Fabrizio Romano’s AFTV Interview [Quotes] : Gunners
on Aubameyang: “Other clubs contacted him in May, he was considering leaving. But the situation has changed. He is in talks to extend his contract. He understands Arsenal is a good project with a fantastic manager.” “I am confident. So are Arsenal, Arteta and his agent. He will sign.”
Fabrizio Romano AFTV Interviewon Arteta: “He is a fantastic manager. When you speak to people in football – they all speak so highly of Arteta. He’s perfect for Arsenal. That’s why Auba is ready to stay.”
on Lucas Torreira: “He wants to come back to Italy 100%. I am a bit sad. He is a fantastic player. When he was here in Italy, everyone said ‘Wow. Wow’ – top, top player. He’s a trooper. I was so happy when he joined Arsenal.” “Fiorentina are trying – they are in talks over a 2-year loan. Torino are also trying. It’s Fiorentina vs. Torino for his signature.”
on Gabriel: “I miss Arsenal fans asking me about Gabriel and when he’s going to sign. I got 100 million of messages a day “
on Sokratis: “There’s a good chance he can go to Napoli. All depends on Koulibaly. If he goes, they’ll go with Sokratis. Gattuso loves Sokratis – he was his teammate at Milan. Personal terms are agreed – Napoli are ready if they sell Koulibaly.”
on Felipe Anderson: “Arsenal have been offered him – nothing is advanced. It will not be easy – he’s similar to Willian. He’s so fast, so skilled. Good player – good for the football Arteta plays. We have to wait a bit.”
on Thomas Partey: “I have to be honest. In June, I thought ‘yes’. Now, Atletico Madrid are in the same position. He will leave if they pay his release clause €50m. It will be so difficult this summer. They have to sell to buy him.” “Atletico have a philosophy – if you pay the release clause, they can leave. Thomas is a top player. I would spend €50m to sign him. Top top player. I hope Arsenal will go for him. They need him. Atletico are convinced he will stay”
on Houssem Aouar: “They are absolutely interested. Monitoring the situation. Nothing advanced. He’s a top player. They have spoken with his agent. Again – they need to sell. Nothing less than €60m. He’d be one of the best signings this window.”
on Hector Bellerin: “There are possibilities. PSG is in talks with the agent and with Arsenal. No official bid – it may come in the next days. PSG need a RB – PSG think he needs a change and a new chapter. We’ll see if PSG pay. He’s their no.1 target.”
on Dani Ceballos: “He’s coming. Don’t worry. Agreement reached. Arsenal fans should be really happy. He had many proposals but Ceballos always wanted to go back to Arsenal. Arteta was so important. It’s a matter of time.”
on Matteo Guendouzi: “In this summer, no club will pay €40 for him. He’s a great player.”
on Edu: “I like the way he is working so much. He’s a top director. I’m happy for Arsenal – they have Edu and Arteta. They are moving forward. They have a project.”
