ARSENAL are favourites to sign Youri Tielemans on a free transfer this summer when his Leicester City contract expires, according to reports.
The Belgian, 25, was heavily linked with the Gunners last year as he entered the final year of his deal.
And Team Talk claims that it is Mikel Arteta’s side that are “overwhelming favourites” to get him.
Arsenal could also go in for Brighton's Alexis Mac Allister, who the Seagulls have reportedly slapped a £62million price tag on.
While the Gunners are also leading the race to sign Brighton star Kaoru Mitoma, according to reports.
The Seagulls could demand £35million for the Japanese winger in the summer.
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- Gary Stonehouse
MORNING GOONERS
Arsenal are “favourites” to sign Youri Tielemans on a free transfer this summer when his Leicester City contract expires.
The Belgian, 25, was heavily linked with the Gunners last year as he entered the final year of his deal.
But a transfer failed to materialise as the Foxes clung onto their playmaker.
Manchester United are keen on Tielemans as the ex-Monaco ace prepares to decide on his future.
However, Team Talk claims that it is Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal that are “overwhelming favourites” to get him.
That is despite the fact that the Premier League leaders snapped up midfielder Jorginho from Chelsea after failing to land Moises Caicedo from Brighton.
Arsenal wonderkid Ethan Nwaneri could be snatched away by their Premier League rivals.
According to reports, the midfielder – who made his debut aged 15 away at Brentford – is being watched by Chelsea and Man City.
The Secret Scout also says that their interest could unsettle the teenager and encourage a batte behind the scenes to keep the player.
Arsenal have joined Man Utd and Tottenham in the hunt for Barcelona ace Ansu Fati, according to reports.
Mundo Deportivo claim the Spain international is being targeted by the Premier League clubs after failing to secure regular first team football with the Catalans.
Barça are spoilt for choice in the forward positions – which could make Fati surplus to requirements.
However, the story says Bayern Munich are the front-runners for his signature.
Brighton have set a price for Alexis Mac Allister.
The Argentinian midfielder has been instrumental in the Seagulls rise to the top.
And the World Cup winner has attracted plenty of interest from Premier League rivals, including Arsenal.
£62million is the reported fee the club are looking for in the summer, according to Tyc Sports journalist Gaston Edul.
Arsenal fans are celebrating rivals Tottenham’s surprise triumph over Manchester City by remembering Harry Kane’s Gooner past.
Kane’s winner after 15 minutes led Spurs to a 1-0 victory over the Gunners’ Premier League title rivals at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
This comes after Arsenal lost only their second Prem match this season against Everton, but Kane’s winner made sure the Citizens wouldn’t cut the deficit to two points.
One fan tweeted: “Proper @Arsenal fan. Congratulations on your milestone.”
Another posted: “Harry Kane can’t wait for the Arsenal trophy parade.”
- Jon Boon
'Hard as nails'
Aaron Ramsdale has called Kieran Tierney 'hard as nails' in a TV interview.
The Gunners keeper appeared on ESPN, when he was asked to give his verdict on the dressing room.
As it came to the Scotland left-back, the England keeper grinned and said: "Hard as nails."
Tierney is infamous for turning up to training in the freezing cold wearing just shorts and short sleeved tops, while his team-mates wrapped up in training tops and more.
- Jon Boon
Arsenal Women stutter
Arsenal Women suffered a massive blow in the race for the WSL – drawing a blank against West Ham on Sunday.
The Gunners missed several chances, and found goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold in fine form.
They now sit five points off the top – with Chelsea leading the pack and United in second just two points behind.
- Jon Boon
Jorginho reaction
Jorginho's debut for Arsenal ended in defeat to Everton.
And the Italian reacted on social media to the shock loss.
"Not the way I wanted the first one to be but we bounce back and push even more all together," he wrote on Instagram.
"Thank you for the support."
- Jon Boon
Wright's assessment
Ian Wright delivered his verdict after Arsenal suffered a blow in the title race with defeat against Everton.
"Everton deserved that", Wright revealed on Twitter.
"We have to learn from it and move on. Top of the league, everyone is going to be up for playing us.
"Half chances key in these types of games. Lots for the team to take away from that defeat.
"We go again, boys! Give Sean Dyche his flowers.”
- Jon Boon
Arsenal fans laud Spurs
Arsenal fans are celebrating rivals Tottenham's surprise triumph over Manchester City by remembering Harry Kane's Gooner past.
