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      Arsenal signing Jorginho’s girlfriend Catherine Harding is former Voice UK contestant who has a child with Jude Law

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      JORGINHO completed a £12million deadline day move from Chelsea to Arsenal.The move came somewhat out of left-field after the Gunners gave up on Moises Caicedo, having been priced out by Brighton.
      Jorginho is currently dating ex-Voice UK singer Catherine HardingCredit: @cat_cavelli
      The couple have been together for around three yearsCredit: @cat_cavelli
      Jorginho and Catherine welcomed their first child together, son Jax, in 2020 with the singer’s daughter, Ada, fathered by Jude LawCredit: @cat_cavelli
      Catherine Harding featured on The Voice UK in 2020 under the name Cat CavelliCredit: @cat_cavelli
      Catherine shares plenty of updates on her and Jorginho on InstagramCredit: @cat_cavelli
      Catherine was briefly in a relationship with Jude Law, with the pair welcoming daughter Ada to the world in 2015Credit: Rex
      But while Gunners fans will know exactly what to expect from Jorginho on the pitch, they might be surprised to hear about his family life.
      Jorginho is currently dating Catherine Harding.
      And if you recognise her, there’s probably a reason for that.
      The Irish-born singer, 32, appeared on the 2020 edition of The Voice UK – under the name Cat Cavelli.
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      She was mentored by Olly Murs on the hit BBC show as she reached the knockouts round – but failed to win.
      But even before that, she was something of a celebrity.
      In 2014, she was briefly in a relationship with Hollywood A-lister Jude Law.
      Catherine fell pregnant during their time together, and the singer-songwriter gave birth to daughter Ada, now seven.
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      At the time, Jorginho had been dating Natalia Leteri – and the pair married in 2017.
      But after eight years together, they split in 2019 – and the Italy international struck up a relationship with Catherine soon after.
      The pair welcomed their first child, son Jax, to the world in September 2020.
      At the time, Catherine revealed the exciting news to her 24,000 Instagram followers.
      Alongside a sweet picture, she wrote: “Welcome to the world baby boy. Months dreaming of you and now you’ve arrived and everything and more we could have wished for.
      “How crazy life is and how wonderful. A new adventure with you to guide you as you find your way in this world, to fill our hearts with love and bring so much happiness.”
      She finished the caption with “infinite love for you my son”, translated into Jorginho’s native language of Portuguese.
      Catherine regularly shares updates of her adventures with Jorginho and her two kids.
      She even sparked engagement rumours in October when she uploaded a series of sweet snaps and a video of the pair wearing matching rings.
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      Former Arsenal star Niklas Bendtner stuns fans as he poses fully naked and they all call him the same thing

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      FORMER Arsenal star Nicklas Bendtner has been labelled “the f***ing lord” after posting a snap of himself FULLY NAKED on social media.The ex-Denmark international, 35, hung up his boots last year after a 2020 spell with fourth-tier club Tarnby.
      Nicklas Bendtner has bared all for his social media followersCredit: AP:Associated Press
      The star posted this photo onto his Instagram accountCredit: INSTAGRAM
      He then launched the Prosapia eSport team after getting addicted to the Counter-Strike game during the pandemic.
      Bendtner, who unveiled his new-look ahead of the World Cup in November, has landed himself plenty of headlines with his wacky antics over the years.
      That includes landing himself with a £80,000 fine for famously lifting up his shirt to show his Paddy Power sponsored boxers after scoring for Denmark against Portugal at Euro 2012.
      Now he has sent social media into meltdown again by shocking his followers by baring his bum in front of the camera.
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      Bendtner is facing away from the camera in the snap while standing naked next to a window and looking down at his hands, which are around his crotch.
      And within seconds the comments started dropping in all with a familiar tone as they referred to his nickname – including from former club Rosenborg who simply wrote: “Lord.”
      Another declared that he was “the f***ing lord” while a fellow fan asked: “Nicklas, what are you doing?”
      While a fellow follower wrote: “Most normal Bendtner moment I swear.”
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      Bendtner spent nine years with Arsenal, scoring 45 goals in 171 games.
      He also played for Birmingham City, Sunderland, Nottingham Forest, Juventus, Wolfsburg, Rosenborg and hometown club Copenhagen.
      The former striker began taking coaching courses last year after announcing his retirement with the aim of transitioning into management. More

