Arsenal 2-2 Boca Juniors - Highlights

Arsenal blew a two-goal lead and face more questions about their defensive frailties ahead of the new season after Boca Juniors battled to a 2-2 draw in the Emirates Cup on Saturday afternoon.

Arsenal showed little sign of missing Cesc Fabregas as summer signing Gervinho impressed to set up Robin van Persie for the opening goal on 27 minutes, with Aaron Ramsey doubling the lead at the start of the second half.

However, the Gunners once again hit the self-destruct button at the back as mistakes from Sebastien Squillaci and Johan Djourou were punished when the Argentinian side struck twice in four minutes.

Thierry Henry Ready For Arsenal Return

Thierry Henry is interested in returning to Arsenal in a coaching capacity.

The World Cup and European Championship winner admitted that he could be tempted to move into coaching when he eventually retires - and perhaps even back at Arsenal.

"I would like to. It's a big thing. I would love to be part of the club one day, but it's not up to me," New York Red Bulls striker Henry said.

"Right now, I think I they are in the right hands and we know that."

Henry admits he will have "goosebumps" when he takes to the field at the Emirates again this weekend.

"It is going to be pretty emotional, every time I come back here it's the same," he said.

"It's going to be a difficult game, but we are going to try our best."

Wenger : Samir Nasri Loves Arsenal

Arsene Wenger remains hopeful of keeping Samir Nasri.

The French tactician is confident contract rebel Samir Nasri will sign a new deal.

He said: "Samir loves the club, like Cesc. They both do.

"Every day we read that they are going somewhere but they are still with us."

Wenger added: "My wish is Nasri stays with us for a bit more, and I am convinced he will."

Marouane Chamakh Expecting Second Season To Be Easier

Marouane Chamakh feels his second season in the Premier League could be a bit easier than his first.

The Moroccan kicked off his Gunners career in impressive fashion with some strong early performances before tapering off when Robin van Persie returned to fitness and form.

However Chamakh has declared that the upcoming campaign may be slightly easier for him personally as he knows what to expect.

"No, I think it'll in fact be easier," he told the club's official website.

"I understand both the football and the group better, and I now have many friends in this team. So I aim to keep improving and to make a big contribution.

"Your first pre-season is always difficult, you have to accustom yourself to new training and make new friends, but we're all together and everything looks fine."

Feyenoord Wants Ryo Miyaichi Back On Loan

Reports have surfaced that Dutch club Feyenoord in once again interested in signing Ryo Miyaichi on a loan deal.

Feyenoord technical director Martin van Geel intends to fly to London next month for discussions with the Gunners over the 18 year old winger.

"Arsenal are waiting for a yes or no on the application of a work permit for Ryo," Van Geel explained to Voetbal International.

"In mid-August, they hope to obtain an answer about it and I'm actually planning to fly to London."

Van Geel had previously stated Miyaichi could be surplus to requirements at Feyenoord this season, but after consideration the Dutchman admits versatile Miyaichi would help bolster other areas of his attack.

"We're not so strong in terms of our attackers," he added. "Ryo can actually deal with all positions up front.

"In regards to the left wing, that is doubly occupied. But for all other places up front we could do with strengthening."

Arsene Wenger Unhappy With Cesc Fabregas

It has been revealed that Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is unhappy with the attitude of Cesc Fabregas.

The Daily Mail says Fabregas is not training with the Arsenal first team and manager Wenger has no plans to include him in his squad for the Emirates Cup this weekend.

Wenger has not been impressed with his captain's sulky manner since returning from a summer break and the Spaniard appears set to get his way, with the Gunners expected to accept a package worth close to £40m.

Barcelona could make a new bid for Cesc this weekend.

Samir Nasri : I Will Only Join Manchester City!

It has been revealed that Samir Nasri will reject Manchester United and join Manchester City should he leave the Emirates.

Radio RMC has reported that the French international has told United representatives that he wants to join City and has agreed terms with the Blues.

The Arsenal star has been offered €6m-a-year net by big-spending City, €2m more than United's deal.

United manager Sir Alex Ferguson admitted defeat in the race for Nasri last week.

Jay Emmanuel-Thomas Completes Switch To Ipswich

Arsenal midfielder Jay Emmanuel-Thomas has completed his move to Championship side Ipswich.

The 20-year-old captained the Arsenal youth team to the FA Youth Cup back in 2009, and was strongly regarded as a player who could break into the senior squad with his level of ability.

