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    Every Arsenal player set to leave this summer revealed including £5million Arsene Wenger signing and forgotten defender

    ARSENAL are set to wave goodbye to at least three players this summer – including a long-term club servant.Mikel Arteta has been effective in clearing out the dead wood since he was named Arsenal boss.Mikel Arteta is set to axe more dead wood from his squadCredit: GettyBut there are still some players who he has been unable to find suitors for, who are now set to leave when their contracts expire this summer.One of those players is a remnant of the Arsene Wenger era – one of only three left standing alongside Eddie Nketiah and Reiss Nelson.Arsenal are set to make a reported saving of £140,000-a-week by offloading the trio, who have had mixed experiences at The Emirates.Mohamed ElnenyElneny, 31, was signed for just £5million by Wenger in 2016, making him the longest-serving player at the club with the exception of academy graduates.READ MORE ON ARSENALHe has been a rotation option throughout his eight-year stay in North London, which included a spell on loan at Besiktas in the 2019-20 season.The Egyptian never played more than 23 league games in a single campaign but has always been a loyal squad member and never kicked up a fuss.Elneny’s importance has diminished even more in the last two years with eight Premier League appearances across the two campaigns, so it is no surprise his contract is not being renewed.Mohamed Elneny will leave after eight years at ArsenalCredit: GettyCedric SoaresCedric’s departure has also been expected for some time, and the Gunners will be pleased to free up his £75,000-a-week wages.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMikel Arteta’s striker shopping listBy Jordan Davies
    ARSENAL are stepping up plans to sign a world-class striker in the summer after their Champions League heartbreak.
    Mikel Arteta splashed out £204.5m last summer on Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber.
    But the Spanish manager accepts he needs a proven goalscorer to take the club to the next level.
    And here are the players he is looking at to get the Gunners firing:
    BENJAMIN SESKO (RB Leipzig, value £40m-£45m)
    One for the future at 20 years old. Scored 16 goals for RB Salzburg in the Austrian Bundesliga last season and the Slovenian has carried on that good form in Germany with Leipzig this campaign.
    VIKTOR GYOKERES (Sporting Lisbon, value £60m-£80m)
    Been scouted several times this season. The Swedish striker, 25, is more of a traditional No 9 so may not suit Arsenal’s demand for flexibility but would bring a physicality that boss Mikel Arteta craves.
    ALEXANDER ISAK (Newcastle, value £75m-£85m)
    Impressed in his first two seasons in English football. The Swede, 24, has the pace and finesse to match his finishing ability, and Eddie Howe’s Toon may need to sell to balance the books this summer.
    JOSHUA ZIRKZEE (Bologna, value £45m-£50m)
    Dutch wonder  is attracting the attentions of clubs across Europe. At 6ft 4in the 22-year-old forward would have no trouble adapting to the Premier League and already has an eye for goal.
    XAVI SIMONS (RB Leipzig, value £70m-£80m)
    An incredible talent in the Bukayo Saka mould, currently on loan from Paris Saint-Germain. The future of the Dutch attacker, 20, depends on how much money his parent club want to make from him.

    The 32-year-old arrived from Southampton in 2019 but has made just 64 appearances and has always ranked below Ben White and Takehiro Tomiyasu in the pecking order.Cedric spent time on loan at Fulham last season and has barely been seen this campaign.Cedric Soares’ departure has been expected for some timeCredit: ReutersKylian Mbappe will join ARSENAL and not Real Madrid, claims IShowSpeed as he slams Fabrizio Romano over transfer claimKarl HeinHein, 22, was signed as a teenager in 2018 under Unai Emery but has never got a look in.He played just once for Arsenal in a game to forget, losing 3-1 to Brighton in the Carabao Cup.Karl Hein made just one appearance for the Gunners first-teamCredit: Getty More

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    Kylian Mbappe will join ARSENAL and not Real Madrid, claims IShowSpeed as he slams Fabrizio Romano over transfer claim

