Arsenal on Tuesday completed the signing of NicolasPepe from Lille, Gianluca Di Marzio reports. We reported that Pepe will fly in for his medical checks with Arsenal today, after both clubs agreed on a £72million deal.
Arsenal head coach, Mikel Arteta, has told NicolasPepe to work harder, so he can feature more in his plans. Pepe came on for the last 10 minutes of the Gunners' 1-1 draw at Bournemouth on Boxing Day.
Arsenal interim manager, Freddie Ljungberg, has insisted NicolasPepe is suffering from a crisis of confidence and said he plans to sit down with the winger to discuss his struggles.
Arsenal have confirmed the club-record signing of NicolasPepe from Lille, with the Ivory Coast international signing a five-year contract at the Emirates.
Arsenal have confirmed the signing of NicolasPepe from Lille. The 24-year-old Ivory Coast international completed the paperwork on his move on Thursday. He will wear the No.19 shirt.
NicolasPepe has been warned that his place in the Arsenal team is at risk by Willian's arrival. Former Gunners forward, Alan Smith, told Sky Sports that Pepe needs to "kick on" if he's going to "survive".
Arsenal winger, NicolasPepe, is facing a fight for his future at the club. The UK Times reports that manager, Mikel Arteta will meet the £72million signing from Lille on Tuesday.
Arsenal winger, NicolasPepe, has apologised to his team-mates and fans after "letting them down", following his red card against Leeds on Sunday. Pepe was sent off after headbutting Ezgjan Alioski in the 51st minute.
Arsenal winger, NicolasPepe, has said the squad is to blame for their poor form. The Gunners were beaten 3-0 by Manchester City on Sunday. It means they have now won once in their last 12 matches - a 3-1 victory at West Ham on Monday.