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30 Aug 2024 18:19:21
According to one news outlet we have passed up on Sterling and Coman both.
If that's true then we go with what we got
COYG.
1.) 30 Aug 2024 19:56:56
Apparently we're back in talks for sterling.
2.) 30 Aug 2024 21:12:27
Apparently so Bristow mate.
3.) 30 Aug 2024 23:38:13
Taking their time ain't they haha.
23 Aug 2024 18:23:27
Fabio going back to Porto on loan
Surprised tbh.
1.) 23 Aug 2024 19:18:58
That came out of the blue HB!
2.) 23 Aug 2024 19:46:09
Yes it did Sally
Hope he returns to us, think there is a very good footballer in there somewhere.
3.) 23 Aug 2024 20:58:08
I think it's a great move, he needs to be playing to get his confidence back and couldn't ask for a better place than somewhere he's familiar.
He's barely going to play here to build any confidence or rhythm here.
Nwaneri may even have gone above him in terms of who would get any available minutes for a run out.
Hopefully it goes well for him.
4.) 24 Aug 2024 08:41:33
I agree, this is a win-win-win. He's getting regular game time at an age where it's make or break, he frees up space for Nwaneri, and he probably improves his stock if we choose to sell next year.
04 Jun 2024 12:45:11
Hello everyone.
Would like to ask the Eds about our striking options.
Sesko, Osminhen, Rashford, Isak. Toney
They are main ones being linked.
If it came down to personal choice who would be their choice and why.
Have not seen hard anything of Sesko or Osimhen, so out of the other 3 my choice would be Isak
My thanks in advance.
{Ed002's Note - I have already answered about Osimhen and Sesko today.
Marcus Rashford (LW/F) Much will depend on what happens in the summer regarding a new coach, but I am sure Manchester United will be regretting the new long-term contract. A third-party has spoken to clubs, including Juventus and Arsenal about him on behalf of Manchester United, but I am not aware of any serious interest and both clubs have other targets. Spurs may offer a wildcard solution to replace Richarlison. Suggestion that he could be a Mbappe replacement at PSG seem far-fetched given they have other clear targets in mind.
Alexander Isak (S) Newcastle have no intention of selling Isak and will let Bruno Guimaraes be sold.
Ivan Toney (S) Brentford do not want to sell but are aware Toney may look to move up a step and will reluctantly look to perhaps £70M as a sale price in the summer - but will likely not get anything close to that. Newcastle, if they can sell their project to him, offer the chance of a return to the club who previously could find no use for him in the three years he was there - but that would only be in the most unlikely event they lose Isak. Arsenal, Leeds, Manchester United, Spurs, Chelsea and West Ham have all sent scouts on more than one occasion to watch him prior to his ban, but Chelsea and Spurs have preferred options meaning West Ham, Arsenal or Manchester United are likely best placed to complete a transfer. First choice for Arsenal.}
1.) 04 Jun 2024 13:09:42
Thanks Ed mate
In depth as always.
2.) 05 Jun 2024 13:15:29
Arsenal have moved on from Toney. Sesko is priority it seems.
{Ed002's Note - What if Sesko signs for one of the other interested sides?}
3.) 05 Jun 2024 22:10:32
Then we move onto the next option but there is no way he chooses Chelsea or UTD over Arsenal. Chelsea are a shambles of a club.
4.) 07 Jun 2024 10:30:08
Money talks mate if they offer more wages then arsenal he might join them.
5.) 07 Jun 2024 16:53:46
A shambles of a club? We took 2 years off to rebuild after the sanctions and sale of the club. Hopefully coming together now and looking forward to giving you lot a challenge next season. In peace.
6.) 08 Jun 2024 21:40:51
Chelsea have quickly turned in Tottenham unless they get their act together and get world class manager they ain't winning anything.
7.) 09 Jun 2024 08:16:02
Ed002 is sesko going to chelsea then? And what is stopping us doing the toney deal now? He has a year left and a deal should be pretty straightforward i would guess? Thanks.
