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Mikel Arteta admits Aston Villa are in great shape ahead of their meeting

Arsenal are preparing to face Aston Villa for the second time in December and will be eager to secure a victory, though the challenge is far from straightforward.

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'We believe' Madueke speaks on ending Arsenal’s wait for the title

Noni Madueke is aiming to compete for trophies with Arsenal after joining the club this season from Chelsea. The Gunners continue to strengthen their squad with some of the finest talent available, and Madueke’s arrival in the last transfer window reflects their ambition to assemble a team capable of challenging at the highest level.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 29

Arsenal loanee returns to action after spell injured

Reiss Nelson is enduring another injury-disrupted loan spell during his time at Brentford, although the attacker has now made a welcome return to fitness.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 29

Guardiola reveals why Man City struggled last season in message to Arsenal

Manchester City endured a surprisingly poor campaign last term, ultimately allowing Liverpool to claim the league title. For much of the season, there was an expectation that Arsenal would be best placed to capitalise if City failed to dominate as usual.

Mikel Arteta News / The 4th Official / December 29

Arsenal Are Facing Stiff Competition From Tottenham For This Talented Midfielder: Should Arteta Snap Him Up?

In a recent report, Gazzetta dello Sport stated that Arsenal are facing stiff competition for Club Brugge midfielder Aleksandar Stankovic. It is understood that the Gunners would have to rival Tottenham Hotspur, Borussia Dortmund and Bayer 04 Leverkusen in the race to land the Serbian talent next year.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 29

Tottenham makes contact to hijack Arsenal’s move for midfielder

Arsenal are continuing to assess options to strengthen their squad and have identified Club Brugge midfielder Aleksandar Stankovic as a player of strong interest.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 29

Report – Arsenal wants to sign Hoffenheim’s teenager

Arsenal are continuing their search for elite young talent as they look to strengthen a squad that is already regarded as one of the strongest in Europe.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 29

Watkins wants to help Aston Villa beat Arsenal with his family watching

Ollie Watkins will be eager to inflict another setback on Arsenal when Aston Villa travel to the Emirates this week. The Gunners are preparing to face a Villa side in outstanding form, having won 11 consecutive matches in all competitions.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 29

Arteta reveals Arsenal’s plans for next month

Arsenal are among the clubs that could still make additions during the January transfer window, despite the business they completed in the summer. The Gunners have remained at the top of the EPL and Champions League tables after Christmas and are firmly focused on challenging for both trophies.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 29

Stephen Warnock urges Liverpool to sign Arsenal man

Jurrien Timber has emerged as one of Arsenal’s standout performers this season, with the Dutch defender delivering a series of impressive displays that have made it difficult for Ben White to secure regular game time.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 29

Nacho Monreal names three youngsters he expected to make it at Arsenal

Nacho Monreal was part of the Arsenal squad during a period when several highly rated young players were emerging from the club’s academy. At the Emirates,

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 29

Report – Arsenal to pick between two young midfielders

Arsenal are actively monitoring the market for emerging talent, with two young players currently attracting strong interest from the club. The Gunners have built a reputation for developing promising youngsters and remain committed to assembling a squad capable of progressing together over the coming seasons.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 29

Juventus makes a new effort to spoil Arsenal’s plans for their player

Arsenal are reportedly exploring the possibility of signing Kenan Yildiz from Juventus, although the Italian club are making clear efforts to retain the attacker.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 29

When was the last time Mikel Arteta felt comfortable in an Arsenal game?

Every competition Arsenal are involved in this season carries significant importance, and there is an expectation that they must consistently deliver victories.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 29

Opinion: Arsenal doesn’t need to keep their youngsters to win the league

There have been growing calls for Arsenal to send some of their young players out on loan during the January transfer window, a move that could benefit both the players and the club.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 28

Noni Madueke reveals how Mikel Arteta convinced him to join Arsenal

Noni Madueke joined Arsenal in the summer in a move that initially divided opinion among supporters. Many fans were frustrated by Mikel Arteta’s continued recruitment of players from Chelsea and questioned whether some of those signings were of the required standard.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 28

Xhaka reveals he changed things after clashing with Arsenal fans

Granit Xhaka experienced a serious breakdown in his relationship with Arsenal supporters in 2019, an episode that ultimately led to him losing the captaincy at the club.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 28

How Arsenal wants to approach the January transfer window

The January transfer window offers clubs an opportunity to address weaknesses that have emerged during the first half of the season. For Arsenal, it arrives at a time when injuries have disrupted the rhythm of their campaign and tested the depth of their squad.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 28

Neuer explains why he snubbed Arsenal under Arsene Wenger

Manuel Neuer is widely regarded as one of the greatest goalkeepers the game has ever seen, with many observers believing he stands alone at the very top.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 28

Arteta gives more updates on the fitness of Calafiori

Mikel Arteta has provided further details on the injury that prevented Riccardo Calafiori from playing in Arsenal’s match against Brighton. The defender had been set to start the game and was expected to be a key figure, as he has been for much of the season.

Antoine Semenyo News / Just Arsenal / December 28

Semenyo wants future sorted before the first Arsenal game of 2026

Arsenal are interested in signing Antoine Semenyo, but circumstances surrounding his future could mean they face him, or miss him, at the start of 2026, a situation the attacker reportedly wants to avoid.

Mikel Arteta News / Just Arsenal / December 28

Arteta praises Arsenal’s medical department after Gabriel’s return from injury

Gabriel has returned from injury after spending at least a month on the sidelines, and his availability represents a significant boost for Arsenal at a crucial stage of the season.

David Raya News / Just Arsenal / December 28

Merson says Raya has provided a moment to remember if Arsenal wins the title

David Raya produced a stunning save for Arsenal during their match against Brighton, a moment that may prove decisive in the title race. The Spaniard’s intervention was so significant that Paul Merson believes it could ultimately define the season.

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / December 27

Arsenal prepared to hijack Man City move for Premier League player

Arsenal currently sit top of the Premier League, and in order to consolidate their position, signings could be made in January – with one in particular that could provide a massive boost in their expected battle with Man City.

Gabriel Jesus News / Extratime Talk / December 26

Arsenal Striker Gabriel Jesus and Why Arsenal Function Better With Him

There is a growing debate around the Arsenal striker situation right now. Viktor Gyokeres has struggled to fully impose himself, while often-injured Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus has quietly reminded people why the Gunners often function better with him leading Arsenal’s attack.