Arsenal is eyeing a move for Everton midfielder Amadou Onana in the January transfer window to strengthen their squad amid a series of disappointing results under Mikel Arteta. The Gunners, trailing five points behind Liverpool in the Premier League, are also reeling from three winless games.
The FA Cup exit further compounded their woes, with a 2-0 defeat to league leaders Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium. Ineffective finishing by players like Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka, and Reiss Nelson added to Arsenal’s frustration.
Despite the calls for a potent striker such as Ivan Toney or Dusan Vlahovic to reignite their title challenge, there’s an unexpected mention of Onana as a potential target. Arteta seeks depth in midfield, especially due to Thomas Partey’s ongoing injury concerns, and Onana’s impressive display against Arsenal last season hasn’t escaped his notice.
During Everton’s victory over Arsenal at Goodison Park, Onana showcased his prowess, dominating the midfield battle and neutralizing the influence of Arsenal’s key players like Martin Odegaard, Granit Xhaka, and Partey. His impactful performance, comprising eight ball recoveries, five ground duels, four tackles, and two interceptions, alongside creating a vital scoring opportunity for Everton, caught Arteta’s attention.
Amidst talks of a £50 million Arsenal move, competition arises from Manchester United and other interested clubs. Adding fuel to the speculation, Onana’s sister and agent, Melissa, shared an Instagram story suggesting her presence in London, intensifying the transfer rumors.
