Arsenal fans were overjoyed when Nicolas Pepe was unveiled as the club’s record signing in 2019. The Ivorian winger had set Ligue 1 alight with his impressive performances for Lille, prompting the Gunners to part with a hefty £72m for his signature. However, Pepe has struggled to replicate that same form in the Premier League, managing just 16 goals in 80 league appearances for the club. With Bukayo Saka‘s emergence on the right, Pepe found his first-team opportunities limited and was eventually loaned out to Nice last summer. Now, with Arsenal looking to freshen things up, Pepe is one of seven players who could be heading for the exit door.
Nicolas Pepe’s future at Arsenal is uncertain, with reports suggesting that Nice may be interested in taking him off the Gunners’ hands at the end of the season. While the Ivorian winger’s contract runs until 2023-24, Arsenal could be forced to waive a fee for his departure. Pepe is just one of seven players currently on loan, including the likes of Albert Sambi Lokonga and Ainsley Maitland-Niles, who could be in line for permanent exits. With the player himself appearing open to the idea of a move, it remains to be seen where his future lies, but one thing is for sure – Arsenal will have some big decisions to make come the end of the season.
The future of some Arsenal players currently on loan is uncertain as they near the end of their temporary deals. Among them is Nuno Tavares, who spent last summer at Marseille, Alex Runarsson at Alanyaspor, and Pablo Mari who is currently in Italy with Monza. While the Gunners have been linked to bolstering their squad, their position on the Premier League table may not matter. Mikel Arteta and his team are currently eight points ahead of their closest challengers Manchester City, who have a game in hand, and they face off in April at the Etihad Stadium. Regardless of the outcome, Arsenal may be planning for the future with new acquisitions, potentially leaving some of their loaned-out players looking for new clubs.
Despite the disappointment of failing to secure Moises Caicedo in the January transfer window, Arsenal’s midfield options are not limited. While Martin Zubimendi is set on staying with Real Sociedad, the Gunners could turn their attention to England’s Declan Rice. Rice’s recent goal for the Three Lions against Italy in their Euro 2024 qualifier makes him an attractive target for Arsenal. With the new signings of Gabriel Jesus and Oleksandr Zinchenko already paying dividends, Arsenal fans can only hope for another successful move in the transfer market with the addition of Rice to their midfield.
Jorginho is a force to be reckoned with. His impressive track record of winning every trophy, except for the illustrious Premier League and the World Cup, is a testament to his skill and determination in the field. With him on the team, everyone’s story has added more depth to the team’s dynamic, resulting in greater success. This year, everything is working brilliantly, and the rewards are evident. It’s hard to miss the sheer energy and enthusiasm that Jorginho brings to the team. As they work towards their goals, one can only imagine what other accomplishments await them in the future.
