Maitland-Niles has shown that he can perform consistently in the top flight this campaign, and so should have earned him a place in the squad for next term. Maitland-Niles has now featured just 12 times in the Premier League so far this term since joining Southampton on loan from Arsenal after facing Chelsea. convinced by what he heard from his fellow countryman. The 25-year-old has played as a right-back, centre-back and central midfielder already this season. Romano concluded that negotiations areongoing. The Englishman didnt really impress Mourinho or the Roma fans, and this saw him spend a large amount of his time on the bench. His switch also includes the option to become permanent. [40], During the summer of 2021, Maitland-Niles was linked with a move away from Arsenal, with Everton reportedly interested in signing him on loan. Ainsley Maitland-Niles and Isaac Hayden trained with the Arsenal first-team squad ahead of tomorrow's game against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Ralph Hasenhuttl started Maitland-Niles in just four of his six top-flight matches before the Saints sacked the Austrian in November. In other news, Club president admits signing Folarin Balogun from Arsenal is 'impossible'. Speaking to GiveMeSport, Brown claims that it is not impossible that Maitland-Niles returns to the Arsenal squad for next season, despite being sent out on loan multiple times: I think hes still got a chance. Hes never really wanted to leave Arsenal but has been kind of forced to go out and find game time a couple of times now. Ramsdale quickly usurped Bernd Leno and has since performed at an elite level between the sticks. Evin Brown August 20, 2021 at 12:21 . Maitland-Niles is currently on loan at Southampton until the end of the season. Maitland-Niles, 24, has made eight Premier League appearances for Arsenal this season, but has not featured for the Gunners since November. Arsenal let Maitland-Niles join Southampton on loan as he was not a part of Mikel Artetas plans. Centre-back Semi Ajayi also participated. The ex-West Brom loanee was vital in helping Saints earn a rare win and an ever-rarer clean sheet, acting as a colossus on the right-hand side of defence. But he is free to leave the Gunners on loan as Mikel Arteta has other players he can use on the right side of defence or in central midfield. [33] On 1 August 2020, Maitland-Niles was selected to start in the FA Cup Final against Chelsea, as Arsenal won their 14th FA Cup. Journalist Paul Brown claims that Southampton loanee Ainsley Maitland-Niles could become part of Arsenals plans for next season. Maitland-Niles has already played under three managers and played three different positions at St. Mary's. His versatility has always made him a useful asset, but may have been a detriment to his development as a youngster. [55], On 29 August 2020, Maitland-Niles was called up to the England senior squad by Gareth Southgate for the UEFA Nations League matches against Iceland and Denmark. Meanwhile, Ainsley Maitland-Niles was simultaneously starting for Southampton away to Chelsea. [7], Maitland-Niles is a product of Arsenal's academy having joined the club at the age of six. The 24-year-old is unlikely to stay at Arsenal as well as he hasn't managed. It was thought that Everton were interested in a move but ultimately a move fell through and the now 25-year-old was forced to stay in north London until January having featured on just 11 occasions. The Saints are also in talks with the player and his agent over personal terms. Arsenal's Ainsley Maitland-Niles has been linked with a move to Roma. That said, Edu and co could save millions by looking towards Maitland-Niles to fulfil that role in the future. However, the Englishman has been one of their most consistent performers, averaging more tackles (2.4) per game than any of his team-mates in the division. Southampton travelled to Stamford Bridge this weekend without a manager having sacked Nathan Jones on Sunday. Southampton's win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge last weekend has given them hope of a late dash for Premier League survival, but it'll mean nothing if they lose against Leeds United at Elland . Maitland-Niles has endured a tough season on loan at Southampton, where they are struggling at the bottom of the Premier League table, in stark contrast to Arsenal flying high at the top. On 29 December 2018, he scored his first goal for the club in a 51 Premier League defeat to Liverpool at Anfield. HITC Football - Paul Merson has praised Arsenal loanee Ainsley Maitland-Niles for an 'outstanding' display for Southampton at Chelsea. Ainsley Maitland-Niles is closing in on a January switch to Roma, and