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Dec272018 by JBNo Comments

Alexandre Lacazette angry with Emery for being subbed in Arsenal’s game vs Brighton

Premier League

Alexandre Lacazette looked far from happy once again after he was taken off early by Unai Emery in Arsenal’s game with Brighton. The France international couldn’t hide his frustration at being substituted with 12 minutes remaining in Arsenal’s 3-1 victory over Burnley on Saturday. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But it got even worse for Lacazette on Boxing Day as he was replaced by Aaron Ramsey after just 62 minutes during Arsenal’s match against Brighton. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang had put the Gunners in front but a mistake from Stephan Lichtsteiner made Jurgen Locadia to equalise. Emery’s decision to substitute Lacazette was jeered by Arsenal’s travelling fans at the Amex Stadium. But after he applauded the Arsenal fans, Lacazette ignored Emery’...

Dec192018 by JBNo Comments

Unai Emery tells Pochettino to reject Manchester United

Premier League, Transfer Info

Unai Emery has warned Mauricio Pochettino against joining Manchester United and told him to stick with Tottenham Hotspur. The Argentine coach has been praised for his work with Spurs but is thought to be one of United’s top targets to take over from Jose Mourinho as their full-time manager at the end of this season. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Pochettino has expressed his frustration at the lack of money spent by Daniel Levy and the board, and some believe the chance to spend big at the world’s most profitable club would be difficult to turn down. However, Emery told Pochettino that the grass isn’t always greener and suggested he should stick with his current team. ‘He’s very happy at Tottenham,’ the former Sevilla manager said. ‘He’s coaching...

Nov32018 by JBNo Comments

Klopp explains why Arsenal are better under Emery than Wenger

Premier League

Jurgen Klopp believes Arsenal are a bigger threat to his Liverpool team now they are no longer in the comfort zone they were in under former manager Arsene Wenger. After losing his first two matches, Unai Emery has masterminded a 12-match unbeaten run in all competitions and a win over Liverpool on Saturday could see the Gunners move to within just a point of the Premier League leaders. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‘It will be a big challenge they have all the different tools,’ he said. ‘They can be creative, they have rhythm, they are demanding in midfield they win balls high up on the pitch, they have the speed. They have plenty of star players. ‘Arsene Wenger is one of the best managers in the world there is no doubt about it but sometimes after a...

Oct32018 by JBNo Comments

Marco Verratti hits out at Arsenal boss Unai Emery’s style

Premier League, Ligue 1

Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti has become the latest former player to criticise Unai Emery after his exit, saying the squad have found back their smile since he left. The Spanish coach who is now in charge of Arsenal, won the Ligue 1 title during his final campaign in France, though had several issues with players and was criticised for their failure to compete well in the Champions League. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Brazilian defenderThiago Silva has already taken a swipe at Emery, and now Verratti has also criticised the current Arsenal manager’s cold style. ‘This year, we have a good relationship with the coach and the staff,’ Verratti told Le Parisien. ‘Each manager has a different way of doing things with his players, of maki...

Sep222018 by JBNo Comments

Berno Leno admits he is frustrated with Unai Emery

Premier League, Bundesliga, Transfer Info

Bernd Leno admits his frustration at the lack of playing opportunities since his summer transfer from Bayer Leverkusen. Unai Emery sanctioned a £19million deal for the Germany international but the 26-year-old has been forced to play behind Petr Cech in the pecking order who has started all five of Arsenal ’s Premier League matches so far this season. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Leno made his debut in last night’s 4-2 win over Vorskla Poltava in the Europa League, but will almost likely return to the bench for Sunday’s game against Everton. ‘I came to the club to play every game,’ he said. ‘But I think to move to a bigger club, another country, it needs maybe a little bit of time. It is a bit frustrating but I keep calm and work very hard to improve...

Sep192018 by JBNo Comments

Mikel Arteta breaks silence on Unai Emery beating him to Arsenal job

Premier League

Mikel Arteta has confirmed that he considered leaving Manchester City to take the Arsenal job over the summer but insists he is ‘very happy’ working under Pep Guardiola. The Spaniard conducted Tuesday’s pre-match press conference ahead of their game against Lyon in the Champions League due to Guardiola’s touchline ban. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, the north London club eventually decided to go with Unai Emery, and the Manchester City coach insists he is happy to continue his work as Guardiola’s right-hand man. Asked about almost leaving City, Arteta said: ‘In football it’s so hard to predict things. Obviously, when things happen you have to make decisions – and sometimes you don’t have time to make decisions. ‘A decision was made and I’m ...

Sep12018 by JBNo Comments

Emery reveals talks with Mesut Ozil over position change for the club

Premier League

Unai Emery has confirmed that Mesut Ozil has been asked to play on the right wing for Arsenal. The 29-year-old was mainly used in the No.10 role during Arsene Wenger's reign but Emery is demanding the midfielder to be more flexible in his own system. Emery has denied that he and Ozil were involved in a bust-up in training last week, an incident which reportedly led to him being left out of the squad for the 3-1 win over West Ham on Saturday. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But the Arsenal head coach has told Ozil that he will continue to be switched between the No.10 role and a position on the right wing. ‘I like the possibility to have the player play different positions on the pitch,’ said Emery. ‘It depends each match on us and on the opposition....

May242018 by JBNo Comments

Aubameyang: Arsenal stagnated under Arsene Wenger

Premier League

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has conceded that Arsenal “stagnated” towards the end of Arsene Wenger’s reign at the club, and he is now looking forward to a new start under Unai Emery. After 22 years of stability and continuity in London, the managerial baton at Arsenal has changed hands this summer. Former Paris Saint-Germain boss Emery has been appointed as Wenger’s successor and now has the task of returning Arsenal to the Champions League. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Record signing Aubameyang admits that change was needed, telling RMC on the feeling in the dugout: "I think it's a little bit of a mixed feeling in fact. "On one hand, it's strange for all the fans that the coach has left. But it's definitely a fresh start. "Since over the last f...

May232018 by JBNo Comments

Unai Emery confirms Arsenal job on website

Transfer Info, Premier League

Former Paris Saint-Germain manager Unai Emery's personal website has announced his arrival as Arsenal manager. The site, unai-emery.com, had a single page with a message that read: "Proud to be part of the Arsenal family," with his signature below and a logo of Arsenal above. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Emery is set to be named the next Arsenal boss in a few days, the former Sevilla boss became available after leaving Paris-Saint Germain at the end of the 2017-18 season, as he has won the Ligue 1 title, two Coupes de France, two Coupes de la Ligue and two French Supercups during his two years in charge there. The 46-year-old is expected to sign a two-year deal at the Emirates with an option for an additional season. The Spaniard won three consecu...

May212018 by JBNo Comments

Unai Emery to be named new Arsenal boss

Transfer Info, Premier League

Arsenal are set to appoint Unai Emery as their new manager. Manchester City assistant manager Mikel Arteta was strong favourite to take over Arsene Wenger. Emery emerged as the unanimous choice after a recruitment process in which all the candidates were spoken to. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The 46-year-old is available after leaving Paris St-Germain where he won one Ligue 1 title and four domestic cups in two seasons in charge of the club. Previously Emery guided Sevilla to three successive Europa League trophies between 2014 and 2016. Emery announced last month he would leave PSG when his contract expired at the end of the campaign. He was replaced by former Borussia Dortmund manager Thomas Tuchel, who had also been linked with job at the E...