That mood was evident at the Sobha Realty Training Centre this week as the squad put in plenty of hard work to ensure that they end 2025 with another three-point haul to ensure the New Year celebrations are as joyous as can be for our Gooners around the world.

Kai Havertz was pictured in training at Arsenal at long last, having been out since the first game of the season. Mikel Arteta confirmed that Havertz is close to returning, with the German taking a huge step forward in his recovery by joining his teammates at Colney.

Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi was reportedly missing from Arsenal training on Tuesday morning as they prepare for a gruelling set of fixtures.

Viktor Gyokeres joined Arsenal’s tour of Singapore and Hong Kong halfway through, but Mikel Arteta had already begun making plans for him. Pre-season isn’t purely about physical preparation, but tactical preparation, too. Arteta recognises that the ...