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20 Jan 2021 10:33:15
Please please please do not let the rumours about Christian Eriksen be true. It is being reported now that Inter are interested in swapping Eriksen for Lucas Torreira.
Ed, please confirm this is newspaper nonsense. Not the sort of lazy player we need at all.
{Ed002's Note - I don't know what has been said but I am not aware of any interest in Eriksen from Arsenal.}
1.) 20 Jan 2021 12:59:19
Thanks for replying, Ed.
2.) 20 Jan 2021 15:23:57
I’d have him all day.
18 Jul 2019 00:34:13
What is this club coming to when Granit bloody Xhaka is most likely candidate for the captaincy for the upcoming season. The days of Adams and Vieira seem so far away.
1.) 18 Jul 2019 02:56:29
I would have gone with Sokratis, but there weren't any really good choices to be fair. Lacazette was another name I would have put forward but who would have been your pick?
2.) 18 Jul 2019 06:55:20
It’s about time that arsenal stopped being cowards and made Bellerin my captain.
3.) 18 Jul 2019 07:58:30
Xhaka had 2 or 3 really decent games last season which is 2 or 3 more than in his first 2 years combined at the club. He also had another 2 or 3 where he wasn't awful so perhaps Emery wants to show the rest of the squad he rewards improvement :-) .
It's only paper talk at the moment so let's wait and see but if Xhaka should be our captain next season then it doesn't bode well for us fans or Emery himself who I doubt will get a 3rd season with us if we are no better than we were last season.
4.) 18 Jul 2019 13:46:17
That's a good question about who I would want. There is no obvious contender which is another matter in itself. Given the players we have I would put Lacazette forward personally given his work rate and determination in the games he plays in.
5.) 18 Jul 2019 14:04:01
I agree on Laca for captain. He's not the loudest or most vocal player, but he let's his play do the talking and leads by example with great work rate.
He has a good attitude as well, but a bit of a temper. Remember that mad elbow he landed on that poor lad's chin from Ostersunds?
6.) 19 Jul 2019 06:48:44
Laca is no captain, vice captain maybe, but we know he probably isn’t going to start every week, he goes missing/ stroppy when it isn’t going quite his way. Yeah when he is good he is fantastic and puts a shift in. For me i’d be happy with 1 of 3 Sokratis, Bellerin or Xhaka, yeah Xhaka performamces are not the best, but he does show leadership on the pitch, he shouts, he instructs, he let's players know. I would still rather we sold him, but i do believe he is our beat option, he’s also the captain of swiss national side. must do somethinf right.
22 May 2019 19:11:18
Hi ed (s) ,
Are the reports in some papers and over the internet to be believed that we may go after Zaha. I can't see how we could afford him to be honest, plus I think we should be concentrating on signing defenders who can actually defend. Your info or thoughts would be greatly appreciated.
{Ed002's Note - Zaha (RW) Emery says he likes the player but Crystal Palace will look for £60M plus which will take a serious chunk of the available funds away - but perfectly possible as the big buy of the summer}
1.) 22 May 2019 19:17:56
Wow, many thanks for responding.
{Ed002's Note - You are welcome Jim.}
2.) 22 May 2019 23:29:42
He’s going back to Man United.
3.) 22 May 2019 22:21:11
Ed, from the defender target list you gave us, is there anyone we can cross off or add to the list?
{Ed002's Note - You can add Brandon Soppy (CB) Rennes kiddie - recommended by an ex player - perhaps 2020.}
4.) 23 May 2019 10:55:59
Thanks Ed. You see how the newspapers lie Ed, is it really true that if arsenal win the Europa that our budget will be substantially higher than it is without winning it?
{Ed002's Note - It really doesn't work like that. Much will depend on what money can be obtained by selling players.}
5.) 23 May 2019 11:06:48
Thanks Ed, I imagine it will be hard getting the likes of Elneny, Jenkinson and Mustafi out of the door due to the high wages we pay them.
