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Eddie Nketiah bagged a brace to help us ease past Oxford United in the FA Cup third round.

And on 76 minutes, the striker showed more excellent composure to add his second and our third of the night. That goal seemingly broke the resilience of the hosts, and just seven minutes later we doubled our advantage. After the restart, our tempo was higher and we immediately began causing more problems for our opponents.

Premier League leaders Arsenal booked an FA Cup fourth round clash with Manchester City after they beat third-tier Oxford United 3-0 on Monday night thanks ...

"Eddie is scoring goals and contributing to the way we play and I am delighted for him. Arsenal have now won their last 14 FA Cup ties against sides from outside the top-two divisions of English football. It was the Egyptian's first goal for his club since May 2021.

Mikel Arteta has eased fears that Bukayo Saka could miss Sunday's north London derby, insisting the Arsenal winger "is fine" after an injury scare.

"It’s been four months since he played so I think it was the perfect game to give him some minutes to get off the blocks," Arteta said. WHAT THEY SAID: "Saka is fine," the Arsenal boss said after the victory at the Kassam Stadium. That raised concerns that he could miss this weekend's game at Tottenham, but Arteta insisted that the England international had not done anything serious.

A pair of second-half goals from Eddie Nketiah saw Arsenal past a stubborn Oxford United side by a final score of 3-0 in the FA Cup third round on Monday. Mohamed Elneny broke the deadlock after half-time with a smashing header before Nketiah scored ...

"Eddie is scoring goals and contributing to the way we play and I am delighted for him. [Arsenal](/soccer/team?id=359) past a stubborn Oxford United side by a final score of 3-0 in the FA Cup third round on Monday. Arsenal have now won their last 14 FA Cup ties against sides from outside the top-two divisions of English football.

Mohamed Elneny feels that our 3-0 victory over Oxford United will only build confidence heading into the weekend's north London derby.

“We knew it was going to be a tough game today because for [Oxford] it is one game of the season and it is something big for them. “Of course, I’m happy to score and help my team to win the game. “I think we were frustrated because we knew we were playing good but we just missed out on scoring a goal,” he added.

Eddie Nketiah answered Arsenal's call once again as he netted a brace in a hard-fought 3-0 FA Cup third round win at Oxford United.

But an injury sustained by Bukayo Saka, who seemed to pull up with 15 minutes remaining, will be a major concern ahead of Sunday's crucial north London derby at Tottenham. But they improved massively after the interval, with Fabio Vieira producing two excellent assists to break the resistance of the hosts. The first was a fine free-kick, which was headed home by Mohamed Elneny and the second was a delightful through ball for Eddie Nketiah, who rounded Oxford keeper Ed McGinty to make it 2-0.

football.london takes a look back on the talking points from the Gunners' 3-0 win over Oxford United at the Kassam Stadium in the FA Cup.

[The main focus remains very much on Mykhaylo Mudryk](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-mudryk-spurs-chelsea-transfer-25933670). [There’s also scope for him to play in the midfield and provide competition to Granit Xhaka](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-january-transfer-granit-xhaka-25903458). [Gabriel Martinelli](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/martinelli-mudryk-odegaard-arsenal-brighton-25871721) chipped in with an assist but outside of this sole contribution performed below expectation in a run that spans a number of fixtures. Although the option of Marquinhos was available to Arteta, the Spaniard has seemingly not favoured the Brazilian despite an impressive start to his time with the club away in the Europa League. An injury to key players like Saka and Thomas Partey and suddenly questions are being asked about who is coming in. Football can sometimes be a simple sport, and the reason why Arsenal eventually won the game stemmed from this substitution. For Lokonga in particular this will be a game which is a real problem in his Arsenal career and where his future lies now is very uncertain. He told ITV: “We’ve got a really small squad at the moment.” There were moments Takehiro Tomiyasu would tap a pass to Saka who was but a few feet away. His movement was excellent, and he looked confident on the ball to hand The Arsenal side lacked motion in the middle and his arrival brought about another gear being found after an initial couple of goals. That might seem obvious, but it needs to be highlighted from the start.

Arsenal may be top of the Premier League but it's clear that Mikel Arteta's squad will need reinforcements if the Gunners are to sustain their title ...

