Arsenal's Premier League title hopes have been hit by a Christmas wobble, which could prompt the club to dip into the January transfer market.

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The Gunners recruited well in the summer, with Declan Rice the pick of their signings, but it looks more competitive than ever at the top of the table with Liverpool back to their best, Aston Villa in the mix and Manchester City ready to roar into life.

Mikel Arteta will be eager to avoid a repeat of last season's title charge collapsing in the final weeks and additions in the winter window could be the difference in their pursuit of a first league triumph in two decades.

RadioTimes.com has rounded up the latest Arsenal transfer news, rumours and confirmed deals below.

Arsenal transfer news and rumours

Updated: January 30th 2024

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A lack of firepower through the middle is hampering Arsenal's title bid so a new striker is top of the agenda for Mikel Arteta.

Ivan Toney has repeatedly been linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium, although Brentford are thought to value their main man in excess of £100 million. Juventus forward Dusan Vlahovic has also been talked about as a potential option.

Napoli's Victor Osimhen is also on Arsenal's radar, with the forward set to leave Serie A in the summer. A move for the Nigeria wouldn't be cheap, however, he could be the goalscorer that the Gunners are crying out for.

Borja Mayoral of Getafe is another option for Arteta, however, it's claimed Arsenal don't have the funds to pay his release clause this month, meaning it could be one to keep an eye on in the summer.

It's claimed the forward is available for around £22million, however, Arsenal would have to sell players to raise funds for a move.

Meanwhile, Arteta is looking for long-term defensive recruits and Arsenal are plotting a move for Ajax teenager Jorrel Hato, who has become a first-team regular despite being just 17 years of age.

Brentford loanee David Raya is also set to become a permanent addition, with a pre-agreed £27 million deal in the bag. That could see Aaron Ramsdale attract interest if he continues to play second fiddle.

A lack of minutes has seen Emile Smith Rowe linked with a departure, but he is reportedly not available.

Arsenal transfer done deals

Fees approximate, based on reports.

IN

January 2024

None

OUT

January 2024

Tyreece John-Jules (Derby County) Loan

IN

Summer 2023

  • Declan Rice (West Ham) £105m
  • Kai Havertz (Arsenal) £65m
  • Jurrien Timber (Ajax) £38m
  • David Raya (Brentford) Loan

OUT

Summer 2023

  • Granit Xhaka (Bayer Leverkusen) £21m
  • Pablo Marí (Monza) £4.2m
  • Nikolaj Moller (FC St. Gallen) Undisclosed
  • Mazeed Ogungbo (Barrow) Undisclosed
  • Ben Cottrell (NS Mura) Undisclosed
  • Matt Turner (Nottingham Forest) Undisclosed
  • Auston Trusty (Sheffield United) Undisclosed
  • Marquinhos (Nantes) Loan
  • Kieran Tierney (Real Sociedad) Loan
  • Mauro Bandeira (Colchester United) Loan
  • Alex Runarsson (Cardiff) Loan
  • Ainsley Maitland-Niles (Released)
  • Matt Smith (Released)
  • Joel Ideho (Released)
  • George Lewis (Released)
  • Tom Smith (Released)
  • Zach Awe (Released)
  • Kaleel Green (Released)
  • Alexandar Kovacevic (Released)
  • Tino Quamina (Released)
  • Mathaeus Roberts (Released)

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