Manchester United target's 'preference' for January transfer destination amid Arsenal interest

The 2024 January transfer window is now in its fourth day, with deals being made and formulated all over the Premier League. Who will Mikel Arteta look to bring to Arsenal to offset their current blip in form?

A target in the sights of Manchester United would reportedly 'prefer' a move to the Emirates Stadium - additionally, the Gunners have also been linked with a highly-rated Turkish defender in today's Arsenal transfer news.

Michael Olise 'would very much prefer' move to Arsenal over Manchester United

Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise is one of the Premier League's most coveted talents at this present time, attracting reported attention from the likes of Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester United - but a recent development indicates that Arsenal would be his club of choice.

This is according to a report from FootballTransfers - a quote from their sources mentions that Olise would 'very much prefer a move to Arsenal over Manchester United'. Despite this, Arsenal would need to offload members of their squad before they could action a move for the former Reading youngster.

Arsenal seeking deal for Fenerbahce's Ferdi Kadioglu

The Gunners are keen to bolster their defensive ranks, with Jurrien Timber expected to be out of action for another couple of months. To do this, they are ready to open discussions with Fenerbahce regarding a potential transfer for Ferdi Kadioglu, according to Turkish outlet Sabah.

Predominantly a left-back, despite being right-footed, Kadioglu can also play as a right-back and on the right-wing. Arteta likes to sign players who can function in several positions - as such, Kadioglu appears to fit the mould. He will not be an inexpensive acquisition, however. The report mentions that the 24-year-old could cost as much as £25 million - meaning that, like Olise, Arsenal may need to sell players first.