Arsenal’s manager Mikel Arteta and transfer chief Edu have reached a conclusion regarding Everton’s midfielder Amadou Onana.
The Gunners are seeking a player who can complement their recent acquisition, Declan Rice.
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While Jorginho has extended his contract, the departure of Mohamed Elneney and the potential exit of Thomas Partey have prompted Arteta to look for additional midfield talent.
Arsenal has shown interest in Bruno Guimaraes, but they may encounter competition from Manchester City for the Brazilian, who has expressed contentment with staying at Newcastle.
Initially linked to Arsenal in January, Onana is now not considered a suitable addition to Arteta’s tactical setup by the club. The Mirror reports that Arsenal will not pursue a bid for the £60 million Belgian international.
With Everton facing financial difficulties, they may be compelled to sell one of their key players in the upcoming transfer window. Onana has indicated his desire to showcase his abilities at Euro 2024.
‘At previous tournaments, you have seen that the players who did well make the step up to the top clubs. That’s something I strive for,’ Onana told Het Laatste Nieuws, via 90min.
‘I feel like presenting myself to the European top and showing what I have to offer. This European Championship is a stage.’
Arsenal plans to enhance their transfer budget by capitalizing on the sales of players who were not in Mikel Arteta’s preferred lineup last season.
Newcastle United is reportedly interested in Aaron Ramsdale, the England international who has been supplanted by David Raya as Arsenal’s first-choice goalkeeper.
Despite remaining in the national team for Euro 2024, Ramsdale is eager for consistent first-team action.
Additionally, Reiss Nelson, Eddie Nketiah, and Emile Smith Rowe, all products of Arsenal’s academy, are available for transfer. Their potential sales would provide a financial boost to the club due to their status as homegrown talents.
