In recent weeks, Arsenal fans have demanded a change in the form of their manager. The one and only reason behind that is the team’s continuous failure in the second half of the season. The players have performed exceptionally well in the initial stages, but they have failed to capitalize their chances in the second half of the game.
The club recently has declared that they are financially capable to compete with the big boys for top talent in world football. Many teams from England will go through a big transition because to be honest, they need it. Chelsea has been very poor this season and so has Manchester United. Arrival of Pep Guardiola to Manchester City will bring a complete transformation at the Etihad as well.
A change is necessary, and a change for something better is never bad. Wenger staying or not staying will be a completely different issue, but what the recent reports states is, Arsenal are preparing a £30m Daniel Sturridge bid as Arsene Wenger finally wants a top class striker in his squad.
Daniel Sturridge in his old London times struggled a lot with Chelsea as he was not given the enough playing time, and so he decided to join the red army, Liverpool. The English striker has been phenomenal in his time at Liverpool and saw a great growth in his career.
But, after the arrival of Jürgen Klopp, the player seems to have an unhappy time at Liverpool and would be tempted to think about a possible move. The doubts over Daniel Sturridge’s future started after his injuries started and he eventually lost his position to the young Belgian striker Divock Origi.
Klopp did appreciate his performance against Villarreal, but it doesn’t seem that the player is willing to stay there. According to the reports, Arsenal are trying to get this player in the squad as they are now finding the solutions for their attacking problems.
Is this Englishman a perfect answer for the Gunners? Let’s find out-
Firstly, talking about the stats-
Giroud and Danny Welbeck are the only strikers Arsenal have this season. Giroud in his 37 appearances for the club has scored just 13 goals with a shooting accuracy of 52%, while Welbeck in his 10 appearances has scored 4 with an accuracy of 69%.
Daniel Sturridge missed most of the games this campaign due to his injuries, but he still managed to feature in 13 games for the side and score 8 goals with a shooting accuracy of 57%. He’s even bettered the passing attribute in his number of appearances as he possesses an average passing accuracy of 79%.
Talking about his transfer to Arsenal; we all know what Sturridge is capable of. He is an extremely quick player and has the technique to get past the defenders with the same. He can play in a number of attacking positions as well. Even though he has struggled a lot lately in Liverpool, we cannot argue over the fact that the 26-year-old Englishman is a lethal finisher of the ball and this ability has been missing in Giroud the entire season. His composure in front of goal is very outstanding and he can well linkup with Sanchez and Ozil to score the goals.
Football has really evolved in recent times, and one of the traits that has emerged is the players’ off the ball ability. Daniel Sturridge’s eye for goal makes him a lethal finisher, but his techniques off the ball can profit Arsenal in many ways. Arsenal’s game is all about possession. The side plays a traditional passing game to find a goal and Sturridge can well fit into the plans of Arsene Wenger.
He can surely blend himself in Arsenal’s style of play. In Arsenal’s fluid passing and steady possession game, Sturridge can be a lethal weapon in the team. He is also capable of linking up with the teammates and that’s exactly Wenger wants from his players. Besides all those attributes, he has an advantage of being a Premier League player. If a new player is brought, he will have to understand the league and surely the process will take time. Buying Sturridge will be an advantage for Wenger and will save the time as well.
After the departure of Robin van Persie, Arsenal and their fans have missed the striking abilities a lot. We cannot judge Sturridge over them, but he surely has his own traits that can be used to compete for the right honour.
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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