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Arsenal signing this promising 23-year-old star permanently would be a fantastic move by Emery
Why Arsenal should try to sign Dani Ceballos permanently
According to the Daily Express, Spanish playmaker Dani Ceballos has admitted that he is currently enjoying his time on loan at Arsenal and has absolutely no regrets over his decision to leave Real Madrid in the summer.
Having earned the trust of manager Unai Emery, the 23-year-old has also revealed that he is happy with his situation in North London and pleased to be playing regularly for the Gunners, something that wasn’t really the case with him during his time at Real Madrid. (h/t Express)
As per the report, Ceballos has also acknowledged the fact that he was frustrated with his lack of involvement in the first-team at the Bernabeu over the past couple of seasons following a move from Real Betis back in 2017 and a move to Arsenal has done his career a world of good.
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Ceballos made a total of 56 appearances for the Los Blancos over the past couple of campaigns, albeit a lot of those were merely cameos off the bench as a substitute.
However, things have certainly taken a turnaround for the 23-year-old in the positive direction since his temporary switch to North London earlier in the summer, with the Spaniard already establishing himself as a frequent starter under Emery.
The playmaker has made a total of 11 appearances for the Gunners in all competitions this term, including 5 starts in the Premier League, scoring once and assisting twice in the process. Emery has placed his trust in the Spaniard and he has so far repaid the manager’s faith in his abilities.
While those numbers are not overly impressive, the fans would probably acknowledge the fact that Ceballos has been an inspired addition to Arsenal’s midfield ranks.
The Madrid loanee has been at the centre of a lot of good things that the Gunners have achieved in the opening quarter of the ongoing campaign, endearing him to the hearts of the club faithful with his work-rate, commitment, eye for key passes and creativity.
With Mesut Ozil very much a marginalised figure these days and Aaron Ramsey no longer in the frame, the onus has been on Ceballos to spark that creativity for the Gunners in the final third and the 23-year-old has not risen to the occasion quite brilliantly.
Ceballos’ rich vein of form at Arsenal has earned him a call-up to the Spanish national team for the ongoing Euro 2020 qualifiers and if he continues to flourish in the coming months, it won’t be long before the Gunners start thinking about ironing out a deal with Real Madrid to sign him permanently.
The former Betis man has won plenty of hearts in North London with his desire and hunger on the pitch, while also catching the eye with his exceptional close control, technical abilities on the ball and all-around playmaking skills, meaning that the Gunners would be well within their rights if they were already considering a permanent deal for Ceballos.
To put things into perspective, Ceballos seems to have the perfect blend of attributes illustrated by two of their former players, Santi Cazorla and Aaron Ramsey, and it is easy to see that Arsenal making a move to secure a permanent deal for Dani Ceballos would be a step in the right direction.
The Gunners have made it a point to sign young and developing players since the appointment of Unai Emery, as evident from the recruitment of Lucas Torreira, Matteo Guendouzi, Gabriel Martinelli, Nicolas Pepe and William Saliba, and Ceballos, who is only 23, still has plenty of room for improvement in the years to come.
The Spaniard is already close to being a complete playmaking package in the midfield and one would expect him to get better with time, meaning that a permanent move for Ceballos would enable the Gunners to enjoy the fruits of his prime years.
With Ozil’s exit an inevitability, Ceballos has already established himself as a key part of Emery’s plans and he certainly has the qualities to be a tailor-made fit for the manager’s preferred style of play.
Keeping all the aforementioned factors in mind, it should be a no-brainer for the Gunners to enter into negotiations with Madrid over a permanent move for the 23-year-old, albeit such a stance is likely to depend on the Los Blancos’ asking price for the midfielder.
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However, if the price is right there is no reason why Arsenal shouldn’t start thinking about a permanent deal, given that Ceballos is unlikely to want to return to the Bernabeu next season to simply warm the benches.
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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