Arsenal: August 2008 - news archive

Arsene Wenger has confirmed he will spend the next 24 hours trying to sign a new midfielder but knows it will be a big ask.

Robin Van Persie stole the show as Arsenal cruised to a comfortable 3-0 victory over a tired looking Newcastle United at the Emirates.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says he still wants to strengthen his squad and is ready to burn the midnight oil.

Arsenal have been drawn in Group G alongside former Champions League winners Porto and Turkish side Fenerbahce.

Former Arsenal defender Philippe Senderos has described his move to AC Milan as a 'dream come true'.

Arsenal look set to beat Everton to the £12million signing of Feyenoord central midfielder Jonathan de Guzman.

Arsenal defender Philippe Senderos has completed his move away from the Emirates and will spend the season on loan with AC Milan.

Arsenal's chances of landing Gareth Barry have all but gone after the midfielder pledged his future to Aston Villa.

Switzerland international Gohkan Inler has rejected the opportunity to sign for Arsenal to stay with Italian side Udinese.

Switzerland international Philippe Senderos will complete his year long loan to AC Milan if he passes a medical today.

Cesc Fabregas has insisted he has no desire to follow fellow midfielders Alexander Hleb and Mathieu Flamini out of Arsenal.

Arsenal star Cesc Fabregas has told boss Arsene Wenger to pull out all the stops to sign Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso.

Brede Hangeland's first-half strike allowed Fulham to claim a famous victory over their more prestigious London neighbours.

Martin O'Neill has described Arsene Wenger's admission that Arsenal would like to sign Gareth Barry as "strange" and "bizarre".

Arsene Wenger has revealed he never feared Emmanuel Adebayor would leave Arsenal over the summer.

Arsene Wenger could boost Arsenal's title credentials by signing Aston Villa's Gareth Barry in addition to Man Utd's Mikael Silvestre.

Arsenal are still keen on Gareth Barry but Arsene Wenger has hinted Aston Villa's valuation could be the stumbling block.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger claims he hijacked Mikael Silvestre's medical at Manchester City to bring him to the Emirates.

Andrei Arshavin ended his chances of joining Arsenal by demanding too much money, according to his agent Dennis Lachter.

Mikael Silvestre said he was ready for a "new challenge" after completing his shock switch to Arsenal from rivals Manchester United.

Rennes have made an enquiry about taking Arsenal defender Johann Djourou to France in a loan deal although it is unlikely to happen.

Arsenal have permitted 18-year-old midfielder Nacer Barazite to leave the club and join Derby on loan until the end of the year.

Manchester City are ready to head off Arsenal's interest in Michael Johnson by offering him a new long-term deal.

Tomas Rosicky has blasted reports suggesting he had criticised his Arsenal team-mates and says the Gunners camp is united.

Arsene Wenger says Cesc Fabregas will be fit to return to action when Arsenal take on FC Twente in the Champions League.

Emmanuel Adebayor has ended speculation over his future at Arsenal by penning a new long-term deal with the club.

Arsenal are set to send highly-rated left-back Kieron Gibbs on a season-long loan to Championship side Reading.

Arsenal could be about to make a shock move for Ipswich Town's highly-rated starlet Danny Haynes.

Samir Nasri's debut goal proved to be the difference as Arsenal struggled to a 1-0 win over newly-promoted West Brom at the Emirates.

Middlesbrough have signed Arsenal full-back Justin Hoyte for £3million on a four-year deal.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is confident that the Gunners can improve on last season and win the Premiership this term.

Attacking midfielder Samir Nasri is expected to have shaken off a knee injury in time to make his debut against West Brom.

Arsene Wenger is set to take Gunners wonderkid Jack Wilshere out of the firing line to protect him from burn out.

Middlesbrough are hoping to have Justin Hoyte available to face Tottenham on Saturday after Arsenal accepted a bid for the right-back.

Arsenal will be making at least one more addition to the squad before the transfer window closes according to boss Arsene Wenger.

As Arsene Wenger prepares to lead his depleted troops into a Champions League battle, he says the pressure is all on the Gunners.

Arsene Wenger is said to be considering making a move for highly-rated teenage Senegalese striker Mame Biram Diouf.

Marseille insist they have had no contact from Arsenal over Lorik Cana and say he is not for sale in any case.

Arsenal are reported to be lining up a move for Manchester City midfielder Michael Johnson whose future remains in doubt.

Arsenal have been told by Barcelona to forget about making a swoop for Yaya Toure as he is not for sale this summer.

Middlesbrough have reportedly turned their attentions away from Arsenal's Justin Hoyte and on to Fulham's Moritz Volz.

Former Arsenal star Marc Overmars has resumed his football career at 35 - four years after announcing his retirement.

Arsenal have been linked with a move for Italian starlet Sebastian Giovinco but will have to wrestle him away from Juventus.

Arsene Wenger has hinted defender Justin Hoyte could be free to leave Arsenal, with Middlesborough leading the chase to sign him.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has said he is 'too busy' to sign a new midfielder but hasn't ruled out a move for Gokhan Inler.

Boro have reportedly launched an official bid for Arsenal right-back Justin Hoyte as boss Gareth Southgate looks to replace Luke Young.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is in talks with Udinese's Swiss midfielder Gokhan Inler over a possible move to the Emirates Stadium.

Spanish international Marcos Senna says he turned down an offer from Arsenal before signing a new deal with Villarreal.

It's understood Middlesbrough are set to make a move for Arsenal defender Justin Hoyte, as they seek a replacement for Luke Young.

Arsenal are being linked with another swoop on Marseille with midfielder Lorik Cana said to be the target.

Arsenal striker Robin Van Persie wants to sign a new deal at the club and is hoping to re-open negotiations with the Gunners.

Emmanuel Adebayor has officially pledged his future to Arsenal by penning a bumper new deal with the club, according to reports.

Aston Villa are targeting a swoop for Arsenal's Justin Hoyte and Chelsea's Paulo Ferreira as they look to sign a new right-back.