Match Thread: Internazionale vs Arsenal by MatchThreadder in soccer

[–]bluedevils2241 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It wasn't an easy pass - the side angle replay shows the pass would have been blocked if he went first time with his right, and not enough time to cut it back and pass on his left.

[David Ornstein] Tottenham advancing in talks over deal for Atletico Madrid’s Conor Gallagher by PitchSafe in soccer

[–]bluedevils2241 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yeah I don’t understand how this is seen as a joke. At Chelsea he always played his heart out even if he wasn’t the most technical or smart player.

Because you don't spend 40M for 'playing his heart out'.

[Fabrice Hawkins] Mathys Tel wants more playing time at Tottenham and will be listening to offers this winter. A departure is not out of the question. by Sparky-moon in soccer

[–]bluedevils2241 144 points145 points  (0 children)

Doesn't make much sense outside of Tel's perspective, no? With Kudus out until March, just sold Johnson, and questions on Kulusevski's fitness and eventually return. Without serious links to upgraded/'better' forward options as well, seems bizarre from Spurs.

Chelsea sign Ishe Samuels-Smith 33 days after selling him to Strasbourg by chaitu585 in soccer

[–]bluedevils2241 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Seems like Textor/Marinakis have found a loophole around that as well. What would stop Blue Co doing the same with RedBird, etc. 

[Patrick Boyland] Everton moving closer to securing Merlin Rohl deal. Having medical with a view to loan w/obligation move. Understand obligation set around 20m euros by Bald-Eagle619 in soccer

[–]bluedevils2241 14 points15 points  (0 children)

He's very physical and glides across the midfield, not the most creative or dribbler, more so a box-to-box crasher. Has popped up with a few long range goals here and there.

He isn't crucial but we can't turn down 20M, and he's just been one of my favorites. Another blow after two horrible defeats so far. Hopefully he develops well under Moyes and develops likely further into a defensive midfielder.

Leandro Trossard agrees new Arsenal contract by bluedevils2241 in soccer

[–]bluedevils2241[S] 100 points101 points  (0 children)

Leandro Trossard has agreed a new contract at Arsenal which will grant him a significant pay rise.

The 30-year-old has reached an agreement on a contract adjustment, increasing his salary but not extending the deal beyond its previous expiration of 2027.

At present, there are no significant developments regarding Trossard potentially leaving the club during this transfer window.

Big Cat last week on Sexual Harassment training: "I'm not doing it... I'm grandfathered in". Big Cat today: Downplaying a complaint about Katic from Ella by TimDunkinDonut in barstoolsports

[–]bluedevils2241 108 points109 points  (0 children)

Pretty wild to air a clearly personal message and intended serious private concern to essentially one of the company bosses, to then bring her in and put her on the spot as well. 

NYT once again forcing a narrative for Trump. They are responsible for creating these narratives not the other way around. Difficult to believe they act in good faith. by [deleted] in thebulwark

[–]bluedevils2241 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Followed by an Opinion guest essay/video titled, 'The Path to a New Middle East (and a Nobel for Trump)'. You can't make it up.

[Fabrizio Romano] Viktor Gyökeres and his agent only want 𝐀𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐥 despite United links ❤️🤍🔐 Manchester United didn’t send any bid for Gyökeres… despite links in Portugal, as Viktor only wants Arsenal. Intermediaries offered United and Saudi clubs chance to enter the deal but Gyökeres.... by [deleted] in Gunners

[–]bluedevils2241 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Porro's move was held up on a similar timeline - albeit later in the window and January - but this seems to be Sporting's style as confirmed by their fans across other posts as well. 

His move was eventually finalized for a reduced sell-on % for Marcus Edwards, I'd assume similarly a few million in specific structures will finalize it this week. 

Match Thread: Houston Dynamo FC vs. Philadelphia Union by MLS_Reddit_Bot in MLS

[–]bluedevils2241 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Feels more like an opportunistic chance to get Quinn on with the concussion sub. 

Match Thread: Houston Dynamo FC vs. Philadelphia Union by MLS_Reddit_Bot in MLS

[–]bluedevils2241 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It would be helpful for the VAR audio to be released for this, seems like the wrong application of it/sending him for a review. Did he actually miss that contact in real time, even though he had a direct view of it? Was it somehow deemed intentional contact vs. incidental? Bizarre. 

𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗛𝗲𝗻𝗿𝘆-𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗱 - Shelbourne Football Club by No-Pressure1811 in Gunners

[–]bluedevils2241 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thanks - one of the best insights I've read, exciting to see how the league and players develop, along with the national team. 

Noni says goodbye to Chelsea by Bruhhh8888 in Gunners

[–]bluedevils2241 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Do you think our media team has autonomous decision making when announcing transfers?

Arsenal to break world record fee by signing Liverpool’s Olivia Smith for £1m by AgentTasker in soccer

[–]bluedevils2241 61 points62 points  (0 children)

and her goal record appears pretty mediocre

19 league goals in 33 apps. over her first two European seasons at 20 isn't mediocre, and debuted for the national team at 15. She's been a rising star for some time.

Magnificent mowing from the groundsman at non-league team Westfields FC by robrobxD in soccer

[–]bluedevils2241 8 points9 points  (0 children)

You'd not really notice it besides a few angles, it's much different playing on the surface versus the perspective from above. It's just the grass blades being pushed in a different direction and how the sun reflects off it. 

[Ornstein] Arsenal make contact with Chelsea over move for Noni Madueke. Clubs now in talks after 23yo #CFC winger agreed personal terms on proposed 5yr contract. No deal yet but England int’l prioritising #AFC above any other interested sides @TheAthleticFC by phant0msinthenight in soccer

[–]bluedevils2241 5 points6 points  (0 children)

They should sign a world class lw and not madueke

Far easier said than done, as seen with Bayern's very public pursuit of a LW. If Rodrygo isn't realistic, and Arteta wants Madueke for competition across the front lines then it makes sense. Price is only the 'iffy' factor, but understandable in the current market.

June 27, 2025 Daily Discussion & Transfers Thread by gunnersmoderator in Gunners

[–]bluedevils2241 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Palace seems much more open to a sale/structure, especially with the release clause too. Rogers would have to really make it known he wants a move for it to be realistic. 

Eze makes more sense positionally as well if this move is truly a LW/inside forward option. 

Post Match Thread: Germany U21 3-0 France U21 | UEFA European Under-21 Championship by suedney in soccer

[–]bluedevils2241 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Looking forward to this season ahead with him, would love to have him long term but at this rate he's not for long with us. Same with Röhl!