Arsenal

In particular, keep an eye on two players: Mykhailo Mudryk of Shakhtar Donestk and Joao Felix of Atletico Madrid, because the Premier League's big market ...

But the next days will be crucial, with Italian and Spanish clubs still quiet. Arsenal are still leading the race as they have a big advantage. Sporting Lisbon are not open to negotiating for less than the release clause of €45 million. But Arsenal are still in contact with Shakhtar Donetsk to discuss the structure of the deal. The whole industry feels that in the end they can accept around €80-85 million for the Ukrainian winger, but as of now, it's still a complicated deal. This is why Mendes flew to Madrid on Thursday to speak to Atletico Madrid about the situation.

Minute-by-minute report: Join Will Unwin for updates as the Premier League leaders visit League One Oxford.

[Arsenal](https://www.theguardian.com/football/arsenal),” suggests Charles Antaki. It would be a harsh penalty but that does not stop the For some reason the powers that be in football seem to want to encourage this behaviour.” 42 mins: Martinelli gets the ball off Anderson on the halfway and looks to sprint away. Vieira gets hold of it and flicks the ball to Saka, who cuts inside and shoots beyond McGinty but Bate is on the line to stop the shot. 59 mins: Brown, who has a really long thrown, launches the ball into the box but Tomiyasu is there to meet it with his head. Vieira swings the ball into the box and Elneny is there to head home from six yards. Arsenal break on Oxford through Martinelli, he holds the ball and slides the pass through for Nketiah at the perfect time, allowing the striker to take a touch and calmly dink over the goalkeeper. The midfielder sends a looping volley at goal that fails to trouble Turner. That should be a lively match at the Etihad. Not a bad week for the lad. I question if it was a free-kick for the first.

Mikel Arteta has made seven changes to our starting line-up for tonight's FA Cup tie against Oxford United, although our attack remains unchanged.

Copyright 2023 The Arsenal Football Club plc. [Ahead of kick-off, read our in-depth match preview to find out more about our opponents and all the pre-match facts and stats](https://www.arsenal.com/news/preview-oxford-united-v-arsenal) The boss has opted to start all three of Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli and Eddie Nketiah, with Gabriel Magalhaes the only other player to have been named in our last starting XI against Newcastle United six days ago.

ARSENAL are taking on League One Oxford United in the FA Cup third round RIGHT NOW!The headline team news is that Bukayo Saka STARTS for the Gunners i.

Oxford 0 – 0 Arsenal Obviously every player wants to play and I just want to keep improving.Eddie Nketiah Oxford 0 – 3 Arsenal Oxford 0 – 1 Arsenal Oxford 0 – 2 Arsenal Full Time: Oxford 0 – 3 Arsenal

Arsenal may be top of the Premier League but it's clear that Mikel Arteta's squad will need reinforcements if the Gunners are to sustain their title ...

The Arsenal manager has stated that the club is active in the transfer market GOAL takes a look below and ranks each area in terms of importance... Arsenal’s strength in depth has been the topic of much discussion since

Oxford vs Arsenal LIVE! One of the ties of the third round of the FA Cup takes place tonight between League One side Oxford and Premier League leaders ...

Despite the Gunners sitting pretty atop the Premier League, former striker Collymore thinks the long-term project at Stamford Bridge is “better”. He told ...

Arsenal are now closing in on an agreement for Chelsea target Mykhailo Mudryk. The deal is nearing it's final stages and it looks like Arsenal will get ...

