ARSENAL confirming that Eddie Nketiah will be wearing the iconic number 14 shirt next season created histerics on social media.
But Brazilian centre half Gabriel appeared defend his colleague on Twitter where he wrote: "how can you be so ungrateful! OMG".
Meanwhile, it's only a matter of time before Arsenal unveil their new signing of Portuguese starlet Fabio Vieira.
And the midfield magician has promised to 'work, work, work' after completing his £34 million switch.
Elsewhere, Leeds have reportedly set a price tag of £50m for Brazilian sensation Raphinha – a player who the Gunners have been heavily linked with.
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Leicester superstar Youri Tielemans and Ajax centre-back Lisandro Martinez top the transfer gossip.
Tottenham have reportedly boosted the Gunners' hopes of signing main target Tielemans.by winning the race for fellow midfielder Yves Bissouma.
And it's claimed the Gunners have had a £25million bid rejected for Argentina star Martinez.
Emirates chief Mikel Arteta is still in the race for the 24-year-old – but Manchester United are also said to be keen.
Arteta wants a proven performer to compete for a role alongside Ben White in his improving defence.
A bigger priority, though, is the Arsenal attack – with Manchester City's Gabriel Jesus still the top target.
But Arteta hopes Eddie Nketiah will finally produce a breakthrough WHOLE season after signing a new long-term contract.
Newcastle and Crystal Palace had been linked with the 23-year-old frontman.
And Arteta said: “I’m delighted Eddie is staying with us. He represents what we are all about and all the values of the club.
“We are very happy that he has extended his contract and now we have to get to work and continue to develop the great talent and person that we have in him.”Finally, incoming keeper Matt Turner hopes to oust Aaron Ramsdale as No1 – just like the England stopper did to Bernd Leno last season.
The 16-cap USA star, 27, told Sky Sports: “Aaron had an amazing season.
“I’m coming in to push him and become the best goalkeeper I can become, while also making him the best goalkeeper he can become.”
- Ian Tuckey
Matt wants to oust Aaron
Incoming Arsenal keeper Matt Turner hopes to oust Aaron Ramsdale as No1 – just like the England stopper did to Bernd Leno last season.
The 16-cap USA star, 27, is linking up with the Gunners this month after they agreed a deal with Major League Soccer side New England Revolution in February.
Turner is tipped to star the season as second-choice keeper as Leno is expected to leave.
But the MLS player of the year aims to ‘push’ Ramsdale’ and make them both better players.
He told Sky Sports: “Aaron had an amazing season for Arsenal and played well all year. I’d agree with it for now.
“I’m coming in to push him and become the best goalkeeper I can become, while also making him the best goalkeeper he can become.”
- Ian Tuckey
It's all White for some…
England ace Ben White proves he’s gone overboard for Milly Adams — by taking her on a yacht holiday three weeks after asking her to wed.
The Arsenal defender, 24, was snapped strolling on a beach with 25-year-old Milly before making waves offshore.
They goofed about on the eight-berth vessel before Milly pushed him into the sea.
The couple have been joined by family and friends for the break in Ibiza — but found plenty of time for romance.
An onlooker said: “They were all over each other, and Ben seemed besotted with Milly.
“They only had eyes for each other, despite being with company.
“They were laughing a lot and joking together as they leapt into the sea. Ben was picking her up a lot and they really seemed to be having a great time.
“It certainly looked more fun than being with the England team.”
- Ian Tuckey
Red Devils duel Gunners for Lisandro
Manchester United have reportedly joined Arsenal in the race for Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez.
The Gunners are rumoured to have had a £25million bid rejected for the Argentine ace.
And now the Red Devils have emerged as rivals to Arsenal for Martinez’s signature.
Boss Erik ten Hag has been asked to be kept in the loop with Martinez’s situation, according Sky Sports.
Martinez has spent the last three seasons at Ajax, winning two Dutch titles under Ten Hag.
And now it seems the United gaffer is keen on a reunion with the 24-year-old centre-back.
The Red Devils struggled at the back last season, with skipper Harry Maguire often coming under-fire for his performances.
Raphael Varane also struggled for consistency in an injury-hit first campaign at Old Trafford.
United are yet to make a transfer this summer, but Ten Hag appears open to linking up with Martinez once again.
