Tag: Nicolas Pepe

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.

LEICESTER, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 28: Nicolas Pepe ofArsenal reacts during the Premier League match between Leicester City and Arsenal at The King Power Stadium on February 28, 2021 in Leicester, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Malcolm Couzens/Getty Images)

Leeds turn to Arsenal flop to replace Barcelona-bound Raphinha

Leeds United are reportedly interested in signing Nicolas Pepe from Arsenal to replace Raphinha who is off to Barcelona in a deal which is said could reach £55m.
WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND - AUGUST 25: Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal during the Carabao Cup Second Round between West Bromwich Albion and Arsenal at The Hawthorns on August 25, 2021 in West Bromwich, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Loan move most likely for high-profile Arsenal 27yo

A loan deal with some sort of option to buy could be the most likely scenario for Nicolas Pepe this summer, as he's expected to leave Arsenal.
Ivory Coast's forward Nicolas Pepe (C) scores a goal during the friendly football match between France and Ivory Coast at the Velodrome Stadium in Marseille, southern France, on March 25, 2022. (Photo by NICOLAS TUCAT/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal actively seek buyers for out-of-favour Nicolas Pepe

Arsenal are now reportedly openly seeking suitors for Nicolas Pepe, despite the apparent collapse of their pursuit of Raphinha.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal during the Carabao Cup Round-of-16 match between Arsenal and Leeds United at Emirates Stadium on October 26, 2021. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal yet to attract interest in 27yo who wants out

Arsenal are yet to attract any interest in the sale of Nicolas Pepe this summer, according to a report.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 08: Junior Firpo of Leeds United marks Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Leeds United at Emirates Stadium on May 08, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Nicolas Pepe expected to leave Arsenal this summer

Nicolas Pepe is expected to leave Arsenal this summer if bids arrive, which is why links to potential replacements are growing.
Nicolas Pepe dedicating his celebration to his new-born baby (Photo via Pepe on Instagram)

Nicolas Pepe offered to PSG

According to a number of reports from France, Nicolas Pepe has been offered to PSG.
Nicolas Pepe dedicating his celebration to his new-born baby (Photo via Pepe on Instagram)

Sevilla want to help Arsenal with their Nicolas Pepe problem

Nicolas Pepe's future at Arsenal seems to be coming to an end with the club planning to sell him for a vastly-reduced fee, and Monchi at Sevilla has identified him as part of their rebuild for next summer.
Arsenal's French-born Ivorian midfielder Nicolas Pepe (R) shoots to score their first goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Emirates Stadium in London on February 24, 2022. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal will hold talks with £72m forward in May

Arsenal are planning to hold talks with Nicolas Pepe at the end of the season, before making a decision on his future with the club.
Nicolas Pepe dedicating his celebration to his new-born baby (Photo via Pepe on Instagram)

Arsenal willing to listen to £25m offers for winger

Arsenal are willing to listen to offers in the region of £25m for Nicolas Pepe this summer, according to a report.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 24: Alexandre Lacazette of Arsenal celebrates their sides second goal with team mate Nicolas Pepe during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Emirates Stadium on February 24, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

16 players who could leave Arsenal this summer

Arsenal are set for another clear-out this summer as the club looks to finally get rid of the last of the deadwood, so what players look like they will be heading for the door?
WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND - AUGUST 25: Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal during the Carabao Cup Second Round between West Bromwich Albion and Arsenal at The Hawthorns on August 25, 2021 in West Bromwich, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Arsenal make £25m Nicolas Pepe decision

Arsenal are apparently willing to accept just £25m for Nicolas Pepe as Mikel Arteta looks to get rid of the club's record signing.
Kieran Tierney with Scotland (Photo via ScotlandNT on Twitter)

Kieran Tierney knee ‘damage’ requires specialist & possibly surgery

Arsenal were missing a few key names when they announced their squad for the game against Crystal Palace which contained a very youthful bench.
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND: Kieran Tierney of Scotland celebrates after scoring their side's first goal during the international friendly match between Scotland and Poland at Hampden Park on March 24, 2022. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

5 goals, 4 assists, 2 debuts: Arsenal’s March international results

With the international break now coming to an end, let's take a look at all of Arsenal's call-ups and results for March.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 11: Gabriel Magalhaes of Arsenal celebrates with teammates Ben White and Granit Xhaka after scoring their side's third goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Southampton at Emirates Stadium on December 11, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Nicolas Pepe convinced Arsenal star to join the club

Gabriel Magalhaes has confirmed that he almost signed for Everton months before joining Arsenal, but Nicolas Pepe won him over.
WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND - AUGUST 25: Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal during the Carabao Cup Second Round between West Bromwich Albion and Arsenal at The Hawthorns on August 25, 2021 in West Bromwich, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

