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Mikel Merino gained some much-needed playing time for Spain during the recent international break, and the midfielder is now ready to start games for Arsenal.

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Lee Dixon recommends a new England star to Arsenal

Former Arsenal star Lee Dixon has recommended an England international for the Gunners to consider signing. Mikel Arteta’s side is always on the lookout for top talent, but they are selective about who meets their standards.

Arsenal FC News / Sporting News / October 17

Mikel Arteta to unleash Arsenal star's 'unbelievable brain' on Premier League rivals

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is confident over a midfield secret weapon for the Gunners as the Premier League returns.

Soccer News / SempreMilan / October 17

CaughtOffside: Arteta wants De Ketelaere at Arsenal – what it means for Milan

Charles De Ketelaere has certainly relaunched his career following his move to Atalanta from AC Milan, and he is attracting interest from Arsenal and other Premier League clubs, as per a report.

Lille News / Caught Offside / October 17

Arsenal legend tips Mikel Arteta to sign star who’s shown 'he can play alongside Declan Rice'

Arsenal legend Lee Dixon has suggested that he could see Lille midfielder Angel Gomes being a transfer target for his old club as he looks like a quality player who’d link up well with Declan Rice.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / October 16

Arsenal man suffers a setback in bid to return to full fitness

Takehiro Tomiyasu is facing an extended spell on the sidelines after suffering a setback in his recovery from injury. The defender has been an important player for Mikel Arteta’s team, but his time at Arsenal has been plagued by frequent injuries.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 16

Arsenal expected to make approach to sign Premier League striker who reminds Mikel Arteta of Thierry Henry

Arsenal have a long-standing interest in Alexander Isak and are expected to push to sign him next summer. The Newcastle United forward has adapted well to life in the Premier League since his move in 2022 from Real Sociedad.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 16

Arsenal can sign transfer target in January for less than his actual release clause

According to Mundo Deportivo, Arsenal transfer target Joan Garcia’s release clause will drop down to £20m from £25m in the January transfer window. The Espanyol goalkeeper was linked with a move to the Gunners in the summer transfer window and there is every chance that Mikel Arteta’s team could target a move for the Spanish goalkeeper once again.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / October 15

Ethan Nwaneri will hope Mikel Arteta has followed him during the international break

Arsenal is facing uncertainty over the fitness of several key players as the international break comes to an end. The Gunners have arguably been hit harder by the international break than any other club.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 15

Arsenal will get close look at 22-year-old who fits Arteta & Edu transfer profile

Georgiy Sudakov has been linked with Arsenal recently and they will be able to have a close up view of his talents on Tuesday night when Shakhtar Donetsk visit the Emirates in the Champions League.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 15

Mikel Merino’s return will give Mikel Arteta yet another midfield conundrum

Arsenal’s midfield isn’t at its strongest right now without Martin Odegaard, who, according to speculation, may not return until December. An intriguing midfield debate that could potentially polarize the Gooners has surfaced.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / October 14

Let’s dream – Can Arsenal win all the Major trophies in one season?

Can Arsenal win all the Major trophies in one season? The moment Mikel Arteta took over in December 2019, Arsenal started to rise and a huge amount of improvement was seen.

Arsenal FC News / Extratime Talk / October 14

Arsenal Winning Streak at Tottenham Delights Arteta

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta could not hide his joy after leading his young Gunners side to another win over Tottenham away from home on Sunday in the Premier League.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / October 13

Report – Arsenal and Chelsea tracking South American youngster

Arsenal has a strong reputation for giving opportunities to young players, whether they were developed at the Emirates or signed from other clubs. Mikel Arteta has maintained that tradition, and he could add a new talent to his squad in January or at the end of the season.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 13

Can Manchester City lure Arteta to replace Guardiola?

Manchester City had Mikel Arteta on their coaching staff for at least three years before he became Arsenal’s manager at the end of 2019. Since taking over at Arsenal, the Spaniard has established himself as one of the top coaches in football, transforming the team into the second-best in England.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 13

Arsenal remain unbeaten without our best XI in any single game – A sign of winners?

Season after season, Gooners have been saying for 20 years that maybe next season will be ours. Now, former Arsenal player Adrian Clarke suggests that this could finally be the season when the Gunners bring victory to the Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / October 13

Arsenal have by far the best defence and it’s defence that wins trophies! It’s fact

Arsenal has been on the rise ever since Mikel Arteta took over in December 2019, and there has been significant improvement ever since. Even though they have gone through a rough period, Arteta and Edu have been able to rebuild the team into a formidable team.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 11

Arsenal is competing with Liverpool and Real Madrid for Brazilian teenager

Arsenal is working hard to continue improving its squad at the Emirates and remains committed to nurturing young talent. The Gunners have one of the best football academies in the world, having produced several top players over the years.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 11

Arsenal have advantage in three-way transfer tussle for Benjamin Sesko because of Mikel Arteta guarantee

Arsenal have done extensive research on Benjamin Sesko ahead of a possible summer transfer. The Gunners are long-time admirers of the 21-year-old striker, and although they failed to bring him to the Emirates this year, could revisit signing him next year.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 11

Three bold decisions Arteta made this summer that divided Arsenal fans but are proven correct

Arsenal has had a bright start to this campaign. 10 games into the season, they remain unbeaten, which is just incredible. In the league, they have won five games and drawn two, accumulating 17 points.

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / October 11

Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta eyeing up €80m Premier League duo for 2025

Arsenal continue to go from strength to strength under Mikel Arteta and in order to keep his squad competitive for the 2025/26 campaign, the Spanish coach

Mikel Arteta News / Caught Offside / October 11

Arsenal in talks to triple midfielder’s contract following glowing Mikel Arteta review

Arsenal are set to make Ethan Nwaneri the Premier League’s third-highest-paid teenager. The 17-year-old has enjoyed an impressive breakthrough this season and looks to be the Gunners’ most high-potential youth product.

Bologna News / Caught Offside / October 10

Arsenal star sends message to Mikel Arteta with ruthless international performance

Leandro Trossard made a huge statement with his match-saving performance for Belgium against Italy in the Uefa Nations League on Wednesday. The Red Devils went 1-0 down in the opening minute thanks to a goal from Juventus wideman Andrea Cambiaso, while in-form Atalanta striker Mateo Retegui made it 2-0 in the 24th minute.

Aston Villa News / FirstSportz / October 5

Mikel Arteta gives major update on Martin Odegaard’s Arsenal return after horrific injury

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta provided a major update on Martin Odegaard as well as details of his return following a horrific injury. The 25-year-old club

Rennes News / Yardbarker / October 2

How Arsenal, Man City's midfields could decide Premier League

How Arsenal, Man City's makeshift midfields could decide Premier League

Arsenal and Manchester City's title challenges were dealt similar blows last month, as both teams lost key midfielders to injury for the rest of the 2024-25 season.

Bukayo Saka appears to have settled his feud with Arsenal legend

Arteta pays tribute to PSG for believing in him as an 18-year-old

Tottenham star shares injury update after recent concern

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