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#PL Stories- #AinsleyMaitland-Niles relishing West Brom loan spell #WBAFC

February 6, 2021
Versatile Arsenal ace Ainsley Maitland-Niles has admitted that the opportunity to play regularly in the Premier League is all he has "ever wanted" after sealing a move to West Bromwich Albion earlier this week. After being linked with the likes of Leicester City and Southampton in the build-up to transfer deadline day, West Brom won the race for the England international, who can operate at either right-back or in central-midfield, signing him on loan for the rest of the season. Despite leaving Arsenal in the hunt for more regular first-team football, Maitland-Niles had been heavily involved in Mikel Arteta's plans this term, featuring 21 times in all competitions. Of those 21 appearances, however, only five of them were Premier League starts. Video Loading Video Unavailable Click to play Tap to play The video will auto-play soon8Cancel And it is starts in the Premier League on a regular basis that Maitland-Niles is keen to experience, with West Brom poised to offer him that in their fight against an immediate return to the Championship. "It’s fantastic to have the opportunity to play regularly in the Premier League. It’s all I’ve ever wanted, to show the world how good I am," Maitland-Niles told West Brom’s official club website. "I want to say a huge thank you to all the West Bromwich Albion fans. They’ve sent me lots of messages on social media. I’m proud to be a member of the club and I want to kick on from here. "Their messages give me the energy and the drive to keep on going every single day. Read More Related Articles Read More Related Articles "We’re in a tough situation at the moment. I wanted to be a part of the fight. I wanted to grit my teeth and get down and dirty and see I come out of it. I want to come out on top of it and I want the club to come out on top of it. "Hopefully I’m a player who can help this club survive in the Premier League." If the Baggies are to avoid relegation heartache come May then they are going to have to go on a formidable run of form between now and the end of the campaign. Currently, Sam Allardyce's side, who have won just two of their 22 Premier League outings this term, are 19th in the table, ten points adrift of safety. Although the gap is in double figures, Maitland-Niles, who could make his debut for his new club against Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday lunchtime, is refusing to give up on the club's survival bid. Sign up to our Arsenal newsletter for the latest transfer news By signing up for our Arsenal newsletter, you will receive a once-daily email, focused around goings-on at Emirates Stadium. You won't miss a thing when it comes to the Gunners - you'll get all you need to know directly into your inbox. We'll also send out special newsletters with any big breaking news too. And with the January transfer window now open there's plenty of content to get your teeth into. How do you sign up? It's easy and only takes seconds. Simply type your email address into the box at the top of this article - or any article on the Arsenal section of football.london in fact - labelled 'Get the biggest daily stories by email' and click 'Subscribe'. And that's it, you're all set. If you decide later that you no longer wish to receive the emails, simply follow the unsubscribe link in one of the newsletters - but we don't think you'll want to. For more details, click here. "There’s always an opportunity," he continued. "It’s about having the right structure and the right players around you. Sam [Allardyce] has done that when you look at the last four days of the transfer window. "The biggest achievement for me this season here at West Bromwich Albion would be the club staying up. Anything more than that and I would be chuffed. "I’ve met everyone now. Everyone is very welcoming. "It’s no-nonsense in training. Get in and get down and dirty straight away. I can’t wait to get going."
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#PL Stories- #MikelArteta hints that #AinsleyMaitlandNiles has a future at Arsenal #ArsenalFC

