Arsenal transfer news: Martin Keown ‘astonished’ Gunners can only sign players on loan in January

Arsenal transfer news: Martin Keown ‘astonished’ Gunners can only sign players on loan in January
Arsenal legend Martin Keown has told talkSPORT it is astonishing manager Unai Emery has been told he can only sign players on loan in the January transfer window.The Gunners boss wants to strengthen after seeing the teams form nosedive after going 22 games unbeaten in all competitions before Christmas.2

Unai Emery has not been given any transfer funds for the January window

Arsenal have won just two league games since their impressive run of results was ended with a 3-2 defeat to Southampton on December 16.However, it has been claimed the boss will only be allowed to make permanent signings this month if he first gets Mesut Ozil off their wage bill.Ozil has fallen out of favour this season amid concerns over his attitude, and the club are said to be listening to offers for their highest earning player. But former defender Keown has admitted his surprise at the clubs frugality.Its a very weird situation at Arsenal, he told Thursdays Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast.For the club to say theyre only allowed to loan playersThis is the sixth-wealthiest club in the world! And we cant buy a player in this transfer window?I think thats astonishing!Ozil was conspicuous by his absence as Arsenal suffered a 1-0 defeat against West Ham at the weekend.2

Mesut Ozil is not in Arsenal manager Unai Emery’s good books

The German playmaker has missed a number of games this season and was again not selected for the match day squad against the Hammers, leading to further claims he could be on his way out.Asked about Ozils future at the Emirates Stadium, Keown added: I think Unai Emery is trying to work with Ozil.People are now saying they want more creativity, but first of all he has to work and be prepared to work to the ethic the manager has.And I just dont think Ozil wants to do that at the moment.

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