Paris Saint-Germain have shown interest in Fernandes, and Arsenal admire his versatility. According to reports, Arteta sees him as a key player in their midfield rebuild.

Meanwhile, Arsenal are reportedly open to selling Christian Norgaard, a Danish international who joined the club from Brentford for £15 million last summer. Norgaard has not started a league match for the Gunners this season, and a sale before his contract expires in 2027 appears increasingly likely.