There has been much talk about which player Arsenal could possibly buy this summer in order to strengthen their attack, after failing to add any outfield players last time around. Manager Arsene Wenger does have the money and the freedom to buy more quality stars, though he never seems to push for deals above a certain fixed amount, which is quite sad from the fans point of view.
Last summer when we desperately needed to sign a striker, the French manager failed to push through a deal for some high quality targets, which eventually saw us sign no attacker at all. A singing could have made a huge difference, in a season, which saw the top English clubs fail to perform at their best and Leicester City eventually won the Premier League title.
This time things can be different, as the Gunners have already made their intentions clear that they are looking to reinforce their squad with the signing of Granit Xhaka this early in the window. There is a clear need to sign a world-class striker who can provide 25-30 odd goals in the upcoming campaign as Olivier Giroud’s goal drought midway through the campaign cost the north London outfit their opportunity at winning the league.
Wenger has various options to choose from, but two young talents, that he can possibly sign are Paulo Dybala and Alvaro Morata. Further, though every fans dream would be to watch both these high quality stars play at the Emirates, it is obvious that only one of them could be at Arsenal next term, if a deal goes through.
Now the question remains, who should it be? Both players are still young with superb shooting ability and are surely stars for the future. They are currently with Serie A champions Juventus and are wanted by a host of clubs across the European continent. Due to this they are competing for places in the Juve starting eleven, against each other and with Mario Mandzukic and Andrea Favilli, as well.
This has reduced the game time that each attacker has got, as Massimiliano Allegri has encouraged quite a bit of squad rotation. It seems inevitable that one out of the two could be on the verge of an exit from Turin, though which player the Londoners eventually are keen to sign, remains to be seen.
In my opinion, the 22 year old Argentine international, Dybala would be the ideal choice for Arsenal because he has more pace than his team-mate and is more of a play-maker as well, though Morata is not slow by any stretch of imagination. The former Palermo man invites fouls and make quick runs through the opposition defence, which combined with the pace and trickery of Alexis Sanchez and the creativity of Mesut Ozil, could destroy any opposition defence.
Morata is a strong player who has really good ball control, but he is in some ways similar to Giroud, though he is quicker and more energetic than the French international, but the Spaniard definitely contributes more than Giroud to the game. Despite that, Wenger could really use a player of Dybala’s pace, in case Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain or Theo Walcott have any intention of leaving the club.
Dybala also has a better goal scoring record than the former Real Madrid star, with the former scoring 19 goals in 34 appearances, in comparison to Morata’s 15 in 63 matches. Surely Wenger would want to sign either play if he can, though Dybala definitely has a slight edge over his teammate.
Arsenal host Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday in what could prove decisive for the Gunners’ Premier League title ambitions. Arsenal sit top of the table with 61 points from 28 matches, five points clear of Manchester City, who still have a game in hand, while Chelsea occupy 7th with 45 points after being held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by Burnley at Stamford Bridge last weekend.
This represents a huge opportunity for Mikel Arteta’s side to put further distance between themselves and the chasing pack before facing Brighton away on Wednesday. Chelsea arrive at the Emirates in patchy form under Liam Rosenior, who has won just two of his eight league matches since replacing Enzo Maresca in January despite an encouraging start to his tenure.
Kick-off: 4:30 GMT, Sunday, March 1, 2026
Venue: Emirates Stadium
TV: Sky Sports
Kai Havertz Returns to Haunt Former Club
Mikel Arteta confirmed on Friday that Kai Havertz will train on Saturday ahead of the Chelsea clash, giving the German a chance to feature against his former employers. Havertz has been sidelined with a hamstring injury since early February, but scored the winner in Arsenal’s 1-0 Carabao Cup semi final victory over Chelsea earlier this month.
The 26 year old has endured a nightmare campaign with injuries limiting him to just 158 Premier League minutes this season, though he has still managed two goals and two assists when available. Viktor Gyokeres has flourished in Havertz’s absence, scoring twice in the 4-1 North London Derby demolition of Tottenham last weekend.
Rosenior Yet to Face Top Six Opposition
Liam Rosenior faces his first test against a top six side in the league since taking charge of Chelsea, having only faced teams sitting 7th or lower during his opening eight matches. His winning run needs proper context, given the quality of opposition, with recent dropped points against Leeds and Burnley at Stamford Bridge exposing serious vulnerabilities.