[Dani Olmo ](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/dani-olmo/profil/spieler/293385)is also a player the Blue's have interest in. Mudryk has already agreed in principle to join Arsenal and it is now moving closer between the clubs. Chelsea have turned their attention to Noni Madueke and are expected to sign him as an alternative. The news comes after reports that Chelsea had entered advanced talks with [Noni Madueke.](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/noni-madueke/profil/spieler/503987) This will signal the end of Chelsea's chance of signing the player. It will be interesting to see if they pursue the Spanish forward or whether it will just be Noni Madueke, [Joao Felix](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/joao-felix/profil/spieler/462250) and [Marcus Thuram](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/marcus-thuram/profil/spieler/318528) that they move for. [Santi Aouna](https://twitter.com/Santi_J_FM) of [Foot Mercato](https://twitter.com/footmercato), Arsenal are now closing in on a deal to sign Mykhailo Mudryk from Shakhtar Donetsk. [Report: Chelsea Could Sign Andrey Santos From Vasco Da Gama](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-could-sign-andrey-santos-from-vasco-da-gama) [Report: Christian Pulisic Exit Rumours Downplayed](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-christian-pulisic-exit-rumors-downplayed) [Report: Declan Rice Likely To Leave West Ham Amid Chelsea Interest](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-declan-rice-likely-to-leave-west-ham-amid-chelsea-interesthttps://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-declan-rice-likely-to-leave-west-ham-amid-chelsea-interest) [Report: Chelsea 'In No Rush' To Appoint Sporting Director](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/news/report-chelsea-in-no-rush-to-appoint-sporting-director) [Report: Chelsea Remain In Discussions To Sign Endrick](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-remain-in-discussions-to-sign-endrick) [Report: Chelsea Target Rafael Leao Speaks On AC Milan Contract Situation](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-target-rafael-leao-speaks-on-ac-milan-contract-situation) [Report: No Negotiations Between Chelsea And AC Milan Over Hakim Ziyech](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-no-negotiations-between-chelsea-and-ac-milan-over-hakim-ziyech) [Report: Chelsea Interested In Signing Mohammed Kudus In January](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-interested-in-signing-mohammed-kudus-in-january) [Report: Chelsea Target Moises Caicedo Not Expected To Leave In January](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-target-moises-caicedo-not-expected-to-leave-in-january) [ Mykhailo Murdryk ](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/mykhaylo-mudryk/profil/spieler/537860)according to reports. It is likely that Chelsea already knew Arsenal had moved closer to signing Mudryk and turned their attention elsewhere. Arsenal are now finally closing in on a deal for Shakhtar Donetsk winger Report: Arsenal Closing In On Deal For Chelsea Target Mykhailo Mudryk

Arsenal has set up a fourth-round match with English Premier League title rival Manchester City in the FA Cup by beating third-tier Oxford United 3-0.

It will be the first of three games in a three-month span between the top two clubs in the country this season, with league meetings scheduled for February and April. “Every player wants to play whatever the competition. Arsenal will head to Etihad Stadium on the weekend of Jan.

Premier League leaders Arsenal booked an FA Cup fourth round clash with Manchester City after they beat third-tier Oxford United 3-0 on Monday night thanks ...

"Eddie is scoring goals and contributing to the way we play and I am delighted for him. Arsenal have now won their last 14 FA Cup ties against sides from outside the top-two divisions of English football. It was the Egyptian's first goal for his club since May 2021.

Eddie Nketiah answered Arsenal's call once again as he netted a brace in a hard-fought 3-0 FA Cup third round win at Oxford United.

But an injury sustained by Bukayo Saka, who seemed to pull up with 15 minutes remaining, will be a major concern ahead of Sunday's crucial north London derby at Tottenham. But they improved massively after the interval, with Fabio Vieira producing two excellent assists to break the resistance of the hosts. The first was a fine free-kick, which was headed home by Mohamed Elneny and the second was a delightful through ball for Eddie Nketiah, who rounded Oxford keeper Ed McGinty to make it 2-0.

Elneny and Fabio Vieira in Arsenal's midfield made up for poor performances by Albert Sambi Lokonga and Gabriel Martinelli against Oxford United.

Had the home fans in raptures when he was seemingly sent for a hotdog twice by Anderson, but the real culprit was the pitch, which resembled a slip-and-slide. Did the simple things well as you'd expect from a player of his quality prior to his withdrawal following a knock. Extended his fine scoring run when he rounded McGinty and slotted into an empty net before dinking a delightful second over the goalkeeper. He was screaming for a penalty when his effort struck the planted arm of Elliot Moore, but referee David Coote waved away Arsenal's protests. Won the game for his side with two stunning assists. He was eager to get forward too and won a corner after a neat exchange with Vieira. Took no chances in the early exchanges against a positive Oxford side, opting to clear his lines under pressure rather than playing. Got away with a few iffy moments including a risky back-pass and a poor headed clearance. Capped a decent second-half display with a couple of well-timed challenges. Mikel Arteta, 6 -- As expected, Arteta rang the changes for this latest cup clash. His Cruyff turn with the ball at his feet won't have hurt either. The visitors lacked intensity in spells and even looked rattled by their League One opponents in the first half.