{Ed002's Note - Benjamin Sesko (S/F) RBL could be offered a quick profit. His agent has not stopped offering the player around since his move to RBL. Described by a well known ex-Premier League player and high-end scout as "raw but improving". Was on the list for Spurs as a potential Kane replacement but their interest has moved on to another player that they are now pushing for. Newcastle enquired as they were concerned they will lose Isak - but continue to struggle to sell their project to players and will look to keep hold of Isak over Guimaraes. They can now be discounted. Borussia Dortmund offer a wildcard solution. Chelsea have spoken with his agent when they had a preferred option, do not discount them as he is now likely their first choice. Arsenal have met with his agent but he appears to only be second choice for them still. Milan offer an option as a potential Giroud replacement and they are looking at adding two strikers this coming summer, but they are resigned to not signing Sesko and are looking to another now. A option for Manchester United who need to replace Anthony Martial this summer - but Sesko will not move to simply be cover so that needs to be clarified. Does not want to move to Saudi Arabia but is on Michael Emenalo's list. The release clause will be be €65M until June 30 after which his cost will go up - but RBL want an answer before the Euros begin so they can secure their preferred replacement. Chelsea would look to a deal on the cusp of the year end with the fee not paid before July 1 unless they are pushed.
There is nothing stopping Arsenal making an offer for Toney.}
21 May 2024 10:19:50
Hello Ed
Have Arsenal shown a interest in Brian Brobbey of Ajax
Much appreciate your insight.
{Ed002's Note - Brian Brobbey (S) Everton interest remains but so does their financial plight. Manchester United interest will go with ten Hag. A wildcard would be Arsenal. Ajax will not want to sell.}
1.) 21 May 2024 13:31:38
Cheers Ed
Much appreciated.
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12 Feb 2025 09:14:36
When I am leaping about the living room after we have scored or won my wife calls me a fruitcake but when I am hiding behind the settee when I can't handle it my wife calls me a snowflake.
Not being sarcastic but just trying to bring a little laughter to a argument which is getting tetchy
Take care everyone.
1.) 12 Feb 2025 09:27:24
Why does everyone keep saying it’s an argument lol just because two people disagree doesn’t mean it’s an argument, Ed thinks one way I think another, it’s just a difference of opinions that’s it, I didn’t mean any disrespect to Ed 1 as I think he’s a sound guy and is always fair, and if I upset Ed in anyway I’ll apologise now sorry Ed, but in no way was I having an argument with him! Too many snowflakes thinking it’s an argument ( that’s a joke before anyone gets offended lol) ahhahahah.
2.) 12 Feb 2025 09:51:56
Imagine what she'd call you if we actually won the league
Or a cup of some description.
#COYG.
3.) 12 Feb 2025 11:38:18
I dread to think Sharpy????.
02 Feb 2025 21:17:43
Skellys goal celebration ??????????❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤.
1.) 02 Feb 2025 23:22:01
A phrase I use very sparingly Bil
Class on grass ???.
02 Feb 2025 18:42:21
Obviously the dark arts at play.
Erling stay humble.
1.) 02 Feb 2025 19:03:08
It's the voodoo that we do do.
12 Jan 2025 19:28:16
I posted just after Christmas that we had 9 games to play in January and by the end of that month what we could and can't win we be a lot clearer.
4 games gone
1 win
1 draw
2 losses.
Out of the Fa Cup and I cannot see if if had a few pints of Guinness us turning around the 2 nil deficit against Newcastle.
Spuds/ Villa at home in the league and Wolves away 3 very very tough games. So no improvement in form could see us needing snookers to win the league.
Zagreb at home
Girona away and I think we could afford to lose 1 of them and still be in the top 8 or at worst doing one of the play off ties. Now you probably know all this anyway but knowing how we faff about with transfers those games could well have been played before we buy a striker if we are actually in the market for one that is.
So if January is a meltdown month what do we do Gooners.
Has Mikel done enough to see the season out regroup and go again next season/ see the season out and bring in a new coach in the summer or get rid of him if it is meltdown January.
I know a lot of us Gooners are sitting on the fence with this one me included, but if it is worst case scenario I personally think we should get rid off as soon as.
Don't get we wrong I want Mikel to turn this around but as optimistic as I try to be I have serious doubts.
Take care everyone.
1.) 12 Jan 2025 21:30:47
We're 2nd in the league and highly likely to quality top 8 champions league, and you think we should sack the manager in the middle of the season with absolutely noone lined up to replace him?
When did everyone on this page abandon reason for madness?
2.) 12 Jan 2025 21:35:13
It's not madness in my book.
It's just my thoughts.
Perhaps I won't post anymore.
{Ed025's Note - Bill take no notice of what other people think mate, you have your own ideas and views and thats what this site is all about, i happen to agree on quite a few of the things you say actually and you are not a sheep so just ignore people who try to put your views down, i think you are a very good poster and always show courtesy and respect to others and if more were like you the site would be a better place to visit my friend, in the words of Shakespeare...F*** them..
3.) 12 Jan 2025 21:48:49
Thanks Ed mate
Appreciate the post
Take care.
