Marseille have discussed the possibility of signing Arsenal loanee Nuno Tavares this month.
The French giants are in the market for a left-back after Renan Lodi left the club to move to Saudi Arabia this month.
Taveres is on loan at Nottingham Forest but has found his game time limited, with L’Equipe reporting Marseille are keen to re-sign the full-back, having loaned him last season.
Arsenal are keen on signing the RB Leipzig attacker Xavi Simons.
A report from Fichajes claims that Arsenal have emerged as the favourites to sign him at the end of the season, and it will be interesting to see if Paris Saint-Germain are prepared to cash in on him.
The talented young attacker is highly rated across Europe and he has a big future ahead of him. He could develop into a top-class player with the right coaching and guidance.
Arsenal stars Takehiro Tomiyasu and Ben White are in 'advanced' negotiations about a contract extension, according to Fabrizio Romano.
He told GiveMeSport: “The negotiation is advanced with both Ben White and Takehiro Tomiyasu, during the transfer window it's also normal that sometimes for the clubs it is not easy to meet with the agents of these players and complete these deals because they are busy with something else, maybe with outgoings, maybe with loans, maybe with new signings.
“So it's also normal to see this kind of standby in the negotiation but it's already very advanced. I think for Arsenal it's a priority, they're showing for a long time how important it is for them to extend the contracts of their crucial players and they keep thinking that Ben White and Takehiro Tomiyasu are going to be the next ones."
Arsenal wonderkid Mika Biereth is set to move on loan to Sheffield Wednesday after his spell at Motherwell was cut short.
The striker scored six goals in 15 appearances for the Scottish Premiership side.
But the Gunners made the decision to bring their U23 forward back to North London.
And the intention is to ship him out at a higher level for the remainder of the campaign.
Motherwell manager Stuart Kettlewell was not happy with Arsenal’s decision to recall Biereth, saying:
“It's a major, major disappointment. This was a little bit unexpected.
“The conversation was that Mika would stay here until the end of the season just last week unless something big came on the table for Arsenal that they couldn't turn down.
“They believe there's an opportunity to send him to another club that takes him that step beyond where we are just now.”
Karim Benzema has reportedly made a decision on his future amid rumours linking him with a move away from Saudi Arabia.
Arsenal and Chelsea have been linked with a move for the 2022 Ballon d’Or winner.
But according to L'Equipe, the striker is expected to stay in Saudi Arabia despite the recent rumours.
It has been claimed that those around the 36-year-old say he feels good and will remain with Al-Ittihad.
Piers Morgan has urged Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta to take his chequebook out and sign Ivan Toney from Brentford.
The Englishman, 27, has served his ban and is eligible to play again for Brentford. He has announced that he is free and is expected to feature against Nottingham Forest this weekend.
Toney has also publicly claimed that he would love to play for a big club one day
Piers seems to see that as Toney ‘begging’ for a move away, and he has now urged Mikel Arteta to ‘stop being so stubborn’ and to go and sign the Brentford striker.
The Sun columnist said: “The January transfer window closes in 14 days but Arsenal still haven’t signed a striker despite proven goalscorers like @ivantoney24 almost begging to go to a big club.
“What are you waiting for @m8arteta? Stop being so stubborn about your ‘process’ & get your chequebook out.”
Paul Merson would be “shocked” if old club Arsenal but anyone this month.
The Gunners have been linked with signing a striker, notably Brentford’s Ivan Toney, and a central midfielder, such as Everton’ s Amadou Onana.
But ex-England frontman Merson told Sportskeeda: “If they had plans of dipping into the transfer market, why couldn’t they have done so earlier in the month?
“This is why I don’t think they’ll pursue a deal for Ivan Toney.
“(Boss Mikel) Arteta’s current situation at Arsenal reminds me of the latter part of Arsene Wenger’s stint.
“Everyone knew at the time that Wenger needed a central defender, but he was a bit stubborn and refused to dip into the transfer market.
“Arteta needs a centre forward now to give his side a welcome boost in the title race, but he has thus far remained reluctant to sign one.”
Arsenal are eyeing a deal for Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite, according to TalkSPORT.
The Toffee’s financial fair play troubles could mean they are forced to let go of the 21-year-old.
The towering centre-back is highly rated on Merseyside and Arsenal will face competition for his signature.
There has long been links to Manchester United while it is claimed that Real Madrid are also interested in the England U21 international.
