Arsenal Rumours Archive July 14 2021

 

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14 Jul 2021 16:12:16
Hi edd do you personally think arsenal will sign Maddison and I think we need at least 5 top quality players how man do you think we will sign.

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{Ed002's Note - Maddison would not be the first choice. James Maddison (AM) has been scouted by Manchester City, Spurs, Manchester United and Arsenal on a regular basis since moving to Leicester but attempts by Manchester United and Spurs to discuss the player have failed due to them being told that he is not for sale and the likely asking price being very high. Unlikely to leave Leicester this summer unless avery high offer arrives. Wages may be an issue to anyone making an offer as the proposal is very steep from his agent. Leicester may look to cash in.

Arsenal are gradually replacing the midfield but are continuing to work hard to sell. I would expect perhaps three more in addition to the two they have already. DEpartures would drive GK additions etc.}.

15 Jul 2021 01:14:02
Thanks Edda for the reply great info.

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15 Jul 2021 02:09:59
Personally I like that we’re looking to add English talent like Maddison but my preference is Odegaard if a deal was to be done for one. I just thought he was a class act. Papers are saying Madrid need to sell and odergaard could be one of those sold…. Thoughts Ed? Any gossip that he could be available?

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{Ed002's Note - Martin Odegaard (RW/AM) Arsenal beat Real Sociedad to a loan in January but had no option to buy. Real Madrid are happy to include him on a lengthy list of players that they are open to selling or including in exchanges in the summer - and that may suit Seville who have a player that Real Madrid are showing an interest in. Ideally Real Madrid would like an auction for him but will seek €50M plus for a cash sale - else they will simply keep him. Arsenal would consider him on a permanent deal but it depends on finances, which are tight, with sales being required.}

15 Jul 2021 09:58:37
Hello Ed002,

Thank you for the above info!
Regarding the 3 other potential additions, would I be right in saying that these would possibly be at CB, RB and AM?

It seems that Ben White is the CB target but we'll see what happens there. Lacazette looks set to see out his contract, I assume putting an end to our striker search this summer?

You did mention GK as well though dependant on departures so it will be interesting. We definitely need a RB that's for sure!

Thank you.

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15 Jul 2021 10:38:15
Are arsenal still in for a right back Ed? If so, can we have an updated list please.

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{Ed002's Note - Nothing has changed. If HB leaves they will look to Aarons and Celik.}

15 Jul 2021 13:49:08
Thank you ed.

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14 Jul 2021 14:08:42
It's not a strong rumour but I've just read Odegaard might be available because RM need to balance their finances. Also Isco. This might be interesting:)

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14 Jul 2021 14:25:39
I am not sure we need either to be honest Sally. Both would get in the way of ESR and Marinellis game time and subsequently their first team development. Personally if I was ESR and we signed either I would be straight on the phone to Villa. Also I know Isco is a very good player but I have a thing in signing players who are shorter than the match day mascot! Not sure he would last very long in the PL.

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14 Jul 2021 17:15:58
It looks like Joe has decided he wants Newcastle, Granit appears to be off to Roma, Torreira off somewhere, Ainsley seems a little unsettled. So that leaves Emile, Bakayo (possibly) Thomas and Mo as definites (unless I've missed someone haha) . Unless we have a little gem coming through from London Colney do you think that's enough Epping?

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14 Jul 2021 17:22:22
I agree, I don't think either of these players is an improvement on Emile. I would prefer to develop our kids, even if it means missing out on Europe again.

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15 Jul 2021 16:06:37
Definitely not Sally, we do need more. But I think we need to strengthen in the CM area rather than across that front 3/ 4. I know the Willian signing proved to be a poor decision, but I do understand why we signed him (just not at that salary! ) . When you have the likes of Saka, Marinelli and ESR breaking into the first team, I don’t see how signing an established international who is only a few years older can be in any way positive for those players. That player will instantly move ahead of them in the first XI, otherwise why would they sign for us, and also being young, will be around for a long while. For me if I was ESR, Saka or Martinelli, that would be a real slap in the face and I would consider my career at the club. That’s why I understand signing someone like Willian, as in it’s someone who should offer a short term option who allows those players to rest, but who ultimately is not a long term threat to their development and first team chances. It’s funny, but maybe someone like Isco, who I laughed at, might actually fit that 2nd category?

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15 Jul 2021 20:36:22
The problem Davy is ESR is a kid, so they will want to manage him - he can't play every game. Although without Europe it's easier.

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14 Jul 2021 03:13:39
Hi Edd I'm new never put any comment on here but love your hardworking dedication to this site I been reading from this site for 7 years do you think arsenal will sign Ben white a lot of talk saying he's done deal do you think we will get him.

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{Ed002's Note - There is no "done deal" but Arsenal are very keen so it is possible they could reach an agreement.}

14 Jul 2021 13:46:57
Thanks edd for the quick reply.

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