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      Arsenal legend Ljungberg says Gunners have too much firepower for Man Utd as he backs them to continue winning run

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      FREDDIE LJUNGBERG reckons that table-toppers Arsenal may simply have too much for Manchester United as they visit Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon.In 2002 Ljungberg’s all-conquering Gunners won the Premier League at Old Trafford thanks to Sylvain Wiltord, who delivered the sucker punch after Fabien Barthez had blocked the Swede’s first attempt.
      Arsenal legend Freddie Ljungberg backed his former team to beat Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      Arsenal haven’t dropped any points this season after a marvellous startCredit: Getty
      This season Mikel Arteta’s high-flying side have yet to drop a point after five games.
      But the blistering Swede, who sent shockwaves around England playing in a star-studded Arsenal team boasting superstars like Dennis Bergkamp and Thierry Henry two decades ago, is not one bit surprised.
      And he rubbished suggestions that his former side have punched above their weight, given the riches they can now call upon after splashing the cash.
      He told SunSport: “This season Arsenal look really good. Winning five games in a row is a great start for the season. They spent the money again this summer and have great players. And as a result, they look great.
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      “But I don’t think they have exceeded expectations after buying some really good players. The team looks strong, players on players.
      “Now they face a sterner test against United, even if I think they are favourites as they look better than them. But United have won three games in a row, so it’s going to be a really interesting game.”
      And Ljungberg, a double Premier League champion at Highbury, talked up Arsenal’s chances of breaking Manchester City’s stranglehold.
      He said: “It’s hard to say early in the season but this is Arsenal Football Club and they should always challenge for the title.”
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      Asked whether red-hot £45million signing Gabriel Jesus can follow in the footsteps of his free-scoring Emirates forebears Henry, Robin van Persie and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, he claimed that the trio remains a tough act to follow.
      He said: “I don’t think we can put Gabriel there yet. But he has the potential and is a very talented young player. This is the first time he has a regular spot, he knows he’s going to play week in, week out which allows him to have some confidence in his game. Let’s talk and wait until the end of the season.
      “That said, Gabriel Jesus looks good but [no, he’s not] the best striker since Titi because the club has had some nice strikers since Thierry Henry. But Gabriel Jesus is devastating and I am looking forward to seeing him this season.”
      Ljungberg, a TV pundit these days, then urged technical director and former team-mate Edu to head off interest by extending Bukayo Saka’s deal in N7.
      He added: “He’s a fantastic young man and young player. It’s up to Arsenal now to see if they can tie him down on a long-term contract because other clubs think he’s good as well. He’s definitely an amazing player and great for Arsenal to have. Saka will become an amazing player.” More

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      Mikel Arteta breaks silence on Arsenal’s failed transfer move for Aston Villa ace Douglas Luiz after THREE bids rejected

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      MIKEL ARTETA has revealed Arsenal did everything possible to sign Douglas Luiz on deadline day after having THREE bids rejected for the Aston Villa defensive midfielder.The Gunners had offers of £20million, £23m and £25m knocked back by the Villans who were adamant the Brazilian was going nowhere.
      Arsenal failed in their quest to sign Aston Villa ace Douglas Luiz on deadline dayCredit: PA
      Gunners boss Mikel Arteta has broken his silence following the club’s pursuit of LuizCredit: PA
      Luiz, 24, was keen on a switch to the Emirates – just a day after he scored in Villa’s 2-1 defeat against the North London outfit.
      But no agreement could be found between between the two clubs, with Arteta failing to be reunited with the player he briefly coached at Manchester City.
      The Villans were reluctant to part ways with Luiz despite the nine-cap international set to become a free agent at the end of the season.
      Arsenal were forced to make a late swoop for a midfielder following injuries picked up by Thomas Partey and Mohamed Elneny.
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      Commenting on Arsenal’s failed pursuit of Luiz in his pre-match press conference ahead of Sunday’s clash against Manchester United, Arteta said: “We had a lot of things still to do in the squad.
      “The club has done phenomenal job and put everything on the table to to try and get the players and the profile we wanted.
      “We did business pretty early but unfortunately in the last 72 hours Thomas got injured in the same place as last time and Mo has a long-term injury.
      “Then we had to react in the market and we tried to bring in the players that are right for the team and work for the club and didn’t manage to do that.
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      “We pushed to strengthen the team and bring the best possible people and players to this football club.
      “We have managed to a certain level. Time was a big limitation with what happened in the last 72 hours in our midfield.
      “It is the team that we have and for the me it is the best squad and the best players that I have available. There is nothing else we can do.
      “We have an academy as well that we have to use and try to utilise the players in the best possible way.”
      In another blow for Arsenal, Arteta has revealed that the likes of Aaron Ramsdale, Martin Odegaard and Oleksandr Zinchenko could all miss the trip to Old Trafford. More

