The Arsenal Press: Week in, Week Out (W.I.W.O.) Episode 1 PART 1, 2010/2011

After three days of unstable connection at home, The Arsenal Press is finally back, probably with a bang (or two maybe). I have been raring to return earlier but there wasn't many things to report on honestly. In other words, it has been a "blessing" in disguise.

Anyway, this week's "Week in, Week Out" segment will be featured in a 2 parter. The reason? Probably have to blame Wenger for his slow transfer activity. Well, I lied. In this week's episode, we have included more news revolving different topics and there will be no transfer news in the first part as news regarding Arsenal transfers are still at a stand still. We'll report any confirmed transfers immediately anyway through our Transfer Monger section.

Injury room revisited
Bendtner Severed Ties with Key Therapist

Since the beginning of this season, Bendtner is nowhere to be found. We all know that he's out injured at the moment. A few days ago, he was in the limelight again as he sacked Soren Malling, the therapist who has been treating Bendtner's niggling groin and pelvic injury. Interestingly though, Malling has been quoted as a therapist who "has worked extensively with former Denmark striker Michael Laudrup", which might probably induce some questions in your minds (maybe).

So, what's the reason (for the sacking), Mr Bendter? This is what he said:

“I do not wish to receive any further treatment from this self-publicist.

I am very happy with how my rehabilitation has been going under the Arsenal medical team and expect to be back in training in around six weeks’ time.”

Understandable, but isn't Bendtner one as well? That's another story though. Malling claimed that Bendtner would be back training with the Arsenal and probably play if he were to continue treating him, but without him, Bendtner could only be back in December. Hmm... It reminds me of U2's "With or With You".

More to come from Wenger?

Last week, The Arsenal Press have reported that Ciani could be another defensive target for Wenger despite the imminent Squillaci deal. Sky Sports though have added another fella into the mix, using one of their favourite words "believe" in this article. That player is none other than Juan of Roma, who did not really impress me whenever I saw him play. Who would I choose between those two then? Ciani of course!

Mourinho looks into the crystal ball...

And probably saw some crap in it. This self-proclaimed "The Special One" wants to maintain a "special" relationship with English football, isn't he? For your information, this is what he said:

"That team of young boys are a team of 25, 26 or 27-year-olds.

So Cesc Fabregas , Theo Walcott, Gael Clichy, Alex Song and Bacary Sagna are not a team of young kids. They are a team of an age to win things. But I do not think they will do it."

His "crystal ball" also revealed to him that "it will again be Manchester United, Chelsea and Manchester City, because they have a great squad." Who cares what he predicts anyway? Obviously he wants a return to English football as soon as possible for sure.

21 and Below
Young Guns talk about class of 2010/2011

Moving on to some Arsenal Youth news, our very well-known counterpart, Young Guns featured their views on the upcoming batch of youngsters, whom according to Young Guns, are another bunch of exciting fellas. For some reason, I am excited with a few players, namely Oguzhan Ozyakup, Martin Angha, Zak Ansah and particularly Chuks Aneke. Of all the Youth players, I would tip Aneke to be one of the first ones to close in on the first team. Don't ask me why, ask Wenger though.

Arsenal clinch straight consecutive victories in Dublin

The Gunners' Reserve side wrapped up the competition with an unbeaten, all winning record, beating the likes of Shamrock Rovers and Man Utd Reserve team 3-1 and 2-1 respectively. They guys put in an impressive display especially against Man Utd, who have always been the Arsenal's rivals at all levels of English football. You can read the match reports on both games at Young Guns.

Introducing Wellington Silva, the blogger?

Brazilian whizkid started a blog not long ago and is probably paving an alternative route for his future career if things do not work out for him in football, which is unlikely given his immense footballing talent. Well, he had been blogging about his Arsenal career till now, having played in a few Reserve friendly matches for his new club. As The Arsenal Press have written in last week's episode, he would be back to Fluminense for his last spell in Brazil before joining the Gunners once again in January 2011. In the meantime, don't spam his blog ya.

Tune in again tomorrow for the second part of W.I.W.O. Episode 2, with transfer news potentially in the pipeline. See ya.

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