Overview
- Mikel Arteta has asked Arsenal to pursue a January move for Guler, according to multiple reports.
- Spanish outlet Fichajes is cited across outlets saying Arsenal are preparing or have tabled an offer of around €80m (£70m).
- Reports add that Arsenal favor a loan-to-buy structure similar to the deal that brought Martin Odegaard to the Emirates.
- Xabi Alonso is described as a key obstacle as he views Guler as an important part of his project at the Bernabeu.
- Liverpool and Manchester United are also linked, with Guler’s form this season—cited as four goals and nine assists—boosting his market appeal.