Declan Rice missed Arsenal’s win over Aston Villa, prompting concern among supporters who are keen to know whether he will be available for the upcoming Premier League fixture against Bournemouth this weekend.
Arsenal has emerged as one of the strongest sides in the Premier League this season, with the team producing a consistently high level of performance across recent months.
Andre Harriman Annous is among the Arsenal academy players who have recently been involved in training with the first team, a significant step in his early development.
Arsenal are reportedly targeting a move for Arda Guler from Real Madrid and are considering a strategy similar to the one that previously allowed them to sign Martin Odegaard from the Spanish giants.
Arsenal have often been accused of lacking creativity from open play and relying too heavily on set pieces to score goals. This narrative has gained traction in recent months, despite the quality available to Mikel Arteta and the attacking talent at his disposal.
Emi Martinez experienced a difficult return to face Arsenal as Aston Villa suffered a heavy defeat at the Emirates. The goalkeeper endured a frustrating evening, going from hero to zero after being at fault for Arsenal’s opening goal.
Arsenal invested heavily during the summer transfer window to strengthen their squad with several of the best players available. The club’s ambition is to move to the next level, which for them means winning trophies consistently rather than merely competing.
Gabriel returned to Arsenal’s starting XI against Aston Villa and made an immediate impact by scoring the opening goal against a resilient and well-organised Villa side.
Riccardo Calafiori was absent from Arsenal’s most recent match against Aston Villa, despite expectations that he would feature. Supporters had believed the issue that ruled him out of the previous game was minor, leading to confidence that he would return to the starting lineup.
Arsenal secured a narrow victory over Everton last month in a match that was far from convincing, yet the result proved crucial. The Gunners claimed all three points and preserved their position at the top of the Premier League table, reinforcing their status as title contenders despite a performance that raised questions.
The Netherlands has long been regarded as one of the leading producers of elite midfield talent, and Arsenal may soon benefit from that reputation. The Gunners continue to cast their net across the globe as they search for players capable of enhancing the quality and depth of their squad, both now and in the years to come.
Myles Lewis Skelly was England’s first choice left back when Thomas Tuchel was first appointed as manager. At the time, the teenager was performing impressively at Arsenal and was widely viewed as the most suitable option for the role.
Arsenal has sold several players at relatively low prices in recent seasons, but the club has often included a sell-on clause in those deals. This strategy allows them to benefit financially if a player develops well and secures a future transfer elsewhere.
Real Madrid have already finalised Endrick Felipe’s loan move to Lyon, and he may not be the only player to depart during the winter transfer window. There is interest being shown in a number of Xabi Alonso’s players, and one of them could be on their way to Arsenal.
Arsenal could be one of the more active clubs during the current transfer window as they look to add depth to their squad in order to maintain their lead at the top of the Premier League.
Per Mertesacker was appointed Arsenal academy manager immediately after retiring from professional football in 2018, stepping straight into a demanding role without a prolonged period away from the game.
Arsenal and set pieces appearing in the same sentence rarely come as a surprise, but their effectiveness in this area continues to set them apart. The Gunners faced Aston Villa in their final game of 2025, and in keeping with recent tradition, one of their goals came from a set piece.
Leandro Trossard has enjoyed an outstanding year, a run of form that explains why Mikel Arteta continues to regard him as one of Arsenal’s most important players.
Mikel Merino was walking a disciplinary tightrope during Arsenal’s 4-1 Premier League win over Aston Villa, having already been shown a yellow card when he pulled down Morgan Rogers.
Gabriel is no stranger to copying an opposition player’s celebration after Arsenal score against or defeat their team, and he has once again attracted attention for doing exactly that.
Brazil continues to produce some of the finest footballing talent in the world, with players from the country regularly making the transition to the biggest stages in the game.
Viktor Gyokeres endured a difficult evening during Arsenal’s victory over Aston Villa, delivering a performance that did little to strengthen his position in the starting line-up.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has made it clear that the club will be proactive in the January transfer window as they look to strengthen their squad and maintain momentum in a highly competitive season.