As the summer transfer window heats up, Arsenal finds itself at the center of multiple transfer speculations. Two of the club's prominent players, Kieran Tierney and Thomas Partey, are making headlines, with potential moves to other clubs on the horizon.
Kieran Tierney, the Scottish left-back, has been linked with a move away from the Emirates Stadium after falling down the pecking order. The arrival of Oleksandr Zinchenko and the recent signing of Jurrien Timber has cast doubts over Tierney's future role in the team. While Manchester City and Newcastle United showed interest earlier this summer, recent reports suggest that West Ham is keen on acquiring the £30 million-rated defender. However, a potential stumbling block has emerged. Tierney, it seems, is not particularly interested in a move to the London Stadium. Newcastle's earlier interest waned after manager Eddie Howe felt the asking price set by Arsenal did not reflect Tierney's injury record.
On the other hand, Thomas Partey, the Ghanaian midfielder, is reportedly on the radar of Serie A giants, Juventus. Since his £45 million move from Atletico Madrid in 2020, Partey has been a pivotal figure for Arsenal. However, injuries and a dip in form during the latter part of the 2022/23 season have fueled speculations about his future. Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio reports that Juventus has been in talks with Partey and his agents.
The Turin-based club is keen on securing his services, especially if they proceed with the sale of their midfielder Zakaria to Monaco. Arsenal has signaled its willingness to negotiate, potentially allowing Juventus to acquire Partey if they genuinely desire him.
While the transfer rumors swirl, it's evident that Arsenal's management is keen on reshaping the squad for the upcoming 2023/24 season. The decisions made in this transfer window will undoubtedly have long-term implications for the club's ambitions and trajectory.
Both Tierney and Partey have made significant contributions to Arsenal. As the transfer saga unfolds, fans and pundits alike will be keenly watching how these potential moves pan out and what they mean for Arsenal's future.
