Ex-Arsenal stricker suggests six more players set to leave Arsenal this summer

Ex-Arsenal stricker suggests six more players set to leave Arsenal this summer

Ex-Gunners man names players he’d like to leave Emirates Stadium

Former Arsenal striker Alan Smith has given his thoughts on which players he thinks should leave the club this summer, including Nicolas Pepe to strengthen the squad.
Smith suggests the Gunners should consider releasing several players to make room for signings and improve the team’s chances of success.

Smith particularly singles out Folarin Balogun, who has attracted interest from overseas clubs, and admits the young striker may have to look for opportunities elsewhere to secure regular playing time. “From Balogun’s point of view, he’s going to think more about the game time he’s going to get…he might have to leave the football club.”

Speaking of Nicolas Pepe, the Englishman believes the London side should try to recoup some of the £72m they spent on the Ivory Coast winger. Smith explained: “Nicolas Pepe, I haven’t seen him in the papers much in terms of movement…it would be great to buy some of that out because I don’t think Arteta is a big fan.”

The sexagenarian also recommends the departures of Rob Holding, Nuno Tavares and Albert Sambi Lokonga. He points out that while Holding is a valued team player, he may not have the skills to fulfill Arsenal’s ambitions.
Smith added: “The outfitting of the dressing room is excellent…but he’s probably a level below the level you need for Arsenal.”

As for Tavares and Lokonga, two promising youngsters. The former striker, who scored 101 goals for Arsenal and three for England, believes their potential departures could make room for new signings in the squad.
He explained: “Players like Tavares and Lokonga, promising young talents, could continue. Arteta definitely needs to take two or three players off the wage bill.”

Smith also suggested that while Kieran Tierney is well regarded by Arsenal fans, he may have to look elsewhere to get more playing time. Smith said: “It seems like he’s not quite an Arteta player in terms of style of play… Defensively, one-on-one, he’s better than Zinchenko…He could leave the club.”

By sacking these players, the Reds could not only free up roster space but also generate cash to invest in signings. Smith’s recommendations are in line with Arteta’s desire to reshape the team and build a team capable of competing for major successes in the season ahead. Whether Arsenal will follow Smith’s advice remains to be seen, but his insights offer an interesting perspective on potential players’ moves at the club.

Personally, I agree with Smith in almost all cases. Except for one case that belongs to Nuno Tavares. If Tierney leaves the Emirates Stadium, the Portuguese full-back and an option other than Zinchenko would only make Arsenal more unpredictable. Do you agree?

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Jorginho and agent respond to rumors of Arsenal’s departure

Jorginho has been linked with a summer move to Lazio

The former Chelsea star is under contract with Arsenal until 2024

The player and agent each responded to the rumors 

Arsenal midfielder Jorginho has insisted he remains “very happy” with the Gunners amid rumors linking the Italy international with a summer move to Lazio.

Jorginho joined Arsenal in January as he moved from West to North London in a £12m transfer from Chelsea and quickly became a key player in the squad.

The 31-year-old has one season left on his contract, plus the option of a further 12 months to 2025. There will be more competition as the Gunners finalize a British record transfer for Declan Rice, but uncertainty over both Thomas Partey and Granit Xhaka ensures continued need experience and options in the middle of the field.

“I was surprised but very happy with how I was received, how [Arsenal] treated me when I came in,” Jorginho told the Evening Standard. “It made everything so much easier for me to meet more people to fit into the team. So it was really, really, really good and I’m really, really happy.”

“To be honest, I’m very happy to stay at Arsenal. These [Lazio] rumours, I really don’t know who’s behind them, but nothing has happened to me yet. I’m pretty happy where I am. “

Jorginho’s agent Joao Santos has also dismissed suggestions that the 2021 Ballon d’Or nominee will switch anytime soon. “Jorginho is very happy with Arsenal, who have a very important championship to play, there is the Community Shield at the beginning of August,” Santos told TV Play.

“There’s no negotiation with Lazio. I don’t know if they have the money to pay the player, but that’s not the problem. In our head there are only the Gunners for next season. The theme is clear: the project for the next season .” this year is to stay at Arsenal, who can become the most important team in England.”

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Arsenal prepare record-breaking Declan Rice offer after transfer deadline TODAY

Arsenal have already seen a bid for Declan Rice rejected but are now looking to make an improved offer which could see West Ham finally sell their coveted captain.

Arsenal are set to make an improved £90m offer for Declan Rice today.

The Gunners are determined to make the West Ham midfielder their primary transfer target in this time slot.

Last week, West Ham rejected an opening offer of £80m plus surcharges as they kicked off the ball to sign the England star. But now they are preparing to return with a new offer which will be worth £90m with surcharges and they hope it progresses.

Rice, 24, is determined to join Arsenal and aims to complete a move to the Emirates by the end of June which should put Arsenal in a strong position. Manchester City have also been linked with Rice, but Arsenal are confident he is in pole position amid doubts over whether Pep Guardiola’s men are really waiting for the West Ham captain.

But Arsenal have a clear plan for Rice, seeing him as an integral part of their summer plans and as a potential successor to Grant Xhaka, who is expected to join Bayer Leverkusen once Mikel Arteta is able to sign new midfielders. ground.

Rice has been given the green light to leave West Ham if a Champions League club can meet his price demands.

Arsenal to make second offer for Declan Rice on Tuesday

Arsenal really appreciate Rice’s ball skills as well as his versatility as he can play in a deeper midfield, as an energetic box-to-box player and also as a midfielder.

Rice helped West Ham win the Europa Conference League and it seems like the perfect way to say goodbye to the London stadium this summer. After the European Cup triumph, CEO David Sullivan said: “We promised him he could go. He carried on with all his heart. You can’t wish for a man who has shown more commitment to us this season.”

“In due time he will have to step in and we will have to get a replacement – ​​or more replacements. We don’t want that.” We offered him £200,000 a week 18 months ago. He refused. Puffy

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Arsenal are reportedly considering an ambitious double for Manchester City stars.

The Gunners are expected to be busy with transfers for the duration of the window as Mikel Arteta looks to build on an impressive 2022/23 season.

Arsenal signed Gabriel Jesus and Oleksandr Zinchenko from Man City last summer in what proved to be a resounding success at Emirates. Both players played a vital role in approaching the title.
Arsenal are reportedly considering an ambitious double flight for Manchester City stars Julian Alvarez and Kyle Walker this summer.

To be continued…