Arsenal: March 2009 Archives

Robin van Persie is on his way back to Arsenal after picking up a groin injury while on international duty with Holland.

Cesc Fabregas says he has spoken to Real Madrid in the past but insists he has no intention of leaving Arsenal.

Emmanuel Adebayor insists he made the right decision to stay at Arsenal and warned they can make a title bid when key players are fit.

American tycoon Stan Kroenke has increased his stake in Arsenal to just over 20 per cent after buying shares off Danny Fiszman.

Skipper Cesc Fabregas feels Arsenal could still win the Premier League title this season but they must win their final eight games.

Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas has hinted he could be persuaded to leave north London in the summer for Barcelona or Real Madrid.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has given his blessing to Emmanuel Adebayor's inclusion in Togo's side to face Cameroon.

Dutch star Robin van Persie has revealed he came close to joining Rangers before he eventually signed for Arsenal.

AZ Alkmaar forward Moussa Dembele has blasted reports linking him with a £5.1million move to Arsenal at the end of the season.

Gael Clichy's agent has claims Arsenal turned down a £23 million bid from Manchester City for the left-back in January.

Arsenal right-back Bacary Sagna says belief in the camp is growing that they can win a trophy this season.

Despite concerns over his injury Togo have confirmed they are going to play striker Emmanuel Adebayor against Cameroon on Saturday.

Gael Clichy says he is flattered by stories linking him to AC Milan but insists he is fully committed to Arsenal.

Andrey Arshavin has said his current contract at Arsenal could be good enough to see him through until the end of his career.

Robin van Persie says he will 'respect' his current contract with Arsenal that keeps him at the club until 2011.

Aston Villa have not given up hope of making the top four but say it is going to be 'very, very tough' to catch Arsenal.

Arsenal have been boosted by the news Theo Walcott's knee injury is not that serious and he should be back in two weeks.

French midfielder Yohan Cabaye says he would consider a move to Arsenal after revealing the north London club are interested in him.

Arsenal scored three second-half goals to maintain their fine run and condemn relegation-threatened Newcastle to another defeat.

Arsenal have been drawn against La Liga side Villarreal in the quarter-finals of the Champions League.

Manuel Almunia is expected to recover from his ankle injury to play in goal for Arsenal against Newcastle on Saturday.

Arsenal target Alberto Aquilani is locked in talks with Roma and wants to stay in Serie A, according to his agent.

Sebastien Bassong has refused to rule out a move to Arsenal after admitting Newcastle want to hand him a new deal.

Arsenal are being linked with a move for Espanyol youngster Pablo Saranova as Arsene Wenger looks to unearth another gem.

Cesc Fabregas has issued a statement denying that he spat at Hull assistant Brian Horton following Arsenal's FA Cup win.

Gareth Barry has admitted that Arsenal are in front in the race for the last Champions League spot but is refusing to concede defeat.

Arsene Wenger will be without Eduardo for their FA Cup quarter-final against Hull City while Andrei Arshavin is doubtful.

Kolo Toure's future at Arsenal continues to be shrouded in doubt after the defender refused to commit his future to the club.

Arsenal midfielder Tomas Rosicky has suffered a setback on the road to recovery and is facing another two weeks out.

Arsene Wenger believes there is still much more to come from Theo Walcott and feels the youngster could prove crucial this season.

Arsenal have confirmed they are showing an interest in Wolfsburg striker Edin Dzeko, but the Germans look unlikely to sell.

Arsenal recorded a comfortable victory over Blackburn thanks to a sparkling display from Andrei Arshavin and Emmauel Eboue's brace.

Arsenal will be without Eduardo against Blackburn after the player picked up a groin in Rome on Wednesday night.

Chelsea striker Salomon Kalou has set his heart on playing for Arsenal, according to Gunners star Emmanuel Eboue.

Arsene Wenger said Arsenal's progression to the Champions League quarter-finals illustrated the strength of the Premier League.

Arsene Wenger felt Arsenal had answered some of their critics after a dramatic sudden-death, penalty shoot-out victory against Roma.

Arsene Wenger says Arsenal should only be judged at the end of the season and believes they can prove the doubters wrong.

Kolo Toure, Robin van Persie, Samir Nasri and Denilson will all return for Arsenal's crucial clash in Rome tonight.

