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Mykhaylo Mudryk has denied he sent a transfer message to Chelsea as Arsenal close in on a full agreement with Shakhtar Donetsk, according to reports.

[several journalists have said that Mudryk wants the move to Arsenal](https://www.football365.com/news/agent-tells-arsenal-minimal-chance-signing-mudryk-shakhtar-january) and [now Sport Arena claim that](https://sportarena.com/uk/footboll/apl/shahtar-i-arsenal-obgovoryuyut-spivvidnoshennya/) the Gunners and Shakhtar are ‘close to agreeing on the full amount of the transfer’. There has been speculation that Mudryk would prefer a move to Premier League leaders Arsenal over Chelsea with a screenshot recently appearing on Instagram of Mudryk telling a follower that he doesn’t want to move to Stamford Bridge. The Gunners and the Blues have been battling it out over the last couple of weeks for Mudryk with Mikel Arteta’s side still appearing to lead the race for the Shakhtar Donetsk winger.

Despite Chelsea's best efforts to derail Arsenal's pursuit of Mykhailo Mudryk it appears we are edging towards a deal with Shakhtar Donetsk for the ...

In the meantime, [“The problem is we have only one [striker]!”](https://arseblog.news/2023/01/arteta-eddie-is-getting-better-but-only-one-striker-is-a-problem/) [followed up with another approach](https://arseblog.news/2023/01/report-arsenal-table-increased-offer-for-mudryk/) that was also turned down.

Arsenal are on the brink of reaching an agreement to sign Mykhaylo Mudryk after talks overnight reportedly saw Edu finally secure a transfer breakthrough.

And the Gunners boss is hoping he can get his hands on a new midfielder as he seeks cover for Thomas Partey and Granit Xhaka. And that remains around just how much of the fee is paid in bonuses. In order to boost their hopes, the Gunners boss is desperate to add to his side. To that end, they have quickly honed in on the signing of Mudryk. The Gunners, though, always believed he can be prised away for much less and have remain unfazed in the pursuit. Gunners boss Mikel Arteta has made no secret of his wish to strengthen his title-chasing squad.

Arsenal has set up a fourth-round match with English Premier League title rival Manchester City in the FA Cup by beating third-tier Oxford 3-0.

It will be the first of three games in a three-month span between the top two clubs in the country this season, with league meetings scheduled for February and April. Four of them were knocked out by lower-league teams. Nketiah rounded the goalkeeper and slotted into an empty net after running onto Vieira’s pass for his first goal, then provided a deft chipped finish for his second off Gabriel Martinelli's through-ball.

Emile Smith Rowe has revealed he is "itching" to make an impact in Arsenal's title bid this season after making his long awaited return from injury.

So it was really tough, but I managed to get through it and I am just happy I’m fully fit now." I had a successful surgery and I am feeling really good. WHAT THEY SAID: It’s been a tough few months for the 21-year-old, but now he is back and has vowed to try and make his mark.

Once the deadlock was broken by Elneny, with a bullet header from a Fabio Vieira free kick in the 63rd minute, Arsenal were too strong for Oxford.

"Eddie is scoring goals and contributing to the way we play and I am delighted for him. It was the Egyptian's first goal for his club since May 2021. Arsenal have now won their last 14 FA Cup ties against sides from outside the top-two divisions of English football.

A brace from Eddie Nketiah and a goal by Mohamed Elneny helped Arsenal setup a fourth round clash with Manchester City as they defeated Oxford United 3-0 on ...

The Gunners would then make it 2-0 in 70th minute through Nketiah as Vieira was once again in the thick of things. But second-choice goalkeeper Matt Turner was up to the task and was able to thwart the danger. Oxford were resilient during the first half and provided Arteta and his team with a few worrying moments and a lot to think about.

Arsenal may be top of the Premier League but it's clear that Mikel Arteta's squad will need reinforcements if the Gunners are to sustain their title ...

The Arsenal manager has stated that the club is active in the transfer market GOAL takes a look below and ranks each area in terms of importance... Arsenal’s strength in depth has been the topic of much discussion since

Mikel Arteta does not have the same luxury as Pep Guardiola in terms of squad depth which could come back to bite the Gunners in their Premier League title ...

