Zuron 🇬🇭🇵🇸

Arsenal Fan

[HandofArsenal @HandofArsenal]

• Mikel Arteta is set to renew his contract with Arsenal and spearhead the title defence of The English Champions. The club approached our Basque native earlier this year, and it was agreed Mikel wanted to focus on delivering us major silverware & to earn his position within the home of the champions. Total accountability.

My understanding is that Enrique Riquleme explored a secret plot to bring Arteta to Madrid if he had won his presidential election. Mikel is currently on 'holiday', yet actively involved in our transfer operations. While everyone at the club are behaving like it’s a done deal, the club hope to finalise the inner details of the most important contract at the club. Minimum 3 years - the wheels are firmly on. Viva La Mikel.

• Andrea Berta's current contract runs until 2028. As I understand it, senior officials from Saudi explored a possibility of luring the Italian to the Middle East, while Bayern also covertly did the same thing. Andrea promised Mikel last summer he would deliver him a squad worthy of major silverware… mission completed, with the UCL now in their sights.

Another thing I wanted to mention is Micheli Maurizio, the man responsible for scouting Hamšík, Kvaratskhelia, Kim Min-Jae and now Christos Tzolis. While Arsenal aim to add atleast 2 attackers, do not underestimate the authority and respect this man has within the club and wider football. Two weeks ago, I was speaking to the representatives of a player who told me Micheli was the one holding court without the presence of Berta. This duo act are conducting business seamlessly, as you can see with the revamp of the Arsenal youth set up, for which I am told the club have ring fenced a special transfer budget.

• The contract of Declan Rice is also a major focus for Arsenal this summer, with initial talks starting early this year. As I understand it, Declan is very happy at Arsenal despite interest from the likes of Real Madrid and others. Talks are going smoothly and expect this to get done in due course.

• Jurrien Timber's contract is very close to completion. Minor details remain.

• David Raya has a 1 year optional extension on his current contract, which has 2 years left. All parties are very relaxed about his long term future, as a pay rise was agreed last summer.

As for all the rumours circulating, as of today, Arsenal are yet to make direct contact with ANY club for a MIDFIELDER.

I am happy to provide a 'state of play' post on the midfielder situation if that would be helpful?

HandofArsenal

https://t.co/Av82d2H54h

[Zuron 🇬🇭🇵🇸 @Pernz_B]

I being so fr it should be and for the adults too whose every single message photo will be stored by the government

[bald 🇪🇺🏆🏆🏆 @palarsebald]

Tears this is their 9/11. It looks like the VAR room ffs

[Zuron 🇬🇭🇵🇸 @Pernz_B]

Where in the fuck did this come from??

[Fabrizio Romano @FabrizioRomano]

🚨💣 EXCLUSIVE: Real Madrid reach verbal agreement to sign Marc Cucurella from Chelsea, HERE WE GO!

Verbal agreement in place between all parties, player too — he’s the left back wanted by Mourinho. Details to follow.

Cucurella leaves #CFC and joins Madrid after World Cup. ⚪️🇪🇸

[Zuron 🇬🇭🇵🇸 @Pernz_B]

@imzftbi “Close to this level” and it’s the pinnacle of attacking talent😭🥀

[Zuron 🇬🇭🇵🇸 @Pernz_B]

Step up Jr step up!!

[Zuron 🇬🇭🇵🇸 @Pernz_B]

They need to sort this midfield out now 😭😭 they’re so many unforced errors omg

[Zuron 🇬🇭🇵🇸 @Pernz_B]

Brazil midfield is KILLING THEM omg

[Zuron 🇬🇭🇵🇸 @Pernz_B]

This Brazil midfield is killing them 😭😭😭

[Zuron 🇬🇭🇵🇸 @Pernz_B]

@RobhRyan @_Ventfull_ 100% I remember during the Edu era he said something similar. He gave an example of a player who data wise was great for our project but he declined the transfer because the first thing he mention was money. More likely then not it was Schlottterbeck he was referring to

[Zuron 🇬🇭🇵🇸 @Pernz_B]

@RobhRyan @_Ventfull_ Yeah that’s fair, but it takes precedent for most of our approaches. In terms of sigining players, we know how much Arteta values character and team homogeneity. And sometimes like Calafiori, Arteta can be found going against the data, signing players purely on instinct.

