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BBC News
19-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Arsenal 1-0 Newcastle - the fans' verdict
We asked for your views on Arsenal's Premier League match against SouthamptonHere are some of your comments:Arsenal fansLachlan: Perfect way to end the season at home! Newcastle normally have a way of beating us but today we showed we can win games and I was mightily impressed with Kiwior. He hasn't put a foot wrong since he came in for Gabriel!Phil: Another game of two halves but we needed that win. Not only to effectively secure second, but to finally finish above City (could be useful to know we can next year) and because we have played three sub-par games against this Newcastle side without a win. We are still too passive on the ball though. We let the game happen to us rather than taking action more. Summer very much A hard-fought win, fully deserved, but sloppy passing at times. Raya made good on his mistakes and Declan scored a real match winner. Fortunately Newcastle could not finish in the final third but that was due to determined defending by the home side. Look forward to good summer signings to put Arsenal at the top of the Premier fans John: Both sides were dreadful. Newcastle had the majority of the chances in the first half with a depleted squad. Isak, despite misfiring of late, would have been far more of a threat than past-it Wilson. Arsenal were poor too, though. A dull watch all I think in the first half we were unlucky not to score. We missed Isak. We seemed to stop trying when they scored. However it says a lot that the man of the match was their goalkeeper. Callum Wilson was out of his depth, and it took Gordon a while to settle too. Fingers crossed we can get it right against Everton and win to finish third in the First half was exceptional minus a goal (or three). Second half we faded and were punished for our profligacy. Would have been lovely to have won the quadruple over Arsenal and be lying second, but wasn't meant to be I guess.
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Report: Napoli Determined to Sign 'Versatile' Arsenal Defender
Napoli revisit Kiwior interest as summer rebuild begins Napoli are once again turning their attention to Jakub Kiwior as they look to bolster their defensive ranks ahead of a crucial summer transfer window. The 24-year-old Poland international is under contract at Arsenal until 2028, but is now attracting renewed interest from Serie A – with the Naples-based club leading the chase. Advertisement After a testing spell adapting to Premier League life, Kiwior's stock has risen following a string of solid performances in the latter part of the 2024/25 campaign. Arsenal's asking price currently stands at around €35 million (£30m), with Napoli weighing up their next move. Champions League return gives Napoli leverage Napoli's pursuit of Kiwior is not without competition. AC Milan have also expressed interest in the former Spezia defender, but it is Napoli who hold a potential edge. The club has qualified for next season's UEFA Champions League – a factor that could prove persuasive in negotiations. Kiwior's representatives, who also manage Napoli midfielder Stanislav Lobotka, are said to be fielding multiple offers. Yet Napoli's longstanding admiration for the player and their status in European competition might make them an attractive destination. The club previously attempted to bring Kiwior in during the January window, but Arsenal rejected a loan proposal. Photo IMAGO Arsenal open to sale but value must be met Arsenal have shown reluctance to part with Kiwior in the past, particularly after Gabriel Magalhães' injury created opportunities for the Pole to feature regularly. His increased involvement towards the end of the season did not go unnoticed. Mikel Arteta handed him a consistent run of starts, and Kiwior responded with composed displays, offering tactical flexibility and reliable cover on the left side of defence. Advertisement However, the North London club remain open to business if their valuation is matched. Arsenal are believed to view the €35 million asking price as fair, especially considering Kiwior's age, potential resale value, and the club's broader plans in the transfer market. Italy return on the cards for Kiwior For Kiwior, a return to Serie A could provide the regular minutes and tactical environment that best suit his strengths. His previous spell with Spezia saw him blossom into one of the league's most promising young defenders, ultimately earning his move to the Emirates in January 2023. Whether Napoli can finalise a deal may come down to how aggressively they move in the early stages of the window. With Milan also in the race and Arsenal under no immediate pressure to sell, time may be of the essence. 'Napoli have returned decisively to Jakub Kiwior, Arsenal's centre-back with a contract until 2028.' 'The agents, the same as Lobotka, have received multiple offers, but the blue club has an advantage: he will play in the Champions League and had already sought him in the past.' 'In January, Napoli had attempted a loan, but Arsenal rejected it. Now the Gunners are asking for around 35 million for the player, who at the end of the season became a starter for Arteta.'
