Tag: Newcastle United

Arsenal’s apathy stops now: Newcastle preview

Arsenal face Newcastle on Saturday afternoon off the back of two disappointing draws against Southampton and West Ham, and this time the Gunners have to do the business.
Former Arsenal midfielder Paul Merson. Picture: Bryn Lennon/Getty Images

Merson begrudgingly backs “embarrassing” Arsenal to beat Newcastle

Arsenal face Newcastle on Saturday and former Gunner Paul Merson actually believes his former side might win.

Given: Newcastle could sign Alexis

Former Newcastle United goalkeeper Shay Given believes the Magpies could sign Alexis Sanchez if they get new investors.

Newcastle could beat Arsenal to Casillas’ signature

Newcastle United have been linked with a move for Porto goalkeeper Iker Casillas, a player Arsenal were previously rumoured to be interested in.

Badly behaved fans: Arsenal are average while Newcastle fans outdo themselves

As Arsenal fans, we like to think we're a pretty well behaved bunch but apparently we aren't - we are averagely-behaved.

Jose Enrique reveals Arsenal tried to sign him twice

Former Newcastle United and Liverpool defender Jose Enrique admitted Arsenal approached on him on two occasions, once when he was with the Toon Army and the other when he was with the Merseysiders.

Alan Shearer: Arsenal’s body language concerned me against Liverpool

Newcastle legend, Alan Shearer, lays into Arsenal in his recent column, admitting that the Gunners' body language during their 4-0 loss at Liverpool was worrying.

Alan Shearer: Arsenal’s approach played into Liverpool’s hands

Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has criticised the way Arsenal approached the Liverpool game, believing Arsene Wenger gave too much freedom to his players.

Shay Given: Chelsea move will be tempting for Oxlade-Chamberlain

Shay Given is the latest former player to weigh in on whether Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain will sign for Chelsea this summer.

Video: This is why seven clubs are interested in Lucas

As many as seven clubs around Europe are reported to have lodged a bid for Arsenal striker Lucas Perez this summer, and this video may explain why.

Bergkamp goal against Newcastle voted as best ever in Premier League

Dennis Bergkamp's unforgettable goal against Newcastle has been chosen as the best Premier League goal ever, according to BBC Sport readers.

Newcastle wage cap preventing them signing Gibbs and Lucas

Newcastle's strict wage cap has prevented them from signing Kieran Gibbs and Lucas Perez.

Aston Villa the latest club interested in Wilshere

Aston Villa are reportedly making a very ambitious bid for Arsenal and England midfielder Jack Wilshere.

Isaac Hayden: I left Arsenal due to stiff competition for places

Newcastle midfielder Isaac Hayden feels that he has nothing to prove his former club Arsenal, saying his exit was down to stiff competition for places.

Newcastle targeting Perez and Wilshere

Newcastle have reportedly approached Arsenal over signing Lucas Perez and Jack Wilshere.
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 28: Lucas Perez of Arsenal looks on during the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Southampton and Arsenal at St Mary's Stadium on January 28, 2017 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)

Report: Lucas Perez’s asking price goes from £13.4m to £20m in a week

Arsenal are reportedly demanding up to £20m for Lucas Perez.

Report: Wilshere ‘resigned’ to leaving Arsenal as host of European clubs linked

Jack Wilshere is reportedly resigned to leaving Arsenal this summer and there are allegedly a whole host of club waiting to take him off Arsene Wenger's hands.
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 28: Lucas Perez of Arsenal looks on during the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Southampton and Arsenal at St Mary's Stadium on January 28, 2017 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)

Report: Deportivo confident of landing Lucas, Benitez annoyed

Deportivo are reportedly looking increasingly likely to re-sign Lucas Perez this summer and Rafa Benitez is said to be pretty miffed.

Watford withdraw interest in Gibbs due to £16m asking price

Watford have reportedly withdrawn their interest in Kieran Gibbs because Arsenal are asking for £16m.

