Alan Buckby

Alan Buckby

Sports Journalist · 97 articles

Arsenal finally secure towering defender after contract breakthrough
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Arsenal finally secure towering defender after contract breakthrough

Arsenal have secured the future of highly rated academy defender Josh Ogunnaike after the 18-year-old signed his first professional contract. The versatile defender has committed his future to the Gunners following five years in the club’s academy system. Arsenal confirmed Ogunnaike’s new professional terms, with the agreement still subject to the completion of regulatory processes. […]

Arsenal Women make ruthless transfer statement after six exits
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Arsenal Women make ruthless transfer statement after six exits

Arsenal Women have accelerated their summer rebuild, completing six permanent signings while allowing six players to leave Renée Slegers’ squad. The scale of the turnover initially appeared surprising after Arsenal won the inaugural FIFA Women’s Champions Cup in February. However, the business points towards planned succession rather than a reaction to one disappointing campaign. The […]

Arsenal rocked as Atletico reject staggering €200m Alvarez move
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Arsenal rocked as Atletico reject staggering €200m Alvarez move

Arsenal have suffered a major setback in their pursuit of Julián Álvarez. Atlético Madrid insist they will reject offers worth up to €200million. Mikel Arteta admires the Argentina international and wants another elite forward this summer. Álvarez can play through the middle or across the front line. Arsenal have explored a possible deal after winning […]

Arsenal prepare £60m move after devastating Saliba injury blow
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Arsenal prepare £60m move after devastating Saliba injury blow

Arsenal are reportedly preparing an opening bid for Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa after William Saliba suffered a serious back injury at the World Cup. Saliba was forced off during France’s semi-final defeat by Spain after playing through discomfort during the tournament. The centre-back now faces further examinations, with surgery possible and his availability for […]

Arsenal set to sign £34m ‘warrior’ who can replace Trossard
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Arsenal set to sign £34m ‘warrior’ who can replace Trossard

Arsenal’s move for Christos Tzolis may have surprised some supporters, but the Club Brugge winger appears to be a natural replacement for Leandro Trossard. The Gunners have agreed a £34million deal for the Greece international after Trossard completed his permanent transfer to Besiktas. Tzolis returns to England having transformed his career since a difficult spell […]

Arsenal officially sign one of Europe’s best young goalkeepers
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Arsenal officially sign one of Europe’s best young goalkeepers

Arsenal Women have completed the permanent signing of teenage Danish goalkeeper Isabella Damm from Brøndby IF. The 18-year-old joins Renée Slegers’ squad after previously spending time training with Arsenal on trial. Damm progressed through Brøndby’s academy after joining the Danish club in 2021. She made her senior debut during a 3-0 victory over AGF in […]

Graeme Souness tears into ‘limited’ Arsenal star after World Cup exit
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Graeme Souness tears into ‘limited’ Arsenal star after World Cup exit

Graeme Souness has branded Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice “limited” following England’s World Cup semi-final defeat by Argentina. Rice started alongside Elliot Anderson as Thomas Tuchel’s side moved within minutes of reaching their first World Cup final since 1966. However, the 27-year-old was withdrawn during the closing stages before Argentina scored twice to secure a 2-1 […]

Arsenal confirm major boardroom exit after record £691m revenue
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Arsenal confirm major boardroom exit after record £691m revenue

Arsenal chief commercial officer Juliet Slot is set to leave the club after almost five years at the Emirates Stadium. Slot joined Arsenal in December 2021 and has played a central role in the club’s significant commercial growth. The decision comes after Arsenal won the 2025/26 Premier League title, with Slot and the club agreeing […]

Arsenal sources reveal Andrea Berta’s ruthless transfer strategy
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Arsenal sources reveal Andrea Berta’s ruthless transfer strategy

Andrea Berta is reportedly refusing to be pressured into overpriced deals as Arsenal continue working on several summer targets. The sporting director has already completed extensive groundwork across multiple positions for Mikel Arteta’s squad. Sources have described Berta as a “machine” who arrives at Arsenal’s training ground early and regularly works until late. According to […]

David Ornstein confirms Arsenal agree £34m deal for next signing
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David Ornstein confirms Arsenal agree £34m deal for next signing

Arsenal have reached an agreement worth around £34million with Club Brugge for the signing of Christos Tzolis. David Ornstein reports that the Gunners are now finalising the transfer after making significant progress in negotiations with the Belgian club. The Greece international has been keen to join Mikel Arteta’s side and previously rejected the opportunity to […]

Arsenal midfielder makes transfer decision after UAE interest
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Arsenal midfielder makes transfer decision after UAE interest

Christian Nørgaard reportedly wants to remain at Arsenal for at least one more season despite attracting interest from the United Arab Emirates. Hand of Arsenal reports that the midfielder’s current priority is to stay in London rather than pursue an overseas move this summer. Nørgaard has been linked with UAE Pro League side Al Jazira. […]