Arsenal still have the opportunity to make crucial transfer decisions despite the closure of the Premier League’s transfer window. The Turkish transfer market remains open until September 18, presenting the Gunners with a final chance to offload some players and further balance their squad.
One player who could be on the move is Thomas Partey. The Ghanaian midfielder was rumored to be on his way out of Arsenal during the summer, but he ended up staying at the club. With Declan Rice recently receiving a red card, Partey is expected to start in the upcoming North London derby against Tottenham. However, his future at Arsenal remains uncertain, and a late transfer to Turkey could still be a possibility, although it seems less likely given the current situation.
Another player facing an uncertain future is Jakub Kiwior. The Polish defender has not featured for Arsenal this season, and the return of Jurrien Timber and the arrival of Riccardo Calafiori have pushed him further down the pecking order for both the left-back and center-back positions. With Kieran Tierney also sidelined due to injury, Kiwior’s chances of getting regular playing time appear slim. If a Turkish club expresses interest, Arsenal might consider letting him go, especially since the club had already suggested that he might be surplus to requirements when they loaned him out to Real Sociedad last season.
While it’s unclear whether Arsenal will actually make any sales to Turkey before the window closes, the possibility remains. Arsenal’s sporting chief Edu could still look to further balance the books by offloading players who are unlikely to play a significant role this season. However, any potential departures will depend on whether Turkish clubs are willing to make a move in the coming days.
Overall, Arsenal’s transfer activity this summer has seen them generate around £70 million in player sales, resulting in a net spend of just about £22 million. According to Transfermarkt, this places the Gunners tenth in the Premier League’s spending table for the summer. However, with the Turkish window still open, Arsenal have a final opportunity to potentially climb the ranks by making a few more sales.
As the Turkish transfer window remains open, Arsenal could still face offers from Super Lig clubs for some of their players. While it’s uncertain whether any deals will materialize, the possibility of further departures cannot be ruled out. With the Turkish market still accepting transfer arrivals, Arsenal might receive inquiries and approaches from clubs looking to bolster their squads before the window closes.
In the end, Arsenal’s transfer decisions will likely hinge on the club’s current needs and the potential to generate additional funds. While the likelihood of any significant departures seems low, the door remains open for Arsenal to make a few last-minute moves before the Turkish transfer window shuts.