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05 May 2022 10:37:26
Hi Eds,

do you know of any players who will become free agents in the summer that we have interest in? Quite a decent list of freebies i'd definitely look towards for squad depth

Cheers.

Colney Bandit

{Ed002's Note - There has been Arsenal interest in Andre Onana, Sergi Roberto and Noussair Mazraoui but none will be joining the club.}


 

 

09 Nov 2021 14:37:05
Hi Ed,

I'm unsure on the ins and outs of his loan deal to Marseille but is there any chance that Guendouzi stays with us next season? or is his deal with Marseille an obligation to buy? Thanks.

Colney Bandit

{Ed002's Note - Guendouzi won't be returning to Arsenal. Marseille has an obligation to buy the player when a couple of conditions has been met. They may well the have the opportunity to sell him on immediately, but are not looking to do that.}


 

 

25 Aug 2021 10:57:28
Hi ed,

perhaps a big ask here and expecting you to say you may not know the answer to most of them, but do you reckon the following players will be sold by the end of the window:

Nketiah
AMN
Nelson
Bellerin
Willian
Elneny

thanks.

Colney Bandit

{Ed002's Note - I have given you a list of players the club are willing to sell. All of these players are on that list and there is interest in all of them.}


 

 

05 Aug 2021 14:03:08
Hi Ed,

is there any truth to the rumours that we have agreed to sell Willock to Newcastle for 25m?

thanks.

Colney Bandit

{Ed002's Note - I am not aware of ny agreement but Newcastle are keen and Arsenal are happy to let him leave. Also offered to Leicester and part of a deal for JM.}


1.) 05 Aug 2021 17:20:00
I've read it is Willock holding it up as he isn't sure he wants to leave Arsenal permanently after being here so long. Can't be an easy deciaion for the kid if he still feels he has a chance to make it with us.


2.) 05 Aug 2021 20:05:42
It’s absolutely bananas!
We’re looking to sign an attacking midfielder that also chucks his weight of goals in and won’t hold-up the development of ESR, Willock is the perfect candidate with his stellar loan performances proving his eye for goals.
And he’s Arsenal DNA already 🤷🏼‍♂️
The decision making at the club really is baffling.


3.) 05 Aug 2021 20:23:49
Jegooner I am a fan of willock but i do feel he would be a gamble to be relied on. No comparison with him and maddison. Also ESR is still only developing as you say.


4.) 05 Aug 2021 20:26:40
I agree with Jegooner, we should give him a chance to prove himself before spending stupidly.


5.) 05 Aug 2021 20:55:46
For some reason people don't understand that we HAVE to sell players. If we get offered 25m for Joe Willock we cannot turn it down. I'd hate to see him leave but 25m is a good fee and we need it. Somehow we need to raise a significant amount of money by attempting to sell players that nobody wants and its no easy task and we're struggling.
Willock 25m, AMN 20m, Bellerin 18m, Nketiah 20m, these are probably the players that we have the best chance of moving on now so if offers come we've got to consider them.
Hopefully Kolasinac, Torreira and Elneny move on too 🤦🏻‍♂️.


6.) 05 Aug 2021 22:16:25
Codza surely tho the best way to develop him is to start him every game he’s fit for, Willock would be adequate cover he’s shown that. Buying Maddison would only dislodge ESR and his development in my opinion.

Glenn mate surely that doesn’t make sense to you tho, selling a AM because you need money to buy another for double the price? Like I said above also dislodging ESR.

Maybe I’m putting to much on Emile but for me he’s in my first 11 every game he’s fit for.


7.) 06 Aug 2021 08:44:27
I do think it's bonkers that we would pay so much for one player when we have others in the squad already yes. However, we have to sell regardless of whether anyone else or not. We have to be realistic when it comes to player sales and if they offer 25m for Willock then surely we have to take in to consideration? We have so many players on our books crazy.

Willock has always been a 'there or thereabouts' player for me and could probably be compared to Iwobi. Good player but never going to light up the world at Arsenal. Nketiah is the same.