2 Arsenal players named in League Cup Team of the Tournament

Two Arsenal players have been named in the League Cup Team of the Tournament, even though the final hasn't yet been played.
Alexandre Lacazette (L) celebrates with Nicolas Pepe (R) after his shot deflects off Wolverhampton Wanderers' Portuguese goalkeeper Jose Sa (not pictured) for Arsenal's late winning goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Emirates Stadium in London on February 24, 2022. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arteta divulges the 3am text he got from Nicolas Pepe

Mikel Arteta has revealed that Nicolas Pepe's wife had a baby the night before the Wolves game, but Pepe insisted on playing anyway.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 24: Alexandre Lacazette of Arsenal celebrates their sides second goal with team mate Bukayo Saka during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Emirates Stadium on February 24, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Smith Rowe and Tomiyasu update as Arsenal beat Wolves

Emile Smith Rowe and Takehiro Tomiyasu were not included in the Arsenal squad for the game against Wolves on Thursday night, so what is the problem?
WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND - AUGUST 25: Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal during the Carabao Cup Second Round between West Bromwich Albion and Arsenal at The Hawthorns on August 25, 2021 in West Bromwich, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Arteta admits Arsenal winger’s summer exit possible

Mikel Arteta admits Nicolas Pepe's game-time may lead him to consider his options at Arsenal, but he hopes the winger sees a future in North London.
Egypt's midfielder Mohamed Elneny gives a thumbs up to Mohamed Salah during a training session at an annex of the Olembe stadium in Yaounde on February 5, 2022. (Photo by CHARLY TRIBALLEAU / AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal man makes AFCON Team of Tournament

Mohamed Elneny has made the official AFCON Player of the Tournament, though Nicolas Pepe was unfortunate to be left out.
WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND - AUGUST 25: Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal during the Carabao Cup Second Round between West Bromwich Albion and Arsenal at The Hawthorns on August 25, 2021 in West Bromwich, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Arsenal prepared to let Nicolas Pepe leave on loan

Arsenal are reportedly prepared to let Nicolas Pepe leave on loan with an unnamed Spanish side said to be interested.

2 goals, 1 assist: Impressive Arsenal star returns after AFCON exit

Nicolas Pepe and the Ivory Coast have been eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations, despite another positive performance from the Arsenal man.
Nicolas Pepe with the Man of the Match award

1 goal & MOTM award for Arsenal player at AFCON

Arsenal winger Nicolas Pepe won the Man of the Match award after scoring for the Ivory Coast on Sunday in the Africa Cup of Nations.
BARCELONA, SPAIN: Ronald Araujo of FC Barcelona challenges for the ball against Dejan Kulusevski of Juventus FC during the Joan Gamper Trophy match between FC Barcelona and Juventus at Estadi Johan Cruyff on August 08, 2021. (Photo by Eric Alonso/Getty Images)

Arsenal admire Juventus 21yo but would need to sell first

Arsenal admire Dejan Kulusevski, but they'd probably need to sell Nicolas Pepe before making a move for the Juventus man.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Thomas Partey of Arsenal shoots during the warm up prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal and Southampton at Emirates Stadium on December 11, 2021. (Photo by Justin Setterfield / Getty Images)

CAF make key AFCON decision ahead of Arsenal vs Manchester City

Arsenal could be set to keep their AFCON attendees for one more game against Manchester City, after a decision from CAF.
Essential Arsenal news Premier League Burnley v Arsenal Thomas Partey 5 of Arsenal in action during the game Burnley Turf Moor Lancashire United Kingdom Copyright: Simon Whitehead/News Images

Update on Partey’s departure for AFCON: Can he face Norwich?

Thomas Partey hasn't joined up with the Ghana squad yet, and will be available to face Norwich City on Boxing Day before leaving.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 21: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates scoring his hat trick during the Carabao Cup Quarter Final match between Arsenal and Sunderland at Emirates Stadium on December 21, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Nketiah, Pepe, Cedric and Patino star: Arsenal player ratings vs Sunderland

Arsenal made light work of Sunderland in the Carabao Cup quarter-final, running out 5-1 winners thanks to an Eddie Nketiah hattrick, Nicolas Pepe's nutmegs and a debut goal for 18-year-old Charlie Patino.
LEEDS, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 18: General view of a corner flag with the Leeds logo on is seen with fog behind inside the stadium ahead of the Premier League match between Leeds United and Arsenal at Elland Road on December 18, 2021 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