Mohamed Elneny feels that our 3-0 victory over Oxford United will only build confidence heading into the weekend's north London derby.

“We knew it was going to be a tough game today because for [Oxford] it is one game of the season and it is something big for them. “Of course, I’m happy to score and help my team to win the game. “I think we were frustrated because we knew we were playing good but we just missed out on scoring a goal,” he added.

These fans in England took a rather unconventional approach to watch Arsenal vs. Oxford United in the Emirates FA Cup on Monday.

Holding a capacity of over 53,000 with no view if standing on top of a car, the standing fans would need to get actual tickets this time around. 28, when the Gunners travel to the Etihad Stadium to battle Manchester City in the fourth round of the cup. A group of fans in England would certainly say so.

Despite Chelsea's best efforts to derail Arsenal's pursuit of Mykhailo Mudryk it appears we are edging towards a deal with Shakhtar Donetsk for the ...

In the meantime, [“The problem is we have only one [striker]!”](https://arseblog.news/2023/01/arteta-eddie-is-getting-better-but-only-one-striker-is-a-problem/) [followed up with another approach](https://arseblog.news/2023/01/report-arsenal-table-increased-offer-for-mudryk/) that was also turned down.

Emile Smith Rowe has revealed he is "itching" to make an impact in Arsenal's title bid this season after making his long awaited return from injury.

So it was really tough, but I managed to get through it and I am just happy I’m fully fit now." I had a successful surgery and I am feeling really good. WHAT THEY SAID: It’s been a tough few months for the 21-year-old, but now he is back and has vowed to try and make his mark.

Mykhaylo Mudryk has denied he sent a transfer message to Chelsea as Arsenal close in on a full agreement with Shakhtar Donetsk, according to reports.

Arsenal transfer news: The January transfer window will be interesting (and important) for the Gunners as Mikel Arteta's side is clearly a big contender for ...

(NM) [ Man City](https://soccer.nbcsports.com/2022/06/07/manchester-city-transfer-news-live-latest-reports-rumors-updates/) If they can bring in Jesus then Arteta will be delighted as the Gunners’ young squad continues to move in the direction as they battle for a top four finish. [ Tottenham](https://soccer.nbcsports.com/2022/06/02/tottenham-transfer-news-live-latest-reports-rumors-updates/) on a preseason tour and he should play plenty of minutes for the Gunners as he gets to know his new teammates, coaches and settles in further. (JPW) With Erling Haaland and Julian Alvarez arriving this summer, Jesus needed to move to get more minutes as he aims to start for Brazil at the World Cup in November. But if Arsenal does sign Mudryk, it makes perfect sense and slots in with their identity as a club. Arsenal second proposal for Mykhaylo Mudryk is close to €50m fixed fee plus add-ons. Romano adds that if Arsenal and Shakhtar cannot agree a fee, Chelsea are waiting in the wings to snap up the extremely talented Ukraine international. This all hinges on how much Arsenal are willing to pay up front and how much Shakhtar are willing to accept in instalments. That said, a report from the Daily Express suggests that Shakhtar are finally open to negotiating down their asking price of $100 million and some compromises are being found.

Eddie Nketiah bagged a brace to help us ease past Oxford United in the FA Cup third round.

And on 76 minutes, the striker showed more excellent composure to add his second and our third of the night. That goal seemingly broke the resilience of the hosts, and just seven minutes later we doubled our advantage. After the restart, our tempo was higher and we immediately began causing more problems for our opponents.

Emile Smith Rowe spoke to the media following his return to the pitch in our FA Cup win over Oxford.

"I've been itching to get out there and play with the boys," he said. I had a successful surgery and I am really feeling really good." "We are feeling really good at the moment. "I was pretty much with them from the start after surgery. But right now, I just need to focus on Arsenal and getting some more minutes. I am just going to kick on from here."

The potential signing of Mykhaylo Mudryk could signal the start of a busy January transfer window for the Gunners as further incomings and outgoings are ...

