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Five Ligue 1 Players Who Could Be Coming To The Premier League: Featuring Arsenal And Tottenham Targets
In recent years, we have seen lots of players cross the channel and come to ply their trade with varied success. It has proven to be a reliable place to shop for Premier League sides and I’d expect there to be more players arriving from Ligue 1 this summer. We have already seen Andre Ayew arrive at Swansea and I believe that will just be the start.
The first player who could come to England from France is Alexandre Lacazette who has a growing reputation across Europe after scoring more than 40 goals in his last two seasons at Lyon. He is a pacy forward who causes defences lots of problems with his intelligent movement in the final third. At the age of 24, he could be ready to move to one of Europe’s biggest clubs and there are a few teams in England who would benefit from adding Lacazette to their squad. Last season he managed to score 27 league goals and get 6 assists which highlight his quality in the final third. He can score different sorts of goals with his finishing and long shots both being major strengths in his game. Liverpool, Arsenal, Manchester City and Manchester United may all be in the market for a striker this summer and this Frenchman may be at the top of their list.
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Yohan Cabaye is a player well suited to the Premier League as he showed in his spell at Newcastle United and the midfielder is available this summer. He has been linked with Arsenal and Tottenham in recent days, but the Frenchman has a lot of quality and could be an option for some of the bigger sides in the league. As he has been sat on the bench at PSG his stock has dropped, but a return to the Premier League could see his career get back on track before the Euros. He will suit Tottenham, Liverpool and Arsenal, but if none of these clubs are interested, then a move to Palace or West Ham would be beneficial ahead of the European Championships next year. Newcastle fans will dream of the midfielder returning to St James’ Park, but that looks unlikely for a number of reasons.
Andre Ayew arrived to Swansea as a free agent and another player who is a bosman this summer is Andre-Pierre Gignac. The forward has been a regular goalscorer throughout his career in France, but the time has come to test his abilities abroad and the Premier League could be the perfect platform for the physical striker. His aerial ability, strength and intimidating frame makes him tailor made for English top flight and it isn’t a surprise that West Ham, West Brom and Newcastle have all been linked in recent weeks. The 29 year old managed to score 21 goals for Marseille over the past season, appearing in every league match which shows the striker is fit and will be capable of playing a leading role for a Premier League side next season.
On the defensive front, Monaco centre half Aymen Abdennour could be available given he isn’t the first choice for his club. He played a key role in the club’s Champions League triumph over Arsenal and he caught the eye of several English clubs over the two legs. Tottenham and Newcastle have been linked with the Tunisian defender due to comments made by his agent. He is a modern day defender who is very good on the ball and capable of bringing it forward while his passing is impressive. He is well built, therefore the physicality of the league shouldn’t be a problem in the long run, but he may take some time to adapt as the Premier League is very different to Ligue 1.
The final player who could interest Premier League clubs is Dimitri Payet, who has been linked with a move to England for quite some time. Everton are the most recent club to be linked with the mercurial winger and it could be the perfect move for the Marseille winger. He has put in some scintillating performances over the last year resulting in a season tally of seven goals and seventeen assists which is an incredible return for a winger. His creativity makes him an attractive proposition for several clubs across Europe, and a move while high on confidence could be the perfect time for Payet. His passing and crossing are both big parts to his game as showed by his assist tally. Payet is also an effective set piece taker and his long shooting ability makes him a threat from distance. If Everton manage to purchase the winger without competition, they will have done a great deal.
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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