We have a lot of very good youngsters but only a few will really do the business at the very top level. Saka managed it and Azeez and Charlie Patino will follow.


8.) 06 Aug 2021 09:13:59
As for ESR, he oozes class and the occasion never gets the better of him. He gave our team a much needed lift and takes everything in his stride. He deserves his place and will be mainstay this season for sure.


 

 

02 Jul 2021 09:41:04
Hi Ed,

with growing rumours of Locatelli, Lokonga etc in the past couple of weeks, just wanted to ask whether Bissouma remains an option? Are we still interested in him or is he viewed as an alternative to others? Thanks.

Colney Bandit

{Ed002's Note - They are very different players. Locatelli is very much a more defensive player than the others and would be a replacement for the three more defensive midfield players Arsenal are looking to sell. Lokonga would be much cheaper and certainly one for the future and it is a transfer that the club should be able to complete. Bissouma offers more than both and that will be reflected in his price and interest of others - not least Liverpool.}


1.) 03 Jul 2021 23:50:12
Locatelli more defensive than Bissouma? Not sure about that, chief.


 

 

 

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02 Sep 2022 12:15:27
What does everyone rate this window then out of 10? i'm going with a 7 - brought in some great players who massively improve both our first XI and squad, and got rid of pretty much all of the deadwood, whilst loaning out some of the younger players who appear to be smashing it at their loan clubs (ala Tavares, Patino, Balogun) . Shame we couldn't bring in another top right winger like Neto to rotate with Saka but can't have it all.

I see a lot of people complaining on twitter (even #EduOut trending) because we didn't sign a DM, but I don't see the logic in forking out 20m+ on a player who will be available to start literally 2-3 games prior to Elneny and Partey returning. That's also assuming they'd be up to scratch with our style of play!

I'm very happy with the squad we have now and seeing as we didn't sign anyone at the end, I'm presuming we will evaluate where we need to strengthen most between now - Jan and look to bring in a top player in the Jan window (hopefully learnt from our mistakes last year)

Colney Bandit

1.) 02 Sep 2022 12:29:21
Colney, for me, we've had a top top window for all the reasons you've mentioned.

For me though this is a 10/ 10 window because for the first time in a long time, we seem to have addressed real issues with the squad. We did our business early and allowed new incomings to get up to speed.

COYG!

{Ed014's Note - Marquinhos has to be the one to rotate with Saka, looking forward to him and Vieira making the debuts.

Agree though, a great window.


2.) 02 Sep 2022 12:44:40
Agreed RS, doing business early has been absolutely pivotal in our 100% streak so far, establishing pretty much our first team squad weeks before the PL started. I also love how we in the past 2 years we have signed PL-proven players, so you know exactly what you are going to get with your money.

Reason it wasn't a 10 for me was for two reasons:

-Didn't bring in a top RW to compete with Saka (but yes, as Ed014 has said, I'm excited to see Marquinhos there and I expect Vieira to get minutes there)

-Could've maybe done better in getting higher fees for some players/ selling those we clearly do not want as to loaning them with options etc

-Also really hoping Saliba and Saka sign contract extensions sooner rather than later.


3.) 02 Sep 2022 13:05:29
Very pleased with the window, obviously would have liked a wide man but all in all a very good window. Like just stated looking forward to seeing Vieira and Marquinhos get their chance.

I know Elney is a long absentee but hopefully TP, Ode and Zin are slight knocks and will be back soon. Every team no matter how good you are needs the rub of the green when it comes to injuries, hopefully we will get that.


4.) 02 Sep 2022 13:20:30
And whatever the management team and backroom staff are doing with this group of boys (because let's not forget, they're almost all young lads) , is fantastic.

I'm not getting carried away. I know we'll lose games. I'll stay true to what I've always said: I don't mind us losing as long as the players have actually made an effort.

These lads are all putting in an effort, in every game I've watched so far. Saka is off the boil, but you saw a little more of him against Villa.