Former manager Arsene Wenger was a huge fan of Lemar's and pushed to sign the Frenchman - but a deal hinged on Alexis Sanchez moving to City. football.london understands Arsenal have already agreed personal terms with Leicester star Youri Tielemans, but [would prefer to wait until the summer to sign him on a free](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/youri-tielemans-arsenal-transfer-january-22735123) transfer when his current contract expires. There is a lack of quality in depth in the midfield at the Emirates Stadium but Lemar's arrival could significantly improve Arteta's options should Granit Xhaka, Martin Odegaard or Thomas Partey suffer a long-term injury. His creative flair and attacking ability has now been paired with a relentless work ethic which has seen him morph into a brilliant box-to-box midfielder, something Arsenal could definitely use. Arsenal may be prioritising a move for Mykhaylo Mudryk in the January transfer window but there are other areas of the squad that need improving. The £45million summer signing's absence has been eased by Eddie Nketiah's impressive form since the Premier League resumed on Boxing Day, with the youngster scoring five goals in his last five appearances.

The Gunners are hopeful of beating Chelsea to January deal for Ukraine winger, who is now in Turkey for mid-season work.

[Arsenal have had two bids rejected for Mudryk](/sport/football/mudryk-arsenal-transfer-news-chelsea-fc-b1051810.html), with the second of those worth around £60million, but they remain in negotiations with Shakhtar. Mudryk has expressed a desire to join Arsenal. [ykhaylo Mudryk](/topic/mykhaylo-mudryk) has travelled with [Shakhtar Donetsk](/topic/shakhtar-donetsk) to their mid-season training camp as [Arsenal](/topic/arsenal) seek a breakthrough in talks for the winger.

Emile Smith Rowe spoke to the media following his return to the pitch in our FA Cup win over Oxford.

"I've been itching to get out there and play with the boys," he said. I had a successful surgery and I am really feeling really good." "We are feeling really good at the moment. "I was pretty much with them from the start after surgery. But right now, I just need to focus on Arsenal and getting some more minutes. I am just going to kick on from here."

The potential signing of Mykhaylo Mudryk could signal the start of a busy January transfer window for the Gunners as further incomings and outgoings are ...

A loan move for Marquinhos cannot be ruled out should Arteta strengthen his frontline, with the Brazilian unlikely to gain many minutes as a result. After scoring five goals and registering three assists, the club will be wary of holding back Marquinhos’ development, making a loan departure a preferable solution. Despite interest cooling, Tielemans could still be an option after Brendan Rodgers suggested that any Leicester City player who does not want to be at the club should be sold. Prior to Chelsea’s breakthrough with Felix, there had been suggestions that Arsenal wanted him as well as Mudryk, potentially indicating that another forward could be on the radar. If there is an opportunity to bring summer plans forward and acquire a player who makes the team stronger, it will be seriously considered. [Marquinhos](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/arteta-marquinhos-mudryk-arsenal-transfer-25905251) and Cedric the most likely to depart. Chelsea had also shown an interest in the Ukrainian international and even After a relatively quiet start to the January transfer window, it appears clubs are beginning to make their moves. [Arteta](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/mikel-arteta-arsenal-transfer-mudryk-25932754) reiterated the need to “maximise every window”. [closing in on the loan signing of Joao Felix](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/chelsea-joao-felix-transfer-agreement-25932901) as well as reportedly holding strong interest in Marcus Thuram and [Noni Madueke.](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/noni-madueke-chelsea-mudryk-transfer-25937812) [eases the need for more than one attacking reinforcement](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/emile-smith-rowe-arsenal-transfer-25936045). [Mykhaylo Mudryk](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-edu-mykhaylo-mudryk-transfer-25936690), the first being £55million including add-ons.

Arsenal currently sit at the top of the Premier League after a superb season so far but they are still expected to be active this month. The January.

Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Bet £10 & Get £50 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. [Arsenal](https://talksport.com/sport/football/team/113203/arsenal/), [Chelsea](https://talksport.com/sport/football/team/113034/chelsea/), [Spurs](https://talksport.com/sport/football/team/113181/tottenham-hotspur/). [Tielemans has ‘his heart set on Arsenal’](https://talksport.com/football/1258279/mykhaylo-mudryk-youri-tielemans-arsenal-transfer-news/), leaving Arteta in co in a prime position to approach the Belgian. [opened talks to sign Lazio midfielder Milinkovic-Savic](https://talksport.com/football/1278539/arsenal-sergej-milinkovic-savic-lazio-talks/). He has been linked to the Gunners and Manchester United previously but a move to the Premier League has never materialised. [Media Foot](https://mediafoot.net/arsenal-a-pris-contact-avec-le-real-madrid-info-media-foot/), the Belgian could make the move back to the Premier League after struggling in Spain. [after making two bids](https://talksport.com/football/1291346/arsenal-second-bid-mykhaylo-mudryk-shakhtar-donetsk/) they believe they are edging closer to making the signing. [the club are now ‘sweating’ over the deal](https://talksport.com/football/1296202/arsenal-chelsea-mykhailo-mudryk-torn-transfer-battle/), with Chelsea also looking to swoop for the Ukrainian. [Arsenal are now currently monitoring the winger’s situation](https://talksport.com/football/1298465/tottenham-transfer-news-brighton-leandro-trossard-arsenal-chelsea/) while talkSPORT understands that rivals Tottenham have a genuine interest in the Belgian.

