Stoke defender Ryan Shawcross has revealed he has been unsuccessful in his efforts to speak with Aaron Ramsey following the clash between the pair which left the Arsenal midfielder with a double leg fracture.

West Ham United’s injury-plagued midfielder Kieron Dyer has reacted angrily to suggestions that he has been a colossal waste of money and should consider retirement.

Arsene Wenger fears the psychological impact of Aaron Ramsey’s broken leg, admitting that some players are never the same.

Arsenal boss also launches passionate defence of Theo Walcott

Burnley defender Leon Cort insists they will not be holding back on their tackles against Arsenal on Saturday.

Arsenal have resurrected their interest in Juventus midfielder Felipe Melo following the injury to Aaron Ramsey.

Glenn Whelan does not believe Stoke team-mate Ryan Shawcross deliberately set out to hurt Aaron Ramsey.

Ryan Shawcross will have to walk into Arsenal’s training ground on Monday less than 48 hours after his red card challenge left Aaron Ramsey with a broken leg.

Ryan Shawcross insists there was “absolutely no malice” in his challenge on Aaron Ramsey.

An horrific injury to Arsenal youngster Aaron Ramsey overshadowed a last-gasp win which hauled the Gunners’ firmly into the Barclays Premier League title race tonight.