However, he managed just one senior start and four substitute appearances for the team, and has had to ply his trade with other clubs to gain first-team football.

The midfielder becomes the Suffolk club's second signing of the day, after adding David Stockdale on a one-year loan deal from Fulham earlier in the afternoon.

James McCarthy Linked With A Move To Arsenal

Arsene Wenger is reportedly ready to bid for Wigan Athletic midfielder James McCarthy.

The Daily Mail has reported that the French tactician is understood to have made an enquiry about the 20-year-old earlier in the summer, but was told he was not for sale.

The Republic of Ireland international has been in impressive form since signing from Scottish side Hamilton Academical in 2009.

And now with the potential departures of midfielders Cesc Fabregas and Sami Nasri, Wenger is considering going back to Wigan with a bid for the midfielder.

Liverpool have been linked with the midfielder as well, but Wigan boss Roberto Martinez is keen to keep hold of the youngster, especially with the expected departure of Charles N'Zogbia to Aston Villa this week.

AC Milan On The Verge Of Signing Cesc Fabregas

Interesting news are out and it has been revealed that AC Milan are in the frame to beat Barcelona for midfielder Cesc Fabregas, it has been revealed.

Cristiano Ruiu, who is with Telelombardia Antennatre, has revealed Milan have agreements with Arsenal and Cesc's camp over terms.

Ruiu, speaking with TMW, says Milan vice-president Adriano Galliani's "Mr X" is indeed Cesc.

He revealed, "For the last ten to fifteen days, I have to say that sources have told me Mr X is Fabregas and he will arrive in late August.

"There are agreements with Arsenal and with the entourage of the player, thanks to the mediation of Mino Raiola who in these last days has been in London."

Barcelona executives were in London over the weekend for talks with Arsenal, but are still to find agreement.

Cologne 1-2 Arsenal - Match Highlights

Gervinho scored twice in his first 15 minutes as an Arsenal player as the Gunners beat Cologne 2-1.

The Ivory Coast international, signed from French champions Lille by Arsene Wenger this summer, made a promising start by opening the scoring just seven minutes into the game.

Eight minutes later he made it 2-0 at the RheinEnergie Stadion before being withdrawn after 29 minutes with what seemed to be a minor knock. Carl Jenkinson's spectacular own goal provided the German side's consolation.

Everton Reject Arsenal Bid For Phil Jagielka

Skysports.com is reporting Everton have rejected a bid from Arsenal for Phil Jagielka.

Gunners boss Arsene Wenger has held a long-term interest in Jagielka and he is thought to have firmed up the interest with a bid in the region of £10million.

The Frenchman has made a new central defender one of his top priorities this summer and Jagielka is thought to be on his wanted list along with Birmingham's Scott Dann.

The 28 year old only signed a new four-year contract last March and Everton value the England significantly higher than the £10million offer made by Arsenal.

Denilson To Join Sao Paulo On Loan

Denilson has confirmed that he will be leaving Arsenal and join Brazilian club Sao Paulo.

The 23 year old will join the Brazilians on-loan for the new season.

It was rumoured during the week a loan deal back to Sao Paulo, the side he started his career with, could be in the offing and he appeared to confirm this on Twitter.

Denilson said: “I’m coming back,” adding: “Returning my roots. More than a dream come true ....”

Arsenal Give Barcelona 2 Week Deadline To Sign Cesc Fabregas

It has been revealed that Barcelona have been given a two-week deadline to meet Arsenal's asking price for Cesc Fabregas.

The Sun has reported that Barca have two weeks to meet Arsenal's £40million asking price for Cesc or the unsettled Spanish midfield star will stay put at the Emirates.

Last night a top Barca source admitted: "Arsenal have let it be known that unless a deal for Cesc is sorted by the end of the month then he will stay in London.

"They said although they never wanted to sell their captain they were prepared to reluctantly accept Cesc's request to come home.

"They've insisted they have been very fair to Cesc and Barcelona and this situation is not healthy for them and has to end.

"They are not prepared to wait much longer and after staying silent throughout the summer, they will issue a public statement to draw a line under this matter at the start of next month.

"We understand there is no way they will sell Cesc for what we offered but the decision rests with our president Sandro Rosell."

Arsenal Sign Joel Campbell From Deporivo Saprissa

Reports have surfaced that Arsenal have clinched the signing coup of Deporivo Saprissa starlet Joel Campbell.

