When some supporters of other clubs call ours entitled, I kind of see it. When things are going well, a section of our fanbase has a habit of getting carried away and making some arrogant statements.
Arsenal have been handed a boost ahead of their match against Manchester City this weekend, a fixture that arrives only a few days after the Gunners secured qualification for the Champions League semi-final.
Arsenal travel to Manchester City tomorrow for a crucial fixture in the Premier League title race, with both sides knowing that the result could have a major influence on where the trophy ends up.
Eduardo Camavinga could leave Real Madrid at the end of the season, a development that would be welcomed by Arsenal, who have monitored the French midfielder for some time.
Arsenal’s current squad includes several top players, and their strong form in both the Premier League and the Champions League has been driven by a number of key performers.
Never has a proverb been so apt when it comes to Arsenal’s time under Mikel Arteta. So many times we have almost had our lips on the cup, ready to taste the sweet flavour of victory, only for a last second slip to rob us.
Patrick Vieira has urged Arsenal to return to the style of play that brought them early-season success, as the Gunners continue to struggle for goals in the current campaign.
Riccardo Calafiori remains an important member of the Arsenal squad, which made his absence from the match against Sporting Club particularly notable. The Gunners were able to complete the task without him in the team, yet his unavailability was still a concern, given his growing importance to the team.
Arsenal could face either Bayern Munich or Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final if they successfully progress from the semi-final stage. The Gunners must first overcome Atletico Madrid in what promises to be a demanding two-legged contest.
Marc Casado continues to be linked with a move away from FC Barcelona, with Arsenal among the clubs reportedly interested in securing his signature. The Gunners are understood to view the midfielder as a potentially important addition and have placed him on their shortlist ahead of the next transfer window.
Arsenal will face Atletico Madrid in the Champions League semi-final after both sides secured their places in the last four this week. Atletico progressed by overcoming FC Barcelona in the previous round, despite many expecting the Catalan side to advance.
Martin Zubimendi continues to be linked with a future move to Real Madrid after the Spanish giants failed to secure his signature ahead of Arsenal during the summer transfer window.
Arsenal have reportedly been pleased with the impact of Riccardo Calafiori since his arrival, a signing that may encourage the club to continue targeting talent from Serie A in future transfer windows.
Bukayo Saka has now missed four consecutive matches for Arsenal through injury, and the Gunners will be eager to have him available again before their crucial meeting with Manchester City.
Arsenal are reportedly rivalling Chelsea and other big clubs for the potential transfer of Leicester City wonderkid Jeremy Monga. The Gunners are said to be long-term admirers of the 16-year-old, who can play as a winger or central attacking midfielder.
Declan Rice has admitted that watching Manchester City lift the Carabao Cup a few weeks ago was painful, and he is using that disappointment as motivation ahead of Arsenal’s crucial meeting with the Citizens this weekend.
At a time when Gooners use words like stress and anxiety, if you ever needed perspective that football is a beautiful game, but just that, a game, then the news that Alex Manninger has passed away should do that for you.
Gabriel Jesus has one year remaining on his Arsenal contract, but there is increasing expectation that this will be his final season at the Emirates Stadium, with the club reportedly open to his departure.
Arsenal are among several clubs interested in signing Anthony Gordon at the end of the season, with Newcastle United facing a significant challenge to retain one of their key players.
Speculation continues over Anthony Gordon’s future, with latest reports suggesting he’d favour Arsenal over other interested clubs. It seems Gordon could leave Newcastle United this summer, but there have been some mixed reports about where he’d ideally like to end up next.
Arsenal are reportedly prepared to cash in on Kai Havertz at the end of the current season, with plans already in place to replace the German attacker.
Jamie Carragher has previously backed Arsenal to go all the way and win the Champions League this season, although he has now expressed doubts about their ability to complete the task.
BBC Sport pundit Chris Sutton has suggested that Arsenal star William Saliba is no longer performing at the world-class level that saw him dubbed the rock of Mikel Arteta’s backline.
Arsenal are prepared to sanction the departures of Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz at the end of the season. Jesus has recently returned from injury and has struggled for gametime with the London club.