The winter transfer window is now a week old, and Arsenal have yet to make a significant move in the market this January to strengthen their squad for the second half of this season
06:46, 08 Jan 2026
Mikel Arteta reacts during an Arsenal match
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Mikel Arteta will be hoping Arsenal's winter transfer window to ramp up over the coming weeks(Image: Catherine Ivill - AMA, Getty Images)
The Premier League title race is heating up, and for Arsenal, the New Year presents an opportunity to clinch some silverware. Their first match of 2026 takes place at Emirates Stadium, where they'll welcome rivals Liverpool in a clash that could shape the league standings and the top four.
Mikel Arteta has successfully steered his side through some challenging times in the first half of the season. With injury woes easing, there is optimism that their good form can persist.
However, Liverpool won't be pushovers, despite their struggles this term. Dominik Szoboszlai was the game-changer in the last encounter between the two sides.
His sublime free-kick beat David Raya to secure all three points for the Reds. Despite a recent return to form, even without standout performances, Arne Slot will be aiming to give Arteta a headache.
In other news, Arsenal are scouring the transfer market for potential reinforcements during the January window. So, let's delve into the latest transfer gossip surrounding the Gunners this winter.
Arsenal transfer windfall
Arsenal could be set for a transfer boost this January, as Corriere dello Sport suggests that former player Nuno Tavares might be on his way out of Lazio. The 25-year-old is the subject of links with a possible departure, just a few months after making a permanent switch to the Italian outfit last summer.
Tavares, who joined Arsenal from Benfica as a promising prospect, spent four years at the Emirates but failed to impress Arteta. Following loan spells at Marseille and Nottingham Forest, and a year-long temporary stint in Rome with Lazio, the Italian club opted to make his move permanent.
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Nuno Tavares could land Arsenal a transfer windfall(Image: (Photo by Image Photo Agency/Getty Images))
Now, with Tavares potentially on his way out of Serie A, Arsenal could be set for a significant cash injection. Reports suggest that the Gunners included a 25% sell-on clause in his contract when he left last summer, which could bolster their transfer kitty.
Arsenal often face criticism for not securing substantial fees for outgoing transfers, with Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain's sale still holding the club record. However, after a summer spending spree totalling around £250m, any additional income could aid the club in balancing their books.
It remains uncertain how much Lazio would receive for Tavares if he were to leave, and whether it would have a significant impact on Arsenal's finances.
Arsenal reignite interest in Jeremy Jacquet
In their search for value in the summer transfer market, Arsenal focused on strengthening their defence, bringing in Cristhian Mosquera and Piero Hincapie. They also expressed interest in Rennes' young talent, Jeremy Jacquet, as a potential future asset.
A few months after initially expressing interest, TEAMtalk reveals that Arsenal remain in the race for the 20-year-old's signature. That potentially sets up a fierce battle with rivals Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United, and Real Madrid, all of whom are reportedly interested in the young star.
Jeremy Jacquet celebrates a Rennes victory
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Arsenal are among the clubs credited with an interest in Jeremy Jacquet(Image: (Photo by Jean Catuffe/Getty Images))
Jacquet has been a consistent presence for Rennes in Ligue 1 this season, with the right-footed centre-back making 16 league appearances to date. It is no wonder the club swiftly offered him a new contract in May 2025, which he promptly signed, extending his stay until 2029.
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However, as clubs vie for his signature, it appears increasingly challenging for the French side to retain their player. Given Arsenal's strong defensive line-up, it remains to be seen whether they can persuade the young talent that they are the right club for him over their competitors.