Brief

Arsenal eye Erling Haaland, Dani Olmo and Porto’s Alberto Costa as January targets

Arsenal have reportedly reached out to Erling Haaland’s representatives and are also eyeing Dani Olmo and Porto forward Alberto Costa as part of a multi‑player winter recruitment drive.

By Felo News Desk · Published Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:48:34 GMT

Arsenal have reportedly made contact with Erling Haaland’s representatives, according to a report by The Standard, as the club looks to bolster its attack ahead of the January transfer window.

In addition to the Norwegian striker, the Gunners are also reportedly offering a move to Barcelona’s Dani Olmo, who has delivered three assists in seven La Liga appearances this season and is said to be looking for a new home in January. The offer is said to have come via intermediaries, with TeamTalk reporting the forward’s interest in a switch.

Arsenal’s scouting network has also turned its attention to Porto’s Alberto Costa, a 22‑year‑old who joined the club from Juventus for €15m last year. Caught Offside reported that the club has been monitoring the 22‑year‑old, who has a €65m release clause, as a potential replacement for Riccardo Calafiori.

These moves come as Arsenal continue to build on a summer that saw the addition of Piero Hincapie, Ilian Meslier, Christos Tzolis, Bruno Guimaraes and Ezri Konsa. The club’s winter ambitions are part of a broader strategy to strengthen the squad ahead of a busy season.

Key facts

Arsenal have reportedly contacted Erling Haaland’s representatives (standard.co.uk)
Arsenal are offering a move to Dani Olmo (standard.co.uk)
Arsenal are scouting Porto’s Alberto Costa (standard.co.uk)

Background

Arsenal have been active in the summer transfer window, adding several players to the squad. Earlier Felo coverage noted the club’s interest in Vincent Joseph, Endrick, Julian Alvarez and other targets as the January window approaches.

Timeline

2026-09-17 — Arsenal close in on Vincent Joseph from Liverpool
2026-09-20 — Arsenal eye Endrick as January transfer window opens
2026-09-24 — Arsenal eye Julian Alvarez as January target

Why it matters

The potential acquisition of high‑profile forwards could significantly alter Arsenal’s attacking options and influence their performance in the remainder of the season.

What happens next

Arsenal are expected to continue negotiations with the involved parties as the January window approaches, with further updates likely as deals progress.