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      Eidevall ‘disappointed’ not to have signed another player in January window amid reported Russo bids

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      JONAS EIDEVALL admits this January’s transfer window was a “difficult one” for Arsenal.He was speaking days after Manchester United reportedly turned down two record-breaking bids from the Gunners to sign Alessia Russo.
      Jonas Eidevall hoped to add one more forward to Arsenal’s ranks ahead of last month’s transfer deadlineCredit: Getty
      Victoria Pelova (right) joined Arsenal this January along with Denmark forward Kathrine KuhlCredit: Getty
      Man United striker Alessia Russo is reported to have been the target of two transfer bids from ArsenalCredit: Alamy
      The second of the two offers, claimed to have been rejected on transfer deadline day, is thought to have been nearly £500,000. 
      Eidevall, 40, whose side are in a race for the title, insists the Gunners did their utmost to bring in another forward. 
      His comments today come two days after Red Devils boss Marc Skinner said United are “hopeful” of agreeing a new deal with Russo.
      He insists United would do “everything in their power” to try and seal a new deal with Russo whose current contract expires this summer. 
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      Eidevall admitted it was a tough task to find a club willing to sell “quality players”.
      The Arsenal head coach told reporters: “I was clear in the window that we needed another forward. 
      “I know the club worked hard, but it was a very difficult transfer window, not to find players who wanted to join Arsenal, but to find clubs that want to sell quality players in this window.
      “That was very tricky, we were not successful, and of course we are disappointed with that. 
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      “Last summer we got one player too little, now we have done that again here in January.
      “I’m disappointed. Over time these things have a big impact.
      “Now we have to look forward and make the best of the situation. I still have a squad with a lot of qualities who I believe in a lot.”
      On Sunday Arsenal, who are currently third in the WSL, will face West Ham away at the Chigwell Construction Stadium. 
      The Gunners, who have a game in hand on Chelsea and leaders United, are currently three points behind their rivals. 
      Eidevall, whose team claimed a 3-1 win in the reverse fixture, added: “West Ham have proven to be a real threat in their aerial abilities especially with (their striker Dagny) Brynjarsdottir. 
      2We knew from the game that we played against them in the autumn that they pose a lot of different threats and challenges to the way that we play.
      “We will need to have a top game in order to get the victory.”
      Meanwhile West Ham have recently strengthened their forward ranks with Denmark ace Amalie Threstrup joining on deadline day from Dutch side PSV Eindhoven. 
      And the Irons have also bolstered their defensive ranks signing former Gunners centre-back Shannon Cooke from US college side Louisiana State University (LSU) Tigers.
      Irons boss Paul Konchesky said: “We knew we had those two additions coming in, so there wasn’t really any stress – we managed to get them both done in plenty of time. 
      “Amalie will give us a lot of work ethic and add experience to the team. 
      Paul Konchesky will be hoping to guide seventh-placed West Ham to their first win in the WSL against ArsenalCredit: PA
      “And Shannon is young, but she’s got leadership qualities that we like. 
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      “She does everything that West Ham fans will love when it comes to defending.
      “Shannon loves to get stuck in, but she can also play out with the ball – we’re pleased to have her here.” More

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      Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta breaks Premier League record and overtakes Chelsea legend Jose Mourinho in the process

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      MIKEL ARTETA has become the first Arsenal boss in Premier League history to be named manager of the month THREE times in the same season.The Spaniard collected the award after his Arsenal side picked up seven points from three games to continue their pursuit of a first league title since 2004.
      Mikel Arteta was named manager of the month for the third time this seasonCredit: Getty
      The Gunners started January by dropping points for just the third time this season following a goalless draw with Newcastle.
      But they responded with impressive wins over Tottenham and Manchester United, the latter thanks to Eddie Nketiah’s late goal, to get back on track.
      Arteta’s team now sit five points clear at the top with a game in hand on Manchester City, who they face later this month.
      And the Gunners boss now has more manager of the month awards than Jose Mourinho and also former Tottenham man Mauricio Pochettino (4).
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      He’s still got some way before he catches Wenger’s overall record of 15 though.
      And the ex-Arsenal manager isn’t even top of the pile.
      That’s because Sir Alex Ferguson’s won an incredible 27 when he was at United.
      But it’ll count for little if Arteta doesn’t lead the North Londoners to their fourth Premier League crown.
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      And their next challenge is a trip to Everton on Saturday, where they’ll be up against Sean Dyche on his return to management.
      Arsenal are overwhelming favourites for the points, but Goodison Park hasn’t proved a happy hunting ground for them in recent years.
      They’re winless since a 5-2 victory back in October 2017 and have lost on three of their last four trips to Merseyside. More

