The Arsenal Press: Week in, Week Out (W.I.W.O.) Episode 1 PART 2, 2010/2011

Today seems to be a busy day, doesn't it? All things Arsenal have been quiet in the past few days, then suddenly it all come back to life again. Anyway, here we go, the 2nd part of the W.I.W.O. Episode 2.

Transfer Monger: Update

What's the status of the Schwarzer transfer?

Firstly, let us clear things about the "second bid" with the same fees being reported in the past few days. According to John Cross on ATVO's The Friday Night Fans Forum show last week, the "second bid of the same price" as reported on The Arsenal Press did not exist at all. It was just the first bid being left unnegotiated on the table, with the Arsenal reviving it by contacting Fulham. Fortunately, The Arsenal Press did not report on this yesterday. Arsene Wenger today made a statement about Schwarzer, and here was what he said:

"We are where we are. We have four great keepers and it is important we give confidence to them for the next game.

I do not rule it out, but at the moment I say I am not in a position to sign anybody. At the moment, it is all dead."

Clear and obvious one from the Arsenal manager. The reason for the stalling of this deal could be related to money issues though. Rumours are speculating that the Gunners are not willing to meet Fulham's quoted price of 4 million pounds due to Schwarzer's age and his complicated injury issues. It's not that he has suffered from serious long term injuries or something, but at his age, there could be some niggling injuries which could probably justify Arsenal's preference to drop the price to their valuation of 2.5 million.

Honestly, this deal won't be an easy one since the beginning. Fulham are unwilling to sell, but Schwarzer wants to leave. The Arsenal fans are calling out for a new keeper, but this time around, it isn't in Arsenal's hands anymore. Maybe it could go down to the last second of the summer transfer window. Hmm...

Silvestre to start Bundesliga adventure

German side Werder Bremen are interested to take former Gunner Silvestre on a permanent deal. The 33 year old has been to Genoa to attend the Champions League play-off match between Genoa and Werder Bremen. Allofs, Werder's sporting director, seems fairly confident of signing the French defender (which he should) as Silvestre will now anticipate an interesting ride in Germany. As a consistent Bundesliga viewer, Silvestre would probably fit in fairly well and fast, but he would have to relish the physical challenges of some German teams. So long, Mr Silvestre.

21 and Below
Lansbury linked to Swansea loan switch?

Arsenal young midfielder Lansbury is reportedly a loan target for Welsh side Swansea City. However, negotiations between the Gunners and Swansea have been reportedly put on hold due to "Arsenal's injury woes" as Frimpong has been ruled out to up to nine months while Nasri has been ruled out for a month. Another 50-50 situation on the cards for sure.

Bolton suffers opening day thrashing in Arsenal's hands

Just look at the scoreline, 5-0. Then look at Bolton's line-up. It was a game of the experienced versus the up-and-coming stars. Unsurprisingly, the player tipped by The Arsenal Press to be the frontrunners (to close in on the first team) featured in the starting line-up. According to Young Guns' ever-so-great match report, Emmanuel-Thomas was the star man of the match and the goalscorers included Emmanuel-Thomas with two goals (of course), Barazite and Aneke with a brace as well. Well done to the lads!

That's the end of Episode 2 of Week in Week Out. Keep tuning in to The Arsenal Press for more latest news!

Follow us NOW!

To our current and future readers, feel free to follow us at