Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC’s Arsenal show
- Episodes
- 494
- Released
- several times a week
- Latest episode
- Nov 9, 2026
About the podcast
The Athletic's Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke, James McNicholas (Gunnerblog), Art de Roche and comedian Ian Stone bring you a twice-weekly podcast dedicated to Arsenal Football Club. They'll bring you reaction to all the games, expert insight into the inner-workings of the club, including transfers and contracts, and analysis on the women's team too.
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Episodes 494
Is this the best Arsenal team of the Premier League era?
In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and James McNicholas discuss Arsenal’s win over Hull and review the season so far, as the Gunners go into the international break top of the league. Get in touch with …
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In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and James McNicholas discuss Arsenal’s win over Hull and review the season so far, as the Gunners go into the international break top of the league.
Get in touch with video messages: [email protected]
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Is Martin Odegaard already an Arsenal legend?
In this episode, Ian Stone, Art de Roché and Amy Lawrence discuss Arsenal’s win over Slavia Prague, the contrasting first and second-half performances, they chat about Martin Odegaard's career following his …
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In this episode, Ian Stone, Art de Roché and Amy Lawrence discuss Arsenal’s win over Slavia Prague, the contrasting first and second-half performances, they chat about Martin Odegaard's career following his 250th game and also take on a Hull themed quiz and read some fan messages.
Get in touch with video messages: [email protected]
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What does a win at Anfield mean for this Arsenal team?
In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke discuss Arsenal’s win at Anfield, Declan Rice’s brilliant display and going nine points clear of Liverpool. They also test their knowledge with a quiz …
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In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke discuss Arsenal’s win at Anfield, Declan Rice’s brilliant display and going nine points clear of Liverpool. They also test their knowledge with a quiz and read some fan messages.
Get in touch with video messages: [email protected]
Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke
Producer: James Shaw
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Is Arsenal's cup record a cause for concern?
In this episode, Ian Stone, James McNicholas and Art de Roché discuss Arsenal’s Carabao Cup exit on penalties at Fleetwood, Max Dowman’s red card and Arteta’s midfield experiments. They also preview the …
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In this episode, Ian Stone, James McNicholas and Art de Roché discuss Arsenal’s Carabao Cup exit on penalties at Fleetwood, Max Dowman’s red card and Arteta’s midfield experiments. They also preview the upcoming game against Liverpool, take on a Wenger-era quiz, and read some fan messages.
Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke
Producer: James Shaw
Get in touch with video messages: [email protected]
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Arsenal dismantle Everton & Gabriel and White reach 200 games
In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke discuss Arsenal’s win over Everton, and preview the Carabao Cup tie against Fleetwood!Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke Producer: James …
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In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke discuss Arsenal’s win over Everton, and preview the Carabao Cup tie against Fleetwood!
Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke
Producer: James Shaw
Get in touch with video messages: [email protected]
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Will injuries derail Arsenal's season?
In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Art de Roché discuss Arsenal’s brave performance in Munich and the worrying injury to Bukayo Saka. They preview Sunday’s game against Everton, and read some fan …
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In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Art de Roché discuss Arsenal’s brave performance in Munich and the worrying injury to Bukayo Saka. They preview Sunday’s game against Everton, and read some fan messages.
Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke
Producer: James Shaw
Get in touch with video messages: [email protected]
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Are Arsenal playing like champions?
In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke discuss Arsenal’s hard-fought 1-0 win at Nottingham Forest, Ezri Konsa’s standout display and Eberechi Eze’s form/ They also ask whether Arsenal’s slow …
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In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke discuss Arsenal’s hard-fought 1-0 win at Nottingham Forest, Ezri Konsa’s standout display and Eberechi Eze’s form/ They also ask whether Arsenal’s slow approach this season needs to change and look ahead to Wednesday’s trip to Bayern Munich.
Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke
Producer: James Shaw
Get in touch: [email protected]
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Is Mikel Arteta right to demand more from Saka?
In this episode, Ian Stone, Art de Roché and Adrian Clarke look back on Arsenal's 3-0 win against Lille, and ask whether Bukayo Saka is stepping up to Mikel Arteta's demand for more goals. Plus reaction to the …
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In this episode, Ian Stone, Art de Roché and Adrian Clarke look back on Arsenal's 3-0 win against Lille, and ask whether Bukayo Saka is stepping up to Mikel Arteta's demand for more goals. Plus reaction to the news that the club will be making 60 members of staff redundant.
