Arteta Blocks Trossard’s Saudi Move
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta played a key role in preventing forward Leandro Trossard from leaving the club during the summer transfer window.
Despite interest from Saudi Pro League club Al-Ittihad, Arteta intervened to ensure Trossard remained at Arsenal.
According to reports, Arteta is a “real fan” of Trossard and blocked his move to Saudi Arabia. Arsenal is now expected to offer the Belgian a new contract to secure his long-term future at the club.
Al-Ittihad had proposed a loan deal with an obligation to buy, along with a lucrative salary offer. However, Arteta’s intervention and Arsenal’s commitment to retaining Trossard led to the Saudi club’s proposal being rejected.
Trossard joined Arsenal from Brighton in January 2023 and has since made a significant impact, contributing 19 goals in 74 appearances for the club.