a report has revealed the role an ex-Chelsea star played in proceedings. . Havertz in the box, you think hes going to shoot. Once these are sorted, Southampton will get to work on organising a medical. His appearances came in central midfield and right-back, while earning his starts from right-midfield in a 2-1 loss at Fulham and at centre-half in a 2-1 loss to Wolves. A ball from Dani Ceballos into Maitland-Niles allows him to knock the ball back for. Maitland-Niles is among a number of Arsenal players who have been tipped to move away from The Emirates this summer anyway. [19] His second goal for the club came on 19 January 2016, in a 21 loss against Portsmouth in the third round replay of the FA Cup. Now, a report from Inside Futbol has shed light on why Maitland-Niles is Roma-bound. Sterling gets it on the right. [41] The potential move fell through however, and on 30 August 2021, Maitland-Niles publicly expressed his desire to leave the club via social media, stating that he wished to go where he was "wanted" and where he was going to play. Maitland-Niles has been doing OK during his loan spell at Southampton, but recently he has found himself on the bench. The Saints loanee has always lusted after playing in the centre of the park but ultimately, he hasnt been good enough for that role. And according to The Times, yesterday's omission from the squad at home against The Foxes should see the versatile Englishman seal a move away. Born in Ilford, Maitland-Niles was mostly raised by single mother, Jules. Ainsley Maitland-Niles will reportedly sign a new Arsenal contract before leaving on loan, with PremierLeague teams queuing up to sign him. On 22 September 2019, Maitland-Niles received a red card during the first half of Arsenal's 32 victory against Aston Villa at the Emirates Stadium. Ainsley Cory Maitland-Niles (born 29 August 1997) is an English professional footballer who plays as a central midfielder or full-back for Premier League club Southampton on loan from Arsenal. Already to go into a dressing room at Arsenal. However, Arteta may just give Maitland-Niles one more chance at Arsenal in the summer. Arsenal sent Maitland-Niles out on loan to. A lack of game time meant that he wanted a move away and he wanted it now, taking to Instragram to admit: All I wanna do is go where Im wanted and where Im gonna play.. Give us feedback on your Football FanCast experience, Leeds United fell to defeat last night, in, Tottenham Hotspur assistant Cristian Stellini must unleash Pape Matar Sarr, Insider ExWHUemployee has revealed that West Ham United are, Liverpool prodigy Ben Doak is making a name for himself. Maitland-Niles has already played under three managers and played three different positions at St. Marys. Arsenal loanee Albert Sambi Lokonga made his first start for Crystal Palace on Saturday, as they travelled away to Brentford. Though its looking increasingly likely Maitland-Niles will get his move away one window later than he hoped. [15], Maitland-Niles made his Ipswich Town debut, starting the whole game before being substituted in the 82nd minute, in a 22 draw against Brentford in the opening game of the season. . Ainsley Maitland-Niles has joined Southampton on a season-long loan. advanced talks to sign the central-midfielder, who can also operate at full-back. The five-cap England star moved to the coast last August. Whilst James Ward-Prowse broke the deadlock with a trademark free-kick, the visitors had the Arsenal loanee to thank for preserving the lead. . Thats according to Lyall Thomas (via Sky Sports), who claimed that the Midlands club are plotting a swoop for the 24-year-old when he returns from holiday. Maintland-Niles was given his debut by Mourinho at right-back who said that more signings would be coming in as he continued to lament his side's performance. Interim Saints boss Ruben Selles took charge of the St Marys outfits visit to the capital. The FA has condemned the . Sterling gets it on the right. The versatile player will arrive at Southampton to compete with Kyle Walker-Peters and Yan Valery for a spot at right-back. Considering how poor West Brom were last season, Ainsley came in at got 12 straight starts with a record of 3 wins, 5 draws, and 4 losses, which included results against top four sides Manchester United and Chelsea. Their transfer pursuit then came under threat from Newcastle. Brilliant play by Sterling, Merson told Sky Sports News (18/02, 16:28). Maitland-Niles current Arsenal contract expires in June 2023. He failed to impress, however, starting just six times in Serie A, while he didnt even make it off the bench in ten matches. document.getElementById('newsnowlogo_a').style.textDecoration='none'; [32] His sending off came after he received yellow cards in both the 11th and 41st minutes. The Gunners hero loved the Hale Enders efforts on Saturday. 