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ARSENAL are prepared to sell midfielder Thomas Partey in January in a bid to raise transfer funds, according to reports.
Mikel Arteta is eager to add to his squad as he looks to lead the Gunners to their first Premier League title in 20 years.
Meanwhile, it is yet to be confirmed whether Takehiro Tomiyasu will feature in Tuesday's game against Luton after being forced off in the 1-0 Wolves win.
And the north London outfit are also keen on wrapping up a move for Douglas Luiz who is reportedly at the top of their transfer wish list in January.
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Jesus 'has to improve'
Alan Shearer believes Gabriel Jesus has to improve if Arsenal are going to win the Premier League.
The Brazilian has scored just one goal in nine Premier League appearances so far this season.
Speaking on Match of the Day, Shearer said: "Well he's not a goalscorer, he never has been.
"When you look at his numbers, he brings more to Arsenal's game than just goals.
"He's got one goal in nine games this season and that will improve, that has to improve."
Credit: Getty Arsenal to sign a midfielder
Arsenal will sign a new defensive midfielder in 2024, according to reports.
The Gunners bolstered their midfield in the summer with the club-record signing of Declan Rice.
However, they have continued to be linked with new additions in the position, most notably Aston Villa star Douglas Luiz.
now report that the club have decided to add to their options next year.
Ramsdale linked with loan move
Aaron Ramsdale has been linked with a January loan move to Newcastle.
The Arsenal goalkeeper has lost his place in the side to summer signing David Raya this season.
According to reports, Ramsdale is now a target for Newcastle following the injury to Nick Pope.
Pope could miss the rest of the season after suffering a shoulder injury against Manchester United on Saturday.
Arsenal defender wanted by Milan
Jakub Kiwior is being linked with a January move away from Arsenal.
According to , AC Milan are working on a deal to bring the defender to the San Siro.
The Poland international only joined the Gunners from Spezia back in January, signing a five-year deal.
However, he has been limited to just four starts across all competitions so far this season.
Credit: Getty Pep Guardiola's dig at Arteta
The Manchester City manager was speaking to Sky Sports following his sides 3-3 draw with Tottenham.
Referee Simon Hooper sparked controversy when he pulled the game back for a foul on Erling Haaland when Jack Grealish was through on goal in the 94th minute despite initially playing advantage.
Haaland fumed at the decision and after the game left the pitch in an X-rated blast.
These emotions were seemingly also felt by Guardiola.
Asked about Hooper's call at the end of the game, he said: "Next question."
He then pulled a smirk, before adding: "I will not do a Mikel Arteta [style] comment."
Diomande interest
Arsenal are 'very interested' in signing Sporting Lisbon's Ousmane Diomande.
The Gunners were said to have tabled a £30million bid for the 19-year-old in the summer.
However, the Portuguese weren't persuaded to sell.
Record says Mikel Arteta's side leads the way, but face competition from Chelsea and Newcastle.
It could take £50million to prise him away.
Vlahovic blow
Dusan Vlahovic has reiterated his desire to stay with Juventus.
The Bosnian centre forward reportedly snubbed the Gunners to sign for the Old Lady.
Now, in an interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport he insists he's happy where he is and a new deal is being discussed with the club's sporting director.
"I still have two-and-a-half years left on my contract, we are in no hurry, but (Cristiano) Giuntoli and my agent are already talking. I am very happy to stay here," Vlahovic said.
"I play in one of the most important teams in the world, I am honoured and proud, for now I see myself here."
Zinchenko mistake
Oleksandr Zinchenko opened up about his mistake that let Wolves back into their Premier League win on Saturday.
He wrote on Instagram: “3 points (tick emoji).
“Accept. Learn. Move on. Next action. (Hands raised emoji).”
Havertz should play upfront
Kai Havertz should be used as a centre forward, according to Paul Merson.
"This is unbelievable play by Havertz, it is movement at its best", Merson analysing his goal against Brentford last week.
"I think he should play up front. That was centre-forward movement in my opinion he drifts behind defenders and it’s a great header. Confidence, every player will tell you, if you can bottle one thing it’s confidence."
Gabriel Jesus praise
Gabriel Jesus' forward play has been praised by Danny Murphy.
"There's lots to admire about Jesus", Murphy told BBC Match of the Day.
"He's physically very good with and without the ball. He's got great feet, he's unselfish, he brings other people into play. He does chip in but arguably not enough. This is what he's really at.
