Mark Noble

Arsenal seeks Edu’s replacement with Real Sociedad’s Roberto Olabe leading the race. Bayer Leverkusen’s Simon Rolfes and former players Rosický and Mertesacker also considered.

Arsenal’s search for a replacement for outgoing sporting director Edu sees West Ham’s Tim Steidten emerge as a leading candidate for the role.

Declan Rice has been a hot topic in the transfer market, with several big Premier League clubs, including Arsenal, Manchester United, and Chelsea, showing interest in the West Ham midfielder and now Mark Noble has said he understands the player’s desire to leave.

Mark Noble is a doubt for West Ham United’s trip to the Emirates Stadium on Saturday, after picking up a back injury.

Arsenal are reportedly ready to sell midfielder Francis Coquelin in January, with West Ham and a number Ligue 1 clubs keen on his signature.

Mark Noble says he wants another derby win when Arsenal face West Ham on Wednesday, despite the Hammers’ poor record against the Gunners.