The Arsenal manager has stated that the club is active in the transfer market GOAL takes a look below and ranks each area in terms of importance... Arsenal’s strength in depth has been the topic of much discussion since

How Arsenal attacking midfielder Emile Smith Rowe fared on his first competitive appearance in over four months after undergoing groin surgery at the end of ...

If that's the case then considering Gabriel Jesus and Reiss Nelson are still a few weeks away from a return and Marquinhos not in favour, the Gunners' need for reinforcements in attack has been highlighted even further. It's impossible to judge Smith Rowe's performance on a 15-minute cameo, especially after being out for so long as he is going to need a run of games before he's anything near his best. [3-1 loss at the hands of Manchester United.](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/arsenal-united-martinelli-gabriel-lokonga-24927903) Since then, he's undergone groin surgery and has been working hard in training to ensure he can play a big part during the second half of the season. We need him fit on the pitch." Perhaps when he is fully up to speed the outcome will be much different. 8 in a midfield three after Marquinhos had replaced Fabio Vieira.

Guardiola outlines how Man City can chase down Arsenal in title race ... Shakhtar Donetsk winger Mykhaylo Mudryk has been given three reasons why he should snub a ...

[Raheem Sterling](/latest/raheem-sterling) and Christian Pulisic were both forced off the pitch on Thursday in defeat to Manchester City, but they have already spent big this window. The Gunners had thought to have been frontrunners to sign the 22-year-old but [Graham Potter’s](/latest/graham-potter) outfit are attempting to gazump [Mikel Arteta](/latest/mikel-arteta) and co to a potential £100million deal. “If [Todd] Boehly can sell Chelsea’s future to Mudryk then that’s the more alluring option.

Arsenal set up a fourth-round match with English Premier League title rival Manchester City in the FA Cup by beating third-tier Oxford.

“Every player wants to play whatever the competition. It will be the first of three games in a three-month span between the top two clubs in the country this season, with league meetings scheduled for February and April. Arsenal will head to Etihad Stadium on the weekend of Jan.

Shakhtar Donetsk have been clear in their transfer stance regarding Mykhaylo Mudryk as Arsenal and Chelsea continue to fight for the Ukraine international's ...

Arteta's comments may be a message to Arsenal's hierarchy to get a deal for Mudryk done ahead of the north London derby this weekend. Shakhtar are yet to make a final decision on Arsenal's second bid, but are adamant that [ Mudryk will only be sold if a club meets their huge valuation](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-mudryk-spurs-chelsea-transfer-25933670) of the 22-year-old. According to Italian outlet [FootMercato](https://www.footmercato.net/a3978657598313986291-le-shakhtar-et-arsenal-se-rapprochent-dun-accord-pour-mykhaylo-mudryk), the Gunners have taken a huge step towards securing a 'full agreement' for the 22-year-old's signing. Speaking after the victory, Arteta said: "The problem is that we have only one striker and to cope for that many months until Gabby [Gabriel Jesus] is back is not easy. The two clubs are still discussing bonuses, but are edging closer to an agreement on a transfer fee which could be around €100million (£88million). The Gunners are facing late competition from London rivals Chelsea but remain confident in securing a deal.

Mykhaylo Mudryk has denied he sent a transfer message to Chelsea as Arsenal close in on a full agreement with Shakhtar Donetsk, according to reports.

[several journalists have said that Mudryk wants the move to Arsenal](https://www.football365.com/news/agent-tells-arsenal-minimal-chance-signing-mudryk-shakhtar-january) and [now Sport Arena claim that](https://sportarena.com/uk/footboll/apl/shahtar-i-arsenal-obgovoryuyut-spivvidnoshennya/) the Gunners and Shakhtar are ‘close to agreeing on the full amount of the transfer’. There has been speculation that Mudryk would prefer a move to Premier League leaders Arsenal over Chelsea with a screenshot recently appearing on Instagram of Mudryk telling a follower that he doesn’t want to move to Stamford Bridge. The Gunners and the Blues have been battling it out over the last couple of weeks for Mudryk with Mikel Arteta’s side still appearing to lead the race for the Shakhtar Donetsk winger.

Despite Chelsea's best efforts to derail Arsenal's pursuit of Mykhailo Mudryk it appears we are edging towards a deal with Shakhtar Donetsk for the ...

