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21 Jul 2021 11:27:04
Ed, it's looking like we are pushing for Tammy Abraham for a loan / loan to buy agreement. Popping up on a few news stories. Is there any truth to this and you were less than complementary about his attitude but not sure outside of him throwing his toys out of his prom. is he a quality striker that would improve our front line and we just need to manage his ego? Is he worth that effort and are we genuinely looking at him. thanks.
{Ed002's Note - Tammy Abraham (S) Was asked to sign a contract extension but is being a bit of a prima donna and a bitch which the club won't tolerate so the club will let him leave in the summer. Potential option for Wolves and Aston Villa but both have preferred options. West Ham have a huge list of potential striker options and have repeatedly failed to resolve their issue - they may come in to play. Borussia Dortmund asked Chelsea about his availability but it seems unlikely even though they have missed out on their preferred option. Newcastle, Arsenal and Milan may provide a wildcard options but Milan has preferred targets. Is being offered around.}
1.) 21 Jul 2021 12:53:07
Thanks Ed. You clearly don’t like him as a professional but what about as a player on the pitch? I’m thinking Anelka was also a problem off the pitch especially with his brother blowing smoke up his ass. But I’d take another Anelka all day as he was special….
2.) 21 Jul 2021 13:37:23
Have Arsenal not had enough of signing players Chelsea deem to be surplus to requirements?
{Ed014's Note - I really hope so as TA is nowhere near good enough and can’t we just give them Willian back as defective goods!
3.) 21 Jul 2021 15:57:16
Would be an absolute ridiculous signing if it happens. I see nothing in Abraham to suggest he is good enough for any top 10 Premier League team.
4.) 22 Jul 2021 03:24:51
I'm surprised Villa aren't after him. Played for them before, fits their style, good backup for Watkins. If we sign him and drop Balogun and Gabi I will be fuming.
5.) 22 Jul 2021 01:55:55
ED, maybe you can educate me a little on why in your opinion Arsenal are supposedly linked with Ramsdale for more money than what we sold Martinez for. Kante has won 2 consecutive league titles with 2 clubs. Ramsdale has done the opposite and been relegated consecutively with 2 clubs. I’m so confused.
{Ed002's Note - I have no idea which Ed you expect to reply. There is no link between Ramsdale and Martinez and I don't understand the comment about Kante.}
6.) 22 Jul 2021 10:04:40
Tammy is better than Watkins. Doesn't always look the most gracious, but he simply scores goals. You don't often find his combination of mobility, technique and build. He's hard for defenders to play against.
Kid is our (Chelsea's) top PL scorer over the past 2 seasons for a reason. If he plays he'll get goals. You guys would be lucky to have him. I'll be sad to see him go, but I like him and he deserves to move somewhere where he'll play.
7.) 22 Jul 2021 12:24:46
Thanks for your comments Jackson, really nice to read.
I will be happy if Tammy comes to us. We have lacked a really tall guy in our box since Giroud crossed the divide :) and he's a giant!
Good luck for the coming season :)
8.) 22 Jul 2021 11:40:13
Ed I think the fella above is saying why are arsenal selling one of the best keepers in the league for £20m and looking to buy a keeper who hasn’t proved themselves for £30m.
{Ed002's Note - Emi Martinez wanted first team football and wanted out of Arsenal. He had pretty much no chance of playing at Arsenal. Aaron Ramsdale is young and will be able to take over from Leno at some point.}
9.) 22 Jul 2021 14:16:01
Sorry, didn’t mean ask in form of a Riddle. I’m basically asking what your opinion is on Ramsdale as I think he’s pony and don’t understand the price tag linked with him. He was awful for Bournemouth and they got relegated. Same when he went to Sheffield. Confidence is built from the back and I strongly believe Shef huge dip in form was not having Henderson between the posts but instead having Ramsdale. He’s stats are awful. Villa’s season for example I bet wld have been a lot different if they had him in goal instead of Martinez.
{Ed002's Note - It is where the club have ended up after others have fallen away. Mat Ryan was not happy and opted out. Andre Onana looked a good choice but he has better options now. Kia wants Neto still.}
10.) 22 Jul 2021 14:21:28
Hopefully that answers ColdIce question then. Ed, would you be able to provide us with an update on Ramsdale in terms of us pushing for a deal?
{Ed002's Note - That is not a proper sentence. I have explained there is interest from Arsenal.}
19 Jul 2021 21:03:37
Hi Ed, is it true we have agreed terms with James Maddison? Why do clubs agree stuff with the player without agreement from the club? Thank you.
{Ed002's Note - I don’t know, sorry.}
1.) 19 Jul 2021 21:18:38
Ok - thanks Ed.
2.) 19 Jul 2021 21:48:59
Would love seeing arsenal get Maddison but i really doubt it'll happen. I think its just silly paper talk. Where has this money come from if we actually are getting Maddison? i'm sure I've read everywhere Arsenal can't afford big signings.
