Arsenal seem quite desperate to sign yet another striker this summer, after manager Arsene Wenger realized the importance of additional reinforcements for his front-line after last season’s disappointing conclusion for the Gunners. The north London giants have tried to sign quite a few attack minded players in the current campaign already and have failed at doing so till now, with the French boss eager to push through a deal for a world-class striker.
With a host of players already being linked with a move to the Emirates, it seems now that the saga of Lyon’s Alexandre Lacazette to Arsenal will not be ending any time soon.
There has been a recent report suggesting that the 25 year old France international is still wanted by the Londoners and that a final bid of £35m has now been made.
Though the attacker might be an asset to have in the side, it is still not clear whether he is worth the money that the Ligue 1 outfit are demanding or not.
From the point of view of a Gooner, personally, the deal would totally be worth it for the club. If a player like Paul Pogba can be worth more than a £100m, as he is what Jose Mourinho desperately needs, we can surely spend the amount for a 21 goal forward.
The Frenchman made a total of 37 appearances in all competitions for Lyon for that tally, which seems to be a good return. Olivier Giroud’s goal drought hurt us and Theo Walcott and Danny Welbeck are too inconsistent, the latter due to his injury issues.
The former Manchester United man will once again miss a huge portion of the season and it is high time “we” stop relying on such injury prone stars.
The other option would be wait for Wenger to try and fail once again, as deadline day approaches and eventually stick to the same list of players once again, with a few additions here and there and then get welcomed to chants of “Wenger out”.
It makes no sense to chase some unrealistic targets, who have no intention of signing and eventually end up wasting more crucial time in the transfer window, while some of our fierce opponents are signing value addition player.
If we look back at the transfer season so far, we can see the difference between “us” and a club like United, City or even Liverpool. Chelsea are also doing fairly well and this growing threat of our domestic rivals should finally make Wenger realize that the window is not a joke.
We can’t keep losing out on players just because the price is not high or due to a notion that the boss has that they will not be worth the money. We need to keep and open mind and look at our rivals as an example.
Take the case of Anthony Martial, who signed for the Red Devils. Would Wenger ever dream of spending that much money for a 19-year-old? NEVER!!
Yes, we have added three marquee signings in the form of Mesut Ozil, Alexis Sanchez and Petr Cech over the past three years. However, we need more than a Granit Xhaka to win us the league and other cup competitions now.
The fact remains that there is still a void at the back and in the attack as well which needs to be filled soon. Fatigue and injuries kill the flare that our team shows season after season and it is high time to change that, if we want to be serious contenders for more than just FA Cups in the upcoming campaign.
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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