🚨🎙️Mikel Arteta on Ruben Amorim: “I think there is quality there, but he has to start performing right away. A reason why I’ve been given time at Arsenal because I stepped in and won us the FA cup and 2 Community Shields. He needs silverware for Man United fans.” (The AFC Stuff)

Luis Enrique on his team selection vs Rennes: “We know we have to face Liverpool again this week at Anfield, I wanted to rest some of the players and make sure they have the right mentality, some were mentioning anxiety and fear, which I do not like to hear” [@JournalPSG]

Mikel Arteta after the draw vs United: It’s an unfortunate result but it doesn’t mean it’s over. Last year we saw Liverpool start to slip around this same time. They can still slip and I promise you this, we will be there to take over. [AFTV]

Vinicius Jr on UCL knockout: ‘It was hard to focus after the penalty wasn’t given on Mbappe, but we know UEFA favors English teams, like they showed at the ceremony last season. But we must always keep in mind we have 15 and they are still looking for one.’ [Madrid Zone]

Trent Alexander-Arnold on his future: ‘I’ve said all season I won’t speak on my situation, these days are always special but what I can tell you is I love this club. My dreams remain the same, I just want to soak all this in while I can with my people.’ [Anfieldupdates]

Mikel Arteta on the season: ‘In pre-season, I asked the lads: 'PL or UCL, what’s the dream?' They all wanted the UCL. We are focused on the trophy our boys really want so we can complete our history in Europe, congratulations LFC, but we’ll be there next season.’ [AFTV]

Antonio Rudiger on incident with De Burgos (Referee): "Now you see why we didn’t want to play today. Corrupt! The refs handed Barca the trophy before we even kicked off. We could've scored 10, and they'd still rob us. This is a disgrace to Spanish football!" [@TheMadridZonee]

Amid recent reports of Trent Alexander-Arnold's move to Real Madrid, Hansi Flick is said to be implementing a tactical system that positions Lamine Yamal on the left wing. [Managing Barça]

‘A significant factor in Trent Alexander-Arnold's decision to leave Liverpool was the substantial decline in the percentage of pregnant women in Merseyside, in 2025.’ [BBC Merseyside]

Zubimendi on rejecting Liverpool, Madrid, Barca: ‘At Sociedad, I learned the power of narratives and journeys in football. I chose Arsenal to continue these, embracing the journey over just success, and hope to add to their story, regardless of what we achieve.’ [Eduardo Hagn]

📸‼️ Rodrygo has liked a post on Instagram connecting him to Arsenal following recent rumors circulating.

Arteta on securing 2nd: ‘Some things haven’t worked out but I’m very proud to have finished second 3 times in a row. It shows consistency and that we’re title challengers, it’s a big step up from when I came in the team and the next phase of silverware will begin.’ [AFTV]

Wirtz on his next move: "I’m grateful to Bayer, but my heart’s not fully here anymore. For a while, Bayern was the dream, my only dream, then the biggest club in England showing this incredible desire to have me. Their passion/vision made me rethink all of it.” [Florian Plettenberg]

Luis Enrique on PSG’s toughest UCL opponent: “There were a few matches this season that tested us - Liverpool, for example, made things very difficult, especially in transitions. Aston Villa, too, were one of the more organized sides we came up against.” [CBS Sports Golazo ⚽️]

Xabi Alonso on TAA debut: "Trent’s a very talented player, but at this level, talent alone isn’t enough. He needs to work harder physically and be more consistent, especially defensively. He has to meet the standards set for fitness, discipline, and effort." [@TheMadridExtra]

🚨BREAKING: Wirtz on what his celebration meant: “I saw many people online and media outlets trying to place the blame on me for the Slovakia match. My celebration was me trying to hear what they would say now.”

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I just realized Liverpool can still win the UCL, FA cup, and Carabao cup. Time to focus on the big trophies this season 😈