Arsenal

Arsenal win the Dubai Super Cup following a 2-1 victory and 4-3 penalty shootout success over Italian champions AC Milan at the Al Maktoum Stadium.

[Mohamed Elneny](/people/mohamed-elneny/) let fly from a good 35 yards in the 59th minute, and the ball struck the top of Odegaard's head as he tried to duck out of the way, but the Egyptian's effort flew just over the bar. [Arsenal](/football/arsenal/) have won the Dubai Super Cup following a 2-1 victory and 4-3 penalty shootout success over Italian champions [AC Milan](/football/ac-milan/) at the Al Maktoum Stadium. [Zlatan Ibrahimovic](/people/zlatan-ibrahimovic/) and ex-Gunner [Olivier Giroud](/people/olivier-giroud/), [Divock Origi](/people/divock-origi/) was chosen to lead the line, and the Belgian opened up space for a 20-yard shot in the 11th minute.

The January transfer window presents a chance for Arsenal to agree pre-contracts with overseas players in the final months of their contracts, including the ...

After never making an official move in the summer, Arsenal may be tempted to make a move for Asensio next month to secure a very impressive free transfer. An attractive feature of Lemar is his natural ability to take up a number of positions on the pitch. Lemar has played 57 games in the competition across his time with Atletico and AS Monaco. But here we are and the Spanish forward looks certain to end after nine years at the club. Since his move from Lyon, Depay has struggled to replicate the same form he showed in France and with PSV. But with his deal expiring in 2023, Depay could be a case of being patient to land his signature. The arrivals of Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha along with injuries have seen Depay pushed out of the starting XI and he could leave Spain in next month's window. Should talks go well, pre-contracts can be agreed ahead of a summer move at the end of the players' current deal. Rivals Tottenham have also been credited with interest but Antonio Conte looks set to miss out on the defender. Next month has been heavily discussed as a colossal opportunity for the club to bolster Arteta's squad to give them every chance of competing with Pep Guardiola's Manchester City. The 2022/23 season is temporarily on pause due to the Qatar World Cup but when domestic football resumes on Boxing Day, all eyes will be on Arsenal ahead of their first title race in six years. The January transfer window will be one of the most highly-anticipated at Arsenal in some years.

Martin Odegaard and Reiss Nelson got on the scoresheet as we clinched the Dubai Super Cup.

They won a free-kick near the byline and England defender Fikayo Tomori was left unmarked in front of goal to head home. Mohamed Elneny sent a long-range shot just over before Vieira was also just off target when set up by Nelson. But the initial shot was on target, and Nelson was certainly claiming it. After soaking up the pressure, we opened the scoring in fine style. But it was the Italian giants, currently sitting second in Serie A, who looked more dangerous in the early exchanges. Thomas Partey and Ben White were both named in the starting line-up for the first time after returning from the World Cup in Qatar, as our return to Premier League action on December 26 hovered into view.

Martin Odegaard and Reiss Nelson were on the scoresheet as Arsenal made it two wins from two during their mid-season training camp with a 2-1 victory over ...

That means Arsenal finished as tournament winners with an unassailable eight points from a possible eight. As is the way in the Dubai Super Cup, a penalty shootout followed the game - with the winners getting an extra point. Arsenal claimed a 2-1 win against AC Milan to win the Dubai Super Cup on Tuesday, as the Gunners followed up

Milkel Arteta has insisted Arsenal are active and looking at options for potential signings ahead of the upcoming January transfer window.

They [lost Gabriel Jesus to injury](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/arsenal-games-gabriel-jesus-miss-world-cup-injury-brazil/blt4f1ff3dfeedb5648) while he was away with Brazil at the World Cup, though, and are now light of options in attack with their star man having undergone surgery on his knee. WHAT HE SAID: Speaking in a press conference during Arsenal's mid-season tour, he admitted: "We are looking and we are very active looking at the possibilities. Arteta and his side were tremendous before the World Cup break and the Spanish coach was quizzed on plans to potentially bolster the squad in January.

The Gunners boss is set to face the press after his side's Dubai Super Cup win over AC Milan at the Al Maktoum Stadium.

