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      Arsenal ‘linked with incredible swap transfer’ to solve their striker woes with Gabriel Jesus moving the other way

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      ARSENAL have allegedly expressed an interest in signing Marcus Thuram from Inter Milan.The Gunners failed to sign a new striker this summer despite being linked with the likes of Benjamin Sesko, Viktor Gyokeres and Victor Osimhen.Arsenal allegedly want to sign Marcus ThuramCredit: AFPThe Gunners have been linked with a swap deal that could involve Gabriel JesusCredit: ReutersMikel Arteta is still understood to be keen on the idea of signing a striker in January or next summer.And French forward Thuram is reportedly a target.According to Inter Live, the Gunners have been linked with a swap deal that would see Gabriel Jesus join Inter Milan.However, the Italian giants would also likely demand a “substantial” fee.Read More in FootballJesus joined Arsenal from Manchester City two years ago but has struggled with several injury issues.Arteta now regularly starts Kai Havertz in the No9 position.Arsenal could decide to sell the Brazilian next year if they can find a strong enough replacement.Meanwhile, Thuram has four goals and two assists in just three games so far this season.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe Frenchman joined Inter from Borussia Monchengladbach last summer and has since made 49 appearances.Thuram also has 26 France caps.Arsenal wages 2024-25 revealed More

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      Lee Carsley ‘not speaking’ to Ben White as England manager reveals Arsenal star ‘asked not to be CONTACTED’

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      ENGLAND interim boss Lee Carsley is not planning to hold talks with Ben White about an international call-up as the Arsenal ace has asked to “not be contacted”.White, 26, has not featured for the Three Lions since the 2022 World Cup as he left camp during the tournament due to personal reasons.England interim boss Lee Carsley is not planning to speak to Arsenal ace Ben WhiteCredit: GettyArsenal ace White has asked not to be contacted about an England returnCredit: GettyThe defender has been in stunning form with the Gunners this season and started all three of their Premier League matches.However, Carsley, 50, is not set to talk to the versatile full-back about a possible England return for the next round of Nations League fixtures next month against Greece and Finland.However, the caretaker manager suggested the situation could change if White comes around.Carsley said: “I’ve not planned to [speak to White], no. We spoke about this in the squad selection. Every player that is eligible to play for England is in with a chance. Read More on England”As far as I’m aware he asked to not be contacted. If that changes, that will change.”I think it is important that we have real competition all over the pitch, and the more players we have available to pick from the better it is.”Reports at the time claimed White left Qatar following an alleged bust-up with former England assistant coach Steve Holland.However, ex-manager Gareth Southgate insisted there was no rift between the two.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSSouthgate said in March: “On form, I can’t say he doesn’t deserve to be here. John McDermott had a call from [Arsenal sporting director] Edu last week saying Ben didn’t want to be considered for England at this time.”That’s a shame. He’s a player I really like. I spoke to him post Qatar and there was clearly reticence from his side. I don’t know fully why that is.Gareth Southgate gives his reasons for not picking Ben White for the Euro England squad “But I want to leave the door open because he’s a good player. There is no issue between us at all.”I should say there is no issue with Steve Holland, that has been mentioned in articles and I don’t like that.”I have to accept things get said about me, and you have to stomach that, but I’m not prepared to have that for a key member of my coaching team because that is not the reason.”White has been in stunning form this t More

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      Austria star apologises to Martin Odegaard in 34-word message after leaving Arsenal ace in tears with ankle injury