Police make arrest after Arsenal report alleged racist abuse

The police have confirmed that they made one arrest following reports that Arsenal substitutes were subjected to alleged racist abuse during their game against Leeds at Elland Road on Saturday.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal during the Carabao Cup Round-of-16 match between Arsenal and Leeds United at Emirates Stadium on October 26, 2021. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta explains Nicolas Pepe’s Arsenal situation

Mikel Arteta admits that a willing Nicolas Pepe hasn't had the chances to show what he can do lately, but insists it's not easy to give him them.
Essential Arsenal news Premier League Burnley v Arsenal Thomas Partey 5 of Arsenal in action during the game Burnley Turf Moor Lancashire United Kingdom Copyright: Simon Whitehead/News Images

AFCON in doubt

The planned Africa Cup of Nations tournament could be set for an indefinite postponement, according to some reports on Wednesday.
WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND - AUGUST 25: Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal reacts during the Carabao Cup Second Round between West Bromwich Albion and Arsenal at The Hawthorns on August 25, 2021 in West Bromwich, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Podcast: Is Nicolas Pepe done at Arsenal and other questions

On this week's delayed podcast, Matthew and Paul look back on a painful week to try to work out what went wrong and why.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal during the Carabao Cup Round-of-16 match between Arsenal and Leeds United at Emirates Stadium on October 26, 2021. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal winger frustrated & considering January move

Nicolas Pepe is frustrated and ready to assess his January options if his situation doesn't change before the window opens, according to a report.
WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND - AUGUST 25: Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal reacts during the Carabao Cup Second Round between West Bromwich Albion and Arsenal at The Hawthorns on August 25, 2021 in West Bromwich, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Nicolas Pepe Arsenal future not up for discussion

This month has seen a host of rumours surrounding Nicolas Pepe's Arsenal future with the January transfer window fast approaching and his minutes in the first team diminishing.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal during the Carabao Cup Round-of-16 match between Arsenal and Leeds United at Emirates Stadium on October 26, 2021. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Italian report claims AC Milan want Nicolas Pepe in January

AC Milan have reportedly joined a few Premier League clubs in showing an interest in Arsenal's Nicolas Pepe.
Arsenal v Norwich City Premier League Arsenal Manager Mikel Arteta gives instructions to Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal during the Premier League match at the Emirates Stadium, London Copyright: Paul Chesterton

3 Premier League clubs interested in Nicolas Pepe

Three Premier League clubs are interested in taking Nicolas Pepe on loan in the January transfer window, according to a report.
SERRAVALLE, SAN MARINO: Bukayo Saka of England scores their team's tenth goal during the 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifier match between San Marino and England at San Marino Stadium on November 15, 2021. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini / Getty Images)

4 Goals, horrendous tackle & more: Arsenal’s international results

Arsenal have had 20 players called up for senior internationals over the upcoming break, let's take a look at the call-ups and their fixtures.
Martin Odegaard of Norway during the FIFA World Cup Qualifier match between Gibraltar and Norway on March 24, 2021, in Gibraltar. Photo: Vegard Wivestad Grott / BILDBYRAN

2 more Arsenal players miss out on World Cup qualification

Two more Arsenal players are now set to miss out on next year's World Cup, after narrowly failing to progress in qualifying.
LEICESTER, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 28: Nicolas Pepe ofArsenal reacts during the Premier League match between Leicester City and Arsenal at The King Power Stadium on February 28, 2021 in Leicester, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Malcolm Couzens/Getty Images)

Arsenal ready to sell Nicolas Pepe to fund replacement

Arsenal are reportedly open to selling Nicolas Pepe in order to raise funds for other players.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal celebrates with Alexandre Lacazette after scoring their team's second goal as Nuno Tavares and Emile Smith Rowe look on during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Aston Villa at Emirates Stadium on October 22, 2021. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

3 Arsenal players told to help out more with goals

Ian Wright has called on Bukayo Saka, Emile Smith Rowe and Thomas Partey to help Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang out more with goals, despite two of them scoring on Friday.
Arsenal's English striker Bukayo Saka (L) celebrates with Arsenal's English midfielder Emile Smith Rowe before his goal is disallowed during the English Premier League football match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal at the Molineux stadium in Wolverhampton, central England on February 2, 2021. - 14 (Photo by Catherine Ivill / POOL / AFP)

Arsenal’s 10 most valuable players as Smith Rowe’s value rockets

Who are Arsenal's 10 most valuable players this season when it comes to cash value?
ANDORRA LA VELLA, ANDORRA: Bukayo Saka of England scores his team's second goal during the 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifier match between Andorra and England at Estadi Nacional on October 09, 2021. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Arsenal’s October international break results in full

Arsenal had a total of 19 senior international call-ups for the October break, let's look at the full list of results.