Hosts: Ian Stone, Art de Roché, Adrian Clarke
Producer: Ben Whitcombe
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Season Spotify Playlist:
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Is Arsenal's depth the key to more silverware?
In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke discuss Arsenal’s comeback win over Leeds, Bruno’s brilliant winner and Declan Rice’s remarkable performance. They chat about missing William Saliba …
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In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke discuss Arsenal’s comeback win over Leeds, Bruno’s brilliant winner and Declan Rice’s remarkable performance. They chat about missing William Saliba, react to Liverpool vs City, and read some fan messages!
Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke
Producer: James Shaw
Get in touch:
Season Spotify Playlist:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0qNHJ32WITncEURkCEorkq?si=An8C1KCgTZmYeyyxKf6FtA
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What's next for Arteta's Arsenal project?
In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Art de Roché and Nnamdi Onyeagwara discuss Mikel Arteta's new contract and what it means for Arsenal's future. They preview the upcoming Leeds game, give the latest …
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In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Art de Roché and Nnamdi Onyeagwara discuss Mikel Arteta's new contract and what it means for Arsenal's future. They preview the upcoming Leeds game, give the latest injury updates, and read some fan messages!
Season Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0qNHJ32WITncEURkCEorkq?si=hsL57VTrSpyIfBWkirOtXQ
Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke
Producer: James Shaw
Get in touch with video messages and E-mails : Email: [email protected]
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Do Wenger's Arsenal deserve more credit + mailbag questions
In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke discuss the latest in the Man City case, they chat about Arsene Wenger's previous predictions and comments, they round up the international break and …
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In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke discuss the latest in the Man City case, they chat about Arsene Wenger's previous predictions and comments, they round up the international break and read some fan messages.
Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke
Producer: James Shaw
Get in touch with video messages: Email [email protected]
Season Spotify Playlist:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0qNHJ32WITncEURkCEorkq?si=Dpm4Cnw4S2qz7qaAuFk5ig
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Reacting to Man City's charges - how should Arsenal fans feel?
In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, and Adrian Clark discuss the recent Manchester City charges, and the impact their project has had on the Premier League. They also touch on the international break and …
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In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, and Adrian Clark discuss the recent Manchester City charges, and the impact their project has had on the Premier League. They also touch on the international break and read some fan messages.
Season Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0qNHJ32WITncEURkCEorkq?si=oa5mW6SxRhqiCllr-6mFuA
Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke Producer: James Shaw
Get in touch with video messages: Email: [email protected]
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What Arteta's renewal means + the season so far
In this episode of Handbrake Off, Ian Stone, Art de Roche and Nnamdi Onyeagwara review Arsenal's start to the season, and discuss the imminent contract renewal of Mikel Arteta!Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence …
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In this episode of Handbrake Off, Ian Stone, Art de Roche and Nnamdi Onyeagwara review Arsenal's start to the season, and discuss the imminent contract renewal of Mikel Arteta!
Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke
Producer: James Shaw
Get in touch with emails, voice notes and video messages:
Email: [email protected]
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How did Arsenal's perfect start come to an end?
In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, and Adrian Clark analyse Arsenal's performance against Brighton, they discuss the strength of the Premier League and chat through some of Arsenal's creative …
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In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, and Adrian Clark analyse Arsenal's performance against Brighton, they discuss the strength of the Premier League and chat through some of Arsenal's creative deficiencies.
Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke
Producer: James Shaw
Get in touch with voice messages and emails:
Email: [email protected]
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Dowman masterclass as Arsenal dispatch Ipswich
In this episode Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke look back at Arsenal's 4-2 win over Ipswich in the Carabao Cup.Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian ClarkeProducer: Ben WhitcombeGet in touch:Email …
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In this episode Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke look back at Arsenal's 4-2 win over Ipswich in the Carabao Cup.
Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke
Producer: Ben Whitcombe
Get in touch:
Email: [email protected]
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Raya and Bruno star as Arsenal see off Sunderland
In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke discuss Arsenal's thrilling 2-0 win away at Sunderland.Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian ClarkeProducer: Ben WhitcombeGet in touch:Email …
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In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke discuss Arsenal's thrilling 2-0 win away at Sunderland.
Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke
Producer: Ben Whitcombe
Get in touch:
Email: [email protected]
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Arsenal's perfect start continues in Europe
In this episode, Ian Stone, Nnamdi Onyeagwara and Amy Lawrence discuss Arsenal's first champions league win of the season against Napoli and look ahead to Sunderland on Saturday!Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence …
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In this episode, Ian Stone, Nnamdi Onyeagwara and Amy Lawrence discuss Arsenal's first champions league win of the season against Napoli and look ahead to Sunderland on Saturday!
Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke
Producer: James Shaw
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Is Odegaard the key to another Arsenal title?
In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke and Art de Roche discuss yesterday's win, as Arsenal triumphed over Chelsea in a thrilling 2-1 victory! Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian …
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In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke and Art de Roche discuss yesterday's win, as Arsenal triumphed over Chelsea in a thrilling 2-1 victory!
Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke
Producer: James Shaw
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Have Arsenal missed an opportunity this summer?
In this episode, Ian Stone, Adrian Clarke and Art de Roche delve into the Arsenal summer transfer window and touch upon our upcoming match against Chelsea.Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian ClarkeProducer …
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In this episode, Ian Stone, Adrian Clarke and Art de Roche delve into the Arsenal summer transfer window and touch upon our upcoming match against Chelsea.
Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke
Producer: James Shaw
Get in touch:
Email: [email protected]
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Arsenal pass Emery test + deadline day latest
In this episode, Ian Stone, Adrian Clarke, and Amy Lawrence discuss last nights emphatic Arsenal win over Aston Villa and all of the transfer latest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How much will Arsenal miss Martinelli?
In this episode of Handbrake Off, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, and James McNicholas dive into the recent developments surrounding the potential departure of Gabriel Martinelli to Al Hilal. The Champions League, and …
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In this episode of Handbrake Off, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, and James McNicholas dive into the recent developments surrounding the potential departure of Gabriel Martinelli to Al Hilal. The Champions League, and Arsenal's ongoing pursuit of new talent.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Has title win set Arsenal free?
Ian Stone is joined by Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke to look back on Arsenal's convincing 3-0 win over Coventry and ask whether winning the title has given Mikel Arteta's side a new sense of freedom.Plus …
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Ian Stone is joined by Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke to look back on Arsenal's convincing 3-0 win over Coventry and ask whether winning the title has given Mikel Arteta's side a new sense of freedom.
Plus, there's plenty of transfer talk. What does Ezri Konsa bring to the squad and could Julian Alvarez become a realistic Arsenal target if Barcelona fail to land him?
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Produced by Nick Thomson
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The ultimate Arsenal 26/27 season preview
The new season is here!In today's episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Art de Roche look ahead to Arsenal's season, discuss what lessons can be learned from last season and what could go right and wrong this …
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The new season is here!
In today's episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Art de Roche look ahead to Arsenal's season, discuss what lessons can be learned from last season and what could go right and wrong this year.
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Is the old Martin Odegaard back?
In today's episode Ian Stone is joined by Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke to discuss Arsenal's 3-0 win over Man City in the Community Shield!02:10 Trophy mishaps07:21 Arsenal 3 - 0 City13:20 Magnificent MLS17:07 …
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In today's episode Ian Stone is joined by Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke to discuss Arsenal's 3-0 win over Man City in the Community Shield!
02:10 Trophy mishaps
07:21 Arsenal 3 - 0 City
13:20 Magnificent MLS
17:07 Odegaard back to his best
22:38 Terrific Tzolis, Raya and Calafiori
33:18 Respects to Jimmy Rimmer
40:44 Transfers and Berta
48:30 Players returning to good vibes
Produced by James Shaw
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Bruno's arrival and pre-season reflections
On today's episode, Ian Stone is joined by Amy Lawrence and Art De Roché to discuss Arsenal's latest signing Bruno Guimarães, as well as Vini Jr renewing with Madrid, possible transfer targets and Arsenal's …
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On today's episode, Ian Stone is joined by Amy Lawrence and Art De Roché to discuss Arsenal's latest signing Bruno Guimarães, as well as Vini Jr renewing with Madrid, possible transfer targets and Arsenal's pre-season thus far.