February 2, 2021
Mikel Arteta has suggested that Ainsley Maitland-Niles could still have a future at Arsenal. The 23-year-old confirmed his loan move from the Gunners to West Brom for the remainder of the season with minutes remaining of transfer deadline day. The reason for the move is his joint dissatisfaction at a lack of playing time and at being played almost anywhere except his preferred position. But speaking after the signing was confirmed Arteta hinted that the youngster could still have a part to play going forward at the Emirates if the move goes well. Video Loading Video Unavailable Click to play Tap to play The video will auto-play soon8Cancel "Ainsley is a very talented player and we are proud of his hard work and development with us," he told Arsenal.com. "This decision to go on loan to West Bromwich Albion for the rest of this season is to support Ainsley and his growth further. "He will be working at a very good club in the Premier League and we all wish him the best of luck during his time at the Hawthorns.” The fact that he's being made with a view to supporting his growth would seem to suggest that Arteta wants the player to come back and be part of his squad at Arsenal next season. Read More Related Articles Read More Related Articles Maitland-Niles came close to joining Wolves permanently last summer but was convinced to stay by the Gunners boss who looks like he still wants him around. Technical director Edu echoed Arteta's sentiments suggesting that there is still scope for Maitland-Niles to make it as a regular first teamer at the Emirates. The Brazilian also highlighted how important the England international's desire for game time with a view to the upcoming Euros had been in influencing the decision. Sign up to our Arsenal newsletter for the latest transfer news By signing up for our Arsenal newsletter, you will receive a once-daily email, focused around goings-on at Emirates Stadium. You won't miss a thing when it comes to the Gunners - you'll get all you need to know directly into your inbox. We'll also send out special newsletters with any big breaking news too. And with the January transfer window now open there's plenty of content to get your teeth into. How do you sign up? It's easy and only takes seconds. Simply type your email address into the box at the top of this article - or any article on the Arsenal section of football.london in fact - labelled 'Get the biggest daily stories by email' and click 'Subscribe'. And that's it, you're all set. If you decide later that you no longer wish to receive the emails, simply follow the unsubscribe link in one of the newsletters - but we don't think you'll want to. For more details, click here. “We wish Ainsley the best of luck for his time with West Bromwich Albion," he said. "He deserves the opportunity to play consistently, which is what he needs for his club and international career ambitions and we fully support him with that.” For all the latest news as it happens around Arsenal on deadline day follow our live blog here.
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#PLStories – #AinsleyMaitlandNiles shares reason for staying and fighting for place at Arsenal #ArsenalFC

October 23, 2020
Arsenal star Ainsley Maitland-Niles has been discussing his decision to stay at Arsenal. The England international was linked with a move away from the Emirates Stadium before the transfer window shut earlier this month with Wolverhampton Wanderers and Premier League rivals Manchester United both linked. Brighton and Hove Albion have also been credited with an interest in the 23 year-old, who has made two starts in the Premier League so far this season. Maitland-Niles has revealed how talks with Arteta convinced him to remain in North London beyond the ending of the transfer window. The 23 year-old was in and out of Arsenal's starting XI under Unai Emery and then Arteta last season but has began the season in fine form and handed an England debut for his hard work. Video Loading Video Unavailable Click to play Tap to play The video will auto-play soon8Cancel Maitland-Niles, who can play on the wing and in midfield, was linked with Wolves last month and Nuno Espirito Santo 's side reportedly bid around £15 million for the player as they looked to replace Matt Doherty who joined Tottenham Hotspur. In the end Wolves moved for Barcelona's Nelson Semedo. "There was a lot of speculation going around about that," he replied when asked if there was a chance he could have left. "But ultimately I chose to stay at the club, which I love. I am happy with my decision and I am sure the manager is happy that I stayed as well. Read More Related Articles Read More Related Articles "It is just about cracking on now and focusing on the games ahead. "I just had my head focused on football and just trying to play well, keep myself healthy. "When I get my time on the pitch I just do what the manager asks me to do. I wasn't really focused on any of the speculation going on." Maitland-Niles has made 106 career appearances in all competitions for Arsenal.
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#PremierLeagueStories – #AinsleyMaitlandNiles Opens up about the decision to stay at Arsenal amidst transfer speculation #AFC #ArsenalFC

October 22, 2020
Arsenal star Ainsley Maitland-Niles has been discussing his decision to stay at Arsenal. The England international was linked with a move away from the Emirates Stadium before the transfer window shut earlier this month with Wolverhampton Wanderers and Premier League rivals Manchester United both linked. Brighton and Hove Albion have also been credited with an interest in the 23 year-old, who has made two starts in the Premier League so far this season. Maitland-Niles has revealed how talks with Arteta convinced him to remain in North London beyond the ending of the transfer window. The 23 year-old was in and out of Arsenal's starting XI under Unai Emery and then Arteta last season but has began the season in fine form and handed an England debut for his hard work. Video Loading Video Unavailable Click to play Tap to play The video will auto-play soon8Cancel Maitland-Niles, who can play on the wing and in midfield, was linked with Wolves last month and Nuno Espirito Santo 's side reportedly bid around £15 million for the player as they looked to replace Matt Doherty who joined Tottenham Hotspur. In the end Wolves moved for Barcelona's Nelson Semedo. "There was a lot of speculation going around about that," he replied when asked if there was a chance he could have left. "But ultimately I chose to stay at the club, which I love. I am happy with my decision and I am sure the manager is happy that I stayed as well. Read More Related Articles Read More Related Articles "It is just about cracking on now and focusing on the games ahead. "I just had my head focused on football and just trying to play well, keep myself healthy. "When I get my time on the pitch I just do what the manager asks me to do. I wasn't really focused on any of the speculation going on." Maitland-Niles has made 106 career appearances in all competitions for Arsenal.