Tag: OGC Nice

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)

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.
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)

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.
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)

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.
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)

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.
Ivory Coast's forward Nicolas Pepe reacts after scoring a shot in a penalty shoot-out during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2021 round of 16 football match between Ivory Coast and Egypt at Stade de Japoma in Douala on January 26, 2022. (Photo by CHARLY TRIBALLEAU / AFP) (Photo by CHARLY TRIBALLEAU/AFP via Getty Images)

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.
Ivory Coast's forward Nicolas Pepe (L) attends a training session on the eve of the friendly football match between France and Ivory Coast at the Velodrome Stadium in Marseille, southern France on March 24, 2022. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE / AFP) (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

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.
Nice's Welsh midfielder Aaron Ramsey celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the French L 1 football match between Toulouse FC and OGC Nice at Stadium TFC, in Toulouse, southwestern France on August 7, 2022. (Photo by Lionel BONAVENTURE / AFP) (Photo by LIONEL BONAVENTURE/AFP via Getty Images)

Aaron Ramsey scores 1 minute into Nice debut after Juventus release

Aaron Ramsey scored a great goal just one minute into his debut for Nice to rescue a point for his new club.
London, England, 1st August 2021. Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal during the Pre Season Friendly match at the Emirates Stadium, London. Picture credit should read: Paul Terry / Sportimage SPI-1111-0117

Eddie Nketiah rejects contract extension: Wants to leave

Eddie Nketiah has turned down another contract extension with Arsenal, as he targets more playing time with his deal running down.
Matteo Guendouzi's red neck after clashes with the OGC Nice fans (Photo via GFFN on Twitter)

Video: Saliba & Guendouzi involved as fans and players fight after pitch invasion

Arsenal loanees William Saliba and Matteo Guendouzi were both on the pitch as OGC Nice fans invaded during their match against Marseille on Sunday.
William Saliba looks on during the French L1 football match between Nice and Bordeaux at the "Allianz Riviera" stadium in Nice, on January 17, 2021. (Photo by Valery HACHE / AFP)

3 clubs want William Saliba including Newcastle United

Marseille are keen to get their hands on William Saliba but face competition from Nice and Newcastle United.
William Saliba of OGC Nice vs Stade de Reims - Ligue 1 Uber Eats - Nice - 11/04/2021. Norbert Scanella / PanoramiC

William Saliba makes Team of the Season shortlist

William Saliba is on the shortlist for Ligue 1's fan Team of the Season award, with the voting currently underway.
William Saliba playing for OGC Nice against Paris Saint-Germain on 13th February 2021 (Photo via FEP / Panoramic)

Arsenal make stance on William Saliba very clear

Contrary to certain rumours in the last day or so, William Saliba won't be leaving Arsenal and isn't for sale this summer.
William Saliba scores for OGC Nice - Lyon vs OGC Nice - Ligue 1 Uber Eats - Lyon - 23/05/2021 Photo: NorbertScanella / PanoramiC

French media provide update on William Saliba’s future

Arsenal are expected to give William Saliba a chance in their first team following his successful loan to OGC Nice, according to reports in France.
William Saliba and Khephren Thuram of OGC Nice - Lyon vs OGC Nice - Ligue 1 Uber Eats - Lyon - 23/05/2021 Photo: NorbertScanella / PanoramiC

Video: William Saliba scores his 1st senior goal

William Saliba scored the first goal of his OGC Nice loan spell and his first in senior football this weekend, a match-winning goal against Lyon.
William Saliba of OGC Nice vs Stade de Reims - Ligue 1 Uber Eats - Nice - 11/04/2021. Norbert Scanella / PanoramiC

Arsenal make decision on William Saliba

William Saliba will be part of the Arsenal squad during pre-season and the start of the 2021/22 campaign, according to a report.
William Saliba of OGC Nice vs Stade de Reims - Ligue 1 Uber Eats - Nice - 11/04/2021. Norbert Scanella / PanoramiC