Arsenal accused of pricing Lucas out of move

The agent of Lucas Perez has accused Arsenal of pricing his client out of a move, following reports that the Gunners aren't budging on their asking price.

Arsenal alerted after Lucas Vazquez threatens to leave Real Madrid

Arsenal, Liverpool, Newcastle United and AS Roma are monitoring Lucas Vazquez, following reports that the winger might leave Real Madrid over a lack of playing time in pre-season.

Rafa Benitez confirms Newcastle interest in Lucas

Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez has admitted that he is interested in Arsenal forward Lucas Perez.
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 28: Lucas Perez of Arsenal looks on during the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Southampton and Arsenal at St Mary's Stadium on January 28, 2017 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)

Newcastle manager working on a “breakthrough” amid rumours of Lucas interest

Rafa Benitez claims that Newcastle are working on a 'breakthrough' in their pursuit of Lucas Perez.
Lucas Perez

Lucas’ agent claims there is interest from France, Turkey, Germany and the Premier League

Lucas Perez's agent has said there is plenty of interest in the forward from all around Europe.

Wenger apologises to Lucas for giving away shirt number

Arsene Wenger has reportedly apologised to Lucas Perez for giving away his shirt number without consulting him.

Lucas would be willing to join Newcastle

Lucas Perez would be willing to join Newcastle should they make an offer.
Lucas Perez v Southampton

Newcastle and Deportivo keen to sign Lucas

Newcastle United are interested in signing Lucas Perez and can meet his asking price, but Deportivo are the ideal destination for the want-away attacker without the funds to sign him.

Watford in ‘advanced talks’ over Gibbs

Watford are reportedly in advanced talks with Arsenal over a move for Kieran Gibbs.

Alan Shearer mocks PSG’s reported £35m bid for Alexis Sanchez

Alan Shearer has taken a dig at Paris Saint-Germain's reported first bid of £35m for Alexis Sanchez.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 26: Jack Wilshere of Arsenal looks on during the Emirates Cup match between Arsenal and VfL Wolfsburg at the Emirates Stadium on July 26, 2015 in London, England. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Wilshere reportedly a target for Swansea

Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere is believed to be a target for Swansea City, with manager Paul Clement weighing up a £20m bid this summer.

Ex-Arsenal academy Stefan O’Connor impresses on Newcastle debut

Ex-Arsenal youngster Stefan O'Conner has impressed in his U23 debut for new club Newcastle.
Arsenal's English defender Carl Jenkinson celebrates scoring their second goal during the English Premier League football match between Norwich City and Arsenal at Carrow Road in Norwich on May 11, 2014. (LINDSEY PARNABY/AFP/Getty Images)

Newcastle enter four-club race for Jenkinson

Newcastle are said to be among four clubs interested in signing Carl Jenkinson.
william carvalho

Arsenal might bid for Carvalho

Arsenal could make a bid for Sporting Lisbon midfielder William Carvalho, according to latest reports.

Crystal Palace are favourites to sign Calum Chambers

Crystal Palace have reportedly emerged as favourites to sign Calum Chambers this summer.
Mathieu Debuchy

Arsenal to release Debuchy for free this summer

Arsenal are reportedly keen to release defender Mathieu Debuchy on a free transfer this summer, with the Frenchman not being in their plans for the upcoming season.

Newcastle keen on unwanted Arsenal player, but not Debuchy

Newcastle are reportedly keen on signing Kieran Gibbs and Carl Jenkinson.

Newcastle agree deal with former Arsenal defender Stefan O’Connor

Newcastle United have agreed a deal to sign former Arsenal defender Stefan O'Connor, on a reported two-year deal.

Newcastle sign Lejeune

wcastle have unsurprisingly completed the signing of Florian Lejeune from Eibar for a reported £8.7m following his medical.

Ex-Arsenal defender O’Connor offered to Newcastle

Former Arsenal defender Stefan O'Connor has been offered to Newcastle United ahead of the upcoming season.

7 Arsenal stories you must not miss today

From Lacazette to Lemar, here are seven Arsenal stories that you don't want to miss today.