Ball gets rolling on new manager talk, but is it real?

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The best type of ball is one that is rolling, and Matt Law appears to indicate that he’s heard that is what’s happening in the hunt for a new manager. His claim is that no one agrees on who should replace Wenger, a change that is expected to happen this season.

THIS SEASON, IMAGINE.

I’m still not getting my hopes up about Wenger going this summer, it’s bad for your health to make logical assumptions based on a robust dataset when it comes to Arsenal. However, if Josh has the balls we’re looking for (not rolling one’s if you get what I mean), then we’re in for a treat this summer.

The article states Ivan likes Jardim, Rodgers and Arteta. Mislintat likes Nagelsmann and Schalke’s Tedesco. With Raul loving a bit of Enrique. They fail to mention that Pedro from Le Grove likes Allegri and Big Sean Dyche.

I’m pretty sure we’re going to land on someone from Germany. I think Ivan is big into that Bundesliga scene. We know he was speaking to the hot shit on the bloc last season when he spoke to Schmidt, Hassenhutl and likely Thomas Tuchel. I think they’ve identified that they need a good gegenpress master to come in, they want someone they can make a king, and they want someone who can work within their structure.

I’m surprised Allegri isn’t on the list. He seems like the most qualified to take on the club, with a presence, experience and tactical toolkit fit to take the Premier League by storm. He also seems very much available with Chelsea looking likely to go for Sexy-Sarri football next season (jealous).

Jardim would no doubt be an excellent choice. He also has all the experience we’re looking for, great with young players, dynamic with his philosophy, and great at bringing the most out his teams (he’s also good at working under immense stress with Monaco being a selling club).

Whoever we end up with, the most important thing is we end up with someone new.

There’s  deep rot that’s taken hold at the club, so much so, I have West Ham fans messaging me asking how much money to put on them beating Arsenal this weekend. A group of fans on the edge of doing something stupid at every single game because their team is so utterly awful. Shows how uninterested our players are at this point when West Ham beating them at home is 50/50.

The club need to bring back the joy to the ground. You can’t land mega sponsorship deals in a depressed stadium, with shite players, and a crappy brand of football. I’d imagine a sharp change this summer will have that in mind…

‘We’re not there right now, but we’ll get there quickly, which is why we want X number’

Cannot wait to see Arsenal rocking a Macron kit next season.

It’s also going to be an interesting week. We really must beat West Ham to get off to a good start. Then we have Atleti at home on Thursday, followed by United at home, followed by Atleti away.

 

It’s weird trying to predict what you want out of this. Jose still has 2nd to play for, so there will be no giving us an inch this weekend, he’ll also be bang up for ending Wenger. I’m feeling a draw though…

Then there’s the European games.

First up, I have to state the obvious: We could win, there’s always a chance.

My gut says this:

  • Arsenal are rusty because we’re only interested in Europe
    • We lack intensity, discipline and focus
  • Atleti are playing hard at the moment, so they’re match fit
  • Atleti has better players and coaching staff

I think our Europa form has been flattering,  we beat big clubs that are shite (Milan) giving us a false illusion of great form, we’ve played small clubs and scrambled through (losing to Ostersunds at home), we’re basically where we are being carried on a wave of good fortune.

Atleti will want to kill us. They will have a plan. They will be very capable of executing it.

My fear? Anything that looks like glorious failure. A last gasp technicality type goal. I don’t want to lose on away goals, a dubious offside, a last minute penalty that’s unfair. We either win because we’re great, or we lose hard because this will be par the course for our season.

Do not give me Bayern away… Barcelona when Robin was sent off… or anything that Wenger can lean on to save his ass.

Unless he’s saving his ass by winning properly.

A big week for us. Let me know how you see this panning out in the comments!

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steve

I’ve just been reading the latest discussion and it’s beggars belief really. No one can seriously entertain the idea of giving Cazorla a new deal at this stage right? Actually if any club would be clueless enough to do it it would be Arsenal.

Champagne charlie

Michael24

At the ankles again, surprise surprise.

WengerEagle

‘Actually if any club would be clueless enough to do it it would be Arsenal.’

Yup.

Rosicky, Diaby, Jack, Mertesacker.

