Despite extending his contract, Mohamed Elneny finds himself on the fringes at Arsenal. While valued for his leadership in the dressing room, his lack of playing time has sparked transfer whispers.
The latest buzz, courtesy of transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, suggests Elneny is attracting interest from clubs in Turkey and Saudi Arabia.
Romano tweeted on X that Elneny has attracted ‘concrete interest’ from Trabzonspor but that Besiktas, Galatasaray and Saudi clubs are also interested.
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Elneny’s previous Turkish loan stint with Besiktas leaves the door open for a return, while the lucrative offers often dangled by Saudi clubs add another layer of temptation.
With reduced minutes at Arsenal, the lure of regular games and a possible financial upgrade could prove irresistible for the Egyptian midfielder.
While his leadership inside the dressing room is appreciated at Arsenal, Mikel Arteta’s preferred midfield options have left Elneny on the sidelines.
A move away could offer him the chance to rekindle his spark and regain his place in the spotlight, especially considering his experience and technical abilities.
Ultimately, Elneny’s decision will hinge on what he values most at this stage of his career. Does he yearn for the thrill of competition and proving himself on the pitch, or are financial security and a comfortable transition into retirement his top priorities.
The Egypt international has made just four appearances in all competitions this season playing a total of 72 minutes.