Balogun wins Young Player of the Month award
Folarin Balogun has been named as the Ligue 1 Young Player of the Month for August following a tremendous start to life on loan at Stade de Reims.
The 21-year-old striker, who has scored five goals in six top-flight games, also received a special congratulatory message from Thierry Henry himself.
Grillitsch was close to Arsenal move
Arsenal were offered a chance to sign 27-year-old Hoffenheim midfielder Florian Grillitsch on transfer deadline day, according to 90min.com, a tier-three source.
However, the Gunners hesitated and the Austria international ended up at Ajax. Arsenal, meanwhile, opted to not make any additional signings on September 1.
Arsenal decided against signing Arthur Melo
According to The Athletic, Arsenal were offered the chance to sign Arthur Melo from Juventus but the club turned it down.
Despite our lack of proper midfield recruits, our decision ultimately led to Melo joining Liverpool.
Per Mertesacker reflects on Arteta bond
Per Mertesacker, who is one of our Academy coaches, told talkSPORT: "From the start, we had a certain kind of bond. Then ended up being captain and vice-captain, putting the responsibility and accountability to do well for this football club.
"I know we are both very busy, but in terms of the start of the season I couldn’t be more happy with how aligned we are in terms of first team and the academy."