    KYLIAN MBAPPE will snub Real Madrid to join Arsenal this summer, according to Youtuber IShowSpeed.The social media sensation has slammed Fabrizio Romano’s claims that Mbappe will be heading to Madrid this summer.Kylian Mbappe has been linked with a move to ArsenalCredit: GettyYouTuber IShowSpeed has claimed Mbappe is signing for the GunnersCredit: ReutersIShowSpeed slammed Fabrizio Romano’s claims that Mbappe is heading to Real MadridMbappe announced in an emotional goodbye video last week that he would be leaving PSG at the end of the season.And all signs point to a move to the Santiago Bernabeu with rumours linking the Frenchman to Madrid for a number of years now.But YouTube star IShowSpeed has suggested that those reports are wide of the mark and claimed Mbappe will instead be heading to north London.The Manchester United loving streamer reacted to a video of Romano revealing Mbappe is set for a Madrid switch on his YouTube, which boasts a whopping 24.4million subscribers.READ MORE ON ARSENALWhile watching Romano discuss Mbappe’s future, IShowSpeed slammed: “He’s capping! He’s capping bro!”Before adding: “He’s not going to Real Madrid, he’s not going. I promise you.”Don’t ask me how I know but he’s not going. Trust me. I’ve got the real insight. Trust me.”IShowSpeed, who’s real name is Darren Watkins Jr, went on to explain where he believes Mbappe will end up.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe said: “I’m going to tell you all where he is going. Don’t ask me how I know, but watch how he doesn’t go [to] Real Madrid.”And he’s going [to] Arsenal. You only heard it from me, you only heard it from me.”Awkward moment iShowSpeed confronted by Man City fans and forced to shut down stream during Real Madrid clashThe bombshell information can of course be taken with a HUGE pinch of salt given that IShowSpeed has no track record of sources within football and does not work in the industry.Most reliable sources have pointed towards Mbappe heading to Real Madrid with the the World Cup winner almost making the move back in 2022.The 25-year-old played his final game at the Parc des Princes at the weekend as the Parisians lost 3-1 to Toulouse.And the PSG fans showed their duality when portions of the stadium booed Mbappe’s name in the lineup announcement before Ultras revealed a stunning tifo in the stands to honour their star.Mbappe was honoured with a tifo in his last game at the Parc des Princes at the weekendCredit: AFPThe 25-year-old announced he was leaving PSG last weekCredit: AFP More

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    Amazing video shows Ian Wright was ‘ahead of the curve’ with prediction for Mikel Arteta as Arsenal manager

    ARSENAL legend Ian Wright was praised by fans for his insight after a clip reemerged of him predicting Mikel Arteta’s success at the club.Arsene Wenger rolled credits on his glittering 22-year reign with the Gunners back in 2018 and the club was rigorously searching for the right successor that would carry them for the next years to come.Ian Wright predicted Mikel Arteta’s success at Arsenal six years agoWright was praised by Arsenal fans for his insight on ArtetaCredit: GettyArteta is now leading Arsenal in their bid to win the Premier League for the first time since 2004Credit: GettyThe job went to Unai Emery, but Arteta was already being eyed a year before he replaced his fellow Spaniard who failed to live up to expectations in north London.And Wright was adamant the former Arsenal player, who then worked as Pep Guardiola’s assistant at Manchester City, had what it took to carry on Wenger’s work at the Emirates.The legendary striker joined Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer on Match of the Day six years ago and insisted Arteta’s knowledge of the club as well as his experience under Guardiola made him the right option.Wright said: “I quite like the feel of Mikel Arteta. You need to take a chance on people, we took a chance on Wenger,Read More on Arsenal”I think he’s somebody who knows the club, he’s been under Pep for a couple of years seeing what he’s been doing.”I think those players need a bit of a kick up the backside and I think he might be the man to do it.”Wright’s analysis reemerged on Twitter and Arsenal fans praised the former England international for hitting the nail right on the head with his prediction.One fan tweeted: “This is the real ahead of the curve.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnother commented: “Wrighty knew the move.”A third said: “Wrighty never misses.”Arsenal’s five season-defining momentsThis fan said: “He saw everything before anyone.”And that one stated: “He saw the future and it was bright.”Arteta swiftly changed the culture of the club by offloading heavy contracts of star players that caused tensions and replaced them with young as well as ambitious players who fit with his philosophy.And now the Spanish tactician is leading Arsenal in their bid to win their first Premier League title since the Invincibles’ triumph in 2004.Mikel Arteta’s striker shopping listBy Jordan Davies
    ARSENAL are stepping up plans to sign a world-class striker in the summer after their Champions League heartbreak.
    Mikel Arteta splashed out £204.5m last summer on Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber.
    But the Spanish manager accepts he needs a proven goalscorer to take the club to the next level.
    And here are the players he is looking at to get the Gunners firing:
    BENJAMIN SESKO (RB Leipzig, value £40m-£45m)
    One for the future at 20 years old. Scored 16 goals for RB Salzburg in the Austrian Bundesliga last season and the Slovenian has carried on that good form in Germany with Leipzig this campaign.
    VIKTOR GYOKERES (Sporting Lisbon, value £60m-£80m)
    Been scouted several times this season. The Swedish striker, 25, is more of a traditional No 9 so may not suit Arsenal’s demand for flexibility but would bring a physicality that boss Mikel Arteta craves.
    ALEXANDER ISAK (Newcastle, value £75m-£85m)
    Impressed in his first two seasons in English football. The Swede, 24, has the pace and finesse to match his finishing ability, and Eddie Howe’s Toon may need to sell to balance the books this summer.
    JOSHUA ZIRKZEE (Bologna, value £45m-£50m)
    Dutch wonder  is attracting the attentions of clubs across Europe. At 6ft 4in the 22-year-old forward would have no trouble adapting to the Premier League and already has an eye for goal.
    XAVI SIMONS (RB Leipzig, value £70m-£80m)
    An incredible talent in the Bukayo Saka mould, currently on loan from Paris Saint-Germain. The future of the Dutch attacker, 20, depends on how much money his parent club want to make from him. More