We know the reasons he had to leave and it’s good to have him in good shape. If we can find the players that can strengthen the team we will try Mikel Arteta is set to face the press after yet another good performance in the Dubai Super Cup this time against AC Milan.

Arsenal made it two wins out of two in Dubai with a 2-1 victory over Italian champions AC Milan today and Mikel Arteta was seen talking to one of his ...

After it was declared that Palmeiras midfielder Danilo was no longer a target, it's likely that Bennacer will continue to be linked with a move back to north London. football.london understands that the centre of midfield has been made a priority by Arteta and Edu as they look to steer the club to their first league title since 2004. Former Chelsea defender Fikayo Tomori pulled a goal back in the second half before Arteta's side came out on top in the penalty shoot-out after the 90 minutes. [Arteta](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/arsenal-supporters-love-what-mikel-25726116) a chance to undergo a personal scouting mission on the midfielder and should the footage of the pair interacting with each other mean anything, Arsenal fans will be loving what they see. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has sparked excitement amongst supporters after being recorded talking to AC Milan midfielder and transfer target Ismael Bennacer. [Arsenal ](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/)on their way to being [crowned champions of the Dubai Super Cup](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/arsenal-milan-live-white-partey-25736240) and make it two wins from two in the Middle east.

NICK CALLOW IN DUBAI: White left England's World Cup camp early for personal reasons while Partey endured the disappointment of a surprise group stage exit ...

He is already training and willing to participate on the weekend. We know the reasons he had to leave the camp. Mikel Arteta welcomes back Ben White and Thomas Partey as the Arsenal duo return to action against AC Milan... It was really good to have those two back today playing some minutes.' The good thing we have is that everybody has been showing that they are desperate to get back as quick as possible. The Spanish coach said: 'We are very pleased to have Ben back.

Mykhaylo Mudryk has been donned as a smart signing for Arsenal as they eye a move for the Shakhtar Donetsk winger.The Gunners have been heavily linked.

He’s a player that Shakhtar want to get the most possible money from. “So they’re trying to bring in as much money as possible. It was remarkable that they [Shakhtar] got anywhere near qualifying for the last 16, it was a Herculean effort.” “He has got the pace, he has got the trickery, there’s a toughness to him, and he performed really well in the Champions League. [‘heart set’ on a move to Arsenal](https://talksport.com/football/1258279/mykhaylo-mudryk-youri-tielemans-arsenal-transfer-news/), who are the current Premier League leaders. The Gunners have been heavily linked with the Ukrainian in recent months over a potential move in January, with the player thought to be

The Gunners went into the World Cup break five points clear of Manchester City at the top of the Premier League and return to action against West Ham on ...

While Emile Smith Rowe had surgery on a long-term groin injury and has been out of action since September. "You know the reasons why he had to leave the (England) camp, and we are delighted to have him back and have him in really good shape." Gabriel Jesus underwent knee surgery last week after leaving the World Cup early and could be out for three months.

Mikel Arteta was spotted alongside a reported Arsenal transfer target and former teammate following the Gunners' Dubai Super Cup win over AC Milan.

[Speaking after the Dubai Super Cup match](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/arsenal-press-conference-live-mikel-25743064), Arteta was asked about the club’s plans for January and confirmed efforts are being made to strengthen. [Arsenal](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/) teammates, hence the friendly interaction. The Algerian international is valued at up to £21.4million by [CIES Football Observatory](https://football-observatory.com/-values-101355), with his current deal ending in 2024. Bennacer, meanwhile, left London for Italy in 2017, joining Empoli before catching the eye of AC Milan two years later. [Gabriel Jesus](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/arsenal-gabriel-jesus-injury-update-25742072) and the aforementioned Zinchenko two prime examples. The pair then shook hands and put their arms around each other before breaking into a conversation.

Mykhailo Mudryk could move to Arsenal in January and they have got in the fight to sign the Shakhtar Donetsk gem. Mikel Arteta wants to count on him soon ...

His price, however, is still to be determined and Shakhtar will not make it easy. The Brazilian international suffered a knee problem at the World Cup and required surgery. Gabriel Jesus' injury has changed the Gunners' plans at this stage of the season.

