Arsenal Midfielder Set for January Exit
Arteta Resigns to Losing Key Player
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has acknowledged the possibility of losing 25-year-old midfielder Mohamed Elneny in the January transfer window, as the Egyptian international reportedly seeks an exit from the Emirates Stadium.
According to The Athletic, Elneny has grown frustrated with his limited playing time at Arsenal and has expressed a desire to leave in search of regular first-team opportunities. The report also suggests that several clubs, including Turkish giants Galatasaray, are interested in acquiring his services.
Gründe für Elnenys Unzufriedenheit
Elneny has made just six appearances for Arsenal in all competitions this season, with only one start in the Premier League. The arrival of Thomas Partey from Atletico Madrid in October 2020 has pushed Elneny further down the pecking order, and he has struggled to break into the starting lineup consistently.
The Egyptian is seen as a valuable squad player by Arteta, who has praised his professionalism and versatility. However, Elneny is reportedly keen to play more regularly and believes a move away from Arsenal would give him the best chance to do so.
Arsenals Haltung
While Arteta is reluctant to lose Elneny, he is said to understand the player's desire for more playing time. The Arsenal manager has reportedly told Elneny that he will not stand in his way if he finds a suitable club.
However, Arsenal are unlikely to let Elneny leave on a free transfer, given that he has a contract until 2024. The Gunners are reportedly seeking a fee in the region of £10 million for the midfielder.
Fazit
The potential departure of Elneny would be a blow to Arsenal's squad depth, but it is understandable that the player wants to seek regular playing time at this stage of his career. Arteta will now have to decide whether to keep Elneny as a squad player or cash in on him in January.
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