Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta made a decisive move in the closing hours of the transfer window, refusing to sanction the departure of a key player despite strong interest from other clubs. The decision came as a surprise to many, especially considering Arsenal’s willingness to offload some fringe players to balance their squad for the remainder of the season.

With the transfer deadline fast approaching, speculation had been rife about the futures of several Arsenal players. Among those linked with a late exit was a star who had struggled for consistent game time but remained highly rated within the club. Reports suggested that multiple teams had made inquiries, hoping to secure a last-minute deal.

However, Arteta firmly shut the door on any potential exit, emphasizing the player’s importance to his plans. Sources close to the club revealed that the Arsenal boss had personally intervened to block the move, believing that losing the player would weaken the squad’s depth at a crucial stage of the season.