Tag: Southampton

Ainsley Maitland-Niles congratulates Emile Smith Rowe on his goal against Rapid Vienna (Photo via Arsenal on Twitter)

Leicester City and Southampton 2 options for Maitland-Niles with obligation to buy on table

Ainsley Maitland-Niles has three options for a loan move on deadline day, one of which could include an obligation to buy.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 19: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Arsenal lies on the ground as he sets up to defend a free kick during the Premier League match between Everton and Arsenal at Goodison Park on December 19, 2020 in Liverpool, England. A limited number of fans (2000) are welcomed back to stadiums to watch elite football across England. This was following easing of restrictions on spectators in tiers one and two areas only. (Photo by Peter Powell -

Ainsley Maitland-Niles options narrow as Leicester make decision

Ainsley Maitland-Niles' loan options appear to be narrowing, with a couple of the leading clubs seemingly now ruled out of the race.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (R) watches as Arsenal's English midfielder Ainsley Maitland-Niles takes a throw in during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Southampton at the Emirates Stadium in London on December 16, 2020. (Photo by PETER CZIBORRA / POOL / AFP)

Arsenal want 23yo to go to Southampton as Newcastle make contact

Arsenal are once again open to letting Ainsley Maitland-Niles leave the club with four clubs said to be after his signature this month.

Arsenal looking at 2 left-backs with expiring contracts

Arsenal are looking at Ryan Bertrand and Tyrick Mitchell as potential cover for Kieran Tierney, though the deals are more likely to go through in the summer.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 05: Theo Walcott of Everton looks on during the pre-season friendly match between Everton and Preston North End at Goodison Park on September 05, 2020 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Nathan Stirk/Getty Images)

Theo Walcott close to Southampton return

Theo Walcott got his first few league minutes for Everton at the weekend but the former Arsenal man is close to a move back to Southampton.
Folarin Balogun (Photo via Instagram / FolarinBalogun67)

Southampton and Brentford among clubs after Balogun

Southampton and Brentford are reportedly in the race for Arsenal academy striker Folarin Balogun, who looks likely to leave the club this summer.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 21: Cedric of Southampton arrives at the ground ahead of the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Southampton FC at Selhurst Park on January 21, 2020 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)

How much is Cedric Soares actually costing Arsenal?

Cedric Soares has yet to feature for Arsenal despite signing on loan in January but the club have already confirmed he will become a permanent player for the club on a 'long-term' deal, so how much will he cost?
Arsenal's English striker Eddie Nketiah celebrates after he scores the team's first goal during the English Premier League football match between Southampton and Arsenal at St Mary's Stadium in Southampton, southern England on June 25, 2020. (Photo by Mike Hewitt / POOL / AFP)

Arsenal ensure Premier League survival with Southampton win

Arsenal picked up all three points at the home of the side with the worst home record in the league, thus ensuring they are able to play Premier League football next season.
PERTH, SCOTLAND - MARCH 01: Celtic goalkeeper Fraser Forster looks on during the Scottish Cup Quarter final match between St Johnstone and Celtic at McDiarmid Park on March 01, 2020 in Perth, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Arsenal consider Fraser Forster to replace Emi Martinez

Arsenal and Chelsea are said to be considering a move for Southampton's Fraser Forster after the keeper impressed on loan with Celtic.
ST ALBANS, ENGLAND - JANUARY 30: Arsenal unveil new signing Cedric Soares at London Colney on January 30, 2020 in St Albans, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Southampton didn’t understand Arsenal move for Soares

Southampton could hardly believe the late Arsenal approach for Cedric Soares, as they expected him to leave for free in the summer.
ST ALBANS, ENGLAND - JANUARY 30: Arsenal unveil new signing Cedric Soares at London Colney on January 30, 2020 in St Albans, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Official: Arsenal sign Southampton full-back Cedric Soares

Cedric Soares joined Arsenal from Southampton this morning, on an initial loan deal until the end of the season.
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 18: Cedric of Southampton celebrates during the Premier League match between Southampton FC and Wolverhampton Wanderers at St Mary's Stadium on January 18, 2020, in Southampton, United Kingdom. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)