Elmo

“If we are capable to win the Premier League and the Champions League it is a moment you say the team has improved and reached the next level,” added Pochettino. “Until that, win the FA Cup or the League Cup – it will be fantastic for our fans but is not going to move the club to a different level. “I want to play to win the Premier League and Champions League – it is my vision. I want to play to win the Premier League. I want to win the Champions League. “If you are going to change the… Read more »

Redtruth

Champagne charlie should grow a spine and start condemning Wenger for dragging Arsenal down to his level.

Michael24

CC

Good evening to you Charlie.

Thought you’d appreciate that.

steve

Let’s give Cazorla a new deal because he’s be “a value on the training pitch” lolololol. What are we? A charity organization? Champagne is even more clueless than Wenger.

steve

He’d*

azed

Cazorla should not be in the Arsenal squad again. He’s finished as a top level player.

Arsene Corp formerly known as Arsenal Football club is not a retirement home.

Michael24

RT

No! No! Please don’t have a go at our very own Prince Charles.

He deserves everyone’s respect because he’s an honourable and rational person.

Bamford10

Santi Cazorla is 33 years old and hasn’t played in some time after having suffered a serious injury, yet he would walk into any XI in the PL? Huh? He wouldn’t even have walked into City’s XI when he was 27. At 33, there is no chance. This is just neater example of Wenger treating players like they are his nephews or sons rather than professional footballers. Arsenal need a good many things to improve in midfield; a 33-year-old Santi Cazorla isn’t one of them.

Bamford10

Further, look at Wenger’s comments (from this morning’s presser) about the empty seats at The Emirates. Wenger is an arrogant, contemptuous and disingenuous prick. That anyone is still running interference for him or calling for him to be “respected” is fucking absurd.

Redtruth

Wenger apologists like Champagne charlie have crippled the club.

englandsbest

Wow! The hierarchy getting hysterical about an in-coming manager? They sound like a bunch of fans. So what does that prove? Well, here’s a bit of logic: they sound like us because they feel as powerless as us. And that includes the yes-men on Kroenke’s board.

It’s what goes on in Stan’s head that counts most of all. Will he take the outcry against Arsene personally? After all, it was he who gave Wenger the 2-year extension. If so, forget Wenger leaving, Stan is more likely to give him an extra two years.

Bamford10

James

One, there was no “transatlantic communication”. That was an invention of a couple of my haters here. Ask Pedro.

Two, I think this Aubergine character is Northerngoon, so let’s put that into context.

Three, even if he’s not NG, he suggested that certain allegedly clinically depressed posters here go hang themselves from a noose this morning. That’s the kind of contributor we’re talking about here.

Four, I have been nicer since I said I would make an effort. I will try even harder, though, if that would please you.

Cheers.

TonyD

CC and TR7 trolling again, but if it makes you feel better why not offer Cazorla a payment by game basis?

Problem solved and no AKB’s feeling hurt!

JAMES WOOD

Bamford
One . Perhaps Pedro could have clarified the blog rules

Bamford.

Point 2— supposition.
Point 3—Well perhaps Pedro might comment to said poster
as that’s not acceptable.
Point 4—Carry on being nicer funny how you feel you need to do this.?????????

Michael24

April 18th 2006, Arsenal beat Villarreal 1-0 in CL semi final first leg at Highbury, thanks to first half Kolo Toure goal. Watched the game from a hotel room in Istanbul.

Twelve years later, what went wrong?

UTarse

Northern aubergine,
Do you read what you write you turnip ? And you’re calling me the keyboard warrior ? You are a stupid cunt aren’t ya goon ? What will your next acronym be after the soon to be latest binning ?

Marko

Funny thing is prior to his injury Santi should have been sold. He’s not good enough as a CM and his actual performances weren’t that great or consistent for a while. The last contract was basically the club and Wenger giving him some money while he rehabilitated. I honestly don’t know what you would call another contract. I mean I like Santi and he was a good signing but let’s not convolute reality here he’s not improving us

Akilan

Please explain how Campbell has “chip on his shoulder”That’s the silly type of stereotype and soft bigotry that gets thrown at people that have the audacity to point out ills that everyone prefers to stick thier head in the sand about. What has Campbell ever done to have a “chip on his shoulder” besides being an outspoken black male talking about racism in the game The Barton story actually corroborates Campbell’s claim; An ex-convict who is still banned from the game for illegal gambling is preferred ahead of an excellent and decorated player who has been a gentleman in the… Read more »

London gunner


Says he can’t get a job because of racism but maybe its because he can come across as a bit of dick with an overinflated opinion of himself and his abilities”

So he came across like 99 percent of other managers.

