Arsenal Eyeing Bayern Munich Star for Potential Transfer

Arsenal’s representatives have been notified that a prominent Bayern Munich player is giving serious thought to a transfer to England. Mikel Arteta’s team is among the contenders vying to secure his services in the coming year.

The Gunners are set to face Ipswich Town at the Emirates Stadium this evening, a day later than most Premier League fixtures. This scheduling was arranged by Amazon Prime to spread out televised matches, with Arsenal’s game alongside Brentford versus Brighton airing tonight instead of on Boxing Day.

Arteta faces a selection challenge due to injuries. Bukayo Saka is sidelined with a knee injury, expected to be out for several weeks. The manager cannot turn to summer signing Raheem Sterling either, who is also nursing a knee problem. This situation may open opportunities for players like Kai Havertz or Gabriel Jesus to fill in on the right wing, or possibly give young talent Ethan Nwaneri more Premier League experience.

Off the pitch, Arsenal’s recruitment team is preparing for both the January and summer transfer windows. Bayern Munich left-back Alphonso Davies is on their radar. With Davies’ contract expiring next summer, he could potentially agree to a pre-contract with a Premier League club in January for a free transfer later in the year.

Sources close to the situation indicate that Arsenal, along with other top English clubs like Liverpool, Manchester City, Chelsea, and Manchester United, are interested in Davies. Agents have reportedly informed Arsenal that Davies is seriously considering a move to England. While Bayern Munich hopes to extend his contract, they are aware of the possibility of his departure.

This potential transfer is particularly intriguing as it could be a free transfer, making it an attractive proposition for Arsenal and other interested clubs. The situation remains fluid, with Bayern Munich reportedly eyeing AC Milan’s Theo Hernandez as a possible replacement should Davies decide to leave.