The Daily Star say that the big man didn't turn up for the Arsenal Xmas dinner as a protest at comments made by the chairman about his (alleged) pay demands. They even claim that fans were booing the man on Saturday. I for one didn't hear any of it, it was probably just people shouting his name as usual. This is one Star no wise men will be following this week (sorry about that !).

We say, you've just moved into a new house, you're looking forward to your family coming over (at last) for Xmas (and let's be clear about this, Xmas is a time for being with your family and the players get precious little time off). So we say: do what everyone should be allowed to do for Xmas mate. IE whatever you bloody well like.

Meanwhile Arsenal have countered with this article on AFCi in which Kanu talks about how happy he is at Arsenal. But it's noticeable that they don't mention the state of his contract. Please sign Kanu, let's get this out of the way.

Meanwhile, the Nigerian FA are apparently going to report Arsenal (and Chelsea) for their refusal to release players well in advance of the African Nations Cup. It begins on Jan 22nd, but they want the players (Kanu and Babayaro) in early January.