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    WSL record goalscorer Vivianne Miedema to leave Arsenal at the end of this season

    VIVIANNE MIEDEMA is reportedly set to be the target of a summer transfer swoop from Manchester City, following her departure from Arsenal.The top-flight giants are thought to be plotting a move for the Gunners heroine.Vivianne Miedema will leave Arsenal as a free agent at the end of this seasonCredit: GettyThe Dutch forward is thought to be attracting interest from Manchester CityCredit: GettyEarlier Today Arsenal announced the forward’s seven-year spell with club will end when the current Women’s Super League season finishes this weekend.Her contract with the club is set to expire at the end of this season with the player departing as a free agent.The Daily Mail claims the prolific forward, who is the WSL’s all-time record scorer with 79 goals, is attracting interest from Man City and other clubs.Of Miedema’s efforts for Arsenal, club director of sport Edu said: “Viv’s goals and overall performances as an Arsenal player have been of the highest quality.Read More Football Stories”She has created so many wonderful memories for us over the years. “We thank Viv for her huge contribution towards the success of the team during her seven years with us. “We wish Viv and her family the best of health and happiness for the future.”Following her 2017 move to England from Bayern Munich, Miedema has notched up 125 goals and 50 assists in 172 Gunners appearances.Most read in FootballAnd the Dutch forward, who is also the Netherlands all-time record goalscorer, has won three league cups and a WSL title with the club.During her career with Arsenal Miedema has finished as the top-flight’s top scorer on two occasions.  This includes the 2018-19 season where her 20 goals in 22 games helped the club become WSL champions for a third time. Miedema has won the Golden Boot twice during her time with ArsenalCredit: GettyThis term has seen Miedema’s game time limited to 13 appearances with the forward undergoing minor knee surgery in March.The operation occurred five months after she made her return from an anterior cruciate knee ligament injury sustained in December 2022.Miedema’s team, who are third in the table, will host Brighton at Meadow Park on Saturday in their final WSL game of this term. More

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    Arsenal set two new Premier League records with Man Utd win but still face missing out first title in 20 years

