Amidst a challenging Premier League season, Arsenal looks to the January transfer window, eyeing West Ham's Mohammed Kudus as a key addition to bolster their squad, while facing interest in Leandro Trossard from Al-Ittihad.
As Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal tackle a tough Premier League season, the club is focusing on the January transfer window for potential reinforcements. Among their main targets is West Ham's Mohammed Kudus, a talented winger who could provide Arsenal with a boost in their title quest. Meanwhile, Leandro Trossard has reportedly caught the interest of Saudi club Al-Ittihad, which did not succeed in acquiring the 29-year-old winger during the last window but now seems ready to come back with a £40 million offer.
The interest from Arsenal in Kudus, who is 24, isn't new; the club looked into signing the Ghanaian international prior to his move from Ajax to West Ham for £40 million last year. Now, with interest from the Saudi Pro League in Trossard and a potential offer forthcoming, Arsenal is again considering Kudus as a valuable addition to Arteta's squad. In spite of recent controversies, Kudus has demonstrated his attacking skills since joining West Ham. Having scored 16 goals and assisted seven more in 55 appearances, his influence at the London Stadium is evident.
However, his recent red card against Tottenham, where he had a heated clash with several Spurs players, has drawn extra scrutiny as he faces potential further disciplinary action from the FA. While West Ham achieved a victory against Manchester United without Kudus, their following 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest highlighted how critical the Ghanaian player can be in important matches. His skill and speed with the ball could prove to be assets for Arsenal, particularly as they seek versatile players who can occupy various attacking positions.
On the other side, Trossard's future at Arsenal remains uncertain. The Belgian international, who joined from Brighton in January 2023, has contributed significantly, scoring 20 goals across 80 appearances. With just 18 months left on his contract, Al-Ittihad's renewed interest places Arsenal in a position to assess Trossard's value and possibly fund a move for Kudus with the incoming transfer fee. Notably, Premier League title contenders Liverpool and Manchester City are also rumored to have their eyes on Kudus, which could prompt Arsenal to act quickly.
A potential £90 million deal would represent another significant investment for Arsenal under Arteta's leadership. The club's readiness to spend, as demonstrated by summer signings like Declan Rice and Kai Havertz, highlights their ambition to build a squad capable of competing at the highest level. Adding Kudus would not only enhance their roster but also show their intent to rival the best teams. With the January transfer window approaching, Arsenal's decisions regarding Trossard and Kudus could shape the second half of their season. Whether or not the Gunners finalize a deal, it's evident that Arteta’s Arsenal will continue to seek opportunities to bolster their title challenge.
