Tag: Ligue 1
Hotshot former Arsenal striker misses 2 penalties
Former Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun experienced a challenging first start at Monaco, missing two penalty kicks in a 1-0 loss to Nice.
Alexandre Lacazette suspended after petulant red card
Alexandre Lacazette's two-game suspension compounds Lyon's early-season woes, leaving the club without their star striker for key matches.
Nuno Tavares in trouble again
Nuno Tavares, currently on loan from Arsenal to Marseille, is reportedly in hot water due to his attitude in training. His future at both clubs now hangs in the balance.
Alexis Sanchez hailed for best goalscoring season since leaving Arsenal
Alexis Sanchez, the former Arsenal star, is enjoying his best goalscoring season at Marseille since leaving the Gunners.
Arsenal offer 3rd contract to Reiss Nelson
Arsenal makes a third contract offer to Reiss Nelson despite previous rejections. As his deal nears expiration, will he stay or venture into new pastures?
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.
Nicolas Pepe’s future in doubt after underwhelming season
Nicolas Pepe faces an uncertain future after a disappointing loan spell at OGC Nice, with Arsenal hopeful of selling the winger.
Arsenal loanee Nuno Tavares causing headaches at Marseille
Arsenal loanee Nuno Tavares' struggles with attitude and performance at Marseille put his future into question.
Folarin Balogun up for award as Arsenal future comes into focus
Folarin Balogun, up for the UNFP Player of the Month award, faces an uncertain future
Aaron Ramsey cheers for Arsenal’s Premier League title bid
Former Arsenal star Aaron Ramsey shares his support for the Gunners' Premier League title bid while playing for OGC Nice in Ligue 1.
Dutch league cancelled but others prepare to return
The 2019/20 Eredivisie season is off, but the Bundesliga and Ligue 1 are preparing to return, in mixed signals for the future of the Premier League.
Debuchy explains why Nice move fell through this summer
Mathieu Debuchy was close to a move to Ligue 1 side Nice over the summer, and he's recently revealed why the proposed deal fell through.
Arsenal ‘traitor’ could be the key to the Gunners signing Seri
Manchester City midfielder Samir Nasri could help former club Arsenal sign Jean-Michael Seri, with Seri’s side Nice keen on Nasri’s signature, potentially as a replacement for the 26-year-old.
Arsenal to sign Lemar for £45m
Arsenal are close to completing a deal to sign AS Monaco winger Thomas Lemar this summer, for a fee reportedly around £45m.
AS Monaco threaten disciplinary proceedings for clubs making unauthorised approach for Kylian Mbappe
AS Monaco have released a statement condemning a number of clubs for making an unauthorised approach for striker Kylian Mbappe.
Arsenal to fund Lemar move by the sale of up to five fringe players
Arsenal will sell up to five players this summer to fund a big-money move for Monaco’s Thomas Lemar, according to latest reports.
Marseille may have to wait until end of the transfer window to sign Giroud
Marseille manager Rudi Garcia has hinted the club are interested in signing Olivier Giroud but may wait until the end of the transfer window to go for the Arsenal man.
Debuchy deal off as Nice sign Jallet instead
Arsenal defender Mathieu Debuchy has seen his move to OGC Nice collapse, with the French Ligue 1 side reportedly close to signing Christophe Jallet.
Arsenal listen to offers for Giroud
Olivier Giroud's future as an Arsenal player is increasingly doubtful, following the arrival of compatriot Alexandre Lacazette.
Lacazette will add creativity as well as goals
According to WhoScored, only one player has completed more key passes in Ligue 1 since 2014 than Lacazette has.
Arsenal make contact with Toulouse for teenage goalkeeper
Arsenal have made contact with Ligue 1 side Toulouse over the possibility of signing talented young goalkeeper Alban Lafont.
Arsenal make improved bid for Thomas Lemar
Arsenal have reportedly made an improved bid for Monaco winger Thomas Lemar after their initial offer for the French international was rejected.
Real Madrid could turn to Hazard if they can’t sign Mbappe
Real Madrid may attempt to sign Chelsea's Eden Hazard if they fail to sign Kylian Mbappe.
Arsenal’s incomings and Lyon’s outgoings: Where Lacazette ranks
The £52m transfer of Alexandre Lacazette from Lyon to Arsenal is a record deal for both clubs.
Alexandre Lacazette to choose his Arsenal shirt number for the 2017/18 campaign
After finally signing for Arsenal from Olympique Lyonnais this summer, club-record arrival Alexandre Lacazette will now have to choose his shirt number of the upcoming season.
Lacazette to Arsenal announcement won’t be made before 5pm
Arsenal won’t be able to announce the signing of Lyon’s Alexandre Lacazette until after 5pm, when the French stock market closes.
Arsenal to announce Lacazette tonight
Arsenal’s £52m deal to sign Lyon striker Alexandre Lacazette will be announced tonight, with Monaco’s Thomas Lemar next on the agenda.
Lacazette to become highest paid Arsenal player, will fly out late for Sydney tour
Alexandre Lacazette will become the highest paid player at Arsenal after he completes his deal from Lyon. The Frenchman will also be flown over late for the pre-season tour of Australia.
Reports from France: “Lacazette has landed”
Alexandre Lacazette is believed to have arrived at London Colney to finalise his deal to Arsenal, medical permitting, according to reports from France.
Lacazette “has arrived at Arsenal’s training ground”
According to latest reports, Lyon striker Alexandre Lacazette has arrived at Arsenal’s training ground to complete his £52m deal.
Monaco may have to sell Mbappe and Lemar admits Jardim
Monaco manager Leonardo Jardim has admitted that he's unsure whether the likes of Kylian Mbappé and Thomas Lemar will remain at the club, due to their transfer 'project'.
Mbappe dig at suitors or just a Twitter change?
It's clear that too much is being read into Kylian Mbappé's future, as recent reports suggest he has aimed a dig at suitors prepared to pay a world-record transfer fee this summer.
Arsenal are close to agreeing a deal to sign Lacazette
Lyon striker Alexander Lacazette finally looks to be on his way to the Emirates this summer, with various reports suggesting the two parties are just days away from officially completing the deal.
Jardim issues stern message to Wenger amid £100m transfer battle for Mbappe
Monaco boss Leonardo Jardim has issued a stern message to Arsenal in their pursuit of Kylian Mbappé, stating his belief that the wonderkid would be better off in France.
Arsenal bid for Lemar rejected
Arsenal have been told that Thomas Lemar is not for sale at any price, after having a £30.7m bid rejected.
Arsenal “doing everything” to sign Thomas Lemar
Arsenal are desperate to sign AS Monaco winger Thomas Lemar this summer, with reports from the French media revealing the Gunners made an approach the previous season that surpassed that of Atletico Madrid’s.
Henry’s message to Arsenal fans about Alexandre Lacazette
Alexandre Lacazette has been heavily linked with an Arsenal move in recent seasons and developments hint that a deal could be concluded shortly.
Martial tells Manchester United he wants a transfer
Manchester United striker Anthony Martial has reportedly told the club that he wants to leave this summer, with Arsenal believed to be leading the chase for his signature.
Lacazette in, Giroud out, Willock walking & more you might have missed this weekend
Arsenal could be making a drastic change to their frontline ahead of next season if rumours are to be believed.
Arsenal consider move for Gaetan Laborde
Arsenal are preparing to make a move for Bordeaux striker, Gaetan Laborde.