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A lot of people sending me messages about Zubimendi-Madrid. When I assumed this yoke, I made a promise to myself that I would stick to these 3 principles no matter what: 1) quality over clicks 2) never sugarcoat the truth 3) have more than you show, speak less than you know... The truth will out.
Business is not concluded for Arsenal this summer. With Zinchenko leaving, a versatile left back is being considered, while the Trossard departure leaves a LW/AM gap that Berta is trying to fill. Issue is on how much they can spend being debated internally. Rodrygo on loan is talked up.
August 11, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Business is not concluded for Arsenal this summer. With Zinchenko leaving, a versatile left back is being considered, while the Trossard departure leaves a LW/AM gap that Berta is trying to fill. Issue is on how much they can spend being debated internally. Rodrygo on loan is talked up.
Intriguing to hear from Miguel Delaney that Arsenal are still hot for Eze. Especially as I just heard that Rodrygo interest is ramping up from The Gunners. Could it be one, or both?
July 25, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Intriguing to hear from Miguel Delaney that Arsenal are still hot for Eze. Especially as I just heard that Rodrygo interest is ramping up from The Gunners. Could it be one, or both?
Don't sleep on Isak...
July 19, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Don't sleep on Isak...
Barcelona could not get the finances together for Williams, player informed and disappointed, but also as stated before, he's a big family man. Renewed until 2023. Nico stays in Spain.
July 4, 2025 at 8:49 AM
Barcelona could not get the finances together for Williams, player informed and disappointed, but also as stated before, he's a big family man. Renewed until 2023. Nico stays in Spain.
I feel like I need to say it louder for the ones at the back. This is going to be Arsenal's biggest ever transfer window. Arteta wants it ALL.
July 1, 2025 at 10:49 PM
I feel like I need to say it louder for the ones at the back. This is going to be Arsenal's biggest ever transfer window. Arteta wants it ALL.
Houssem Aoaur is a surprise name on the lips of Arsenal officials. 27 year old has been playing in Saudi since 2024 but is now looking for a way back into Europe's top leagues, with Arteta said to be an admirer.
June 30, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Houssem Aoaur is a surprise name on the lips of Arsenal officials. 27 year old has been playing in Saudi since 2024 but is now looking for a way back into Europe's top leagues, with Arteta said to be an admirer.
Only a month into post season and Arsenal have locked down Saka, Gabriel & Skelly to big deals. Signed Zubimendi, Nørgaard, Latto and Kepa. Still tons of business to do. Sesko next up. #arsenal
June 26, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Only a month into post season and Arsenal have locked down Saka, Gabriel & Skelly to big deals. Signed Zubimendi, Nørgaard, Latto and Kepa. Still tons of business to do. Sesko next up. #arsenal
I told you things would heat up 😝. Mosquera has been on the shortlist for a long time. Huge talent with lots of suitors. This is a big coup for Arsenal. Berta is still negotiating with both Sesko and Gyokeres camps & many others. This is why he is known in the game as "il polpo" - the octopus.
June 26, 2025 at 4:23 PM
I told you things would heat up 😝. Mosquera has been on the shortlist for a long time. Huge talent with lots of suitors. This is a big coup for Arsenal. Berta is still negotiating with both Sesko and Gyokeres camps & many others. This is why he is known in the game as "il polpo" - the octopus.
Arsenal are just getting started. Kepa done, Norgaard next. Blimey.
June 25, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Arsenal are just getting started. Kepa done, Norgaard next. Blimey.
Very quiet week so far for Arsenal but let it be known, this is the calm before the storm.
June 24, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Very quiet week so far for Arsenal but let it be known, this is the calm before the storm.
Sesko is growing frustrated with the RB Leipzig hierarchy. Privately he is desperate to play for Arsenal but the excessive haggling over the final fee and structure of payments is what he sees as a betrayal of their agreement. He's still Arsenal's number target this summer but Gyokeres waits quietly
June 23, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Sesko is growing frustrated with the RB Leipzig hierarchy. Privately he is desperate to play for Arsenal but the excessive haggling over the final fee and structure of payments is what he sees as a betrayal of their agreement. He's still Arsenal's number target this summer but Gyokeres waits quietly
The Mole has always held the Club World Cup in the highest esteem.
June 20, 2025 at 10:51 PM
The Mole has always held the Club World Cup in the highest esteem.
