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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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.
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.
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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Leandro Trossard: Arsenal risk repeating Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang mistake as contract verdict delivered
Arsenal expert Charles Watts warns the Gunners against handing Leandro Trossard a new four-year contract and names an optimal length for the Belgian's proposed renewal.
May 15, 19:51
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Martin Zubimendi to Arsenal: Mikel Arteta sent firm transfer warning despite 'verbal agreement' for £50.5m man
Arsenal fans cannot totally celebrate the signing of Martin Zubimendi despite talk of a verbal agreement being reached with the Real Sociedad man, Charles Watts claims.
May 15, 14:18
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Declan Rice injury: Arsenal's emergency replacement decided as Mikel Arteta sent clear instruction
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta must not risk Declan Rice for the remainder of the season even if his hamstring problem is not severe, expert Charles Watts claims.
May 13, 16:29
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How Mikel Arteta 'hammering' inspired magnificent Arsenal fightback in Liverpool Premier League thriller
Mikel Arteta likely "tore strips" into his Arsenal team in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Liverpool to trigger their terrific turnaround in the second half, Charles Watts claims.
May 13, 12:39
 Liverpool head coach Arne Slot before his side's Premier League match against Fulham, on December 14, 2024
Liverpool vs. Arsenal: Arne Slot's tactical battles against Mikel Arteta in Premier League clash assessed
Liverpool are set to take on Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday as Premier League champions, and there will be several key matchups that could decide who wins.
May 10, 17:11
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William Saliba: Real Madrid told to pay world-record fee for Arsenal defender as contract talks 'opened'
Arsenal should not be considering any bids lower than £100m for Real Madrid-linked centre-back William Saliba during the summer transfer window, Charles Watts believes.
May 9, 18:59
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How Ademola Lookman compares to Nico Williams as Arsenal given transfer verdict on Atalanta BC man
Arsenal could add a new dimension to their ailing attack by signing Atalanta BC frontman Ademola Lookman during the summer transfer window, expert Charles Watts claims.
May 9, 09:47
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Martin Odegaard: Mikel Arteta partly responsible for Arsenal captain's struggles as Bruno Fernandes comparison made
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta must cop some of the blame for Martin Odegaard's drop-off in form over the past several weeks, Gunners expert Charles Watts claims.
May 7, 09:01
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Mikel Arteta sack question answered as worst-case Arsenal scenario analysed before PSG
Mikel Arteta's future at Arsenal would be a fair topic of discussion if the Gunners have a particularly disastrous end to the 2024-25 season, expert Charles Watts feels.
May 7, 08:00
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PSG vs. Arsenal: Mikel Arteta told "the only way" Gunners will pull off Champions League comeback
Arsenal and Mikel Arteta are told the "only way" they will beat Paris Saint-Germain and reach the Champions League final in Wednesday's semi-final second leg.
May 6, 17:07
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Arsenal given Eberechi Eze transfer green light as Mikel Arteta sent Nico Williams message
Crystal Palace's Eberechi Eze is "tailor-made" for Arsenal and should arguably be above Nico Williams on the Gunners' transfer shortlist, Charles Watts argues.
May 5, 13:02
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Dean Huijsen to Arsenal plunged into doubt as new £50m transfer theory emerges
Dean Huijsen to Arsenal makes "a lot of sense", Charles Watts believes, but he fears that the Gunners may not be as well-positioned as other clubs in the race.
May 3, 09:32
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Arsenal warned of "sticky situation" in Bournemouth Premier League clash as Mikel Arteta failings laid bare
Arsenal must go "all out" to beat Bournemouth on Saturday, having made this particular Premier League game "far more important" than it should have been.
May 2, 16:03
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Jack Wilshere vs. Aaron Ramsey: Memorable Arsenal moments revisited ahead of Norwich-Cardiff reunion
Arsenal expert Charles Watts reflects on Jack Wilshere and Aaron Ramsey's most memorable moments with the Gunners ahead of their managerial reunion.
May 2, 11:42
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Thomas Partey contract decision "a huge gamble" for Arsenal as 'exploratory' renewal talks begin
Arsenal would be taking a "huge gamble" by offering Thomas Partey a pay rise in a potential new contract, expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Apr 30, 10:34
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Arsenal vs. PSG: One key area where Champions League semi-final will be "won and lost"
Arsenal expert Charles Watts names the one key battle that the Gunners must win if they are to claim a first-leg lead against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League.
Apr 29, 14:26
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Mikel Merino sent Kai Havertz competition warning as Arsenal striker prediction made before PSG
Mikel Merino's Arsenal resurgence can be likened to Kai Havertz's improvement in North London, but the pair should prepare to battle for minutes next season.
Apr 28, 15:00
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Arsenal vs. Crystal Palace: "Vibes" verdict delivered as PSG looms for Mikel Arteta
Arsenal's Premier League London derby with Crystal Palace on Wednesday night has "pre-season vibes" written all over it, expert Charles Watts claims.
Apr 23, 12:24
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