Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta. (Photo by Eddie Keogh/Getty Images) Arsenal and Newcastle United continue to be linked with a move for the Bournemouth attacker Antoine Semenyo.  The 24-year-old winger has done quite well in the Premier League this season, scoring three goals in seven league games. His performances have attracted the attention of the two clubs and they are looking …

Former Juventus captain Gianluigi Buffon is grateful to the BBC defense for helping him extend his elusive playing career. The 2006 World Cup winner spent 19 years with the Bianconeri, filled with highs and lows. The custodian contemplated retirement on several occasions, but eventually remained active until the age of 45, ending his career following a second stint at his …

Barcelona’s goalkeeping situation is currently under scrutiny, especially with the injury of Marc-Andre ter Stegen.  According to reports from Mundo Deportivo, the club still views him as their long-term solution in goal. However, his future now hinges on how effectively he recovers from his recent injury. The club plans to conduct a thorough assessment of their goalkeeping options, taking into …

Manchester United have made a disappointing start to the Premier League season and they languishing in 14th place in the league table.  With just two wins from seven league matches, manager Erik ten Hag is under tremendous pressure and he could be shown the door if the results do not improve drastically.  It will be interesting to see if the …

Welcome to another Arsecast Extra, the Arsenal podcast, with myself and James from @gunnerblog. In this Interlull episode we chat about the Arsenal players who have been on international duty, including Bukayo Saka who has returned home after picking up a small injury with England. There’s discussion of Martin Odegaard amid rumours of a set-back, a little chat about a …

Amanda Staveley wants Eddie Howe at Tottenham (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) Former Newcastle United co-owner Amanda Staveley is reportedly keen to hire Eddie Howe as manager if she ends up taking over at Tottenham. Ange Postecoglou is currently Spurs manager, but it would probably be fair to say that his position won’t necessarily be that safe, especially if results …

Former Barcelona defender Javier Mascherano recently addressed claims that Lionel Messi couldn’t be challenged with the same intensity as other players.  In a short interview on the YouTube channel Shoot for Love, Mascherano confidently dismissed these allegations. He explained that during training sessions, Messi was treated just like any other player, even when he was the best on the pitch. …

Brentford manager Thomas Frank has been talked up as an ideal candidate for the West Ham United job amid links with Manchester United as well in recent times. Frank has shone at Brentford and it’s easy to see the Danish tactician having an impact at a bigger club, even if someone like Man Utd might seem like a bit too …

Paris Saint-Germain defender Milan Skriniar remains fond of his time in Italian football while Juventus continue to loom on the horizon. The 29-year-old gained fame after joining Sampdoria in January 2016. His exploits at the Luigi Ferraris gained him a big-career step-up, as Inter pounced on his signature in the summer of 2017. The Slovakian became a stalwart at the …

Barcelona midfielder Gavi is edging closer to making his return, with reports suggesting that the club’s staff are ready to give the green light.  Journalist Fabrizio Romano has revealed that the Barcelona board is keen to prioritise Gavi’s contract negotiations, viewing him as a vital component of their long-term plans.  Alongside Pedri, Gavi’s new deal is one of the club’s …