In the meantime, [“The problem is we have only one [striker]!”](https://arseblog.news/2023/01/arteta-eddie-is-getting-better-but-only-one-striker-is-a-problem/) [followed up with another approach](https://arseblog.news/2023/01/report-arsenal-table-increased-offer-for-mudryk/) that was also turned down.

Arsenal are looking to wrap up a deal for Shakhtar Donetsk star Mykhaylo Mudryk ahead of the north London derby with negotiations over a £88million deal set ...

The two clubs are still discussing bonuses, but are edging closer to an agreement on a transfer fee which could be around €100million (£88million). Arsenal are set to be without £45million summer signing Gabriel Jesus until February with Arteta hinting that he would like a new striker before the transfer window closes. Arsenal are prioritising a move for Mykhaylo Mudryk in the January transfer window as Mikel Arteta looks to add quality and depth to his attack. According to Italian outlet Mudryk [has dropped a number of hints on social media and in interviews](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/mudryk-arsenal-transfer-arteta-chelsea-25488374) regarding his desire to seal a transfer to the Emirates Stadium in January. [sign Mudryk and are said to be willing to outbid ](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-mudryk-spurs-chelsea-transfer-25933670)any rival offer as they look to hijack the Gunners' move for the Ukraine international.

Nketiah has scored five goals in five games as he continues to deputise for Gabriel Jesus; the 23-year-old struck twice in the 3-0 victory at the Kassam ...

"We have good players, it is the first time I have had probably my strongest team to compete. "From my point of view the players did the club proud. They didn't look like a team so far apart to the other team. If we can have some reinforcements, great." "But we have to get the most out of the players that we have at the moment. He showed great composure.

Mohamed Elneny believes Arsenal's 3-0 FA Cup victory against Oxford United will boost their chances of defeating Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League.

“We knew it was going to be a tough game today because for [Oxford] it is one game of the season and it is something big for them. He has managed five appearances for the Gunners in the Premier League, starting just once across 17 fixtures and being used as a substitute on four occasions. Elneny is confident the victory against Oxford will build confidence heading into the weekend’s North London derby.

Joao Felix looks set to become a Chelsea player, while Manchester United's pursuit of Wout Weghorst has hit a snag and Arsenal are attempting to sign both ...

As per reports in Spain, the Gunners are eyeing a move and have even contacted Los Blancos to find out their demands. "With any deal for any DP [designated player] of the level you’re talking about is complicated, it takes time. That would see Atleti's attacking options dramatically reduce and they are hopeful of adding to their squad between now and the end of the January transfer window. Caulker was previously with Fatih Karamgumruk in the Turkish Super League. Dortmund are still attempting to tie him down to a new deal but face severe competition. [locked in fraught negotiations](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/arsenal-mykhaylo-mudryk-transfer-chelsea-28913833) over top target Mykhaylo Mudryk. [ESPN](https://www.espn.in/football/soccer-transfers/story/4848708/al-nassr-want-barcelonas-sergio-busquets-after-cristiano-ronaldo-signing-source) report that Al-Nassr are interested and have offered him a yearly wage of around £11m to make the switch to Saudi Arabia. [Sky Sports](https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/12783560/alex-moreno-aston-villa-agree-12-5m-deal-for-real-betis-left-back-as-unai-emery-bolsters-squad), the Villans have agreed a fee of £12.5m to sign the Spanish left-back and he will become the club's first major signing under Unai Emery. The Blues have agreed a deal with the Spanish giants to sign the Portuguese on a six-month loan. [Liverpool](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc) could also be in the market for new signings, despite starting the month strongly with the arrival of [Cody Gakpo](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/cody-gakpo), who [made his debut for the Reds](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/cody-gakpo-liverpool-fa-cup-28900714) on Saturday. [strike an €11million (£9.68m) agreement](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/chelsea-joao-felix-loan-deal-28911478) to take [Atletico Madrid](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/atletico-madrid) want-away Joao Felix on loan until the end of the season. [January transfer window](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/january-transfer-window) is well and truly hotting up in the [Premier League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/premier-league).

See all the best of the action from the Kassam Stadium as we progressed into the FA Cup fourth round.

If you wish to watch the whole thing again, then you can do that too with both match halves available: Copyright 2023 The Arsenal Football Club plc. A Mohamed Elneny header and a brace from Eddie Nketiah saw us advance into the fourth round of the FA Cup at the expense of Oxford United, and you can see the best of the action in our highlights package.