It is understood that the Gunners will part with a fee of just under £1million for the 19-year-old forward.

Campbell has made just three senior appearances for Deporivo Saprissa, one of Costa Rica's top clubs, but has already caught the eye of many European scouts.

It is expected that Arsenal will then send him out on loan as he has not played in 75 per cent of Costa Rica's games.

He is, however, considered to be an exciting prospect for the future and Arsenal have seen off interest from Italy and Spain in securing his services.

Emmanuel Frimpong Wants To Prove Himself To Arsene Wenger

Emmanuel Frimpong hopes he can stake a first team claim during their Far East tour.

The 19 year old defensive midfielder is one of the younger members of the squad that has travelled to Asia and he knows the games in the Far East present him with a chance to play his way into Arsène Wenger’s plans ahead of the new season.

Frimpong told Arsenal.com : “It’s a big opportunity for me to show what I can do,”.

“I’m here to try and get in the team and show the manager what I can do so hopefully it all goes well.

“The more time I spend on the pitch, the more confident I feel. I’m still not 100 per cent fit but that will come, I just have to be patient.”

Arsenal Approach Newcastle United For Jose Enrique

Arsenal have approached Newcastle United for fullback Jose Enrique.

The Daily Mail has reported that Newcastle manager Alan Pardew is resigned to losing Enrique.

Arsenal have contacted Newcastle about signing the 25-year-old defender and they have been quoted £8million.

Arsene Wenger's first choice to replace Manchester City signing Gael Clichy remains Leighton Baines but Everton would want at least £15m.

Malaysia All-Stars 0-4 Arsenal - Highlights

Arsenal's maiden Asian tour under Arsene Wenger started in comfortable fashion as they enjoyed a 4-0 win over a Malaysia All-Star XI in Kuala Lumpur.

Aaron Ramsey opened the scoring from the penalty spot after only five minutes, Theo Walcott and Carlos Vela both produced accomplished lobs and Tomas Rosicky headed home in added time to give the Gunners a confident start to their pre-season programme.


szólj hozzá: Malaysian XI 0-4 Arsenal

Wenger : Keeping Samir Nasri Will Prove Arsenal's Ambition

Arsene Wenger has revealed that keeping Samir Nasri will prove Arsenal's ambition.

The French tactician insists that Arsenal needs Nasri more than it needs the money - and that's why selling him is not on Wenger's agenda.

Wenger reiterated when he spoke to reporters in Malaysia : "Samir's situation is clear for me - he stays,".

"I've told you that we are in a position where we can say 'No.' And we will [in the case of Nasri]."

It was put to Wenger that keeping Nasri with no guarantee that he will sign a new contract represents a £20million gamble - the fee his suitors are reportedly prepared to pay.

"You are the same people who reproach me for not spending money and now you reproach me for wanting to spend it!" replied Wenger.

"It is in the interests of the Club," he went on. "Imagine the worst situation - we lose Fabregas and Nasri - you cannot convince people you are ambitious after that.

"And even if you lose Nasri, to find the same quality player, you have to spend again the same amount of money. Because you cannot say that you lose the player and you do not replace him.

“I believe for us it is important that the message we give out - for example you see about Fabregas leaving, Nasri leaving - if you give that message out you cannot pretend you are a big club.

“Because a big club first of all holds onto its big players and gives a message out to all the other big clubs that they just cannot come in and take [players] away from you.

“We worked very hard with these players for years to develop them and now it’s time for us to keep them together.”

Arsenal Complete The Signing Of Gervinho From Lille

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger have confirmed that the club have signed Gervinho from Lille.

The French tactician also claimed that both Samir Nasri and Cesc Fabregas will be staying at The Emirates next season during a press conference in Malaysia at the start of the Gunners' pre-season tour.

Ivory Coast striker Gervinho has been in talks with Arsenal for a week after the clubs agreed a fee earlier in the month, though the player may not join up with his new team-mates in South East Asia due to visa issues.

Wenger added that Nasri was "very happy" at Arsenal and would be staying, as would the club's talismanic skipper Cesc Fabregas, despite the player's desire to move to Barcelona.

Theo Walcott Wants Arsenal To Keep Hold Of Stars

Theo Walcott has hinted at frustration with Arsenal's transfer policy.

The England international star attracted an enquiry from Chelsea earlier this summer and concedes he wants to see changes in the Gunners' transfer plans.

