Arsenal Banter Archive May 28 2016

28 May 2016 20:29:54
So, we haven't signed Morata yet because we are looking at a few options.

Well, then I read this:

" Aubameyang has asked not to be selected because he is changing clubs. "

please let it be us. Fingers crossed

28 May 2016 21:13:30
Just read that aswell I really hope it's us. Any of the eds heard anything?

28 May 2016 21:27:19
That would be our dream signing.

36 goals in 45 games, absolute beast.

Still think we are behind RM and Manchester United in securing his signature.

28 May 2016 22:26:51
I very much doubt its us but if it was no one not even me could question it to being a huge show of intent by Arsene Wenger.
I personally don't think Arsene will ever win another title for Arsenal but I'd definitely have to revalue my opinion opinion if he pulled this rabbit out the hat.

29 May 2016 00:28:40
May be that's all the encouragement he needs 62 - to prove you wrong! 😀
Winning that EPL is not easy especially with all the money in the game now - ask Liverpool what it's like to win it or Spurs.
I hope he proves you very wrong - for the club, for the fans and also the Gent who has fought with one hand behind his back while giving his all for our great club while ensuring its still great for generations of fans to come.

29 May 2016 09:09:35
We won't be signing Aubamayang.
And on the subject of Lacazette, who a few have mentioned, I've watched him a few times this season just gone and he seems very small and not very strong. And though he's scored a fair few goals in the last two seasons, it's not exactly been in a top class league. In fact the league right now is awful, with the exception of the ridiculous PSG.
I'm not too keen on the idea of Morata either though. Of course he's not been playing in the right position all the time, and not playing every game, but his goal scoring record is still poor. Also, apparently the stat going around about him scoring a goal every 100 minutes or so is false. I think e shouldn't be paying 30-40 million for strikers unless they're proven. Not everyone will be doing it. Foreign teams won't, and just because Manchester United and city blow money on a bit of potential doesn't mean we should. Its a vicious cycle and we have seen with wages it escalates fast. And in the long run it will be the reason season tickets will never drop in price. All this money for TV rights Will be blown on players, rather than benefitting the fans.

29 May 2016 09:52:09
I hope he proves me wrong too SY mate, just don't think he has what it takes to sign Aubamayang or anyone of his statue and I don't think his laid back over protective of his players style of management will be good enough to lead us to a major trophy.
Let's see what happens this summer not only who arrives but just as importantly who Arsene retains.

29 May 2016 11:27:57
I personally think we are a world class forward away from the title.

29 May 2016 13:47:42
Almost crybaby. Think a CB is just as important for us.

29 May 2016 15:51:06
Who ever we sign we still need that winners disciplined determined attitude to be installed aa part and parcel of our players mentality which is why it's really important to let the players who don't have that 38 game desire in them go.
I'm not talking about being everyone being physically fit for 38 games but for every player in the squad that to have the right hungry attitude for each and everyone of the 38 games would make a huge difference to our points total next May.
No one can really argue there was a lot more enthusiasm shown for social media selfies by our players at times last season than there was to put in a shift on the pitch to get 3pts at times.

31 May 2016 12:43:42
Lacazette didn't even make the France Euro Squad, only in the reserves, but Giroud is going.

28 May 2016 16:52:19
I'd love lacezzte over morata.

28 May 2016 18:47:48
Don't be rude :-)

28 May 2016 14:11:32
Hey ed, are you aware of any deal for Zapata. There is a lot of talks about the loan deal he has, do you know the situation there?

28 May 2016 11:54:04
Ed002, concerned just as other fans are. Assuming you got heavily censured and assailed for one's death when trying hard to save their lives, would you stop trying to save the lives of the innocent ones if you could for that matter? All i'm trying to say is looking at the world's numbers, should you find just one person who appreciates your efforts, I think you should keep riding along.

With much respect, I'd please urge you to reconsider your decision and let your choices shine forth the light in you to help others in the dark.
Great works you Eds do and i believe every fan, if not all but majority, love what you do and as such you are highly-prized.
Looking forward to see your posts again. No one could divert who you are.

28 May 2016 18:17:16
That was deep man

Come back ed002 let us ride side saddle for one more summer :)

28 May 2016 18:53:20
Jeg,

Side saddle is my saying.

Yellow card for you mate.

Just protecting my image rights :-)

28 May 2016 19:57:23
Jeg what else could do than having Ed002 jazzing up the page.

28 May 2016 20:20:33
Dags you should sue him there! lol.

28 May 2016 23:35:13
I'll get my coat gentlemen :)

28 May 2016 10:47:50
Anyone going to the England v Portugal game on Thursday.

28 May 2016 11:54:38
Can't handle friendlies and all that swapping about mate, but I'm looking forward to the real thing starting.
I know England are highly unlikely to surprise us and be competitive but once the tournament starts I will be hoping the team can get the country excited about them again.

28 May 2016 18:54:22
Only Woy Hodgson :-)

28 May 2016 06:24:10
Duvan zapata?
Anyone know if he's any good.
We need a proven striker.
We can't just keep taking chances on players hoping that they'll turn in to a Henry, anelka or sanogoo.

28 May 2016 08:12:54
Wenger's skill is finding relatively unknown players and turning them into top players; Bellerin, Koscielny, Elneny, Coquelin, etc.
He has also bought top stars; Cech, Ozil and Sanchez.
Our first signing this summer, looks to be a top notch aquisition. Wenger stated that he is looking to sign 3 players in total and I don't expect him to buy two more finished articles at high cost. The CB he is reportedly after Is Bolton youngster Holding, which makes sense as we have 4 centre backs and I would expect Holding, if signed, to go out on loan and come back the following season to replace Mertesacker in the squad, when his contract will expire.
Forward-wise someone of Zapata's stature sounds likely, as we have Giroud and Welbeck when he returns from injury. Akpom may remain at the club next season and Walcott can play up front.
In respect of Zapata, I don't know his value, but let's assume £10-15m.
Therefore Wenger could sign: Xhaka £30m, Holding £2m and Zapata £10-15m, making a total outlay of £42-47m. He will sell to balance the books, possibly: Szczesny £7m, Debuchy £5m, Oxlade £15-20m, Campbell £10m. Total £37-42m.
I would like to see at least two more top quality signings; a CB and a striker. I also believe we need quality cover at RB.

28 May 2016 12:29:13
We won't go for zapata, not good enough.

28 May 2016 13:45:00
Steve r - you are possibly correct, but who should we buy, that is available and within our budget?

28 May 2016 18:02:18
Haven't we already proved the strikers at the club aren't good enough to mount a serious challenge for the league?
If so then we are already setting our stall out as also rans for another season.
For me the one available that would be a definite improvement is Morata though my dream signing that in the realms of possibility is Higuain.

28 May 2016 19:45:47
If we are serious we will sign the striker by paying the money to do the job like top teams whom aspire do.

28 May 2016 00:30:56
Do Arsenal have any interest in Sadio Mane. EPL experience, good goal ratio, quick and right age.
Would like to see what he could do with Ozil's assists.
Thanks in advance.

28 May 2016 00:16:34
anyone know what wages bellerin is on? last i saw it wa around 20k whic seemed ridiculos surely he should of been on first team wages ages ago otherwise it will be ashley cole all over again.

28 May 2016 09:09:02
Can he not claim working tax credits or something similar?