Here is a roundup of the top Arsenal news, gossip and transfer speculation from icfootballnews featuring the likes of Leroy Sane, Callum Hudson-Odoi and Thomas Partey…
ARSENAL have confirmed they are in discussions with Thomas Partey over extending his contract, which runs out at the end of this month.
Partey’s current deal is due to expire in 2025 and discussions over a possible extension at the Emirates did not happen over the summer as many believed that he would get that move away from the Premier League giants.
The Ghana international was limited in his starts for the club last season because of injury, and there were mane reports that Arsenal were deciding whether to cash in on the player in the summer or risk losing him on a free transfer in just over a few weeks time.
But according to reports – after deciding to keep Partey at the club during the summer window, talks were opened over a new contract a few weeks ago and talks are still progressing before the opening of the January window.
He is expected to be offered a two-year contract extension, which would keep him at the Emirates until the age of 33. Mikel Arteta and his coaching staff are reportedly strong supporters of Partey and are eager to keep him as a key part of their squad as they continue to challenge for Premier League success.
Raheem Sterling and Neto will return leave Arsenal and to their parent clubs at the end of their loans.
Kieran Tierney, as expected, is on the departures list at Arsenal with his contract up at the end of the month.
IcFootballnews View…
When Partey is fit – he is a very solid addition to that squad – but he is never fit anymore and ARSENAL need to get rid.
It is a shock to see that Arsenal are in talks over a new deal, especially as they are reportedly closing in on a deal to sign Martin Zubimendi
ARSENAL TOLD SIGN HUDSON-ODOI
Joe Cole has urged ARSENAL to sign ex-Chelsea star Callum Hudson-Odoi, who has impressed over at Nottingham Forest and their quest to get back into Europe this season.
After a disappointing loan spell at Bayer Leverkusen in the 2022-23 season, Hudson-Odoi joined Nottingham Forest permanently from Chelsea in September 2023.
Cole said on The Dressing Room podcast: “I’ve been so happy for him. He had a really bad injury and it took him while to get back to where he is now.
“He feels like he can drive past players again. You know what my advice to him would be? There might be some big clubs sniffing around for him but he’s playing football and is happy and enjoying himself.
“There might be big clubs in stature like Arsenal or Man City having a look. But look at what you’ve got right now.
“There’s something special happening at Forest and when you’re playing and you’re happy it’s massive.”
Arsenal have been looking for a capable deputy to Saka for many years before stumbling on Ethan Nwaneri, though his future may lay more centrally.
Hudson-Odoi is also able to play on either wing which would make him an ideal addition.
IcFootballnews says…
Arsenal were lacking at times on the wing as they continued to pick up injuries, Hudson-Odoi has the ability to play in a number of positions that would suit the way Mikel Arteta plays.
However – He is finally a regular Premier League player and making the move to the Emirates would be a step back, he would be a bench warmer that plays when he is needed.
ARSENAL would be a move that doesnt suit Hudson-Odoi at this stage of his career, it would not be a good move for the man.
ARSENAL IN LEROY SANE TALKS
There has been some stunning reports which have claimed ARSENAL have opened talks with Bayern Munich star Leroy Sane about a shock summer transfer move to the Emirates
Sane has developed into one of the best attackers in the Bundesliga over the past few seasons after making the decision to Leave Man City for the Bundesliga, but there has been alot of speculation regarding his immediate future.
The German has been in contract talks with Bayern for quite some time now, but has failed to agree a new deal with the club, meaning that Bayern chiefs are now ready to let Sane leave the club once his contract ends at the end of the month
The likes of Liverpool and ARSENAL have been linked with bringing him back to the Premier League, and According to transfer insider Christian Falk, the Gunners are talking to Sane’s agent Pini Zahavi over a potential deal.
The winger is tempted to move to London as his family reside there.
However, the 29-year-old wants a £192,000-per-week base salary, on top of £2.5 million in bonuses and a signing-on fee.
IcFootballnews says…
Leroy Sane has been world class for a few seasons, he has won countless trophies, but at this stage of his career, Arsenal would just be wasting their money on a player that no longer has that hunger to be playing at his very best.
There is a reason why Bayern Munich do not want to hand him a new contract, ARSENAL should take notice of that because that £192k-a-week wages could go to a player that will offer the club so much more.
He is a quality player, but at the end of the day guys, he is a player that would cost alot of money and probably not produce the goods that he could have a few seasons ago.
MORE ARSENAL NEWS AND GOSSIP –
Most Read: Mikel Arteta told £70M will get top target signed for Arsenal after metting!
Top Read: Brilliant £48M Arsenal target has opened talks to agree massive £8.4m per season deal
Must Check Out: Arsenal in talks to sign Sesko – but Gunners ready to sign £60M Prem star
LOVE ARSENAL? CLICK RIGHT HERE FOR ALL THE LATEST NEWS AND GOSSIP
Related
Discover more from
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.