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A few people have asked if my son has a name yet, so here is something of an explanation. 🧵 Our baby was originally due to be born on March 19th, the day Arsenal beat Crystal Palace 4-1. And yes, I did still go to the game. In the end, however, baby arrived quite late…

Mikel Arteta says 15-year-olds Max Dowman and Marli Salmon “took their chance” with “incredible” performances, as the pair made their senior debuts in Arsenal’s friendly against AC Milan in Singapore. @gunnerblog | nytimes.com/athletic/65109…

Mikel Arteta was full of praise for Arsenal's academy players after the 1-0 win over Milan, including 15-year-olds Marli Salmon and Max Dowman. MA: “Incredible how at 15 years old they can perform at that level.” @TheAthleticFC 🔴⚪️🇸🇬 nytimes.com/athletic/65109…

🎥 On the Whistle: Arsenal 1-0 Milan - "Nwaneri shines in first friendly" youtu.be/jseJf9apVBw

Arsenal 1-0 AC Milan 🔺 Nwaneri shines in central role 🔺 A look at Calafiori at CB 🔺 Two 15-yr-olds, Max Dowman & Marli Salmon, feature as Hale End production line continues Analysis from the Singapore National Stadium, for @TheAthleticFC 🔴⚪️🇸🇬⬇️ nytimes.com/athletic/65107…

“I wanted a quality coach when I left Real Sociedad. I think I’ve found him.” From a rooftop bar in Singapore, here are Martin Zubimendi & Mikel Merino on: 🔺 Being reunited at #AFC 🔺 Unusual double-transfer 🔺 Adapting to PL For @TheAthleticFC 🔴⚪️🇸🇬 nytimes.com/athletic/65087…

Martin Zubimendi & Noni Madueke have been described internally at Arsenal as 'Tier 1' signings. Here's Mikel Arteta on: 🔺 What is a 'Tier 1' player? 🔺 The 'three-tier' squad structure 🔺 How he sees the squad model changing @TheAthleticFC 🔴⚪️🇸🇬 nytimes.com/athletic/65079…

🚨 Arsenal and Sporting CP are on the verge of a total agreement for the transfer of Viktor Gyokeres. More from @David_Ornstein

🚨 EXCL: Granit Xhaka informs Bayer Leverkusen he only wants to join Sunderland as club-to-club talks continue. Agreement now in place between 32yo & #SAFC. #Bayer04 asked by Switzerland midfielder to close deal rapidly. Negotiations ongoing @TheAthleticFC nytimes.com/athletic/65080…

🚨✈️ Cristhian Mosquera flying to Singapore to join Arsenal's tour squad. 21-year-old spent recent days finalising his move to #AFC, which will be confirmed soon. Now travelling to join Arteta's touring party. w/ @GuillermoRai_ for @TheAthleticFC 🔴⚪🇸🇬 nytimes.com/athletic/64926…

🔺Utd enquiry to Sporting for Gyokeres (@David_Ornstein) 🔺Arsenal still confident of signing Swedish striker - he only wants #AFC 🔺Nwaneri contract may reduce need for new No. 8/10 ➕ more in @TheAthleticFC's Dealsheet ⬇️ nytimes.com/athletic/65060…

Mikel Arteta says he is “100 percent” that Arsenal followed the correct processes regarding Thomas Partey, who since leaving the club has been charged with serious sexual offences. When previously contacted by The Athletic about the charges, Arsenal issued the following…

Mikel Arteta says he's excited by the signings Arsenal have already made - but more are needed. “In terms of numbers, we are short & we have to improve the depth & quality of the squad. We are constantly looking in the market.” @TheAthleticFC 🔴⚪️🇸🇬 nytimes.com/athletic/65059…

Gabriel signed a new Arsenal contract this summer and is confident they can finally win a trophy after three years of near-misses. The 27-year-old spoke to reporters before the north London club’s three-match pre-season tour to Singapore and Hong Kong. 📝 Advice for new…

If you’re looking to understand why Arsenal went for Noni Madueke, how the deal came together, & what determined the price, then @TheAthleticFC have got you covered ⬇️ nytimes.com/athletic/64928…