    ARSENAL set two personal Premier League records after their victory over Manchester United.The Gunners beat United 1-0 at Old Trafford thanks to Leandro Trossard’s winner after just 20 minutes.Arsenal set two new Premier League records for most wins and most goalsCredit: APArsenal can still lose their first Premier League title bid since 2004Credit: EPAThe North Londoners have returned to the top of the Premier League table with only one point separating them from Manchester City, who have a game in hand.Arsenal’s confidence should be boosted by the fact that they have broken two major milestones amid their Prem title bid.The match against the Red Devils saw Mikel Arteta’s side set their single-season Premier League club record for most wins and most goals.The Gunners registered their 27th victory in 37 matches of which they have only lost five.Read More on ArsenalArteta’s men have won more games than anyone else in the English top flight this term.And the North Londoners have also scored a staggering 89 goals, which is the second highest return behind City.However, there is still a chance Arsenal could fail to win their first Premier League trophy since the Invincibles’ triumph in 2004.The Gunners have only one last league match left on May 19 when they host Everton.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSArteta’s challengers need to win and hope that City will drop points against either Tottenham away or West Ham at the Etihad.If the Citizens win both matches then they will be crowned champions for a record fourth time in a row.’Bravest fan in the world’ spotted in the Tottenham end with an ARSENAL shirt after turning up with wrong ticketHowever, if Pep Guardiola’s men lose either one of their remaining two games under those circumstances then they relinquish their crown.A draw with either opponent could see the Prem going to the team with the better goal difference, with Arsenal currently in the lead by a mere three goals. More

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    Man Utd ‘blocking transfer’ of Donny Van de Beek, claims forgotten flop’s agent despite dismal loan spell

    DONNY VAN DE BEEK’S agent claims Manchester United are blocking a move to another Premier League club.Van de Beek, 27, joined United in 2020 following a £40million deal with Ajax but has not lived up to expectations since.Donny van de Beek’s agent claims Man Utd are blocking a move to another Premier League clubCredit: GettyMan Utd flop Van de Beek is currently out on loan at Eintracht FrankfurtCredit: GettyVan de Beek’s agent is looking for a move to Spain, Italy or FranceThe playmaker has fallen out of favour and has been spending the second half of the season out on loan at Eintracht Frankfurt where he has also failed to stand out.Eintracht have an option to buy the Netherlands international this summer for £9.5m but won’t trigger that clause.Van de Beek has reunited with his former agent Guido Albers, who confirmed his client will be returning to the Red Devils in June.Albers shed some light on the attacking midfielder’s future by confirming that he is looking for a move to either LaLiga, Serie A or Ligue 1.Read More on Man UtdThe Dutch ace’s rep is adamant there will be no deal with another Prem club because the United are refusing to sell to their competition even though they have no plans for him.The Manchester giants previously loaned the versatile midfielder out to Everton but are not keen on another similar deal.This is not the first time United get in the way of a deal involving Van de Beek as they also scrapped a move to Real Sociedad this summer because manager Erik ten Hag ultimately decided to keep him.It has also been revealed that Van de Beek will not be returning to Ajax.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAlbers told ESPN’s Goedemorgen Eredivisie: “I think that’s wonderful, he has been away from me for a while.”For me it is a very nice moment in his career to pick it up again. We said together, ‘Back to basics’.Donny van de Beek joins Eintracht Frankfurt on loan transfer – and he could have played final game for Man Utd”He’s lost that a bit in recent years. He is hungry and eager to please. I came to an agreement with Frankfurt for him. “Frankfurt still had an option until June 30, which they will not exercise. Officially he is now going back to Manchester United and I am now in discussions with him.”Donny does not want to stay in the Premier League, also because United do not want that. That is not a good choice for him. “He needs to return to a club that plays good football. In any case, he will not return to Ajax.”My preference was to look in Spain, Italy or France. If I could get him in Spain or Italy that would be fantastic, at a club where he will play as a No10 like he played at Ajax.”You see that the Dutch are successful in a certain way in Spanish or Italian football.”He was very close to a transfer to Real Sociedad last summer. That was cancelled at the last minute because Erik ten Hag wanted to keep him until the last minute. Then he ended up at Frankfurt. More

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    Arsenal ‘to sell TEN stars’ in summer transfer window as Mikel Arteta plans huge overhaul of squad