Arsenal and Chelsea target Ivan Toney says “it’s obvious want to play for a top club”.
The Brentford striker is free to play after his eight-month ban.
The one-cap Englishman, 27, told Sky Sports: “It’s obvious I want to play for a top club and fight for titles, yes.
“If a club was to pay the right money… then, who knows. January or whenever is right time, I’ll be ready.”
But having been out for so long, Toney added: “I want to enjoy and play now.”
Arsenal right-back Cedric Soares could leave the Emirates Stadium this month after struggling for any game time under Mikel Arteta.
According to the Daily Mail, Turkish giants Besiktas are interested in signing the 32-year-old.
Arsenal are understood to want a fee for the Portuguese defender, but may struggle with the former Southampton man having just six months left on his deal.
There’s a real possibility that Cedric could join Besiktas on loan before joining as a free agent in the summer.
Michael Olise could be perfect for Liverpool – amid reported interest from Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham.
So says former Anfield midfielder Jan Molby of Crytal Palace’s French winger.
Olise has reportedly suggested he’d prefer a move to the Gunners.
The 22-year-old’s £60million release clause might be a major obstacle for many clubs.
However, ex-Holland star Molby told GOAL: “He looks a terrific player.
“You look at players and ask, ‘How far can he go?’ It looks to me like he has got the whole package.
“He could be within what Liverpool are prepared to pay in terms of a transfer fee.”
Newcastle could be forced to sell Joelinton this summer over a wage dispute, writes OSCAR PAUL.
The Brazilian midfielder, 27, will miss the rest of the season with a thigh injury and may have played his last Toon game unless he signs a new contract.
Joelinton has 18 months to run on his deal but wants a bumper raise to become one of the club’s top earners.
But the Samba star and Newcastle are currently at a stand-off.
And the Magpies may look to cash in this summer rather than risk letting him leave for nothing the following year.
Joelinton signed a six-year deal after joining from Hoffenheim in 2019.
Kieran Tierney is tipped to finally leave Arsenal permanently this summer.
The Scotland star, 26, was already only second-choice left-back when he left for a season's loan at Real Sociedad.
And with Jurrien Timber recovering from an ACL injury, Tierney faces returning to the Emirates as third in the queue.
It's also suggested that the ex-Celtic hero will want to consider his future anyway at the end of the season.
Takehiro Tomiyasu and Ben White are reportedly in "advanced" talks over extending their Arsenal deals.
Japan full-back Tomiyasu, 25, is under contract until 2025 and versatile defender White, 26, is tied down until the following year.
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano told GIVEMESPORT that extensions could soon be sealed.
Sky Sports' Dharmesh Sheth says "positive steps" have been made in negotiations between Tomiyasu and the Gunners.
And it's also reckoned talks with White are a priority for Arsenal chiefs.
Michael Olise could be perfect for Liverpool - amid reported interest from Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham.
So says former Anfield midfielder Jan Molby of Crytal Palace's French winger.
Olise has reportedly suggested he'd prefer a move to the Gunners.
The 22-year-old's £60million release clause might be a major obstacle for many clubs.
However, ex-Holland star Molby told GOAL: “He looks a terrific player.
"You look at players and ask, ‘How far can he go?’ It looks to me like he has got the whole package.
"He could be within what Liverpool are prepared to pay in terms of a transfer fee.”
Arsenal and Chelsea target Ivan Toney says "it's obvious want to play for a top club".
The Brentford striker is free to play after his eight-month ban.
The one-cap Englishman, 27, told Sky Sports: “It's obvious I want to play for a top club and fight for titles, yes.
"If a club was to pay the right money… then, who knows. January or whenever is right time, I’ll be ready."
But having been out for so long, Toney added: “I want to enjoy and play now."
Paul Merson would be "shocked" if old club Arsenal but anyone this month.
The Gunners have been linked with signing a striker, notably Brentford's Ivan Toney, and a central midfielder, such as Everton' s Amadou Onana.
But ex-England frontman Merson told Sportskeeda: “If they had plans of dipping into the transfer market, why couldn’t they have done so earlier in the month?
"This is why I don’t think they’ll pursue a deal for Ivan Toney.
“(Boss Mikel) Arteta’s current situation at Arsenal reminds me of the latter part of Arsene Wenger’s stint.
