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The Gunners Thread
| Posted: 19 Apr 2010, 16:51 | |
Veteran Member Joined: 29 Oct 2005, 18:41 Posts: 3006 |
klc123 wrote: ^ I was going to, but Almunia showed he isn't a complete bell end against Barcelona.
Apart from being out of position for the first goal and done at his near post of the 2nd goal I thought he was excellent too.  Mandy felt Brian's wrath when she wandered in front of him after they'd announced free beer at the bar..... |
| Posted: 20 Apr 2010, 15:46 | |
Veteran Member Joined: 13 Jan 2007, 16:26 Posts: 2858 |
Again, note the word "complete", many keepers at the same level make similar mistakes to the ones he made so it's not all doom and gloom for him.
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| Posted: 28 Apr 2010, 02:41 | |
Veteran Member Joined: 31 Mar 2008, 16:54 Posts: 880 Location: University of Delaware |
St. Toterringham's day is coming late this year. I'd say Arsenal can only afford to lose or draw one more game thiis season to feel safe. I plan on celebrating this holliday more than ever to relieve some tension. It just needs to happen already!
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| Posted: 16 May 2010, 01:39 | |
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if wenger actually signs buffon and toure, i think arsenal could really challenge for the title
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| Posted: 16 May 2010, 01:57 | |
Yeah, Yaya would be great in the midfield and when he would be needed for even a CB role. We have a lot of creativity and speed in the midfield, but no real muscle or physicality. I think Yaya would be great at that role, if the price is right. Who knows about the keeper situation....I saw Ben Foster was picked up by Birmingham because they have to return Hart. It's hard to say what kind of ROI you'll get on Buffon because of the recent injuries, age, etc. It's been reported that Man City want Buffon...so I'd rather take Hart if there was a choice. Man City would have Given and Buffon which might be a little overkill. I'd love to see Kjaer move to Arsenal for a CB option that should leave more money for other players they want to pursue.
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| Posted: 16 May 2010, 03:05 | |
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Quote: I'd love to see Kjaer move to Arsenal for a CB option that should leave more money for other players they want to pursue.
Just thought I'd mention, Kjaer would not come cheap, I've heard something about 20m, more if Palermo make it to the Champions League. As soon as anyone places a bid on him, they'll immediately get in a bidding war with pretty much every big team in Europe. Anyway, don't have much more to add, Yaya makes sense, he can win the ball and move the ball around, which is always helpful in a system like Arsenal's. If Gallas is leaving I would think a centre-back is necessary. "A match isn't lost until after it's over." Me "The greatest glory in life lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." Nelson Mandella 
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| Posted: 16 May 2010, 03:40 | |
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Veteran Member Joined: 31 Mar 2008, 16:54 Posts: 880 Location: University of Delaware |
It wouldn't be a summer transfer window without a Yaya to Arsenal rumour. This has been going on for years, I wouldn't get my hopes up.
Wenger is not going to spend money on a keeper. He will look for a deal, and hopefully find a good one. Hart, Buffon, etcetera are way too much for Arsenal to handle, despite what they say. The Emirates was expensive. I would like a keeper and 2 centre backs this summer. We've already got Chamakh, so thats all i think we really need. 4 players. I would love to get more, but if we can get those 4 players, all of starting caliber (except maybe the second centre back) I will be content. I'd have to say there are no arsenal fans saying "you know what we need, a little skillful 20 year old winger" And the dreams that you dare to dream, really do come true |
| Posted: 16 May 2010, 03:42 | |
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mr_dude wrote: Quote: I'd love to see Kjaer move to Arsenal for a CB option that should leave more money for other players they want to pursue. Just thought I'd mention, Kjaer would not come cheap, I've heard something about 20m, more if Palermo make it to the Champions League. As soon as anyone places a bid on him, they'll immediately get in a bidding war with pretty much every big team in Europe. Anyway, don't have much more to add, Yaya makes sense, he can win the ball and move the ball around, which is always helpful in a system like Arsenal's. If Gallas is leaving I would think a centre-back is necessary. I've seen estimates of 12M, but 20M isn't too far fetched if a bidding war started with ManU or someone with a like interest. I'm pretty sure Gallas is gone, they really can't justify his salary(80K a week now, he wants more) based on his injury status/current and possible future form. Plus, there are players he doesn't get along with on the current Arsenal squad, mainly Nasri. Kolo Toure stated that Gallas was the main reason he left for Man City, other than the money of course. I hope Sol resigns, but it would be nice to get a mid to late 20's experienced CB already adjusted to the EPL to partner with Verms. The transfer market will be ridiculous this year...with the likes of ManU, Real Madrid, Arsenal, Juve, AC Milan all having seasons that didn't yield the results that were desired by their fans and management. Especially if some values get inflated by some of the World Cup performances, it'll be a war of the war chests.
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| Posted: 16 May 2010, 03:51 | |
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bsc wrote: I'd have to say there are no arsenal fans saying "you know what we need, a little skillful 20 year old winger"
haha, so true. It looks like we were a U19 team 5 years ago. I don't expect much but I'd say Chamakh is almost a done deal, a constant CB and almost ANY other experienced and proven GK to roll the dice with would meet my expectations. The fact we won the UEFA Fair Play shows either our constraint or inability of play a more physical game. I'm not wanting a leg breaker, but maybe someone that's a little more physical in the midfield.
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| Posted: 16 May 2010, 18:26 | |
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i heard wenger is courting phil jagielka and there was a report tht arsenal might try to sign phillipe mexes.... I'd rather hav mexes but im not sure if both would fit
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| Posted: 16 May 2010, 18:43 | |
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Yeah, I doubt they would sign both but he is probably in the market for either. Like i said earlier, a lot of clubs are going to splash cash this year so it's imperative that you have a couple back-up plans just in case a bidding war were to break out over a particular player. I'd rather have Mexes as well. He's 28 so he has the leadership experience we need and he's French, which is always a big plus for Wenger. I think he would work well along side of Verms, and a player accustom to the physical nature of Serie A wouldn't hurt.
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| Posted: 16 May 2010, 20:26 | |
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Veteran Member Joined: 13 Jan 2007, 16:26 Posts: 2858 |
Lol at your sig 
Who thinks Fabregas is going? A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. |
| Posted: 16 May 2010, 20:42 | |
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I know right, Arshavin is such a kid. Ehh, it's hard to say about Fabregas. He shouldn't be out saying that "If I leave, it'll be for Barcelona" and all. It's not that it's Fabregas in general, but he's the captain of the team. It's just poor taste and it really doesn't set an example for his squad. If he does leave, I want Yaya and some cash to buy another CB/GK. If your at Arsenal, don't talk about your desire or wish for other clubs....or there's the door, Fabregas or any other player.
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| Posted: 16 May 2010, 20:53 | |
To be honest if I was at Arsenal I would want out, they are going nowhere in the near future. Fabregas is a winner, barcelona are winners, pep is a winner, Arsenal are not, Wenger is not
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| Posted: 16 May 2010, 21:02 | |
Admin Joined: 24 Feb 2005, 23:40 Posts: 4995 Location: Michigan, USA |
So with all this talk about Yaya going to Arsenal, does that mean that Barcelona are pleased with Busquets? Because I think that would be a mistake on Barcelona's part.
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