Did anyone think Xhaka could be as good as he's been? For all the years we've all scratched our heads wondering how he kept making the starting 11, we'd miss him if he wasn't on now.

Something's in the water at Arsenal!

#colourmeimpressed.


5.) 02 Sep 2022 14:07:43
9/ 10 for and a vast improvement on the 0/ 10 days of 'so and so is like a new signing" hog wash.

I personally think it's a bit like Christmas and we should be happy about all the goodies we did get rather than focus on the things we would have liked but didn't get ?.


6.) 02 Sep 2022 15:43:52
At the start of the transfer window I thought a new CM to replace Xhaka was an absolute must alongside a new striker, but right now he is currently undroppable! Never thought he'd be so much better in a more advanced position, in fact I actually thought he'd be far less effective.


7.) 02 Sep 2022 22:48:55
Agree 100% with all the comments, it’s a 9 out of 10 at least, and thankfully we didn’t spoil it by making a silly panic signing on the last day. Let’s keep our powder dry until we have the funds to sign players who make a difference from day one, and not as in the past, who have been signed to try a fill a temporary gap. TP already has cover of Elneny and Lokonga, and it’s time for the latter to step up and prove his worth. Let’s be fair, how would it have been for his confidence if the minute he needs to play, we go out and sign someone else.


8.) 03 Sep 2022 09:10:49
I'm saying 9/ 10 wanted to see a dm come in and a gironde type of striker as a different type of style if our style is not working.


9.) 03 Sep 2022 10:28:47
Now you are where I'm at SB. I would definitely would have love to see a Giroud type of striker come even more than a DM. I believe Jesus can play anywhere across the front three, so very flexible. Martinelli and Saka are capable on either flank, so more flexibility.

I my eyes Nketiah is technically a better no. 9 than Jesus, but the latter is a better all-round football and likely will score more goals. However, did you notice Nketiah intelligence in the few minutes he can on? Would love to see him get more game time. Can only wait on see if he starts the EL games.

So yes a big no. 9 would be ideal and could prove necessary in the 2nd half of the season. Have those left available maybe Ivan Toney, but seems he has just pass the recruitment age threshold, but the process must have flexibility.

I am starting to feel less embarrassed now for sticking by Xhaka all these years. The guy just lack pace but he's got heart in abundance. There's no chance that all of a sudden become a better player at this stage - age/ career. He still could show more confidence and use his left/ weapon more.

Oh, did anyone notice how Tierney was lacking for pace? Let's hope he gets back to top form.

Still ABBA! The great reset! ??.


10.) 03 Sep 2022 12:39:36
Yeah I think we have a good season fir how we play not sure on top 4 yet tho as injuries could come in to. play but a lot better brand of footy to watch.


11.) 03 Sep 2022 17:22:00
Hi Stephen absolutely nothing is decided yet mate I agree but we could hardly have done anything more than we have so far to give ourselves the best chance possible ?.


12.) 04 Sep 2022 08:56:55
Yeah I agree mate the real test today I been keeping my eye on that Cameron archer from villa he looks a great little finisher reminds me of an Ian Wright type of player.


 

 

07 Aug 2022 14:06:16
I'm presuming we won't be looking to buy a no. 6 as a back-up for Partey, but what would people think about Ben White stepping into the role? I think he has the tools to be a great 6, just not sure whether he would have the ability to beat the high press with dribbling (like Partey can) . I think it'd be worth giving him a go in that position in EL/ league cup to see (and making sure we don't overplay Partey) when Tomi is back to full fitness and at RB.

Colney Bandit

{Ed001's Note - he did play there a number of times for Leeds and Brighton.}


1.) 07 Aug 2022 18:09:13
I just don’t think White is good enough to command a first team spot, especially in a team aiming top 4 upwards . He’s at the level of chambers IMO.


2.) 07 Aug 2022 21:12:04
I can certainly see him as a defensive midfielder, mooted it a few time in my Arsenal WhatsApp group. I think he has more potential there than at CB.