Walcott said : "We play great football but we might need a bigger squad,".

"We also need to keep hold of our best players.

"The boss has said that he is going to spend as well and add to the team. That will be crucial.

"I will be very keen to see who comes and goes. As a team last season it was disappointing.

"We need to move that step closer and maybe should have done a lot better in the last stretch.

"There are a lot of teams like Manchester City and Liverpool coming into the frame now. It is not going to be an easy Premier League.

"We need to concentrate on the future and hopefully it is going to be bright for us next season."

Arsenal Table £18 million Bid For Stewart Downing

Arsenal have tabled a massive £18 million bid for Aston Villa winger Stewart Downing.

But it's still not enough.

Skysports.com has reported that Arsenal have lodged an £18million bid for the England international winger.

However, Villa owner Randy Lerner is demanding £20 million to sell the former Middlesbrough star.

Lerner rejected £15 million from Liverpool for Downing last week.

Thomas Vermaelen Desperate To Have Injury Free Campaign

Thomas Vermaelen endured an injury-hit 2010/11 campaign, restricting him to just five first-team appearances compared to his debut season in England, when he figured in 45 games and became the rock at the heart of the Arsenal’s back four.

The Belgian centre-half is now determined to make up for lost time when he returns to first team action.

"I am really excited, especially after last year," the 25 year old told the club's official website.

"I want to prove myself again and show the people what I'm able to do.

"Personally, yes, of course I am more determined, I played a lot of games in my first year and I hoped to do well in my second year but unfortunately I had a big injury and I couldn't play a lot so I couldn't show the people a lot.

"I'm determined to go on the pitch this year and fight for it.

"But the most important thing is the team of course and I hope we can work as hard as we can as individuals and make the team as strong as we can."

Samir Nasri Offered New Arsenal Contract

Arsenal have made a new contract offer to Samir Nasri.

The London Evening Standard reported that Nasri refused to sign a five-year contract worth £90,000 a week earlier this year but manager Arsene Wenger is hoping a higher offer will make the midfielder change his mind.

It worked last summer when the Arsenal boss convinced captain Cesc Fabregas to ignore Barcelona's overtures by increasing his weekly pay to £110,000.

Fabregas is still expected to join the Spanish giants before the start of the season but Wenger hopes a similar tactic will encourage Nasri to commit to the club.

He has the option to offer the former Marseille star, who joined Arsenal for £15.8million in 2008, the same £110,000-a-week package, which is nearly double Nasri's current £60,000-a-week deal.

Nasri, who has just one year remaining on his current deal, is wanted by Manchester United, Manchester City and Chelsea.

Ryo Miyaichi Joins Arsenal For Asia Tour

Arsenal fans will get their first look at Ryo Miyaichi in a Gunners shirt on their Asia preseason tour.

Arsenal have included Japan youngster Miyaichi, who has returned after a successful loan spell in Holland at Feyenoord, in their tour squad.

Gunners manager Arsene Wenger, though, rejected suggestions the 18-year-old's participation was purely a cunning marketing ploy.

"He is on the plane because he is quality," the Arsenal manager said.

"It is a good opportunity for him to show that he has the talent to play for Arsenal.

"Everybody will be curious to see him play in Asia."

Cesc Fabregas Not Included In Arsenal Preseason Tour

Cesc Fabregas has been left out of Arsenal's squad to the Far East for their preseason tour.

Barcelona remain determined to sign the midfielder, though Arsenal's £40 million valuation is stalling talks.

Gunners boss Arsene Wenger said: "We will take the strongest possible squad, but Fabregas will not travel because he still has a small muscular problem. He will stay and practice here.

"There is a doubt about [Emmanuel] Eboue who has done his calf."

Marouane Chamakh Wants To Prove Himself At Arsenal

Marouane Chamakh is determined to stay and prove himself at Arsenal.

The striker endured an inconsistent first season at the Gunners.

French giants PSG are chasing the Chamakh this summer, but French sources say the Morocco international is only thinking of a future with the Gunners.

Chamakh failed to score a Premier League goal after November last season.

Legends : Ray Parlour

Raymond "Ray" Parlour or simply Ray Parlour spent his career playing for Arsenal, Middlesbrough and Hull City.

During his Arsenal career he was nicknamed "The Romford Pelé"; although the nickname was given with an ironic sense of humour, on account of his solid performance but unglamorous image.