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      Mikel Arteta breaks silence over Moises Caicedo failed transfer from Brighton on deadline day before Jorginho deal

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      MIKEL ARTETA has broken his silence over Moises Caicedo’s failed transfer from Brighton to Arsenal. The Premier League leaders tirelessly chased the Ecuadorian throughout the winter window and had a bid of up to £70million rejected.
      Moises Caicedo stayed at Brighton after transfer interest from ArsenalCredit: Instagram @officialbhafc
      Mikel Arteta broke his silence over Moises Caicedo’s failed transferCredit: Getty
      Following the injury of Mohamed Elneny, 30, Arsenal were forced into signing an extra midfielder.
      And after Brighton held firm on keeping Caicedo, Arteta turned to Jorginho in a shock £12m move from Chelsea.
      He said: “We knew that in this market you have to adapt and be flexible and ready for inconvenience.
      “We had a big one with Mo and we needed a player in that position. (Jorginho’s) a great character who’ll bring leadership and quality in that position.”
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      Elneny is expected to face the rest of the season on the sidelines while Thomas Partey, 29, is a doubt going into the game with Everton tomorrow.
      Asked if Partey will play, Arteta responded: “Let’s see. That one is still a doubt.
      “Let’s see how he comes in and if he’s able to train or not. He’s not ruled out and it’s not significant but hopefully, he’ll be fine.”
      Jorginho, 31, was a surprise signing for Arsenal, ending the Italian’s four-and-a-half years in West London.
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      He said: “He was a big influence because I know that he tried a few times to get me before and it didn’t happen due to other reasons, not because of my wishes.
      “So of course, he had a big influence. I’m very excited for this new challenge, and I just can’t wait to be on the pitch to be honest!

      “Everything has happened so fast. I was a bit surprised, but I took the opportunity of this amazing challenge.
      “It’s an important shirt. It’s an amazing club, a big one, and I’m really excited and happy to be here.”
      Arsenal unveiling new signing JorginhoCredit: Getty More

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      Arsenal’s style of play is more suitable for him, Mudryk should have joined them and not Chelsea, says his ex-coach

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      MYKHAILO MUDRYK should have joined Arsenal and not Chelsea as the Gunners’ style of play would have suited him more, according to his ex-coach. Andres Carrasco oversaw the winger’s development when he was just an unknown teenager in Shakhtar Donetsk.
      Youth coach Carrasco was in charge of Shakhtar’s U19 team between 2018 and 2019
      Mudryk excited Blues fans with an impressive debut against LiverpoolCredit: Reuters
      Only a few years later, Mudryk would become one of the world’s most coveted players before Chelsea swooped to sign the star for £88m.
      They beat rivals Arsenal in the fight for his signature but Carrasco has admitted doubts over the outcome of the transfer saga.
      While he thinks the result-driven culture at Chelsea could be beneficial for the 22-year-old, he also believes Mikel Arteta’s style of football would be better for Mudryk’s talents.
      Carrasco told Ukrainian website Tribuna: “This is a club [Chelsea] that has been changing recently. But it is good for Mudryk to be in a club that always expects maximum results. 
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      “Now he needs to go through a period of adaptation. And only time will tell if it was the right decision for him or not.
      “Today, Arsenal, with its style of play, could be more suitable for Mudryk, who successfully uses dribbling and plays one-on-one. It would be better for him, in my opinion.”
      Arsenal had been tracking Mudryk for months before big-spending Chelsea hijacked the deal.
      The Gunners instead turned to Leandro Trossard to beef up their attack as they look to keep Manchester City at bay in the Premier League title race.
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      Meanwhile Mudryk will instead have to look forward to dragging Chelsea up the table after joining a Blues side sat in 10th.
      His debut came at Anfield last month where he impressed fans with a sizzling second-half appearance.
      Graham Potter has been in charge for fewer than five months but has experienced plenty already while in the Stamford Bridge hot seat.
      His reign began with a nine-game unbeaten run but then form dramatically collapsed following a calamitous return to former club Brighton.
      Results continued to slide after the World Cup break but the record-breaking spending spree by Todd Boehly and the ownership has taken attention off the pitch.
      World Cup winner Enzo Fernandez and exciting winger Noni Madueke were among the names eight names recruited in January.
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      Arsenal transfer target Moises Caicedo’s agent slams Brighton for not allowing midfielder to seal Gunners move