Kane's winner after 15 minutes led Spurs to a 1-0 victory over the Gunners' Premier League title rivals at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
This comes after Arsenal lost only their second Prem match this season against Everton, but Kane's winner made sure the Citizens wouldn't cut the deficit to two points.
One fan tweeted: "Proper @Arsenal fan. Congratulations on your milestone."
Another posted: "Harry Kane can’t wait for the Arsenal trophy parade."
- Jon Boon
Arsenal 'favourites' for Tielemans
Arsenal are “favourites” to sign Youri Tielemans on a free transfer this summer when his Leicester City contract expires.
The Belgian, 25, was heavily linked with the Gunners last year as he entered the final year of his deal.
But a transfer failed to materialise as the Foxes clung onto their playmaker.
Manchester United are keen on Tielemans as the ex-Monaco ace prepares to decide on his future.
However, Team Talk claims that it is Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal that are “overwhelming favourites” to get him.
That is despite the fact that the Premier League leaders snapped up midfielder Jorginho from Chelsea after failing to land Moises Caicedo from Brighton.
- Jon Boon
Arsenal fans rejoice
After slipping up against Everton, Gunners fans can feel relieved Man City have lost too.
The Cityzens have slipped up away Spurs 1-0.
Huge blow to City's title hopes.
Arsenal have been let off the hook.
- Jon Boon
The price is Rice
David Moyes has warned Arsenal that summer transfer target Declan Rice will cost a British transfer record.
Moyes said: "Undoubtedly Declan is going to be a top player. He'll be a British transfer record if he ever leaves West Ham.
"There's a lot of talk about it and when you see what's going about for the prices, I think Dec will be blowing that out of the water, that's for sure, when it comes around."
- Jon Boon
Nwaneri targeted by rivals
Arsenal wonderkid Ethan Nwaneri could be snatched away by their Premier League rivals.
According to reports, the midfielder – who made his debut aged 15 away at Brentford – is being watched by Chelsea and Man City.
The Secret Scout also says that their interest could unsettle the teenager and encourage a batte behind the scenes to keep the player.
- Jon Boon
Fati race
Arsenal have joined Man Utd and Tottenham in the hunt for Barcelona ace Ansu Fati, according to reports.
Mundo Deportivo claim the Spain international is being targeted by the Premier League clubs after failing to secure regular first team football with the Catalans.
Barça are spoilt for choice in the forward positions – which could make Fati surplus to requirements.
However, the story says Bayern Munich are the front-runners for his signature.
- Jon Boon
Big goal
Arsenal fans will be quietly cheering this one.
Spurs lead against Man City – and it's Harry Kane.
The Gunners hold a five point lead at the top – and that could well stay the same.
- Jon Boon
Mac Allister price
Brighton have set a price for Alexis Mac Allister.
The Argentinian midfielder has been instrumental in the Seagulls rise to the top.
And the World Cup winner has attracted plenty of interest from Premier League rivals, including Arsenal.
£62million is the reported fee the club are looking for in the summer, according to Tyc Sports journalist Gaston Edul.
- Kiro Evans
Wizard of Oz
Arsenal legend Mesut Ozil gave a hilariously response when asked what it is like to play alongside Cristiano Ronaldo.
A fan approached the German and questioned him on featuring with the 38-year-old striker during his time at Real Madrid.
Ozil cheekily replied: "Ask him, he played with me."
Fans found it hilarious, one commented: "He even gave a sly smile at the end."
Another reminisced: "The Ozil-Ronaldo connection was unreal. What a team that was."
- Kiro Evans
A Big February to Come
Defeat to Everton was the worst way to begin the final month of winter for Arsenal.
Tricky fixtures are coming up for Mikel Arteta's side who will look for an immediate response.
Saturday 11th Feb – Arsenal v Brentford
Wednesday 15th Feb – Arsenal v Man City
Saturday 18th Feb – Aston Villa v Arsenal
Saturday 25th Feb – Leicester v Arsenal
- Kiro Evans
Jorgin-Oh
Things could have gone better for Jorginho on his Arsenal debut.
One minute after being subbed on for Thomas Partey, Everton took the lead as Arsenal fell to their first league defeat since October.
