Arsenal have employed the Metropolitan Police who will be in charge of watching the training ground to prevent their players from being targeted by thieves who act as fans.
On April 20, 2023, the police approached two men taking pictures of the players at the London Colney site, which includes ten football pitches and indoor facilities in Hertfordshire.
The training center was built in 1999 with £10 million received from Nicolas Anelka's transfer to Real Madrid from the club.
The police claimed that there are concerns that people are photographing players’ cars and following them home.
There are fears that criminals could hide among fans trying to get autographs, then make off with the player's fancy cars and wristwatches.
A fan claimed he saw an officer wearing an Arsenal lanyard.
The officer told the fan that he is based in London's Colney. The undisclosed officer asked the fans for his identity.
A Met spokesman said, "Each London club has a dedicated football officer who acts as a liaison between police, fans, and the club.
"These officers are responsible for dealing with any policing issues and crimes relating to the club.
"They will have regular visits to the club, including meetings at stadiums and training grounds, to discuss policing priorities in these areas."
"However, they are predominantly based in a police building in central London."
In 2021, former Arsenal defender Sead Kolasinac was seen trying to fend off criminals who were trying everything possible to attack the retired Mesut Ozil.
At the time of publishing this report, Arsenal were yet to make any comment about the security of their players.
Arsenal's current form
Arsenal won just two matches and drew two out of five players in the Premier League, with the only defeat coming against Manchester City by 4-1.
Arsenal's Position on the Table
The Gunners are currently in second place on the Premier League table with 81 points in 35 matches played.
Manchester City sit on top of the table with 82 points and 34 matches played.
The side still have hope of winning the league, but only if Manchester City drop points and they win the remaining matches.
Arsenal injury update
Mohamed Elneny is out due to a knee injury, and he is expected to miss the rest of the season.
Also, Takehiro Tomiyasu suffered a knee injury and is expected to return to on-field action on June 30, 2023.
Arsenal center-back William Saliba is out of the season due to a back injury, and there is no update on his return date yet.
Oleksandr Zinchenko, who was reported to be out of the season, was seen on Arsenal's training ground with the first team.
However, there are chances that he may not feature against Brighton.
Arsenal Honours
The London team has won 13 Premier League titles, 16 Community Shields, 14 FA Cups, two Carabao Cups, and one Emirates Cup.
On April 20, 2023, the police approached two men taking pictures of the players at the London Colney site, which includes ten football pitches and indoor facilities in Hertfordshire.
The training center was built in 1999 with £10 million received from Nicolas Anelka's transfer to Real Madrid from the club.
The police claimed that there are concerns that people are photographing players’ cars and following them home.
There are fears that criminals could hide among fans trying to get autographs, then make off with the player's fancy cars and wristwatches.
A fan claimed he saw an officer wearing an Arsenal lanyard.
The officer told the fan that he is based in London's Colney. The undisclosed officer asked the fans for his identity.
A Met spokesman said, "Each London club has a dedicated football officer who acts as a liaison between police, fans, and the club.
"These officers are responsible for dealing with any policing issues and crimes relating to the club.
"They will have regular visits to the club, including meetings at stadiums and training grounds, to discuss policing priorities in these areas."
"However, they are predominantly based in a police building in central London."
In 2021, former Arsenal defender Sead Kolasinac was seen trying to fend off criminals who were trying everything possible to attack the retired Mesut Ozil.
At the time of publishing this report, Arsenal were yet to make any comment about the security of their players.
Arsenal's current form
Arsenal won just two matches and drew two out of five players in the Premier League, with the only defeat coming against Manchester City by 4-1.
Arsenal's Position on the Table
The Gunners are currently in second place on the Premier League table with 81 points in 35 matches played.
Manchester City sit on top of the table with 82 points and 34 matches played.
The side still have hope of winning the league, but only if Manchester City drop points and they win the remaining matches.
Arsenal injury update
Mohamed Elneny is out due to a knee injury, and he is expected to miss the rest of the season.
Also, Takehiro Tomiyasu suffered a knee injury and is expected to return to on-field action on June 30, 2023.
Arsenal center-back William Saliba is out of the season due to a back injury, and there is no update on his return date yet.
Oleksandr Zinchenko, who was reported to be out of the season, was seen on Arsenal's training ground with the first team.
However, there are chances that he may not feature against Brighton.
Arsenal Honours
The London team has won 13 Premier League titles, 16 Community Shields, 14 FA Cups, two Carabao Cups, and one Emirates Cup.