Deal! Petr Cech completes £11m transfer from Chelsea to Arsenal

The Czech Republic international has been linked with a move to the Gunners since the end of the season and the Daily Mail understand the transfer has gone through. Cech lost his place as Chelsea's number one to Thibaut Courtois at the start of last season and told owner Roman Abramovich and manager Jose Mourinho he wanted to leave for first-team football. The deal will be Arsenal's first of the summer and Arsene Wenger...

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Louis van Gaal warned AGAINST swap deal for Sergio Ramos by Chelsea and Man Utd legend

The Spain defender is reportedly looking for a new club this summer after Real Madrid refused to meet his £10million-a-season wage demands. According to reports, United are keen to use David De Gea's move imminent move to Real to their advantage by proposing a straight swap deal with the goalkeeper and Ramos. However, while Wilkins admires Ramos' versatility, he has his doubts over the 29-year-old's poor disciplinary record....

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Louis van Gaal plots STUNNING Man Utd swap deal for £46m Chelsea target Sergio Ramos

brightcove.createExperiences(); Red Devils boss Louis van Gaal is reportedly resigned to the fact he'll lose his first-team goalkeeper to Real this summer, with De Gea keen on a return to Spain. But, according to the Daily Mail, the Dutch tactician is looking to take advantage of the situation and hopes to land Madrid's Ramos for nothing in exchange for the keeper. Ramos,...

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Liverpool beat Man City and Borussia Dortmund to land new 'Rio Ferdinand' Joe Gomez

Joe Gomez moved to Anfield after playing only 24 Championship games for Charlton last season. The England U19 international, who can play at either full back or central defence, finally completed a dramatic rise to Premier League stardom after being drafted into Charlton's U18 squad when he was only 13. It's a bit surreal and it hasn't really hit me yet Joe Gomez Since then Gomez, who starred...

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Arsenal's Hector Bellerin thanks Chelsea star Cesc Fabregas for making move happen

GETTY Hector Bellerin says Cesc Fabregas was pivotal in his move to Arsenal The 20-year-old left Barcelona's academy in 2011 to join the north London club - a move identical to the one made as a youngster. And Bellerin admits it was Fabregas' rise into the Arsenal first team that inspired him to make the switch. He said: "Cesc was a big inspiration. To see someone who made the same move and success, for me it was very important...

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John Scales: Why Chelsea NOT Man Utd or Arsenal will be the team to beat next season

brightcove.createExperiences(); That is according to former Kop star John Scales. The Blues romped to the title last term and it was their first Premier League crown in five years. Chelsea's summer signings all proved to be a hit success, most notably Diego Costa, who hit 20 goals in the league. I will always back Chelsea as they have the best coach. Mourinho is the boss...

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Rio Ferdinand: Liverpool and Tottenham must be JOKING over Sterling and Kane valuations

brightcove.createExperiences(); The former Manchester United and England defender also laid into Tottenham striker Harry Kane, claiming English players are "overpriced". Liverpool have already rejected two bids from Mancehster City for Sterling, 20, and are of the wiger. United, meanwhile, are Harry Kane's signature during the off-season but Spurs are resolved to keep their...

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Liverpool Transfer News: Reds star WANTS exit, £3.5m MEDICAL, Belgian 'will accept' Real

brightcove.createExperiences(); , according to the Italian striker's agent. “Fabio feels like having a new experience,” Marco De Marchi told Corriere dello Sport. “We expected more consideration from Liverpool. There are teams from all over Europe interested in him." According to the Daily Star, . The England Under-19 international is believed to have turned down Arsenal and...

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Santi Cazorla REVEALS Arsenal's strategy to finish ahead of Man Utd and Chelsea

brightcove.createExperiences(); The Gunners lifted the FA Cup last season, but the Premier League title has eluded them since 2004. Barcelona cleaned up last season on the silverware front, winning the treble. And Cazorla thinks Barcelona are the benchmark for teams like Arsenal. "If Arsenal can in the future reach the level of Barcelona, that's the goal,” Cazorla told news...

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Liberian FA chairman Musa Bility to run for FIFA presidency

Bility is the second candidate to he would step down . Former Brazil star Zico has already declared his interest in running in the election, which is expected to be held between December and February.  Candidates must be nominated by at least five of the 209 FIFA member associations to get on the ballot. "Africa is the largest voting bloc in FIFA (with 54 members), and we must take the lead to bring football...

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Santi Cazorla admits Arsenal NEED Gonzalo Higuain and Edinson Cavani to 'pump up' attack

brightcove.createExperiences(); The Arsenal midfielder told the that the Gunners need more fire power up top and . He said: "It's a tough decision and it's down to Mr Wenger to make these decisions.  "My only hope is that whoever is chosen will be somebody who can pump up the level of the team. "When it comes to a position, or who in particular we might need somebody...