A loan move for Marquinhos cannot be ruled out should Arteta strengthen his frontline, with the Brazilian unlikely to gain many minutes as a result. After scoring five goals and registering three assists, the club will be wary of holding back Marquinhos’ development, making a loan departure a preferable solution. Despite interest cooling, Tielemans could still be an option after Brendan Rodgers suggested that any Leicester City player who does not want to be at the club should be sold. Prior to Chelsea’s breakthrough with Felix, there had been suggestions that Arsenal wanted him as well as Mudryk, potentially indicating that another forward could be on the radar. If there is an opportunity to bring summer plans forward and acquire a player who makes the team stronger, it will be seriously considered. [Marquinhos](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/arteta-marquinhos-mudryk-arsenal-transfer-25905251) and Cedric the most likely to depart. Chelsea had also shown an interest in the Ukrainian international and even After a relatively quiet start to the January transfer window, it appears clubs are beginning to make their moves. [Arteta](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/mikel-arteta-arsenal-transfer-mudryk-25932754) reiterated the need to “maximise every window”. [closing in on the loan signing of Joao Felix](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/chelsea-joao-felix-transfer-agreement-25932901) as well as reportedly holding strong interest in Marcus Thuram and [Noni Madueke.](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/noni-madueke-chelsea-mudryk-transfer-25937812) [eases the need for more than one attacking reinforcement](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/emile-smith-rowe-arsenal-transfer-25936045). [Mykhaylo Mudryk](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-edu-mykhaylo-mudryk-transfer-25936690), the first being £55million including add-ons.

Arsenal transfer target Mykhailo Mudryk has joined up with his Shakhtar Donetsk team-mates as they head to Turkey for their mid-season training camp.

Mudryk, 22, and the rest of his Shakhtar team-mates are due to fly at 10am local time from Rzeszow in Poland to Antalya on the south coast of Turkey. Mudryk has also impressed in the Ukrainian Premier League, registering seven goals and six assists as his Shakhtar side sit second in the table. The winger has joined the team to travel as he continues to be linked with a move away from the club in the January transfer window.

Emile Smith Rowe finally returned on Monday following surgery in September and is 'itching' to lend Arsenal extra depth in the title race.

“I have been itching to get out there and play with the boys. [Champions League](https://theathletic.com/football/champions-league/) spot — as motivation, Smith Rowe said: “Most of us already know how it felt back then. [RB Leipzig](https://theathletic.com/football/team/leipzig/) in 2019), which has been quite hard to manage. Even last year, his involvement became more stop-start having been [Mikel Arteta’s most-used player from August to December](https://theathletic.com/2973578/2021/11/24/arteta-must-find-time-to-rest-saka-and-smith-rowe-but-what-then-for-arsenal/). From a stylistic sense, players are being asked to be on the move constantly, whether that is driving through midfield with the ball or pressing without it. “I was pretty much with them from the start after surgery,” he added. Though the mind may feel ready to return, the body still needs time to heal. A lot of people might not know about that from over the years. [the 3-0 win](https://theathletic.com/4074300/2023/01/10/arsenal-oxford-united-midfield-options/), with [Eddie Nketiah](https://theathletic.com/football/player/eddie-nketiah-DEv6ydhcRGewFPXs/)’s double adding to [Mohamed Elneny](https://theathletic.com/football/player/mohamed-elneny-fPweHDfEZTmUJqFs/)’s 63rd-minute opener. But at the same time, we are top of the league and playing really well, so I can’t complain. I had a successful surgery and I am feeling really good. Replacing his fellow Hale End academy graduate with a quarter of an hour to play, these were Smith Rowe’s first minutes in four months after a slightly alternative road to recovery from injury.

Goals from Mohamed Elneny and Eddie Nketiah allowed Mikel Arteta's side to advance to the FA Cup Fourth Round. This is already a better result than what the ...

Their game early on in the campaign got bumped back due to Arsenal making up a Europa league fixture. The reward Arsenal earned by defeating Oxford is a trip to the Etihad to take on Manchester City. Arteta even experimented with Oleksandr Zinchenko in a midfield role, something he does often with the Ukraine National Team. Nketiah is on decent form since the World Cup return. Arsenal went on the road to Oxford in the FA Cup to continue its hot form. On the attack, Eddie Nketiah grabbed a brace.

Defender joined Gunners in 2022 · Has impressed enough to earn new contract · Overlooked by his country for Qatar showpiece.