Gabriel Magalhaes has been discussing the biggest challenge he has had to overcome at Arsenal and his 2022 World Cup snub by Brazil.

I have a strong mind and I'm a family person. The biggest difficulty I faced was the style of play, but I work a lot on a daily basis. I had my family close by, and at Arsenal everyone talked to me. Playing in such a difficult league and one of the best in the world. Since I arrived, I've learned a lot and certainly at the beginning it was difficult, but now it's better. [ESPN Brasil](https://www.espn.com.br/futebol/premier-league/artigo/_/id/11446536/gabriel-magalhaes-explica-como-arsenal-tenta-lidar-sem-gabriel-jesus-e-conta-receita-para-time-voar-na-temporada) of adjusting to the demands of life in England: “Arriving at a club like Arsenal makes all the difference and I'm very happy to be here.

Gabriel Magalhaes says Arsenal are taking things “step by step” as they look to secure a return to the Champions League for the first time since 2016.

On his time in London, he added: “Arriving at a club like Arsenal makes all the difference and I’m very happy to be here. “Since I arrived, I’ve learned a lot and while, certainly at the beginning, it was difficult, now it’s not so much. In several games we see what needs to be improved and that it helps us a lot. I have a good mind and I’m a family person. “Arteta always gives us confidence and we work a lot. And from the beginning, we knew it would be difficult.

Marseille midfielder Matteo Guendouzi, formerly of Arsenal, has reportedly received a contract offer from a Premier League club.

That said, he may eventually try to prove himself in the Premier League again after his failure to break through at Arsenal. He's made 78 appearances for Marseille in all competitions in just two seasons. They suspect Aston Villa are the interested club but have not confirmed the pursuit.

Mikel Arteta's Arsenal hit rock bottom last season with fans calling for him to be sacked, but now they're flying high after his rebuilding project was given ...

Everton's ownership should also look to the example of Arteta and Arsenal. [Owner Todd Boehly has backed Potter after this latest setback](/sport/football/article-11615745/ADRIAN-KAJUMBA-Graham-Potter-retains-FIRM-backing-Chelsea-owners-despite-slump-form.html), not least in the transfer market where the loan signing of Joao Felix is certainly a statement. Chelsea, Everton and others should pay attention. Over at Everton, Farhad Moshiri has been more than happy to chop and change. It makes Arteta's success at Arsenal - the product of patience and quiet building - all the more satisfying to see. Managers seem to be halfway to the sack before they've even taken charge of a game. Everton gave a good account of themselves before succumbing to Man United in the FA Cup Everton's fans have not turned on Lampard in the same way Chelsea's have on Potter, mainly due to the realisation that such a turnover of managers is more indicative of issues behind the scenes. Potter was never going to be the kind of manager who came in, shook things up and delivered a trophy within a few months. Many Arsenal fans were calling on the club's hierarchy to sack Arteta and let someone else have a go in the wake of damaging early season losses to Brentford, Chelsea and City. The vote of confidence in the January window will be welcome but it comes with the imperative that results need to improve - and fast. [Arsenal](/sport/teampages/arsenal.html) may well be sitting pretty at the top of the [Premier League](/sport/premierleague/index.html) but it's worth remembering they've been right down to the bottom and back up again.

An unnamed Premier League club have reportedly made an approach for Matteo Guendouzi months after his Arsenal exit.

And he is considering the chance to move on. However, Arteta has put together a brilliant squad which buys into what he wants. But he has been able to keep his career on track back in his home country. He has played 22 times in all competitions for Marseille. He did not play for the club again after that game against Brighton when the Premier League season restarted in 2020. It was no surprise to see Guendouzi leave the Emirates.

Arsenal supporters will get their first glimpse of the new Emirates Stadium wrap tomorrow, football.london understands. It was initially hoped that the ...