Arsenal’s loanee William Saliba wins another MOTM award

William Saliba won OGC Nice's Man of the Match award for his most recent performance against Stade de Reims this weekend.
William Saliba playing for OGC Nice against Paris Saint-Germain on 13th February 2021 (Photo via FEP / Panoramic)

William Saliba tests positive for Covid – will miss Marseille clash

William Saliba has tested positive for Covid-19 and will have to isolate for the next 10 days, according to reports in France.
William Saliba playing for OGC Nice (Photo via Football.London)

“Impressive performance”: William Saliba stars for Nice again

William Saliba impressed once again at the weekend, earning praise for his performance for OGC Nice in a 1-1 draw with Lorient.
William Saliba playing for OGC Nice against Paris Saint-Germain on 13th February 2021 (Photo via FEP / Panoramic)

William Saliba sends message to Arsenal with OGC Nice displays

William Saliba put in another strong individual performance on his loan spell as OGC Nice beat Nimes Olympique on Wednesday night.
William Saliba playing for OGC Nice against Paris Saint-Germain on 13th February 2021 (Photo via FEP / Panoramic)

Bizarre: William Saliba blocked from playing for Nice vs Marseille

William Saliba can't play for OGC Nice against Marseille on Wednesday night, because of when the fixture was initially scheduled to take place.
William Saliba playing for OGC Nice against Paris Saint-Germain on 13th February 2021 (Photo via FEP / Panoramic)

William Saliba impresses against PSG

William Saliba caught the eye with his performance for OGC Nice against PSG on Saturday, despite defeat to the reigning Ligue 1 champions.
William Saliba kicks the ball for OGC Nice against Lens on 23/01/2021. (Photo by Federico Pestellini / Panoramic)

William Saliba wins Player of the Month award with Nice

William Saliba has been voted OGC Nice's Player of the Month for January, making a strong start to his loan spell back in France.
William Saliba celebrates OGC Nice's win against Lens on 23/01/2021. (Photo by Federico Pestellini / Panoramic)

William Saliba praised by French media

William Saliba helped OGC Nice keep the first clean sheet of his loan spell with an encouraging performance on Saturday away to Lens.
Nice's French defender William Saliba (L) is challenged by Metz's French forward Thierry Ambrose during the French L1 football match between Football Club de Metz and OGC Nice at the Saint-Symphorien Stadium in Longeville-Les-Metz, eastern France on January 9, 2021. (Photo by JEAN-CHRISTOPHE VERHAEGEN/AFP via Getty Images)

MOTM: Exiled William Saliba wins award in his 2nd appearance

William Saliba was voted OGC Nice's Man of the Match in his second game for the club on Saturday, a 1-1 draw with FC Metz.
Brest's French forward Franck Honorat (R) fights for the ball with Nice's French forward William Saliba during during the French L1 football match between Brest and OGC Nice at The Francis Le Ble Stadium, in Brest, western France, on January 6, 2021. (Photo by FRED TANNEAU/AFP via Getty Images)

Saliba’s loan debut for OGC Nice proves one thing for sure

William Saliba made his loan debut for OGC Nice on Wednesday night, putting in a solid performance in a poor team display.
WIMBLEDON, ENGLAND: William Saliba of Arsenal in action during the Papa John's Trophy Second Round match between AFC Wimbledon and Arsenal U21 at Plough Lane on December 08, 2020. (Photo by James Chance/Getty Images)

6 months or 18? Journalists clarifies Arsenal loan agreement

Sources close to William Saliba are denying reports in the French media that there's a strong possibility he'll extend his loan with OGC Nice.
William Saliba with the Arsenal u21s (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

No fee: Arsenal loan details emerge as Edu confirms player’s future

William Saliba will reportedly undergo a medical today (Monday) ahead of a move to Nice for the remainder of the season.
BURNLEY, ENGLAND - JULY 30: Patrick Vieira the manager of Nice looks on during a pre-season friendly match between Burnley and Nice at Turf Moor on July 30, 2019 in Burnley, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

OGC Nice sack Vieira after 5th consecutive defeat & fan protests

OGC Nice sacked Patrick Vieira on Friday morning, after another defeat and strong fan protests against the manager on Thursday night.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 02: Sokratis Papastathopoulos of Arsenal acknowledges the fans after the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Emirates Stadium on November 02, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

OGC Nice join Napoli in showing interest in Sokratis

Sokratis Papastathopoulos could still leave Arsenal before Monday, with Nice joining Napoli in showing an interest in the centre-back.

