ARTETA FACES JANUARY DECISION AS ARSENAL CONSIDER POSSIBLE EXIT

Mikel Arteta and Arsenal could face important decisions during the January 2027 transfer window, with the club continuing to assess the futures and development of several first-team and young players.

One name attracting attention is 16-year-old Max Dowman. According to talkSPORT, Arsenal are considering whether a loan move could benefit the teenager during the second half of the season.

Dowman impressed with two goals in Arsenal’s Carabao Cup victory over Ipswich, but any loan decision would depend on what Arteta and the club believe is best for his development.

The situation is different for Viktor Gyökeres. Recent reporting from Football365, citing journalist Ben Jacobs, says Arteta is currently expected to keep the Swedish striker at Arsenal for the full season.

Although there has been speculation about his long-term future, there is no confirmed information that Gyökeres is set to leave Arsenal in January.

Arsenal are therefore likely to continue monitoring the squad before making decisions when the winter transfer window opens.

Any departure will depend on factors including playing opportunities, player development and the club’s assessment of its squad needs.

For now, Arsenal supporters should treat claims about January exits carefully, particularly when no agreement has been confirmed by the club or the player.

Source: talkSPORT / Football365

Arsenal fans, which player do you think could leave on loan in January?