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Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Mikel Arteta mysteriously leaves £10million summer signing and host of outcasts out of Arsenal squad for Man Utd clash
Five other fit players were left out of the matchday squad MIK DROPPED Mikel Arteta mysteriously leaves £10million summer signing and host of outcasts out of Arsenal squad for Man Utd clash Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MIKEL ARTETA left summer signing Christian Norgaard out of his squad against Manchester United. Arsenal travelled to Old Trafford with several first-team players absent. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Mikel Arteta left Christian Norgaard out of his squad against Man Utd Credit: Getty 3 Norgaard was a £10m summer arrival from Man Utd Credit: Alamy 3 Riccardo Calafiori scored the opener Credit: Reuters Norgaard, who joined the Gunners for £10million this summer, was missing, despite being ever-present in pre-season. It is possible the Dane has a knock as he has not been seen in training this week. Arteta instead started another newboy, Martin Zubimendi, alongside Declan Rice in midfield. While Mikel Merino was named as the sole midfielder on the bench, although Myles Lewis-Skelly can play there too. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL Oh-no-na Onana DROPPED by Amorim as Man Utd consider shock De Gea return Several exiled players were also excluded from the squad, with many made available for transfer. Reiss Nelson, Jakub Kiwior, Fabio Vieira are amongst those who are expected to leave in the next few days. They could be joined out of the exit door by Albert Sambi Lokonga and Oleksandr Zinchenko, who have also fallen out of Arteta's plans. Arsenal did not miss Norgaard as Rice curled in a corner to set up the opener. BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir got a hand to the ball but he could only help it goalwards, and Riccardo Calafiori was on hand to add a final touch on the line. Viktor Gyokeres also made his Arsenal debut following his £60million arrival.
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Arsenal new-boy reveals how to pronounce name properly… and you've been saying it all wrong for years
ARSENAL newbie Christian Norgaard has revealed how to pronounce his name properly… and you've been saying it wrong for years. Former Brentford star Norgaard penned a deal with the Gunners this summer after six years in west London. 1 The 31-year-old, who cost £10million, could make his debut in Sunday's Premier League opener against Manchester United. And he is sure to play an important role supporting the likes of big-money Arsenal midfielders like Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi. However, commentators will have to make sure they know how to say his name correctly. That's because it sounds nothing like the way it is written. Many believe Norgaard's name is pronounced just like that - 'Nor-gard'. However, the Dane himself has revealed that it sounds completely different when said correctly. Taking part in a Premier League video of various managers and players saying their names, Norgaard showed that it is pronounced in a wildly different manner. Taking to the screen, Norgaard read his own name out — with his surname sounding like 'Nar-goo'. BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS Fans reacted with shock at the revelation. One said: 'Christian what?' Mikel Arteta asked Arsenal stars to vote for club captain as he reveals winner 'by 100 miles' Another declared: 'Christian Nurgel?' One noted: 'Christian NoGoal.' Another added: 'That's not how I say it. He sounds Scottish.' ARSENAL TRANSFER NEWS LIVE: All the latest rumours from the Emirates
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Arsenal new-boy reveals how to pronounce name properly… and you've been saying it all wrong for years
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ARSENAL newbie Christian Norgaard has revealed how to pronounce his name properly… and you've been saying it wrong for years. Former Brentford star Norgaard penned a deal with the Gunners this summer after six years in west London. 1 The 31-year-old, who cost £10million, could make his debut in Sunday's Premier League opener against Manchester United. And he is sure to play an important role supporting the likes of big-money Arsenal midfielders like Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi. However, commentators will have to make sure they know how to say his name correctly. That's because it sounds nothing like the way it is written. Many believe Norgaard's name is pronounced just like that - 'Nor-gard'. However, the Dane himself has revealed that it sounds completely different when said correctly. Taking part in a Premier League video of various managers and players saying their names, Norgaard showed that it is pronounced in a wildly different manner. Taking to the screen, Norgaard read his own name out — with his surname sounding like 'Nar-goo'. BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS Fans reacted with shock at the revelation. One said: 'Christian what?' Mikel Arteta asked Arsenal stars to vote for club captain as he reveals winner 'by 100 miles' Another declared: 'Christian Nurgel?' One noted: 'Christian NoGoal.' Another added: 'That's not how I say it. He sounds Scottish.' ARSENAL TRANSFER NEWS LIVE: All the latest rumours from the Emirates
Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners still working on five deals despite £68m deadline passing
