Andrea Berta Rules Out Major January Signings
Sporting Director Andrea Berta has stated that there will be no significant signings in January, as the club is focused on ensuring long-term stability and balance within the squad, according to The Athletic.
The Gunners are prioritizing targets for the summer transfer window, believing their current squad depth is adequate for the second half of the season.
Berta aims to maintain squad harmony, and manager Mikel Arteta is content with his available options as Arsenal aims for the Premier League title.
Ethan Nwaneri to Stay at Arsenal
Ethan Nwaneri will remain at Arsenal for the entire season, despite interest from clubs in both the Premier League and Championship.
The 18-year-old midfielder is highly valued at the club and is considered essential to their future plans, according to Football.London.
Nwaneri has been training with the first team this season and is expected to continue his development alongside experienced players. The club envisions his path resembling that of Bukayo Saka’s rise through the academy.
Manchester City Leading in Pursuit of Marc Guehi
Manchester City is reportedly planning to make a move for Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi in January, while Arsenal and Liverpool are expected to wait until summer, according to The Athletic.
The centre-back has been a long-term target for Arsenal but is unlikely to transfer this month.
Guehi’s contract runs until 2026, but City is ready to test Palace’s resolve. Arsenal remains interested and plans to revisit Guehi’s situation in the summer as they look to strengthen their defense.
Arsenal Monitoring Lille’s Ayyoub Bouaddi
Arsenal is interested in Lille’s Ayyoub Bouaddi, an 18-year-old midfielder viewed as one of Ligue 1’s emerging talents.
The player is valued at around £43 million and has drawn attention from PSG, Chelsea, and Real Madrid.
According to RMC Sport, Arsenal scouts are following Bouaddi’s development and see him as a long-term investment for their midfield. Lille are not pressured to sell before the summer but could receive several offers when the window opens.
Oleksandr Zinchenko Loan Recall Discussed
Nottingham Forest is contemplating ending Oleksandr Zinchenko’s loan from Arsenal, where he has had limited playing time, according to BBC Sport.
The left-back has only made four Premier League appearances since joining Forest last summer. Although there is no formal recall clause in the loan agreement, Arsenal is open to discussions if Forest wishes to terminate the deal early.
Bringing Zinchenko back would provide Arteta with another defensive option for the rest of the season.
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