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Diego Simeone: Mario Mandzukic CAN join Man Utd or Arsenal but Chelsea targets stay

Reports in Spain suggest Arsenal and Manchester United are set to go head-to-head for the Croatian striker's signature when the transfer window reopens. Simeone has been pleased with the 29-year-old's contribution since his arrival from Bayern Munich in July, but insists he is not indispensable to the La Liga side. However, the Argentine tactician admits Koke and Diego Godin will not be leaving the club under any circumstances....

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Chelsea and Manchester City facing PROBE over Neymar offers

brightcove.createExperiences(); Neymar joined the Catalan giants from Brazilian outfit Santos for £40million in 2013. But Chelsea, City, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid were all chasing his signature prior to his big-money move. And according to football outlet Goal, a Spanish judge has ordered the aforementioned clubs to submit documentation detailing the offers they made. ...

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Arsenal's Tomas Rosicky REVEALS admiration for Liverpool

GETTY Tomas Rosicky was a big fan of Patrick Berger (pictured) The 34-year-old Czech Republic international has been at the Gunners since 2006. Rosicky was restricted to just six Premier League starts last season for the Gunners, but has been an excellent servant for the club. And when asked which former Premier League hero inspired him, Rosicky told FourFourTwo: "Before I came to Arsenal? That’s a long time...

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Arsenal's Mesut Ozil: What makes me stand out from Man Utd and Chelsea counterparts

brightcove.createExperiences(); The World Cup winner enjoyed a fine second season at the Emirates, guiding the Gunners to FA Cup glory. Ozil was renowned for his assist-making abilities during his time at Real Madrid. And when asked about his ability to pick out an incisive pass, Ozil told the club's official website: "Sometimes I see passes and other players might be surprised and wonder...

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EXCLUSIVE: Harry Kane must snub Man United and stay 'main man' at Tottenham

Kane, who will spearhead England Under-21s at the European Championship in the Czech Republic over the next two weeks, is a target for Louis van Gaal's side, who are expected to sell both Robin van Persie and Radamel Falcao. But Fabrice Muamba, who made 33 appearances for England Under-21s and believes England have a realistic chance of reaching the final this year, has warned Kane to reject such overtures from Old Trafford....

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Predogled (PL) : Bo v zadnjem krogu vendarle padel zadetek domačih na Emiratesu?

Po eni izmed najboljših predstav tej sezone proti je forma 'Topničarjev' nerazumljivo doživela strm padec in pred zadnjo ligaško tekmo sezone je jasno, da je 2. mesto za že deseto leto zapored nedosegljivo. Če se je še mesec dni nazaj zdelo, da bo Arsenal sezono zaključil z boljšim izkupičkom točk, zdaj vemo, da to ni več mogoče. Maksimalni izkupiček Topničarjev po današnjem krogu je 75 točk, kar pomeni sicer 4 točke manj kot lani, a vseeno...

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WATCH: Thierry Henry hopes Arsenal 'annoy' champions Chelsea next season

brightcove.createExperiences(); Arsenal finished third in the league last term, 12 points off champions Chelsea and four behind second-place Manchester City. They successfully defended the FA Cup last month to gloss over a season in which they crashed out of the League Cup and fell in the last-16 stage of the Champions League. And club legend Henry believes his former boss Arsene...

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Jack Wilshere reveals Paul Gascoigne film 'inspired' his sensational double in Slovenia

brightcove.createExperiences(); The Arsenal midfielder had not managed to score in any of his first 27 appearances for the senior side - the last time he netted with the Three Lions on his shirt was when he was an Under-17 international. But Wilshere picked Paul Gascoigne's newly-released biopic to watch on the plane out to Ljubljana and was inspired by the risk-taking Gazza was prepared to...

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Aston Villa will meet with Jack Grealish to discuss pics of ace on the floor in Tenerife

Grealish appeared to lay passed out on the street while on holiday surrounded by cigarette packets.  And Aston Villa have since announced they will meet with the youngster to discuss the matter.  "The club is aware of the photographs of Jack Grealish currently circulating," the club statement read. "We will be meeting with the player but any action will remain an internal matter. "There will be...

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Dick Advocaat lines up £3.5m move for Liverpool man Sebastian Coates

The Sunderland manager will make the Liverpool defender the first signing of his new reign, with the Uruguay international set to seal a £3.5m switch after finally calling time on a wretched four years at Anfield. Coates will put the finishing touches to the move early next month after he returns from Copa America duty. After overcoming injury problems at the outset of his season-long loan, Coates impressed at the Stadium...