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      KSI has suite at Arsenal’s Emirates with punch machine in it… but Logan Paul’s security punched it so hard it BROKE

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      LOGAN PAUL revealed KSI has a punch machine in his Arsenal suite – at least he did until his security BROKE it. KSI – real name Olajide Olayinka Williams Olatunji – is a massive Gooner and as a result appears to have a box at the Emirates.
      Logan Paul during a visit at Arsenal’s Emirates stadiumCredit: Twitter / @Arsenal
      And the YouTuber-turned boxer recently announced a sponsorship deal with Arsenal alongside former opponent and friend Paul.
      KSI, whose nickname among pals is JJ, recently returned to the ring, beating TWO opponents in one night at the O2 Arena.
      And Paul went to watch from ringside, having seen Arsenal beat Fulham 2-1 earlier in the day.
      It was there he alongside his podcast hosts Mike Majlak and George Janko visited KSI’s box, and broke his punch machine.
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      Majlak said: “Thank you to JJ once again, not only for smoothing things over with the UK audience but also giving us his suite.
      “Which was incredible, that had a punching bag in it that our stupid American asses spent the majority of the game trying to beat his record, which was 740.
      “No one was able to do it until our massive security detail – he’s a brick wall – he hit the bag once and not only did he break the record, he broke the machine.
      “The bag detached, the metal screw evaporated immediately. So JJ, we broke your machine and we’re sorry.”
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      KSI, 29, drew with Paul, 27, in 2018 before winning their rematch by split-decision a year later.
      He returned three years on by beating rapper Swarmz, 25, and so-called professional boxer Luis Alcaraz Pineda, 23, on the same night.
      Paul is yet to box since his exhibition bout with Floyd Mayweather, 45, in June 2021 but confirmed he plans for a comeback fight.
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      ‘The baby is back’ – Hector Bellerin pictured at boyhood club Barcelona for first time after free transfer from Arsenal

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      HECTOR BELLERIN has arrived back at Barcelona following his transfer from Arsenal.The Spain international completed a free transfer to the La Liga giants on Thursday – ending his 11-year love affair with the Gunners.
      Barcelona announced the signing of Hector Bellerin on a free transfer on ThursdayCredit: FC BARCELONA
      The former Arsenal man was spotted at the Nou Camp on FridayCredit: FC BARCELONA
      Bellerin was a product of Barcelona’s academyCredit: FC BARCELONA
      And the full-back was spotted arriving at the Nou Camp on Friday.
      Barcelona’s official Twitter account tweeted a video of the 27-year-old in the stadium this afternoon.
      Bellerin said: “Hey Culers, I’m back in Barcelona. Visca el Barca (Long live Barca).”
      A Barcelona fan account shared an image of the Spain international wearing a club polo shirt with the accompanying caption: “The baby is back!”
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      Bellerin joined Arsenal from Barcelona’s academy at the age of 16 and went on to make 239 appearances for the north Londoners.
      Leaving the Emirates wasn’t easy for the defender, who said in a statement: “Hello Gunners.
      “Feels like it was only a couple of years ago when I touched down in London for the very first time.
      “From day one I truly felt at home and I’ve said time and time again how this city has shaped me into who I am, and how much I owe it.
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      “It’s with a lot of sadness that today I say goodbye to this club, the fans, the staff, the players and our family all together.
      “There’s been highs, so high, and lows, so low, but I’ve enjoyed thoroughly every single experience I’ve lived with you Gunners.
      “It’s not always been easy being an Arsenal player these past 11 years, but it’s always been an honour to carry the weight of this badge and defend it almost 250 times in front of you all.
      “I want to thank Arsene, Francis, the late Steve Rowley, Steve Bould, Neil Banfield, Unai Emery, Freddie Ljungberg and Mikel.
      “Thank you to the staff who work tirelessly for us to have it all ready when we step onto the pitch.
      “Physios, conditioning coaches, doctors, chefs, kit men, cleaners, security, and everyone else who is a part of this family.
      “Thank you to the players who have made my time here unforgettable.
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      “And most importantly, thank you Gunners, thank you for your continued support throughout all these years, for how supportive you were in the good and the bad, for how enjoyable it’s been to play in this beautiful stadium and for sharing together every single step of this journey of mine.
      “With the sadness of a goodbye, but the excitement of a new beginning, I say to you all THANK YOU. Once a Gunner, always a Gunner.”
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      Ten stars who could be available for a bargain January transfer including Rashford and Kante with contracts almost up