Reiss Nelson turned 23 on Saturday, and he celebrated his birthday with the second goal in our 2-1 Dubai Super Cup win over AC Milan.

We’ve been training really hard but the most important thing was the downtime with the players and integrating everyone in. You’ve still got to look forward to it, even the young boys loved it. Reiss however, is adding the strike to his own tally, and has let his captain know!

Arsenal transfer news: Gabriel Jesus' knee injury may prompt Arsenal to move into the market for a new centre forward given Folarin Balogun's form on-loan ...

I think by the time I go back I’ll be in a better place to compete than I was before I left." While many of the targets linked with Arsenal are wide players, some natural No. A straight swap for Eddie Nketiah seems to be the best option for Arsenal but there are certainly other alternatives, especially with the January transfer window on the horizon. "Before I moved, Mikel said he wanted me to develop as a man. While that seems to remain, Mikel Arteta and Edu may change their approach slightly to a versatile player that can play both out wide and up front. [Arsenal’s Beth Mead and Bukayo Saka chase down Mohamed Salah to become Fans' Footballer of 2022](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/saka-salah-mead-fans-footballer-25740028) [Real Madrid eye Arsenal £21m transfer in plan for Liverpool target Jude Bellingham](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/real-madrid-arsenal-liverpool-bellingham-25736235) [Arsenal star Ben White breaks silence on training return after England World Cup squad exit](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/ben-white-arsenal-england-training-25737070) [Why Arsenal and England hero Bukayo Saka should win 2022 Fans' Footballer of the Year award](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/bukayo-saka-arsenal-england-2022-25676422) [Arsenal news and transfers LIVE: Latest news, rumours and gossip from the Emirates Stadium](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-news-transfers-live-neves-25736933) Braces against both Leeds and Chelsea came for Nketiah and "But by moving abroad, I’m starting to learn what he meant. [Folarin Balogun](https://www.football.london/all-about/folarin-balogun), who is on a [season-long loan spell in France with Reims](https://www.football.london/all-about/arsenal-loanees), although football.london understands that the striker's contract with the Ligue 1 side does contain a recall clause that can be activated in January. [he has been backed by team-mate Granit Xhaka to fill the void left by Jesus](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/granit-xhaka-arsenal-edu-transfer-25700653). [understood that a wide player and central midfielder were the priority areas the club were exploring](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-january-transfer-danilo-tielemans-25494515). [Arsenal ](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/)are likely still weighing up all of their options following the [knee injury suffered by Gabriel Jesus that required surgery](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/breaking-gabriel-jesus-arsenal-injury-25689582).

Mikel Arteta again used the game to give important minutes to those players not involved in the World Cup ahead of Arsenal's first Premier League game back ...

[Thomas Partey](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/189972/Thomas-Partey) and defender [Ben White](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/241077/Ben-White) after their involvement at the World Cup ended early. [Eddie Nketiah](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/259486) again started up front with [Gabriel Jesus](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/217289/gabriel-jesus) [out for around three months](/soccer/arsenal-engarsenal/story/4826872/arsenal-gabriel-jesus-out-around-3-months-after-knee-surgery-sources) after picking up a knee injury while with Brazil. Odegaard then played an unintentional part in Arsenal doubling their lead shortly before half-time when [Reiss Nelson](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/227794/Reiss-Nelson)'s shot deflected in off the boot of the Norwegian, though official credit went to Nelson. [Chelsea](/soccer/team?id=363) centre back [Fikayo Tomori](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/236210/Fikayo-Tomori) in the 78th minute. [Martin Odegaard](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/203669/martin-odegaard) got the Premier League leaders off to a perfect start with an expertly placed left-footed free kick that found the back of the net after 21 minutes. [Arsenal](/soccer/team?id=359) maintained their winning form ahead of the return of the Premier League later this month, beating [AC Milan](/soccer/team?id=103) 2-1 in their second of two friendlies in Dubai on Tuesday.

After seeing his side beat AC Milan 2-1 to claim the Dubai Super Cup, Mikel Arteta headed to the post-match press conference to face the gathered media.

