Arsenal’s January Transfer Window Plans Revealed by Mikel Arteta

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has expressed his belief that the club needs to make strategic additions during the January transfer window.

Current Situation at Arsenal

Arsenal currently leads the Premier League standings after playing 18 matches, but the team faces challenges due to ongoing injuries to key players including Gabriel, William Saliba, Bukayo Saka, Viktor Gyokeres, and Martin Odegaard.

Focus on Reinforcements

During a recent press briefing, when questioned about potentially allowing players to leave—whether on loan or permanently—Arteta emphasized his intention to bolster the squad instead. He stated:
“We will be actively looking to strengthen the squad in January.”
He further mentioned,
“Depending on the availability of certain players, the window is there; I mean, we’re Arsenal, and we have to be looking at it.”
In addition, he added,
“Our job is to be very prepared because something can happen.”

Having already invested over £250 million in new players during the summer, Arteta is not hesitant to continue spending if it leads to assembling a team capable of winning the title for the first time in over twenty years.

Potential Transfer Targets

Among the reported targets is AC Milan’s 20-year-old left-back Davide Bartesaghi. Arsenal has also been linked to Eintracht Frankfurt’s forward Jean-Matteo Bahoya and Elche’s midfielder Rodrigo Mendoza.

Upcoming Fixture

Before turning its focus to the January transfer window, Arsenal will conclude 2025 with a crucial title match against Aston Villa at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night. Securing three points is vital, especially with Manchester City just a few points behind.