Tag: Stan Kroenke

Cesc Fabregas back at Arsenal with Jack Wilshere (Photo via Wilshere's Instagram story)

Jack Wilshere close to Arsenal exit

Jack Wilshere is set to leave Arsenal to join Norwich City as first-team coach, taking his next step in coaching after managing Arsenal's under-18s.
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Africa’s richest man: “I regret not buying Arsenal”

Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man, admits his regret over not purchasing Arsenal, revealing how his commitment to his refinery project took priority over the club.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 19: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, acknowledges the fans following the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Everton FC at Emirates Stadium on May 19, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta agrees new 3-year Arsenal contract, huge payrise expected

Mikel Arteta has agreed to a new three-year Arsenal contract, securing his future at the club until 2027, in a deal that could make him one of the top-paid managers.
Josh Kroenke looks on during the "Football Meets Football" Youth Clinic at the LA Rams NFL training camp on the Loyola Marymount University (LMU) campus on July 26, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. Arsenal FC will play Manchester United FC in an exhibition match at SoFi Stadium on Saturday as part of the Rivals in Red USA 2024 Tour. (Photo by Patrick T. Fallon / AFP) (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images)

Josh Kroenke explains his goal for Arsenal

Josh Kroenke reveals Arsenal's plans to strengthen its bond with supporters, maintain the Emirates as a fortress, and build a sustainable model for success.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND: Ivan Toney of Brentford reacts during the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Nottingham Forest at Brentford Community Stadium on April 29, 2023. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Arsenal to delay striker hunt

Arsenal plans to sign a new striker in summer 2024, eyeing Juventus' Dusan Vlahovic and Brentford's Ivan Toney, amidst stalled contract talks with Jorginho.
Los Angeles Rams' owner Stan Kroenke holds the Vince Lombardi trophy after the LA Rams won Super Bowl LVI against the Cincinnati Bengals at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on February 13, 2022. (Photo by Frederic J. Brown / AFP) (Photo by FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal owner in revenue dispute with FIFA

Stan Kroenke and FIFA lock horns over the revenue distribution for the 2026 World Cup, potentially affecting various stakeholders including Arsenal.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND: Josh Kroenke (R) Director of Arsenal looks on from the stands ahead of the Premier League match between Manchester City and Arsenal FC at Etihad Stadium on April 26, 2023. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Josh Kroenke responds to brutal Colorado fans’ open letter

Josh Kroenke responds to an open letter from Centennial 38, the official supporters' group for the Colorado Rapids, addressing their concerns and outlining future plans for the club.
COMMERCE CITY, CO - JULY 03: Fans of the Colorado Rapids react to the game against the Houston Dynamo at Dicks Sporting Goods Park on July 3, 2011 in Commerce City, Colorado. (Photo by Bart Young/Getty Images)

Arsenal owner slammed by Colorado Rapids supporter’s group

Colorado Rapids supporters group Centennial 38 releases a candid open letter criticising Arsenal owner Stan Kroenke for his management of the MLS club.
Los Angeles Rams' owner Stan Kroenke holds the Vince Lombardi trophy after the LA Rams won Super Bowl LVI against the Cincinnati Bengals at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on February 13, 2022. (Photo by Frederic J. Brown / AFP) (Photo by FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal owner is 6th wealthiest NFL owner

A look at the financial standing of Stan Kroenke among NFL owners and its implications for Arsenal's competitive future in the football world.
LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 29: Los Angeles Rams owner Stan Kroenke on the sidelines before playing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 29, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by John McCoy/Getty Images)

Kroenke aims to make Arsenal his next sports empire success story

Sports mogul Stan Kroenke aims to turn around Arsenal's fortunes by investing heavily in new signings.
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Arsenal owner talks Kylian Mbappe

Arsenal owner Stan Kroenke, known for his rare football commentary, weighs in on the Saudi Arabian league's influence, Kylian Mbappe's potential move, and Arsenal's recent transfers.
Declan Rice signing for Arsenal alongside Mikel Arteta and Edu Gaspar (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal biggest spenders in Europe

Arsenal emerge as Europe's top spender in summer 2023 transfers, with a staggering expenditure of €231m, largely on three key signings.
LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 29: Los Angeles Rams owner Stan Kroenke on the sidelines before playing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 29, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by John McCoy/Getty Images)

Stan Kroenke keeps spending

Stan Kroenke invests in the redevelopment of San Diego Sports Arena. A project set to revitalise San Diego's sports scene while tackling the city's housing needs.
LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 27: Stan Kroenke makes an appearance ahead of the game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Minnesota Vikings at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 27, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Arsenal hopes fuelled as Stan Kroenke’s Denver Nuggets latest to achieve success

