On the day of the transfer deadline, Arsenal was able to complete a number of exits, with Rob Holding one of the players to leave. The final day of the summer transfer window at Emirates Stadium was rather calm despite the departures of Albert Sambi Lokonga and Arthur Okonkwo on loan agreements to Luton Town and Wrexham, respectively.
The majority of Arsenal’s business had already been finished when it purchased Kai Havertz, Jurrien Timber, and Declan Rice in July, followed by David Raya’s season-long loan from Brentford in August. After Timber’s injury, the situation appeared to alter, and the Gunners began searching for a new defender. However, no worthwhile opportunity presented itself.
Arteta confirmed this decision in his pre-game press conference for United with a succinct seven-word response. He responded, “I don’t expect anybody to come in,” and that was proven to be true as Arsenal ended the transfer window with four new acquisitions and 23 players departing on both permanent and temporary deals.
The Saudi Pro League, Portuguese, and Turkish leagues are three significant Leagues that are still able to trade, even after the deadline has past in England. After giving an update on the future, Arteta still seems to believe he can trim the squad with Pepe and Soares’ exits despite the fact that both players were unable to complete anticipated movements over the past three months.
We’re still seeking for answers, and right now there’s a lot of communication going on between his agency, the player, and the organization, he said. “At this time, there is nothing to announce.” Saudi Arabia has expressed interest in the Ivory Coast international, and because their window is open until September 7 there is still time to arrange a transfer.
That is not a given outcome, though, and it would be worthwhile to retain him in north London given that Pepe also posted a statement on social media indicating he is prepared to stay. The 28-year-old rushed to Instagram late on Friday night to post a photo of himself working out in the gym, but there was no sign of any movement.