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Mikel Arteta has confirmed Arsenal are on the lookout for a new midfielder before the transfer window closes. Here we look at why the position is now a priority for the Gunners... What Arteta has said... Arteta spoke about his desire for a new midfielder to join his squad ahead of his side's FA Cup fourth-round tie with Manchester City on Friday. He revealed he wants further cover in the midfield area because of a fresh injury concern for Mohamed Elneny. The Egyptian midfielder was not named in Arsenal's matchday squad for the 3-2 win over Manchester United, with the Gunners recently linked with a move for Brighton's Moises Caicedo and Everton's Amadou Onana. Transfer Centre LIVE! | Arsenal transfer rumours January done deals | Premier League ins and outs Get Sky Sports | Download the Sky Sports App Speaking about Elneny's injury, Arteta said: "There are concerns. Mo is a player who never complains about anything but let's see. … [Read more...] about Mikel Arteta: Arsenal on lookout for new midfielder | Why a midfielder is a priority for the Gunners now

Hope Powell has revealed how she defied her Mum to play football, how she built England Women and the importance of representing her communities. Powell is perhaps best known for her time as a coach with the Lionesses, Team GB and, more recently, with Brighton. But she was also an experienced player herself, amassing over 60 England caps and a raft of other domestic accolades. However, growing up in West Indian culture in south London in the 60s and 70s, it was not the most conventional career path for a girl - and Powell's mother even tried to dissuade her from football. "When I was growing up and playing on the estate, I honestly thought I was the only girl that played," she told Jess Creighton on Inside the WSL. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player This week's episode of Inside The WSL takes a dive into the life of Hope Powell - one of the most influential figures in the game. Izzy Christiansen: WSL postponements a … [Read more...] about Hope Powell: Defying Mum to play football, building England Women and representing her communities

From a blockbuster tie between Man City and Arsenal to Tottenham's trophy dream and Wrexham's Hollywood story, we pick out the FA Cup fourth-round talking points... Is it time for Pep's apprentice to become the master? Mikel Arteta and Pep Guardiola have been friends for more than two decades, colleagues at Barcelona and City and now, for the first time, title rivals. Arteta's links to Guardiola predate even before his professional debut. Both progressed through Barcelona's La Masia youth system - where despite being 11 years Pep's junior, the now-Arsenal boss was already weighed down by comparisons to the legendary midfielder and their remarkably similar styles of play. Guardiola took the teenager under his wing, offering him guidance and striking up a chord which would last for more than two decades, to the present day. But while Pep had gone on to make the middle of the Nou Camp pitch his own, Arteta - stuck behind the generational duo of Xavi and Andres Iniesta … [Read more...] about FA Cup fourth round: Liverpool, Man City, Arsenal, Tottenham and Wrexham stories to look out for

Mikel Arteta and Pep Guardiola have been friends for more than two decades, colleagues at Barcelona and City and now, for the first time, title rivals. Just over three years since leaving Pep's City for his old club Arsenal, Arteta has achieved the uphill task of making the Gunners worthy opponents for his former employers. And for one week, the Premier League title race has been put on hold as attention turns to the FA Cup, with Arsenal chasing a domestic double at the expense of Arteta's old boss. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Arteta says Arsenal's title battle with Guardiola will not have an impact on their friendship This is the only competition where he has beaten Guardiola as a manager, but Arsenal's five-point lead in the Premier League suggests the wider hoodoo is lifting. On Friday night, their long-standing friendship will be put on hold for the Gunners' first encounter with the league champions this season, … [Read more...] about Man City vs Arsenal: Mikel Arteta finally threatens to match mentor and ‘idol’ Pep Guardiola

Nottingham Forest have completed the signing of Newcastle striker Chris Wood on an initial loan deal. Wood will spend the rest of the season on loan at the City Ground, with the deal having a conditional obligation to become permanent until the summer of 2024. Forest will pay £15m to make the deal permanent in the summer. Twitter Due to your consent preferences, you’re not able to view this. Open Privacy Options Wood said: "It's a great feeling and I am very thankful to be here. "Nottingham Forest is a massive club which I have come up against a number of times, but it's nice now to be able to pull on the red shirt and fight for the club. Trending Transfer Centre LIVE! Latest on Gordon, Zaniolo, Porro and more! Papers: Arsenal told price to seal Zubimendi deal Arteta vs Guardiola: Time for master and apprentice to swap roles? Wigan sack manager Toure after just two months in charge Why a new midfielder is … [Read more...] about Chris Wood: Nottingham Forest complete loan deal for Newcastle striker with move set to become £15m transfer in summer

Tottenham have organised a medical for potential loan arrival Arnaut Danjuma, as they look to snatch the Villarreal winger from under the noses of Everton. Sky Sports News reported on Monday that Danjuma would join managerless Everton on Tuesday. The move was still expected to go through despite the sacking of Frank Lampard, who played a key role in the deal. However, the Netherlands international is now travelling to London to hold talks with Spurs, and the club have scheduled a medical for Tuesday evening. Sky Sports News is attempting to verify whether a buy option or obligation will be included in any deal. Transfer Centre LIVE! January done deals | Premier League ins and outs Get Sky Sports | Download the Sky Sports App The 25-year-old had decided to join Everton despite there being more lucrative offers and interest elsewhere. He was aware of the challenge facing the club in the Premier League amid off-field chaos but wanted to test … [Read more...] about Arnaut Danjuma transfer: Tottenham make late move to sign Everton target on loan from Villarreal

Cheltenham Gold Cup-winning rider Barry Geraghty thinks Mares' Chase favourite could come unstuck at the Cheltenham Festival unless she brushes up on her jumping technique. The six-year-old again proved much too good for her rivals last weekend in a Grade Two novice chase at Thurles, but not without a major scare at the first fence, when diving out to her right and almost unseating jockey Paul Townend in the process. The Willie Mullins-trained mare would go on to win easily despite some cumbersome leaps, with some bookmakers cutting her into as short as 5/4 for the Mares' Chase at Cheltenham. Into Overdrive to miss Sky Bet Chase with Ultima the Cheltenham aim Racing round-up: Cotswold test ahead for National hero Noble Yeats YouTube Due to your consent preferences, you’re not able to view this. Open Privacy Options But Geraghty was nowhere near as convinced by the performance, feeling her technique will have to improve if she is going to … [Read more...] about Off The Fence: Allegorie De Vassy could struggle at Cheltenham if jumping errors continue, says Barry Geraghty