Mikel Arteta says Arsenal’s transfer business could go right down to the wire on Deadline Day as they look to add a central midfielder to their ranks, following injuries to Thomas Partey and Mohamed Elneny. Albert Sambi Lokonga came into midfield to partner Granit Xhaka for Wednesday’s 2-1 win over Aston Villa which keeps Arsenal top of the Premier League. However, despite their perfect start of five wins from five, Arteta admits he is wary about his strength in depth in the middle of the park following a spate of injuries and says Arsenal could do a deal on Deadline Day if the right player becomes available.
Similarly, Manchester united manager Erik Ten Hag says Cristiano Ronaldo would not remain at Manchester United until at least January if he did not want to. With Thursday’s transfer deadline looming, Ronaldo’s efforts to leave United in search of champions league football are nearing a fruitless end, and he faces another five months in Manchester before the re-opening of the window may present an opportunity to move.
Chidozie Chima | August 16, 2024