Emile Smith Rowe has revealed he is "itching" to make an impact in Arsenal's title bid this season after making his long awaited return from injury.

So it was really tough, but I managed to get through it and I am just happy I’m fully fit now." I had a successful surgery and I am feeling really good. WHAT THEY SAID: It’s been a tough few months for the 21-year-old, but now he is back and has vowed to try and make his mark.

Mikel Arteta admits that Arsenal's lack of striking options is a “problem”, with the Gunners seemingly missing out on Joao Felix to Chelsea.

And to go for that many months until Gabby is back is not easy. I will try to do that and if we have any reinforcements, great.” Arteta is reluctant to be drawn into a debate regarding specific transfer targets, but concedes that he needs to work hard on improving those at his disposal while also reinforcing collective ranks at Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal have avoided falling into Atletico Madrid's transfer 'trap' as Chelsea close on Joao Felix to hand La Liga giants the perfect kickstart to their new ...

Arsenal need to find a Gabriel Jesus competitor and Felix simply hasn’t shown to be that, especially not enough to justify filling these six months with an expensive option not immediately suited to the role. [Chelsea ](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/)next to no control about the long-term future of the player beyond this small period of time with the club. [Diego Simeone’s](https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&cx=015440420724022033189%3Affvnfhyzjuy&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.football.london%2Farsenal-fc%2Ftransfer-news%2Fdiego-simeone-given-mikel-arteta-23738720&sa=U&ved=2ahUKEwiL3cmL-bz8AhUGJsAKHd03A1QQFnoECAMQAg&usg=AOvVaw2rsqJRL_3QlxUbjRaLRpqs) tenure at the club potentially ending. But with the news that the Portuguese international will indeed commit to a further year certainly would make sense if the Argentine was leaving. For a start, he doesn’t come in ahead of the starting front three. 9, instead playing in a front two or off the left-hand side. He needs things to go his way in order to perform, so I think a loan wouldn’t be the best option.” In an Arsenal sense, Spanish football journalist Alvaro Romeo told [The Gooner Talk ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wwLW67WGejw&ab_channel=TheGoonerTalk)that an expensive six-month loan could not end up well. He added: “Felix will have to adapt, to Arteta, to the system. There is also an understanding from transfer journalist [Matteo Moretto](http://twitter.com/MatteMoretto/status/1612576258713612288?s=20&t=LefmOKf3yU1VQDD9KJsx7g) that Felix will extend his contract until 2027 before making the move. The Atletico Madrid forward had been linked heavily with a move to both Arsenal and Manchester United. “I am 100% about that.”

Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal in Hazard talks, Mudryk update; Chelsea sign Felix, Madueke bid; Porro to Spurs. Transfer news, rumours and gossip from the January ...

Arsenal finally look to be closing in on a deal for [Mykhaylo Mudryk](/topic/mykhaylo-mudryk), while they could be handed a second chance to sign Raphinha as Barcelona prepare to potentially unload the former Leeds winger already. [Chelsea](/topic/chelsea), [Arsenal](/topic/arsenal) and [Tottenham](/topic/tottenham) continue to pursue key deals as we edge towards the midway point of the January transfer window already. [despite the signing of Joao Felix](/sport/football/chelsea-fc-joao-felix-loan-transfer-confirmed-b1052054.html), who could make his debut against Fulham tonight. [ with Leandro Trossard also a firm target](/sport/football/tottenham-trossard-edwards-lucas-moura-transfer-b1052490.html) along with Marcus Edwards, though Lucas Moura could depart. Lionel Messi could also join great rival Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia. The Gunners were again engaged with Chelsea in a fierce fight to sign the Brazilian winger over the summer, but he instead opted for a dream £55m switch to Barcelona. Now the Daily Express claim that Barcelona could make the 26-year-old available for an exit already in the coming weeks, potentially leading to another opportunity for Arsenal to get their man. The Gunners have been in pursuit of the Ukraine winger for weeks as Mikel Arteta seeks a new forward option during his side’s Premier League title pursuit, battling Chelsea to get a deal over the line. He adds that talks have now reached their final stage, with the transfer finally potentially set to be finalised in a matter of days. The Guardian claim that Chelsea are lining up a move for Caicedo this month, with the club not considered as frontrunners in the summer sweepstakes for England duo Declan Rice and Jude Bellingham. Chelsea have also been linked with Trossard as part of another potential reunion with former Seagulls boss Graham Potter, with talkSPORT now suggesting that Arsenal are also in the fray. Standard Sport understands that Spurs are interested in a deal for the Brighton forward having declined to activate an option to extend Lucas Moura’s expiring contract last month.