{Ed025's Note - look after yourself Bill mate..
4.) 12 Jan 2025 21:51:53
Sorry Bill I have a penchant for the dramatic.
But the rest is a serious question as, even if you've had enough of him, I can't see what good firing him mid season without a plan or a replacement would be?
5.) 12 Jan 2025 22:28:37
Hi Bill you are a really good bloke and so is SW, you are both just feeling different emotions right now and seeing things differently right now " morning mind is wiser than evening mind "
Let the dust settle and reevaluate in a day or so. Please don't stop posting mate.
6.) 12 Jan 2025 23:03:09
HB, it’s a very good question and the board better be asking it. The board was just as responsible for Wenger’s downfall as the great man himself. He needed to be questioned and pushed to do better but board was cheap and happy with Top 4, selling best players and not competing….
I don’t think sacking him now is a good idea but he needs a chat. He’s had a tough year. Brought a lot on himself and had some horrendous buys. The Trust The process gang won’t like that just because he’s our manager and come 2nd twice. That’s impressive as was some of the football. However, the team bottled it as did Arteta. 2nd or 3rd - who cares as no one remembers.
His review :
Results - 1 trophy and improved the team plus quicker than expected. 2nd place but failed to kick on. Exceeds requirements last year
Tactics - requires improvements
Signings - requires Improvements
Mentality of team - requires improvements
Forward thinking - requires improvements
Decision making - requires improvements
Address poor performances - requires improvements
Nice guy who loves club - exceeds requirements
Overall - you have had a tough year so far. You have not addressed the glaring holes in the squad, the lack of winning mentality and performances are suffering. The team lacks confidence ( perhaps in you ) and I cannot see how you are trying to improve our performances. Even after halftime team talks - no difference. I’m beginning to feel you don’t want to win and aren’t prepared to make the tough decisions at the club to drive chsnge. We are a big team and must succeed - you have come close but couldn’t get it done twice. Both times your decision making was in question. This year, I’m not seeing you address it agsin - nothing. I do feel it’s unfair to judge right now with injuries etc but consider this a final warning and start driving change. We have backed you in the transfer market and now expect you to address the team performances first and ultimatly the trophy cabinet. Good luck and thank you.
12 Jan 2025 18:01:27
Tbh same as Tuesday night.
Newcastle and Utd took their chances when they had them then defended very well.
Not for the first time this season the visiting teams goalie plays a blinder.
We created chances but did not take them. We need a striker badly but who knows what Mikel has got planned.
Thought Sterling looked lively and looked like he was willing to take players on.
1.) 12 Jan 2025 18:07:55
Definitely need to mix things up Highbury.
2.) 12 Jan 2025 18:33:57
Last season and earlier this season we were very very tight at the back vut the more our attack fails to create and take chances the more the team loses shape. Ode and Rice are struggling for form and we are better when Saka and Ben White are available.
3.) 12 Jan 2025 19:25:24
What position did Rice excel at when at West ham
Are we playing him in a different position?
4.) 12 Jan 2025 19:58:38
He excelled for Arsenal last season mate.
5.) 12 Jan 2025 21:03:05
I think rice best positions is just in front of the back four breaking up play and using the ball… think arteta is trying to turn him into xhaka how he played the last season for us.
30 Aug 2024 21:12:27
Apparently so Bristow mate.
23 Aug 2024 19:46:09
Yes it did Sally
Hope he returns to us, think there is a very good footballer in there somewhere.
09 Jul 2024 09:18:07
Hello Stevie mate, no i haven't seen anything. We all due respect to Eddie i could not see Barcelona showing any interest in him.
08 Jul 2024 06:25:11
Both wrong, its Stefan Malz or Alberto Mendez.
20 Jun 2024 19:39:44
Cheers Sammy mate ??.
12 Feb 2025 12:54:59
Story I read that he came home from Dubai and had the scan and has ruled him out for the season.
If it's true it's a massive lost.
12 Feb 2025 11:38:18
I dread to think Sharpy????.
07 Feb 2025 07:40:51
Same here John mate.
06 Feb 2025 20:43:14
My wife stopped going to the Arsenal after The Dennis retired. Last game she went was his testimonial against Ajax at the first game at the Emirates.
I know what he is driving at because I was bought up about a mile from White Hart Lane but my first ever professional game I saw was Arsenal way back in 1964 and that's where I felt I belonged.
05 Feb 2025 21:23:58
For me John it's one of 3 things
1/ Bollocks
2/ All Bollocks
3/ All load of Bollocks.