Stephan Lichtsteiner liked to make it look like he had plenty of time while on the ball for the likes of Juventus and Arsenal. And now the former defender is ensuring he keeps an eye on the clock having begun a six-month internship with a watchmaker. Lichtsteiner has hung up his boots with the former Switzerland captain joining up with Zurich firm Maurice de Mauriac. “I want to do somet...Full Story »

Arsenal could be without Alex Iwobi and Stephan Lichtsteiner for Wednesday’s Premier League visit of Bournemouth.The pair both came off injured in Sunday’s win over Southampton with Iwobi (ankle) and Lichtsteiner (back) being assessed ahead of the Cherries’ clash.Ainsley Maitland-Niles is available after illness as Danny Welbeck (ankle), Hector Bellerin and Rob Holding (both kn...Full Story »

Arsenal transfer target Stephen Lichtsteiner has revealed that the deal to take him to the Emirates Stadium is far from complete. The Swiss international has been a mainstay in the Juventus side over the last seven campaigns having chalked up more than 200 appearances in Serie A. It has been widely reported that he is on the verge of a move to join Unai Emery at Arsenal, but the player has i...Full Story »

Arsenal are in talks with Switzerland right-back Stephan Lichtsteiner over a contract, Sky Sports News understands. The 34-year-old is set to leave Juventus after seven years when his deal with the Serie A champions expires at the end of next month. New Gunners boss Unai Emery is understood to be a long-term admirer of the player, who could become his first signing since suceeding Arsene Wen...Full Story »

Arsenal are closing on a deal for Juventus free agent Stephan Lichtsteiner. The London Evening Standard says the 34-year-old right back, who has spent the last seven years at Juventus, is soon to be a free agent and able to talk to clubs outside Italy and sign a pre-contract agreement. Lichtsteiner visited Arsenal's London Colney training ground and although terms have not yet been agreed be...Full Story »