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      ARSENAL transfer target Moises Caicedo’s agent has slammed Brighton for not allowing the player to seal a January move to the Emirates.Caicedo, 21, attempted to force a late move away from the Seagulls last month.
      Moises Caicedo’s agent has opened up on the failed attempt to leave BrightonCredit: PA
      The midfielder took to social media to publicly plead with the club to allow him to seal a dream move to Arsenal, who tabled a number of bids, with the highest being £70million.
      Chelsea were also keen on Caicedo with manager Graham Potter having previously signed and managed the player at Brighton before taking the role at Stamford Bridge.
      Caicedo’s agent, Manuel Sierra, has slammed Brighton for denying is client a dream move.
      In an interview with Marca90, translated by Ole, Sierra said: “The offers were received, you see what is on the table and Moises says that he wants to go forward, that it is the dream of his whole life, that it is an opportunity that may not be repeated in life… and we helped draft the statement.
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      “In that statement, he expresses his wish and his gratitude to the club because they gave him the chance to fulfil his dream of playing in the Premier League.
      “We don’t know what can happen tomorrow, maybe he trains and gets injured.
      “We can’t know what’s going to happen.”
      Sierra has also claimed that Brighton were aware that Caicedo would make a public statement.
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      Sierra added: “Moises asked the club for permission to publish the statement, he is the one who does not train and he does not go to the game (vs Liverpool) because they decide to give him the weekend off.
      “Brighton did not separate him.
      “They understand the situation and they love him very much.
      “It was a consensual agreement.”
      The wantaway star is back in training for Brighton.
      Brighton have the chance to achieve European football for the first time in their history this summer.
      Should Caicedo help them, then the next window could bring the ideal situation for everyone.
      The Ecuador international would have the pick of the best clubs in Europe and the Seagulls would be able to command a huge fee, as they often do. More

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      Arsenal star Jakub Kiwior’s agent names three top level clubs Gunners beat to transfer of Poland defender

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      ARSENAL beat three top Italian clubs to the signature of Poland defender Jakub Kiwior.The Gunners bought the 22-year-old for £21million from Serie A side Spezia.
      Jakub Kiwior had interest from three top Italian clubsCredit: Getty
      Kiwior also impressed while playing at the Qatar World Cup last November-December.
      And the defender’s fine performances saw a number of top clubs register an interest in Kiwior.
      Italian giants Napoli, AC Milan and Juventus were all keen, the player’s agent has revealed.
      Sasha Baranov told TV Play: “All the important Italian clubs other than Inter Milan showed interest, including Napoli, AC Milan and Juventus.
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      “However, with Napoli’s current situation, they didn’t need to change their team in January and wanted to continue talks in the summer.
      “You all know what happened at Juventus, while Milan also waited, and you know what happens when the Premier League clubs come in.
      “When a side like Arsenal come along, it becomes difficult for a 22-year-old to say no.
      “If it was Juventus or another big club coming in, it may well have been the same situation, but Arsenal are the only side who really pushed the talks forward.
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      “We honestly didn’t expect it to all move so fast, we thought he would stay in January and leave Spezia in June.
      “Arsenal came in and the player did not put pressure on his club, he just said that if the move was to happen, then good, otherwise he was happy to wait.”
      Kiwior is yet to make an appearance for Arsenal but was on the bench for the 1-0 FA Cup loss to Manchester City. More