Arsenal Gossip Archives: 01/2018

With contracts coming to an end, coupled with the poor performance by Arsenal fringe players in the FA Cup against Nottingham Forest, there could be a lot of players being sold in January.

Theo Walcott is reportedly keen on a loan move this month in order to increase his chances of getting picked for England’s World Cup squad over the summer.

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ll probably have already heard all about Alex Iwobi’s alleged partying ‘hours’ before Arsenal lost 4-2 to Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup, but what actually happened?

Arsenal want to sign Boca’s Cristian Pavon immediately, to replace Alexis Sanchez, rather than waiting for the summer as originally planned, according to reports in Argentina.

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is still Arsenal’s highest rated player on Whoscored this season, despite having left the club for Liverpool after playing three matches in August.

Arsenal are one of many clubs reportedly interested in Barcelona B winger Jose Arnaiz, and could make an approach for the youngster in the summer.

Mark Lawrenson says Liverpool should sign Alexis Sanchez to replace Philippe Coutinho, but such a deal would only undermine Arsenal’s status as a big club if Liverpool are favoured.

With Manchester City reportedly stepping up their pursuit of Jonny Evans, it looks as if they’re in the driver’s seat, but Arsenal can offer him something Pep Guardiola can’t.

AC Milan have reportedly turned down the chance to sign Theo Walcott this month, as Southampton close in on the England international.

Arsene Wenger claims no one has made contact with Arsenal over Alexis Sanchez, despite Manchester City reportedly being close to a move for the Chilean.

Manchester United are reportedly closing in on Paris Saint-Germain winger, Lucas Moura, but why didn’t Arsenal make a serious move for him?

Arsenal have been boosted by the news that Monaco could sell Thomas Lemar this month, with coach Leonardo Jardim refusing to rule out a move.

Manchester City are continuing to push for Alexis Sanchez’s signature in the January transfer window, after failing to land the Chilean in the summer.

Arsenal want to sign Lucas Vazquez from Real Madrid to replace Alexis Sanchez, according to reports in Spain.

Reports are coming out of Spain that Arsenal and Valencia have reached a deal over the transfer of Francis Coquelin who has a three-year deal on offer.

Arsenal remain keen on West Brom defender Jonny Evans and could offer £25m plus Mathieu Debuchy to sign him, but Albion manager Alan Pardew wants a quick deal.

Manchester City are keen to do a deal for Alexis Sanchez quickly, but won’t bow to Arsenal’s demands. The Gunners would be foolish to accept less money, and should play hard-ball.

Valencia are reportedly in ‘advanced’ talks with Arsenal over the transfer of Francis Coquelin, a player who was unexpectedly propelled into the headlines on Monday afternoon.

Stevenage manager Darren Sarll has heaped praise onto 18-year-old defender Ben Wilmot, who has been linked with Arsenal.

Schalke chairman Clemens Tonies wants Leon Goretzka to decide his future this month. There’s hope for Arsenal as no deal is agreed with any club.