Charles Watts


Charles Watts is a respected Arsenal FC journalist, providing the latest news, views and opinions on everything to do with the Gunners.

He links up with Sports Mole on a weekly basis to discuss all of the latest talking points around the club, including their progress on the pitch and their hopes off it.

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Sports Mole has 187 articles about Charles Watts. Articles 1 to 40:
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Arsenal vs. AC Milan: Max Dowman verdict delivered as "clues" anticipated for Mikel Arteta
Arsenal's friendly with AC Milan could offer a "couple of clues" for the new season, and Max Dowman should make an appearance, Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Jul 22, 20:20
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Cristhian Mosquera Arsenal debut date suggested as Gunners signing 'flies out' to Singapore for pre-season tour
Arsenal-bound Cristhian Mosquera is reportedly boarding a plane to Singapore to join up with the Gunners squad on their pre-season tour, as Charles Watts reveals what he knows about the defender's supposed medical 'issue'.
Jul 22, 10:26
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Cristhian Mosquera "ticks all the boxes" for Mikel Arteta as Arsenal close in on cut-price transfer
Arsenal expert Charles Watts explains why Cristhian Mosquera's move to the Emirates from Valencia "ticks all the boxes" for Gunners boss Mikel Arteta.
Jul 18, 15:03
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Noni Madueke: How Viktor Gyokeres will help fellow Arsenal new boy ahead of £52m Chelsea transfer
The reaction to Noni Madueke's Arsenal transfer will be less "brutal" thanks to Viktor Gyokeres, Gunners expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Jul 17, 16:29
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Ethan Nwaneri contract: Mikel Arteta sent "minutes" warning as new Arsenal deal 'agreed'
Ethan Nwaneri can expect to seriously challenge Martin Odegaard for a place in Arsenal's starting lineup ahead of the signing of his new contract, Charles Watts believes.
Jul 16, 14:44
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Viktor Gyokeres will bring unique "desire" to Arsenal ahead of £55.1m Sporting transfer announcement
Viktor Gyokeres will bring a unique "unwavering desire" to Arsenal ahead of his imminent transfer from Sporting Lisbon, Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Jul 15, 15:20
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Christian Norgaard is Arsenal's "space filler" as Mikel Arteta sent transfer warning
Christian Norgaard is more of a "space filler" than a "squad improver" for Arsenal ahead of his £12m Brentford move, Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Jul 8, 12:44
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Hugo Ekitike: Charles Watts addresses Arsenal transfer links with Eintracht Frankfurt striiker
Hugo Ekitike's playstyle shares similarities with Arsenal great Thierry Henry, but it would be a surprise to see him line up at the Emirates next season, Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Jul 2, 17:55
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Eberechi Eze Arsenal transfer approved as Mikel Arteta, Andrea Berta weigh up £68m decision
Eberechi Eze would bring the "X-factor" that Arsenal are lacking, but caution must be urged over a move for the Crystal Palace star, Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Jul 1, 20:44
 Arsenal's Thomas Partey pictured on May 7, 2025
Thomas Partey update: 'Final call' made on Arsenal future following contract negotiations
Arsenal and Thomas Partey reportedly make a final call on the midfielder's future following talks over a deal to extend his contract, which expires tomorrow.
Jun 29, 17:51
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Carlos Cuesta backed for Arsenal manager's job as Mikel Arteta given replacement verdict
Arsenal expert Charles Watts can envisage former assistant manager Carlos Cuesta coming back as Gunners head coach one day following his move to Parma.
Jun 25, 12:39
 Arsenal's Jorginho pictured on February 26, 2025
Arsenal 'submit £9.4m bid' for Premier League midfielder as Mikel Arteta aims to repeat Jorginho transfer trick
Arsenal reportedly step up their interest in a Premier League-proven Thomas Partey replacement with an offer worth €11m (£9.4m).
