Tag: partey

The transfer value of players, specifically Arsenal, is intensifying in interest with each passing day. Be it the latest news regarding Bellerin and PSG or how much Torreira will leave for. The numbers representing player value being thrown around wildly vary from person to person.

Partey Deal Not Happening

News broke today that Arsenal’s pursuit of Thomas Partey has taken a negative turn. According to Arseblog, Partey has wage demands which are a stumbling block for The Gunners. His expectations exceed £200,000 a week.

With the news that Gabriel Magalhaes is inching ever closer to the Arsenal, the recruitment of The Gunners has been put into sharp focus. Raul Sanhelli’s departure threw up a plethora of questions. The responsibility of Arsenal’s transfer window will fall heavily on the shoulders of Mikel Arteta and Edu.

Today’s news that Raul Sanhelli has left Arsenal as Head of Football could be the most key decision since the departure of Arsene Wenger and the Kroenke family are at the heart of it.

Check out part 1 here.

1) Hips, turn, forward

This might sound too specific, but it is not. How often have you shouted at the TV when Xhaka receives the ball and he automatically passes backwards?

Speaking with former Huddersfield Town Head of Football Operations David Webb on today’s Tactical Breakdown Podcast enlightened me to how exciting a talent Emile Smith-Rowe is. The young 20-year-old attacking midfielder was of huge importance for the Terriers as they secured Championship survival.