There
has been a lot of activity in Arsenal’s training ground this past week with
both new and old players arriving.
Last week, United States talent Brek Shea arrived to practice with the
first team. This week Thierry
Henry, former Arsenal striker and current New York Red Bulls star, returned to
his old club for practice in the MLS off-season.
When asked about
Henry returning for training with Arsenal, coach Arsène Wenger said, “He always gives
us a life and it’s always a lift to see what a big player he still is.” Henry arrived Thursday, November 17th
to train with his old squad.
Henry isn’t the
only player staying at Arsenal for a little longer, as 19 year-old Daniel
Boateng has agreed to extend his contract with Arsenal. Boateng has been a regular in Arsenal’s
second string team and made his first team debut as a sub in the 2-1 victory
over Bolton Wanderers on October 25th. With many years still left for Boateng to grow, this may be
the beginning for a great star at Arsenal.
In other news,
Arsenal has prepared a bid on the young and highly sought striker Leandro Damiao.
Damiao came onto the scene in the later part of 2011 with promising
displays in Brazil’s first team friendly matches. While it is unsure whether or not Damiao will make the move,
only time will tell what will happen.
By: Robert Tokarz
Edited: Matt Sinacore
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