However, after months of consultations and design preparation, fans will finally get to see what the updated Emirates will look like during a special reveal event this evening. [Arsenal](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/) family feel to the ground. The previous artwork surrounding the Emirates was mainly player orientated, but the club hopes that the additional fan representation and inclusivity will provide more of an

Arsenal should be looking to sign Brighton & Hove Albion and Japan winger Kaoru Mitoma, Daily Express journalist Ryan Taylor has suggested to GiveMeSport.

[football](https://www.givemesport.com/football) news and rumours right here. Arsenal drew at home to Newcastle and it’s the end of the world for them at the moment. He’s a great option and a great player. Taylor told GiveMeSport: “You’ve got Mitoma and I do think someone like Arsenal should maybe look at him as an alternative for Mudryk. They were beaten 4-2 at home to Arsenal and nobody said a word. [ Fabrizio Romano](https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1612561610719244289), more talks between Shakhtar and Arsenal have taken place over the signing of Mudryk this week, with the Gunners’ second bid of £62m looking set to have been turned down by the Ukrainian giants at the beginning of the month, as per the [ Daily Mail](https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-11598145/Arsenals-62m-second-bid-Mykhaylo-Mudryk-set-REJECTED-Chelsea-offer-competition.html).

Shakhtar Donetsk winger Mykhaylo Mudryk could be closing in on a January transfer to Arsenal if recent reports are to be believed.

[CBS Sports](https://twitter.com/CBSSportsGolazo) last year, he said: "I do dream (of the Premier League). Now, [MediaFoot](https://mediafoot.net/mudryk-a-arsenal-tous-les-details-du-deal-en-negociation-info-media-foot/) have reported that Mudryk is close to signing a four-year contract at the Emirates Stadium with the option of another year and his proposed salary is said to work out at €7.5 million (£6.3 million) per season. I think every guy dreams about the Premier League. I like the way they play. This would mean the 22-year-old's weekly wage would be around £127,000 per week, a sum that would make him one of the club's highest earners. "We are really trying to improve the squad in every window," Arteta said earlier this month when asked about potential transfers.

The Gunners could target further attacking reinforcements this month despite the potential arrival of Mykhaylo Mudryk from Shakhtar Donetsk during the ...

Additionally, the 28-year-old is out of contract at the end of the season, making him a cheap and accessible option for clubs looking to strengthen in the coming weeks. Wolves' Pedro Neto is said to have admirers within the walls of London Colney but is again unlikely to be under consideration as he recovers from ankle surgery. So, with Felix on his way to Chelsea and Mudryk seemingly edging closer to Arsenal, who else could Mikel Arteta target should he want to sign not one but two forwards this month? However, Shakhtar have remained reluctant to soften their stance as they hold out for a fee closer to their valuation of around £88million. Instead, sporting director Edu has continued to focus on negotiations with Shakhtar Donetsk for Mudryk. [claimed progress had been made as the two clubs finally look to find an agreement](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-edu-mykhaylo-mudryk-transfer-25936690).

Mikel Arteta has already hinted that he will take necessary risks with his Arsenal team selection for this weekend's North London Derby against Tottenham ...

With 17 games of the Premier League season played for Arsenal, it means that Saka, Saliba and the rest of Arteta's squad have another two games to avoid a yellow card suspension. Not only were they risked in the Then there's Thomas Partey on two. The good news heading into this weekend's fixture is that [Gunners' 4-2 win over Brighton and Hove Albion on New Year's Eve](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/arsenal-brighton-martin-odegaard-zinchenko-25871141), Saka is now on four yellow cards in the Premier League this season and as a result, if booked against Spurs he will miss the Man United clash a week later. [Gabriel Jesus and Reiss Nelson will be the two Arsenal first-team players ruled out of the visit to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium through injury](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/saka-jesus-nelson-arsenal-injury-25935824) and it's almost certain they won't be back in time for the clash against the Red Devils, so the Spaniard knows what he will be working with.

Mikel Arteta has eased fears that Bukayo Saka could miss Sunday's north London derby, insisting the Arsenal winger "is fine" after an injury scare.

"It’s been four months since he played so I think it was the perfect game to give him some minutes to get off the blocks," Arteta said. WHAT THEY SAID: "Saka is fine," the Arsenal boss said after the victory at the Kassam Stadium. That raised concerns that he could miss this weekend's game at Tottenham, but Arteta insisted that the England international had not done anything serious.