Nigeria heightens plans to snatch Saka

Nigeria are accelerating their attempts to snatch Arsenal wonderkid Bukayo Saka from England. The 18-year-old is emerging as a real contender to break into Gareth Southgate’s squad following a string of excellent displays for his club. He has represented England…

Saka handed Arsenal No.7 jersey

Bukayo Saka has been handed Arsenal’s No. 7 jersey for the 2020/21 season, the club announced on their Twitter page on Wednesday, while unveiling the home kits for next season. “Our homegrown talent. The Arsenal’s No 7 from 2020/21. Keep…

‘A week I’ll remember for life’ – Saka dents Wolves’ top-four hopes

Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka said he has had a “week I will remember my whole life” after he celebrated signing a new long-term contract by scoring the opener in the Gunners’ victory at Wolves on Saturday. The teenager struck his first…

*Lagos seals 10 private schools for flouting closure directive (Nation) *Cleric donates face masks, palliatives to Alimosho residents (Guardian)

Lagos seals 10 private schools for flouting closure directive (Nation) The Lagos State Government has sealed 10 private schools that flouted the closure directives of the federal and state governments as a result of Covid-19 pandemic to ensure the safety…

Martinelli signs new long-term contract at Arsenal

Teenage striker Gabriel Martinelli has signed a new long-term contract with Arsenal. The 19-year-old joined the London club from Ituano last July and has scored 10 goals in 26 appearances in his first season in England. Arsenal have rewarded the…

Nigerian-born, Saka extends contract with Arsenal

Nigerian-born Arsenal forward, Bukayo Saka, has extended his stay at the London club by signing a new long-term contract. Saka announced the contract extension through his official Twitter handle on Wednesday. “London is my home. Arsenal my team. I’m so…

Saka to sign new Arsenal contract

Arsenal starlet Bukayo Saka looks set for a significant pay rise in a new contract despite the club seeking wage cuts among their squad due to the coronavirus outbreak. After a stand-off between the board and players, Arsenal are now…

Arsenal will regret if Saka leaves – Report

Arsenal rising star, Bukayo Saka, whose contract with the Gunners is yet to be extended, has come under scrutiny by Football London. The British-born Nigerian youngster’s contract expires in 2021.  “Out of those whose contracts expire in 2021, (Saka), the…

Arteta confident of new Saka deal

Bukayo Saka’s contract impasse will definitely be resolved, assures manager Mikel Arteta. The teen sensation has been embroiled in what seems to be a standoff as his representatives and club directors remain distant from agreeing on a new deal. The…

Arsenal prioritises new deal for Bukayo Saka

Arsenal are in a hurry to secure Bukayo Saka to a new contract, according to David Ornstein’s latest column for The Athletic. The 18-year-old has been a breakthrough star this season, filling in effectively at left-back and leads the club’s…

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