Arsenal LIVE transfer news: Latest news & rumours
Arsenal are enjoying their finest season in years but face a defining January as they seek Premier League glory.
Mikel Arteta's side most recently progressed from their third round FA Cup tie with Oxford on Monday and lead Manchester City by five points at the summit of England's top flight.
There has been plenty of speculation regarding players who could be drafted in at the Emirates Stadium to boost their title chances in the second half of the season, with Europa League glory also a possibility.
Here's all the Arsenal news you need this Wednesday.
On this edition of TCOAG, Harry Symeou looks back on Oxford United 0-3 Arsenal in the FA Cup third round. We also discuss the latest on Mykhailo Mudryk, have the Gunners made progress in their negotiations & the news João Felix is Chelsea bound.
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Gabriel Jesus posts injury update before north London derby
Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus posted a brief fitness update on Wednesday.
Summer signing Jesus injured his knee during the World Cup and is expected to miss another month before returning to full training.
He won't be in action as Arsenal continue their Premier League title hunt at rivals and Champions League hopefuls Tottenham on Sunday, but did provide a brief update on his Instagram page of him on a gym bicycle alongside the caption: "5 weeks."
That could be a target return date, though it's more likely he's referring to the knee surgery he had back in December.
Mudryk pictured in Shakhtar Donetsk training
💪🏻 Bring it on! We are starting our preparation for the second half of the season 🧡#Shakhtar pic.twitter.com/27N7guEbQu
— FC SHAKHTAR ENGLISH (@FCShakhtar_eng) January 11, 2023
There was no Grant Shapps-style photoshopping from Shakhtar Donetsk's social media admin on Wednesday morning - they showed Arsenal target Mykhailo Mudryk in the midst of the training group as they gear up for the second half of the season.
Shakhtar are currently second in the Ukrainian Premier League, with Mudryk the competition's third top scorer this season with seven strikes.
FA investigating FA Cup fixture for spot-fixing
The Football Association has opened an investigation into alleged spot-fixing during Arsenal's win at Oxford.
Suspicious betting patterns surrounding Ciaron Brown's 59th-minute booking for a foul on Bukayo Saka are being investigated.
Arsenal linked with Barça defender
William Saliba and Gabriel have formed an excellent defensive partnership this season, but Arsenal are still being linked with a new centre back, admittedly by sketchy sources.
Fichajes says the Gunners are eyeing Barcelona defender Eric Garcia, who previously worked with Arteta at City.
Forest close in on Arsenal target
Nottingham Forest are closing in on the signing of a former Arsenal target.
90min understands Forest have almost signed Danilo from Palmeiras, having recently welcomed Gustavo Scarpa from the Brazilian side.
He had previously been watched by Arsenal and Monaco.
Arteta gives Bukayo Saka injury update
Mikel Arteta moved to dispel any fears of an injury to star winger Bukayo Saka after he was withdrawn on Monday night.
Saka was substituted with what appeared to be a knee problem with the Gunners 2-0 up before they netted their third goal of the evening.
However, Arteta quickly revealed: “He is fine, he was fine."
Mikel Arteta reacts to Eddie Nketiah display at Oxford
Mikel Arteta praised Eddie Nketiah following the 3-0 FA Cup win at Oxford on Monday night.
The striker netted twice in the victory and has stepped up to the challenge since Gabriel Jesus was ruled out of contention with a serious knee injury.
"He's been patient when he needed to be but as well he's been with the right mindset and preparing himself for this moment.
"That's why I think he looks ready and why he's performing the way he is."
Arsenal target yet to agree new contract
Youssoufa Moukoko is yet to agree a new contract with Borussia Dortmund, with clubs around Europe taking notice of his situation.
90min understands it is increasingly likely the young attacker will leave BVB this summer. He wants around €200,000-a-week but has been offered just over half of that, while the club is also reluctant to include a release clause in any new contract.