Walcott suspects Watkins will have to delve in the murkier side of the game to force Villa’s hand, something that would go against his own sense of decency.
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Unai Emery and Mikel Arteta have both since commented on Watkins, but neither offered clear updates, with the latter particularly tight-lipped. Nonetheless, it would appear Arsenal are keen on signing Watkins in the winter window, though a big spanner has been thrown in the works.
Arsenal are expected to launch a second bid for Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins, though numerous sources agree it WON'T be accepted, with The Gunners already opening talks to sign one of three possible al
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Gabriel Martinelli has stressed the importance of learning from mistakes after Arsenal dropped points in a frustrating 2-2 draw against Aston Villa.Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty ImagesDespite taking a
Arsenal forward, Gabriel Martinelli has backed teammate, Myles Lewis-Skelly to become one of the best players in the world. Martinelli said Mikel Arteta's
Arsenal forward, Gabriel Martinelli has reacted to his side's Premier League 2-2 draw with Aston Villa. Arsenal threw away a two-goal lead to draw with
Man City will hope to dent Arsenal's title hopes in the Premier League; after sealing their UCL knockout spot.
Arsenal host Dinamo Zagreb in the Champions League needing a win to ensure they're in contention for a top eight finish and that coveted round of 16 bye.
ARSENAL return to Premier League action with a trip to Molineux to take on Wolves. The Gunners are six points off leaders Liverpool, who also have a game in hand over the North Londoners. Arsenal