However, the left-footed defender is also a target for Mikel Arteta, and understood to be interested by the idea of working under the Spaniard.
- Ian Tuckey
'Arsenal hunt for Tielemans boosted'
Arsenal's chances of landing Youri Tielemans have reportedly been boosted by Tottenham signing fellow midfielder Yves Bissouma.
Manchester United have also been linked with Leicester superstar Tielamans.
And Spurs securing Brighton's Bissouma means the Gunners have a clearer path to the Belgian.
- Ian Tuckey
Gunners eye another Martinez
Manchester United have reportedly joined Arsenal in the race for Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez.
The Gunners are rumoured to have had a £25million bid rejected for the Argentine ace.
And now the Red Devils have emerged as rivals to Arsenal for Martinez’s signature.
Boss Erik ten Hag has been asked to be kept in the loop with Martinez’s situation, according Sky Sports.
Martinez has spent the last three seasons at Ajax, winning two Dutch titles under Ten Hag.
And now it seems the United gaffer is keen on a reunion with the 24-year-old centre-back.
The Red Devils struggled at the back last season, with skipper Harry Maguire often coming under-fire for his performances.
Raphael Varane also struggled for consistency in an injury-hit first campaign at Old Trafford.
United are yet to make a transfer this summer, but Ten Hag appears open to linking up with Martinez once again.
However, the left-footed defender is also a target for Mikel Arteta, and understood to be interested by the idea of working under the Spaniard.
- Ian Tuckey
'I'm learning the Gunners' DNA'
New stopper Matt Turner is determined to keep possession of the ball better – because it's the Arsenal way.
The recruit from New England Revolution told Sky Sports: "The DNA of this team is possession-based and I believe that’s what they will expect from me when I get on the pitch.
"It’s the area of my game that some call a weakness but one where I’ve improved over the past few months.
"I’m connecting a few more passes, reading the game better and understanding the way I can hurt teams a lot better.
"We don’t play that [passing] style in New England but when I go with the national team, we do. When I have extended periods with the national team, I read the game better and make more passes.
"I’m excited to be at Arsenal to do that every single day instead of two or three weeks here or there."
- Ian Tuckey
Turner prize is Ramsdale's No1 shirt
Incoming Arsenal keeper Matt Turner hopes to oust Aaron Ramsdale as No1 – just like the England stopper did to Bernd Leno last season.
The 16-cap USA star, 27, is linking up with the Gunners this month after they agreed adeal with Major League Soccer side New England Revolution in February.
Turner is tipped to star the season as second-choice keeper as Leno is expected to leave.
But the MLS player of the year aims to 'push' Ramsdale' and make them both better players.
He told Sky Sports:"Aaron had an amazing season for Arsenal and played well all year. I’d agree with it for now.
"I’m coming in to push him and become the best goalkeeper I can become, while also making him the best goalkeeper he can become."
- Ian Tuckey
Juve get shirty as Inter close on Dybala
Juventus' official club shop has pulled Paulo Dybala shirts from the shelves.
The 28-year-old playmaker is on the verge of a move to bitter rivals Inter Milan after being linked with Chelsea, Manchester United, Arsenal and Tottenham.
Dybala is out of contract with Juve this summer, and confirmed last month he would be leaving the club with an emotional goodbye after seven years in Turin.
He does not officially become a free agent on June 30. But Juventus have made the decision to stop stocking 'Dybala 10' kits on their website early as nears an exit.
Meanwhile Federico Bernardeschi, Giorgio Chiellini and Alvaro Morata shirts remain on sale, despite the trio also being set to leave next month.
Football Italia claim the decision could be because the club feel betrayed by Dybala's decision to join arch-rivals Inter.
- Ian Tuckey
Gabriel appears to slam 'ungrateful' Arsenal fans
Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes appeared to slam some of the club's supporters after they criticised the decision to offer striker Eddie Nketiah a new deal.
Nketiah, 22, was heavily linked with a move away from the Emirates as his contract expired this summer.
But the Gunners announced on Saturday that the forward has now penned a new long-term contract to keep him in North London.
The club also handed Nketiah the No14 shirt – which was worn by club legend Thierry Henry.
It was a welcome move for many Arsenal fans as fellow strikers Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette have both departed within the last 12 months.
But others felt it was a mistake to keep Nketiah, an opinion which Gabriel seemed to take umbrage with.