Mikel Arteta does not have the same luxury as Pep Guardiola in terms of squad depth which could come back to bite the Gunners in their Premier League title ...

Former manager Arsene Wenger was a huge fan of Lemar's and pushed to sign the Frenchman - but a deal hinged on Alexis Sanchez moving to City. football.london understands Arsenal have already agreed personal terms with Leicester star Youri Tielemans, but [would prefer to wait until the summer to sign him on a free](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/youri-tielemans-arsenal-transfer-january-22735123) transfer when his current contract expires. There is a lack of quality in depth in the midfield at the Emirates Stadium but Lemar's arrival could significantly improve Arteta's options should Granit Xhaka, Martin Odegaard or Thomas Partey suffer a long-term injury. His creative flair and attacking ability has now been paired with a relentless work ethic which has seen him morph into a brilliant box-to-box midfielder, something Arsenal could definitely use. Arsenal may be prioritising a move for Mykhaylo Mudryk in the January transfer window but there are other areas of the squad that need improving. The £45million summer signing's absence has been eased by Eddie Nketiah's impressive form since the Premier League resumed on Boxing Day, with the youngster scoring five goals in his last five appearances.

Emile Smith Rowe spoke to the media following his return to the pitch in our FA Cup win over Oxford.

"I've been itching to get out there and play with the boys," he said. I had a successful surgery and I am really feeling really good." "We are feeling really good at the moment. "I was pretty much with them from the start after surgery. But right now, I just need to focus on Arsenal and getting some more minutes. I am just going to kick on from here."

The potential signing of Mykhaylo Mudryk could signal the start of a busy January transfer window for the Gunners as further incomings and outgoings are ...

A loan move for Marquinhos cannot be ruled out should Arteta strengthen his frontline, with the Brazilian unlikely to gain many minutes as a result. After scoring five goals and registering three assists, the club will be wary of holding back Marquinhos’ development, making a loan departure a preferable solution. Despite interest cooling, Tielemans could still be an option after Brendan Rodgers suggested that any Leicester City player who does not want to be at the club should be sold. Prior to Chelsea’s breakthrough with Felix, there had been suggestions that Arsenal wanted him as well as Mudryk, potentially indicating that another forward could be on the radar. If there is an opportunity to bring summer plans forward and acquire a player who makes the team stronger, it will be seriously considered. [Marquinhos](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/arteta-marquinhos-mudryk-arsenal-transfer-25905251) and Cedric the most likely to depart. Chelsea had also shown an interest in the Ukrainian international and even After a relatively quiet start to the January transfer window, it appears clubs are beginning to make their moves. [Arteta](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/mikel-arteta-arsenal-transfer-mudryk-25932754) reiterated the need to “maximise every window”. [closing in on the loan signing of Joao Felix](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/chelsea-joao-felix-transfer-agreement-25932901) as well as reportedly holding strong interest in Marcus Thuram and [Noni Madueke.](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/noni-madueke-chelsea-mudryk-transfer-25937812) [eases the need for more than one attacking reinforcement](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/emile-smith-rowe-arsenal-transfer-25936045). [Mykhaylo Mudryk](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-edu-mykhaylo-mudryk-transfer-25936690), the first being £55million including add-ons.

Gabriel Magalhaes has been discussing the biggest challenge he has had to overcome at Arsenal and his 2022 World Cup snub by Brazil.

I have a strong mind and I'm a family person. The biggest difficulty I faced was the style of play, but I work a lot on a daily basis. I had my family close by, and at Arsenal everyone talked to me. Playing in such a difficult league and one of the best in the world. Since I arrived, I've learned a lot and certainly at the beginning it was difficult, but now it's better. [ESPN Brasil](https://www.espn.com.br/futebol/premier-league/artigo/_/id/11446536/gabriel-magalhaes-explica-como-arsenal-tenta-lidar-sem-gabriel-jesus-e-conta-receita-para-time-voar-na-temporada) of adjusting to the demands of life in England: “Arriving at a club like Arsenal makes all the difference and I'm very happy to be here.

