We’re starting to see some of the fallout of the transfer
window, though, unfortunately, none of it is on the pitch. I’m sure many
Gooners are still buzzing from the Ozil transfer and why shouldn’t you be? We,
as a fan base, have been crying for world class players to be brought in and finally
the club has delivered. It’s been a long time coming.
Cesc Fabregas and Joachim Low chime
in on their surprise regarding Ozil’s transfer. The transfer pretty much
shuts the door on a potential Fabregas return to the Emirates and I’m going to
go cry in the corner now. (Guardian)
Now that the window is over, it appears Arsene’s next bit of
business is to offer Sagna, Mertesacker, and Rosicky new
deals. Sagna looks to be earning that new contract both through his play
and his utility by playing centerback. Mertesacker is the man and also a leader in
the locker room. Rosicky just owns. (Telegraph)
Jack Wilshere says he feels better
which is obviously great news. Unfortunately, this also means that he was able
to train with England, which is disconcerting. (Twitter)
The Welsh manager, Gary
Chris Coleman, has praised
Aaron Ramsey’s performances. He says that if Ramsey continues to play as he
has, it will be hard for him to lose his place in the Arsenal line up. I’d tend
to agree. When Wilshere can’t crack the line up, blame Ramsey. (Independent)
Even in trying times, Nigeria has a love
affair with Arsenal. Sports man, sports. (Guardian)
Have you had enough Tottenham Schadenfreude for one week?
Well, Daniel Levy tried to stop the Ozil transfer, citing the “partnership”
between Real and Spurs. LESSON: Don’t get into bed with a polygamist. (Daily Mail)
Looking around the League,
Spurs added and despite the loss and Ozil arriving at the Emirates,
they should still set
their sights on the Top Four says Darren Lewis. Have we reached our quota
on snide comments about Tottenham? Damn. (Mirror)
Across the capital, Chelsea is worried about the fitness of
Eden Hazard after he was forced
out of training with the Belgian national team due to soreness in his
achilles. He is still expected to play against Scotland tomorrow. And now I’m
listening to Achilles Last Stand. (Daily
Mail)
If you think Arsenal had a bad transfer window, you should
talk to a Manchester United fan. They’re mad and they’re seeking an inquest to sit
down with the Vice-Chairman, Ed Woodward. (Guardian)
United has chosen to appease their fans by giving Nani a new
contract, although the only people that should be appeased by this are Nani
and his agent. (BBC)
Old friend [snickers], Robin Van Persie has refuted
reports that he’s unhappy at Manchester United. You’re playing for David
Moyes, I’d understand if you were unhappy, Robin. (ESPN FC)
Meanwhile, Moyes is oblivious
to the criticism he is receiving. And he still hasn’t won a game at
Anfield. (Telegraph)
Speaking of the Scousers, Brendan Rodgers has said that Luis
Suarez will play
on the wing once he returns from his biting suspension. It’s probably for
the best, since the latest studies suggest that centerbacks taste better. (Guardian)
Former Liverpool midfielder, Dietmar Hamann, believes that
Liverpool can challenge
for the Top Four. In the past, I’d cackle at this, but I honestly think
that Liverpool had a great summer between adding depth and keeping Suarez. (Goal)
Finally, Daniel Taylor talks about the “Joe
Hart problem,” which I am sure City will solve by throwing money at it. (Guardian)
I know that that’s a lot to take in, but hopefully, it gets
you through your work day. The weekend is right around the corner.
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