Jun 25, 11:19
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Arsenal given late Thomas Partey contract hope as Gunners in game of "cat and mouse"
Thomas Partey leaving Arsenal on a free transfer is "not inevitable", and there is still a chance that he pens a new contract with the Gunners, Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Jun 24, 21:00
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Myles Lewis-Skelly: Charles Watts delivers Arsenal contract update ahead of announcement
Myles Lewis-Skelly's Arsenal contract renewal is complete, although it is anybody's guess when the club will officially announce his renewal, Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Jun 24, 16:33
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Oleksandr Zinchenko Arsenal exit plunged into doubt as Mikel Arteta decision questioned
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta lost faith in Oleksandr Zinchenko last season, but an exit this summer is far from guaranteed, Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Jun 20, 17:03
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Jorrel Hato to Arsenal transfer given green light as Ajax teenager told to follow Jurrien Timber example
Arsenal expert Charles Watts is bullish about the Gunners' chances of beating Chelsea to the signature of 19-year-old Ajax defender Jorrel Hato, whom they have supposedly made contact for.
Jun 19, 08:51
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Viktor Gyokeres to Arsenal: £68.4m transfer prediction made amid "baffling" slow striker search
Arsenal expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole that Sporting Lisbon may price Viktor Gyokeres out of a move to the Emirates if they demand a specific amount of money.
Jun 18, 15:07
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Arsenal given Anthony Gordon transfer hope following Nico Williams Barcelona blow
Arsenal signing Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United this summer is not impossible, Charles Watts believes, as the Gunners scope out alternatives to Barcelona-bound Nico Williams.
Jun 17, 16:10
 Viktor Gyokeres celebrates after scoring for Sporting Lisbon on December 14, 2024
Arsenal 'make decision' on second Viktor Gyokeres bid as Man United 'obstacles' revealed
Arsenal reportedly prepare to make a second bid for Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres as Manchester United encounter 'obstacles' in talks with the 27-year-old.
Jun 14, 07:37
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Arsenal-bound Matteo Tognozzi has "unrivalled eye for a player" after Dean Huijsen discovery, expert claims
Arsenal expert Charles Watts explains why former Juventus scout Matteo Tognozzi will be a "really exciting appointment" for the Gunners.
Jun 13, 17:01
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Arsenal sent Konstantinos Karetsas transfer warning as Gunners 'close' to £38m wonderkid deal
Arsenal moving for 17-year-old Genk wonderkid Konstantinos Karetsas would make little sense while Max Dowman and Ethan Nwaneri are at the club, Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Jun 12, 10:54
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Benjamin Sesko latest: Arsenal "ramping up" transfer talks with RB Leipzig in "crucial week" for Andrea Berta
Arsenal are "ramping up" talks to sign RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko and face a "crucial week" in negotiations with the German club, journalist Charles Watts claims.
Jun 11, 16:06
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Arsenal given Wojciech Szczesny transfer answer as Mikel Arteta faces familiar summer "problem"
Arsenal journalist Charles Watts discusses the possibility of Wojciech Szczesny going back to North London following the news that Barcelona are set to sign Joan Garcia.
Jun 7, 10:42
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Myles Lewis-Skelly Arsenal contract prediction made as Mikel Arteta faces possible Ethan Nwaneri difficulty
Arsenal could tie Myles Lewis-Skelly down to a new contract before the start of pre-season, but Ethan Nwaneri may be a bit trickier to renew, Charles Watts feels.
Jun 4, 15:35
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Arsenal transfer exclusive: Thomas Partey contract decision made as "most likely" outcome revealed
Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey is offered a new contract by the club, and the "most likely" scenario is that he pens an extension, Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Jun 3, 15:46
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Leroy Sane "past his best" as Arsenal warned of "red flags" with free transfer for Bayern Munich winger
Arsenal should steer clear of a free transfer for Bayern Munich's Leroy Sane as the deal throws up a lot of "red flags", Gunners expert Charles Watts believes.