Stan Kroenke's Denver Nuggets secure NBA victory, fuelling hope for Arsenal's future success.
Arsenal transfers - MUNICH, GERMANY - MAY 20: Dani Olmo of RB Leipzig looks on during the warm up prior to the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern München and RB Leipzig at Allianz Arena on May 20, 2023 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images)

Who will join Arsenal? Exploring The Gunner’s transfer wishlist

Explore the latest on Arsenal's transfer news - tracking the club's interest in Dominik Szoboszlai, Dani Olmo, and others. Find out more about Arsenal's moves.
LONDON - NOVEMBER 07: Russian Oligarch Alisher Usmanov is pictured in front of JMW Turner's painting ' The Harbour of Brest ' in the Tate Britain art gallery on November 7, 2008 in London, England. The Pushkin Museum in Moscow is hosting a major exhibition of works by JMW Turner on loan from Tate Britain thanks to it's sole sponsor, Alisher Usmanov. Mr Usmanov who is a major shareholder in the Russian industrial conglomerate, Metalloinvest, as well as Arsenal Football Club, is reported to have a personal fortune of approximately 2.7bn GBP. (Photo by Oli Scarff/Getty Images)

Former Arsenal shareholder Usmanov faces tightened sanctions

Ex-Arsenal shareholder Usmanov faces tightened US, UK sanctions due to Kremlin ties.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 11: A general view of the Come To See The Arsenal stadium wrap prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Brentford FC at Emirates Stadium on February 11, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

What does Arsenal’s board update mean?

Arsenal board reshuffle sees Stan and Josh Kroenke named Co-Chairs, Tim Lewis as Executive Vice-Chair. Formalisation of existing roles reaffirms family commitment.
Edu Gaspar, Stan Kroenke, Cecil Jee Thomas, Mikel Arteta, Josh Kroenke, and Tim Lewis pose for a photo (via Cecil_Jee on Instagram)

Picture: Arsenal higher-ups snapped meeting up this weekend

Mikel Arteta, Tim Lewis, Edu Gaspar, and Arsenal owners Stan and Josh Kroenke were all pictured meeting up over the weekend, ahead of Arsenal's trip to Dubai.
Arsenal's US owner Stan Kroenke (C) looks on during the presentation to Arsenal's French manager Arsene Wenger after the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Burnley at the Emirates Stadium in London on May 6, 2018. (Photo by Ian KINGTON / IKIMAGES / AFP)

Kroenkes consider acquiring clubs in Brazil, Belgium, & Portugal

Stan Kroenke has explored the possibility of acquiring another club, in part to develop their links to Arsenal, according to a report.
Los Angeles Rams' owner Stan Kroenke holds the Vince Lombardi trophy after the LA Rams won Super Bowl LVI against the Cincinnati Bengals at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on February 13, 2022. (Photo by Frederic J. Brown / AFP) (Photo by FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty Images)

Arteta hails Kroenke as Arsenal spend hits £270m since 2021

Mikel Arteta has hailed Stan Kroenke's ownership of Arsenal saying it is 'as good as I've seen in football' with the Gunners sitting second in the transfer spend table across Europe.
Promenade mall in Woodland Hills

Stan Kroenke spends $150m to buy vacant Promenade mall

Stan Kroenke has been revealed as the 'mystery' buyer of the vacant Promenade mall, in Woodland Hills, LA, although it's not clear what the Arsenal owner plans to do with it.
An aeriel view of SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on February 19, 2022. (Photo by Daniel SLIM / AFP) (Photo by DANIEL SLIM/AFP via Getty Images)

Stan Kroenke faces pitch-size headache ahead of World Cup 2026

Stan Kroenke faces an embarrassing problem in his mega-expensive LA stadium with the pitch needing to be redeveloped after just 18 months if he wants to host World Cup games in 2026.
Los Angeles Rams' owner Stan Kroenke holds the Vince Lombardi trophy after the LA Rams won Super Bowl LVI against the Cincinnati Bengals at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on February 13, 2022. (Photo by Frederic J. Brown / AFP) (Photo by FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty Images)

What does Stan Kroenke’s Superbowl win tell us about his plan for Arsenal?