Arsenal begin their Premier League campaign against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday but are still working on deals to strengthen Mikel Arteta's squad Arsenal are about to start their Premier League campaign, with just two days until they face Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday, and their squad is now fairly settled. The Gunners have been busy in the summer transfer window, signing Kepa Arrizabalaga, Martin Zubimendi, Christian Norgaard, Noni Madueke, Cristhian Mosquera and Viktor Gyokeres to bolster Mikel Arteta 's squad. It is hoped that the reinforcements can help turn Arsenal from perennial runners-up to Premier League champions for the first time since 2004. Nevertheless, there are still a few weeks left until the window closes for business on September 1 – and Arsenal aren't done yet. Attention has now turned to offloading a few unwanted players, with the hope that those funds can then be reinvested in more arrivals. Here Mirror Football looks at the possibilities. Eze deadline passes Arsenal have been interested in signing Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze this summer. And they know that Eze, who spent time in Arsenal's academy as a youngster, is interested in moving north of the river. However, things have gone quiet and the Gunners have now missed out on the chance of triggering Eze's £68million release clause. It is understood that the clause expires today and Tottenham are in pole position to sign the England star. Spurs are preparing a bid in the region of the £55m fee they paid West Ham for Mohammed Kudus, according to talkSPORT, and Arsenal aren't expected to challenge. They have cooled their interest, with Ethan Nwaneri and Max Dowman's breakthroughs providing back-up for Martin Odegaard in attacking midfield. Five sales in the works Sporting director Andrea Berta has been busy since arriving from Atletico Madrid. But he still has lots of work left to do – and most of that now concerns player sales, rather than signings. The Gunners have only generated a mere £8.57m through player sales after flogging left-back Nuno Tavares to Lazio and Marquinhos to Cruzeiro. They lag way behind the likes of Chelsea and Liverpool in that respect and the need is growing as the clock ticks down to the end of the month. Arteta's side must find buyers for the likes of Leandro Trossard, Fabio Vieira, Reiss Nelson, Oleksandr Zinchenko and Karl Hein. Vieira and Nelson are at the front of the queue right now, with Stuttgart interested in the former and Fulham the latter. Norgaard transfer surprise Arsenal paid £12m to sign Norgaard from Brentford at the start of July, with his arrival sparking some surprise. Norgaard had spent six years with the Bees, rising to take the captaincy, but to some didn't appear to be of the calibre of Arsenal. It seems that the deal took some inside Brentford by surprise too, with his team-mate at club and international level Mikkel Damgaard explaining the reaction. 'Yes, you could say that it was a bit surprising,' Damsgaard told Viaplay. 'He really deserved it with how he played last season. I don't know if it's an underrated signing, but I really think it's a really good signing for Arsenal. He's a player who just has a lot of quality and works really hard.' Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
Metro
04-08-2025
- Sport
- Metro
Manchester United criticised for not signing £15m Arsenal star
Charlie Nicolas has questioned why Manchester United did not make a move for two Arsenal and Newcastle United summer signings. Ruben Amorim demanded reinforcements in the transfer window following the club's embarrassing 2024-25 campaign, in which the Red Devils finished just 15th in the Premier League. United spent £62.5m to sign their first summer addition Matheus Cunha from Wolves before completing a £65m deal for Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo. Manchester United have also signed Diego Leon but the teenage left-back is one for the future and is unlikely to be a key member of Amorim's squad next season. United are interested in signing a new striker having missed out on Viktor Gyokeres and a new goalkeeper to replace the error-prone Andre Onana. Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link so we can send you football news tailored to you. Nicholas has been underwhelmed by Manchester United's transfer business so far this summer and questioned why the Red Devils were not in the race to sign new Arsenal and Newcastle signings Christian Norgaard and Aaron Ramsdale. Arsenal signed Denmark midfielder Norgaard from Brentford for £15m, while Newcastle recently signed England international Ramsdale on loan from Southampton. 'There are a lot of players out there, a whole list who I think would be better than what Manchester United currently have,' Nicolas told Sky Bet. 'I just don't know where they see themselves going. If I was Manchester United, why didn't they go in for Christian Norgaard? 'It looks as if they've waited for two high-profile players, but I look at them and I think, why are not adding more players like Norgaard, or players who have played well at Bournemouth and Newcastle – you could disrupt things and see who's interested. 'There are so many pillars I just can't understand – the whole lack of authority defensively and what is the current situation with the goalkeeper? 'Why don't they go and get Aaron Ramsdale? He's qualified, he knows the circuit, he's English, experienced, and competitive. I know Ramsdale hasn't won too much, but it's not far off what United have won. 'I just don't see how they see what an upgrade means. I don't see Manchester United fans showing one bit of excitement as it stands right now, and it's getting close for them to get aggressive towards the club again.' Nicolas has described Arsenal's signing of Norgaard as 'fabulous' despite tipping him to struggle for starts at the Emirates Stadium. More Trending 'I don't expect Christian Norgaard to come in and be a starter at Arsenal if everybody is fresh and fit,' the Gunners hero added. 'Martín Zubimendi will be the number six as the direct replacement for Thomas Partey, and they've also got Declan Rice who you can't leave out of the team. You've also got Mikel Merino and Martin Odegaard in there, so there is some lovely competition. 'Norgaard has come in to replace the balance of the team with Jorginho leaving. I'm not being disrespectful to Norgaard, he could get into the team and stay there because I like him as a player, but it's a big step up when you come from Brentford to Arsenal. 'Has he got the mentality to keep his place? It's a great challenge. I think it's a fabulous signing for £15m – it's not a lot of money and he will be excited and competitive.' For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Ruben Amorim rates Bryan Mbeumo performance in first Man Utd appearance MORE: Alan Shearer claims Man Utd and Newcastle are making huge transfer 'gamble' MORE: Micah Richards urges Mikel Arteta to replace £50m Arsenal star before transfer deadline