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      THE summer transfer window may be shut but there are several players who face uncertain futures with their contracts up next year.And for those who missed out on a move, January presents another opportunity for them to complete a transfer.
      Marcus Rashford has several suitors including PSG and Bayern MunichCredit: Getty
      Chelsea will want to avoid losing key stars for nothing after Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen left on frees this summerCredit: Getty
      That includes the likes of Youri Tielemans and Douglas Luiz, with Leicester and Aston Villa just about holding onto their stars amid interest from Arsenal.
      There are many big-name players who could be available on a cut-price deal in January due to their contract status.
      Here, SunSport takes a look at ten of those players.
      Marcus Rashford
      The England star has a lot of interested suitors including Arsenal, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain, who considered a bid for the striker his summer.
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      But Rashford, 24, is a firm part of Erik ten Hag’s plans and Manchester United would likely demand a significant fee to let him leave, even if his contract is expiring in June.
      Rashford is a key part of Erik ten Hag’s plansCredit: AP
      Jorginho
      Chelsea will be keen to avoid a repeat of this summer when they lost Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen for nothing – with Juventus already eyeing Jorginho.
      But the Italian insists he loves the club and is 100 per cent focused on success with the Blues, while reports claim Chelsea will hold talks with his representatives about a new deal this month.
      Chelsea plan to hold talks with Jorginho over a new deal this monthCredit: Getty
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      N’Golo Kante
      Kante, 31, was also subject to transfer interest this summer due to his contract situation.
      He is highly regarded by Thomas Tuchel but it is possible United could look to snap him up on a free, particularly if Chelsea want to sign Declan Rice as his replacement next summer.
      N’Golo Kante was subject to transfer interest this summerCredit: Getty
      Wilfried Zaha
      Crystal Palace reportedly fear losing Zaha, 29, for nothing with the winger not planning to extend his contract.
      Arsenal are long-term admirers while Chelsea considered a late bid this week after failing to sign first-choice Anthony Gordon.
      Wilfried Zaha is not planning to extend his stay at Crystal PalaceCredit: Getty
      Luke Shaw
      United reportedly plan to offer Luke Shaw a bumper new contract worth £190,000 a week that will keep him at the club until 2026.
      That would make him one of the highest earners in the squad despite his frequent injury issues, with the left-back, 27, at risk of losing his place in the side to Tyrell Malacia.
      Manchester Uniteed are set to offer Luke Shaw a bumper new dealCredit: Getty
      Youri Tielemans
      The Belgian, 25, was subject to intense transfer speculation but a proposed move to Arsenal or Newcastle never came to fruition.
      Both clubs were likely deterred by Leicester’s £38m asking price so could try and snatch him away in January when he should be available for a much smaller sum.
      Youri Tieleman could be available for a bargain price in JanuaryCredit: Reuters
      Douglas Luiz
      Arsenal reportedly had three offers for the midfielder rejected by Aston Villa on deadline day.
      Luiz, 24, was said to be open to the move so the transfer could be resurrected in January if the Gunners retain their interest in the Brazilian.
      Arsenal came close to signing Douglas Luiz on deadline dayCredit: PA
      Gavi
      The highly-rated Barcelona youngster was of interest to Liverpool this summer with the Reds said to have been prepared to meet his £50m release clause.
      However, it appears Gavi, 18, is more likely to extend his contract at the Nou Camp with club president Joan Laporta revealing negotiations were in the final stages.
      Gavi is believed to be close to extending his Barcelona contractCredit: Getty
      Jan Oblak
      The Slovenia international has been a faithful servant to Atletico Madrid over the past eight years but could be ready for a new challenge.
      If he does run down his contract several clubs around Europe are likely to be put on high alert with the likes of United, PSG and Chelsea linked to the 29-year-old in the past.
      Jan Oblak’s contract situation could put some big clubs on high alertCredit: Reuters
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      Milan Skriniar
      Chelsea and Tottenham wanted the Inter Milan centre-back this summer before moving on to other targets.
      The 27-year-old is a key player for Inter so the Italian giants will likely pull out all the stops to get him to renew his deal amid interest from PSG.
      Inter Milan will have to fight off interest from PSG to get Milan Skriniar to renew his dealCredit: Getty More