Matthew and resident US sports (and tactics) expert Stephen Bradley look at what the LA Rams 'World Championship' and a recent state-side interview with Josh Kroenke says about KSE, how they operate and their plan for Arsenal - and how the transfer window fit into that plan.
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Spotify Joe Rogan decision shows Daniel Ek is no Arsenal saviour

The news that Spotify opted to remove Neil Young's music rather than Joe Rogan's podcast shows that would-be Arsenal owner, Daniel Ek, is no better than the rest of the billionaires on this planet.
Mikel Arteta with Stan Kroenke via Reddit

Mikel Arteta flies to America to meet with Stan Kroenke

Mikel Arteta has flown to America to meet with Arsenal owner, Stan Kroenke, in Denver.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 27: Gabriel Martinelli celebrates with teammates Ben White and Gabriel Magalhaes of Arsenal after scoring their team's second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Newcastle United at Emirates Stadium on November 27, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Episode 314: Is it time to give credit to Arteta, Edu and Kroenke?

Matthew is joined by special guest Ashley Gerlach to look back on a relatively comfortable win against the Newcastle and their as-yet unspent Saudi billions in their relegation battle.
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Stan Kroenke buys $23.8m luxury 2nd apartment in Beverly Hills

Stan Kroenke, and his wife, Ann Walton Kroenke, heir to the Walmart fortune, have purchased a second luxury condo in the Maybourne Beverly Hills for a record price of $23.8m.
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Ready to sell Pepe, Martinelli’s father speaks and new Kroenke purchase

As we endure the third interlull of the season, here's what's been happening in the world of Arsenal this weekend so far.
LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 29: Los Angeles Rams owner Stan Kroenke on the sidelines before playing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 29, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by John McCoy/Getty Images)

Arsenal Qatar interest update

Rumours of Qatari interest in Arsenal are being played down, and there's no indication Stan Kroenke would sell even if they were true.
Granit Xhaka celebrates with Emile Smith Rowe after he scores to make it 1-1 during the Pre Season Friendly match at the Emirates Stadium, London. Picture credit should read: Paul Terry / Sportimage

Stan Kroenke confirms Granit Xhaka contract extension

Granit Xhaka's new Arsenal contract has been confirmed in rather bizarre fashion, through a statement from the owners in a matchday programme.
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Stan Kroenke will reject any 2nd bid from Daniel Ek

Reports suggest Stan Kroenke will reject any new offers from Daniel Ek, amid talk of a second bid from the Spotify billionaire.
Edu, Mikel Arteta and Steve Round deep in coversation at Goodison Park

Episode 291: Arsenal’s questions for the summer

Matthew and Stephen sit down to discuss the decisions waiting in the summer ahead for Arsenal, Mikel Arteta, Edu and the Kroenkes.
LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 29: Los Angeles Rams owner Stan Kroenke on the sidelines before playing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 29, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by John McCoy/Getty Images)

KSE to help Arsenal fulfil financial commitments to tune of £120m

Kroenke Sports & Entertainment are set to help Arsenal pay back the £120m loan they previously took out from the CCFF later this month.
LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 10: Owner Stan Kroenke of the Los Angeles Rams looks on prior to a game against the Indianapolis Colts at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 10, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

Daniel Ek spells out Arsenal vision but says Kroenke’s won’t sell

Daniel Ek says he made a formal offer for Arsenal Football Club this week and explains how the Kroenkes responded to the bid.
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Arsenal’s value grows 23% despite terrible on-pitch decline

Arsenal have placed 38th in Forbes' latest list of the world's most valuable sports clubs with a value of $2.8billion (£1.98billion), representing a 23% rise.
Manchester United, ManU fan protest - Old Trafford Fans holds up a banner as they protest against the Glazer family, owners of Manchester United, before their Premier League match against Liverpool at Old Trafford, Manchester. Issue date: Sunday May 2, 2021. Copyright: Barrington Coombs

£200m Manchester United blow serves as warning to Arsenal

Manchester United have lost a 10-year, £200m sponsorship deal in the wake of their fans' anti-Glazers protest and Arsenal need to be careful they don't start losing deals, too.
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Arsenal to repay taxpayers’ loan as Tottenham roll theirs over

Arsenal are expected to repay the loan they took out from the government in full this month while Tottenham have opted to roll their repayments over for a year.
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Daniel Ek formal Arsenal takeover bid expected this week

Daniel Ek will make a formal takeover bid for Arsenal by the end of this week, after reaching out to Stan Kroenke over the weekend.
LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 29: Los Angeles Rams owner Stan Kroenke on the sidelines before playing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 29, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by John McCoy/Getty Images)

Arsenal ARE up for sale despite Kroenke’s denial

Arsenal are for sale and Stan Kroenke quoted a price of £1.7 billion just two years ago despite his insistence that they are not looking to sell.
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Daniel Ek believes this is his best chance to buy Arsenal

Daniel Ek has spent a lot of Wednesday talking about his intentions to buy Arsenal, despite Stan Kroenke saying the club isn't for sale.