Nicolas Pepe used to for Arsenal Football Club. The Ivorian forward arrived at Arsenal in 2019 from Lille for £72m and earned around £140,000-per-week or £7,280,000-per-year. Pepe wore the number 19 shirt. He was born on May 29, 1995 and was sold for £3m in the summer of 2023.
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“I could have been important for Arsenal” says Nicolas Pepe
Ivorian winger Nicolas Pepe, uncertain about his Arsenal future, believes he could've made a difference for the team instead of being on loan at Nice.
Arsenal still paying off Nicolas Pepe’s transfer fee
Arsenal fans are well aware of the club's financial constraints in recent years. However, one particular transfer that still hangs over the club is the record signing of Ivorian forward Nicolas Pepe from Lille back in 2019 for a hefty £72m.
Arsenal may have to pay Nicolas Pepe to leave
As part of their planned summer overhaul, Arsenal might have to pay club-record signing Nicolas Pepe to leave the club this summer.
The 27-year-old Ivorian...
7 players Arsenal will try to sell this summer
Arsenal are set for a major summer overhaul, with 7 players to depart and be replaced. Nicolas Pepe tops the list of likely exits. Learn more here.
Manager claims Arsenal loanee is feared by opponents
OGC Nice boss Didier Digard says Nicolas Pepe is feared by his opponents, and his return from injury is a boost for the team.
Nicolas Pepe open to staying in France
Arsenal's Nicolas Pepe, on loan at OGC Nice, may be open to staying with the Ligue 1 side beyond the end of the season.
Nicolas Pepe to return from injury on Thursday
Arsenal loan winger Nicolas Pepe will return to the OGC Nice squad on Thursday, after recovering from his knee injury.
“Responding very well”: Latest update on Arsenal winger’s injury
Nicolas Pepe is yet to return to the pitch with OGC Nice after injury, but he's making progress as he closes in on a comeback.
Nicolas Pepe’s knee woes: How long will OGC Nice’s top scorer be out?
Nicolas Pepe is suffering from tendonitis in his knee, missing another game for OGC Nice with no clarity on the length of his absence yet.
Nicolas Pepe picks up knee injury
Nicolas Pepe has picked up an injury, with further assessments on the knee problem planned to determine the severity of the problem.
Arsenal Ligue 1 loanee scores his 8th goal of the season
Nicolas Pepe put in a starring performance for OGC Nice in their 6-1 win over Montpellier on Wednesday, scoring a brace.
Ligue 1 club delay decision to sign Arsenal forward permanently
OGC Nice appear to be pleased with Nicolas Pepe's season so far, but they're planning to wait to make a decision on his long-term future.
Journalist claims Arsenal 27yo has no future at the club
There's no future for Nicolas Pepe at Arsenal, but it's going to be tricky to negotiate his exit next summer, according to Goal journalist Charles Watts.
6 Arsenal players feature in pre-World Cup internationals
Six Arsenal players not set to take part in the World Cup featured for their countries in the build-up to the tournament this week.
6 Arsenal players to feature in friendly internationals this week
Though they won't be involved in the World Cup, four members of Mikel Arteta's squad will play in international matches this week.
Nicolas Pepe scores penalty on 2nd try for his 6th goal
Nicolas Pepe won and scored a penalty at the second time of asking as OGC Nice drew with Olympique Lyonnais on Friday night.
Nicolas Pepe scores 4th goal in 6 games
Nicolas Pepe scored his fifth goal of the season for OGC Nice on Thursday, as he starts to put a run of form together on loan.
French media insist Nicolas Pepe is back – after another goal
Nicolas Pepe scored again and played the best match of his Nice career at the weekend, according to the French media.
Arsenal loanee scores & hits woodwork twice in strong European display
Nicolas Pepe scored the winner and put in one of the best performances of his loan so far against 1. FC Slovacko on Thursday night.
Every result for Arsenal’s internationals in September
13 Arsenal players were called up for the international break in September, with 10 featuring on the pitch. Let's take a look at their results.
How much do Arsenal still owe for Nicolas Pepe?
