Meanwhile, Arsenal have received a boost in their pursuit of a Leicester City midfielder. Elsewhere, Juventus want the Gunners to include Thomas Partey in a deal for Arthur Melo.
On that note, here’s a look at the key Arsenal transfer stories as on 17th January 2022.
Arsenal receive boost in pursuit of Youri Tielemans
Arsenal have received a boost in their pursuit of Youri Tielemans. Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers has said that the Belgian could leave the club this year. The Gunners are planning to replenish their midfield this year, and the 24-year-old is on their wish list.
Manager Mikel Arteta is looking for the ideal partner in midfield for Thomas Partey. Granit Xhaka is likely to leave this summer, while Mohamed Elneny is also on his way out of the Emirates. The London side are hoping to add Tielemans to their roster to address the situation. The latest comments from Rodgers regarded Tielemans should be a shot in the arm for Artera.
Speaking at his press conference, the Leicester City manager hinted that he is preparing for life without the 24-year-old.
Juventus want Thomas Partey in Arthur Melo deal
Juventus want Arsenal to include Thomas Partey in any offer for Arthur Melo, according to Sky Sports Italia. The Gunners are planning to take the Brazilian on loan for the rest of the season to address their midfield conundrum.
However, the Bianconeri have no intention of letting Arthur leave on a temporary deal. The Serie A giants want to offload him permanently, and want Arsenal to hand Partey in return. However, the Gunners do not intend to sell the Ivorian at any cost.
Gunners urged to sign Yves Bissouma
Arsenal legend Kevin Campbell has urged his former club to sign Yves Bissouma. The Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder has been linked with a move to the Gunners recently.
Speaking to Football Insider, Campbell pointed out that the north London side need two more midfielders.
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