[Zuron 🇬🇭🇵🇸 @Pernz_B]

@_Ventfull_ Last season was literally the only time💀🥀 and only for one player. This would be a data driven signing let’s behave. What are you talking about

[Zuron 🇬🇭🇵🇸 @Pernz_B]

@_Ventfull_ @chiddyafc https://t.co/vK8ozqCmVf

Yet it’s the data team who seems the appreciate him🤷🏿‍♂️

[HandofArsenal @HandofArsenal]

Arsenal are in direct contact with Club Brugge to sign Christos Tzolis. As I reported earlier, player is very keen but the fee will be key. Data team at Arsenal highly impressed for a while with Greek winger.

Market opportunity which wont affect main target or Monga deal.

[HandofArsenal @HandofArsenal]

Bradley Barcola Situation

• Moussa Sissoko has been trying to renew Bradley Barcola’s contract for the best part of 9-12 months. Talks have been difficult, and it reached a point where both parties agreed to put negotiations on hold so that Barcola and PSG could focus on important fixtures in April and May.

• Soon after the UEFA Champions League final, talks resumed and remain ongoing. The player reportedly told people close to him that he was disappointed not to start a number of important fixtures.

• PSG’s position is clear: renew or we will sell, as his contract expires in June 2028. Personally, I think that is a significant stance for the club to take.

• Barcola’s agent also represents Ousmane Dembélé and Désiré Doué and maintains a good relationship with PSG. The club is also in serious talks regarding Yan Diomande and Maghnes Akliouche, which could further influence the situation surrounding Barcola.

Both Arsenal and Liverpool are interested, but I want to explain Arsenal’s side of the story.

• Andrea Berta made serious enquiries into Barcola’s situation last summer. At the time, Arsenal were informed that the player would stay for at least one more year. Since then, Berta has remained in constant contact with Sissoko and has made it clear that Barcola is of serious interest to Arsenal. He has also asked to be notified if PSG become open to a sale. Should Arsenal make an official approach towards PSG, there will be a further update.

• Arsenal also hold an interest in Morgan Rogers and one other player(sensitive info currently). More on that in due course.

• As always, Andrea Berta is willing to agree personal terms with multiple targets and make a move when the timing suits Arsenal.

Before I sign off, there is something worth noting. Berta is very happy for misinformation to circulate publicly. Berta & Co are busy behind the scenes, and many details remain unknown as Arsenal move silently.

Allow me to provide a free exclusive as an example of that which is unknown. Arsenal made standard checks on Nico Paz. Nico was reportedly left confused following a recent call with Mourinho, although another conversation may be scheduled. Arsenal have also made serious checks on Christos Tzolis, the Greek winger.

My point is that a great deal is happening behind the curtain. Embrace the silence and, as always, choose your sources of information carefully.

HandofArsenal

[Zuron 🇬🇭🇵🇸 @Pernz_B]

@kae1enftbl_ Neither team has made a bid that should be the main point 🤣🤣

[Zuron 🇬🇭🇵🇸 @Pernz_B]

10 times bette then those plastic fucking soulless stadiums

[Diva @divaUTD_]

This is how 89% Of the stadium looks in England
Please shut up.

[Zuron 🇬🇭🇵🇸 @Pernz_B]

@tomtweettime @Wiggy1909 Yeah and it was correct lmao why are we acting like this a unique thing for him let’s behave

[munii @m1nuyln2]

shame the haters couldn’t have a parade like we did 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[Zuron 🇬🇭🇵🇸 @Pernz_B]

It’s getting so busy

[Zuron 🇬🇭🇵🇸 @Pernz_B]

Gabriel had his best match in an Arsenal shirt don’t get that wrong