Arteta has beaten Rosenior twice already this season in the two legged Carabao Cup semi final, and the Spanish manager will fancy his chances of completing a treble over the Chelsea boss. Bukayo Saka should be fit despite limping off late against Spurs, while Ben White remains doubtful with a niggle.
Predicted Lineups: Arsenal (4-3-3): Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber; Rice, Zubimendi, Odegaard; Saka, Gyokeres, Eze
Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Sanchez; James, Disasi, Colwill, Cucurella; Fernandez, Caicedo; Madueke, Palmer, Mudryk; Jackson
Also read: Kai Havertz Injury Update: Real Timeline and Medical Details Revealed!
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Update Given Following Arsenal Injury Scare as Olivia Smith Discharged From Hospital After Being Stretchered Off During FA Cup Win Over Bristol City
Arsenal star Olivia Smith has been discharged from hospital after being stretchered off the field during their Women’s FA Cup game against Bristol City. The forward, who joined the Gunners in the summer, played just under an hour before being forced off with pictures showing a neck brace around the 21 year old at Meadow Park.
This was a worrying moment for Arsenal supporters watching on Sunday afternoon. The Canadian international went down, receiving lengthy treatment before being taken off on a stretcher as a precaution. Thankfully, the injury appears to be far less serious than initially feared.
Left Hospital Yesterday Evening
According to Arsenal reporter Tim Stillman, Olivia Smith left the hospital yesterday evening after tests were run and will return to be assessed this week ahead of the March international break. This is brilliant news for Arsenal, who cannot afford to lose Smith for any length of time, given her importance to the team.
It is believed that her involvement with Canada is still up in the air, with the Canucks facing a triple header of friendlies against Colombia, Argentina, and the United States over the coming two weeks. Arsenal’s next match sees them face London City Lionesses in mid March.
Big Boost for Champions League Hopes
With no video available for Arsenal’s cup game against Bristol City, there was huge concern surrounding Smith’s condition for those unable to attend the game at Meadow Park. Thankfully, what seemed initially to be a severe injury has turned out to be a fairly minor incident.
While Stina Blackstenius and Alessia Russo are both more than capable options to lead the line, it has been Smith who has been Renee Slegers’ favoured choice and proven to be a brilliant signing since her arrival from Liverpool. Having Smith likely available for both legs of the Chelsea Champions League quarter final is a massive boost for Arsenal’s hopes of retaining their European crown.
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Arsenal Star Named WSL Player of the Month for January as Midfielder Continues Outstanding Form Following 400th Appearance Milestone
Kim Little has been named January’s Barclays Women’s Super League Player of the Month, recognition that follows her 400th appearance for Arsenal. The captain has made an outstanding start to 2026, completing every minute in the WSL and helping secure two clean sheets and four points from fixtures against Manchester United and Chelsea.
Little drove the midfield against United in the 0-0 draw at the Emirates Stadium and was again pivotal in the disciplined defensive display at Stamford Bridge that delivered that historic 2-0 win over the Blues. This is absolutely deserved recognition for one of Arsenal’s most influential players, who continues to perform at the highest level despite being 35 years old.
400th Appearance Came in Belgium
Little’s landmark 400th appearance came in Belgium as Arsenal won 4-0 at OH Leuven to close in on a Champions League London derby with Chelsea. The Scottish playmaker came on as a second half substitute in the 82nd minute, replacing Olivia Smith, to reach 400 appearances.
This achievement is even more notable given the time she spent playing in the USA and Australia during her career. Little has become one of the defining figures of the modern Arsenal era, establishing herself as an absolute legend at the club.
Chelsea Awaits in Champions League Quarterfinals
Provided nothing dramatic unfolds at Meadow Park next week, Chelsea awaits in the quarterfinals of the UEFA Women’s Champions League. Arsenal hold a commanding 4-0 advantage from the first leg and are overwhelming favorites to progress to a mouth watering London derby in the last eight.
Little will be central to Arsenal’s hopes of defending their Champions League crown, with the midfielder’s experience and leadership qualities proving invaluable during the knockout stages of major competitions. Her consistent performances continue to set the standard for everyone around her.
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