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'Three weeks ago' Paul Merson explains how much the title race has changed

Paul Merson has reflected on how the Premier League title race has shifted in recent weeks, with Manchester City now significantly closer to Arsenal at the summit.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 22

Report – PSG joins Arsenal in the race for La Liga attacker

Paris Saint-Germain has become the latest club to join Arsenal in the race for Julian Alvarez, amid growing indications that this could be his final season at Atletico Madrid.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 22

Arsenal is looking to sign highly rated AC Milan man

Arsenal have once again been linked with a move for AC Milan forward Rafa Leao as they continue to pursue high-quality additions to their squad. This is not the first time the Portugal international has been associated with the Gunners, with Leao consistently regarded as one of AC Milan’s most influential players.

Mikel Arteta News / ESPN / February 22

Arteta: Players must accept 'noise' in title race

Mikel Arteta has told his title-chasing players to join another club if they can't handle the "noise and bullets" that comes with fighting for the Premier League.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 22

Arsenal man’s performance is set to earn him a huge bonus

Jakub Kiwior is exceeding expectations at FC Porto, where he joined on loan in the summer, and Arsenal are reportedly satisfied with his progress. There appears to be little indication that the defender will be reintegrated into Arsenal’s first team plans, and Porto holds an option to make the transfer permanent.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 22

Atletico Madrid president reacts to Arsenal’s Alvarez interest

Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo has addressed speculation linking Julian Alvarez with a move to Arsenal. The Argentinian forward is regarded as one of Atletico’s most important players, yet reports suggest that several elite clubs are monitoring his situation, with Arsenal among those credited with interest.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 21

Igor Tudor insists he understands the importance of his first NLD

Igor Tudor will take charge of his first match as Tottenham coach in this weekend’s North London Derby. The Lilywhites have endured a disappointing campaign and find themselves uncomfortably close to the relegation zone, a situation that prompted the club to replace Thomas Frank.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 21

'As bad of a season' Darren Fletcher predicts Tottenham v Arsenal

Arsenal will be determined to avoid any slip-ups when they face Tottenham tomorrow, yet the Lilywhites are equally desperate for a positive result. The North London Derby arrives at a critical stage of the season for both sides, with significant consequences attached to the outcome.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 21

Kieran Gibbs says one Arsenal star needs to be rested for the Tottenham game

Most Arsenal players have featured heavily throughout this season, and one individual who has been ever-present in the squad is Jurrien Timber. The Dutch defender has delivered consistently impressive performances, keeping Ben White out of the starting lineup and earning widespread praise for his contribution.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 21

Pep Guardiola insists he is only focused on his team’s next game

Pep Guardiola has declined to engage in discussion about Manchester City overtaking Arsenal at the top of the Premier League table, despite his side narrowing the gap between the two clubs.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 21

Arteta knows Arsenal needs to keep calm as it seems their season could implode

Arsenal’s draw at Wolves has raised questions about their ability to secure the Premier League crown this season. The Gunners have held the top spot for a long period and remain five points clear, at least until Manchester City face Newcastle United.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 21

'That’s individual opinion' Arteta does not believe in the word 'bottlers'

Mikel Arteta has rejected the suggestion that Arsenal are “bottlers” as they approach the end of another season without securing the league crown. The Spaniard has guided the club to the brink of Premier League success in each of the past three campaigns, yet they have ultimately fallen short on every occasion.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 21

Sporting Club is ready to sell another Arsenal target

Sporting Club and Arsenal were involved in a lengthy negotiation for the signature of Viktor Gyokeres, and the two clubs could find themselves in discussions again for another player in the near future.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 21

Should Arsenal pay Declan Rice more money than Bukayo Saka?

Bukayo Saka has agreed a new contract with Arsenal that makes him the club’s highest earner, underlining the trust they continue to place in him. Although this has not been his most outstanding season, the England international remains one of the most influential figures in the squad.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 21

Harry Redknapp predicts Tottenham v Arsena after Igor Tudor’s arrival

Arsenal face Tottenham in the Premier League tomorrow, with Spurs eager to inflict further damage on their rivals’ title ambitions. Mikel Arteta’s side has failed to win either of their last two league matches, a sequence that has reduced their advantage over Manchester City.

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Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 21

Should Jesus bench Gyokeres for the Tottenham game

Gabriel Jesus has returned from injury without experiencing any discomfort and has featured regularly for Arsenal, yet Viktor Gyokeres remains the club’s first-choice striker.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 21

€70m-plus-player bid prepared which threatens to derail Arsenal’s transfer plans

Arsenal could reportedly be facing a very real threat to their hopes of signing Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez as Barcelona plan an offer. Alvarez has been linked with Arsenal by ESPN in recent times, but it seems the Gunners are not alone in targeting the Argentina international.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 21

Arsenal expected to use this season’s windfall to redevelop the Emirates

Arsenal are set to finish the season strongly across all competitions as they sit at the top of the Premier League table and have also impressed in the Champions League.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 21

Other Spurs managers whose debut was the NLD – Part 1

Igor Tudor will join a rare list of names on Sunday when he becomes only the third manager in Premiership history to make his debut in the NLD. Both Arsenal and Spurs fans saw the timing of Tomas Frank’s sacking and are aware of the new manager’s bounce being a possibility this weekend.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 21

Why has Christian Norgaard not come on to replace Martin Zubimendi?

Martin Zubimendi has become an integral member of the Arsenal squad this season following his summer move from Real Sociedad. Several leading clubs had monitored him for months, including Liverpool and Real Madrid, yet he ultimately chose to join Arsenal.

Mikel Arteta News / HITC / February 21

Mikel Arteta’s response to Arsenal being labelled ‘bottlers’ is going viral

Mikel Arteta’s response to Arsenal being labelled “bottlers” has gone viral after the Gunners surrendered a two-goal lead in their 2-2 draw against Wolves.

Arsenal FC News / The42 / February 21

'At 2-0 you think you’re going to walk away with it' - Declan Rice on Arsenal's latest slip up

Gunners had a comfortable lead away to bottom side Wolves but conceded equaliser in stoppage time.

Granit Xhaka News / Sunderland on SI / February 21

Regis Le Bris Confirms Granit Xhaka’s Return to Sunderland, but Adds Defensive Concerns

An important moment arrives for Sunderland this season to play matchday 27 of the Premier League in an exciting match against Fulham at the Stadium of Light on February 22nd.

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / February 19

'Incredible' manager tipped to replace Arteta at Arsenal but other top clubs will also be keen

Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit believes Como boss Cesc Fabregas could be a good option to replace Mikel Arteta. One imagines Arteta’s future as Arsenal manager will surely be a topic for the club to consider this summer if the Gunners once again finish trophyless despite looking in such a strong position to win the Premier League.