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Here is the latest Arsenal transfer rumours that have hit the headlines today, as it has now been claimed that the Gunners have submitted an opening bid worth €60m (£52m) for Real Madrid forward Rodrygo.
According to recent reporting, the 24-year-old has taken the significant step of preparing a definitive departure from Real Madrid, engaging in discussions to appoint a new super-agent to help manage and accelerate a move away from Spain.
Sources claim Rodrygo and his camp believe this fresh representation will be crucial to unlocking a transfer next summer — or potentially even during the ongoing January window.
A Change of Heart at Real Madrid
Rodrygo’s situation at Real Madrid has been under intense scrutiny for months. The Brazilian’s role under coach Xabi Alonso has been inconsistent, with limited starts and reduced influence in key fixtures — particularly following the emergence of other attacking options and tactical shifts that have squeezed his minutes.
This diminished role has reportedly caused frustration for the forward, who is keen to play regularly to maintain a spot in Brazil’s national setup — especially with the 2026 World Cup looming. Choosing to move on could offer Rodrygo the platform he believes he needs to reignite his career at a club where he would feature as a definitive first-team star.
ARSENAL are said to view Rodrygo as an upgrade on Gabriel Martinelli. with Spanish publication Fichajes claiming an offer has now been made. Arsenal are facing competition from Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal.
Real Madrid are yet to respond to the bids, but are believed to value the Brazil international closer to €100m (£87m).
What This Means for January and Beyond
At present, a January move for Rodrygo — particularly for a player of his calibre — remains complex but far from impossible. Real Madrid may hold firm on their valuation or opt to accept bids only in the summer, but the player’s clear intent to seek a new challenge adds significant weight to the rumour.
For ARSENAL, landing a player of Rodrygo’s quality would represent a statement signing and a signal of intent in the transfer market — but if Real Madrid stand firm, the move might be one that unfolds later in 2026 rather than in the immediate window.
ARSENAL AGREE TIMBER DEAL
Arsenal are reportedly on the verge of reaching an agreement with Jurrien Timber over a bumper new contractamid all the speculation and rumours that he was a player that Liverpool were pretty much interested in signing.
Timber has established himself as a key part of Mikel Arteta’s fragile defence, playing at both right-back and centre-back, to help the *ARSENAL*‘ cement themselves as Premier League title favourites.
Liverpool, the reigning champions, meanwhile have struggled for consistency all season, especially at the back having already shipped 26 goals in 18 games. Captain Virgil van Dijk appears a shadow of his former self, while Trent Alexander-Arnold’s exit continues to be keenly felt.
That has led to all sorts of speculation and rumours in the media which have claimed that Liverpool will once again delve into that transfer kitty and add some more players to the side, with a defender and attacker possibly on the agenda for boss Arne Slot
The Netherlands international has two-and-a-half years remaining on his current deal at the Emirates Stadium and Mikel Arteta’s side have been locked in extension talks for several weeks as they look to finalise fresh terms with the ex-Ajax star.
That is according to TEAMtalk" href="https://www.teamtalk.com/arsenal/new-jurrien-timber-contract-at-gunners" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TEAMtalk, who claim that Timber is set to be handed a lucrative new deal by the Arsenal hierarchy.
A full agreement is almost finalised and an announcement is expected to take place shortly, with the 24-year-old on the verge of becoming the latest ARSENAL star to pen fresh terms at the club.
IcFootballnews Says…
Since Timber come to the Premier League just a few seasons ago, he has been a player that Mikel Arteta has been able to rely on ad signing him up to a new contract means that he should be around for a few more seasons.
But it also means that if clubs do want Timber, they will now have to pay alot more money.
MARC GUEHI BOOST GIVEN
Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner says he “does not know what will happen” with captain Marc Guehi’s future this month, amid speculation that ARSENAL, Liverpool and Manchester City are all keen on the defender
Guehi has established himself as one of the most highly regarded and sought-after defenders in Premier League football since leaving boyhood side Chelsea for Palace in 2021.
A series of strong performances at Euro 2024 only enhanced Guehi’s reputation and the likes of Manchester United, ARSENAL, Chelsea, Newcastle and Liverpool were all credited with an interest following those performances for his country a few seasons ago.
Palace have managed to fend off their Premier League rivals to keep hold of Guehi and handed the centre-half the captain’s armband ahead of the 2024/25 campaign, but now Sky Sports News understands Palace are expected to consider offers below last summer’s asking price in January after he almost signed for Liverpool on Deadline Day for £35m in the summer.
Glasner confirmed Guehi will play at home against Aston Villa on Wednesday, live on Sky Sports, but is unsure of his long-term future – The Austrian said: “I don’t know what will happen. It’s just the 6th [of January].
“Honestly, I don’t know. Injuries can happen, you never know.
“But I know Marc will play tomorrow. I expect it. He trained. But I don’t know what will happen.”
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