"Everyone knew at the time that Wenger needed a central defender, but he was a bit stubborn and refused to dip into the transfer market.
"Arteta needs a centre forward now to give his side a welcome boost in the title race, but he has thus far remained reluctant to sign one.”
Ray Parlour believes old club Arsenal should splash out up to £150million on THREE new signings.
The ex-England midfielder, 50, has identified a trio of problem positions after the Gunners slipped from first to fourth in the Prem.
The three-time top-flight winner hopes to see Arsenal recruit a left-back, midfielder and striker.
Asked about areas needed for strengthening, Parlour told SunSport via NetBet Online Casino: “Well, I certainly believe the midfield area, definitely if Thomas Partey does leave because he’s an important player when he plays.
“He’s a dynamic player in that midfield, he’s very good at sitting back and getting back into the back-four and probably Declan Rice can push forward a little bit more.
“Onana’s been mentioned from Everton who’s having a good season, I like him he is quite a good player in that midfield area.”
Real Sociedad have reportedly made a decision on the future of Kieran Tierney.
The Scot is on loan at the La Liga club from Arsenal and has impressed during his first six months.
However according to Spanish outlet Gol, Sociedad are happy to let the left-back return to north London at the end of the seaoson.
It is reported that they have turned their attention to securing the services of Real Betis full-back Juan Miranda instead.
Arsenal are eyeing a deal for Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite, according to TalkSPORT.
The Toffee's financial fair play troubles could mean they are forced to let go of the 21-year-old.
The towering centre-back is highly rated on Merseyside and Arsenal will face competition for his signature.
There has long been links to Manchester United while it is claimed that Real Madrid are also interested in the England U21 international.
Arsenal are reportedly leading the race for PSG star Xavi Simons.
The 20-year-old is currently on loan in the Bundesliga where he has scored four goals and registered seven assists for RB Leipzig.
And Mikel Arteta's Gunners are interested in signing him permanently according to German outlet Bild.
Leipzig are reportedly keen on extending the youngster's loan until 2025, but PSG are yet to make a decision on his future.
Arsenal are keen to get attacking reinforcements through the door at the Emirates Stadium as they continue to struggle to find the back of the net.
Gary Neville has suggested that Tottenham will finish above Arsenal this season.
Ange Postecoglou's side have been in electric form and are currently level on points with the Gunners ahead of this weekend's fixtures.
And former Man Utd star Neville thinks that with the injured players they have to return, Spurs can finish above their north London rivals.
Speaking on the Stick to Football podcast, he said: "I made a statement that I think Tottenham will finish second this season.
"With the five players they have coming back – Dejan Kulusevski, Heung-min Son, James Maddison, Pape Matar Sarr and Yves Bissouma.
"If they kept them fit, and with the run they’ve got, they could push Arsenal and Liverpool to second place. Is that a mad statement?
"I think Tottenham are in a position they could push and dismantle Aston Villa, Liverpool, and Arsenal – they could. It’s not a ridiculous statement!”
Arsenal could be without a number of stars when they face Crystal Palace on Saturday.
The Gunners have two players away on International duty while a number of others are set to miss the clash through injury.
They are potentially without the following players:
Ivan Toney has hinted at a possible exit this month as he revealed he wants to play for a “top club competing for trophies”.
The Brentford star has returned from his eight-month ban following a number of FA betting breaches.
Arsenal have previously been linked with a move for the 27-year-old England international.
You can never predict when is the right time to move elsewhere, but I think it’s obvious I want to play for a top club.
Everybody wants to play for a top club, that is fighting for titles.
Whether it’s this January that is the right time for a club to come in and pay the right money, who knows?
But my main focus is to do what I do on the pitch, and let the background work take care of itself.
Ivan Toney
Ex-Arsenal star Rob Holding has given a glowing review of his former teammate Ben White.
Holding left the Gunners this summer to join Crystal Palace, but still holds a special place in his heart for the club that gave him his big break from Bolton.
The 28-year-old spoke about one of Arsenal's biggest assets while chatting on Harry's Gym Chat.
He said: "He’s [Ben White] such a diverse player, he’s perfect for a right back but he’s also perfect for a centre-half because he’s not the broadest, he’s not the heaviest, he’s not the strongest, I think he weighs like 78, which is light.
"I’m like how are you that light because he’s tall as well but he’s super lean but he can go up and down all day but then he can slot into centre-half and still have enough to butt it about and be strong.”
