Tag: Stan Kroenke

Stan’s Silent business plan

Arsenal’s owners, whilst never the symbol of the everyday man, were until recently indigenous to Islington.

Arsenal Supporters’ Trust board member: Kroenke is Arsenal’s problem

Arsenal's smallest shareholder, Phil Wall, has explained why he believes the Gunners' statement regarding Arsene Wenger's new two-year deal is meaningless.

If there was any doubt Arsenal are the fiefdom of one man, Wenger’s latest...

So, the last few days have been pretty quiet on the Arsenal front, huh?

John Hartson: “Arsenal need superstars to challenge at the top”

John Hartson, who played for Arsenal between 1995 and 1997, gave his thoughts about manager Arsene Wenger and his future at the club in a recent interview.
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Arsene Wenger’s battle with the Arsenal board

The relationship between Arsene Wenger and the Arsenal board has been strained for a large period of the season.

Arsene Wenger told by Arsenal chiefs: “You must win major trophy in two years”

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has been told by club owner Stan Kroenke that he must win a major trophy in the next two years.
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Kroenke wants to keep Gazidis happy as well as Wenger

Stan Kroenke wishes to keep Ivan Gazidis at the club despite ongoing friction with Arsene Wenger.

Arsene Wenger set for two-year contract extension at Arsenal

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger looks set to sign a two-year deal when he meets with the board on Tuesday, having reiterated his desire to remain at the Emirates Stadium until at least 2019.
Arsene Wenger manager of Arsenal (right) and Ivan Gazidis, CEO of Arsenal. Picture: Clive Rose/Getty Images

Wenger to fight board on proposed changes and will probably win

Arsene Wenger will fight any proposed changes to the way he runs the club when he meets with the board this week.
Arsenal fans have been increasingly frustrated with the current state of affairs at the club. (Picture source: Justin Tallis / Getty Images)

Why Arsenal fans need to leave the protests at home today

Arsenal fans are planning to protest against Stan Kroenke at the FA Cup final, but shouldn't this be one day when we put all that aside and get behind the team 100%?
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Legend backs Arsenal fans as they ready massive anti-Kroenke protest at Wembley

Ian Wright has backed Arsenal fans who are planning to unfurl anti-Kroenke banners at Wembley during the Gunners' FA Cup final clash against Chelsea.
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Unusual trading at Arsenal sparks questions

The trading history on the NEX Exchange has shown some unusual activity regarding a £35,400 stake on two Arsenal shares just before news of Alisher Usmanov's £1bn bid broke.
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Usmanov refuses to give up on Arsenal’s main shareholder attempts

Alisher Usmanov reportedly met his close advisers on Wednesday, discussing the options going forward in his attempts to take control of Arsenal.

Club legend Bob Wilson urges Arsenal board to consider Usmanov

Arsenal legendary goalkeeper Bob Wilson, who made over 300 club appearances in eleven years with the Gunners during the 1960s and 70s, has said that the club's board meeting next week should include a discussion about the possibilities that have been offered by Alisher Usmanov.

Keown: Wenger has to lose some of his control in the club

Martin Keown recently gave an exclusive interview to Arsenal Fan TV in which he spoke about the FA Cup final, Stan Kroenke, Alisher Usmanov, Arsene Wenger and more.

What sort of owner is Stan Kroenke and what is Alisher Usmanov up to?

In order to understand Stan Kroenke as Arsenal owner, you need to understand how he's operated in his other sports ventures, Stateside. Thankfully, Stephen Bradley is an NFL nut and he's taken the time to put together this pod to help to explain Silent Stan to the Arsenal fans Kroenke prefers to ignore. He also examines Alisher Usmanov's offer for the club and what he could be up to.

Kroenke quick to speak about his shares but not Arsenal the club, says Henry

Thierry Henry has criticised Stan Kroenke for the way he has addressed speculation about selling Arsenal, whilst purposely remaining silent on other matters which surround the club at present.

Report: Arsenal chiefs split over Wenger future

Arsene Wenger's future at Arsenal is still uncertain and reports claim the board are split over how to move forward.
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Kroenke issues immediate denial of Usmanov sale story

No sooner had we done a post covering reports that Stan Kroenke was 'wavering' over Alisher Usmanov's offer for his Arsenal shares than the American issued a denial.
DENVER, CO - APRIL 20: (L-R) Denver Nuggets President Josh Kroenke and his father Stan Kroenke, the owner of the Denver Nuggets offer praise for Rocky, the team mascot, as they watch the game from courtside seats as the Nuggets face the Golden State Warriors during Game One of the Western Conference Quarterfinals of the 2013 NBA Playoffs at the Pepsi Center on April 20, 2013 in Denver, Colorado. The Nuggets defeated the Warriors (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

Kroenke considering selling to Usmanov after pressure from son & board

Stan Kroenke is now said to be 'wavering' over the bid from Alisher Usmanov to buy Arsenal after initial reports claimed he dismissed the offer.
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Usmanov’s €1.3bn offer for controlling stake matches Forbes’ valuation

Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov failed in his attempt to buy out Stan Kroenke’s controlling stake in Arsenal football club, but his bid of €1.3bn is reported to be a perfect valuation, according to Forbes.
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Arsenal fans display anti-Stan Kroenke banners at the Emirates

