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![Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta applauds fans after the match on February 2, 2020 Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta applauds fans after the match on February 2, 2020](https://sm.imgix.net/20/05/mikel-arteta.jpg?w=87&h=65&auto=compress,format&fit=clip)
Mikel Arteta pleased with young players' progress
Bukayo Saka is one of the young Gunners who could soon sign a new contract.
Feb 15, 23:04
![Cedric Soares in action for Southampton on December 1, 2019 Cedric Soares in action for Southampton on December 1, 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Arsenal complete signing of Cedric Soares on loan from Southampton
Arsenal complete the signing of Cedric Soares on loan from Southampton until the end of the season.
Jan 31, 10:33
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Friday's Arsenal transfer talk news roundup: Pablo Mari, Mykola Matviyenko
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for Arsenal on Friday, January 31.
Jan 31, 06:14
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Thursday's Premier League transfer talk news roundup: Pablo Mari, Mykola Matviyenko
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for the Premier League on Thursday, January 30.
Jan 30, 11:07
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Thursday's Transfer Talk Update: Edmond Tapsoba, Danny Rose, Salomon Kalou
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Jan 30, 06:57
![Pablo Mari in action for Flamengo in the Club World Cup on December 21, 2019 Pablo Mari in action for Flamengo in the Club World Cup on December 21, 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Flamengo defender Pablo Mari 'arrives in London for Arsenal medical'
Arsenal are reportedly on the verge of completing a £7.5m deal for Flamengo defender Pablo Mari, who was formerly on the books at Manchester City.
Jan 25, 10:25
![Atletico Paranaense's Bruno Guimaraes pictured in December 2019 Atletico Paranaense's Bruno Guimaraes pictured in December 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Arsenal target Bruno Guimaraes confirms transfer talks
Athletico Paranaense midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, said to be a target for Arsenal, acknowledges that he is in talks with a number of clubs regarding a January move.
Jan 21, 23:27
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Arsenal to begin Bruno Guimaraes talks?
Arsenal reportedly plan to hold discussions with the representatives of Athletico Paranaense midfielder Bruno Guimaraes next week.
Jan 18, 12:59
![England's Eddie Nketiah celebrates scoring their fifth goal to complete his hat-trick on October 15, 2019 England's Eddie Nketiah celebrates scoring their fifth goal to complete his hat-trick on October 15, 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Mikel Arteta provides update on Eddie Nketiah future
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta reveals that the club will meet with Eddie Nketiah on Thursday to discuss his future.
Jan 2, 01:43
![Arsenal interim manager Freddie Ljungberg pictured on December 5, 2019 Arsenal interim manager Freddie Ljungberg pictured on December 5, 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Freddie Ljungberg: 'No talks over permanent Arsenal job'
The 42-year-old Swede was placed in charge on an interim basis following the sacking of Unai Emery.
Dec 11, 22:11
![West Ham United manager Manuel Pellegrini with Arsenal interim manager Freddie Ljungberg on December 9, 2019 West Ham United manager Manuel Pellegrini with Arsenal interim manager Freddie Ljungberg on December 9, 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Freddie Ljungberg provides update on Arsenal future
Arsenal interim boss Freddie Ljungberg reveals that he is working on a "game-to-game basis" at the Emirates Stadium.
Dec 9, 23:07
![Arsenal's Mesut Ozil and Granit Xhaka look dejected after Brighton & Hove Albion's Neal Maupay scored their second goal on December 5, 2019 Arsenal's Mesut Ozil and Granit Xhaka look dejected after Brighton & Hove Albion's Neal Maupay scored their second goal on December 5, 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Report: Arsenal chiefs meet for new coach talks
Arsenal executives will continue to assess candidates for the vacant managerial position after reportedly meeting to discuss the decision over dinner last week.
Dec 9, 12:08
![Patrick Vieira pictured in charge of Nice in May 2019 Patrick Vieira pictured in charge of Nice in May 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Edu 'favours Patrick Vieira appointment at Arsenal'
Arsenal technical director Edu reportedly wants former midfielder Patrick Vieira to become the club's next permanent manager.
Dec 8, 19:51
![General view outside Arsenal's Emirates Stadium on August 12, 2018 General view outside Arsenal's Emirates Stadium on August 12, 2018](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Arsenal 'narrow down search for new manager'
Arsenal narrow down their search for a replacement for Unai Emery after conducting preliminary interviews, according to a report.
Dec 5, 23:18
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Arsenal chiefs 'cornered Unai Emery in tunnel after Southampton draw'
Unai Emery is reportedly cornered by Arsenal owners Raul Sanllehi and Edu following the club's 2-2 draw with Southampton on Saturday.
Nov 26, 13:31
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Arsenal 'fear top stars will leave if Unai Emery stays'
Members of the Arsenal hierarchy reportedly fear that Alexandre Lacazette and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will leave the club if Unai Emery continues as manager.
Nov 26, 09:51
![Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino reacts on November 9, 2019 Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino reacts on November 9, 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Mauricio Pochettino 'leading candidate to replace Unai Emery at Arsenal'
Former Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino leads a three-man shortlist of candidates that could replace Unai Emery at Arsenal, according to a report.
