Tag: Sporting CP

CADIZ, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 10: Hector Bellerin of Barcelona arrives at the stadium prior to the LaLiga Santander match between Cadiz CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio Nuevo Mirandilla on September 10, 2022 in Cadiz, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Former Gunner could replace Spurs-bound defender

Sporting Clube de Portugal are considering a move to sign Hector Bellerin from FC Barcelona as a potential replacement for Pedro Porro.
IKAST, DENMARK: Araújo Henrique Pereira of SL Benfica is challenged by Diomande Ousmane of FC Midtjylland during the UEFA Youth League Round Of Sixteen match between FC Midtjylland and SL Benfica at Ikast Stadion on March 02, 2022. (Photo by Martin Rose/Getty Images)

Deal off: Journalist confirms Arsenal now looking at other targets

Arsenal are no longer pursuing a move for 19-year-old centre-back Ousmane Diomande of FC Midtjylland, according to a report.
Sporting's Portuguese forward Tiago Tomas (R) shoots the ball during the Portuguese league football match between Belenenses SAD and Sporting CP at the Restelo stadium in Lisbon on December 27, 2020. (Photo by PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal pursuit of Tiago Tomas updated in Portuguese media

There is interest in Tiago Tomas from England, but Sporting CP aren't keen to sell, according to reports from Portugal.
Sporting's Portuguese forward Tiago Tomas (L) vies with Farense's Bissau Ginean defender Bura (R) during the Portuguese league football match between Sporting CP and SC Farense at the Jose Alvalade stadium in Lisbon on December 19, 2020. (Photo by PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal close to £20m summer deal for Tiago Tomas

Arsenal are close to a summer deal for Sporting Lisbon teenager and first-team regular Tiago Tomas, according to a report.
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Kia Joorabchian: Arsenal links to Joelson are so untrue

Arsenal aren't looking to sign Joelson Fernandes and they aren't speaking to Sporting CP or Kia Joorabchian about a move, according to the agent.
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€20m Arsenal bid for €45m Joelson rejected

Sporting CP rejected an opening bid of €20m from Arsenal for teenage winger Joelson Fernandes this week, according to reports in Portugal.
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Joelson has agreement in principle for Sporting extension

Joelson Fernandes has an agreement in principle with Sporting CP over a contract extension, according to Rui Santos in Portugal.
Sporting's Portuguese forward Joelson Fernandes (L) challenges Vitoria Setubal's Portuguese forward Zequinha Branco during the Portuguese League football match between Sporting CP and Vitoria FC at the Jose Alvalade stadium in Lisbon on July 21, 2020. (Photo by PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA / AFP) (Photo by PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal representatives in Lisbon for Joelson transfer

Arsenal representatives are in Lisbon aiming to finalise a transfer for Joelson Fernandes, according to reports in Portugal.
VILA REAL SANTO ANTONIO, PORTUGAL - FEBRUARY 11: Michael Kostka (R) of Germany U16 challenges Joelson Fernandes (L) of Portugal U16 during UEFA Development Tournament match between U16 Germany and U16 Portugal at VRSA Stadium on February 11, 2019 in Vila Real Santo Antonio, Portugal. (Photo by Ricardo Nascimento/Getty Images)

Sporting leave Joelson out – Arsenal transfer talks planned

Sporting CP left Joelson Fernandes out of their squad on Saturday, with Arsenal representatives planning to travel to Portugal for transfer talks early next week.
Joelson Fernandes with Sporting CP (Photo via Fernandes on Instagram)

Arsenal ready to activate €45m Joelson Fernandes clause

Arsenal are ready and willing to activate the release clause of Sporting CP winger Joelson Fernandes, according to reports in Portugal.
Joelson Fernandes with Sporting CP (Photo via Fernandes on Instagram)

2 bids & agent speaks: Arsenal and 17-year-old Joelson Fernandes

Arsenal are one of the teams on the list of suitors for 17-year-old Sporting CP winger Joelson Fernandes, according to reports in Portugal.
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Episode 171: Emery ball falls back to Earth