{Ed002's Note - Transfer fees are running wild again, all three will move if the club don't ask too much.}
6.) 23 May 2019 16:15:42
Would love us to sign Zaha. Can’t see us paying the price Palace want, unless one of our forwards is sold.
7.) 23 May 2019 18:58:41
Interesting you say if the club doesn't ask for too much. Can only imagine we have for these players in the past. Wonder if it'll be worth just taking a loss on those players which will reduce that wage bill of ours.
8.) 24 May 2019 10:28:48
Thank you ed002.
18 Feb 2019 15:19:42
Hi Eds,
I was reading an article where apparently Overmars stated that Alexis Sanchez could be moving back to the Emirates as he believes a switch back to familiar territory could help him rediscover his form.
I would be interested to know your thoughts on this, whether there may be any truth in this, and whether any fellow Gooners would want to see him back. Thanks.
{Ed002's Note - I cannot imagine for one minute that Arsenal would consider doing that. The money would be significant, it would be a step back and the risk high.}
1.) 18 Feb 2019 16:09:25
Thank you kindly for responding.
2.) 18 Feb 2019 18:20:08
I can't imagine it either Jim as financially it would make even Mesuts wages look reasonable.
But in a parallel universe where he wanted to come back on his old wages then yes I'd grab with both hands as he was our best performer of the past decade and more up until his last half season when he'd already decided to leave for City but we made him stay another 5 months which cost us a 60 million transfer fee when he ended up at United and we got Miki in stead of 60 million, not the clubs smartest bit of business ever that.
3.) 18 Feb 2019 19:25:00
We do seem to make a pigs ear of outgoing transfers far to frequently 62.
4.) 18 Feb 2019 20:17:45
Our business in both buying and selling ends of the market has been atrocious sparky mate, it looks like the club are trying to redress it now but the affects of the past will take time to put behind us mate.
A lot less giving out contracts on a job for the boys basis and negotiating and either settling on new deals or selling at a premium much earlier would make a huge difference in my opinion mate.
If in 2 years time Torreira won't extend cash in no matter how you we don't want to lose him at the time, it has to be better watching him join United Liverpool or even worse still Spurs on a free 2 years later mate.
5.) 18 Feb 2019 20:53:12
Cant argue with any of that mate, we need to build a team where players don't want to leave, its been too long since that was the case.
6.) 20 Feb 2019 05:27:47
The article said that he would rediscover his best form if moved there, not that it was a possibility, what would the director of football at ajax know about ne of this? I read an article saying jeff hendrick was going to come to arsenal to win the treble next year? what's your views on this guys and gals (im presuming that g62 is a right old tart)
7.) 20 Feb 2019 12:50:06
I'm not much of one for bearing grudges against ex players Jack mate especially if I understand there reason for leaving
It's easy to label Sanchez a money grabber but in truth there wasn't much footballing reason to stay with us.
8.) 23 Feb 2019 15:44:11
Bit of a random insult to g62 there? Or has that come out wrong?
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15 Mar 2026 00:20:00
Back from the game and what a relief! What a goal by young Max. I know a lot of noise has been made about the style of football but the priority has to be to get the league won. Hopefully if it is won, the players and fans can relax a little for next season.
I would like to see us concentrate on a more attacking style of play for next season and become more entertaining. I'm not sold on Viktor one bit. Stating the obvious but a left winger and striker must be the priority for next season.
If Carlsberg did days! The Arse winning, The cheats drawing, Spurs hanging by a thread, and the salty scousers (I don't mean Evertonians) will be out in full force and spitting their bile about how much they hate us! I'll sleep well tonight! ?.
1.) 15 Mar 2026 11:09:39
We don't hate you at all, it is just a tiny percentage of the fan base *cough* AFTV, ruin it for the rest of you. Every fan base has something that creates a stereotype for the rest of us.
Enjoy these last 7 games, it doesn't happen often and it'll be gone before you know it. Savour each game, and the inevitable celebration. There will naturally be a lot of noise, and football across the board isn't attractive right now.