Arsenal hold talks with Malang Sarr over free transfer

Arsenal hold an interest in Malang Sarr and had talks with his representatives about a summer move, but they haven't submitted a contract offer yet.

Arsenal in for OGC Nice’s Malang Sarr on free transfer

Arsenal are one of the clubs in for Malang Sarr, who is available on a free transfer after coming to the end of his contract with OGC Nice.
BURNLEY, ENGLAND - JULY 30: Patrick Vieira the manager of Nice looks on during a pre-season friendly match between Burnley and Nice at Turf Moor on July 30, 2019 in Burnley, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Patrick Vieira ‘number one choice’ ahead of Mikel Arteta

Patrick Vieira is Arsenal's number one choice for their head coach job ahead of Mikel Arteta, according to reports in France.
BURNLEY, ENGLAND - JULY 30: Patrick Vieira the manager of Nice looks on during a pre-season friendly match between Burnley and Nice at Turf Moor on July 30, 2019 in Burnley, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Patrick Vieira admits he couldn’t ignore Arsenal interest

Patrick Vieira says he wouldn't be able to ignore Arsenal if they came calling, but he's focusing on his current club OGC Nice.
Gilles Grimandi (Photo via OGC Nice)

Gilles Grimandi pushed out by Nice six months after joining from Arsenal

Gilles Grimandi, who left his position in the scouting team at Arsenal to become technical director at OGC Nice six months ago, looks to be out of the job already.
Yad Lochereau of Olympique Lyonnais playing with OGC Nice u16s at the Montaigu Tournament (Photo by Vincent Michel / Getty Images)

Arsenal make approach to entourage of U17 FC Lyon forward Yad Lochereau

Arsenal have made an approach to the entourage of young FC Lyon forward Yad Lochereau after he impressed in the recent u16 Montaigu Tournament.

Official: Fulham sign Arsenal-linked Seri

Fulham have announced the signing of OGC Nice midfielder Jean Seri, despite the player's links to FC Barcelona, Chelsea and Arsenal in the last year.

Seri’s agent confirms his release clause but time is running out to activate it

Jean Michael Seri's agent has confirmed his client's release clause to Italian radio, but adds that Arsenal or Chelsea would need to move fast to activate it.
NAPLES, ITALY - AUGUST 16: Player of SSC Napoli Lorenzo Insigne vies with OGC Nice player Jean Seri during the UEFA Champions League Qualifying Play-Offs Round First Leg match between SSC Napoli and OGC Nice at Stadio San Paolo on August 16, 2017 in Naples, Italy. (Photo by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Images)

Seri agent admits Napoli talks as Sky Sports confirm Arsenal interest

Arsenal are still interested in signing Nice midfielder Jean-Michael Seri, but face competition from other English clubs, as well as Napoli in Italy.
Nice's Ivorian midfielder Jean Michael Seri (L) vies with Lokomotiv's Anton Miranchuk (L) during the UEFA Europa League football match between Nice and Lokomotiv Moscow on February 15, 2018, at the Allianz Riviera stadium in Nice, southeastern France. / AFP PHOTO / VALERY HACHE

German media: Chelsea negotiations for Arsenal-linked Seri at an ‘advanced stage’

Chelsea's negotiations to sign 'Arsenal target' Jean Michael Seri from Nice are at an 'advanced stage', according to reports in Germany.

Arsenal linked with surprising move for out-of-contract Balotelli

The Italian media are linking Arsenal to a surprising move for former Liverpool and Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli, whose contract with Nice expires this summer.