Myles Lewis-Skelly's new contract is said to be worth £120k/week. That's quite a jump from £5k, but is reflective of his sudden importance to Arsenal, as well as the interest around him. Well done, Myles. #youngking #afc
June 20, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Myles Lewis-Skelly's new contract is said to be worth £120k/week. That's quite a jump from £5k, but is reflective of his sudden importance to Arsenal, as well as the interest around him. Well done, Myles. #youngking #afc
Cuesta leaving was unexpected and a big blow to Arteta. He sat down with CC for hours trying to convince him to stay for another season but to no avail. Cuesta seen as a supreme talent and had been credited with developmental leaps of players like White, Rice and Raya. #arsenal
June 19, 2025 at 8:11 PM
Cuesta leaving was unexpected and a big blow to Arteta. He sat down with CC for hours trying to convince him to stay for another season but to no avail. Cuesta seen as a supreme talent and had been credited with developmental leaps of players like White, Rice and Raya. #arsenal
A lot of fascinating stories still yet to be told this window. Keep an eye on Arsenal's defensive moves, I have it on good authority that they are sniffing around some surprise big names.
June 16, 2025 at 10:13 PM
A lot of fascinating stories still yet to be told this window. Keep an eye on Arsenal's defensive moves, I have it on good authority that they are sniffing around some surprise big names.
Hato is a very interesting profile. Arteta is a massive fan. This one could happen.
June 11, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Hato is a very interesting profile. Arteta is a massive fan. This one could happen.
Don't be fooled, the Saudi smoke around Sesko isn't real. The boy only wants one club - Arsenal. They have been talking for 18 months, goals and values are aligned. Sesko serious about getting to the top of the game, Arteta has provided the assurance that he is the man to get him there. Get ready.
June 10, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Don't be fooled, the Saudi smoke around Sesko isn't real. The boy only wants one club - Arsenal. They have been talking for 18 months, goals and values are aligned. Sesko serious about getting to the top of the game, Arteta has provided the assurance that he is the man to get him there. Get ready.
Sesko deal is moving. Arsenal confident they can complete when the window reopens on 16th June. If I was a gambling man (I'm not), I'd put the house on it. Big signing for the gunners. #arsenal
June 9, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Sesko deal is moving. Arsenal confident they can complete when the window reopens on 16th June. If I was a gambling man (I'm not), I'd put the house on it. Big signing for the gunners. #arsenal
A lot of people sending me messages about Zubimendi-Madrid. When I assumed this yoke, I made a promise to myself that I would stick to these 3 principles no matter what: 1) quality over clicks 2) never sugarcoat the truth 3) have more than you show, speak less than you know... The truth will out.
June 9, 2025 at 3:22 PM
A lot of people sending me messages about Zubimendi-Madrid. When I assumed this yoke, I made a promise to myself that I would stick to these 3 principles no matter what: 1) quality over clicks 2) never sugarcoat the truth 3) have more than you show, speak less than you know... The truth will out.
Not much to add to the Kepa deal. About as straightforward as transfers get these days. No friction between clubs and player loves Arteta & Iñaki Caña. His package is around £70k/week and he's been promised minutes across domestic cups, as well as the chance to challenge Raya for more. #arsenal #afc
June 7, 2025 at 11:37 PM
Not much to add to the Kepa deal. About as straightforward as transfers get these days. No friction between clubs and player loves Arteta & Iñaki Caña. His package is around £70k/week and he's been promised minutes across domestic cups, as well as the chance to challenge Raya for more. #arsenal #afc
Absolutely no doubt that this summer will be Arsenal's biggest ever spend in a single window, btw. Part of the pull for Berta joining was the promise of unprecedented squad investment. Highest ever revenue underpinnef by Kroenke credit facility. £200m+ to burn. #arsenal #warchest
June 7, 2025 at 11:27 PM
...Zinchenko wants a big role in his next team and guaranteed minutes, more important than financial package or European football next season. 2/2 #arsenal
June 7, 2025 at 11:11 PM
...Zinchenko wants a big role in his next team and guaranteed minutes, more important than financial package or European football next season. 2/2 #arsenal
Arsenal have set a price of £25m GBP for Oleksandr Zinchenko. As well as Bournemouth and West Ham, AS Monaco are interested in his profile. Bayern mentioned by some reports too but The Mole understands that with Alphonso Davies committing to the Bavarians, this is no longer an option. 1/2 #arsenal
June 7, 2025 at 11:08 PM
Arsenal have set a price of £25m GBP for Oleksandr Zinchenko. As well as Bournemouth and West Ham, AS Monaco are interested in his profile. Bayern mentioned by some reports too but The Mole understands that with Alphonso Davies committing to the Bavarians, this is no longer an option. 1/2 #arsenal