Rob Holding is set to part ways with Arsenal in the closing stages of the transfer window, according to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano.
The 27-year-old has made over 150 appearances for the north London club since making the switch from Bolton Wanderers in 2016, scoring five goals during these seven years. However, his appearances have dwindled in recent seasons, having started just six Premier League matches during the previous campaign.
Holding appears to be surplus to requirements as he is yet to be included in the matchday squad so far this season, although he was an unused substitute in the Gunners’ win over Manchester City in the Community Shield.
Fabrizio Romano posted on social media that the Englishman is expected to leave Arsenal before the end of this summer transfer window, with several Spanish clubs eyeing a move for him. There are talks taking place between the club and the player. The journalist tweeted:
“Rob Holding is still expected to leave Arsenal in the final days of the transfer window. There are discussions now ongoing to make it happen. Understand there are also Spanish clubs asking for conditions of Holding deal.”
Rob Holding, still expected to leave Arsenal in the final days of the transfer window. There are discussions now ongoing to make it happen 🔴⚪️ #AFC
Understand there are also Spanish clubs asking for conditions of Holding deal. pic.twitter.com/GC37IkBX7I
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 28, 2023
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Holding has been a squad player for the past couple of seasons, but the addition of Jurien Timber has pushed him further down the pecking order. Even with Timber’s unforeseen injury, the versatility of other defender’s would keep the 27-year-old out of the team.
Arsenal fans only have respect for Holding, who has delivered several match-winning performances over the years. But, it is unlikely that he would get a peek into the team any time soon, therefore, this transfer window seems to be the right time for him to part ways with the club.
The Gunners’ 2-2 draw with Fulham last weekend has seen them drop to fifth place in the Premier League table. Mikel Arteta made several changes to the starting lineup, but ultimately they backfired. Established connections between players from last season seem to have been disrupted by these changes. The Spaniard should consider reverting to the tried and tested system to witness an improvement in performance.
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