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ARSENAL HANDED ISAK TRANSFER BOOST

Arsenal may have just received a significant transfer boost as clubs begin preparations for the summer window. Despite the winter window closing only two weeks ago, Europe’s top teams are already making moves to secure their targets.

One of those clubs is Newcastle United, who have been linked with a move for Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo. According to reports from Spanish outlet Fichajes.net, the Magpies are prepared to spend £50 million on the 25-year-old, who has been in fine form this season with 14 goals and three assists in the Premier League. This development could have major implications for Arsenal, as it may open the door for a deal Mikel Arteta has long been keen to finalise.

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ARSENAL CLOSE IN ON FIRST SUMMER SIGNING

Arsenal look set to secure their first signing of the summer, with reports suggesting a four-year deal has been agreed in principle for Martin Zubimendi. The Gunners are already preparing for next season, and with several key players likely to leave, reinforcements are essential for Mikel Arteta’s squad.

Despite a depleted side, Arsenal managed a late 2-0 win over Leicester City at the weekend, with Mikel Merino stepping up to score twice off the bench. The victory masked deeper concerns, as injuries continue to pile up. Kai Havertz has been ruled out for the season following hamstring surgery, while Bukayo Saka has only just returned to training. Gabriel Jesus is also sidelined for the remainder of the campaign, with a knee injury expected to keep him out well into next season.

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KANE LINKED WITH SHOCK ARSENAL TRANSFER

Harry Kane has been tipped as the perfect player to complete Arsenal’s attacking puzzle, despite his deep ties to North London rivals Tottenham. Since leaving Spurs for Bayern Munich in the summer of 2023, Kane has thrived in the Bundesliga, scoring 72 goals in 73 appearances. His excellent form has not only seen him adapt to Bayern but also endear himself to teammates. With Arsenal searching for a clinical striker to elevate their trophy ambitions, Kane has been touted as a potential target, a move which would be controversial given his Tottenham roots.

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QUESTIONS RAISED OVER AYDEN HEAVEN

Manchester United’s January signing Ayden Heaven has already found himself at the center of controversy, with doubts raised about his character. The 18-year-old, who was brought in from Arsenal despite making just one senior appearance, is highly rated at Old Trafford, with the club hopeful he will soon become a key figure in the first team. Heaven was included on the bench for United’s FA Cup win over Leicester, and with Lisandro Martinez sidelined with an ACL injury, his first-team debut could come sooner than expected.

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SAKA STEPS UP RECOVERY

Bukayo Saka is intensifying his recovery from a hamstring injury as he aims for a return to action for Arsenal. The England international has been sidelined since undergoing surgery in December to repair a torn hamstring, but the Gunners are hopeful he will be ready to return in March to boost their title challenge and Champions League aspirations.

Saka is currently with the Arsenal squad in Dubai, continuing his rehabilitation away from the Emirates. This development comes as a positive sign for both the player and the club, as just a few weeks ago, Saka was seen on crutches after his surgery. On Monday, the club shared images of Saka working in the gym with a smile on his face, captioned “Stepping up that rehab.” These images showcase his determination to return stronger, and the reports over the weekend suggest Saka is targeting a comeback at the start of March.

AST CALL FOR FROZEN TICKET PRICES

The Arsenal Supporters’ Trust (AST) has urged the club to freeze ticket prices and introduce a 19-game Premier League season ticket for fans. With the current season ticket structure consisting of 19 Premier League games and four Champions League matches, the AST believes that a new ticketing option would benefit fans by lowering the upfront cost and making it easier for those who find it difficult to attend evening fixtures.

The current season tickets range from £1,073 for the cheapest to £2,050.50 for the most expensive adult ticket, with concessions of up to 50% available for juniors, seniors, and disabled access members. There is also a 25% concession for young adults. In response to increasing concerns over affordability, the AST proposed a new ticket that would cover only the 19 Premier League games, allowing fans to purchase tickets specifically for league matches without the additional cost of cup fixtures.

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MERSON REVEALS TITLE DECIDER FOR LIVERPOOL

Sky Sports pundit Paul Merson believes that Liverpool are just one step away from securing the Premier League title this season, with the key to it all lying in their upcoming Merseyside derby against Everton. Despite suffering a shock 1-0 defeat to Plymouth Argyle in the FA Cup, Merson is optimistic about Liverpool’s title chances, provided they win at Goodison Park.

The Reds are currently top of the table, with Arsenal trailing six points behind in second. Merson sees Liverpool’s victory over Everton as the moment that could all but wrap up the title. “If Liverpool win at Everton, they’d be nine points clear with 15-odd games left,” he said. “They’d have to lose four of them, which I think would be impossible.” According to Merson, a win against Everton would place Liverpool in an almost unassailable position, making it nearly impossible for Arsenal to catch them with so few games remaining.

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ATTACKING CRISIS AFTER MARTINELLI INJURY

Mikel Arteta was already aware that Arsenal’s attack would require adjustment, but the manager may not have anticipated needing to make such changes so soon. Arsenal’s inability to secure a new forward in the January transfer window has left the Gunners with a depleted attacking force, made worse by Gabriel Martinelli’s recent hamstring injury during their 2-0 loss at Newcastle.

The injury occurred just after Arteta discussed the need to “try something different” with his frontline, and now that necessity has arrived faster than expected. Martinelli, who travelled to Dubai for warm-weather training, has since undergone a scan, and reports indicate he will be sidelined for at least a month. This leaves Arteta scrambling for attacking options, especially since Bukayo Saka won’t return until next month following his own hamstring injury, and Gabriel Jesus will miss the remainder of the season after knee surgery.

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ARTETA SYMPATHISES WITH CITY STRUGGLES

Mikel Arteta has described Manchester City’s recent slump as “very strange” but insists the reigning champions remain a major threat in the Premier League title race. City have endured a torrid run, failing to win any of their last six games across all competitions, including a dramatic 3-3 Champions League draw with Feyenoord on Tuesday where they squandered a three-goal lead. Despite their struggles, City are second in the Premier League, eight points adrift of leaders Liverpool, who they face at Anfield on Sunday.

Arteta, who spent years as Pep Guardiola’s assistant at City, expressed his surprise at their dip in form but cautioned against ruling them out given their incredible consistency over the last decade. “What I have made of it is what they have done for nine years,” Arteta said. “I think that is what people have to talk about, how difficult it is what they have done for nine years consistently. And yeah, a bump—everybody has a bump. For them, it is very strange because in nine years they never had it.”

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TIMBER SHINES AS ARSENAL’S MOST CREATIVE FORCE

It may come as a surprise to learn that Arsenal’s most creative player in their emphatic 5-1 victory over Sporting wasn’t Bukayo Saka or Martin Ødegaard. Instead, it was Jurrien Timber, whose exceptional performance highlighted his growing importance in Mikel Arteta’s side.

The Dutch right-back was instrumental in Lisbon, creating three chances—more than any other Arsenal player—and delivering a sublime assist for Gabriel Martinelli’s opening goal. His pinpoint cross sliced through Sporting’s defense and goalkeeper Franco Israel with surgical precision, setting the tone for a dominant display. Beyond the assist, Timber led Arsenal in passes completed and touches, showcasing his control and influence on the game. On a night where Arsenal made a statement in Europe, Timber made his own statement about his place in the team.