Arsenal news: Martin Zubimendi transfer, sudden Endrick interest, more

Now that we are moving closer to the international break, and with a break in the men's domestic calendar, transfer talk has begun to heat up ahead of January.

Arsenal operated smartly in the summer transfer window, but clear gaps remain in their squad that need plugging. Most notably, they are short of attacking options, a problem that was exacerbated by letting go of both Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard in the summer transfer window.

Martin Zubimendi linked with a move away from Arsenal

Recent reports indicate that Martin Zubimendi is at risk of leaving Arsenal in the January transfer window. Miguel Delaney claimed that Arsenal know they need to cash in on a player, and Zubimendi is vulnerable within the squad. Chelsea, Atletico and Real Madrid are all interested in signing Zubimendi.

While the jury is out on whether Arsenal should cash in on Zubimendi, Atletico Madrid would be the best destination. Of course, Arsenal won't want to strengthen Chelsea's team as a direct rival, and they are more likely to face pressure in Europe from Real than from Atleti, so, as far as Arsenal are concerned, the red side of Madrid is the best suitor.

Zubimendi has seen his impact at Arsenal lessen this season. Where he was once the first name in the team sheet in his first season, it's become harder for the Spaniard since Bruno Guimaraes was signed. He is now the fourth-choice midfielder behind Declan Rice, Myles Lewis-Skelly and Bruno.

Arsenal 'eyeing' a move for Endrick in January

The latest Real Madrid player to enter the Arsenal rumour mill is Endrick of Real Madrid. The Brazilian is reportedly of interest to the Gunners, with talkSPORT claiming that he's an option to bolster their attack, with Bukayo Saka's injury leaving them short.

Of course, Arsenal would prefer to sign Eli Junior Kroupi from Bournemouth. He is simply the better option for the Gunners, but unfortunately, the Cherries have made it clear he's not for sale.

Endrick is a talented young player with bags of potential, but he's not been given the license to improve at Real Madrid. If anything, his progress has been flat-lined, and he needs to pack his bags to avoid being left behind.

While Arsenal should be operating at a similar level to Real Madrid, nobody can deny that Real's attack is far superior to Arsenal's. Endrick would have a better chance to shine in North London, but of course, no concrete moves have been made at this stage. It is merely interest, which means next to nothing.

Arsene Wenger considers standing against Gianni Infantino for FIFA presidency

According to BBC Sport, former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is considering standing against Gianni Infantino for FIFA presidency.

READ MORE: I grew up thinking Arsene Wenger was why Arsenal had its name

Wenger has yet to indicate whether he plans to stand, but he hasn't ruled it out, either. Considering he is now 77, there is a possibility he could take the role, then leave before his four-year spell ends.

The deadline for Wenger, and any other candidates, to confirm they are standing for the FIFA presidency election is 18 November, with the election itself happening in March.

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