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Why Jovetic and Higuain could fire Arsenal into title contention

Lee Roden — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:30:06 GMT

Tottenham's failure to seal Champions League football for next season may be about to come back to bite them in the transfer market, after it emerged that Arsenal are now preparing to swoop for Spurs target Gonzalo Higuain.

The Argentine could join Stevan Jovetic in a double whammy of attacking signings for the Gunners, marking the biggest marquee summer of transfers at Arsenal in recent years. talkSPORT explore how the pair are likely to be used at Arsenal and the impact they could have on the Gunners fortunes...

How the PL table would look based on money spent-per-point

Simon Knights — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:32:06 GMT

The Premier League season is over and we all know who the biggest winners and losers have been. Or do we?

The silverware may have been dished out, but now is the time for clubs' performances to be truly evaluated.

Kevin Campbell joins Keys and Gray

Nick Rostron-Pike — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:56:48 GMT

Former Arsenal and Everton striker, Kevin Campbell, joins Keys and Gray to look back on his career in the game.

Arsenal transfer news: Tireless Juve star to replace Sagna?

Lee Roden — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:30:51 GMT

Reports claim Arsenal have turned to Italy in their hunt for the perfect player to replace full-back Bacary Sagna should the France international decide to leave. It is rumoured they have singled out Juve man, Stephan Lichtsteiner, as the man to run riot down the right, so talkSPORT's Transfer Spotlight has more on the 29-year-old...

Meadows on Arsenal's summer transfer targets

Nick Rostron-Pike — Tue, 21 May 2013 10:34:46 GMT

Spokesman for Arsenal's Black Scarf Movement, Kelvin Meadows, tells the Sports Bar about where the Gunners need to strengthen this summer.

The north London club have secured a Champions League place for next season, after a 1-0 victory over Newcastle at St James' Park on Sunday, but have failed to impress for the majority of the season and were 16 points off winners Manchester United.

Bale NOT no.1! Top 10 most accurate PL players from long range in 2012/13

Simon Knights — Tue, 21 May 2013 09:52:16 GMT

Gareth Bale capped off a memorable individual campaign with yet another world class strike against Sunderland at the weekend.

The Welsh wizard has been at the heart of everything good about Tottenham Hotspur this season and has been celebrated for his incredible performances with a plethora of individual accolades.

While his 21 league goals were no doubt impressive, they weren't enough to help Spurs secure fourth spot, losing out to bitter rivals Arsenal.

Transfer rumours and paper review with Chris Davies – Tuesday, May 21

Nick Rostron-Pike — Tue, 21 May 2013 06:48:04 GMT

Here is all of Tuesday's transfer gossip and paper talk...

David Moyes is minded to keep Wayne Rooney at Manchester United and the new manager is hopeful he can convince the 27-year-old striker to remain at the club. (The Guardian)

Gareth Bale, 23, is set to sign a new contract with Tottenham worth £130,000 a week. It is believed the Welshman is likely to be allowed to leave in 12 months' time should a bid in excess of £50m come in for him. (Evening Standard)

Gerrard, Rooney and Wilshere reveal new kit

Craig Bloomfield — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:47:20 GMT

What do you think of the new England kit? Comment below…

Arsenal youngster quits the Emirates

Ian Cruise — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:20:12 GMT

Colchester have landed Arsenal youngster Craig Eastmond on a two-year deal.

The midfielder, who won the FA Youth Cup during his time with the Gunners, impressed on loan in Essex before he broke his foot last season and now manager Joe Dunne has moved quickly to make the 22-year-old his first signing of the summer.

League One Colchester have confirmed the deal is subject to paperwork clearance but, once that is in order, Eastmond will become a U's player on July 1 when his Arsenal contract ends.

Poll: Who had the better season – Tottenham or Arsenal?

Joe Moore2 — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:07:01 GMT

The Gunners pipped Spurs to Champions League qualification on the final day of the season, but who had the better overall campaign?

Let us know your thoughts with the poll below...

Video: Alex Song makes an arse of himself

Alex Varney — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:45:47 GMT

Former Arsenal star Alex Song tried to steal Eric Abidal's thunder when he mistakenly thought he was being asked to lift the La Liga trophy.

Video: the Premier League season in three minutes

Simon Knights — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:16:06 GMT

The football season is over for English football's elite, but - one way or another - it has been another dramatic campaign.

Man United tore the Premier League crown from Man City's hands in dominant style to pick up their 20th title, while the FA Cup was given a new lease of life as Wigan won the trophy in fairytale fashion.

Smith: Wenger has realised that Arsenal need to spend

Nick Rostron-Pike — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:31:30 GMT

Former Arsenal striker, Alan Smith, claims Arsene Wenger has realised that will have to splash the cash this summer if the Gunners are compete with the Premier League big boys.

The north London side have become something of a selling club in recent years after letting Cesc Fabregas, Samir Nasri and Robin van Persie leave in previous transfer windows.

Some fans of the Emirates club appear to be unhappy with the level of investment at Arsenal but former hitman Smith claims the Frenchman is fully aware that he needs to strengthen his squad this summer.

22 amazing pictures from the Premier League 2012/13 season

Craig Bloomfield — Mon, 20 May 2013 11:55:44 GMT

It was a Premier League season defined by the departure of genuinely great players and managers, with the retirement of Paul Scholes, Stilyan Petrov, Jamie Carragher, (possibly) Phil Neville and, of course, Sir Alex Ferguson, leaving plenty of intrigue as to how they will be replaced next campaign.