Champagne charlie

Aubergine

Fat Sam has the very same opinion of his managerial capabilities.

It’s inescapable that black coaching figures are a rarer breed in the premier league than their white counterparts.

Michael24

Personally, I would never hire Barton out of a matter of principle. Campbell deserves his chance but he has to lower his expectations. On top of this he certainly has issues that weigh him down and, by that, I don’t mean the obvious ones. When you look at manager’s like Mark Hughes, Alan Pardew, Big Sam, David Moyes, Tony Pullis, Roy Hodgson etc, you realise that major problems exist. Chris Hughton is the shining light in all of this. Unassuming, gracious, humble, dedicated and, most importantly, proven. Hughton has never been given the credit he deserves. Unfortunately for Campbell, he… Read more »

HillWood

I can’t believe there is even a debate about Cazorla
As a footballer he’s finished
I wish him well but Arsenal shouldn’t be a convalescent home for 33 yr old crocked players

Champagne charlie

The insurmountable Atletico Madrid lost 3-0 away to Real Sociedad today with a full strength side out.

Were out possessed 58-42%, and managed two shots on target.

Who wants to dish out the excuses for them to start us off?

London gunner

CC

Your point being?
That good teams don’t ever lose??

Dissenter

Charlie
“The insurmountable Atletico Madrid lost 3-0 away to Real Sociedad today with a full strength side out. Were out possessed 58-42%, and managed two shots on target.Who wants to dish out the excuses for them to start us off?”

Maybe they are saving their gunpowder for us.
They do have a Sunday game as well so Wenger can’t use fatigue as an excuse.

UTarse

Northern aubergine,
I’ll pay that fine for you if you like.

kc

Come on Burnley! Arsenal don’t deserve sixth place.

HillWood

Burnley just equalised by the way

Champagne charlie

London

No I don’t, same way I don’t see the semi final as a formality. Others do, hence the jest.

Carts

WE

only acceptable way to eat a pack of Nik-Naks rib n spicy is to empty the bag in your gob similarly to how you’d drink a cold pint.

Champagne charlie

Aubergine

I’d argue Sol hasn’t been given the platform to show his mettle. Not dismissing for a second what a bellend he can come across as, but in his case I think race is a predominant factor – his football CV is pretty damn impressive.

Akilan

Dissenter,
My previous post was aimed at you mate. I also suggest you to read the post by aubergine right below.

Aubergine,
It’s Akilan mate. So if Sol is a bit of a dick, what do you call Barton, mate? How come Barton gets a job while Sol doesn’t? He was the best defender in the invincibles side ffs.

HillWood

Why can’t they just put the ball Inside the “D” at corners

steve

The insurmountable Atletico Madrid lost 3-0 away to Real Sociedad today with a full strength side out. Were out possessed 58-42%, and managed two shots on target.Who wants to dish out the excuses for them to start us off?

___

Lol look at this silly cunt.

loyika

Only reason I would favour AM over us is due to our ability to self destruct even on a good day, besides that have always noted they aren’t as good most make them seem.

But they are favourites over two legs, we have to be on the top of our game in both games to get to the final. Doable but with our defence!? Doubt it.

Bamford10

Atletico are a better team and have a much better manager. I’m not sure who here said the tie is a “formality” — did anyone actually say this? — but smart money will obviously be on Atletico.

Michael24

Whatever you think of Barton, still made the best radio of year with his spat with Chris Eubank.

Chigooner

Charles, You’re at it again. It ain’t about Santi’s age. Go take a look at the picture of that foot it’s got the tattoo that used to be on Santi’s forearm. Think about that for a sec. Second, if you really could come back to fitness that would be great. But the obvious worry is that Wenger will give him a new deal on big wages after Santi runs about for 5 mins on the pitch without falling over. Like he did with Diaby, Rosicky, et al. If Wenger is the man making a decision we can’t trust that decision… Read more »

Bamford10

Champagne If you think people are overestimating Atletico or underestimating Arsenal, why don’t we put a wager on the tie, specifically on the first leg in London? Here is what I would I propose: if Arsenal win next Thursday night at the Emirates, I will take four weeks off from Le Grove. No posting for me for four weeks. If, however, Atletico win next Thursday night, you will take three weeks off from Le Grove. If it’s a draw, we push. What do you say? Note that you will be wagering less to get more, and note that Arsenal will… Read more »

Chigooner

Bamford,

Wouldn’t shock me if we won at home. Our home form is one of the best in Europe. That being said, also wouldn’t shock me if we got smashed.