We are looking and we are active in the possibilities. It is about trying to get everybody with the same purpose and the same objective. We’ve been lucky because we’ve brought a lot of kids here, but what they have done is not only maintain the standards, but increase them, so I want to say thank you so much to them because they have been key in this camp to have a successful period in training and compete in the competition. The good thing we have is that everyone has been showing that they are desperate to get back, and they want to be ready as quickly as possible and it was great to have those two back today playing some minutes. We have to raise the standards. We have to put them in those scenarios so that we can develop our players.

Arsenal's owners could soon be fending off interest from their biggest takeover threat yet after India's richest man emerged as a potential buyer.

[Arsenal](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/) back on track after years of stagnation, a fresh takeover threat appears to be looming in the background. The Ambanis have also been linked with Liverpool after experts claimed that they were making a shift into football having previously targeted Cricket, bagging the rights to stream the IPL for $2.6billion (£2.1billion) back in June. You would have to say no right now. The Kroenke's made it absolutely clear that they had no interest nor plans to sell up, and that their project in north London was only just getting started. It was somewhat of a smart move by Spotify founder Daniel Ek, but one which turned out to be very short-lived. [Stan Kroenke’s](https://www.football.london/all-about/stan-kroenke) worth is $12.9billion (£10.4billion), that’s quite the difference, a $77.8billion (£63.2billion) gap in fact.

The Gunners have been rocked by Gabriel Jesus' long-term injury but the latest reports have revealed the next target which Mikel Arteta's side could target ...

[Gabriel Jesus](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/gabriel-jesus) in their side, proving that things might not be as bad as first feared. Since moving to France, Balogun has eight goals and two assists in 15 appearances. [Manchester United](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/manchester-united-fc) have joined the race for the 19-year-old. [Sky Sports Germany](https://tinyurl.com/2s4dsj46) have now revealed that United have made Gusto one of their top transfer targets as they seek a replacement for Aaron Wan-Bissaka, meaning Arsenal could be out of the running if they fail to act. [Ben White](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/benjamin-white) at right back this season. [Fabrizio Romano](https://tinyurl.com/yr9rc2jw) has now revealed that the Gunners will not be recalling Balogun back from his loan spell in the New Year, hinting that signing a new striker is even more likely as a result. [Arsenal](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/arsenal-fc) rounded-off their warm weather training camp in Dubai with a [2-1 victory over AC Milan](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/match-reports/arsenal-acmilan-white-odegaard-highlights-28723201) as they continued to step up preparations for the resumption of the [Premier League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/premier-league) season. Nonetheless, the latest reports have linked them with a former [Manchester City](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/manchester-city-fc) forward as a result of the latest injury to the Brazilian, while another decision has been made on the future of one of their own strikers. [Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/arsenal-transfers-torres-balogun-gusto-28724348#comments-section) [Arsenal](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/arsenal-fc) are interested in signing [Barcelona](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/fc-barcelona) forward and ex-Man City man Ferran Torres in January - just 12 months after he departed the Premier League. The 21-year-old has been linked with a return to the Emirates Stadium in January as a result of the long-term injury sustained to Jesus, despite sealing a season-long move in the summer. [BILD](https://sportbild.bild.de/fussball/premier-league/fussball/premier-league-holt-arsenal-diesen-lewandowski-kollegen-als-jesus-ersatz-82224304.sport.html) have reported that the Gunners want to sign the Spanish international, who has previously worked under Arteta when the pair were still at the Etihad Stadium.

Arsenal have been urged to consider Crystal Palace's Wilfried Zaha, Newcastle's Allan Saint-Maximin and Chelsea's Christian Pulisic as possible Gabriel ...

He disappeared on the pitch yesterday and I think he's a good player, he's doing a good job at Benfica but he's not my first option. Pulisic will fit perfectly with what Arteta wants, he loves playing one-touch football with good movement and he lives in London so it will be an easy switch." I love watching him smile on the pitch and he has fit perfectly with Arteta and Arsenal. Prior to Jesus' injury, it was understood that a central midfielder and winger would be the priority but that could be forced to change. Upon arriving back in England, the 25-year-old underwent surgery and is due to be sidelined for a number of months. Arsenal have been urged to consider Crystal Palace's Wilfried Zaha, Newcastle's Allan Saint-Maximin and Chelsea's Christian Pulisic as possible Gabriel Jesus replacements.

