Catch all the latest Arsenal news today, including updates on PSG clash, Max Dowman and Riccardo Calafiori.
Arsenal were back in action last night as they took on PSG in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final at the Emirates Stadium.
While it was viewed as a great opportunity for the Gunners to take an advantage with them into the second leg, it was a tougher match than anticipated.
An early strike from Ousmane Dembele gave PSG the lead, one they never truly looked like letting slip.
Mikel Arteta now has plenty of work to do, with the second leg looking tougher and tougher.
Elsewhere, plenty of preparations are being made for a busy summer, with decisions being made over possible transfer arrivals.
Thierry Henry makes Mikel Arteta statue claim
Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has claimed that the club would give Mikel Arteta a statue if he wins the Champions League.
It came before the Gunners’ defeat to PSG, and while the tie is still alive, hope remains over a possible run to the final.
Speaking on CBS Sports, the Frenchman said: “At one point he [Arteta] is going to have to come with a trophy soon, any. I’m not talking about obviously the last one that we can win this year, the Champions League.
“If he comes with the Champions League, it’s never been done, so he has a statue right there, right from the start.”
Read more on Thierry Henry’s Champions League claim.
Max Dowman impresses again in Arsenal under-18s clash
Arsenal academy starlet Max Dowman has shown his ability once again while featuring for the under-18s on Monday afternoon.
The Gunners came up against Tottenham in a North London Derby between the two academies, which ended in an end-to-end 4-4 draw.
A goal and an assist for Dowman helped the Gunners earn a point, building on the four goals he scored in the previous match.
It certainly suggests the youngster is building up towards his next step, with his level of output growing even further.
Read more on Max Dowman impact.
Riccardo Calafiori sums up Arsenal legend Thierry Henry perfectly
Arsenal star Riccardo Calafiori has revealed exactly how highly he rates Thierry Henry in the history of the Premier League.
Speaking with Goal, the Italian international said the winger was the best in Premier League history.
He claimed: “He was amazing, I think. Unstoppable!”
It sums up just how highly all of the Arsenal stars think of Henry, given his impact during his time at the club.
Read more on Riccardo Calafiori and Thierry Henry impact.
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