3.) 20 Jul 2021 02:06:46
Jaybo84 if we can’t afford big signings how have we got Ben white? For 50m and CM LB we so far spent around 75m so them who say we can’t afford to spend a lot how come we just got white for 50m.
4.) 20 Jul 2021 08:01:40
Mate read what i wrote. You've basically asked me the same question i just asked.
5.) 20 Jul 2021 09:50:05
I read that Stan has given Mikel a war chest with the proviso he has to buy under 25 year old players whose value will hopefully increase over time.
If true it seems to be working :)
6.) 20 Jul 2021 09:56:30
Hope this is true sally
Don’t want Maddison, he’s not that good.
7.) 20 Jul 2021 10:31:49
He is most definitely good enough. The issue is that he struggles to keep fit and that's certainly what we don't want, especially for a player with a fee of his size.
8.) 20 Jul 2021 12:42:35
Depends on fee and more importantly who we don`t buy if we spend big on him. Don`t sweat the fees and wages they`re ridiculous! He is good enough and could be a very good signing great on deadball situations too. Think he fell out over C.V. breach and dropped for fa cup final so wants away maybe. Prem ready and much prefer to MO ( yes SirWenger I realised it was Oedegaard not ozil just obviously a poor joke ) . Keep feeling relieved MO staying at Madrid, get Aouar and or Maddison! Liking the Aarons rumours rubber stamped by ED002 saying we are interested! Exciting times COYG.
9.) 21 Jul 2021 22:25:56
002 settled this ages ago, kroenke got his hands in his pockets, pay upfront make it back on the sales, o something along them lines, zing zing.
29 Jun 2021 22:59:10
Copy paste alert - some great news --
"It's not signed yet, but before Emile went on holiday this summer he had a verbal agreement ready with Arsenal, this is what I know. He's coming back from his holidays and to meet with Arsenal, complete some details and then sign the contract with Arsenal. From Smith Rowe's side he wants to stay at Arsenal, many times he's said he's living his dream with Arsenal, he wants to stay and Arsenal are so happy with him, so if someone wants to break the verbal agreement with Arsenal, they need to break the bank, "
Romano.
07 Jun 2021 14:25:24
Ed, hope you are well. I'm reading that we may try to exchange Bellerin for Ramsey.
Any truth in this?
Scary due to Ramsey's current 400k per week wage as well as his injury history.
Thanks!
{Ed002's Note - I know nothing of it, sorry.}
1.) 07 Jun 2021 16:22:01
We should be looking to go forward into a new era not backwards.
2.) 07 Jun 2021 17:39:10
Agreed D16 and it wouldn’t be a two steps back to then facilitate 5 steps forward.
16 Jan 2021 11:07:00
Goodbye and good luck at Fenerbahce Ozil. Nice that your last touch for us was an assist.
Ed, we would have paid him 7.5m in wages and not sure if he's causing any issues. Selling him still raises questions about our creativity etc etc.
Do we gain financially by letting him go?
Still think we need a proper number 10 while ESR develops.
{Ed002's Note - Arsenal will gain financially because with the player moving on the final cost of his departure is far less than the wages the club would have paid.}
1.) 16 Jan 2021 13:15:05
We'll save money on Ozil's wages and then offer Laca a new 4 year deal in the summer on mega money. You can just see it happening 😂.
2.) 16 Jan 2021 14:28:02
Thanks Ed - that’s a plus.
3.) 16 Jan 2021 15:06:54
Ed, is now the problem going to be the wages being spent on Willian and Aubameyang?
{Ed002's Note - I don't understand the question.}
4.) 16 Jan 2021 15:55:12
No worries Ed lool.
5.) 16 Jan 2021 15:55:12
No worries Ed lool.
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20 Oct 2021 14:55:01
Did anyone watch Henry, Richards and Carragher shine on CBS "in the mixer"
What a genuine lovely piece of TV - fun and in sight into the players and respect for each other.
Love Henry and really interested to see him laying into Arteta for a second time and how disappointed he is with what he sees
Watch the clip - I also love seeing Richards on TV. Be it with Shearer or gogglebox or this clip or Top Gear. The guy is infectious and makes you laugh and smile. I bet he was a joy to have in the dressing room - winner and a genuine chap even if he did play for City ?
Lovely to see who Henry thought was the best player he player with. Given he's played with top top players at Barcelona and with France.
We love you Henry and we know you will always love our club.
{Ed001's Note - did you just call Richards a winner? This is the man who couldn't be arsed to train, when he did he was last in to the training ground and first out. He was a waster and far from a winner. A lazy arse who stole fans' money for doing nothing for large portions of his career.}
1.) 20 Oct 2021 15:04:45
Ok but did you watch the show - if football is to evolve and connect with fans, this show is a good start.