Nov 24, 19:54
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Sir Chips Keswick 'considering Arsenal future'
Arsenal chairman Sir Chips Keswick is considering his future with the club after their 2-2 draw with Southampton at the weekend, according to a report.
Nov 24, 19:39
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Arsenal chiefs 'have no plans to sack Unai Emery'
Arsenal allegedly have no plans to sack manager Unai Emery, despite the club's continued poor form in the Premier League.
Nov 24, 12:14
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Arsenal chiefs '100% behind Unai Emery'
Unai Emery's position as head coach of Arsenal is not under threat despite the team's struggles, according to a report.
Nov 10, 14:12
![Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior in action with Levante's Moses Simon in La Liga on February 24, 2019 Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior in action with Levante's Moses Simon in La Liga on February 24, 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Arsenal 'contacted Real Madrid over Vinicius Junior move'
Arsenal contacted Real Madrid during the summer to enquire about Vinicius Junior, according to a report.
Sep 4, 18:43
![Alexander Lacazette celebrates his goal against Newcastle United with Arsenal teammate Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang on April 4, 2019 Alexander Lacazette celebrates his goal against Newcastle United with Arsenal teammate Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang on April 4, 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Unai Emery confirms talks with Alexandre Lacazette, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
Arsenal boss Unai Emery confirms that the club are in talks with strikers Alexandre Lacazette and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang over new contracts.
Aug 17, 13:07
![Edu pictured in May 2019 Edu pictured in May 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Edu: Arsenal must "build a good mentality"
The Gunners are again preparing for life outside the Champions League.
Jul 20, 11:38
![Everton celebrates scoring Brazil's third goal against Peru in the Copa America group clash on June 22, 2019 Everton celebrates scoring Brazil's third goal against Peru in the Copa America group clash on June 22, 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Arsenal 'open talks with Brazil international Everton Soares'
Arsenal reportedly open talks with Copa America Golden Boot winner Everton Soares, who has also been linked with Manchester United and Manchester City.
Jul 14, 12:38
![Edu pictured in May 2019 Edu pictured in May 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Arsenal appoint former player Edu as first technical director
The 41-year-old played under Arsenal manager Unai Emery at Valencia.
Jul 9, 17:50
![Unai Emery leads Arsenal training on May 1, 2019 Unai Emery leads Arsenal training on May 1, 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Incoming Arsenal chief Edu 'secures services of Gabriel Martinelli'
Arsenal have reached an agreement to sign striker Gabriel Martinelli from Ituano thanks to the work of incoming technical director Edu, according to a report.
Jun 2, 14:30
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Arsenal 'poised to confirm appointment of Edu as new technical director'
A report claims that former Arsenal midfielder Edu is to return to the club as their new technical director once his contract with the Brazil national side expires.
May 8, 18:59
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Arsenal line up former midfielder Edu to become technical director?
Former Arsenal midfielder Edu, currently employed by the Brazilian FA, is reportedly in line to become the Gunners' new technical director.
Apr 21, 23:58
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Arsenal to make second approach for Edu?
Arsenal are reportedly ready to make a second bid to appoint former midfielder Edu as the club's new technical director.
Apr 6, 13:37
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Thierry Henry: 'Mesut Ozil does not do enough'
Former Arsenal captain Thierry Henry says that under-fire Mesut Ozil 'does not do enough on a daily basis'.
Apr 3, 20:22
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Edu: 'Alexis Sanchez is Arsenal's best player'
Edu believes that Alexis Sanchez is Arsenal's best player this season and is 'not surprised' that the Chilean has adapted to the Premier League so quickly.
Mar 3, 08:13
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On this day: Grimsby Town stun Liverpool at Anfield
On this day in 2001, Grimsby Town overturn an extra-time deficit to beat Liverpool 2-1 at Anfield in the League Cup.
Oct 9, 11:04
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Premier League weekend: Five talking points
Sports Mole picks out five of the biggest talking points to come from the opening weekend of Premier League action.
Aug 19, 16:55
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On this day: News leaks of Sir Alex Ferguson, David Beckham boot altercation
Eleven years ago today, news started to break that a stray boot kicked by Sir Alex Ferguson struck David Beckham just above his left eye.
Feb 16, 09:57
![Schalke forward Edu, in action against Man Utd on May 4, 2011 Schalke forward Edu, in action against Man Utd on May 4, 2011](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Edu leaves Schalke 04 for Liaoning Whowin
Edu moves to Chinese club Liaoning Whowin after requesting for his contract to be terminated by Schalke 04.
Feb 28, 16:58
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Greuther Furth slip to bottom of Bundesliga
Despite drawing 1-1 with Werder Bremen at home, Greuther Furth slip to the foot of the Bundesliga table with just six points from nine matches.
Oct 27, 17:21
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Team News: Greuther Furth vs. Hamburg
Petr Jiracek returns to the Hamburg starting lineup at Greuther Furth this afternoon.
Oct 6, 14:27
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Corinthians planning fresh bid for Carlos Tevez
Edu confirms that Corinthians will hold new talks to sign Carlos Tevez from Man City.
Oct 10, 10:22
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Corinthians have 'no interest' in pursuing Carlos Tevez
Corinthians say they have "no plans" to submit a new bid for Carlos Tevez to Man City.
Oct 7, 13:23