Mikel Arteta says Arsenal must be 'open' to making new signings in January following injuries within his squad
Ayyoub Bouaddi has attracted the interest of Arsenal(Image: Getty Images)
Everything you need to know about the latest transfer rumours involving Arsenal, with the January window set to open in the New Year...
Ayyoub Bouaddi (Lille): The 18-year-old French prodigy has emerged as a top midfield target to provide technical depth behind Martin Odegaard. Arsenal are reportedly 'ready' to submit a £39million bid to beat out competition from Chelsea and Real Madrid.
Nico Williams (Athletic Bilbao): The Gunners have reportedly reignited their interest in the Spanish winger. But Williams' release clause doubled in the summer convincing him to leave mid-campaign remains a huge hurdle.
Kenan Yildiz (Juventus): Arsenal are reportedly 'determined' to beat Chelsea to the signature of the versatile Turkish forward. He is seen as the perfect 'flexible' attacker who can cover multiple positions across the front line during the current injury crisis.
Nathaniel Brown (Eintracht Frankfurt): Defensive depth has become a priority following injuries this season to Gabriel Magalhaes and Riccardo Calafiori. The young German fullback is being scouted as a versatile option who could allow academy star Myles Lewis-Skelly to head out on loan.
Arteta's admissionof need: Arteta recently admitted that the club 'needs some help' and must be 'open' to signings. He specifically cited the losses of Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz at points through the season as reasons the club is 'actively looking' for reinforcements.
The discipline factor: While acknowledging his disappointment if they fail to land a target, Arteta stressed that they will only sign 'certain kinds of players.' He insisted the club must remain disciplined to ensure any arrival significantly impacts the starting XI.
Focus on versatility: The manager has emphasised that the current squad will need to be 'very flexible' in the front line. He has challenged those fit and available - like Gabriel Jesus and Ethan Nwaneri - to 'roll their sleeves up' while the recruitment team works in the background.
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