4 Responses to It's 3421 to beat Chelsea with Saka and Maitland Niles as Wing-backs. He added that the goalkeepers ability and personality are traits he did not know he had. The latter is still with us, and he is the most mobile of the options, with Bellerin's head clearly elsewhere. His switch also includes the option to become permanent. [28], On 12 August 2018, in Unai Emery's first match as manager, Maitland-Niles started at left-back. Obiettivi, partite, assist, tiri e molti altri dati dell'intera carriera Maitland-Niles won a further nine ground duels and won 100% of his aerial battles while also succeeding with three of his four dribbles and completing his one and only cross. Maitland-Niles was Man of the Match as Arsenal beat Liverpool in the Community Shield last August ( Image: Arsenal FC via Getty Images) He played 32 times in total as the Gunners won the FA. Southampton XI to face #Chelsea: Bazunu, Maitland-Niles, Bella-Kotchap, Bednarek, Perraud, Lavia, Ward-Prowse, Elyounoussi, S. Armstrong, Kamaldeen, Onuachu #CHESOU I do think next season Arsenal are going to need a bigger squad and to call on more players than they have this year. [42], On 8 January 2022, Maitland-Niles joined Serie A club Roma on a loan deal until the end of the season. Liverpool transfer news, live! [52], On 1 September 2016, Maitland-Niles scored on his England U20 debut, in a 11 draw against Brazil U20. Meanwhile, Aston Villa want to keep Arsenal and Liverpool away from a player by offering him fresh terms, according to a report. On 12 June 2018, he signed a long-term contract at Arsenal. Arsenal 's Ainsley Maitland-Niles has joined AS Roma on loan for the rest of the season, the Italian club announced on Saturday. I went for Ramsdale because it was almost the biggest surprise to me when they brought him in, the pundit said. I think hes going to get a chance to be reintegrated.. The feeling at Roma is Mourinho will be able to help Maitland-Niles rediscover his best form, as has happened with Tammy Abraham, who joined in the summer from Chelsea and has scored 12 times in 25 games in . He started Arsenal's FA Cup final victory over Chelsea in 2020, winning. Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta urged Maitland-Niles to play more minutes at Southampton earlier in the season. Roma are working hard to complete the signing of Arsenal's Ainsley Maitland-Niles, amid emerging interest from Premier League clubs. He did feature in pre-season for the Islington outfit but it would not be a surprise if those were his last appearances in the famous red and white of Arsenal. "I never thought my personality was. Yes there are young players in there, but its still a huge club. Maitland-Niles is now back in north London with Arsenal. Nottingham Forest ended a 23-year Premier League exile when they defeated Huddersfield in the Championship play-off final in May, and it is an exciting time for everyone associated with the City Ground club. Full match replay - watch without score spoilers. Arsenal Football Club Photo by Jake Kirkman - CameraSport/Getty Images. In case you didn't know… In the last few days, Raheem Sterling has been making the headlines for the alleged racial abuse he faced during Manchester City's game against Chelsea on December 8. Meanwhile,Jamie Carragher has explained why he believes Aaron Ramsdale is the signing of the season. [25] Maitland-Niles again started at centre midfield against Southampton in an FA Cup fourth-round game in an eventual 50 win for Arsenal. His versatility has always made him a useful asset, but may have been a detriment to his development as a youngster. Its not impossible that he comes back and makes a fist of it. Lyanco on for Maitland-Niles. Maitland-Niles sent in one accurate cross, made six tackles (four won), two clearances and two blocks and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 1-0 win over Chelsea. Read the latest Arsenal news, transfer rumours and more! [56] He made his debut on 8 September coming on as a substitute against Denmark. Four days later, he made his Premier League debut, replacing Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain in added time in a 41 win against Newcastle United. The Gunners hero loved the Paul Merson issues verdict on Arsenal loanee Maitland-Niles vs Chelsea | Flipboard Flipboard Home Landscape version of the Flipboard logo Newsletters Search Sign up Log in Home He added that the goalkeepers ability and personality are traits he did not know he had. 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