- Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger hasn't ruled out signing New York Red Bulls striker Thierry Henry.
Henry could join Arsenal on a short-term loan.
"That's why I have Christmas Day off - I have to think about that," said Wenger.
"Short-term is ideal for us, but I haven't made any enquiry yet. Thierry is not here at the moment. It has never come up in conversation!
"The first of January is the vital date for us. We have seven days to make decisions and I will make a decision in the next seven days on players."
- Bacary Sagna could be back in action by the end of January according to Arsenal managerArsene Wenger.
The French full-back suffered a broken leg in the Gunners’ loss to North London rivals Tottenham at White Hart Lane in October but after starting running this week, could be back in action within a month.
"He is a long way ahead of schedule,” Wenger said.
"I saw him still limping a little bit so we have to be careful but physically he will be ready very quickly because he worked very hard in the gym.
"We think the end of January is a reasonable target for him."
- Arsenal midfielder Francis Coquelin is being handed a new deal.
Gunners chief Arsene Wenger is keen to reward the player, who has made a breakthrough this season with nine first-team outings.
The France Under-20 ace is set to sign a four-year deal in the next few weeks, boosting his current weekly wage, which is less than £10,000.
- Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger insists Kieran Gibbs can still make England's Euros squad.
Gibbs has been ruled out for another month after undergoing surgery on his groin but a sympathetic Wenger is confident he can get his career back on track.
"He is incredibly unlucky but he still can play in the Euros, because they are in June and we are in December," said the manager.
"Normally this injury would keep him out for four weeks, so there is still a good opportunity. But we cannot waste any time.
"It is very difficult for him. I feel sometimes for players between 19 and 20, if they get injured, then their body adjusts a little to the requested physical level then they can have a long period without injury - I have seen it many times.
"Some get through it, but most of them suffer injuries between the ages of 19 and 20."
- Gilberto is backing Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger's push for New York Red Bulls striker Thierry Henry.
Former Gunners skipper Gilberto – a key member of The Invincibles side of 2003-04 – insisted the French ace would be a fantastic addition.
“He has a great history with the club and everyone will be inspired by him,” the Brazilian, who is still playing in his homeland with Gremio aged 35.
“I can’t comment on him as a player because he is 34 now, but I know he is a good guy and great to have in the dressing room.
“This is an important year for Arsenal because many things have changed for the club. Arsene has gone for experienced players and I think Thierry can help the team a lot.
“Arsenal’s been a big part of his life and has a place in his heart. I know how he feels. Even if we have moved to some other clubs, once you have played for Arsenal you never forget the club – the memories of the passion.
- Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says they won't be moving for Bolton Wanderers defender Gary Cahill.
Cahill was the subject of offers from Arsenal in August.
But Wenger dismissed the idea of signing a central defender out of hand, saying: "We have plenty in the middle, we have plenty of centre-backs and fortunately they can play as well on the flanks.
“We are not looking for any centre-back, no chance.”
- Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is planning a move for FC Cologne striker Lukas Podolski.
Marouane Chamakh and Gervinho both due to go to the African Nations Cup next month, Wenger needs to boost his attacking options during the January transfer window.
He has watched Cologne’s Lukas Podolski and will bid for the German striker.
- Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger isn't giving up on Lyon midfielder Yoann Gourcuff.
Wenger wanted to sign the playmaker in August, but injury scuppered the deal.
Speculation regarding the former AC Milan man's future has been heightened due to Lyon upping their interest in Dijon midfielder Benjamin Corgnet, who looks like a like-for-like replacement.
Lyon chairman Jean-Michel Aulas has been in London this week to discuss the transfer - with Arsenal looking to add to their squad in January.
- Arsenal are being linked with Sao Paulo midfielder Casemiro.
The Brazilian club are aware of mounting interest in the talented midfielder, who has been extensively scouted by clubs across Europe.
Sources in Brazil suggest Sao Paulo are open to doing business - and at a starting rate of £10m,Arsene Wenger is likely to step up his interest,
- Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is planning a shock move for Fulham striker Bobby Zamora.
The Gunners have sounded out Fulham about the possibility of an exchange deal involving their striker Marouane Chamakh.
Wenger is ready to offload the Moroccan and is willing to use him as a bargaining tool if he goes for Zamora.
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