BREAKING NEWS: He should quit this club right now. I don’t appreciate lazy players who don’t want to improve. Arteta has advised one Arsenal player that he must find a way out of the club by the summer or face the same fate as Aubameyang.

According to reports from the Daily Star, Arsenal is contemplating an unconventional move to secure Morgan Gibbs-White, a midfielder from Nottingham Forest, in the upcoming summer transfer window. Despite Arsenal’s formidable attacking lineup, manager Mikel Arteta is eager to bolster squad options for the 2024/25 season. Speculation about Emile Smith Rowe’s potential departure has prompted Arsenal to consider alternatives, with Gibbs-White emerging as a viable replacement.

Nottingham Forest recently incurred a 4-point deduction for breaching Profitability and Sustainability regulations, raising concerns about their financial stability. This situation offers the club an opportunity to consider parting ways with Gibbs-White, their record signing acquired for £42.5 million. Since joining Forest from Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2022, Gibbs-White has been a valuable asset, contributing 4 goals and 5 assists this season.

Despite his impressive performances, Forest has struggled to capitalize on opportunities created by Gibbs-White due to deficiencies in their attacking department. Given Forest’s precarious financial situation, they may entertain offers for Gibbs-White, especially if Arsenal presents an appealing proposition. Arteta views Gibbs-White as a potential replacement for Smith Rowe, whose playing time has dwindled due to injuries and a perceived lack of trust.

Gibbs-White’s versatility and proficiency in various attacking roles make him an attractive prospect for Arsenal. Although he primarily operates as an attacking midfielder or on the right wing, his adaptability allows him to play in different positions upfront. Arteta may see Gibbs-White as a valuable backup option for key players like Martin Odegaard and Bukayo Saka. However, the challenge lies in whether Gibbs-White would accept a reduced role at Arsenal compared to the opportunity of being a regular starter elsewhere.

Nevertheless, if Arsenal can secure Gibbs-White, it could prove to be a savvy acquisition, enriching the depth and quality of their squad for the upcoming campaign.