and Alexandre Lacazette have been selected for France by Didier Deschamps.

Wenger hints that Arsenal could make more signings before transfer window shuts

Arsene Wenger has revealed that Arsenal could still make more signings before the summer transfer window closes, despite the squad being bloated.
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JULY 11: Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny attends a press conference at the Museum Of Contemporary Arts on July 11, 2017 in Sydney, New South Wales. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Wenger: Cech, Mertesacker, and Koscielny are Arsenal’s leaders

Arsene Wenger insists that while holding the title of Arsenal captain doesn't seem to mean much these days, he has a few leaders at the club.

Wenger: We are well prepared and ready for a fight

Arsene Wenger was reportedly 13 minutes early to his pre-match press conference and wasted no time telling the media how prepared his side are for anything Leicester City throw at them.
Gabriel Paulista

Valencia manager Marcelino confirms interest in Gabriel

Arsenal defender Gabriel Paulista could be set for a return to La Liga this summer, with Valencia manager Marcelino admitting an interest in the centre-back.

What positions do Arsenal still need to strengthen?

There's just one month remaining in the transfer window, and Arsenal still have work to do.

Ozil, Ramsey and Koscielny’s Community Shield absence explained

Mesut Ozil, Aaron Ramsey and Laurent Koscielny were all noticeably absent from Arsenal's squad to face Chelsea in the Community Shield on Sunday.