Some fans had been sceptical of the signing due to the pattern of former Chelsea players failing to perform once they reach the Emirates. Rival fans enjoyed the pattern appearing to continue with Jorginho's arrival.
One said on Twitter: "Lmao Jorginho comes on, and a minute later they concede, he’s brought the Chelsea curse.
Anther said: "10 million for Jorginho, and he’s sabotaging their title race."
- Kiro Evans
Keeping Up With Kaoru
Arsenal have Brighton star Kaoru Mitoma in their sights, according to reports.
The brilliant winger has stole headlines repeatedly this season with his outstanding goals and dribbling ability.
He's the latest diamond in the rough uncovered by the Seagulls – and now bigger clubs are prepared to swoop.
Fabrizio Romano reports for Caught Offside that Arsenal are monitoring him and he could be available for as little as £35m.
- Kiro Evans
'Weren't at the standard'
Eddie Nketiah admitted Arsenal fell short at Goodison Park yesterday – but backed his team to bounce back.
The striker, who spurned a great chance in the first half, told in-house media: "It was a difficult game. They made it very tough. Personally, we weren’t at the standard we needed to be at today and we’ve got to improve and make sure we bounce back in our next game.
"Credit to them, they put out a good gameplan and executed it well today. I felt like we just didn’t execute ours to the best of our ability, we were a bit sloppy at times.
"These games happen, it’s a long season and everything’s not always going to go your way and we know that."
- Kiro Evans
Staying Upbeat
Arsenal defender Gabriel had this message to share with fans yesterday evening as he attempted to rally the troops after the Everton defeat.
Gabriel took to Twitter following yesterday's defeat - Kiro Evans
Arteta's Reflections
Mikel Arteta praised Everton's efficiency but revealed his frustration with Arsenal's finishing after yesterday's loss.
The Gunners boss said: “I think Everton were really good and we have to congratulate them first for the way they have turned things around. I think they won the game because they were really efficient.
“From our side, [we’re] disappointed because obviously we didn’t get the result that we wanted but the performance doesn’t reflect what we’ve been doing.
“Especially in two phases – one when they were really direct, and we struggled to control that type of game and get back on track and the game we wanted to play.
“Then with the amount of open situations that we generated in the final third that has to finish with goals and clear-cut chances much more than we did today.”
- Kiro Evans
Eye Sore
Bukayo Saka was left on the deck after being caught in the eye by Idrissa Gueye.
The 21-year-old did not enjoy his best afternoon in an Arsenal shirt but injury was added to insult after this painful moment which left Saka being assessed by medical staff.
Idrissa Gueye caught Saka in the eye in a painful moment at Goodison Park yesterday
- Kiro Evans
Bounce Back
Mikel Arteta will want an immediate response from his players after yesterday's disappointing defeat to Everton.
But there's difficult opponents on the horizon for a Gunners side keen to ensure their blip does not become a slump.
It's Brentford up next week at the Emirates with the Bees enjoying their longest unbeaten Premier League run.
Yesterday's win over Southampton made it nine games unbeaten for Thomas Frank's men.
And after that game is done it's the small task of Pep Guardiola's Man City coming to North London.
- Kiro Evans
Fati Fight
A number of clubs are set to join Man United in the battle for Ansu Fati.
Arsenal and Tottenham are both believed to be keen on the misfiring Barcelona forward, but none of the Premier League teams are currently leading the race, according to reports.
Mundo Deportivo claim German giants Bayern Munich are the most keen on securing the 20-year-old.
- Kiro Evans
The £80m Man
West Ham are confident they can land at least £80m for their in-demand midfielder Declan Rice.
Arsenal and Chelsea are among the clubs circling the 24-year-old as they look to bolster their midfields in the summer.
Football Insider report that even Newcastle could be in the race for the star, who has been the jewel in West Ham's team for multiple years.
- Kiro Evans
Needing a Favour
Arsenal fans find themselves in an uncomfortable position this morning as they look to bitter rivals Tottenham for a favour.
Yesterday's loss to Everton means only victory for Spurs over Manchester City this afternoon will keep the Gunners' five point lead at the top of the table intact.
If Pep Guardiola's side gain victory, they will close to within two points of the summit albeit having played a game more.
The Goodison Park defeat is first major bump in the road Arsenal have faced since becoming genuine title contenders and they will be hoping for some luck across North London today to ensure the loss is not too costly.
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