Nonetheless he has been described as an "unsung hero" and praised as a "fans' favourite" for his high-energy performances.

Parlour is most famous for his time at Arsenal, where he played for 14 years. He joined Arsenal as a trainee in 1989, and made his debut for the Gunners against Liverpool on January 29, 1992.

Parlour won the League championship (1998, 2002, 2004), FA Cup (1998, 2002, 2003), League Cup (1993) and the European Cup Winners Cup (1994).

Full name : Raymond Parlour
Date of birth : 7 March 1973
Place of birth : Barking, London, England
Height : 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Playing position : Midfielder

Legends : Nigel Winterburn

Nigel Winterburn played at left back for Arsenal and is best known for his role alongside Tony Adams, Martin Keown and Lee Dixon, forming one of the meanest defences in the Premier League and European football during the 90's.

Winterburn began his Arsenal career at right back, an emergency measure employed by Graham after he'd been unsuccessful in finding a worthwhile replacement for Viv Anderson.

Winterburn made a total of 584 appearance for Arsenal winning the League Championship (1989, 1991, 1998), FA Cup (1993, 1998), League Cup (1993) and the European Cup Winners Cup (1994).

Full name : Nigel Winterburn
Date of birth : 11 December 1963
Place of birth : Arley, England
Height : 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)
Playing position : Left-back

Legends : Lee Dixon

Lee Michael Dixon or more famously know as Lee Dixon is a former English professional footballer born in Burnley and formed part of the Arsenal defence from the late 1980s, through till 2002.

Dixon was signed by Arsenal boss George Graham in January 1988 following the departure of England right back, Viv Anderson, to Manchester United.

Dixon made a total of 619 appearance for the Gunners scoring a total of 28 goals along the way.

Dixon won the League Championship (1989, 1991, 1998, 2000), FA Cup (1993, 1998, 2002) and the European Cup Winners Cup (1994) with Arsenal.

Full name : Lee Michael Dixon
Date of birth : 17 March 1964
Place of birth : Burnley, England
Height : 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Playing position : Right-back

Legends : Sol Campbell

Sulzeer Jeremiah "Sol" Campbell or better known as Sol Campbell controversially joined Arsenal in 2001 from rivals Tottenham Hotspur on a free transfer.

In his five years and 135 appearances at Arsenal he won two Premier League winners medals and two FA Cup winners medals, encompassing the 2001–02 League and FA Cup double, and being part of the team that became known as The Invincibles for their undefeated 2003–04 Premier League campaign.

Campbell was also part of the side that lost 2–1 to Barcelona in the 2006 UEFA Champions League Final, in which he scored the only goal for Arsenal.

Full name : Sulzeer Jeremiah Campbell
Date of birth : 18 September 1974
Place of birth : Plaistow, England
Height : 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in)
Playing position : Centre back

Legends : Kanu

Nwankwo Christian Nwosu Kanu or better known as Nwanko Kanu was signed by Arsenal for approximately £4.15 million.

Kanu has won a UEFA Champions League medal, a UEFA Cup medal, three FA Cup Winners Medals and two African Player of the Year awards amongst others. He is also one of few players to have won the Premier League, FA Cup, Champions League, UEFA Cup and an Olympic Gold Medal.

In all he played 197 games for Arsenal (nearly half of them as a substitute), scoring 44 goals and in 2008 Kanu was voted 13th in the "Gunners' Greatest 50 Players" poll.

Full name : Nwankwo Christian Nwosu Kanu
Date of birth : 1 August 1976
Place of birth : Owerri, Nigeria
Height : 1.97 m (6 ft 5 1⁄2 in)
Playing position : Second striker

Legends : Marc Overmars

Marc Overmars is the former Arsenal winger and is best known as a right-footed left winger, although he is able to use both his feet with equal precision and power.

Known for his speed, Overmars' nicknames included "the Roadrunner" or its famous sound "meep-meep".

Overmars was signed by Arsène Wenger's Arsenal in the summer of 1997 for £5.5 million.

He scored many vital goals for Arsenal, including one in the 1998 FA Cup Final and another in a 1–0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford, which helped Arsenal to secure the Double in his first season there.

Date of birth : 29 March 1973
Place of birth : Emst, Netherlands
Height : 1.74 m (5 ft 8 1⁄2 in)
Playing position : Winger

Legends : David Seaman

David Andrew Seaman or simply David Seaman is a former English football goalkeeper who played for several clubs, most notably Arsenal.