Meanwhile, the likes of Luis Suarez (good and bad), Robin van Persie and Gareth Bale provided plenty of entertainment, as the season played out its twists and turns.

Oh dear! Watch Alex Song embarrass himself at Barcelona's title celebration

Lee Roden — Mon, 20 May 2013 11:19:35 GMT

Barcelona's La Liga title celebration this weekend was marked by a touching moment when Carles Puyol handed the trophy to Eric Abidal and Tito Vilanova, leaving the honour of lifting the silverware to the pair who had successfully battled serious illness over the year.

Embarrassingly for Alex Song, however, seemingly he thought Puyol was beckoning him, not Abidal, forward to do the honours.

Sevilla midfielder's agent claims two Premier League sides want star

Nick Rostron-Pike — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:40:15 GMT

Geoffrey Kondogbia's agent says two Premier League clubs are in the running to sign the Sevilla star.

Manchester City and Arsenal have been linked with the defensive midfielder in the past but as yet, the two teams' identity is unknown.

Kondogbia is a man in demand, with PSG and Real Madrid also interested in him.

Sevilla face the prospect of losing the 20-year-old Frenchman and his agent Oscar Damiani says his client is a wanted man.

Arsenal's 'trophy' run continues and goodbye to a host of legends - tweets of the weekend

damian mannion — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:15:49 GMT

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Exclusive - Frank McLintock: Arsenal must spend big this summer

Nick Rostron-Pike — Mon, 20 May 2013 08:31:40 GMT

Frank McLintock believes Arsenal must spend big this summer if they’re to keep pace with the Premier League's best.

The Gunners booked a Champions League qualification place on Sunday with a 1-0 victory over Newcastle at St James’ Park, a result that condemns Tottenham to the Europa League for another year.

Arsenal v Chelsea winner takes all? Why Leeds know that feeling

damian mannion — Mon, 20 May 2013 08:06:31 GMT

Chelsea and Arsenal face the prospect – albeit it unlikely – of finishing the season with the exact same records. Should the pair finish level, Premier League chiefs have decided that they will have to contest a play-off to decide who gets the final automatic qualification spot for the Champions League.

Villas-Boas: No Champions League won't affect hopes

Dom Bryant — Sun, 19 May 2013 20:08:37 GMT

Andre Villas-Boas said there is no chance of star player Gareth Bale leaving White Hart Lane despite missing out on Champions League football.

Spurs agonisingly missed out on fourth spot after they beat Sunderland 1-0 but could only watch as north London rivals Arsenal pipped them with a 1-0 win at Newcastle.

But Villas-Boas is confident his future plans won't be hit by missing out on Europe's top table.

Villas Boas: No Champions League won't affect hopes

Dom Bryant — Sun, 19 May 2013 20:04:05 GMT

Andre Villas-Boas said there is no chance of star player Gareth Bale leaving White Hart Lane despite missing out on Champions League football.

Spurs agonisingly missed out on fourth spot after they beat Sunderland 1-0 but could only watch as north London rivals Arsenal pipped them with a 1-0 win at Newcastle.

But Villas-Boas is confident his future plans won't be hit by missing out on Europe's top table.

Wenger lauds special Arsenal players

Dom Bryant — Sun, 19 May 2013 18:16:02 GMT

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger hailed his side as special after they secured Champions League football for a 16th successive season with a 1-0 win at Newcastle.

The Gunners celebrated wildly after ensuring they got fourth spot ahead of North London neighbours Tottenham who beat Sunderland 1-0.

And Wenger said: "We have a strong spirit inside the club and have donE extremely well over the years. I’m very proud that this group of players has been rewarded because they are special.

Premier League round-up: Laurent Koscielny strike sees Arsenal grab final Champions League spot

Anton Stanley — Sun, 19 May 2013 17:35:56 GMT

Laurent Koscielny’s second half strike for Arsenal against Newcastle has given the Gunners Champions League football next season, despite Tottenham beating Sunderland 1-0 at White Hart Lane.

Spurs gave it their all on home soil but the French defender’s hooked goal after 52 minutes at St James’ Park ensured that Arsene Wenger’s men will once again finish above their fierce rivals thank to their 1-0 win.

Kemp: Walcott has been stitched up by Wenger at Arsenal

Anton Stanley — Sun, 19 May 2013 13:27:52 GMT

The former Spandau Ballet star discusses his beloved Gunners and reveals he thinks the forward was tricked into signing a new contract at the Emirates.

He feels Theo Walcott was played in his preferred central position to get him to sign a deal but reckons the England star hasn't been given a fair crack in that role since, even though he has been prolific for Arsenal.

Kemp also reckons that Wayne Rooney could be a perfect fit for the club following rumours they may be interested in signing the wantaway Manchester United striker.

Exclusive – Bob Wilson: Arsenal finishing fifth isn’t the end of the world

Anton Stanley — Sun, 19 May 2013 11:10:47 GMT

Arsenal legend Bob Wilson has told talkSPORT that missing out on Champions League football will not be a disaster for the club.

A win for the Gunners over Newcastle at St James’ Park will see them seal fourth place, and if Chelsea lose to Everton they could even come third.

A draw or loss for Arsene Wenger’s men, though, coupled with a Tottenham victory over Sunderland at White Hart Lane will see them finish behind their rivals for the first time since 1995, leaving them with Europa League football next campaign.