Arsenal hopeful of striking Cristhian Mosquera deal for under €20m, follows @handofozil.bsky.social. Valencia CB now prioritising #AFC move, had been Villa & Bournemouth interest. Joel Ordóñez among list of alternative options admired, alongside Marc Guehi. www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

Told RB Leipzig asked Slovenian FA to omit Benjamin Šeško from upcoming international games amid fear injury could jeopardise transfer. Šeško nursing knee issue since end of Bundesliga season, has followed rehabilitation programme. Not ruled out vs Bosnia. #AFC www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

Milos Kerkez has been in camp with Hungary today but did not train & boss Marco Rossi says he's not available vs Sweden. #AFCB technical director Simon Francis has been leading talks with Liverpool & is currently in USA but #LFC move is edging closer. www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

West Ham rebuff chance to negotiate potential multi-player swap deal with Chelsea for Mohammed Kudus. Separate sources suggest Kudus was initially floated towards #CFC & also offered to other PL clubs. Kudus' #WHUFC release clause only active July 1-10. www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

Arsenal expected to unveil signing of Martín Zubimendi in forthcoming weeks, subject to medical. #AFC www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

Bournemouth are stepping up their search for a new CB as PSG are expected to make formal approach for Illia Zabarnyi. Understand #AFCB are showing strong interest in Bologna defender Jhon Lucumi but face competition from AS Roma. Talks also ongoing with Rennes for left-back Adrien Truffert.

Jorrel Hato still on Arsenal's radar if they decide to strengthen backline this summer (will hinge on exits). Understand Andrea Berta yet to contact Joan Garcia's reps since he took SD role, suggesting alternative GK options might yet be considered. www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

Destiny Udogie claims Spurs can't afford to rest for Eintracht Frankfurt on Sunday against Wolves as they're desperate to climb the Premier League table. www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

Athletic Club president Jon Uriarte wants to offer Arsenal target Nico Williams new contract in bid to fend off mounting interest. Sources stress there are currently no active talks/negotiations between parties over an extension at this stage. #AFC www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

Spoke to Moisés Caicedo ahead of Arsenal vs Chelsea. He has languished Declan Rice in praise & also warned #AFC midfielder he won't be pulling out of tackles despite walking a disciplinary tightrope: "I'm going to fight for my team & for the badge." #CFC www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

Riccardo Calafiori is backing 'difference-maker' Bukayo Saka to breathe new life into Arsenal's season as Mikel Arteta's star winger targets return for blockbuster Champions League clash with Real Madrid. #AFC www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

Find Jordan Henderson’s return to the England fold utterly bemusing. Hasn’t been a regular starter for Ajax of late & hasn’t completed 90 minutes in the Eredivisie in almost six weeks. Really hard on Morgan Gibbs-White, Adam Wharton & Elliot Anderson.

Dean Henderson reveals Thomas Tuchel cranked up the pressure on Crystal Palace's England stars with pre-match text before Saturday's win over Ipswich. Eagles GK is relishing this week's Marbella training camp & Three Lions squad announcement. #CPFC www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

Barcelona & Bayer Leverkusen showing interest in Arsenal target Joan Garcia. Espanyol willing to consider bids below release clause this summer. Source close to player: "He will be No.1 in any team within 30 days." #AFC www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

Teams from the Emirates on another big afternoon... Arsenal: Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori; Partey, Rice, Odegaard; Nwaneri, Trossard, Merino. #AFC West Ham: Areola; Todibo, Kilman, Cresswell; Wan-Bissaka, Alvarez, Ward-Prowse, Scarles; Soucek, Kudus; Bowen. #WHUFC

EXCL: Alex Iwobi claims workaholic Marco Silva has got Fulham's band of brothers dreaming of Europe after winning the 'Snapchat derby' bragging rights. As music began pumping in the dressing room on Saturday, Silva huddled around his analyst's laptop. #FFC www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

At the Vitality for Bournemouth vs Liverpool. This has all the right ingredients for a fire-cracker. #AFCB #LFC

Mikel Arteta on transfers: "I'm very confident with the work the club is doing & we are exploring every single opportunity. We are trying everything that we can." #AFC

Mikel Arteta on injuries: "David [Raya] is still uncertain, Ben [White] is definitely out. There is no other news from Girona." Confirms David Raya is suffering from muscular issue. #AFC

Brighton have rejected a second bid from Al-Nassr for Kaoru Mitoma that was worth upwards of £70m. Seagulls insist player is settled & will now be staying at Amex. Not for sale. #BHAFC

Mikel Arteta’s press conference ahead of Sunday’s Premier League match vs Manchester City due to start shortly. #AFC

Personally, would be surprised to see Arsenal return with an improved bid for Ollie Watkins. Aston Villa insist he is not for sale & with Jhon Duran heading to Al Nassr, focus will be on strengthening attack. Villa upset by timing of leaks, Arsenal insist approach was not on Tuesday. #AVFC #AFC

West Ham & Bournemouth get Evan Ferguson boost as Victor Boniface's Al Nassr switch called off. Leverkusen were ready to push through move for Ferguson as replacement. Plus as reported by Fabrizio Romano, PSV have knocked back #WHUFC bid for Ricardo Pepi. #AFCB www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

Three Premier League clubs showing interest in Red Star Belgrade defender Nasser Djiga ahead of Feb 3rd deadline. Serbian sources suggest Nottingham Forest have explored permanent deal with potential sell-on clause. Djiga could play last game for RSB tomorrow vs Young Boys. #NFFC

