Mikel Arteta and Edu desperate for finalizing two Arsenal deals before transfer window ends in last 48 hours

Mikel Arteta and Edu are probably looking to do some business in the last 72 hours of the January transfer window. Arsenal have not signed any new players this month. After significant outlays for Declan Rice, Jurrien Timber and Kai Havertz, the financial constraints are obvious. Last summer they amounted to just over £200 million.

Arteta’s team has been hit hard by injuries this season, especially in defense. This has led to a slump in form in late 2023 and early 2024. As a result, it was expected that the Gunners would look for reinforcements in this department. In particular through loan deals, should favorable opportunities arise.

Despite concerns about breaches of Financial Fair Play (FFP) rules, this month Arsenal were present in talks about high-profile names. Forwards such as Brentford’s Ivan Toney and Napoli star Victor Osimhen have been linked with a possible move to the Emirates Stadium. In addition, Martin Zubimendi has again been considered as a central midfielder for the Gunners.

ARSENAL LOOKING FOR KIERNAN DEWSBURY-HALL

Leicester’s Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall is the latest player to attract interest from north London, although his future is also being watched by other Premier League clubs such as Brighton, Brentford and Fulham. The January transfer window is coming to an end and football.london has taken a look at the latest transfer rumors involving Arsenal.

According to David Ornstein of The Athletic, Arsenal are interested in Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, although talks for his signature are said to be ongoing with Brighton this month. The Leicester midfielder has been instrumental in their rise to the top of the Championship table, contributing nine goals and nine assists in 31 games.

Fulham and Brentford, two other London clubs, have also shown interest in Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall. However, Brentford are expected to make a major transfer decision in the other direction.

Meanwhile, Arsenal, if they are lucky, may get the chance to successfully replace Thomas Partey.