Arsenal sign Ospina and Chambers + Emirates Cup

Our off-season business is well underway as we added our third and fourth signings of the summer: David Ospina and Calum Chambers respectively.

 The first came as no surprise with Arsenal being heavily linked with him following his display at the world cup. The departures of Mannone and Fabianski meant that the keeper position was weak with Damian Martinez being 2nd choice behind SZCZ. Ospina comes with a big reputation, casual fans probably won't know much about him but French football followers will know all about the shot stopper who was brought in Hugo Lloris' replacement. According to Wenger who uncharacteristically spoke about this transfer before it was officially announced stated that SZCZ will be no.1 but it will of course depend on performances. Either way I feel this is a good signing for us and keep an eye out for his potential debut at the Emirates Cup.

One that did come from left field however was the signing o Calum Chambers from Southampton. The 19 year old versatile player was bought for a fee that could rise to £16m with add-ons. The youngster is another product of Southampton's renowned youth academy. It was in odd signing in a way which many suspected cause signal the end of Jenkinson who has joined West Ham on loan. I'm not so convinced. Wenger spoke just yesterday about how Sanchez appealed due to his versatility and I believe that's why he bought Chambers who can play RB, CB and even CM so it'll be interesting to see where he's deployed.

In other news the Emirates Cup kicks off today and as per usual there will be a collection of players who will get game time. Unfortunately David Ospina won't be one of them and of course neither will the German contingent who will be out till potentially the first or second week of the season. However there could be a cameo performance for one Alexis Sanchez which no doubt will get the fans excited and there will also be chances for the likes of Joel Campbell to impress the boss or potentially the AC Milan scouts who many outlets report will be in attendance today.

I have doubt the team that plays today will differ probably totally from the one that plays tomorrow. But still it's a money spinner and we'll get to see (hopefully) part of the team that will take part this season. Anyway enjoy the football and the sun if you have any and I'll be back soon with more Arsenal guff. Till then