3.) 07 Aug 2022 22:44:25
I think as Banbury has said, he really hasn’t shown himself to be any better than Chambers so far, who also could play RB, CD and as a defensive midfielder, and all bang averagely. Still, the manager sees something in him that we all don’t, and supposedly he can distribute the ball well, which although currently unproven, if is true, would serve him well in the DM role. I do also like having some taller players in the team. Last year we were poor at corners, but suddenly, having White, Saliba, Gabriel and perhaps TP in the same team, we suddenly have 4 players all capable of making a nuisance, and we would look a force at dead ball crosses.


4.) 08 Aug 2022 01:35:20
That's harsh Ox. White is several steps above Handsome Cal both with the ball at his feet and his ability to deal with players running at him.

I agree I'd like to see what he can do in the 6 role. Arteta is a Pep disciple, and Pep is a master at using that kind of flexibility.


5.) 08 Aug 2022 10:21:14
Poor at corners last year?

Didn't we have the best record for goals conceded and the 3rd best goals scored from corners?

whilst not perfect at all, it was a new defense last season and I thought that we were hugely improved at the back last season, and a big part of that is what White. i'm sure the price tag will have a influence on peoples opinion of him as he cist so much more than our other defenders and i get that but i really do feel that we have 3 BD that are all pretty much at the same level (admittedly I have not seen huge amounts of Saliba)


6.) 08 Aug 2022 10:26:04
White made the highest number of challenges in the Premier league on Friday, perhaps a lot of his work goes unnoticed?


7.) 08 Aug 2022 10:45:20
I have to disagree with those saying he isn't an upgrade on chambers as I think his reading of the game is much better, and in general is a lot more comfortable on the ball and in 1v1s. He also has a bit of the dark arts about him like knowing when to tactically foul (e. g shirt tug vs zaha when he knew he wouldn't beat him in a race) . I just think he'd be a good option as the lone 6 in case Partey isn't playing. My fear is that if Partey doesn't play then we don't have a lone 6 in our midfield currently that can really progress the ball when playing out from the back and beat the press. As great as Elneny was last season when he stepped in, he's only effective out of possession - he isn't a progressive passer at all and having a progressive 6 is so key to MAs playstyle. I think White could do a good job in that role if given some game time there in the cup games as I said.


 

 

16 May 2022 14:45:39
If money and (potential lack of) champions league wasn't an issue, who would you guys rather have out of Neves or Tielemans?

I'd personally go Neves as I think we need more a 6 as to another 8, Partey-Neves-Ode looks a lot more balanced than Partey-Tielemans-Ode.

Colney Bandit

1.) 16 May 2022 18:07:32
Can I pick bissouma?


 

 

18 Oct 2021 09:31:50
Will anyone be attending the game tonight? It'll be my first game since about 2014, absolutely buzzing especially for the return of Viera! Going to get fairly drunk pre-game to give me the confidence to launch my new ESR song:

"Hes magic, you knowww, our number 10 Emile Smith Rowee"

Remember this post when its a famous chant!

Colney Bandit

1.) 19 Oct 2021 13:12:03
With creativity like that i'm sure you can do something with Lokonga to the 'C'mon and do the Conga' tune?


 

 

06 Jul 2021 11:20:50
Hi Ed,

is there any more news regarding Daniel Ek looking to take over the club? Do you know if he still retains interest despite his bids being knocked back? thanks.

Colney Bandit

{Ed002's Note - He is interested but there is nothing new at this time.}


1.) 06 Jul 2021 12:38:38
He needs to increase his bid dramatically if the yanks are to show an interest.


 

 

 

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07 Oct 2021 11:07:10
Hi Ed,

any idea of exactly who is showing interest in him? I'd hope with 4 years left on his contract, if he were to sadly leave, we should be asking for at least 80m for him!