Arsenal have been linked with several attacking players in recent weeks, especially since Gabriel Jesus picked up an injury at the World Cup, ...

[The Gunners have been linked with the Ukraine star for some time](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/mykhaylo-mudryk-arsenal-transfer-priority-25488374), but they've never acted on that interest. Nevertheless, if he wants a second crack at the Premier League, Arsenal may be the perfect destination for him. Nevertheless, Torres is another option and if Guardiola's previous words are anything to go by, he'll be worth the investment. He is a good finisher, he is so young. [reports suggested earlier this week that Arsenal are prioritising the signing of Mykhaylo Mudryk](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-mykhaylo-mudryk-transfer-priority-25728248) this upcoming January. [Following the injury to Gabriel Jesus](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/gabriel-jesus-injury-update-arsenal-25692733), who picked up a knee injury with Brazil at the World Cup, Arsenal are currently somewhat light in the forward areas and football.london understands the Gunners are in the market for a winger in January.

According to his personal trainer, Andre Cunha, Gabriel Jesus' recovery process is well underway as Arsenal hope their star striker is back fit sooner ...

"Feeding your heart with the vision of the future, living in the present and celebrating the short term achievements is key. You can bet it will! The caption was placed over the top of an image showing Jesus' right knee in a hefty brace. Tough, difficult and uncomfortable, you can bet it is! [Oleksandr Zinchenko has been one of many Arsenal players to offer his support](https://www.football.london/west-ham-united-fc/news/arsenal-zinchenko-injury-west-ham-25740065), with the Ukrainian also out with a minor injury, although football.london understands that [Arsenal are confident that the former Man City defender should be fit in time for their return to Premier League football](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/arsenal-oleksandr-zinchenko-injury-dubai-25724017) against West Ham on Boxing Day. [Jesus posted a positive update](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/arsenal-gabriel-jesus-injury-update-25742072) on his [Instagram story](https://www.instagram.com/dejesusoficial/) on Tuesday, saying "the first week is gone."

SportsBrief.com News - Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard confronted AC Milan boss Stefano Pioli during a midseason friendly game between the two clubs at the ...

[Juventus](https://sportsbrief.com/football/juventus/) in the last friendly, before facing West Ham on Boxing Day. [Arsenal](https://sportsbrief.com/football/arsenal/) captain Martin Odegaard exchanged a few words with AC Milan's boss Stefano Pioli during a mid-season friendly game. [Martin Moses](https://sportsbrief.com/authors/martin-moses/)

Arsenal reportedly have no intention of recalling Folarin Balogun from his loan spell at Reims in January, despite the serious knee injury to Gabriel.

If we can find the players that can strengthen the team we will try," Arteta told the press. [Kylian Mbappe](/people/kylian-mbappe/), [Neymar](/people/neymar/), [Terem Moffi](/people/terem-moffi/), [Alexandre Lacazette](/people/alexandre-lacazette/) and [Jonathan David](/people/jonathan-david/) - have scored more in the 2022-23 Ligue 1 season, and there has been speculation that Arsenal could terminate his Reims stint early to cover for the injured Jesus. [Arsenal](/football/arsenal/) reportedly have no plans to recall [Folarin Balogun](/people/folarin-balogun/) from his [Reims](/football/reims/) loan spell in January as they prepare to cope with the absence of injured striker [Gabriel Jesus](/people/gabriel-jesus/).

An ex-Gunner has warned Arsenal off signing a striker target who "disappeared" when it mattered most, instead urging them to sign one of three Premier ...

He’s been linked with Newcastle and Man Utd (on loan) of late, but Petit reckons he’d be perfect – and easy to sign – for Arsenal. Allan Saint-Maximin continues to struggle with injury and would be a left-field move. However, now aged 30, he’d be a step away from the profile of player Edu has targeted. Benfica’s Ramos, 21, hit the headlines last week when notching a hat-trick for Portugal against Switzerland. Eddie Nketiah may be given a chance to shine. Gabriel Jesus had Arsenal hearts in mouths when substituted early during Brazil’s clash with Cameroon on December 2.