The peak of his career was during his period as Arsenal and England goalkeeper in the 1990s and early 2000s; during his time at Arsenal he won many medals including three league championships (1991, 1998, 2002), four FA Cups (1993, 1998, 2002, 2003), the League Cup in 1993 and the European Cup Winners Cup in 1994.

During this time he also played in the 1998 and 2002 World Cups, and Euro 96 and Euro 2000, and is England's second-most capped goalkeeper with 75 caps, after Peter Shilton.

Seaman's career highs came in his successful performance in UEFA Euro 96 and in Arsenal's UEFA Cup Winners' Cup, Premier League and FA Cup (including a superb save from Paul Peschisolido in the FA Cup 2002–03) campaigns in the mid-90s and early-2000s.

Full name : David Andrew Seaman
Date of birth : 19 September 1963
Place of birth : Rotherham, England
Height : 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Playing position : Goalkeeper

Legends : Robert Pires

Robert Emmanuel Pirès or simply Robert Pires and is best known for his time with Arsenal, with whom he won three FA Cups and two FA Premier League titles including the club's famous unbeaten season of 2003–04.

A former France international, Pirès earned 79 caps between 1996 and 2004 for his country as well as winning both the 1998 FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro 2000.

Pirès has played the majority of his career as a left winger, but can also play all across the midfield or in a position to support the striker.

Full name : Robert Emmanuel Pirès
Date of birth : 29 October 1973 (1973-10-29) (age 37)
Place of birth : Reims, France
Height : 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in)
Playing position : Winger/Attacking midfielder

Legends : Patrick Vieira

Patrick Vieira rose to prominence during his time at Arsenal from 1996 to 2005, where he won three Premier League titles – one unbeaten – and four FA Cups, eventually becoming club captain.

The influential midfielder left Arsenal in 2005 and in August 2008, Vieira was ranked the fifth-greatest Arsenal player of all-time in a fan poll conducted on the club's official website.

On a less positive note, he also ranks among the players to have appeared in the English game with the worst disciplinary record, having been sent off 10 times during nine years at Arsenal.

Full name : Patrick Vieira
Date of birth : 23 June 1976
Place of birth : Dakar, Senegal
Height : 1.92 m (6 ft 3 1⁄2 in)
Playing position : Defensive midfielder

Legends : Martin Keown

Martin Raymond Keown or simply Martin Keown is widely regarded as one of the best man-markers of his generation.

Keown made over three hundred appearances for Arsenal and won nine major trophies and was part of the squad that reached the Uefa Cup Winners Cup in 1995 and the Uefa Cup in 2000. He retired from professional football in 2005.

Keown made his England debut in 1992 against France and went on to win 43 caps for the national side, forming a respected defensive partnership with Arsenal teammate Tony Adams.

Keown made a total of 449 appearances for Arsenal scoring a total of 8 goals along the way.

Full name : Martin Raymond Keown
Date of birth : 24 July 1966
Place of birth : Oxford, England
Height : 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in)
Playing position : Defender/Defensive midfielder

Bolton Set 10-day Deadline For Arsenal To Make Gary Cahill Offer

It has been revealed that Bolton have given Arsenal a 10-day deadline to make a formal offer for defender Gary Cahill.

Arsenal have expressed their interest in the England international for some time now and the Trotters are believed to be getting frustrated with the non-committal of the Londoners.

According to Goal.com, Arsenal have offered youngsters Carlos Vela and Henri Lansbury as well as a fee for Cahill but Bolton just want £17million as soon as possible.

"Bolton want the deal done as soon as possible so they have plenty of time to make preparations for the new season without Cahill and formulate their transfer strategy," a source close to the negotiations said.

"Basically, they want it all sorted out by the end of next week and if it isn't, then they might close the door on any deal until the next window."

Thiago Motta Not Interested In Joining Arsenal

Inter Milan midfielder Thiago Motta has no intention of leaving the Italian giants for Arsenal this summer.

Motta's agent Alessandro Canovi told Corriere dello Sport : "I believe his future is at Inter,".

"He wants to stay here, he still has two years left in his contract and has never requested to leave.

"Until stated otherwise, he will remain at Inter."

The Italy international joined Inter in the summer of 2009 from Genoa and played an important role in the club winning a Serie A, Coppa Italia and Champions League treble.

