Arsenal’s reported interest in Chelsea’s Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall raises eyebrows, particularly given their already crowded midfield options. The 26-year-old, struggling for game time under Enzo Maresca, could be available for £30 million in January, attracting interest from Premier League rivals Tottenham and Manchester United, as well as former club Leicester City.
A January transfer window move to Besiktas could signal the next chapter for Arsenal’s 32-year-old midfielder Jorginho. Reports suggest the Turkish club are keen to bring the Italian international onboard, taking advantage of his reduced role at the Emirates this season. For Jorginho, who has struggled for consistent game time, the Super Lig offers an appealing proposition with its less intense physical demands.
Premier League heavyweights Arsenal have reportedly set their sights on 19-year-old Brazilian defender Douglas Mendes.
According to a report by Football Transfers, Douglas Mendes is the subject of interest from Arsenal. The Gunners are in the market for a young centre-back heading into the summer transfer window. And sporting director Edu is looking to execute a Gabriel Martinelli-like deal to land the 19-year-old defensive sensation.
Having navigated their way to the last 16, Europe’s elite are now gearing up for the business end of the Champions League with some tantalizing ties waiting just around the corner. Some giants of European football remain in the hunt for the European cup but clearing a path to the last eight and keeping their dream of dethroning Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City alive is shaping up to be an extremely difficult challenge to overcome. Here’s an early look at what to expect from the Champions League last-16.
Arsenal are considering a January move for Manchester City’s Kalvin Phillips if they lose Jorginho, according to Fichajes.
Phillips, who joined the Citizens for £45 million from Leeds United 18 months ago, has struggled to secure regular playing time under Pep Guardiola.
The midfielder’s lack of opportunities could jeopardise his spot in the England squad for Euro 2024. Despite Rodri’s suspension, Guardiola opted for other midfield options like Matheus Nunes and Mateo Kovacic in a recent match.