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      Arsenal set for ‘special’ January transfer window as they target both Dominik Szoboszlai and Houssem Aouar

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      ARSENAL are tipped to pull off a ‘special’ deal in January and could land Dominik Szoboszlai, according to reports.
      Mikel Arteta’s side are floundering in 14th place and could return to the market next month.

      Dominik Szoboszlai has caught the eye with his performances for club and countryCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Arsenal may decide to rekindle their interest in Houssem AouarCredit: AFP or licensors

      Houssem Aouar was a major target during the club’s busy summer spree but chose to stick with Lyon.
      More recently, RB Salzburg star Szoboszlai has caught the eye of the Gunners.
      According to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, the winger has been on Arsenal’s radar for a number of years.
      And he told Que Golazo Podcast that something ‘special’ is brewing at Emirates Stadium ahead of the window opening.

      Multiple outlets have reported on the interest in 20-year-old prodigy Szoboszlai.
      The midfielder scored a spectacular last-minute winner to send Hungary to Euro 2020 in their recent play-off with Iceland.

      He has also made a splash in the Champions League, netting against Lokomotiv Moscow and Atletico Madrid before suffering a horror miss in the defeat to Bayern Munich.

      In total, the Salzburg star has eight goals and nine assists in 2020-21.
      The Austrian side’s sister team, RB Leipzig, and Tottenham are also rumoured to be keen on Szoboszlai.
      Whether he can help Arteta’s side soon is another matter however, with Salzburg said to want their man back on loan until the summer.
      Arsenal could certainly do with attacking reinforcements pronto having slipped down the table.
      Only the three teams in the relegation zone have scored fewer goals than the Gunners, who face rivals Spurs on the weekend.
      Former Premier League star Roy Keane even remarked after the defeat to Wolves that Arteta is facing a relegation battle.
      Looking ahead to the North London derby, he said: “The [games] all seem big at the moment, don’t they?

      “Maybe that might be the best game for them to have next… it’s a derby and it’s away, so less pressure than at home.
      With a smile, he added: “But Arsenal… I still think they have enough to stay up.
      “I think they’ll be strong enough to stay in the division.”
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      Barcelona include Arsenal ace Mustafi and Chelsea’s Rudiger on January transfer shortlist but Eric Garcia is No1 target

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      RONALD KOEMAN is formulating his January wishlist with Shkodran Mustafi one name being eyed by the Barcelona boss.
      Injuries to two stars will dominate the Catalans’ transfer business with centre-back Gerard Pique and striker Ansu Fati out until the spring.

      Shkodran Mustafi has been linked with a move to BarcelonaCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Antonio Rudiger of Chelsea is also struggling for first-team opportunities in EnglandCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Memphis Depay is reportedly still Koeman’s preference for a new attacker.
      But the club’s desperate financial situation, plus the wealth of other options available to the coach, may make the Dutchman’s switch unlikely.
      Pique’s injury, Ronald Araujo’s absence, Samuel Umtiti’s long-term knee problem and a recent knock to Clement Lenglet may see a centre-back favoured.
      According to Mundo Deportivo, Koeman has told the club that former Barcelona academy star Eric Garcia is his preferred target.

      Manchester City put up a considerable fight to keep the Spaniard in the summer and may continue to do so, even if he can leave for free when his contract expires in June.
      Should Garcia remain out of reach, a defender with top-level European experience is thought to be the objective.

      Arsenal’s Shkodran Mustafi and Chelsea’s Antonio Rudiger are named as two alternatives.
      Neither player is prominent in their manager’s thoughts with Mustafi limited to Europa League outings following his disastrous Premier League return against Leicester.

      Likewise, Rudiger has been regularly benched by Frank Lampard with just one league outing to his name.
      Vital in any Barcelona bid is the upcoming presidential election, taking place on January 24.

      Eric Garcia is thought to want to leave Manchester CityCredit: AP:Associated Press

      Tuesday’s Mundo Deportivo highlights Barcelona’s continued desire for the youngster

      The new chief could decide to forego the club’s ailing economics to oversee a spending spree in the final days of the window.
      However, Koeman has been getting on relatively well without Pique and Fati.
      Academy prospect Oscar Mingueza, 21, stepped into the defence for the 4-0 wins over Dynamo Kyiv and Osasuna.
      And unwanted forward Martin Braithwaite has also made his mark, netting three goals in the past week.
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      Arsenal transfer target Houssem Aouar ‘axed from Lyon squad after refusing to train’ as Arteta eyes another swoop

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      ARSENAL target Houssem Aouar has been axed from the Lyon squad after refusing to train, according to reports in France.
      L’Equipe claim the 22-year-old’s relationship with his club’s hierarchy is now under strain following a clash at the weekend.

      Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar is set to be dropped for their clash against Reims this weekendCredit: AFP or licensors

      The report adds that Aouar was left unhappy at being an unused substitute in Lyon’s 1-0 win over Angers on Sunday.
      As a result, the France international is said to have refused to take part in the post-game protocol of warming down with his team-mates.
      Aouar allegedly cited the poor condition of the pitch as why he opted against leaving the dressing room – which he retreated to before the final whistle – to take part in the half-hour drill.
      Yet Lyon staff were said to be ‘annoyed’ by the attacker’s decision especially considering the squad had been given a day off on Monday.

      The Ligue 1 outfit’s sporting director Juninho and director of football Vincent Ponsot are now set to drop Aouar for the game against Reims this weekend as punishment for his actions.
      Aouar was close to joining Arsenal in the summer transfer window before the Gunners turned their attention to Thomas Partey.
      The midfielder claimed last month that he wasn’t disappointed by Lyon’s refusal to sell him and insisted he was happy to stay at his boyhood club.
      But SunSport previously reported that Mikel Arteta is expected to launch another bid to sign Aouar after falling short this year.

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      The Spaniard wanted to sign French ace Aouar and Chelsea vice-captain Jorginho before the transfer deadline as well as Thomas Partey.
      Blues star Jorginho revealed last month his representatives held talks with Arsenal.
      However, the midfielder’s agent Joao Santos has now hinted at another reunion with former Blues boss Maurizio Sarri if he gets a new job. More