Hasenhuttl confirms Soares allowed to leave this month

Southampton boss Ralph Hasenhuttl says the club will let Cedric Soares leave this month, amid strong links with a move to Arsenal.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 21: Cedric of Southampton arrives at the ground ahead of the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Southampton FC at Selhurst Park on January 21, 2020, in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)

Arsenal hope to complete Cedric Soares loan signing today

Arsenal are trying to complete the loan signing of Cedric Soares from Southampton today, with the option to make it permanent in the summer.
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 18: Cedric of Southampton celebrates during the Premier League match between Southampton FC and Wolverhampton Wanderers at St Mary's Stadium on January 18, 2020, in Southampton, United Kingdom. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)

Arsenal close to £5m Cedric Soares loan deal

Arsenal are closing in on a deal for Southampton full-back Cedric Soares, according to reports, hoping to complete the signing this month.
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 18: Cedric of Southampton celebrates during the Premier League match between Southampton FC and Wolverhampton Wanderers at St Mary's Stadium on January 18, 2020, in Southampton, United Kingdom. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)

Arsenal considering late move for Cedric Soares

Arsenal are considering a late move for Southampton full-back Cedric Soares in the January transfer window, according to reports.
Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast

Episode 224: Southampton shambles signals the end… surely?

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew and Anita talk through the latest horrible home game, the unbearable numbness of equalising, and...

Damning graph shows Arsenal’s decline under Unai Emery

Fewer things put into focus the decline of Arsenal as an attacking force than a graph published over the weekend by David Wall.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 23: Unai Emery, Manager of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Southampton FC at Emirates Stadium on November 23, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Player ratings vs Southampton: Another drab showing as Arsenal rescue draw against relegation candidates

Arsenal put in another dismal performance in a 2-2 draw with relegation candidates Southampton on Saturday, and they were very lucky not to lose.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 23: Unai Emery, Manager of Arsenal gives his team instructions during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Southampton FC at Emirates Stadium on November 23, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Harriet Lander/Getty Images)

Unai Emery’s unbelievable comments show he doesn’t understand Arsenal at all

As Unai Emery met with the press after Arsenal's game on Saturday, quotes started to emerge on Twitter with one claiming he'd said "The...
Unai Emery (right) with Arsenal’s director of football Raúl Sanllehí. Photograph: Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images

Raul Sanllehi’s face tells a different story than Unai Emery’s mouth

Unai Emery has told assembled reporters at his post-match press conference that the club are behind him but reports of Raul Sanllehi and Edu in the mixed zone after the game tell a different story.
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 09: Ralph Hasenhuttl, Manager of Southampton looks on prior to the Premier League match between Southampton FC and Everton FC at St Mary's Stadium on November 09, 2019 in Southampton, United Kingdom. (Photo by Jordan Mansfield/Getty Images)

Southampton boss calls on his players to be ‘nastier’ against Arsenal

Southampton's boss Ralph Hasenhuttl has called on his side to be 'nastier' against Arsenal when they rock up at the Emirates.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 02: Unai Emery, Manager of Arsenal reacts during 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)

Tierney and Bellerin finally set to start a league game together: Predicted lineup vs...

Arsenal face Southampton at the Emirates Stadium as the Premier League returns this weekend after the international break.

Dani Ceballos set to miss Southampton clash

Dani Ceballos is set to miss out on the visit of Southampton this weekend, as his hamstring injury hasn't yet cleared up.
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 27: Mario Lemina of Southampton shoots during the Premier League match between Southampton FC and West Ham United at St Mary's Stadium on December 27, 2018, in Southampton, United Kingdom. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

Arsenal, United and Leicester all interested in £18m deal for Southampton midfielder Mario Lemina

Arsenal, Manchester United and Leicester City are all interested in a deal for Southampton midfielder Mario Lemina, which will cost at least £18m.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 19: Dele Alli of Tottenham Hotspur reacts with Granit Xhaka of Arsenal during the Carabao Cup Quarter Final match between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur at Emirates Stadium on December 19, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Alex Morton/Getty Images)

Arsenal try to lure man who found Dele Alli as new Sporting Director

Arsenal are one of a number of clubs who are seriously interested in bringing in RB Leipzig's Paul Mitchell to work as their new sporting director.
Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast

Episode 184: The top four trophy’s back on!