Mohamed Elneny believes Arsenal's 3-0 FA Cup victory against Oxford United will boost their chances of defeating Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League.

“We knew it was going to be a tough game today because for [Oxford] it is one game of the season and it is something big for them. He has managed five appearances for the Gunners in the Premier League, starting just once across 17 fixtures and being used as a substitute on four occasions. Elneny is confident the victory against Oxford will build confidence heading into the weekend’s North London derby.

Azeez has been recalled from his loan at UD Ibiza and has joined Wigan Athletic on loan for the remainder of the season.

Copyright 2023 The Arsenal Football Club plc. Miguel Azeez has been recalled from his loan at UD Ibiza and has joined Wigan Athletic on loan for the remainder of the season. The 20-year-old has made 11 appearances in total for UD Ibiza this season and will now spend the second half of the campaign with former Arsenal contingent, Kolo Toure and Kevin Betsy at Wigan Athletic in the Championship.

Arsenal midfielder Miguel Azeez has joined Championship strugglers Wigan Athletic on loan but his Gunners future has not ended.

"I want to play the full season in men’s football, wherever that is," he stated. football.london understands that Betsy has played a role in the signing of Azeez for Wigan. "I feel like it’s important to play different positions, so you understand what other players need from you when you back into that position," the Hale Ender says. Betsy left the club in 2022 to become Crawley Town’s head coach but departed after just five months. football.london understands it is simply a dry loan and therefore the player’s Arsenal future remains a possibility. [Miguel Azeez](https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&cx=015440420724022033189%3Affvnfhyzjuy&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.football.london%2Farsenal-fc%2Fnews%2Farsenals-hale-end-trio-primed-22971973&sa=U&ved=2ahUKEwi__ee_m738AhVIQ8AKHYRaAesQFnoECAkQAg&usg=AOvVaw3QCcIjqSDvFYAdstDy4VFk), who was recalled from his loan spell in Spain with UD Ibiza after struggling to establish himself in the team, was drawn to the side by another former [Arsenal ](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/)member.

Shakhtar Donetsk winger Mykhaylo Mudryk could be closing in on a January transfer to Arsenal if recent reports are to be believed.

[CBS Sports](https://twitter.com/CBSSportsGolazo) last year, he said: "I do dream (of the Premier League). Now, [MediaFoot](https://mediafoot.net/mudryk-a-arsenal-tous-les-details-du-deal-en-negociation-info-media-foot/) have reported that Mudryk is close to signing a four-year contract at the Emirates Stadium with the option of another year and his proposed salary is said to work out at €7.5 million (£6.3 million) per season. I think every guy dreams about the Premier League. I like the way they play. This would mean the 22-year-old's weekly wage would be around £127,000 per week, a sum that would make him one of the club's highest earners. "We are really trying to improve the squad in every window," Arteta said earlier this month when asked about potential transfers.

Both Joao Felix and Mykhaylo Mudryk have been heavily linked with a January transfer to Arsenal in recent times but it appears that the former will be ...

The priority was, and is, Mykhailo Mudryk, he is the player they want to sign. The news may come as a blow to Arsenal and United considering both Premier League sides are in need of attacking reinforcements but transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has now explained why the Gunners didn't prioritise a move for the Portuguese international. [last month that Shakhtar rejected Arsenal's opening offer](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/mykhaylo-mudryk-arsenal-transfer-chelsea-25488374) of around £55 million for Mudryk's services but that [doesn't seem to have ended the Gunners' interest](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-edu-mykhaylo-mudryk-transfer-25936690). [Arsenal player ratings vs Oxford Utd as Nketiah bags brace and Smith Rowe enjoys glowing cameo](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/arsenal-player-ratings-vs-oxford-25935373) [Two Arsenal players who could leave in January amid Mykhaylo Mudryk and Joao Felix talks](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-players-mudryk-felix-talks-25929521) [Man City star Bernardo Silva delivers honest verdict on Arsenal amid FA Cup draw and title race](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/man-city-arsenal-fa-cup-25929606) [Mykhaylo Mudryk to Arsenal transfer: Arteta's confidence, Shakhtar teammate claim, Chelsea talks](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/mudryk-arsenal-transfer-arteta-chelsea-25488374) [Arsenal news and transfers LIVE: The latest news, rumours and gossip from the Emirates Stadium](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-news-and-transfers-live-25935849) [YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZ3e-H0nTsI), Romano said: “The feeling around Arsenal was they wanted to focus on Mudryk. [the Blues were close to signing Felix on a loan deal](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/chelsea-joao-felix-transfer-agreement-25932901) until the end of the season.