Minutes after Nketiah's deal was confirmed, he tweeted: "How can you be so ungrateful! OMG 🙃."
And the centre-back also like a tweet which praised the decision to hand Nketiah the new contract.
It read: "Don't be fooled by the loud haters.
"Plenty of us are happy with the contract extension and don't mind the shirt number ❤️."
- Ian Tuckey
Mikel gives Ed up on striker's new deal
Manager Mikel Arteta has praised Eddie Nketiah after he signed a new long-term contract to stay at the club.
Arteta said: “I’m delighted Eddie is staying with us. He represents what we are all about and all the values of the club.
“We are very happy that he has extended his contract and now we have to get to work and continue to develop the great talent and person that we have in him.”
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- Ian Tuckey
Dembele ‘fine’ at Barca
We’re all slightly different on holiday, surely.
And having been linked with Manchester United, Arsenal and Chelsea in the past, Ousmane Dembele used his break to insist he’s ‘fine’ at Barcelona.
Some reports pounced on his brief holiday comment, when quizzed by a fan at links to Blues’ boss Thomas Tuchel – to suggest it’s a big blow to Chelsea in particular.
But can you really judge something like that when you’re put on the spot in such a way?
- Ian Tuckey
Red Devils duel Gunners for Lisandro
Manchester United have reportedly joined Arsenal in the race for Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez.
The Gunners are rumoured to have had a £25million bid rejected for the Argentine ace.
And now the Red Devils have emerged as rivals to Arsenal for Martinez's signature.
Boss Erik ten Hag has been asked to be kept in the loop with Martinez's situation, according Sky Sports.
Martinez has spent the last three seasons at Ajax, winning two Dutch titles under Ten Hag.
And now it seems the United gaffer is keen on a reunion with the 24-year-old centre-back.
The Red Devils struggled at the back last season, with skipper Harry Maguire often coming under-fire for his performances.
Raphael Varane also struggled for consistency in an injury-hit first campaign at Old Trafford.
United are yet to make a transfer this summer, but Ten Hag appears open to linking up with Martinez once again.
However, the left-footed defender is also a target for Mikel Arteta, and understood to be interested by the idea of working under the Spaniard.
- Ian Tuckey
Arsenal target Dusan 'only wanted to join Juve'
Dusan Vlahovic has finally opened up over snubbing Arsenal for Juventus and insisted there was only one club for him.
When asked about the offer from the Gunners, he told The Telegraph: “Maybe my agent knows but I never talked to anyone about it.
“I just had one club in my mind because Juventus is Juventus. There is nothing else to say.
“And now I feel honoured to be given this jersey. It’s incredible every time I put it on.
- Alex Cole
Fabio Vieira’s first words as Gunners player
Fabio Vieira underwent a medical at Arsenal on Friday afternoon ahead of a £30m move to the Emirates.
The Gunners agreed a transfer fee for the 22-year-old earlier this week, and are also understood to have agreed personal terms with the player.
Vieira will pen a five-year contract with the Premier League club.
The midfielder said: “I was always happy at Porto but this chance is important for any professional.
“Playing in the Premier League won’t be easy and I promise only to work, work, work.
“My agent worked on the deal between the two clubs and I accepted the deal because it was important for all parties. I have always watched the Premier League on TV.”
Playing in the Premier League won’t be easy and I promise only to work, work, work
Fabio Vieira
- Alex Cole
Xhaka’s yellow card vs Leeds investigated by National Crime Agency
Granit Xhaka’s yellow card against Leeds in December is being investigated by the National Crime Agency after a £65,000 bet on him getting booked was placed, writes Kealan Hughes.
It follows a six-month inquiry by the FA after being alerted to the incident by leading bookmakers.
The Arsenal star, 29, was booked for timewasting in the 86th minute of the Premier League match at Elland Road.
Xhaka delayed taking a free-kick with the Gunners leading the game 4-1 at the time, prompting referee Andre Marriner to show him a yellow card.
Bookies were alerted after a bet of £65,000 was placed during the game on him being booked in the match. It won the punter £250,000.
There has never been any suggestion of any wrongdoing by Xhaka or any other Arsenal player with the investigation not examining the midfielder’s behaviour.
- Alex Cole
A look back for Fabregas
Cesc Fabregas released by Monaco and in a statement, they praised the ex-Gooner.