But you cannot fluke a league, and can only beat what's in front of you. No one will care about the football you played when you're talking about the memories!
Although, you may need to buy Pickford a few pints, as without his mistake you drop points and the pressure would have been massive. It's impossible to prove, but if that game went against you yesterday I think it all turns out a little different.
2.) 15 Mar 2026 11:59:42
Cheers, WY. Of course I know it's not all Pool fans. Unfortunately, every team has fans that embarrass them, but there's nothing we can do about that.
Like you say, it's about getting it done now and trying to enjoy it. It's not over yet anyway!
3.) 15 Mar 2026 13:54:10
Thank you for the post WYred, much appreciated. I feel the same about the 2004 Invincibles; you got to watch them to realise what you missed. The football ain't pretty, but that's par for the league at the moment tbh. We have a few fans that do talk absolute rubbish, and high profile fans like Piers Morgan, who, even though entitled to his opinion, talk garbage.
Once again, appreciate you taking the time to come on here with your views.
Take care, mate.
04 Mar 2026 21:56:23
Amazing, amazing result tonight. One game at a time. It's just about the result at the moment and getting it done. COYG! So happy!
26 Aug 2025 20:24:31
Evening lads,
Looking forward to the game on Sunday. Hoping it's a cracker!
To stir the pot a little, here a a few comments about us from the Liverpool page I just found:
Arsenal won't win anything they have a team full of centre backs.
Tbh I think we struck gold with ekitike he looks far better than the cart horse arsenal got or sesko, he looks determined and classy, he will score a good few.
Attack against defence on Sunday.
I can't wait for those Arsenal set pieces? .
Arsenal be fielding a team of cbs at this rate.
That's what some of them think about us. Interested to hear our fans thoughts.
{Ed014's Note - that’s the tip of the iceberg mate, some of the stuff I’ve been putting on their page has been unreal.
Find some posts from Robboslosthislegs, absolute ???
1.) 26 Aug 2025 20:54:36
They have a very active site so every once in a while i visit to see how things are going for them. They clearly have a very high opinion of their club. Some of them like to mock others in order to feel good about themselves, but that's not something other fans (including ours) are immune to either. Others seem more level-headed.
Liverpool as a club have been doing good decisions in recent times and as a result they will be strong this season again. I'm hoping for a close fight, which we will hopefully manage to win this time.
2.) 26 Aug 2025 22:16:21
They were talking about us after 1 game, I think the obsession is a compliment.
3.) 27 Aug 2025 07:45:25
The most boring supporters ever.
06 May 2024 21:49:01
Wow, who else would love to see Arsenal sign one of Olise or Eze (or both) ?? Amazing talents who would massively upgrade our squad.
{Ed014's Note - they’ve certainly had a field day tonight.
1.) 07 May 2024 00:44:56
Both are exceptional. I think Eze probably edges it as the player who would suit us more given Olise would really need to be first choice on the RW and that's Saka's nailed on.
That said though I don't think we need another attacker that isn't a striker. I think with a no.9 and a no.6/ 8 hybrid like Zubimendi would be enough for our summer business, and maybe a backup GK if Ramsdale were to leave.
08 Apr 2024 17:09:50
"IMO our forwards and midfield players are much better players than those at Arsenal's. I'd stand by that even if we don't win the league this season. "
I read this on the Liverpool page and nearly choked on my coffee!
1.) 08 Apr 2024 18:06:50
To be fair Jim they are entitled to think that as many many fans of every club are unable to overcome their biases, if an opposing player goes down in their teams box it's always a clear and obvious dive to them and if one their players go down in the opposition box it's always a stonewall penalty every time, and both var and refs are always useless if they don't give it ?.
2.) 08 Apr 2024 18:30:49
Made me laugh also. Robertson, vvd, konate, taa, allison (best keeper in the world? ) Other than a rapidly declining Salah, the only decent part of their team is their defense!