Arsene Wenger says Arsenal are going to Rome to attack and believes it is crucial they do not change the way they play.

The agent of AZ Alkmaar star Moussa Dembele says he is unaware of rumours suggesting Arsenal are keen on the player.

Arsenal are in the hunt for Bayer Leverkusen's highly-rated midfielder Tranquillo Barnetta, who is attracting plenty of interest.

Emmanuel Adebayor has been ruled out of the trip to AS Roma but Arsenal should have Kolo Toure back in the side.

Robin van Persie says he will still be at Arsenal next season and hopes to bring more success to the north London club in the future.

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has talked up a possible future move for Arsenal star Cesc Fabregas.

Theo Walcott could return for Arsenal tomorrow against Burnley, while Eduardo also looks to be in contention for a start.

Gael Clichy has pledged his future to Arsenal and says he will stay for many more years even if they miss out on the Champions League.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger feels Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo's 'arrogance' provokes rivals into making bad tackles on him.

Arsenal are back on course for a top four finish according to Bacary Sagna who's warned Aston Villa that the Gunners are firing again.

Arsene Wenger has revealed that Theo Walcott and Eduardo will both play a part in Arsenal's FA Cup tie against Burnley.

Arsenal are set to be without Emmanuel Adebayor for the Champions League clash in Rome while Kolo Toure remains a doubt.

Arsene Wenger says Arsenal are back in the hunt for a top four finish after they hit the goal trail with a 3-1 win at West Brom.

Arsenal have been alerted to the news Sporting Lisbon midfielder Miguel Veloso will be leaving at the end of the season.

Arsenal will be without defender William Gallas for tonight's trip to West Brom, with Johan Djourou expected to come back in.

Arsenal new boy Andrei Arshavin admits he is struggling to cope with the physical aspect of the Premiership as he is not yet fully fit.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger admits qualifying for the Champions League is 'vital' for him, the players and the club.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has vowed to ignore the boo boys and carry on doing it his way after his side was jeered off against Fulham.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger admits he is baffled by his side's recent lack of Premier League goals after four 0-0 draws.

Arsenal will be out to avoid an unbelievable fifth straight 0-0 Premier League draw when they go to rock-bottom West Brom on Tuesday.

Robin van Persie is on his way back to Arsenal after picking up a groin injury while on international duty with Holland.

Cesc Fabregas says he has spoken to Real Madrid in the past but insists he has no intention of leaving Arsenal.

Emmanuel Adebayor insists he made the right decision to stay at Arsenal and warned they can make a title bid when key players are fit.

American tycoon Stan Kroenke has increased his stake in Arsenal to just over 20 per cent after buying shares off Danny Fiszman.

Skipper Cesc Fabregas feels Arsenal could still win the Premier League title this season but they must win their final eight games.

Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas has hinted he could be persuaded to leave north London in the summer for Barcelona or Real Madrid.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has given his blessing to Emmanuel Adebayor's inclusion in Togo's side to face Cameroon.

Dutch star Robin van Persie has revealed he came close to joining Rangers before he eventually signed for Arsenal.

AZ Alkmaar forward Moussa Dembele has blasted reports linking him with a £5.1million move to Arsenal at the end of the season.

Gael Clichy's agent has claims Arsenal turned down a £23 million bid from Manchester City for the left-back in January.

Arsenal right-back Bacary Sagna says belief in the camp is growing that they can win a trophy this season.

Despite concerns over his injury Togo have confirmed they are going to play striker Emmanuel Adebayor against Cameroon on Saturday.

Gael Clichy says he is flattered by stories linking him to AC Milan but insists he is fully committed to Arsenal.

Andrey Arshavin has said his current contract at Arsenal could be good enough to see him through until the end of his career.

Robin van Persie says he will 'respect' his current contract with Arsenal that keeps him at the club until 2011.

Aston Villa have not given up hope of making the top four but say it is going to be 'very, very tough' to catch Arsenal.

Arsenal have been boosted by the news Theo Walcott's knee injury is not that serious and he should be back in two weeks.

French midfielder Yohan Cabaye says he would consider a move to Arsenal after revealing the north London club are interested in him.

Arsenal scored three second-half goals to maintain their fine run and condemn relegation-threatened Newcastle to another defeat.