{Ed001's Note - no, I have no interest in seeing ex-pros talk. I love the sport, I don't care about stuff like this. It is irrelevant garbage on par with 'reality TV'.}
2.) 20 Oct 2021 15:29:27
Fair enough - thanks for the responses Ed ?.
{Ed001's Note - no worries mate, you should ask Villa fans about Richards - he took a huge wage while pissing about on the bench for them. Remember him and Lescott arsing about on the bench sending social media posts about cars while the team was losing 6-0?}
19 Oct 2021 22:23:30
So we have a completely new back 4 with a decent price tag. CT is a little injury prone but the diamond in the defensive crown along with Ramsdale. Tomi looks ok but exposed in games so needs time. Gabs and White - not Bold and Adams or Sol and Keown / Kolo. I'm not sold on either if I'm honest and don't understand why we don't sign 1 experienced beast or out and out defender who is strong in the air and commanding along with a strong defensive minded partner who can pick out a pass. We seem to overlook the importance of the art of defending over a decent left foot (Luiz / White) . Both Saliba and Mavropanos seem to be doing well but neither seem to be able to win over Arteta. Mavro is gone and no idea what Saliba did to Mikel. White is coming in for some stick as he's not a commanding determined defender. He seems to sit back, intercept / pick up second ball and distribute. I want a bloody defender who wins headers and can tip the CF on his arse if needed, get stuck in and win the ball. Then give it to midfield to create
Any thoughts on White. I don't think playing Partey on his own helped the two CDs. I blame Mikel for that but they should still deal with the challenge in front of them and boss midfield to set us up right. Jury out on him and I'm ignoring price tag. I judging him as an Arsenal defender.
1.) 19 Oct 2021 23:01:42
I think rating a player on what he does in an Arsenal shirt apposed to how much he cost is the correct way to evaluate a player and pick your team.
Elneny v Partey? Partey plays because of the price tag not his superior performances
Same Pepe and Ode plus Auba plays because of his past record and his wages
It's all done to try and prove the clubs decisions right apposed to doing what's right for the team.
2.) 19 Oct 2021 23:49:21
What are your thoughts on White 62?
3.) 20 Oct 2021 08:04:19
I don't think he's as bad as some have made out SY mate but because of the club spent all that money on him rather than spending it in other areas where people thought it was more needed plus the ridiculous Saliba situation people have aimed there frustration with the clubs decisions at Ben.
He's playing in a pretty bang average team and like most others looks OK but nothing special.
4.) 20 Oct 2021 09:22:14
Probably true - easy to pick faults or highlights depending if you li, e ordislike a player eg Granit. He’s shown some nice touches but not enough to be an Arsenal CD of any standing but plenty time infront of him. He needs developing and if he doesn’t watch football games on TV to learn then it’s all down to who coaches him and who he plays with…. who’s helping him.
5.) 20 Oct 2021 11:13:23
Easy answer to that, bring in Potter and Bissouma, and you will see the true potential of White.
6.) 20 Oct 2021 15:07:27
It does feel strange 62 that we spend 30m and fight for Saliba’s signature to not use him. To then spend 50m on a young CD when we should have signed Bissouma. We could have still signed Lokonga or used that money and may be the Ode money to invest better on the creative front. Hindsight is beautiful but we were saying that at the time….
7.) 20 Oct 2021 17:01:31
I totally understand people's feelings regarding we needed other players more than White SY mate, it's very understandable people should be annoyed at those responsible for making that the Ode and Saliba decisions, I just feel sorry for Ben White having to start his Arsenal career caught in the crossfire.
8.) 20 Oct 2021 18:30:37
Totally agree Epping mate, get Potter now, if he will come that is?
I don't doubt he would be honoured to be considered for the position of The Arsenal manager, but whether he'd want to leave Brighton to work under the current regime is a different matter.
9.) 20 Oct 2021 18:58:23
What about the Brentford manager - would you like him coaching the team?
13 Oct 2021 21:58:15
So Henry is struggling to see the Arteta effect
"I don't know if things are going in the right direction. I watched the Brighton game. Did you watch it? . I've seen us beating Norwich before, winning at Burnley, beating Tottenham at home - because we always beat Tottenham at home. "
"I was more than happy when we beat Tottenham as we were on a good run but I was waiting to see a performance, away from home, against a team that passes the ball. And, instead, we suffered. "
"I was waiting to see the Brighton game, to see if we could have the ball and keep the ball, away from home, retaining possession, against a dangerous Brighton side. But I didn't see that from Arsenal in the Brighton match. I saw Brighton do that"
Two thoughts / questions -
Newcastle come into a small fortune - I could imagine them looking at a few of our players. Tierney, Saka, ESR, Saliba. BUT could you see them wanting our manager?