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew & Anita talk through the draws against Liverpool, Sporting Lisbon, and Wolves, and consider...
LISBON, PORTUGAL - OCTOBER 25: Sokratis Papastathopoulos of Arsenal applauds fans after the match during the UEFA Europa League Group E match between Sporting CP and Arsenal at Estadio Jose Alvalade on October 25, 2018 in Lisbon, Portugal. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

UEFA Europa League: Arsenal v Sporting facts, stats, team news + more

Sporting CP’s interim coach, Tiago Fernandes, is aiming to secure victory of Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Thursday night when the two sides face each other in the UEFA Europa League group match.
LISBON, PORTUGAL - AUGUST 5: Emiliano Viviano of Sporting CP in action during the Pre-Season Friendly match between Sporting CP and Empoli FC at Estadio Jose Alvalade on August 5, 2018 in Lisbon, Portugal. (Photo by Gualter Fatia/Getty Images)

Sporting Lisbon confirm squad for Arsenal clash: Emiliano Viviano excluded

Sporting Lisbon have confirmed their squad to travel to London on Thursday to face Arsenal, with a number of key omissions.
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Episode 170: Eleven wins and done

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew & Anita discuss the win in Lisbon, the Welbz renaissance, and the bump back...
Panathinaikos Athens' Angelos Basinas (L) chases Arsenal London's Louis Morte Boa (R) during their Champions League group E clash in Athens, 09 December. / AFP / EPA / LOUISA GOULIAMAKI

Luis Boa Morte tribute was cancelled after threats from Sporting Lisbon fans

Luis Boa Morte was supposed to receive a gift from Sporting Lisbon during their clash with Arsenal last week, but fan reaction led to the tribute being cancelled.
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Jose Peseiro: To face Arsenal is good, the motivation is sure to be 100...

Sporting Lisbon coach Jose Peseiro argues that facing Arsenal is a good thing right now, as it will motivate his players to perform at their best.
BAKU, AZERBAIJAN - OCTOBER 04: Emile Smith Rowe of Arsenal applauds fans after the UEFA Europa League Group E match between Qarabag FK and Arsenal at on October 4, 2018 in Baku, Azerbaijan. (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images)

Sporting Lisbon v Arsenal: Stats, history, form, press conference, more

Unai Emery insists Arsenal are going to Portugal to face Sporting Lisbon determined to win the Europa League.
Arsenal's English striker Danny Welbeck (R) celebrates with Arsenal's Swiss defender Stephan Lichtsteiner after scoring the team's second goal during the UEFA Europa League group E football match between Arsenal and Vorskla Poltava at the Emirates Stadium in London on September 20, 2018. (Photo by Ian KINGTON / AFP)

7 changes: Arsenal predicted lineup v Sporting Lisbon

Arsenal face Sporting Lisbon in Portugal on Thursday, as they fight with the Primeira Liga side to top their Europa League group.
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Nani: I’m always ready to score, there’s no better motivation than this type of...

Nani insists there's no better motivation to score a goal for Sporting Lisbon than a game against Arsenal, particularly given his history with Manchester United.
Guingamp's French goalkeeper Romain Salin gestures during the friendly football match between Lorient and Guingamp on July 23, 2016 in Pontivy, western France. (Photo by JEAN-SEBASTIEN EVRARD / AFP / Getty Images)

Romain Salin: ‘Arsenal are a great team’

Sporting CP goalkeeper Romain Salin thinks Arsenal are a 'great team' and admits his side will have to work together to get a result on Thursday.
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Arsenal issue warning to fans ahead of Sporting Lisbon clash

Arsenal have sent a warning to fans planning to attend Thursday's Europa League clash in Lisbon, the Gunners' third group game in the competition.
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Arsenal reportedly set to give extra tickets to travelling Sporting Lisbon fans

Arsenal are planning to expand Sporting Lisbon's allocation at the Emirates Stadium when the Portuguese side visit in November.