Daily Mirror
18-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Arsenal issued Leroy Sane transfer update as reservations over £50m deal emerge
Arsenal are preparing to spend big in the summer transfer window, as Mikel Arteta attempts to finally build a squad who are capable of winning the Premier League title Arsenal are stepping up their preparations for the summer transfer window, with just two more Premier League games to go. The Gunners host Newcastle on Sunday in a fixture which will have major implications on who qualifies for the 2025-26 Champions League. Although it'd take an unlikely set of results for Mikel Arteta's side to miss out, a win would guarantee Arsenal a place in Europe's elite competition. The added funds and prestige would give the Gunners a better chance of securing their top summer targets. Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi has already been lined up, with a £52million deal set to be completed in the coming weeks. The Gunners' focus next priority is signing a striker, having opted against a move for a centre forward in January. But the striker role isn't the only position which Arteta and newly-appointed sporting director Andrea Berta are targeting. Arsenal are expected to make signings in defence and would like a winger who can freshen up their attack, and Arteta might know just the man from his Manchester City days. Here's a round-up of the latest transfer news from the Emirates. Bayern chief reveals no Sane agreement Bayern Munich sporting director Christoph Freund has revealed that there's currently 'no agreement' in talks with Leroy Sane over a new contract. Sane, 29, has entered the final two months of his current deal and the former City winger has been linked with a move to Arsenal. Freund told Sky Germany after Bayern's 4-0 victory over Hoffenheim on Saturday: "There is currently no agreement, that's true. The talks have been ongoing for some time now, but they are good talks. We'll see if there is an agreement in the next few days or weeks." Should Arsenal sign Leroy Sane on a free transfer? Have your say in the comments section. Arsenal have reservations over £50m Lookman deal Ademola Lookman is admired by Arsenal but the Gunners harbour reservations about signing him. Lookman, 27, has enjoyed a fantastic few years at Alatanta and the Sun report that Arsenal have taken notice. But as things stand, Arsenal chiefs aren't convinced. It's been reported elsewhere that the Nigeria international is valued at £50million. Napoli reignite Kiwior interest Napoli are ready to renew their pursuit of Jakub Kiwior but want Arsenal to lower their £29.5m asking price. Polish defender Kiwior has become a starter in the absence of Gabriel Magalhaes and played his best football yet for the Gunners. But a report from Italian newspaper Il Mattino, via Tuttomercatoweb, claims that Napoli are ready to their luck for Kiwior again this summer. The 25-year-old has frequentedly been linked with a return to Serie A, having been signed from Italian side Spezia for £21m in January 2023.
Scottish Sun
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Arsenal star Jakub Kiwior turns director as he films twerk queen Wag doing raunchy dance routine in water
Fans reacted to the moment on social media WIOR BLIMEY Arsenal star Jakub Kiwior turns director as he films twerk queen Wag doing raunchy dance routine in water Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) JAKUB KIWIOR has tried his hand at directing after filming his partner doing a raunchy dance routine in water. The Arsenal star is dating Claudia Kowalczyk, who made her name as a twerking champion. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 11 Claudia Kowalczyk showed off her stunning dance moves Credit: 11 She performed the routine whilst drenched in water Credit: 11 She was filmed by partner and Arsenal star Jakub Kiwior Credit: 11 He was very focused on his task Credit: Kiwior, 25, was spotted by fans filming his impressive dancing partner in a new video. The defender can be seen holding a camera and concentrating on capturing the moment. Claudia, 30, meanwhile takes centre stage as she performs a stunning dance in water while wearing a tight-fitted leotard. Fans were stunned on social media as they reacted to the moment. READ MORE ON ARSENAL ON THE MEND How Martin Zubimendi can transform Arsenal and unleash Declan Rice One posted: "Is that Jakub Kiwior behind the camera?" A second wrote: "My guy is so serious." A third commented: "Winning on and off the pitch." A fourth said: "Guy can do anything, what a legend." JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS Another added: "They said teamwork makes the dream work, and this is the most glamorous example I've ever seen." Claudia, who goes under the moniker 'Claudia Redheaded' has a fanbase of 80k followers on Instagram. Jakub Kiwior's stunning twerk queen Wag shakes bum in the sea in Greece as he prepares to star for Poland at Euro 2024 11 It is not the first time she her performed in water Credit: Instagram / @ 11 Claudia is a twerking queen Credit: 11 Her and Kiwior have been together before he joined Arsenal Credit: Instagram @ 11 She has a big fan base on social media Credit: Instagram / @ She has often caught the attention of her followers as she previously stunned in a black leather cat mask. The beauty has also caught the eye in a hot tub while on holiday with Kiwior. And after wiggling her bum on the beach as she soaked up the sun in Dubai. The defender endured a slow start to life at Arsenal following his £21million switch from Italian outfit Spezia. He had been tipped with an exit from the Emirates Stadium with AC Milan interested. However, he has established himself as a key member of the squad following the injury to Gabriel Magalhães earlier this year. 11 She has 80,000 followers on Instagram Credit: Instagram @ 11 She regularly posts twerking tutorials on social media Credit: Instagram @
BBC News
12-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Gossip: Italian giants keen on Kiwior
Arsenal centre-back Jakub Kiwior is on the radar of both Juventus and Inter Milan as the 25-year-old Poland defender weighs up his long-term future. (Football Insider), externalWant more transfer stories? Read Monday's full gossip columnFollow the gossip column on BBC Sport