Arsenal are poised to reach for the chequebook when the January transfer window opens after losing attacking talisman Gabriel Jesus to a knee injury.

Speculative talk of a pre-agreement with Ndicka is not currently accurate. That ship has now sailed from the Gunners' perspective, having previously tried to land the Serbian hitman in January before his £62m move to Turin. Arsenal are accelerating their January transfer plans with newly-appointed sporting director Edu prepared to sanction the signing of a marquee forward should the right opportunity present itself following Gabriel Jesus' knee injury sustained at the World Cup in Qatar. He said following Arsenal's 2-1 Dubai Super Cup win over AC Milan: "We are looking and we are very active looking at the possibilities. Any individual player I will keep it to myself." Felix is believed to be angling for a move in January following the deterioration of his relationship with Diego Simeone at the Wanda Metropolitano.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta had a familiar answer to questions on the January transfer window and it could mean good news for the Gunners.

[Joao Felix](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/joao-felix-arsenal-chelsea-transfer-25725157), who looks set to leave the Metropolitano Stadium after reportedly becoming unhappy there. However, an injury to [Gabriel Jesus](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/gabriel-jesus-arsenal-injury-rehab-25746858) which could keep him out for up to three months has seen the need for extra firepower increase significantly. If the right player is there and we can do it, we will try”, Arteta said at the time. “We are looking and we are very active looking at the possibilities”, he said. [Speaking to the media following Arsenal’s win over AC Milan](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/every-word-mikel-arteta-said-25744842) in the Dubai Super Cup on Tuesday, Arteta was asked about plans for January and confirmed the club was actively looking to bolster his squad in what is a pivotal window for the Gunners. [Arsenal squad additions to be confirmed this week as Mikel Arteta targets active January window](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/mikel-arteta-arsenal-january-window-25746443) [Stan Kroenke faces new Arsenal takeover threat as world’s 10th richest person shows interest](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/stan-kroenke-new-arsenal-takeover-25739920) [Arsenal’s Beth Mead and Bukayo Saka chase down Mohamed Salah to become Fans' Footballer of 2022](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/saka-salah-mead-fans-footballer-25740028) [Why Arsenal and England hero Bukayo Saka should win 2022 Fans' Footballer of the Year award](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/bukayo-saka-arsenal-england-2022-25676422) [Arsenal news and transfers LIVE: Latest news, rumours and gossip from the Emirates Stadium](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-news-transfers-live-vlahovic-25746206)

Our Norwegian midfielder gives an insight into how things are going for her on and off the pitch.

Us Norwegians celebrate on December 24 but my family’s traditions probably still sound pretty familiar: we always watch Christmas movies on the day, go for a walk together and then in the evening, it’s time for a traditional Norwegian Christmas meal. Seeing my family again for the holidays will be so nice because I spend so much of the year travelling. The 5-1 win against them in the first leg was very good from our side, and although this is a completely different game, we shouldn’t disregard that amazing result. Not every team qualifies for the Champions League so it’s always a special competition to play in. It’s allowed me to mature as a player because I've developed my decision-making so much on the pitch. I play a different role for Arsenal than I do for my Norwegian national side, but I think the style here suits me better, as we try to play through opponents and generally have more possession. In the press, I would just run to the next player and follow the ball. It’s hard for anyone during those periods on the bench but then it's so nice to come out of the other side and play again. My coaches at Norway were very honest with me the whole time: they told me that I was in a good place and that I was at a good club. I just tried to do my best in training and work hard to develop every day. When I play a bit deeper, I focus more on my partnerships with our centre-backs. I’ve had to be flexible with my positioning as well this season, performing a few different roles across the midfield.

90min understands that one player Arsenal are keen to recruit in January is Leicester midfielder Youri Tielemans. The Belgian is out of contract in the summer ...