Sporting CP are Perez’s ‘favourite option’ as he edges closer to Arsenal exit

Sporting CP are Lucas Perez's preferred destination if he leaves Arsenal this summer, but the Portuguese club may struggle to afford him, according to reports.
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Spanish media: Martins elects to join Atletico over Arsenal

Gelson Martins has decided to join Atletico Madrid instead of Arsenal, with a deal to move to Spain all but confirmed, according to reports in the country.
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Italian media: Arsenal and Lazio in competition for Gelson Martins

Arsenal and Lazio are in competition for the signing of Gelson Martins, with a five-year deal on the table, according to reports in Italy.
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Italian media: Arsenal want to close Martins transfer ‘as soon as possible’

Arsenal want to complete a deal for Gelson Martins as soon as they can, according to reports in Italy, but they face competition from Lazio.
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Lazio ‘unlikely’ to provide much competition for Arsenal in race for Martins

A number of clubs are starting to join Arsenal in the race to sign Portuguese winger Gelson Martins, but the player is set on a Premier League move, according to reports in his home country.
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Arsenal ‘one of a number of clubs interested’ in Gelson Martins

Arsenal are one of a number of clubs interested in signing Gelson Martins from Sporting CP, Sky Sports have confirmed.
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Gelson Martins requests contract termination so he can leave Sporting for free

Gelson Martins has requested the termination of his playing contract with Sporting CP, with invocation of just cause, hoping to leave the club on a free transfer.
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Arsenal submit another bid for Gelson Martins

Arsenal submitted another bid for Sporting CP winger Gelson Martins last week, according to reports in Portugal.
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Arsenal could take advantage of Sporting CP disarray to sign Gelson Martins for free

Arsenal could try to bring in Gelson Martins on a free transfer, as the player reportedly considers terminating his contract with the Portuguese club.
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Arsenal consider bid for Gelson Martins but face competition from Juventus

Arsenal are considering making a bid for Sporting CP winger Gelson Martins, according to reports in Portugal, but they face competition from Juventus.
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Sporting CP tell Arsenal representatives they won’t accept less than £53m for Gelson Martins

Arsenal are following Gelson Martins ahead of a bid this summer, but Sporting CP will only sell for close to the player's release clause, according to reports in Portugal.
Sporting's Italian defender Cristiano Piccini (R) vies with Aves' Brazilian forward Amilton da Silva during the Portuguese league football match between Sporting CP and CD Aves at the Jose Alvalade stadium in Lisbon on January 14, 2018. / AFP PHOTO / PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA

Arsenal in ‘pole position’ to sign Sporting right-back Piccini

Arsenal are leading the race to sign Sporting CP right-back Cristiano Piccini ahead of Juventus and West Ham United, according to reports.

Arsenal and Liverpool scout Bruno Fernandes

Arsenal and Liverpool are both closely monitoring Bruno Fernandes of Sporting CP, as they prepare to battle it out for his signature this summer, according to reports.
BELGRADE, SERBIA - AUGUST 29. Andrija Zivkovic of FK Partizan in action during the Serbia Super League match between FK Partizan and OFK Belgrade at Partizan stadium August 29, 2015 in Belgrade, Serbia. (Photo by Srdjan Stevanovic/Getty Images)

Arsenal send scouts to two Primeira Liga matches over the weekend

Arsenal joined a number of clubs in watching both Benfica play FC Porto and Belenenses play Sporting CP, according to reports in Portugal.
Jan Oblak during the UEFA Champions League match between FC Bayern Muenchen and Club Atletico de Madrid at Allianz Arena on December 6, 2016 in Munich, Bavaria.

Assessed: Every team Arsenal could draw if they beat CSKA Moscow

On Friday, Arsenal will hopefully be in the Europa League semi-final draw along with three other clubs from around the continent, so here's the lowdown on what to expect from each one.
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Report: Arsenal identify Martins as Alexis replacement

Arsenal want to sign Sporting CP winger Gelson Martins this month, as the Gunners continue their search for an Alexis Sanchez replacement.

Arsenal scout watches Lisbon derby

Arsenal had a scout at the Lisbon derby between Sporting and Benfica last Wednesday, and could have been watching William Carvalho. Again.