Jun 3, 12:48
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Rodrygo to Arsenal transfer prediction made as Real Madrid winger 'makes decision' on future
Arsenal legend Ray Parlour explains why he does not expect the Gunners to pay over the odds to sign Real Madrid attacker Rodrygo this summer.
May 31, 13:38
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Max Dowman compared to Lionel Messi as Arsenal face nervous contract wait over 15-year-old star
Watching Arsenal's Max Dowman is like watching Lionel Messi following his bright displays at the Under-17 Euros, Gunners expert Charles Watts claims.
May 31, 10:19
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Joan Garcia: Arsenal can repeat Liverpool transfer trick to win race for £21m Espanyol goalkeeper
Arsenal may struggle to win the race for Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia if they cannot offer him the number one shirt, expert Charles Watts warns.
May 30, 12:59
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Arsenal sent double Rafael Leao, Kaoru Mitoma transfer warning after Andrea Berta 'contact'
Arsenal expert Charles Watts explains why he is leaning towards a move for Real Madrid's Rodrygo over AC Milan's Rafael Leao, who has also been linked with the Gunners.
May 29, 11:33
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Arsenal season review: Why Premier League title was "impossible" as Player of the Season discussed
Arsenal journalist Charles Watts reviews the Gunners' 2024-25 campaign, what lessons they will take into 2025-26 and also names his Player of the Season.
May 27, 19:25
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Kieran Tierney Arsenal contract question answered as "regrets" discussed before Celtic transfer
Kieran Tierney could have offered Arsenal something next season, but it would have been too difficult trying to convince him to stay, Charles Watts believes.
May 27, 12:17
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Arsenal sent Tyler Dibling transfer message ahead of Southampton clash following £100m reveal
Arsenal expert Charles Watts comments on the possibility of the Gunners signing Southampton's Tyler Dibling ahead of Sunday's Premier League game.
May 24, 12:37
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Arsenal vs. Barcelona: How Renee Slegers's Gunners can pull off seismic shock in Women's Champions League final
Arsenal expert Charles Watts details how the Gunners' women's team can stun Barcelona and win the Champions League in Saturday's blockbuster final.
May 23, 13:01
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Rodrygo to Arsenal transfer given seal of approval as Mikel Arteta told to repeat Declan Rice trick
Arsenal should have no qualms about paying £20m or £30m over the odds to sign reported target Rodrygo from Real Madrid this summer, Gunners expert Charles Watts believes.
May 22, 13:50
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Viktor Gyokeres to Arsenal transfer "fear" emerges as Andrea Berta ponders £75m Benjamin Sesko decision
Arsenal journalist Charles Watts would have one "big fear" if the Gunners move for Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres over RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko this summer.
May 21, 13:15
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Jurrien Timber injury: Arsenal given pre-season hope after surgery as Mikel Arteta comments dissected
Arsenal are keeping their fingers crossed that Jurrien Timber will return from ankle surgery in time for the start of pre-season, expert Charles Watts claims.
May 20, 19:59
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Mikel Arteta future: Arsenal manager sent one-season trophy warning as 'patience wears thin'
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is told he can only afford one more trophyless season before serious questions are asked about the Gunners' inability to get over the line.
May 20, 15:16
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Arsenal vs. Newcastle: Mikel Arteta sent Ethan Nwaneri demand for final Premier League home game
Arsenal cannot be considered the favourites for Sunday's game with Newcastle United, where Mikel Arteta must re-introduce a promising attacker to the starting XI.
May 17, 14:24
 Manager of Bayer Leverkusen Xabi Alonso during the post-match press conference after his side's match against Bayern Munich, on March 5, 2025
Arsenal 'facing transfer hijack' as Real Madrid 'explore summer deal' for 26-year-old
Real Madrid have reportedly not given up hope of signing Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi from under Arsenal's nose.
May 16, 14:37
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