Brighton also understood to be among long list of clubs in race to sign Rosenberg midfielder Sverre Nypan. Hefty competition from both home & abroad (Germany/Spain). Arsenal & Man City admirers. Decision on his future expected soon. #BHAFC www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

Brighton & Aston Villa among clubs interested in signing highly-rated South Korean teenage starlet Do-young Yun, whose representatives were at Bodymoor Heath for discussions earlier this week. #BHAFC #AVFC www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

Spoke to Son Heung-min after the North London Derby. He's determined to help drag Spurs up, off the canvas: "I'm here almost 10 years & have never been in this position, this kind of situation." Plus his love for "humble" & "amazing" Archie Gray. #THFC www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

Mikel Arteta making a clear point here about his lack of depth when quizzed on Liverpool's comeback at Brentford: "They managed to do that [win], they made the subs, they made the impact & changed the game. In our side it was the opposite." #AFC

Mikel Arteta asked if there is extra pressure to complete transfer business after losing key ground on Liverpool, says: "When you look at the performance I don't know how many teams are playing at this level in the league but when you look at the bench, we are very short." #AFC

Unai Emery on Kai Havertz handball: "I always respect VAR. Three weeks ago I didn't watch the clear penalty at Nottingham Forest. When we finished the match & I watched it, penalty. Today the same, I watched it & it touched his arm." #AVFC #AFC

That shaky display surely has to mark the end of Thomas Partey at right-back. Arsenal lack control in middle of the park when he plays there. Won last four PL matches he's started in midfield. No wins in last five PL games he's started at RB. Pretty damning. #AFC

Teams from the Emirates. Arsenal: Raya; Partey, Timber, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly; Rice, Merino, Odegaard; Martinelli, Trossard, Havertz. #AFC Aston Villa: Martinez; Cash, Konsa, Mings, Maatsen; Onana, Kamara; Rogers, Tielemans, Ramsey; Watkins. #AVFC

No William Saliba for Arsenal today vs Aston Villa. Suffered hamstring tightness against Spurs & misses out. Riccardo Calafiori did not arrive with squad, either. #AFC

Arsenal vs Aston Villa. Might only be January but still has the feel of another big day in the Premier League title race. #AFC #AVFC

Benjamin Šeško’s agent Elvis Basanovic indicates plan is for Slovenian striker to remain at RB Leipzig this month. Also says decision to stay last summer was “correct” & next step hinges on “who can offer Šeško the best platform for his development.” #AFC www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

Arsenal are missing Bukayo Saka more than ever. Raheem Sterling slowing game down & looks scared to drive at Djed Spence. Saka's efficiency with ball is always second to none, consistently makes things happen. Sterling lacking match sharpness & it shows. Struggling to do basics.

Told Abdukodir Khusanov has now been granted his visa after application submitted last week. Player still in Lens with entourage, preparing to travel to UK to finalise Manchester City move which should finally be formally announced later this week. #MCFC www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

If all goes to plan, told Lens defender Abdukodir Khusanov will undergo Manchester City medical on Friday. Uzbekistan international has been awaiting approval of his work permit. Agreement all sealed last week, £33.75m (€40m) plus potential bonuses. #MCFC www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

In defence of Mikel Arteta & the importance of context for those eagerly anticipating his demise. If 2nd in PL & 3rd in CL is a crisis, it shows how far Arsenal have come under his reign. Plus insight on strategy, transfers & adaptation behind scenes. #AFC

Bukayo Saka has been back around the Sobha Realty Training Centre following surgery. Mikel Arteta says Arsenal medical staff unable to determine injury was consequence of schedule but he's challenged winger to become "a better person" during lay-off. #AFC www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

Mikel Arteta has told disgruntled Arsenal fans to stick with his side — as their energy transmits to his players. Bullish Spaniard insists that all things considered, the Gunners are in a better position than they were at this stage of last season. #AFC www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

Mikel Arteta on new FA Cup ball: "Every ball is different, different flight, different feeling. It is not an excuse. We adapt to that. I'd never use it as an excuse." #AFC

Mikel Arteta asked if he's been speaking to board about transfers: "Those discussions are always happening. Even outside of the window, we have to plan for mid & long-term." #AFC

Mikel Arteta on what he looks for in a signing: "First of all someone that can impact the team. Bringing bodies doesn't help at all. They have to impact instantly & in this market that can be very, very difficult to achieve." #AFC

At Sobha Reality Training Centre to hear from Mikel Arteta ahead of Arsenal vs Manchester United. Updates shortly. #AFC

PSG believe they are close to reaching agreement with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia on personal terms. Sources close to player aware of Premier League interest. Price being mooted is €80m but Napoli expected to encourage auction as winger no longer untouchable. www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

Bit of background on Tottenham’s signing of Slavia GK Antonin Kinsky. Sources indicate initial plan was to pursue deal this summer before Vicario’s injury. Lange identified Kinsky via data algorithms, Spurs then sent scouts to watch him in the Europa League & he impressed. #THFC

EXCL w/Abdukodir Khusanov's representative Gairat Khasbiullin: "He deserves to play in the best clubs in Europe. We have a very good relationship with Lens & are on the same side - we want the best for the player." #MCFC www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

Whatever gifts Mikel Arteta unwraps this Christmas, the remarkable resurrection of Gabriel Jesus will take some topping. Report from Selhurst Park where Bukayo Saka left on crutches after Arsenal scored five goals for third time in eight games. #AFC #CPFC www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...

Bukayo Saka straight down tunnel after suffering right hamstring injury crossing ball. Maxence Lacroix tried to usher Saka & Arsenal physio off pitch as he felt pair were taking their time. Problem looks serious, however. Pulsating opening 25 minutes at Selhurst Park.