Colney Bandit

{Ed002's Note - Bukayo Saka (LM/LW) Atletico have enquired after his availability and Juventus have have declared an interest.}


 

 

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09 Aug 2021 13:54:50
I personally think we take the money. Yes he scored goals for Newcastle but he thrived in a completely different system to the one we want to play. he scored goals mainly coming from counter attacks whereas its clear arteta wants us to dominate possession and pin back teams - in these situations Willock won't have the space and time to score the types of goal he has for Newcastle. I personally don't think he's good enough on the ball/ creative enough to play #10 for us, and equally I don't think he's solid enough defensively to play in the double pivot (would also be a waste of his ability in front of goal) so imo best thing to do is sell him and reinvest that into a midfielder who suits our play style a lot more.

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02 Jun 2021 12:24:56
Hi Ed, are there any clubs that are showing concrete interest in Bellerin? I would've thought PSG and Barcelona would be good fits but looks like they're going for Hakimi and Emerson respectively. thanks.

Colney Bandit

{Ed002's Note - Hector Bellerin (RB) Real Betis would like Bellerin to replace Emerson. Villareal may just offer an option.}


 

 

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27 May 2021 16:42:46
Hi Ed,

Weren't we interested in Kokcu last summer when he only had a year left on his contract, but he since signed a contract extension? Any idea on how much Feyenoord would be demanding for him? thanks.

Colney Bandit

{Ed002's Note - Yes, the interest is sustained. They don't want to sell and would perhaps look to €20M.}


 

 

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26 May 2021 13:47:14
Thanks ed really appreciate it. I've always felt that the fullback position is the easiest for youth players to transition into the first team, very surprised that the last youth player fullback for actually made the first team was Bellerin in 2014/ 2015 (at least I think he's the last player to have done so - excluding AMN as I see him as a CM)

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02 Sep 2022 15:43:52
At the start of the transfer window I thought a new CM to replace Xhaka was an absolute must alongside a new striker, but right now he is currently undroppable! Never thought he'd be so much better in a more advanced position, in fact I actually thought he'd be far less effective.

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02 Sep 2022 12:44:40
Agreed RS, doing business early has been absolutely pivotal in our 100% streak so far, establishing pretty much our first team squad weeks before the PL started. I also love how we in the past 2 years we have signed PL-proven players, so you know exactly what you are going to get with your money.

Reason it wasn't a 10 for me was for two reasons:

-Didn't bring in a top RW to compete with Saka (but yes, as Ed014 has said, I'm excited to see Marquinhos there and I expect Vieira to get minutes there)

-Could've maybe done better in getting higher fees for some players/ selling those we clearly do not want as to loaning them with options etc

-Also really hoping Saliba and Saka sign contract extensions sooner rather than later.

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08 Aug 2022 10:45:20
I have to disagree with those saying he isn't an upgrade on chambers as I think his reading of the game is much better, and in general is a lot more comfortable on the ball and in 1v1s. He also has a bit of the dark arts about him like knowing when to tactically foul (e. g shirt tug vs zaha when he knew he wouldn't beat him in a race) . I just think he'd be a good option as the lone 6 in case Partey isn't playing. My fear is that if Partey doesn't play then we don't have a lone 6 in our midfield currently that can really progress the ball when playing out from the back and beat the press. As great as Elneny was last season when he stepped in, he's only effective out of possession - he isn't a progressive passer at all and having a progressive 6 is so key to MAs playstyle. I think White could do a good job in that role if given some game time there in the cup games as I said.

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08 Jul 2022 15:14:20
I think he will do well but provided he is being brought in to play as an 8 and not relied upon for defensive duties. I think joining a new club will inject a new lease of life into him too. 25-30m for a premier league proven CM who has the skillset to fit into what Arteta is trying to create seems extremely low risk, and as others have said, he is definitely an upgrade on our other CMs.

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29 Jun 2022 08:48:19
Agree with some of the above posts, yes it seems like a bit of a blow but 65m for a player who would rather be elsewhere? Also the only way we would get him over Chelsea (if we were to match the bid) is if we offered a much higher salary. Would rather try and get Gnabry back for around half the price.

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