Everton newcomer, Alex Iwobi has revealed that he left Arsenal to break free from the “youngster tag” he has carried since bursting onto the scene, reports squawka.com. The 23-year-old completed a deadline day switch from north London to Merseyside, with the Toffees…
Everton hand Iwobi No. 17 jersey (Punch)
Alex Iwobi will wear the No. 17 jersey at Everton. The club announced the jersey number on its website on Friday. Iwobi joined Everton from Arsenal for £34m on Thursday on a five-year deal with the move seeing him become…
Iwobi ready to fight for place in Arsenal (Punch)
Alex Iwobi has revealed that he would like Arsenal to sign “World-class” Wilfried Zaha. The Gunners have been linked with a move for the Crystal Palace talisman for much of the summer transfer window, but no move has yet come…
Wearing Mikel’s No 10 jersey not a priority, says Iwobi (Guardian)
Super Eagles attacker, Alex Iwobi is looking beyond the struggle for the No 10 jersey, which team captain, John Obi Mikel is likely to drop any time from now. There were insinuations yesterday that Mikel might announce his retirement from…
Rohr wants Arsenal forward Alex Iwobi to score more (Guardian)
Nigeria’s Coach Gernot Rohr is banking on Arsenal forward Alex Iwobi for goals when they face debutants Burundi on Saturday in the Africa Cup of Nations Group B opener in Egypt. “Although only 23, Alex is an experienced international and…
*Residents accuse policeman of killing motorcycle rider (Punch)* EFCC: How Atewe transferred N35m to Winners’ Chapel (NewTelegraph)
Residents accuse policeman of killing motorcycle rider (Punch) Controversy has trailed the death of a motorcycle rider, Aliu Rafiu, on Ago Palace Way, Okota, in the Isolo Local Government Area of Lagos State. While some residents blamed the death on…
Arsenal stars always demand Iwobi’s presence in match squads, says Emery (Guardian)
Alex Iwobi is highly rated by his boss and peers and doesn’t deserve so much criticism, says his manager, Unai Emery. According to www.independent.co.uk, Iwobi has all the hallmarks of a cult hero. He joined Arsenal at the tender age…
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Super Eagles watch: Iwobi scores, Balogun, Etebo, Nwakali, Saka taste action in Europe (Vanguard)
Super Eagles winger Alex Iwobi was on the score sheet for Arsenal as they defeated League 1 side Blackpool 3 – 0 on Saturday in the 3rd round of the English FA Cup. Iwobi who was substituted in the 86th…