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Post by officergroyman on Sept 7, 2007 14:42:03 GMT -1
 Wenger joined Arsenal in 1996Wenger signs new deal at Arsenal Arsene Wenger has signed a contract extension with Arsenal that will keep him at the club until 2011. The Frenchman has extended his current deal, which took him to the end of this season, by a further three years. "My heart is tied to this football club so signing a new deal was always my intention," said the Arsenal boss. "It has deep-seated roots and a tremendous heritage. It is my aim to uphold these values and help create new history for future generations." Wenger's future was the subject of some doubt following the departure of former vice-chairman and his close ally David Dein in April and striker Thierry Henry in the summer. But Wenger added: "Arsenal is the club of my life. I have been entrusted with complete freedom to implement and execute my plans on what will make the team successful. "That means I have a responsibility to the fans to deliver silverware and also a responsibility to the players to help turn our potential into prizes." The new deal is thought to earn the 57-year-old Wenger £4m a year. Gunners chairman Peter Hill-Wood added: "It is wonderful news. With Arsene continuing to manage the team, I am sure we can look forward to more exciting football and success on the pitch. "He has a special ability to develop talented players and turn then into world class stars, a quality that is admired here at the club and indeed around the world." Wenger recently revealed he was excited about the current squad, that includes the four players he signed in the summer. "Since the beginning of the season something has been happening in this team," he said. "They fight for each other, they have a great togetherness and love for the game." Another indication that Wenger was set to pledge his future to the club was given by playmaker Cesc Fabregas. The Spaniard revealed in July that he would snub any approach by Real Madrid in order to continue playing under Wenger at the Emirates. "I am only 20 and all I have to do is enjoy my football and improve - and I want to do that with this team. I will try to win titles with Arsenal and give my all to Arsene Wenger. Wenger's side have made a good start to the season - lying second in the Premier League and having ensured their place in the Champions League group stage with victory over Sparta Prague. Many fancy the Gunners to finish in the top four and challenge in Europe, something that has become a habit for the club under the reign of Wenger. The Frenchman, brought over by Dein from Japanese side Grampus Eight in 1996, has guided Arsenal to three Premier League titles and four FA Cup triumphs. The team, who have never finished outside the top four in that time, came close to landing the Champions League title in 2006 but were beaten by Barcelona in the final. |
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Post by officergroyman on Sept 7, 2007 17:40:16 GMT -1
Martin Keown on Wenger By Martin Keown  Former Arsenal defender Arsene Wenger's decision to sign a new deal is great news with everyone associated with Arsenal. I have to say there was some uncertainty over his future when vice-chairman David Dein left the club earlier this year. Dein brought Wenger to north London and I'm sure the Frenchman would have questioned the club over the former vice-chairman's departure. But now that he's committed he can continue to develop this young, capable team. He was great to be around when I was a player - he's calm, considered and very intelligent. Wenger treats all the players like adults, he always gets a good response from them and I don't think he actually fallen out with anybody who has been under his wings. He has also been very shrewd with his signings during the 11 years he's been at Arsenal, having unearthed quite a few gems, without spending a lot of money. This summer, he signed four players but maybe it would have been more had he agreed on a new deal earlier - but now he can go ahead with his plans. Wenger has four more years and I think they will be his best years. He has more experience now, the team are playing at a new improved venue and there has been talk of new investment. Arsenal is his baby. The club has transformed into something completely different to what it was before he came. Wenger's challenge will now be to make the Gunners bigger than Real Madrid and Manchester United - and he has given himself every chance. Martin Keown was speaking on BBC Radio 5live
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Post by Travis on Sept 7, 2007 21:22:10 GMT -1
Great news for you OG!.....and English football.  ...bad news for England, mind!  |
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Post by GresleyRam©®™ on Sept 7, 2007 21:57:18 GMT -1
Martin Keown on Wenger By Martin Keown MONKEY LOOKALIKE!! "HE'S GOT A MONKEYS HEAD...ON HIS NECK" ;D ;D |
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Post by Travis on Sept 7, 2007 22:03:57 GMT -1
Martin Keown on Wenger By Martin Keown MONKEY LOOKALIKE!! "HE'S GOT A MONKEYS HEAD...ON HIS NECK" ;D ;D Davies for England?   I thought he had more of a turkey-esque quality, btw! |
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Post by GresleyRam©®™ on Sept 7, 2007 22:04:59 GMT -1
David Davies??  |
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Post by GresleyRam©®™ on Sept 7, 2007 22:05:52 GMT -1
Turkey-esque?? are you mad?? he's the closest living relation to neanderthal man is Martin Keown!! |
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Post by Travis on Sept 7, 2007 22:07:55 GMT -1
David Davies?? Dickie, of course!!  |
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Post by GresleyRam©®™ on Sept 7, 2007 22:10:07 GMT -1
David Davies?? Dickie, of course!! aaaaahh...the badger!! saturday afternoon sport on ITV - was classic tv! ;D |
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Post by Travis on Sept 7, 2007 22:10:19 GMT -1
Turkey-esque?? are you mad?? he's the closest living relation to neanderthal man is Martin Keown!! Do you not remember Terry Hurlock? |
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Post by Travis on Sept 7, 2007 22:11:21 GMT -1
Dickie, of course!! aaaaahh...the badger!! saturday afternoon sport on ITV - was classic tv! ;D Wrestling and the vidiprinter....oh for the days before live match commentaries!! ;D |
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Post by GresleyRam©®™ on Sept 7, 2007 22:17:42 GMT -1
Turkey-esque?? are you mad?? he's the closest living relation to neanderthal man is Martin Keown!! Do you not remember Terry Hurlock? Keown had more 'caveman' about him than Hurlock!! |
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Post by GresleyRam©®™ on Sept 7, 2007 22:21:39 GMT -1
 SEE!!!! Martin Keown!! ;D ;D ;D |
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Post by Travis on Sept 7, 2007 22:26:51 GMT -1
SEE!!!! Martin Keown!! ;D ;D ;D LMAO!!! ;D End of argument!!! Or is it?.......  That said, I've a mate who'd shag worse!! ;D |
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Post by GresleyRam©®™ on Sept 7, 2007 22:35:23 GMT -1
I win...definately!! Hurlock was just a long haired thug - he wouldnt have cut it in Caveman times!! |
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Post by Travis on Sept 7, 2007 22:41:44 GMT -1
I win...definately!! Hurlock was just a long haired thug - he wouldnt have cut it in Caveman times!! Maybe so.....but the Teen Angels were a bunch of hotties!! |
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Post by GresleyRam©®™ on Sept 7, 2007 22:44:18 GMT -1
No argument from me!! |
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Post by officergroyman on Oct 7, 2007 14:24:00 GMT -1
No argument from me!! me either Teen Angels are hot!!!  |
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