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Pep Guardiola has warned Premier League leaders Arsenal that Manchester City are over the problems that held them back last season, insisting the issue was a lack of “energy” and any other attempted explanation blaming his tactics is “bull----.”
Former Gunner Dan Ballard is set to miss Sunderland’s upcoming game against Manchester City through injury, but he should be back in time to play against Arsenal.Photo by Stu Forster/Getty
Manchester City are close to reaching a full agreement to sign Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo. Semenyo is expected to snub Liverpool to join Manchester City in January, with the move now in its final stages. The Reds were among several clubs interested in a move for the 25-year-old, but Pep Guardiola ‘s team appear to have won the race.
Arsenal emphatically proved their title credentials with a convincing victory over Aston Villa at the Emirates. Goals from Gabriel, Martin Zubimendi, Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Jesus in a brilliant second half from Mikel Arteta’s side meant they moved five points clear of second-place Manchester City, who play on Thursday.
Could we see a pair of intra-Premier League transfers very early in the January transfer window? Crystal Palace and Manchester City hope so.
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Arsenal Player Ratings vs. Aston Villa: Second-Half Blitz From Gunners Decides Early Title Battle
Half chances came and went for Arsenal as they sought a nerve-easing opener, Gyökeres twice heading off target from teasing crosses and Trossard’s tame effort forcing former Gunners goalkeeper Martínez into his first action of the evening. But Villa were proving frustratingly stubborn despite injuries and suspensions in their defence.
Manchester City are in advanced talks to sign Antoine Semenyo, sources have told ESPN. City are hoping to wrap up a deal for the Bournemouth winger early in the January window, which opens on Thursday.
Rayan Cherki's late winner at Nottingham Forest keeps Manchester City in touch with Premier League leaders Arsenal.