It read: "He has an exceptional CV, with 833 top-level games played – with the earliest under Arsene Wenger's management and alongside Thierry Henry at Arsenal."
Fabregas scored 57 goals in 303 Arsenal games, winning the 2005 FA Cup with the Gunners.
Credit: Getty Capped 110 times, the midfielder also helped Spain win the 2010 World Cup as well as the Euro 2008 and 2012 titles.
Now a free agent, the Spaniard will need to find a new club if he is to prolong his football career.
- Alex Cole
Fabregas released by Monaco
Cesc Fabregas has been shown the door by Monaco after an injury-plagued stay on the French Riviera.
The former Arsenal and Chelsea star joined the Ligue 1 club amid high expectations in January 2019.
But Spain midfielder Fabregas has since made just 67 appearances for them – including a mere FIVE last season.
Monaco have now opted not to offer the 35-year-old a new contract.
- Alex Cole
Nketiah will wear Henry’s iconic No14 shirt
Eddie Nketiah will wear the No14 shirt from next season, having previously worn No30.
He joined the club at the age of 14 and rose through the ranks before making his competitive first team debut in 2017.
Nketiah has also been given the iconic No14 shirt, previously worn by Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and club legend Thierry Henry.
Aubameyang left the club in January after falling out-of-favour with Arteta and club officials.
- Alex Cole
Edu on new Nketiah contract
Technical Director Edu has lauded Arsenal's academy system after Eddie Nketiah signed a new contract to stay at the club.
It has recently produced a selection of stars such as Bukayo Saka and Emile Smith Rowe, as well as Nketiah himself.
Edu said: “The foundations of this squad are built on young talent and in particular those who have come through our Academy system.
"Eddie was released by another club as a young man but has always shown he has the attitude as well as the ability to become a top player.
"The fact he’s signed a new contract is an important part of our squad planning for next season and we’re all delighted.”
- Alex Cole
Arteta on new Nketiah contract
Manager Mikel Arteta has praised Eddie Nketiah after he signed a new long-term contract to stay at the club.
Arteta said: “I’m delighted Eddie is staying with us. He represents what we are all about and all the values of the club.
"We are very happy that he has extended his contract and now we have to get to work and continue to develop the great talent and person that we have in him.”
I’m delighted Eddie is staying with us
Mikel Arteta
- Alex Cole
Eddie Nketiah signs new long-term deal
Eddie Nketiah is STAYING at the club after agreeing a new "long-term" contract.
A club statement read: "Eddie has been with us since he was 14, making 92 first-team appearances and scoring 23 goals since his first-team debut in 2017.
"Eddie will wear the number 14 shirt from next season, having previously worn the number 30.
"The new contract is subject to the completion of regulatory processes."
- Alex Cole
Not a Fab deal for Porto
Porto’s decision to sell Fabio Vieira to Arsenal for £34m hasn’t sat well with former club president José Fernando Rio.
He thinks Porto have undersold the attacking midfielder.
Speaking to Rádio Renascença, via Record, he fumed: “The financial administrator had already announced the need to realise between €70-100m in capital gains this year, and I was already waiting for the bleeding to start.
“Obviously, we have to discount the intermediation costs. At Porto, we never know they are high or low, but normally they are quite high.
“President Pinto da Costa has been filling his mouth with numbers, saying that Porto has a situation that allows players to be negotiated only through the release clause, and we see that this is not true.”
- Alex Cole
Happy Birthday Martinelli!
Gabriel Martinelli is 21 today!
Martinelli, joined the North London side from Brazilian side Ituano in 2019.
After establishing himself as a first team regular under Mikel Arteta this campaign, the club have rewarded him with a new shirt number.
Having chipped in with five goals and as many assists in 28 Premier League games this term, the youngster will don the No11 shirt from next season.
- Alex Cole
Ozil set for career switch
Mesut Ozil is set for a new career once he hangs up his boots – by becoming a PROFESSIONAL GAMER!
Ozil’s agent Dr Erkut Sogut told The Telegraph: “He will go more into esports, play himself and maybe become an esports athlete.
“He’s really good, to be honest, at Fortnite and I think one day I wouldn’t be surprised if he is competing.
“He owns a team – M10 Esports – and he has players.
“He has a gaming house in Germany.
“He has football, like Fifa, and Fortnite.”
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