    MIKEL ARTETA is reportedly planning a major summer clearout – with several players’ heads reportedly on the chopping block.The Arsenal gaffer is already plotting for next season, despite his troops being in the title race.Arsenal are flying high in the Premier LeagueCredit: GETTYGunners boss Mikel Arteta is reportedly looking to get rid of TEN players in the summerCredit: RexEddie Nketiah and Emile Smith Rowe’s heads are reportedly on the chopping blockCredit: GettyAnd the Spaniard seemingly hopes to get rid of some of the deadwood currently in his squad.That’s according to The Mirror, who claim a whopping TEN Gunners stars are in line to leave the Emirates in the coming months.They claim the North Londoners will listen to offers for Eddie Nketiah, Emile Smith Rowe, Aaron Ramsdale, Kieran Tierney, Albert Sambi Lokonga, Nuno Tavares and Reiss Nelson.It’s also claimed Mohamed Elneny, Cedric Soares and Arthur Okonkwo will leave the club at the end of the season following the expiration of their respective contracts.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Gunners would likely fetch hefty fees for Nketiah, Smith Rowe, Ramsdale and Tierney.The quartet have all attracted interest from Premier League clubs over the last 12 months and could be keen to move on due to their lack of game time.A potential indicator of the departure of Lokonga is the Gunners’ decision to hand Jorginho a new contract.The Italy international was given a new one-year deal earlier this week, with Arteta saying: “We’re delighted that Jorgi has signed a new contract with us.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”Jorgi is such an important part of our team, a role model with great leadership skills and a unique playing style ability which makes everybody better around him on the pitch.“We’re very pleased that he and his family have committed with us.Arsenal celebrates after nervy 3-2 win over Tottenham keeps title bid on track”And we’re all excited to continue this journey together.”Gunners sporting director Edu – who will be central to the club’s summer transfer plans – said: “I know everyone at the club will be very excited that Jorgi will continue to be with us.”Not only the players and coaches, but all the staff behind the scenes as well.“It’s great that Jorginho remains with us, as we continue building to be better and stronger.”Arsenal will be back in action on Sunday afternoon, travelling to Old Trafford to take on Manchester United in a pivotal Premier League clash. More

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    Gary Neville DEFENDS under-fire Casemiro as he tells him to emulate Arsenal star who ‘can’t run’ and ‘was finished’

    MANCHESTER UNITED legend Gary Neville defended Casemiro after a barrage of criticism and insisted he could emulate Jorginho’s success at Arsenal.The United midfielder has come under fire following Monday’s woeful performance at Crystal Palace where he played out of position at centre-back and was badly exposed during a 4-0 thumping.Manchester United legend Gary Neville defended Casemiro from all the criticismNeville believes Casemiro will remain at Man Utd this summerCredit: GettyNeville believes Casemiro can emulate Jorginho’s success at ArsenalCredit: PAThe Brazil international received some horrible feedback with pundit Jamie Carragher even insisting he should leave the Red Devils and move to the MLS or Saudi Arabia in the summer.The 32-year-old has also been criticised for his lack of pace since his £70million arrival from Real Madrid two years ago.But Neville, 49, insists United can still work with Casemiro whom he expects to stay for next season.The Sky Sports pundit believes the Brazilian can emulate Jorginho who also lacks pace and many thought he was “finished” after leaving Chelsea last year.Read More on ArsenalBut the midfielder has since flourished at Arsenal next to Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard.The Italy international has also been helped by a stunning centre-back partnership consisted of William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes.Neville said in the latest episode of Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet: “Casemiro is going to be here next season, unless they can get somebody from Saudi Arabia to pay huge money.”He’s going to be at Manchester United, so they’ve got to work with him, haven’t they?Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”Jorginho is a good example. Jorginho can’t run – he’s better on the ball, but he can’t run and he was finished at Chelsea.”He goes to Arsenal, and he looks a beautiful player in that Arsenal midfield with Declan Rice on one side and Odegaard on the other, with that centre-back partnership behind him. So, you can play in that position and not run.” Jamie Carragher tells Casemiro ‘this needs to stop’ and Man Utd flop needs to quit club after Crystal Palace horror showCasemiro and Jorginho will lock horns on Sunday in a crunch Premier League clash between United and Arsenal at Old Trafford. More