From £72m to £3m: The rise and fall of Nicolas Pepe's value at Arsenal. Delve into the intricacies of his deal and its repercussions for the club.
Nicolas Pepe gives up 25% of his salary to secure exit
Nicolas Pepe agreed to cut a quarter of his salary to play for OGC Nice on loan this season, according to a report from David Ornstein.
New boss criticises Nicolas Pepe as Nuno Tavares scores again for Marseille
Nicolas Pepe got his Nice debut on Sunday and his new manager was not that impressed with what he saw from the Arsenal man.
Ligue 1 Arsenal loanee stars with 3rd goal in 4 games
Nuno Tavares scored and was highly praised for his performance for Marseille on Sunday, facing OGC Nice debutant and fellow Arsenal loanee Nicolas Pepe.
Arsenal reunion with 6 players to feature in Nice vs Marseille
Nice play Marseille on Sunday with a 2pm kick-off at the Allianz Riviera and it might be a match Arsenal fans want to tune in to with six players on show that we are more than a little familiar with.
No option to buy as Nicolas Pepe admits his time at Arsenal ‘hardened’ him
This week, Arsenal confirmed that Nicolas Pepe will spend the season on loan with OGC Nice but while the Ivorian looks to get back to 'enjoying football' there is no option to buy in his deal.
“It’s been 3 years” Mikel Arteta explains Nicolas Pepe left
Mikel Arteta spoke with the press on Friday ahead of Arsenal's game against Fulham and has explained why he sent Arsenal's record signing out on loan until the end of the season.
Watch: Arsenal loanee presented to fans after Ligue 1 move
Nicolas Pepe was presented to the OGC Nice fans on Thursday night after completing his loan move from Arsenal was confirmed.
Arsenal eye Nicolas Pepe replacement as loan confirmed
Arsenal are hoping to sign a winger to replace Nicolas Pepe this week but they aren't close to a deal to bring in Wolves' Pedro Neto.
Medical today: Nice reach agreement to sign Nicolas Pepe
OGC Nice have reached an agreement with Arsenal to loan Nicolas Pepe for the season without an option to buy, with some details still to sort.
Confidence grows for Arsenal exit agreement with Nice for Nicolas Pepe
Arsenal are OGC Nice are making progress on Nicolas Pepe's loan move and there's confidence on both sides for an agreement.
Nice expect to sign Nicolas Pepe
Nicolas Pepe's loan to OGC Nice without an option to buy is on track, with the Ligue 1 club hoping to sign him in time to face Marseille on Sunday.
Leicester City join the race to sign Nicolas Pepe
Leicester City are reportedly interested in Nicolas Pepe, potentially preparing to join OGC Nice in the race for the winger's signature.
Talks ongoing for Arsenal 27yo’s exit after squad exclusion
Negotiations are ongoing for Nicolas Pepe to join OGC Nice after he was left out of Arsenal's squad on Saturday, and Sevilla aren't currently in the race.
Ornstein confirms Arsenal 27yo in talks to leave could aid incomings
Arsenal are in talks with OGC Nice over Nicolas Pepe, with optimism over the deal and a sense it will increase the chances of a winger signing.
OGC Nice getting closer to signing Arsenal forward
OGC Nice are in talks and getting closer to the signing of Nicolas Pepe, though his wages could still prove problematic.
Jesus on being no9, injury updates & more: Arsenal news roundup 18/8/22
There isn't that much going on as we wait for Mikel Arteta's pre-Bournemouth press conference, but here's a roundup of what's making the headlines today.
Arsenal 27yo’s agent spotted at Ligue 1 club amid exit reports
OGC Nice want to sign Nicolas Pepe on loan, according to various reports, after his agent was spotted attending their game on Sunday.
8 players Arsenal still need to sell
Arsenal aren't finished in the transfer window but before they can bring in any more players, they have quite a few they need to move on.
Nicolas Pepe ‘changed’ ‘focussed’ and ‘determined’ with Arsenal
Nicolas Pepe says he is focussed and determined with Arsenal ahead of the new season as he admits to also making some changes.