Spotify guy buys our club - do you think he and the board would keep Arteta? If you invested over 2 billion, would you want him at the helm?
I'm putting the a Spurs game down as an exception as NLD generated the energy and passion. That game aside - how are we doing?
Anyone moved to Arteta in or Out over the first handful of games
How long has he got to show what he can do
Any nice surprises from team - Ode, Ramsdale and Tomi for me.
I think I'm happy to give him the season rather than just 10 games. I don't think he will get there and don't believe he's shown he will but hope he does.
{Ed014's Note - literally done nothing for me and is just wasting the talent we have.
I was not fooled by the Spurs game, they came with a woeful plan and we took full advantage.
Brighton game we immediately return to type. He’s a nothing manager and the sooner he’s gone the better.
1.) 16 Oct 2021 16:02:03
Good post SY.
11 Oct 2021 12:26:49
So I've read about Rambo return, Jack return and now Ox. Just out of interest, what is everyone's thoughts on Ox in terms of a player, a potential loan return and then who knows.
I never watched him close enough and to be fair to him he played in a number of positions without ever playing in CM for a good number of games. Similar to Iwobi and it doesn't happen often but we sold well and I was pleased for him and us. LFC must have seen something in him but I don't feel he's set the world alight since his move.
I'm not sure I'd take him back. I want a Granit replacement but that's not Ox. I don't think he ever looks in control of the ball which doesn't fit our style although he has a strong work ethic.
Thoughts?
1.) 11 Oct 2021 13:30:41
He also seems to be injured a lot. According to transfer market, since 2013/ 14, he's been out injured for 1003 days. I really do like his industry, but I don''t think he any more offer than what's available. I've seen a little of Tim Okinola, I don't know how close he is to the first team, but he could replace Xhaka.
2.) 11 Oct 2021 15:03:36
On the strength of his first Liverpool season I'd jump at the chance but if it was all about his first Liverpool season then he wouldn't be available.
As Davy says Ox injuries seem to be frequent and long term, pretty much as with Jack and Aaron, better to look forward rather try and rewrite the past in my opinion.
3.) 12 Oct 2021 06:02:19
Think you both are right - happy with the money in the bank due to recent injury record and form.
08 Oct 2021 09:29:44
Would Sterling join us?
Could we afford his wages?
I'd love him to sign but who would we sell - perhaps pea in exchange. Solves their issues and our wage issue. Not Martinelli or Saliba please or Saka!
{Ed002's Note - Raheem Sterling (W) At the right price his sale will help the start of a rebuild. He will be available for perhaps £60-70M. Could be one of the players offered to Spurs for Kane or Barcelona for one of their youngsters.}
1.) 08 Oct 2021 12:07:17
Thanks Ed. Do Arsenal have an interest in buying him?
{Ed002's Note - Not that I am aware.}
2.) 08 Oct 2021 12:37:58
Thank you Ed.
02 Oct 2021 00:15:23
Thanks Ed.
01 Oct 2021 13:40:31
Is Saka looking to leave? Just concerned you mention replacing him.
{Ed002's Note - There is interest in him and it provides a means to raise funds. As such he could leave.}
03 Sep 2021 00:39:58
Premier League clubs can still sign free agents and register them in their 25-man squads if there are vacant spots remaining.
31 Aug 2021 17:04:10
Hopefully he’s gone after -
Kia - "Unfortunately, I'd have to say, which player has moved to Arsenal that has not been a disaster in the last couple of years? "
31 Aug 2021 14:21:28
Thank you - hopefully Mikel knows but I’m not sure he does either 😂 😂.
20 Oct 2021 19:00:26
Very true - I just enjoyed the rapid fire questions to Henry, Carra and Richards on best opponent, best player ever played with. Was some nice banter rather than the sterile bollox Hargreaves or Owen spouts out on BT sport.
20 Oct 2021 18:58:23
What about the Brentford manager - would you like him coaching the team?
20 Oct 2021 15:29:27
Fair enough - thanks for the responses Ed ?.
{Ed001's Note - no worries mate, you should ask Villa fans about Richards - he took a huge wage while pissing about on the bench for them. Remember him and Lescott arsing about on the bench sending social media posts about cars while the team was losing 6-0?}
20 Oct 2021 15:07:27
It does feel strange 62 that we spend 30m and fight for Saliba’s signature to not use him. To then spend 50m on a young CD when we should have signed Bissouma. We could have still signed Lokonga or used that money and may be the Ode money to invest better on the creative front. Hindsight is beautiful but we were saying that at the time….
20 Oct 2021 15:04:45
Ok but did you watch the show - if football is to evolve and connect with fans, this show is a good start.
{Ed001's Note - no, I have no interest in seeing ex-pros talk. I love the sport, I don't care about stuff like this. It is irrelevant garbage on par with 'reality TV'.}