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Slovenia 2 - England 3: Rooney to the rescue for Roy after spectacular Wilshere double

If the elder statesman in Wayne Rooney who ultimately ensured England’s pristine qualifying record remains intact, then it was the new guard, encapsulated by Wilshere’s swagger and sharp shooting, which quickened the pulse. There have been so many false dawns in his international career, so many injuries checking progress, that the midfielder’s performance here highlighted what the country has missed as much as what it can look...

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Arsenal wonderkid plots first team breakthrough

Zelalem is highly regarded by the Gunners and has impressed for the United States during their run to the last 16 of the FIFA Under-20 World Cup. At club level, he faces the difficult task of breaking into the team with the likes of Santi Cazorla, Mesut Ozil and Jack Wilshere ahead of him in the pecking order. Arsenal's young Gedion Zelalem! — Arsenal (@ffarsenalfc) But Zelalem is bullish about...

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EXCLUSIVE: Arsenal and Real Madrid join Man City in race for Liverpool's Raheem Sterling

brightcove.createExperiences(); Sunday Express Sport revealed that Liverpool’s owners are prepared to sell the England forward providing any interested party comes up with an offer of £50 million. Manchester City have opened the bidding with a straight offer of £25 million with a further £5 million in various add ons. That has been instantly rejected by Liverpool who will hold firm for what...

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Man United confirm interest in Tottenham star Harry Kane and plot £40m swoop

brightcove.createExperiences(); Kane, 21, enjoyed a breakthrough season with Spurs, scoring 21 Premier League goals, and United manager Louis van Gaal is keen to add to his forward options. Radamel Falcao's loan from Monaco was not extended after a disappointing campaign, while Robin van Persie's future is also unclear. A senior United figure said Kane is "someone we are interested in" but...

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Arsenal ace Jack Wilshere pledges Gunners future amid talk of Manchester City move

brightcove.createExperiences(); City, fresh from having a bid worth £30m rejected for Liverpool's Raheem Sterling, have placed Wilshere on their transfer wishlist as they target the best English talent. Manager Manuel Pellegrini's squad is short on home-grown players having seen the likes of Frank Lampard, James Milner and Scott Sinclair leave. Wilshere's qualities in midfield add to his...

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Arsenal ace Jack Wilshere pledges Gunners future amid talk of Manchester City move

brightcove.createExperiences(); City, fresh from having a bid worth £30m rejected for Liverpool's Raheem Sterling, have placed Wilshere on their transfer wishlist as they target the best English talent. Manager Manuel Pellegrini's squad is short on home-grown players having seen the likes of Frank Lampard, James Milner and Scott Sinclair leave. Wilshere's qualities in midfield add to his...

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Arsenal face FA fine after breaching agent rules in signing Calum Chambers from Saints

brightcove.createExperiences(); The FA have launched an investigation into the deal which took place in July last year after a complaint from a third party. Agent Alan Middleton has also been charged. It is understood the complaint relates to the fee that was paid as part of the deal to the agent. At the time there were no issues between the two clubs over the deal, and it is understood there...

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Arsenal face FA fine after breaching agent rules in signing Calum Chambers from Saints

brightcove.createExperiences(); The FA have launched an investigation into the deal which took place in July last year after a complaint from a third party. Agent Alan Middleton has also been charged. It is understood the complaint relates to the fee that was paid as part of the deal to the agent. At the time there were no issues between the two clubs over the deal, and it is understood there...

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ZOUMA - Would you let him leave on loan next season

 Sampdoria president Massimo Ferrero openly admitted he is "trying to get Kurt Zouma" this summer as he looks to strengthen the physical presence of his team. I ask Chelsea fan read this if you think you should consider letting him go on loan? Zouma impressed everyone with his performance in defense and, surprisingly, also in the role of defensive midfielder (just ask Marouane Fellaini) this season. He answered the call and made a real...

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Newcastle fans URGE new boss Steve McClaren to 'fix' their broken club

Club directors opted not to hold a press conference for McClaren’s unveiling, limiting access to just two preferred media outlets. The own goal did not go down well with the Toon Army, who were quick to scoff at the club’s claim of a new era following last season’s brush with relegation and owner Mike Ashley’s pledge to “win things”. And last night, a leading member of the Fans’ Forum, set up by the club itself to improve...

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Wojciech Szczesny: Why I LOVE watching Arsenal team-mate Mesut Ozil

brightcove.createExperiences(); Since joining the Gunners for £42m in 2013, Ozil's performances have gone through peaks and troughs. But after his return from a knee injury last season, the German was an instrumental figure for his side and played a key role as they retained their FA Cup trophy with victory over Aston Villa. And Szczesny revealed his admiration for Ozil and...

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