"He's strong, he's got great feet and very hard to get the ball off. He's always showing for others and as we saw there, that leads to the first goal and he was involved in everything good in the first half. Again, taking up good positions. Here, little give and go, super touch from Jesus."
Smith Rowe future
Emile Smith Rowe could be tempted by a move to Aston Villa, according to reports.
Transfer expert Dean Jones told GIVEMESPORT: "
He said: “Smith Rowe to Villa would be an interesting one to test out because he’s still not getting a look in at Arsenal.
“He could look across at Villa and think it’s pretty exciting. He could be a bigger part of it there than at the Emirates.”
Pep's Arteta dig
Pep Guardiola has fired a brutal dig towards Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta.
Referee Simon Hooper sparked controversy when he pulled the game back for a foul on Erling Haaland when Jack Grealish was through on goal in the 94th minute despite initially playing advantage.
Asked about Hooper's call at the end of the game, he said: "Next question."
He then pulled a smirk, before adding: "I will not do a Mikel Arteta [style] comment."
Martinelli's form
Mikel Arteta isn't worried about the form of Gabriel Martinelli, who has only managed to find the back of the net once in the league this season.
"No I think he’s been unlucky in certain moments", Arteta said when asked about the Brazilian's drop off in goals.
"Today he had two big chances as well. The contribution he has in the team is immense.
"I’m really happy for him."
Neighbours doing us a favour
Cheering a Spurs goal is not something Arsenal fans would do usually.
But you can bet a few Gooners raised their arms aloft when Dejan Kulusevski's 90th minute strike secured a draw for the away side against Man City.
The Gunners are now three points clear of City at the top.
Fulham star targeted
Arsenal have emerged as shock candidates to sign Joao Palhinha, according to the reports.
The AFC Newsroom revealed on X that a move in January is being explored.
A post read: "Understand that João Palhinha has emerged as a potential target for Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal in the transfer market but it is more likely to be a summer transfer if they go for it. One to keep an eye on."
Player ratings
Bukayo Saka shone for the Gunners against Wolves yesterday.
Read SunSport's player ratings here:
Arsenal vs Wolves
The Gunners dominated Saturday's match against Wolves despite the scoreline.
Arsenal's next five games
The Gunners return to action on Tuesday to face Luton.
Fans left stunned at legend's outfit during draw
Arsenal legend Ian Wright drew comparisons to the Michelin man thanks to his huge winter coat.
Wright was at the Silverlake Stadium as non-league Eastleigh hosted Reading in the FA Cup second round.
And fans could not take their eyes off the pundit's massive jacket, which is a Moncler and Adidas hybrid costing nearly £2,000.
One said: "Ian Wright borrowing the Michelin Man’s winter coat for the live FA Cup game today."
Another added: "Are we going to have a chat about Ian Wright's coat?"
One joked: "I don't think Ian Wright's coat is big enough…"
Credit: ITV Odegaard voted Player of the Match
Martin Odegaard was voted Arsenal's Player of the Match following yesterday's clash with Wolves.
Credit: Getty
Timber gives injury update
Jurrien Timber provided fans with an injury update ahead of Saturday's match against Wolves.
He told Arsenal's The Breakdown: "I'm feeling good. Progressing well. Recovering well. It won't be whole season, I hope.
"I'm making a good progress."
Credit: Getty Fans say FA Cup draw is 'fixed'
Arsenal fans reckon the FA Cup third round draw is "fixed" after landing a considerably harder tie than their rivals.
The Gunners will host Liverpool in the pick of the bunch.
Meanwhile, Chelsea welcome Preston North End, Manchester United travel to Wigan and City play Huddersfield at home.
It left some Gooners irked and believing the draw was "rigged" and "fixed."
One said: "Arsenal vs Liverpool in FA cup third round draw! Whereas man united have Wigan away, Man City have Huddersfield. That is fixed."
Another added: "Liverpool in the FA Cup third round. What a surprise. Another year, another rigged cup draw.."
One fumed: "This FA cup draw is rigged. What are the odds of playing City & Liverpool back to back years in the 3rd round."
Another raged: "How about that. ANOTHER rigged FA Cup draw."
FA Cup third round draw
Arsenal will face Liverpool in their FA Cup third round match.
The match will take place across the weekend of Saturday, January 6 and Sunday, January 7.
Match stats
The Gunners sealed another win over Wolves yesterday.