[understands](https://www.90min.com/posts/arsenal-determined-to-sign-midfield-target-in-2023) that one player Arsenal are keen to recruit in January is Leicester midfielder Youri Tielemans. "There are a few, and a few national teams as well," Arteta added, when asked whether players at the World Cup had caught his eye. "We are looking and we are active in the possibilities. [here](https://open.spotify.com/episode/2MxBJzNaal2blHdqTX00y8) to download or listen to the episode in full! [transfer](https://www.90min.com/categories/transfer) window and that he wants to strengthen the team. [Arsenal](https://www.90min.com/teams/arsenal)

Arsenal hope to be active during the January transfer window, according to Mikel Arteta. The Gunners are set to be without Gabriel Jesus for up to three ...

"There are a few [from the World Cup] for sure. A few national teams, what some of the national teams are doing is very interesting, and it shows where the game is and how the game is evolving." "We are looking, and we are very active looking at the possibilities," Arteta told reporters this week.

Check out the best images from a wintery London Colney as we geared up for Thursday's meeting with Lyon.

Copyright 2022 The Arsenal Football Club plc. Check out the best photos in our gallery below, and don't forget that tickets are still available for the meeting with the French side at Emirates Stadium - The squad had fun in the snow on their way out the pitches, before the serious stuff got underway as preparations began to try and clinch the points needed to seal a safe passage into the next round.

The 23-year-old Hale End graduate has admitted to football.london that he would like to stay at Arsenal beyond the end of this season when his contract ...

Now he is on the right track, now he needs to perform." He was willing to take that opportunity and again it’s down to him to show it now on the pitch. "I feel like I’m [in] contention," he said of his role in the squad. Despite that though, Nelson revealed that he is not concerned about his current situation, and is enjoying contributing to the first team while building up his self-belief at this level. "Of course," he said when asked if he'd like to stay. It was a tough start to the season for Nelson who missed a couple of months after a thigh injury in August. [Reiss Nelson](https://www.football.london/all-about/reiss-nelson) has told football.london that he would like to stay at Arsenal beyond the end of this season. Some have questioned whether Nelson may be best served moving on from Arsenal at the end of this season. Speaking to football.london in Dubai though, the Hale Ender admitted he would like to stay at Arsenal if possible. "Yeah it’s amazing," he said of his recent increased minutes. "I’m getting minutes here and there which can only build my confidence and I feel like that’s something that I need to excel in the team because we’ve got a great team. So of course I’d love to stay."

Arsenal is desperately searching for a strong winger in their team, and though Mikel Arteta has plenty of options currently, having a strong winger will ...

The views expressed here are that of the respective authors/ entities and do not represent the views of Economic Times (ET). [Valencia](/topic/valencia)but faded out quite quickly and returned to Spain to join Barcelona. Guardiola had compared Ferran Torres of [Barcelona](/topic/barcelona)to Jamie Vardy as he and Torres had been together at Manchester City. Pep was all praises for Torres as the striker is a good finisher, and he makes movements like the best strikers and comes up from behind like Jamie Vardy. [Cameroon](/topic/cameroon), and chances are that he will remain on rest for some more time. [Vardy](/topic/vardy)is the most probable choice for [Pep Guardiola](/topic/pep-guardiola)as the Spanish.

Arsenal face an almost impossible task of finding a replacement for Gabriel Jesus, according to Yohan Djourou.But the former Gunner hopes his old club.

18+ Opt in, bet £10+ at odds 2.00+, in 7 days. 7 day bonuses expiry. “The better players are Erling Haaland who is at Manchester City, and a player like Julian Alvarez who is with City as well, so it’s hard to find players who fit with the system and who know Arteta. “Mikel Arteta knows better [then me] what he needs and what he can do with the resources they have, but definitely Gabriel Jesus is a massive loss for them,” he told [Jesus could be facing up to three months out after undergoing surgery](https://talksport.com/football/1269756/arsenal-gabriel-jesus-injury-news-post-surgery-picture-brazil/), with the star now on crutches and his knee in a heavy brace. [Gabriel Jesus is set for a long spell on the sidelines](https://talksport.com/football/1269086/arsenal-gabriel-jesus-knee-injury-surgery/) with a knee injury he suffered for Brazil in Qatar.