Produced by James Shaw
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Pre-season starts and might Vini Jr still be on?
The Arsenal have played their first pre-season game and the Handbrake team are here to debrief.Ian Stone is joined by Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke after Mikel Arteta’s side calmly dispatch Girona 4-1 in …
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The Arsenal have played their first pre-season game and the Handbrake team are here to debrief.
Ian Stone is joined by Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke after Mikel Arteta’s side calmly dispatch Girona 4-1 in Catalonia. New boy Christos Tzolis was on the scoresheet. What did we make of his first performance in front of fans? And just how good is Max Dowman?
There’s the latest on the Vinicius Junior situation PLUS Christian Norgaard is on his way to Everton. What might that mean for the potential arrival of Bruno Guimaraes?
Produced by Xavi Bird
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Vinicius Jr: Everybody stay calm!
A huge David Ornstein bombshell drops and the Handbrake team are here to discuss.Ian Stone is joined by Art de Roche and Adrian Clarke as it emerges that Arsenal are exploring a deal to sign Vinicius Jr from …
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A huge David Ornstein bombshell drops and the Handbrake team are here to discuss.
Ian Stone is joined by Art de Roche and Adrian Clarke as it emerges that Arsenal are exploring a deal to sign Vinicius Jr from Real Madrid.
Is it actually going to happen? How significant would it be in the history of the club if it actually did? And what does this all say about Arsenal's ambitions going into the new season? Should retaining the Premier League title be a must, or is it time to win the Champions League? Why not both?
Plus the team get into whether John Stones would be a good short-term replacement for William Saliba, and the latest on what’s going on with Bruno Guimaraes.
Produced by Xavi Bird.
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Rogers OFF so how good is Christos Tzolis?
The World Cup is done and there are THREE Arsenal players coming back to London Colney with a winners medal.But it’s mixed news on the transfer front for Ian Stone, Art de Roche and Adrian Clarke as Morgan …
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The World Cup is done and there are THREE Arsenal players coming back to London Colney with a winners medal.
But it’s mixed news on the transfer front for Ian Stone, Art de Roche and Adrian Clarke as Morgan Rogers verbally agrees to join Chelsea instead of the Gunners.
The team discuss where this leaves Andrea Berta in the transfer market this window, as well as getting a Greek perspective from Harry Symeou on what Christos Tzolis might bring to the squad next season.
Produced by Xavi Bird
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Will there be any Declan Rice left for Arsenal next season?
It’s World Cup semi-final time and there are still eight Arsenal players at the tournament.Ian Stone is joined by Art de Roche and Nnamdi Onyeagwara to discuss what this all means for Arsenal’s pre-season …
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It’s World Cup semi-final time and there are still eight Arsenal players at the tournament.
Ian Stone is joined by Art de Roche and Nnamdi Onyeagwara to discuss what this all means for Arsenal’s pre-season plans. When will they be back and available? Do Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka need to sit down in a dark room for a couple of months?
Elsewhere, Bruno Guimaraes has told Newcastle that he wants to join Arsenal. Will this mean the Gunners now come in with a formal bid?
And Illan Meslier has become the club’s first new signing of the transfer window. Will he be a Number 2 or Number 3 choice goalkeeper? And what about Ona Batlle arriving at the women’s team?
Produced by Xavi Bird.
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Will Leandro Trossard go down as a cult hero?
After three and a half seasons of clutch moments and goggle celebrations, Leandro Trossard looks like he’s on his way out of Arsenal.Ian Stone is joined by Art de Roche as the Gunners agree a £17.1m deal to …
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After three and a half seasons of clutch moments and goggle celebrations, Leandro Trossard looks like he’s on his way out of Arsenal.
Ian Stone is joined by Art de Roche as the Gunners agree a £17.1m deal to sell the Belgian international to Besiktas.
We ask how he’ll be remembered after playing a huge part in helping the team secure their first league title in 22 years.
There’s bad news on the Jeremy Monga front, with Manchester City set to sign him from Leicester ahead of Arsenal.
But a big name IS through the door at the Women’s team. Lioness star Georgia Stanway has joined from Bayern Munich. The Athletic’s Charlotte Harpur tells us just what she could bring to Renee Slegers’ side next season.
Produced by Xavi Bird
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