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      AUSTRIA star Christoph Baumgartner has apologised to Martin Odegaard after leaving the Arsenal skipper in tears and then on crutches.Odegaard was in agony after spraining his ankle in a challenge with Baumgartner in Norway’s 2-1 Nations League win in Oslo on Monday night.Odegaard cried with pain after a challenge from BaumgartnerCredit: RexOdegaard went back to London early on crutches following the injuryCredit: SplashThe Gunners’ main playmaker cut short his international break to fly back to London for scans.Baumgartner has now posted a 34-message on social media to stress the clash was an accident – and to praise his opponent’s talent.The RB Leipzig midfielder wrote: “Hi guys! I would like to sincerely apologize to Martin Odegaard. “It was never my intention to hurt this fantastic player. READ MORE TOP STORIES”I wish him all the best and a speedy recovery! Come back stronger.”Meanwhile, Norway manager Stale Solbakken confirmed Odegaard was forced to return to his club early.Solbakken told TV2 on Tuesday: “I only spoke to him late last night, but not today. He is having an MRI in London.”Odegaard’s problem increases Arsenal’s selection dilemma for Sunday’s huge Premier League derby at Tottenham.Most read in FootballAustria midfielder Baumgartner said sorry on social mediaCredit: RexFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSDeclan Rice is out through suspension and new midfield colleague Mikel Merino is injured.At the back £43million summer recruit Riccardo Calafiori is a doubt.Premier League panel reveal why referee was right to send off Arsenal star Declan Rice against BrightonThe former main man for Bologna was hurt during Italy’s 3-1 Nations League win against France in Paris last Friday.But it’s Odegaard who will cause the biggest headache for the Gunners – because his injury could be the most serious.A minor ankle sprain can mean just a fortnight out, but four to six weeks is common.And if the issue is severe, Odegaard might even face an absence of three months or so. More

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      Arsenal blocked wearing red vs Tottenham and say North London derby will ‘have a different look than seasons gone by’

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      ARSENAL have been banned from wearing RED when they travel to Tottenham on Sunday.The Gunners will be forced to sport their black away kit as they aim to clinch their third straight victory in Tottenham’s backyard.Arsenal will NOT wear their red colours in the North London derby on SundayThey instead will be forced to wear black at SpursThe PGMOL ruled that Arsenal cannot wear their traditional colours away at Spurs for the first time in recent North London derby history.It was feared that their would be a possible kit clash.The PGMOL and Premier League agreed that Arsenal’s 2024-25 home kit features “too much white”.And would therefore clash with Tottenham’s customary colours.READ MORE ON ARSENAWhile Arsenal’s shirt looks largely similar to last season, Adidas did slightly increase the surface area of white above the sleeves and on the side panels.They also made the Adidas logo white and replaced Arsenal’s crest with a white Gunners cannon.The option of red shorts and socks for the Gunners was discussed, but ultimately denied.Arsenal’s statement read: “We will have a different look than seasons gone by. Our away strip for this season has already got off to a winning start when we wore it for the first time in competitive action against Aston Villa last month.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSIn fact, both teams will be forced to wear their away strips in their two Premier League fixtures this season.That means Tottenham supporters will see their side play in blue when they travel to the Emirates in January.Arsenal fans raging as ‘smug’ Norway boss ‘cracks joke’ about Martin Odegaard’s devastating injury on live TVAnd Arsenal fans were left fuming with the decision to refuse the team their red shirts.Taking to X, one wrote: “What are PGMOL on about? Like sorry but who is going to confuse Tottenham and Arsenal, when Arsenal’s kit is literally red other than the sleeves?”A second added: “How does the home kit have too much white on it?So pathetic!”Another said: “It’s been White vs Red for years. This is ridiculous.”While a fourth declared: “Arsenal’s kit is conspicuously red and Spurs is overly white. There’s no conflict at all. Some dark forces must be conspiring against my club for real.”One Tottenham fan said: “Wow. Never thought I’d see the day that Arsenal come to our ground and not wear red 😂😂.”To make matters worse for the Gunners Martin Odegaard is a doubt for Sunday after limping off during Norway’s 2-1 win over Austria.The Arsenal skipper been pictured using crutches to board a private jet back to London to be assessed by Mikel Arteta’s medical staff.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe title chasers will also be without Declan Rice after he picked up his first red card in the 1-1 draw with Brighton before the international break.New signing Mikel Merino is also out after fracturing his shoulder in training, while Riccardo Calafiori left Italy’s camp after coming off injured against France. More

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      Premier League panel reveal why referee was RIGHT to send off Arsenal star Declan Rice against Brighton