Following the news that Alisher Usmanov had a £1bn bid to buy Arsenal from Stan Kroenke rejected recently, Gooners made their feelings on their American owner known during the Gunners' 3-1 win over Everton.
DENVER, CO - APRIL 20: (L-R) Denver Nuggets President Josh Kroenke and his father Stan Kroenke, the owner of the Denver Nuggets offer praise for Rocky, the team mascot, as they watch the game from courtside seats as the Nuggets face the Golden State Warriors during Game One of the Western Conference Quarterfinals of the 2013 NBA Playoffs at the Pepsi Center on April 20, 2013 in Denver, Colorado. The Nuggets defeated the Warriors (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

Kroenke prepared to make Arsenal ‘European force’ as Usmanov circles

Stan Kroenke apparently claims that he wants to make Arsenal a 'European force' amid reports that Alisher Usmanov is preparing a second bid.
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Usmanov ready to increase bid to £2bn to wrestle Arsenal from Kroenke

Alisher Usmanov is reportedly ready to pay up to double his original £1bn offer in an attempt to wrestle Arsenal from majority shareholder, Stan Kroenke.
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Wright: This is great news!

Ian Wright believes that it's 'great news' that Alisher Usmanov put in a bid to buy Arsenal this week.
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Stan Kroenke ‘fully committed’ to Arsenal after massive Usmanov bid

Alisher Usmanov has failed with his latest bid to buy Arsenal, according to the Financial Times, despite offering Stan Kroenke close to three times what he paid for his Arsenal shares.
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Kroenke flying to meet Wenger to discuss manager’s future

Arsenal's majority shareholder, Stan Kroenke, is reportedly set to travel to London to discuss Arsene Wenger's future at the club in the coming days.
DENVER, CO - APRIL 20: (L-R) Denver Nuggets President Josh Kroenke and his father Stan Kroenke, the owner of the Denver Nuggets offer praise for Rocky, the team mascot, as they watch the game from courtside seats as the Nuggets face the Golden State Warriors during Game One of the Western Conference Quarterfinals of the 2013 NBA Playoffs at the Pepsi Center on April 20, 2013 in Denver, Colorado. The Nuggets defeated the Warriors (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

Arsenal just latest sports team to struggle under Stan Kroenke

Stan Kroenke's sports teams have been struggling recently and the signs for Arsenal aren't great
DENVER, CO - APRIL 20: (L-R) Denver Nuggets President Josh Kroenke and his father Stan Kroenke, the owner of the Denver Nuggets offer praise for Rocky, the team mascot, as they watch the game from courtside seats as the Nuggets face the Golden State Warriors during Game One of the Western Conference Quarterfinals of the 2013 NBA Playoffs at the Pepsi Center on April 20, 2013 in Denver, Colorado. The Nuggets defeated the Warriors (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

Concerning complaints about Kroenke MLS side highlight big problems for Arsenal fans

It's fair to say that Stan Kroenke is heavily disliked by the majority of Arsenal fans.

Why are Arsenal still waiting to make an Arsene Wenger announcement?

Arsenal still haven't announced a decision on Arsene Wenger's future and it seems like they don't actually have a clue what's going on or...
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Fans react to Arsenal owner donating $1m to Donald Trump

Reports have emerged that Arsenal's majority shareholder, Stan Kroenke, donated $1m towards Donald Trump's inauguration.
DENVER, CO - APRIL 20: (L-R) Denver Nuggets President Josh Kroenke and his father Stan Kroenke, the owner of the Denver Nuggets offer praise for Rocky, the team mascot, as they watch the game from courtside seats as the Nuggets face the Golden State Warriors during Game One of the Western Conference Quarterfinals of the 2013 NBA Playoffs at the Pepsi Center on April 20, 2013 in Denver, Colorado. The Nuggets defeated the Warriors (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

Arsenal share price rises despite awful performances

Despite their terrible on-field performances, an Arsenal share sold this week for a record price, just weeks after the record was broken for the first time in five years.

What’s hot, what’s not: New signing, share price, Gazidis & more

It was a much better week for Arsenal this week than over recent times. So let's take a look at what's hot and what's not in the world of Arsenal...
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Kroenke plans ‘largest ever loan for sports team’

Arsenal’s majority shareholder, Stan Kroenke, is reportedly set to take out a $1bn loan for his LA stadium project.

What needs to happen at Arsenal for Kroenke to step in

Arsenal have lost four league games out of five for the first time under Arsene Wenger, they're six points behind fourth place, and the manager is about to sign a two-year extension that pretty much only he and the board want him to sign.

What needs to happen for Stan Kroenke to step in at Arsenal

So, Arsenal lost again at the weekend, they've lost four league games out of five for the first time under Arsene Wenger, they're six points behind fourth place, and the manager is about to sign a two-year extension that pretty much only he and the board want him to sign.
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OTD Arsenal create partnership with Colorado Rapids

On this day in 2007, Arsenal became official partners with MLS club, Colorado Rapids.

Arsenal AGM takes place – The highlights

Arsene Wenger, Stan Kroenke, Ivan Gazidis and Sir Chips Keswick all met with Arsenal members on Monday morning as the AGM took place.
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Kroenke increases Arsenal stake

Stan Kroenke has increased his stake in Arsenal after he purchased a further 23 ordinary shares, taking his percentage to 67.
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Super news for Silent Stan

Absentee Arsenal majority owner, Stan Kroenke, was given even more incentive to stay away from North London yesterday when his NFL franchise, the Los Angeles Rams, were awarded the rights to host Superbowl LV in 2021.