The January transfer window is almost halfway through and Arsenal are yet to see a new signing arrive.
Mikel Arteta has admitted that the Gunners are working hard to capitalize on any opportunities, with North London limited due to injuries at the moment. “My answer does not change,” said the Spaniard.
“We are actively looking to the market to improve the team. We have been that way from day one. It would be naive not to do that because there is always an opportunity to develop the team and improve the team. improve. Especially with the circumstances we have.”
The north London outfit appear to have made some progress in their bid to sign Martin Zubimendi, but he is unlikely to join before the summer. Mirror Football takes a look at the latest Emirates transfer news and rumours.
Arsenal blow
Ronald Araujo has delivered a blow to Arsenal as the Gunners prepared to make a bid for the Barcelona defender.
After ordering its agents to find an exit route from Camp Nou, Juventus has already seen a bid rejected by Barça. The Italians are said to be considering their options, with Arsenal making plans to join the race. However, Araujo has now been persuaded by sporting director Deco to stay with the Catalan team.
The Uruguay international's contract expires in 2026, but after missing much of this season due to a hamstring injury, he made just two appearances in the 2024/25 season. Mundo Deportivo reports that Araujo took a 'radical turn' after his performance in the Super Cup win over Real Madrid, with Deco making the breakthrough following talks on Tuesday.
Green light for loan
Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler has suggested he would be happy to see Evan Ferguson leave the club on loan to a Premier League rival this month, provided it is a move that can aid his development.
“We will negotiate what is important to him, what is important for his development, where he can best improve and then we will make the decision together,” Hurzeler said. “This decision has to be the best for the player and the club. For example, we sent (Facundo) Buonanotte to Leicester.
“We know that the Premier League is a very good competition to improve in because it is tough and intense, especially for young players. It is the perfect environment to adapt. Ultimately they want to play for Brighton and we want them to play.” So it is always very useful for Brighton if they improve in the environment of the competition where we also play.”
Arsenal have been linked with a move for Ferguson, but hopes of a loan deal are slim at the moment. The Gunners have already loaned out two Premier League players in Neto and Raheem Sterling and are no longer allowed.
Kieran Tierney last
Kieran Tierney to Celtic has been given 'deal on' status by transfer guru Fabrizio Romano. The Arsenal defender is in the final six months of his contract and is expected to leave for pastures new in the summer.
The Scotland international is allowed to talk to other clubs, with a return to the Bhoys currently most likely for next season. Having entered negotiations with Celtic earlier this month and almost reached a pre-contract agreement, Tierney now appears to have taken the next step.
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