Champagne charlie

Aubergine Absolutely, could very well not cut it as a manger, but the argument is his opportunities are diminished vs his white counterpart. Hard to argue that with so many wank managers continually getting work at prem level (Hughes, pardew, fat Sam, pulis etc). — Chigooner At what exactly? If Santi gets the all clear, and proves himself capable at the top level again, I’d gladly see a renewal. His tattoo is on his achilles thanks to a skin graft mate, it’s not something to fixate over its superficial. Loss of tendon length is his primary issue, but if he… Read more »

Champagne charlie

Banford

Note: you’re a fucking mug and I’ve no interest engaging with you. Slither off and bother someone else with your bet bollocks.

K 🙂

Chigooner

Charles,

It’s indicative of the seriousness of the injury.

“but if he gets cleared then he’s simply a 33 year old footballer.”

That is patently false. And nobody with a clear head should trust Wenger to make that decision.

Champagne charlie

Chigooner

How is it false?

If Cazorla is medically cleared to play football again, what is he if not a 33 year old footballer?

Bamford10

Champagne

Meaning: you aren’t even confident Arsenal can beat Atletico at home.

Champagne charlie

Banford

Meaning you can’t read very well obviously. Bore off

HillWood

Charlie
There’s a big difference between jogging about at London Colney with non contact 5 a sides and having studs raked down your Achilles in a prem match

Samesong

Charlie interesting the debate about black managers I think you hit the nail on the head. In terms of opportunities. I was so interested to see what an ex pro I know had to say about the matter so I texed him. obviously he is black and his responses were quite interesting.

Bamford10

Hey, two vitriol-filled, anti-Le-Grove bullies, working together. That will be great for the discourse here.

Bamford10

I’m not going anywhere, guy, and no one will be surprised if you are binned soon enough. Cheers.

steve

“but if he gets cleared then he’s simply a 33 year old footballer.”

Lol you really are dim as fuck. His ankle has of course been weakened from all the surgeries, Einstein.

Champagne charlie

Hillwood Of course there is mate, I didn’t say at any stage Santi should get a deal because he’s a little diamond of a guy. When I say if he “proves himself” I’m talking proving himself able to play at premier league level again. I’ve also never talked up or down the likelihood of that happening, simply stated if he proves his fitness then I’m plenty happy for an extension. Samesong It definitely appears there’s an issue of minority guys getting a fair shake at premier league/championship level jobs. All the more noticeable when the same white failures keep strong… Read more »

Champagne charlie

“Hey, two vitriol-filled, anti-Le-Grove bullies, working together. That will be great for the discourse here.“

Hmm “anti-Le-Grove” because there’s a mutual dislike of you? Of course that’s how you’d frame it, self appointed king of the blog after all. Maybe one day you’ll catch wind that you’re a blight here.

Large portion of the day was filled with football debate, oddly enough in your absence. Perhaps best to heed your own advice and give the prior pages a glance before posting ehh.

mysticleaves

CC

Diaby, Rosicky and Wilshire is enough to tell you that Santi ain’t coming back the same. Cut the loss and move on, that’s what any other club will do. Man utd waited for Hargreaves and it didn’t work out fine. Two years is an awfully long time in football.

Moreover I won’t trust Wenger to make a rational decision on any issue at this point.

Weagle
Pogba aside from his two goals against City couldn’t get a kick on the ball except when he was fouling otamendi and mouthing off. He was underwhelming.

Pierre

Why is it that when someone tries to be positive about a player (CC…cazorla) coming back from injury ,the usual names are brought up , Diaby , Wilshere and Rosicky. Why not mention RVP and Ramsey who had terrible injury records but came back to play at the top level ….sometimes it is possible to perservere with a player despite their injury problems and the club being rewarded for their patience. Wilshere has now played 2 seasons (with one injury ) so although his form has been poor recently he is showing that he is managing his fitness better and… Read more »

Michael24

Pierre

Exceptionally doubtful.