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      Arsenal fans fume at each other as #EduOut trends on Twitter with fans slamming transfers despite perfect season start

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      THERE may be some trouble in paradise at Arsenal.Despite starting their best start to a season since 2004, some fans are still not happy.
      Some Arsenal fans want transfer chief Edu outCredit: Getty
      The Arsenal technical director signed five new players this summerCredit: Getty
      A section of supporters have been left frustrated by the club’s late summer transfer business.
      Over £100million was spent on Gabriel Jesus, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Fabio Vieira, Matt Turner and Marquinhos earlier in the window.
      But they did not make a signing on transfer deadline day, despite injuries to Thomas Partey and Mohamed Elneny.
      Late attempts were made to sign Douglas Luiz, but Aston Villa were adamant the midfielder was not for sale.
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      Arsenal also chose not to bring in a new winger after allowing Nicolas Pepe to join Nice on loan.
      And it hasn’t gone down well with a portion of the fanbase, as some sensationally believe transfer chief Edu should be sacked.
      The hashtag “EduOut” was even trending on Twitter as supporters vented their fury.
      One wrote: “Letting Pepe go without signing a replacement is a sackable offence #EduOut.”
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      Another said: “Imagine not replacing our 72 mill winger Pepe, not replacing Partey/Elneny and leaving us short for players when we have 9 games to play in October and a s*** load more… and people thought the ambition from the club was there. Shambles #EduOut.”
      “I think it’s time Edu leaves tbh. He really can’t negotiate a sizeable sale or a player price down. #EduOut.”
      Meanwhile, other Arsenal fans were left staggered that some want Edu to leave after this summer’s business.
      Jesus’ £45m arrival already looks a bargain after three goals and three assists in five games, while £32m for Zinchenko is a snip too.
      One supporter angrily wrote: “You lot are so stupid with this #EduOut. We got some stupid fans!”
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      Another said: “I hate football Twitter. Why is #EduOut trending after our best windows in recent history. Clowns.”
      And a third exasperated fan claimed: “Anyone tweeting or retweeting #EduOut or #ArtetaOut because we haven’t signed anyone is getting blocked expeditiously.” More

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      ‘Not always easy’ – Hector Bellerin posts emotional message to Arsenal fans after joining Barcelona on free transfer

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      HECTOR BELLERIN has posted an emotional farewell message to Arsenal fans after rejoining childhood club Barcelona on a free transfer.Bellerin, 27, made a late switch back to the Nou Camp on transfer deadline day – 11 years after leaving Barca for Arsenal in 2011.

