Arsenal stole the limelight on Deadline Day with the £45.3 million signing of Atletico Madrid’s Thomas Partey, after triggering the release clause. After a highly-publicised move for Houseem Aouar broke down, Arsenal turned to Partey, the midfield signing that fans were clamouring for all summer. After 15 years of trying, a replacement for Patrick Vieira … More 6 Defensive Midfielders Who Weren’t Arsenal’s Answer
A scoring start to the season was just what Alexandre Lacazette needed. With Arsenal reportedly needing to sell to recruit reinforcements, Lacazette was a rumoured make-way for new players. A then club-record signing, in 2017 from Lyon, he has two years left on his current deal, making this season pivotal in his Arsenal career. If … More In Focus: Alexandre Lacazette
As I stood on the touchline in Ipswich on Saturday lunchtime, 22 footballers were representing Ipswich Town and Crystal Palace respectively, in the U18s Professional Development League. All competing to earn a vital three points, Ipswich the top scorers in the league and looking to reclaim top spot, Palace were hoping to build consistency. Yet, … More The pressures on teenage footballers
Sam Tonks 