The next several days at the Emirates can be a hectic time for transfers.
Arsenal’s season may be defined by these three days, and not just on the pitch. Mikel Arteta’s team must defeat Manchester City on Sunday afternoon in order to maintain any chance of overtaking Premier League leaders Liverpool.
However, the club’s focus will shift to the transfer market and completing some tasks before Monday’s 11 p.m. deadline as soon as the final whistle blows at the Emirates. In light of Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Jesus’ injuries, Arteta urgently needs more attacking power, and the Gunners’ high-profile approach for Ollie Watkins was previously rejected.
Additionally, the Spaniard will be protected from the possibility of last-minute exits. One important player’s contract is set to expire this summer, raising concerns about his future.
However, what would happen if Arsenal’s transfer window ended in a nightmare? Express Sport tries to explain it.
Watkins’ second bid is unsuccessful.
On Tuesday, Arsenal executives surprised everyone—including Villa itself—by announcing a rumoured £45 million deal for Aston Villa star Watkins. Although the offer was flatly turned down, it at least showed that Arteta was determined to get a goal scorer.
The North London club would undoubtedly make a better offer if their pursuit was sincere. However, considering how important Watkins is to Villa and the Champions League knockout stages to anticipate, they are in a real race against time to complete a move of that size.
Arteta may have to consider forward loan possibilities if the Watkins deal doesn’t work out because players like Alexander Isak and Benjamin Sesko might not be available until at least the summer. Arsenal’s hopes of winning the title will probably be destroyed if they don’t strengthen their attacking ranks, and their transfer policy will be seriously questioned.
Tottenham acquires Tel, a Bayern star
For Arsenal supporters, nothing could be more frustrating than seeing Tottenham fail to sign a top striker during this transfer window. Mathys Tel, a 19-year-old forward for Bayern Munich who is predicted to be a future star of the game, is apparently in talks with Spurs.
Spurs are currently 23 points behind their rivals in the Premier League, in 15th place, and cannot guarantee Champions League play the following season. In addition to irritating fans, it will cast doubt on the club’s transfer policy to watch them bring in a clinical finisher while Arsenal struggles in that area.
Jorginho’s departure early
The midfielder Jorginho’s contract expires in the summer, and supporters are already prepared for his departure. However, ESPN reported earlier this month that the Italian international’s agent had discussed a trade with Palmeiras during this window, which might hasten that departure.
Other teams will probably be encouraged to try their luck late in the window as a result of that scenario. Losing the star would now be another major setback given the current circumstances at the Emirates, where Arteta needs squad players and Jorginho’s expertise to support guys like Ethan Nwaneri.