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Mikel Arteta could sanction the departures of Gabriel Jesus, Leandro Trossard and other fringe players before the January transfer window closes to fund a late move in the market
Arsenal's manager Mikel Arteta
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has side top of the league on deadline day(Image: AP)
Everything you need to know about Arsenal's late January options as deadline day arrives
Arsenal currently possess one of the most comprehensive squads in Europe following the integration of elite summer acquisitions like Viktor Gyökeres and Martin Zubimendi. This wealth of world-class talent means Mikel Arteta now has two top-quality options for virtually every position, guaranteeing the side remains competitive across all four major competitions.
Despite their success on the pitch, the club's substantial spending in 2025 has created a requirement to move on peripheral players to remain compliant with financial sustainability regulations. Offloading players who are no longer crucial to the tactical framework will enable the Gunners to reinvest.
When seeking multiple options in every position, players capable of filling several gaps can prove invaluable. In that regard, Newcastle defender Tino Livramento could represent an ideal signing given his versatility across both full-back positions.
Livramento hails from Croydon originally and could be lured back down south. The former Chelsea academy product has just over two years remaining on his deal, though the Magpies would probably demand more than the £40million they paid Southampton for his signature in 2023, as we look at a few players who could be sold to fund this move.
Christian Nørgaard: The Dane arrived only last summer but has found it difficult to nail down a regular starting spot, frequently being deployed as emergency cover in the back line. Selling now enables the club to recoup their original outlay.
Gabriel Jesus: Whilst it may seem absurd given he's only just rediscovering his best form, offloading Jesus whilst his stock is high could prove the shrewd decision before he suffers any further injury problems. His standing as a proven winner means he still commands a premium transfer fee.
Leandro Trossard: Although he remains a dependable impact player, the 31-year-old winger is approaching an age where his resale value will start to plummet rapidly. Moving him on now would deliver a healthy financial boost.
Myles Lewis-Skelly: This highly-rated academy product is regrettably prevented from first-team opportunities by the outstanding form of established defenders like Riccardo Calafiori and Jurrien Timber. Offloading a homegrown talent represents "pure profit" for the club's financial records, although a loan move could make more sense for Arsenal to monitor the youngsters development.
Tommy Setford: The teenage goalkeeper currently sits as the third-choice option and has virtually no chance of competitive action behind David Raya and Kepa Arrizabalaga. He is surplus to the immediate requirements of the title push.