      Hector Bellerin has rejoined Barcelona on a free transfer after leaving ArsenalCredit: https://www.instagram.com/fcbarcelona/
      The Gunners agreed to terminate the right-back’s contract so he could complete his dream move.
      And the three-time FA Cup winner can now start afresh in his hometown after spending last season on loan with Copa del Rey winners Real Betis.
      Bellerin became a firm favourite at the Emirates after playing 239 times for Arsenal.
      And the four-time Spain international posted a tearful farewell message to supporters on social media after his Barcelona return was confirmed.
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      Bellerin, who is on a one-year contract at the Nou Camp, said: “Hello Gunners. Feels like it was only a couple of years ago when I touched down in London for the very first time.
      “From day one I truly felt at home and I’ve said time and time again how this city has shaped me into who I am, and how much I owe it.
      “It’s with a lot of sadness that today I say goodbye to this club, the fans, the staff, the players and our family all together.
      “There’s been highs, so high, and lows, so low, but I’ve enjoyed thoroughly every single experience I’ve lived with you Gunners.
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      Bellerin spent 11 years at Arsenal after joining them from Barcelona in 2011Credit: Getty
      “It’s not always been easy being an Arsenal player these past 11 years, but it’s always been an honour to carry the weight of this badge and defend it almost 250 times in front of you all.
      “I want to thank Arsene, Francis, the late Steve Rowley, Steve Bould, Neil Banfield, Unai Emery, Freddie Ljungberg and Mikel. 
      “Thank you to the staff who work tirelessly for us to have it all ready when we step onto the pitch.
      “Physios, conditioning coaches, doctors, chefs, kit men, cleaners, security, and everyone else who is a part of this family.
      “Thank you to the players who have made my time here unforgettable.
      Thank you for your continued support throughout all these yearsHector Bellerin
      “And most importantly, thank you Gunners, thank you for your continued support throughout all these years, for how supportive you were in the good and the bad, for how enjoyable it’s been to play in this beautiful stadium and for sharing together every single step of this journey of mine.
      “With the sadness of a goodbye, but the excitement of a new beginning, I say to you all THANK YOU. Once a Gunner, always a Gunner.”
      Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta paid tribute to Bellerin in a statement on Arsenal’s official website.
      He said: “We today say goodbye to Hector and we thank him so much for his loyalty and commitment to Arsenal Football Club. 
      “During his 11 years with Arsenal, Hector won three FA Cups and made nearly 250 appearances – such a huge contribution to the club. 
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      “I’m privileged to have played in the same squad as Hector for three seasons, wearing the Arsenal shirt and sharing many great moments on and off the football pitch together. 
      “We thank you Hector and wish you and your family all the best for your return to Barcelona.” More

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      Ainsley Maitland-Niles signs new Arsenal deal then joins Southampton on loan transfer as Oriel Romeu departs Saints

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      ARSENAL outcast Ainsley Maitland-Niles has completed a season-long loan to Southampton – after signing a contract extension at his parent club.The versatile 25-year-old was not part of Mikel Arteta’s immediate plans at the Emirates.
      Ainsley Maitland-Niles has signed contracts with Arsenal and Southampton todayCredit: Getty
      The versatile star joins Saints on a season-long loanCredit: Getty
      And after loan spells at West Brom and Roma in the last two seasons, he has gone out on another temporary deal by joining Saints.
      But first he put pen to paper on a new deal with Arsenal until 2024.
      Maitland-Niles has 132 Gunners appearances but just three goals.
      He was part of the England Under-20 World Cup-winning side in 2017 and lifted the FA Cup in 2020 as well as the Europa Conference League under Jose Mourinho.
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      Now he will hope to kick on again with regular minutes at St Mary’s.
      Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl said: “Ainsley is at a good point in his career, with a lot of experience already, but he is also still a player with potential, and he is someone who can definitely help us.
      “I think he fits well with us and can develop his game even further during his time here.
      “He can also play in different positions, which is always a good thing.
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      “I am pleased to welcome him as part of our squad.”
      The signing of Maitland-Niles follows a busy deadline day for Saints.
      Earlier on, there was the permanent exit of Oriel Romeu.
      The defensive midfielder joined LaLiga new boys Girona after seven years and 256 appearances at Southampton.
      Jack Stephens headed to Bournemouth on loan while teenage midfielder Samuel Edozie signed from Manchester City. More