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      DECLAN RICE was CORRECTLY dismissed in Arsenal’s draw with Brighton – according to the Prem’s expert panel of former players, coaches and referees.PGMOL’s “Key Match Incident” team reviews every major decision across each of the Prem’s 380 games.Arsenal star Declan Rice was controversially sent off against BrightonCredit: ReutersBut PGMOL’s ‘Key Match Incident’ concluded the decision to send Rice off was correctCredit: ReutersRice has been suspended ahead of the North London Derby clash with TottenhamCredit: RexAnd while Gunners boss Mikel Arteta said he was “amazed” that Rice was dismissed by Chris Kavanagh after kicking the ball away to prevent Joel Veltman taking a free-kick for the Seagulls, the call was confirmed by a unanimous verdict.Rice, who had been booked for a first-half foul, picked up a second yellow card in a decision that changed the game, with Joao Pedro equalising for Brighton.Despite Arteta’s complaints, the England midfielder went in front of the TV cameras to hold up his hands about the card.And the five-man panel agreed he had acted in a “clear, deliberate and impactful” manner, which warranted Kavanagh’s decision.Read More on ArsenalAll the other crunch calls during the weekend before the international break were backed by the panel.But there was only a 3-2 agreement that referee Jarred Gillett was right not to give Crystal Palace’s Will Hughes a second yellow card when he fouled Chelsea’s Cole Palmer from behind in the 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge.Meanwhile, Prem statistics also show that the Rice decision was keeping with League policies.PGMOL stats show that, rather than a rare occurrence, Rice’s caution was part of a pattern of offences which have been punished more severely over the past two seasons.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSIn the 2022-23 season, there were 118 cards issued for the offence but that almost doubled to 215 yellow cards last term.Rice is now set to miss Sunday’s crunch North London Derby at Tottenham.England fans baffled as Declan Rice appears to refuse captain’s armband against former team IrelandThe Arsenal star had a slow start to the season and was sent off for the first time in his 245-game career in the Prem. More

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      Laura Woods names her all-time Premier League XI with Man Utd and Arsenal legends dominating

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      LAURA WOODS has named her all-time Premier League XI and boss – with a shock midfield three and NO Sir Alex Ferguson.The footie presenter’s best starting line-up is also dominated by four Arsenal and Manchester United legends.Laura Woods was asked to pick her Premier League all-time XIArsenal hero Patrick Vieira made the cutWoods, 37, mocked up her ultimate Prem XI for BETMGM, with only ONE current player making the cut.In goal, Woods went for Peter Schmeichel, pointing to the impressive accolades achieved by the former Man United keeper.The Denmark international won 15 major honours under Ferguson, including the Treble in 1999 and five Prem titles.Arsenal fan Woods only included one of Paul Scholes, Steven Gerrard and Frank Lampard – solely opting for the ex- Liverpool captain.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLShe said: “In the team that Gerrard was in, I think he just dragged everybody up to his level, and I don’t think Liverpool would have had the success of that generation without him.”The rest of the midfield trio was made up by former Arsenal skipper Patrick Vieira and Manchester City ace Kevin De Bruyne.Woods said: “Vieira is an incredible player. Again, another leader, so strong. I loved him and Roy Keane going at it in the tunnel.”Vieira won three Premier League titles, while former Man United captain Keane lifted seven.Most read in FootballGary Neville, Rio Ferdinand, Tony Adams and Ashley Cole made up Woods’ back-four.FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnd it’s hard to argue with her front-three of Cristiano Ronaldo, Alan Shearer and Thierry Henry.But in a true to shock to everybody – or maybe no one – Woods finished her dream matchday squad with Invincibles manager Arsene Wenger.How Euro 2024 host Laura Woods finally tamed Love Island’s biggest bad boy Adam Collard who made Joey Essex look like a puppyShe said: “Wenger changed the Premier League. No one’s done it unbeaten since. “Everything about the way he treated those players and the way he dragged them from the pubs to the most professional era football in England had ever seen. I think he changed the game in this country.”Meanwhile, Woods hosts Prem football every Saturday on TNT and is a lead presenter on the channel’s Uefa Champions League coverage, after stepping down from her role at talkSPORT.The award-winning broadcaster is expecting her first child with former Love Islander boyfriend Adam Collard, 28.The loved-up couple recently enjoyed a romantic getaway to Ibiza at the end of August.Arsenal manager Arsene Wengergot the nod ahead of Fergie More

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      Ex-Man Utd striker Weghorst and Arsenal ace Timber in furious training ground bust-up with boss Koeman forced to step in