Mikel Arteta's Arsenal hit rock bottom last season with fans calling for him to be sacked, but now they're flying high after his rebuilding project was given ...

Everton's ownership should also look to the example of Arteta and Arsenal. [Owner Todd Boehly has backed Potter after this latest setback](/sport/football/article-11615745/ADRIAN-KAJUMBA-Graham-Potter-retains-FIRM-backing-Chelsea-owners-despite-slump-form.html), not least in the transfer market where the loan signing of Joao Felix is certainly a statement. Chelsea, Everton and others should pay attention. Over at Everton, Farhad Moshiri has been more than happy to chop and change. It makes Arteta's success at Arsenal - the product of patience and quiet building - all the more satisfying to see. Managers seem to be halfway to the sack before they've even taken charge of a game. Everton gave a good account of themselves before succumbing to Man United in the FA Cup Everton's fans have not turned on Lampard in the same way Chelsea's have on Potter, mainly due to the realisation that such a turnover of managers is more indicative of issues behind the scenes. Potter was never going to be the kind of manager who came in, shook things up and delivered a trophy within a few months. Many Arsenal fans were calling on the club's hierarchy to sack Arteta and let someone else have a go in the wake of damaging early season losses to Brentford, Chelsea and City. The vote of confidence in the January window will be welcome but it comes with the imperative that results need to improve - and fast. [Arsenal](/sport/teampages/arsenal.html) may well be sitting pretty at the top of the [Premier League](/sport/premierleague/index.html) but it's worth remembering they've been right down to the bottom and back up again.

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The claims first reported by Mail Online centre around the booking of Oxford defender Ciaron Brown in the 59th minute of the third-round tie.

Arsenal won 3-0 at Oxford United in the FA Cup third round on Tuesday; The FA will investigate allegations of suspicious betting patterns around the booking of Oxford defender Ciaron Brown during the second half; The FA are looking at evidence passed to them following the match The claims first reported by Mail Online centre around the booking of Oxford defender Ciaron Brown in the 59th minute of the third-round tie. The FA will investigate allegations of suspicious betting patterns during Monday night’s FA Cup tie between Oxford United and Arsenal.

Arsenal haven't given up hope of signing Mykhaylo Mudryk from Shakthar Donetsk this month.

But Arteta has been unable to operate a Plan B without another striker in his side and the Arsenal boss has made it clear that he wants reinforcements. Arsenal are also being reliant on Eddie Nketiah to lead the line for Arsenal with Gabriel Jesus out injured. "The problem is that we have only one striker and to cope for that many months until Gabby (Jesus) is back is not easy", Arteta said. Emile Smith Rowe's return from injury gives Arteta another option, but Mudryk is seen as the missing piece for the Arsenal boss in their bid to hold off Manchester City at the top of the table. The Gunners have already had two bids rejected by Shakthar, who are said to be holding out for an offer in the region of £88million. The main sticking point is said to be what Shakthar want in upfront costs while the overall fee will feature several add-ons.

The Gunners could target further attacking reinforcements this month despite the potential arrival of Mykhaylo Mudryk from Shakhtar Donetsk during the ...

Additionally, the 28-year-old is out of contract at the end of the season, making him a cheap and accessible option for clubs looking to strengthen in the coming weeks. Wolves' Pedro Neto is said to have admirers within the walls of London Colney but is again unlikely to be under consideration as he recovers from ankle surgery. So, with Felix on his way to Chelsea and Mudryk seemingly edging closer to Arsenal, who else could Mikel Arteta target should he want to sign not one but two forwards this month? However, Shakhtar have remained reluctant to soften their stance as they hold out for a fee closer to their valuation of around £88million. Instead, sporting director Edu has continued to focus on negotiations with Shakhtar Donetsk for Mudryk. [claimed progress had been made as the two clubs finally look to find an agreement](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-edu-mykhaylo-mudryk-transfer-25936690).

Arsenal currently sit at the top of the Premier League after a superb season so far but they are still expected to be active this month. The January.

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