After being linked to a loan move to West Ham United, a report has surfaced regarding Emile Smith Rowe’s thoughts over his future at Arsenal. Manager Mikel Arteta responded to the rumours on Friday.
Over the past two seasons, Smith Rowe has battled for playing time, and in his absence, Arsenal has once again established themselves as a top-four team. His case has not been aided by selection preferences or injuries.
There was a flurry of talk on Friday that Smith Rowe may spend the remainder of the season on loan at West Ham.
Although club insiders were cautious, TEAMtalk sources said that West Ham had made an inquiry for the offensive midfield player.
We were informed that Arsenal would consider selling their academy graduate and might even include a permanent transfer clause in any loan agreement.
It will take some time to see if West Ham reaffirms their interest. But Smith Rowe’s own thoughts on his own future are beginning to come through.
The 23-year-old is “adamant,” according to FootballTransfers, that he wants to finish the season as an Arsenal player.
Despite having started just one Premier League game since the beginning of the previous season, Smith Rowe is determined to compete for his spot as an Arsenal starter.
Smith Rowe is “fully concentrated” on his upcoming difficulties with Arsenal and is not aware of any communication from other clubs.
Smith Rowe, who wears the No. 10 jersey for the Gunners, is still bound to the team till 2026.