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      ARSENAL ace Jurrien Timber and ex-Manchester United player Wout Weghorst locked horns during training with the Netherlands.The Dutch duo were called up for international duty by manager Ronald Koeman for the Nations League matches against Bosnia and Herzegovina and Germany.Arsenal’s Jurrien Timber and Wout Weghorst had a heated bust-up in trainingCredit: EPANetherlands boss Ronald Koeman intervened to put an end to the altercationCredit: AFPTimber went hard on a challenge with Weghorst, who was left upsetCredit: EPATimber, 23, went hard for the ball and appeared to inadvertently step on the foot of Weghorst, 32, who was left visibly upset after the clash.The two players exchanged heated words soon after the duel and the Ajax star complained to Koeman about the tackle.The ex-Everton boss intervened immediately and told Weghorst: “I said something to you, I said something to them.”But the ex-Burnley ace continued to voice his frustration and Koeman was then heard shouting: “And now it’s over!”Read More on FootballThe camera then caught Weghorst walking out of the training ground once training was over and his Netherlands team-mates were still on the pitch.The striker got on his bike and was seen riding away while checking his phone.After leaving the pitch, Koeman said of Weghorst: “He has no injury.”Timber and the centre-forward are set for action on Tuesday when the Oranje host Germany at the Johan Cruijff ArenA.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe two men helped Holland destroy Bosnia 5-2 in Eindhoven on Saturday with Weghorst scoring after he and the Arsenal defender came off the bench.That was a match that saw United ace Matthijs de Ligt committing two critical errors that led to both of the visitors’ goals.’Will you let me finish’ snaps Gary Neville live on Sky Sports as Man Utd legend refuses to answer Carragher’s questionDe Ligt admitted his frustration at his display with an X-rated response after the game.Ex-Manchester United ace Weghorst walked out alone after trainingCredit: AFPAjax star Weghorst rode away on his bicycle while his team-mates were still on the pitchCredit: EPA More

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      Arsenal star Jorginho eyed by Galatasaray after Turkish giants were turned down by Man Utd’s under-fire ace Casemiro

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      ARSENAL’S Jorginho is a target for Galatasaray — but the Gunners are set to resist any bid before the Turkish transfer window closes on Friday.Gala are looking at other options after Manchester United midfielder Casemiro signalled his preference to stay at Old Trafford.Galatasaray are targeting a move for Arsenal star JorginhoCredit: ReutersThe Turks wanted Casemiro but he has decided to stay at Man UtdCredit: GettyAnd they are prepared to test Arsenal’s resolve to hold on to a player who has less than a year left on his current contract.The Italy midfielder, 32, is yet to play for the club this season but is seen as crucial to the strength in depth Arsenal need to compete on all fronts.Boss Mikel Arteta loves what the ex-Chelsea star brings on and off the field.New signing Mikel Merino suffered a shoulder injury in his first training session and will be out for several weeks.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd Declan Rice misses next Sunday’s North London derby after his red card against Brighton — making it even more unlikely Jorginho would be allowed to leave this week.Galatasaray had initially hoped to sign Casemiro, with an exit seeming more likely in the wake of his disasterclass in United’s 3-0 home defeat to Liverpool.But Erik ten Hag defended the veteran midfielder and insisted he remains a key part of his plans.Meanwhile, Arsenal could be without another player when they take on Tottenham after the international break.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSNew signing Riccardo Calafiori was forced off in Italy’s 3-1 win over France after appearing to tackle himself in a freak accident.The £42million left-back appeared to be in agony as he hurt his ankle.Arsenal wages 2024-25 revealedAnd that could see Jurrien Timber keep his spot at the back against Spurs.Meanwhile, Raheem Sterling is pushing for a starting spot.He is the third ex-Blue signed by Arteta after Jorginho and Kai Havertz.Sterling arrived as a deadline day loan signing after being frozen out at Stamford Bridge.But Arteta is likely to keep the faith with Leandro Trossard after rejected a £29million offer for the Belgian from Saudi side Al-Ittihad this week.Changes to the Premier League for 2024/25NOTHING stays the same forever.And that includes the Premier League, which is making a number of tweaks this season.Team news will now be released 75 MINUTES before kick-off, 15 minutes earlier than had been the case before.Things could get crowded on the touchline, with the number of substitutes permitted to warm-up boosted from three players per team to FIVE.There’s also a change to how added time is calculated when a team scores a goal, an update to the ‘multiball’ system and the introduction of semi-automated offsides – but not straight away.Go here to read about all the changes to the Premier League for 2024/25. More