Arsenal Daily News Roundup
Arsenal look set to miss out on Vasco da Gama winger Rayan Rocha, with Bournemouth advancing a £30m deal as they plan for Antoine Semenyo’s exit. Gunners to pivot to alternative wide targets.
Inter’s Lautaro Martinez is set to start vs Udinese and Arsenal, seeking to end a three-game league drought. Teen striker Francesco Pio Esposito may partner him in Udine after a decisive Lecce goal.
Federico Chiesa names Dennis Bergkamp as his Premier League idol, lauding his qualities. Bergkamp’s Arsenal legacy includes 120 goals, 94 assists and three league titles.
Arsenal fans baulk at reports Marc Guehi will earn £300,000-a-week at Man City, noting it would exceed most Gunners’ salaries and questioning value versus Gabriel and Saliba.
Reports link Arsenal with summer moves for Arda Guler and Rennes defender Jeremy Jacquet, plus Elche’s Rodrigo Mendoza, with no major January business expected unless an opportunity arises.
Gabriel Martinelli says Noni Madueke is faster than him, praising the winger’s pace and dribbling but noting both need greater consistency and end product for Arsenal.
Saliba backs Viktor Gyokeres, praising his strength, speed and finishing after the striker’s League Cup goal vs Chelsea, insisting the No 9 will ‘keep going’ despite mixed form.
Arteta gives ‘no comment’ on reported part-time hire of throw-in coach Thomas Gronnemark, but says Arsenal seek gains in every area with experts aiding set-piece work.
Arteta downplays Declan Rice’s half-time tunnel clash with assistant Albert Stuivenberg during the 3-2 win over Chelsea, saying the issue was resolved quickly and the squad remain united.
Arsenal plan a new deal for Mikel Arteta to 2029, reflecting faith after sustained progress, cup runs and a current lead in the league. Club view him as central to long-term strategy.
Riccardo Calafiori is not expected to face Nottingham Forest, with reports saying he is not close to full fitness. Arsenal manage left-back cover while he continues rehabilitation.
Arteta stays tight-lipped on injuries to Cristhian Mosquera, Riccardo Calafiori and Piero Hincapie, says no fresh issues. Emphasises rotation and planning amid four straight away games before Forest.
Arsenal’s 2025-26 side match the Invincibles statistically: higher win rate, similar goals, slightly tighter defence. Arteta plays down comparisons, with cup runs and Champions League tilt in play.
