Douglas Luiz transfer makes perfect sense for Arsenal as Edu eyes Thomas Partey replacement
Arsenal and other Premier League sides will be beginning their preparations for the January transfer window, which is now just seven weeks away. Mikel Arteta's side spent heavily over the summer, splashing in excess of £200million to recruit Kai Havertz, Jurrien Timber and Declan Rice on permanent deals.
David Raya also arrived at the Emirates Stadium on a season-long loan deal, with the north Londoners having the option to buy the Spanish international as well. But that influx of talent hasn't stopped speculation regarding additional signings being made in January, with a number of central midfielders mooted as potential targets.
Gunners star Thomas Partey is currently sidelined due to injury and football.london understands that the 30-year-old has since undergone a procedure. Partey's latest setback will keep him out for the remainder of the year with participation for Ghana in AFCON next year possibly meaning he will not play a prominent role again at club level until February 2024
football.london understands that one of the players Arsenal are looking at is Martin Zubimendi of Real Sociedad. Zubimendi has a €60million (£52million) release clause in his contract, however, it is thought that he is happy at the Reale Arena and not looking to move in January — as things stand.
Another player that has been linked in recent times is Aston Villa's Douglas Luiz. According to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, the Brazilian international is regarded as the «perfect midfielder,» while his «many different factors» make him «top of the list» for Arteta and Sporting Director Edu.
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