Arsenal Gossip Archives: 10/2023

Mikel Arteta believes Jack Wilshere is doing a great job with the Arsenal academy, amid links with the head coach job at the Colorado Rapids.

Juventus are reportedly considering a January move for Arsenal’s Jorginho, subject to certain conditions, including low transfer fees.

Jose Antonio Reyes Junior, son of late Arsenal legend Jose Antonio Reyes, signs his first professional contract with Real Madrid, marking a new chapter in the Reyes family’s football legacy.

Arsenal’s Edu Gaspar shows interest in Brazilian talents André and Kauã Elias during his recent visits to Fluminense, signalling Arsenal’s ambition in the transfer market.

Gael Clichy, now assistant manager for France U21, was gracefully outmanoeuvred in a training session by young talent Mathys Tel.

Real Betis is facing a defensive crisis due to Marc Bartra’s injury and considers free agent Sokratis Papastathopoulos as an emergency option. However, Sokratis reportedly rejects Betis, holding out for a Bayern Munich offer.

Arsenal and Manchester City are reportedly showing keen interest in MLS rising star Noel Buck from New England Revolution, following an unsuccessful trial with Tottenham Hotspur.

Arsenal are more likely to target a centre-forward signing in the summer than in the January transfer window, according to David Ornstein.

Edu Gaspar spent time visiting Fluminense this weekend, amid reports of Arsenal’s interest in two of their players.

Mohamed Elneny cried when he learned Arsenal were offering him a new contract, shortly after his injury earlier this year.

Barcelona are reportedly interested in Arsenal players Jorginho and Kai Havertz for a potential move in the January transfer window. However, Arsenal appear to be in a strong position to retain both players.

Arsenal and Chelsea are in a transfer battle over RB Leipzig’s Dani Olmo. The midfielder, who has previously been on Arsenal’s radar, is reportedly open to leaving Germany. Arsenal had opted for Dani Ceballos over Olmo four years ago.

Arsenal are in pole position to sign 18-year-old Belgian midfielder Arthur Vermeeren from Royal Antwerp, ahead of Barcelona. The Premier League club could acquire the young talent for around £17m.

Arsenal eye Borussia Dortmund’s Jamie Bynoe-Gittens for a potential transfer, despite his recent contract extension. Mikel Arteta and club executives see ‘huge potential’ in the young winger.

Retired winger and former Chelsea man Eden Hazard could have joined Arsenal many years ago, if not for his agent.

Liverpool are set to join the race for Pedro Neto if and when the winger leaves Wolverhampton Wanderers, after recent links with Arsenal.

Rob Holding is yet to break into Crystal Palace’s Premier League side since his summer move, which could be costly for Arsenal.

Emile Smith Rowe may well be drawing admiration from Newcastle United, but David Ornstein has played down talk of any contact at this stage.

Arsenal want a winger as cover for Bukayo Saka in the January transfer window, but they’re likely to look at loan options this winter.

Jack Wilshere impressed in an interview to become the new head coach of the Colorado Rapids, but no decision has been made by the club yet.