I have a strong mind and I'm a family person. The biggest difficulty I faced was the style of play, but I work a lot on a daily basis. I had my family close by, and at Arsenal everyone talked to me. Playing in such a difficult league and one of the best in the world. Since I arrived, I've learned a lot and certainly at the beginning it was difficult, but now it's better. [ESPN Brasil](https://www.espn.com.br/futebol/premier-league/artigo/_/id/11446536/gabriel-magalhaes-explica-como-arsenal-tenta-lidar-sem-gabriel-jesus-e-conta-receita-para-time-voar-na-temporada) of adjusting to the demands of life in England: “Arriving at a club like Arsenal makes all the difference and I'm very happy to be here.

Azeez has been recalled from his loan at UD Ibiza and has joined Wigan Athletic on loan for the remainder of the season.

Copyright 2023 The Arsenal Football Club plc. Miguel Azeez has been recalled from his loan at UD Ibiza and has joined Wigan Athletic on loan for the remainder of the season. The 20-year-old has made 11 appearances in total for UD Ibiza this season and will now spend the second half of the campaign with former Arsenal contingent, Kolo Toure and Kevin Betsy at Wigan Athletic in the Championship.

Arsenal youngster Miguel Azeez is in talks over a loan move to Championship side Wigan Athletic. Azeez, 20, spent the first half of the season on loan at ...

[Cardiff](https://theathletic.com/football/team/cardiff-city/) City. [Championship](https://theathletic.com/football/efl-championship/) last season. [Arsenal](https://theathletic.com/football/team/arsenal/) youngster Miguel Azeez is in talks over a loan move to Championship side [Wigan Athletic](https://theathletic.com/football/team/wigan-athletic/).

Mikel Arteta admits that Arsenal's lack of striking options is a “problem”, with the Gunners seemingly missing out on Joao Felix to Chelsea.

And to go for that many months until Gabby is back is not easy. I will try to do that and if we have any reinforcements, great.” Arteta is reluctant to be drawn into a debate regarding specific transfer targets, but concedes that he needs to work hard on improving those at his disposal while also reinforcing collective ranks at Emirates Stadium.

Shakhtar Donetsk winger Mykhaylo Mudryk could be closing in on a January transfer to Arsenal if recent reports are to be believed.

[CBS Sports](https://twitter.com/CBSSportsGolazo) last year, he said: "I do dream (of the Premier League). Now, [MediaFoot](https://mediafoot.net/mudryk-a-arsenal-tous-les-details-du-deal-en-negociation-info-media-foot/) have reported that Mudryk is close to signing a four-year contract at the Emirates Stadium with the option of another year and his proposed salary is said to work out at €7.5 million (£6.3 million) per season. I think every guy dreams about the Premier League. I like the way they play. This would mean the 22-year-old's weekly wage would be around £127,000 per week, a sum that would make him one of the club's highest earners. "We are really trying to improve the squad in every window," Arteta said earlier this month when asked about potential transfers.

Mikel Arteta's Arsenal hit rock bottom last season with fans calling for him to be sacked, but now they're flying high after his rebuilding project was given ...

Everton's ownership should also look to the example of Arteta and Arsenal. [Owner Todd Boehly has backed Potter after this latest setback](/sport/football/article-11615745/ADRIAN-KAJUMBA-Graham-Potter-retains-FIRM-backing-Chelsea-owners-despite-slump-form.html), not least in the transfer market where the loan signing of Joao Felix is certainly a statement. Chelsea, Everton and others should pay attention. Over at Everton, Farhad Moshiri has been more than happy to chop and change. It makes Arteta's success at Arsenal - the product of patience and quiet building - all the more satisfying to see. Managers seem to be halfway to the sack before they've even taken charge of a game. Everton gave a good account of themselves before succumbing to Man United in the FA Cup Everton's fans have not turned on Lampard in the same way Chelsea's have on Potter, mainly due to the realisation that such a turnover of managers is more indicative of issues behind the scenes. Potter was never going to be the kind of manager who came in, shook things up and delivered a trophy within a few months. Many Arsenal fans were calling on the club's hierarchy to sack Arteta and let someone else have a go in the wake of damaging early season losses to Brentford, Chelsea and City. The vote of confidence in the January window will be welcome but it comes with the imperative that results need to improve - and fast. [Arsenal](/sport/teampages/arsenal.html) may well be sitting pretty at the top of the [Premier League](/sport/premierleague/index.html) but it's worth remembering they've been right down to the bottom and back up again.