Champagne charlie

Pierre

Because shitting on Wenger and Arsenal is the default position many take irrespective of what is being said by others.

I didn’t comment on likelihood Cazorla will prove his fitness, I said if he does I’d gladly see an extension. It’s a nothing statement that was being dismissed for some farcical reasons, which included seeing some resident posters turn into medical professionals for the day – something i found particularly amusing. 🙂

steve

Wilshere has now played 2 seasons (with one injury ) so although his form has been poor recently he is showing that he is managing his fitness better and adapting his playing style….I have no doubt that he can return to the form he was showing earlier in the season.

___

Lol what form? He’s been shit this season. Hope he’s gone in the summer.

Frank Mc

Atletico came second last night…

HighburyLegend

“which included seeing some resident posters turn into medical professionals for the day”

Ah ah ah ah priceless coming from you!!
Still debating on Cazorla since yesterday… get a life, son.

Frank Mc

Wenger steps down at the end of the season!!!

Frank Mc

According to the BBC

Frank Mc

Bloomberg too

Samesong

Frank

Snap

Wallace

wow. hopefully inspires the team vs Atletico.

Samesong

It’s going to be a interesting day on Le grove.

Carts

I think this is absolutely the right decision.

The first tenure under him was fantastic. No one can deny that. He brought a lot of joy to the club.

Sadly, the last 7 years have been disappointing. Which has resulted in in-fighting and a widening divide.

And because if this, I’ll fully back the team to go all the way in the Europa League.

UTarse

Open top bus anyone ?

Jaffa

Yes he’s going!!!!!!’

OleGunner

Holy shit the madman did and stepped down!!!
My entire office floor was screaming at me to look at the TV as news broke!

This is a great day.

Samesong

If this is all true then. I personally will not be slagging the man off.

DaveB666

Happy Days Grovers!

Thanks Arsene – I will try to erase the last 5 years and remember the ones before!

WrightIsGod

OMG WENGER IS RESIGNING END OF SEASON

Bamford10

Wow. Sort of stunning. But two big questions remain: one, how did this come about? And two, who will replace him?

Samesong

was hearing on Sky Viera could replace him. Whats your thoughts?

Leftsidesanch

OMG!!!!!!

David Smith

yyyyeeeeeeeeessssssssss!!!!!

Frank Mc

@ Wallace strange timing if not!

Wallace

“After careful consideration and following discussions with the club, I feel it is the right time for me to step down at the end of the season.

“I am grateful for having had the privilege to serve the club for so many memorable years. I managed the club with full commitment and integrity.

“I want to thank the staff, the players, the Directors and the fans who make this club so special. I urge our fans to stand behind the team to finish on a high.“To all the Arsenal lovers take care of the values of the club.”

Samesong

I hope they go all out to win the cup now.

Jamie

holy fuck!!!!!!!

It’s really happening!!!!!

gambon

My work here on earth is done.

Jay

YYYYYYYYYYEEEEEEEEEEESSSSSSS! BEEN WAITING 6 YEARS FOR THIS.

Jay

He’s gone end of season.

Wallace

Frank Mc

there’s a risk it’ll overshadow the two games, but I think it’s one worth taking. would expect the announcement to impact the atmosphere on Thursday in a positive way.

Jay

Happy friend everyone

Leftsidesanch

Ole, I remember a convo we had earlier in the season. I spoke in hope but I believed he would remain for years to come. Glad we were both wrong.

gambon

Arsenal is BACK!

Bamford10

Clearly Wenger was told that he had to go. So much for ownership not caring. So much, in fact, for a good deal of that whole narrative.

Bamford10

New post, btw.

OleGunner

Leftside,

Never been so happy to be wrong in my life!!

Pierre

Shit..now the whining will start from le grovellers about who’s coming in…

gonsterous

Uganda’s President Wants to Ban Oral Sex, Says the “Mouth is for Eating”

http://www.okayafrica.com/ugandas-president-wants-to-ban-oral-sex-museveni-says-the-mouth-is-for-eating.amp

perfect way to start a Friday…

PhD07

Incredible..

Thought it was some joke.

Long overdue.

Jamie

That’s it. I’m leaving work.

Wenger out, glorious sunshine. 10am not too early to hit the pub.

What a time to be alive!!