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Arsenal feel the squeeze as Man City pull clear and Brighton close in

Arsenal’s first Premier League defeat of the season has suddenly made the picture at the top of the table considerably tighter. The Gunners went into the weekend level with Manchester City after winning their opening four league matches, but Saturday’s 3-0 defeat at Brighton gave City the opportunity to take advantage.

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'100 per cent I’d take him' – Ally McCoist backs Rangers loan move for Arsenal Starlet

Max Dowman’s future is already becoming an interesting talking point ahead of January, with Rangers legend Ally McCoist urging his former club to make a move for the Arsenal teenager.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / September 20

Premier League roundup: Biggest stories from Matchday 5

The English Premier League wrapped up its fifth weekend of action on Sunday, Sept. 20.

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Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / September 20

Report: Arsenal tracking Nwaneri’s Dortmund teammate as striker search continues

Arsenal are reportedly keeping a close eye on Borussia Dortmund forward Maximilian Beier as Andrea Berta continues to assess potential additions to Mikel Arteta’s attack.

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Soccer News / Goal.com / September 20

Shock Arsenal exit? Noni Madueke attracts Atletico Madrid and Juventus interest as winger struggles for game time under Mikel Arteta

Madueke is facing an uncertain future at Arsenal as the winter transfer window approaches, with both Atletico Madrid and Juventus closely monitoring his situation.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / September 20

Brilliant Brighton were 'outstanding' and made Arsenal 'not look great', says Merson

Paul Merson believes Brighton deserve enormous credit for the way they dismantled Arsenal at the Amex, arguing that the Seagulls played a major part in making Mikel Arteta’s side look so poor.

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / September 20

Arsenal tracking €30m Bundesliga ace after 12 months of scouting

Arsenal have reportedly identified Borussia Dortmund forward Maximilian Beier as a potential target, with the club’s scouting department impressed by his performances and attacking versatility.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / September 20

'We have to say sorry', Guimarães apologises to Arsenal fans after Brighton nightmare

Bruno Guimarães has apologised to Arsenal supporters following Saturday’s dreadful 3-0 defeat at Brighton, admitting the performance was simply unacceptable from a team with the Gunners’ ambitions.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / September 20

Arsenal monitor Brazilian sensation ahead of January transfer window

Arsenal handed fresh opportunity to sign Real Madrid star as January transfer plans take shape Arsenal could have another chance to secure the services of Real Madrid forward Endrick, with the Brazilian youngster’s future at the Spanish giants becoming an increasingly important talking point ahead of the January transfer window.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / September 20

'It should have been six or seven' Shearer delivers damning Arsenal verdict

Alan Shearer has delivered a damning assessment of Arsenal’s performance at Brighton, claiming the Gunners were “absolutely battered” and fortunate the margin of defeat was not considerably greater.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / September 20

Has Noni Madueke been rumbled by Arsenal and England? – Opinion

Noni Madueke played 48 times last season in a campaign where the Gunners lifted the title and reached their second-ever Champions League Final. Whatever happens in the rest of his career, no one can take that away from the player; he earned his medal, and his part in the club’s proud history will live forever.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / September 20

Arteta blasts Arsenal after Brighton defeat: 'This can’t happen again'

Mikel Arteta has delivered a damning assessment of Arsenal’s performance following Saturday’s miserable defeat to Brighton, admitting his players failed to “respect the game” at the Amex.

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / September 20

Three key passess, won five duels: Arsenal star’s performance under spotlight after Brighton defeat

Bukayo Saka was one of Arsenal’s more active attackers in Saturday’s 3-0 defeat to Brighton, but his individual numbers also show how little decisive impact he ultimately had.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 20

Is Arsenal’s title defence already under pressure after Brighton humiliation?

Arsenal’s devastating and unexpected 3-0 defeat to Brighton has inevitably raised questions about our title defence. It is obviously very early in the

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Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / September 20

Arsenal could face January decision as Premier League clubs closely monitor attacker

Noni Madueke’s future at Arsenal is becoming increasingly uncertain, with several Premier League clubs reportedly ready to move if the Gunners open the door to a January exit.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 19

Liverpool sends warning to Arsenal over their teenage sensation

Arsenal have been linked with a move for Liverpool starlet Rio Ngumoha, but the Gunners have reportedly been warned by the Reds to stay away from the teenager.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / September 19

Barcelona sets asking price for Arsenal target ahead of January window

Arsenal are one of the teams ready to move if Barcelona open the door for Frenkie de Jong to leave, with the Gunners remaining keen to make a deal happen.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 19

Report – Arsenal hands Real Madrid a transfer blow

Arsenal have handed Real Madrid a major transfer blow with their stance on Martin Zubimendi, as the Gunners insist he will not be sold during the January transfer window.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 19

Monaco gives Arsenal hopes of transfer windfall in January

Arsenal are one of the clubs with the strongest interest in Folarin Balogun’s future, not because the Gunners want to bring him back into their squad at the end of this season, but because they retain a financial interest in his future.

Mikel Arteta News / ESPN / September 19

Arteta: Arsenal 'in trouble from first throw-in'

Mikel Arteta said he knew Arsenal would be "in trouble" from "the first throw-in" in a 3-0 defeat at Brighton.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 19

Brighton 3-0 Arsenal: Gunners battered in miserable Amex defeat

Arsenal endured an afternoon to forget on the south coast as Brighton produced a dominant performance to beat Mikel Arteta’s side 3-0 at the Amex. It was a desperately poor display from the Gunners, who struggled to impose themselves from the opening stages and never really recovered once Brighton took control.

Arsenal FC News / Pain in the Arsenal / September 19

4 instant overreactions to Arsenal's eyesore performance (or lack of) against Brighton

Load up Arsenal Fan TV, that was a performance that reminded us of the prime banter era, and the late-stage WengerOut period. At least we're still not sponsored by Puma, I guess.

Arsenal FC News / Pain in the Arsenal / September 19

6 losers (and only 1 winner) as Arsenal get served humble pie by Brighton

After a truly great start to the season, Arsenal left all their progress at the door before heading off on the international break. Three goals conceded, zero goals scored.

Arsenal FC News / Pain in the Arsenal / September 19

Brighton vs Arsenal: Player ratings as Gunners get pecked by the Seagulls

Arsenal suffered their first loss of the season against Brighton and Hove Albion and, from the visitor's perspective, it was an ugly one. In previous matches this season, the Gunners have shown no signs of frailty, but they looked like a relegation-fodder team out there today.

Arsenal FC News / Goal.com / September 19

In the footsteps of a Chelsea legend: Rice signs off on a historic figure

The third century! Declan Rice has hit a historic personal milestone, further cementing his place among the Premier League's standout performers. Mikel Arteta named the Arsenal midfielder in his starting line-up once again for Saturday evening's clash with Brighton, and the decision handed Rice an unforgettable figure.