Meanwhile, manager Mikel Arteta has hinted that Martin Odegaard could be the club’s next captain. Elsewhere, the Gunners face competition from Inter Milan for a Lille star.
On that note, here’s a look at the key Arsenal transfer stories as on 21st February 2022:
Mikel Arteta says Martin Odegaard could be next Arsenal captain
Mikel Arteta believes Martin Odegaard has all the qualities to become the next Arsenal captain. Alexander Lacazette is the current captain at the Emirates, but will likely leave the club on a free transfer at the end of the season.
Arteta is expected to have a decision on his hands in the summer, and Odegaard has emerged as a candidate. Speaking recently, the Spaniard heaped praise on Odegaard and said that he is going to get even better.
Arteta also said that everyone at the Emirates loves Odegaard.
Odegaard has bagged four goals and as many assists in 25 games across competitions this season. Seven of those goal contributions (four goals, three assists) have come in the Premier League.
Gunners face competition from Inter Milan for Jonathan David
Arsenal could face competition from Inter Milan for the signature of Lille forward Jonathan David, according to Just Arsenal via Todo Fichajes.
The Canadian striker has consistently been among the goals for the Ligue 1 team recently. He has already registered 16 goals in 31 games across competitions this season, forcing the Gunners to take notice.
The north London side are expected to invest in a new striker this summer. Arteta failed in his pursuit of Dusan Vlahovic, who joined Juventus, in January, and now has his sights on David. However, the 22-year-old is also wanted by the Nerazzurri, who are seeking a replacement for Lautaro Martinez.
David is not going to come cheap, though, with Lille likely to ask at least €50 million for his services.
Shay Given praises Emile Smith Rowe
Shay Given believes Emile Smith Rowe is a special player. The Englishman has been outstanding for Arsenal this season, stealing the show against Brentford. He opened the scoring against the Bees, and now has ten goals and two assists across competitions this season.
Speaking in a recent interview, Given praised Smith Rowe, and also said that the Gunners have a chance to finish in the top four.
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