The Loose Cannon Podcast

Arsenal are linked with Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapie, but any move depends on Jakub Kiwior departing — reportedly to Porto. The club want a replacement in place before sanctioning exits, and the deal is far from straightforward despite social media rumours.

Compounding the transfer uncertainty is a growing injury list: Bukayo Saka is out for “a few weeks,” Martin Ødegaard is doubtful, Kai Havertz faces knee surgery and longer-term absence, and Ben White and Christian Nørgaard are touch-and-go for the trip to Anfield.

With possible departures like Zinchenko and a thin, patchwork squad heading into a tough fixture run, Arsenal must balance signings and recoveries to avoid unraveling their season ambitions.