The 29 year old Italian international could regain his starting place at Inter this season since he will be working again under new coach Gian Piero Gasperini.

"Gasperini has arrived and he is a fan of Motta, with whom he has done always well," said Canovi.

Legends : Emmanuel Petit

Emmanuel "Manu" Laurent Petit is a retired French footballer, who played his club football for Monaco, Arsenal, Barcelona, and Chelsea. He represented France at international level.

Petit joined Arsenal in June 1997 £2.5m, and Arsène Wenger switched Petit from centre-back to defensive midfielder, and partnered him with fellow Frenchman Patrick Vieira.

The French duo formed a midfield partnership which brought instant success, as Petit won the Double with Arsenal in his very first season, clinching both the Premier League title and the FA Cup.

Altogether, in the three seasons in his Arsenal career, Petit made 118 appearances and scored 11 goals, including a stunning drive from outside the area against Derby County (which was also the winning goal), during the 1997–98 season.

Full name : Emmanuel Laurent Petit
Date of birth : 22 September 1970
Place of birth : Dieppe, Seine-Maritime, France
Height : 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in)
Playing position : Defensive midfielder

Legends : Dennis Bergkamp

Dennis Nicolaas Maria Bergkamp is a former Dutch professional footballer. At club level he played for Ajax, Internazionale, and Arsenal, and also represented the Netherlands at international level.

Bergkamp played most of his best games as a support striker, where his tactical awareness and deft passes made him a great exponent of the game from the 'hole'.

He was selected by Pele as one of the FIFA 100 greatest living players and is widely regarded as one of the Premier League's all-time greatest players. In 2007 he was inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame, the first and thus far only Dutch player ever to receive the honour.

He has also finished third in the FIFA World Player of the Year award twice. He studied and received a first class degree in Mechanical engineering from the University of Bath, choosing to study there during the summers of his time spent at Arsenal.

Full name : Dennis Nicolaas Maria Bergkamp
Date of birth : 10 May 1969
Place of birth : Amsterdam, Netherlands
Height : 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in)
Playing position : Second striker

Legends : Ian Wright

Wright enjoyed success with London clubs Crystal Palace and Arsenal, spending six years with the former and seven years with the latter.

With Arsenal he has lifted the Premier League title and both major domestic trophies, and the European Cup Winners Cup. He played 581 league games, scoring 387 goals for seven clubs in Scotland and England and earned 33 caps for the English national team.

After retiring from the game he has been active in the media, usually in football related TV and radio shows. His sons, Shaun and Bradley Wright-Phillips, are both professional footballers.

Full name : Ian Edward Wright
Date of birth : 3 November 1963
Place of birth : Woolwich, London, England
Playing position : Striker

Legends : Tony Adams

Adams spent his entire playing career of 22 years as a defender at Arsenal, and is considered one of the club's greatest players of all time by the club's own fans and was included in the Football League 100 Legends.

With Arsenal, he won four top flight division titles, three FA Cups, two Football League Cups, a UEFA Cup Winners' Cup, and three FA Community Shields.

When his playing career finished Adams went into football management, spending periods in charge of Wycombe Wanderers and Portsmouth before his current role as the manager of Azerbaijan side Gabala FC.

Full name : Tony Alexander Adams
Date of birth : 10 October 1966
Place of birth : Romford, England
Height : 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Playing position : Defender

Arsenal To Sign Kevin Doyle?

It has been revealed that Arsene Wenger is planning a £12 million bid for Wolves striker Kevin Doyle.

The Mirror has reported that the French tactician has targeted Doyle for a surprise switch to the Emirates and will test Mick McCarthy’s resolve to keep the Republic of Ireland international this summer.

Doyle is high on Arsenal’s hit-list of transfer priorities and Wenger wants him to spearhead a new-look Gunners team that will have a British spine.

Wenger is a huge admirer of the 27-year-old’s lung-busting work rate and he first came on the radar during Ireland’s World Cup play-off with France in November 2009.

The Gunners boss was commentating for French TV and raved about Doyle’s performance - and is now preparing to offer him the chance to become part of a new Arsenal era nearly 18 months later.

Gael Clichy Joins Manchester City

Gael Clichy has completed his move to Manchester City for a reported £7 million fee.

The French international left back completed his medical early on Monday and spent the afternoon meeting with club officials to seal his move north from Arsenal and become Roberto Mancini's first summer signing.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has thanked the departing Gael Clichy for ‘eight years of terrific service’.

