Arsenal make Leandro Trossard transfer decision amid Turkish window still open

Vishal Bhawani

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Arsenal make Leandro Trossard transfer decision amid Turkish window still open image

Leandro Trossard’s future at Arsenal has been a talking point all summer.

The Belgian forward attracted interest from clubs in Turkey, where the transfer window remains open, and Besiktas even tested the waters with a reported €22 million bid.

Yet, the Gunners have made their stance clear – Trossard is staying put.

Arsenal had already been in discussions with his camp earlier this summer, leading to a new deal that ties him down until 2027.

His improved contract reflects his impact in North London, where he has delivered goals, assists, and plenty of versatility across the frontline.

Despite new arrivals adding depth to Mikel Arteta’s squad, the club see the 30-year-old as an important piece in their plans.

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Arteta himself made it clear last month: “That situation has been resolved in a really great way and I think he deserves recognition, and we are very happy to have him.”

Why Arsenal dismissed Besiktas interest for Leandro Trossard

Reports suggested Besiktas were eager to lure Trossard to the Super Lig, but Fabrizio Romano has stated there is “no chance” of such a move.

Arsenal are unwilling to weaken their attack further, especially with the season in full swing.

Former striker Alan Smith also weighed in, saying: “I would be tempted to keep Leandro Trossard because he’s a versatile player who’s done well and scored important goals. I don’t think you’d want to lose him.”

That view seems to echo the club’s own. With tough fixtures ahead, including Nottingham Forest after the break, Arsenal cannot afford to lose players who know how to make the net ripple.

For Arteta, this isn’t just about depth — it’s about having a “squad of finishers,” and Trossard still ticks that box.

Arsenal fans can breathe easy: despite rumors and the open Turkish window, Trossard’s future remains at the Emirates. For now, he’s more likely to be firing in goals than packing his bags.

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Vishal Bhawani

Vishal Bhawani is a sub-editor for the Affiliate Content team and a writer and sub-editor for the Football Wires team at The Sporting News. Based in Indore, India, he holds a Diploma in Operations and Management from Maharashtra University.

Before joining TSN in May 2024, Vishal contributed to Football Express and Six Sports and ran his own blog, Anfield Home, as a passionate Liverpool fan. An avid traveler, he follows multiple sports, including cricket, soccer, and tennis.