{Ed025's Note - i think they are a very good side myself SW, Alisson is the best keeper in the world mate imo and MacAllister is excellent, VVD and TAA are very good as well, in Nunez and Diaz they have 2 very dangerous forwards and thats without Salah, they have a few good youngsters as well so when everyone is fit they are a force to be reckoned with, just my view of course....just dont tell anyone i said that.. :)
3.) 08 Apr 2024 19:36:16
Ii agree Ed025, Liverpool and City like Arsenal are where they are because of the fantastic players they have and the excellent way their managers get the best out of those players on a consistent basis.
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder but can be dramatically enhanced by the shirt those they are looking at are wearing and dramatically decreased if the shirt is just right ???.
{Ed025's Note - absolutely G62.. :)
4.) 08 Apr 2024 23:11:28
A very good side, ed025, but stronger in defence imo. How'd your combined 11 look?
For me:
Allison
White (sorry, trent is clearly class but not at rb)
Saliba
Vvd
Robertson
Salah (maybe, but I suspect he's close to being finished at this level)
Odegaard
Rice
McAllister
Saka
Ed025 upfront: jesus needs an upgrade and I cannot choose a striker with finishing as poor as Nunez.
{Ed025's Note - i would not change much there SW, maybe Trent for White and as you say Salah may need replacing sooner than later, Nunez would be an impact sub but that does look a very strong side mate..
5.) 09 Apr 2024 13:04:38
SW. no place for Havertz? Mal is going to be p*ssed!
29 Aug 2024 18:58:52
Please not Nunez. Wouldn't have him if he were free. Was kinda hoping for the Sporting striker, Gyokeres.
11 Jun 2021 11:09:38
Demon seems to think he is the font of all knowledge. Yes, Arsenal have been terrible for a while now, but in our worst season in decades we still finished above your lot by 16 points, so Arsenal would be a much more attractive proposition for him than staying in the Black Country. Have a good day.
11 Jun 2021 11:07:25
How do you know that Man Utd and Liverpool will bid higher? Are you some sort of agent in the know or something?
20 Jan 2021 12:59:19
Thanks for replying, Ed.
15 Mar 2020 18:24:30
Not for me mate. Not a game changer, look at the impact Fernandes has had on Man Utd. I'd rather we return him and look elsewhere personally.
{Ed002's Note - Ceballos may well not be interested without some assurances - but there is nobody else showing an interest.}
15 Mar 2026 11:59:42
Cheers, WY. Of course I know it's not all Pool fans. Unfortunately, every team has fans that embarrass them, but there's nothing we can do about that.
Like you say, it's about getting it done now and trying to enjoy it. It's not over yet anyway!
24 Nov 2025 14:12:26
I was there in my usual seat behind it, Moe. Nobody knew what to expect but the roar from the crowd as it was hoisted up gave me goosebumps.
05 Oct 2025 15:04:04
I've never minded the Hammers, and if Arsenal ever ceased to exist, it would be a toss up between them and Palace I think as to who I would lean towards supporting. I wanted them to win the Conference thing when they did, but I was also surprised to hear some of their supporters 'gloating' about us finishing second again last year.
I'm sure they were singing with (Man Citeh? ) about that and cheering for City goals as they went in against them as it put the nail in our coffin. I may have it wrong who they were playing though.
I thought the two clubs got on Ok and there is the obvious hatred with Spurs we share. Do any other Gunners fans like or dislike West Ham? Or if any West Ham fans read this, what are your thoughts regarding The Arsenal?
04 Oct 2025 19:40:56
100% yes. The guy was phenomenal. Just look at all the other ex pros who are asked about him. He is always top of their list for the best Prem player. Lovely weekend again so far! Long way to go though.
30 Sep 2025 18:14:51
Go and have a look, Highbury. There's one clown there, I'm sure you'll find it (Olired) . I can almost taste the bitterness myself. Makes for a good chuckle I suppose.