“We would like to thank Gael for eight years of terrific service to Arsenal, during which time he gave absolutely everything for the club,” he told the club’s official website.

“He has grown and developed so much since joining us in 2003, and has been a crucial part of the team over recent seasons. Gael leaves with our respect and best wishes. We wish him the very best for his future career.”

Man City Table £27 Million Bid For Gael Clichy, Samir Nasri

Premier League rich boys Manchester City are reportedly tabling a £27 million offer for Arsenal pair Gael Clichy and Samir Nasri.

The Daily Mail has reported that the Eastlands club are close to finalising a £7m deal for Clichy and will offer the Gunners the kind of deal that will be difficult to refuse if Nasri, as expected, fails to agree new terms at the Emirates.

Clichy was pictured leaving a restaurant in Manchester on Sunday night and he prepares to become the first big name to walk out on Arsenal this summer.

In Nasri's case, he is set to enter crunch talks with manager Arsene Wenger on Thursday when he reports of the start of preseason training.

Arsenal Yet To Make Offer For Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain

Southampton is still waiting for a bid from Arsenal for highly-rated midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.

It was said that Oxlade-Chamberlain, now age 17, would be at the centre of a summer tug-of-war between Arsenal and Manchester United, who had both been monitoring his progress.

Gunners boss Arsene Wenger has been tipped to reignite his interest before the end of the summer, but Southampton insists that there is no offer on the table.

Southampton boss Negel Adkins said : "Alex is our player and we don't want to lose him,".

"We have not received any bids and until we do there is nothing to discuss. He will travel with us for our pre-season tour of Switzerland."

It's thought that Southampton will be happy to entertain an offer of around £10 million for Oxlade-Chamberlain, though that fee may represent somehwat of a gamble as the England Under-21 international has thus far only impressed at League One level.

Arsenal Face Competition From Inter Milan For Ricky Alvarez

Inter Milan is confident of beating Arsenal for Velez Sarsfield midfielder Ricky Alvarez.

The Gunners believed they had an agreement with the 23 year-old about a move to London.

However, the Nerazzurri stepped in with a counter-offer and a five-year contract worth €1.2m per season.

Corriere dello Sport says Inter met with his agent yesterday and the move could be completed as early as this week.

The player has an Italian passport, so does not take up an EU slot in the transfer budget.

Jack Wilshere Wants Arsenal Stars To Stay

Arsenal youngster Jack Wilshere is hoping that the Gunners do not lose their stars this summer.

Samir Nasri, Gael Clichy and Cesc Fabregas are expected to leave the London based club in the coming weeks.

Wilshere told Sky Sports News : "Obviously we want them to stay,".

"They are part of Arsenal and big players for the club so we want them to stay, but we will see.

"I am going back for pre-season tomorrow and we will see."

Tomas Rosicky Wants Fabregas To Stay

Tomas Rosicky remains hopeful that Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas will stay.

The 30 year old Czech Republic international has yet to give up hope that Fabregas will stay at Arsenal, despite European champions Barcelona appearing to be set to complete a £35million deal.

Asked about the future of his club captain, Rosicky said: "I was talking to him on the phone recently, but I don't know.

"Even if I knew, I wouldn't tell. I would like to see him stay because he is a good mate as well as an excellent football player."

Manchester City Join Race To Sign Samir Nasri

Manchester City is ready to rival Manchester United for Arsenal midfielder Samir Nasri.

According to The Sun, Manchester United boss Alex Ferguson was prompted to start talks for Nasri once City declared their interest after losing out on Alexis Sanchez.

Now City are planning the first big move for the French international, who has a year left on his contract after arriving in a £15.8m move from Marseille three years ago.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger had been adamant that he was desperate to keep the player and would not sell to United.

But Nasri, 24, has refused to sign a contract extension, demanding assurances that Arsenal are ready to compete again with United and Chelsea by bringing in big signings. But they were not forthcoming.

Arsenal can cash in now - or risk losing Nasri for nothing at the end of next season.

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain Set To Complete Arsenal Switch

Arsenal is closing in on a deal for Southampton wonderkid Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.

The Sun has reported that the Gunners last night started talks with Southampton over the teen.

Wenger is certain to sign the 17-year-old midfielder for £12m.

But the main sticking point is how the transfer will be broken up with the Gunners likely to cough up an initial £6m.