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew analyses wins against BATE & Southampton, looks at the impact of our tactical shift,...
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 24: Sokratis Papastathopoulos of Arsenal battles for possession with Nathan Redmond of Southampton during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Southampton FC at Emirates Stadium on February 23, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Sokratis Papastathopoulos and Sead Kolasinac make WhoScored’s Premier League Team of the Week

Two Arsenal stars made it into WhoScored's Premier League Team of the Week for the most recent round of fixtures, after the team's victory over Southampton on Sunday.
Arsenal's Armenian midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan (L) celebrates with Arsenal's Swiss defender Stephan Lichtsteiner after scoring their second goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Southampton at the Emirates Stadium in London on February 24, 2019. (Photo by Ian KINGTON / AFP / Getty Images)

Player ratings vs Southampton: Arsenal return to the top four after comfortable win

Arsenal kept their winning run in Premier League home games going with a 2-0 victory over Southampton on Sunday, lifting them back into the top four.

Unai Emery to make 4 changes: Predicted Arsenal lineup vs Southampton

After progressing to the last-16 of the Europa League in midweek, Arsenal return to Premier League action on Sunday, hosting Southampton at the Emirates Stadium.
Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast

Episode 176: Where are we and how did we get here?

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew is back from overseas (and Norfolk) and wants to take stock. He rounds up the...

Wenger scout thought Liverpool star ‘too nonchalant’ in shocking decision

Arsenal’s former chief scout, Steve Rowley, advised the club not to sign Virgil van Dijk when he was at Celtic because he thought the player was ‘too nonchalant’.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 02: Aaron Ramsey of Arsenal reacts during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Tottenham Hotspur at Emirates Stadium on December 1, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Early team news: Arsenal get double boost ahead of Southampton game

Arsenal will welcome Aaron Ramsey back into the squad for the game against Southampton while Mesut Ozil is also expected to feature.

Arsenal kit for Southampton clash confirmed

Ahead of Arsenal's Premier League clash with Southampton on Sunday, the official league Twitter account have confirmed which kit Unai Emery's side will wear.
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 10: Danny Ings of Southampton reacts during the Premier League match between Southampton FC and Watford FC at St Mary's Stadium on November 10, 2018 in Southampton, United Kingdom. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)

Southampton get double injury boost ahead of Arsenal clash

Arsenal might have thought they’d get to face a Shane Long-less Southampton given the terror the little idiot tends to wreak against us, but he’s back in the squad along with Danny Ings.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 03: Lucas Torreira of Arsenal warms up prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Liverpool FC at Emirates Stadium on November 3, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

What Arsenal’s post-international break record means for Bournemouth clash

Saturday's Daily Telegraph Sport put together a ranking of the big six sides by their win percentage after an international break, so let's take a look at where Arsenal fit in.
NORWICH, ENGLAND - JANUARY 06: James Maddison of Norwich City shows appreciation to the fans after the The Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Norwich City and Chelsea at Carrow Road on January 6, 2018 in Norwich, England. (Photo by James Chance/Getty Images)

Arsenal join five Premier League clubs in race for 21-year-old James Maddison

Six Premier League clubs are in a battle for Norwich City attacking midfielder James Maddison's signature this summer, according to reports.
Referee Andre Marriner (L) has words with Arsenal's Egyptian midfielder Mohamed Elneny during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Southampton at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 8, 2018. / AFP PHOTO / Glyn KIRK /

Premier League rejects VAR: Here’s why that’s bad for Arsenal

The Premier League have rejected the introduction of VAR next season, instead opting for further testing in the cup competitions.
Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast

Episode 142: 50 Shades of Jack

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Stephen and Helen review Arsenal's recent wins over CSKA Moscow and Southampton. They also discuss Wilshere's...
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 11: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal celebrates scoring the 2nd Arsenal goal with Mohamed Elneny of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Watford at Emirates Stadium on March 11, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Duo dropped and injury impact: Arsenal’s predicted 4-2-3-1 for meaningless Southampton game

Arsenal go into their game on Sunday against Southampton knowing that there is little to play for in this match.
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Episode 141: Down with the Baggies

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew and Anita enjoy watching Arsenal help Stoke towards relegation despite being rubbish for 65...