{"id":626554,"date":"2023-08-13T07:42:30","date_gmt":"2023-08-13T11:42:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/?p=626554"},"modified":"2023-08-13T07:42:30","modified_gmt":"2023-08-13T11:42:30","slug":"open-race-for-kieran-tierney-arsenal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/2023\/08\/13\/open-race-for-kieran-tierney-arsenal\/","title":{"rendered":"\u2018Other Clubs Interested\u2019: Race for \u2018Fantastic\u2019 Defender Heats up as Arsenal \u2018Insist on Permanent Deal&#8217;"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Arsenal defender Kieran Tierney has been the subject of transfer speculation over the past few weeks. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/FabrizioRomano\/status\/1690333918879199232\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fabrizio Romano<\/a>, the situation continues to unfold, with the Gunners standing firm on their preference for a permanent deal while Real Sociedad persist with loan offers.<\/p>\n<h2>Arsenal \u2018Insist on Permanent Deal\u2019 for Kieran Tierney<\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Arsenal insist on permanent deal for Kieran Tierney, Real Sociedad keep offering a loan deal. \ud83d\udd34\u26aa\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/AFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">#AFC<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Negotiations will continue next week in order to reach an agreement. It remains open race to other clubs interested too. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/iHnncZ7EPo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pic.twitter.com\/iHnncZ7EPo<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/FabrizioRomano\/status\/1690333918879199232?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">August 12, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h3>Negotiations Will Continue<\/h3>\n<p>The North London side is intent on a decisive move that involves the Scottish left-back leaving the club on a permanent basis. Aiming to restructure their squad and finances, the club is inclined towards a transfer that aligns with their long-term plans.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read More:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/2023\/08\/12\/arsenal-david-raya-medical\/\" target=\"_self\">Arsenal Set to Make Another Signing With Star Ready to Sign Deal as New Player; Medical Underway<\/a><\/p>\n<p>On the other side of the negotiation table, <i>La Real<\/i> are persistent in proposing a loan deal for the <a href=\"https:\/\/tbrfootball.com\/arsenal-boss-arteta-raves-about-kieran-tierney-for-his-cameo-against-crystal-palace\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">&#8220;fantastic&#8221;<\/a> player. The La Liga outfit recognizes his qualities and the impact he could bring to their squad, albeit on a temporary basis.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Watch:\u00a0<\/strong>Where Will Arsenal Finish in the Premier League This Season?<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"I (Probably) Insulted Your Club - Our Premier League Predictions For the New Season\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8uXqcL07DJg?start=313&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The 26-year-old&#8217;s versatility and experience could provide a boost to their campaign, but the disparity in Arsenal&#8217;s preference presents a challenge in sealing the deal.<\/p>\n<p>The negotiations between the two clubs are far from over. The upcoming week promises further discussions as both parties attempt to find common ground.<\/p>\n<h3>Tierney\u2019s Time at the Emirates Stadium<\/h3>\n<p>Known for his dynamic presence on the field, Tierney&#8217;s numbers reflect his all-around abilities. Since arriving at the club in 2019, the former Celtic defender has contributed with three goals and eight assists in 91 appearances.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read More:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/2023\/08\/08\/ainsley-maitland-niles-arsenal-lyon-contract\/\" target=\"_self\">\u2018Versatile\u2019 Midfielder Agrees to Deal With Ligue 1 Club After Arsenal Contract Expires &#8211; Fabrizio Romano<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The transfer decision will not only influence Tierney&#8217;s immediate future but could also set a precedent for Arsenal&#8217;s strategy in the upcoming weeks of the transfer market.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Featured Image: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/40933543@N00\/2427648381\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lloyd Morgan<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Arsenal defender Kieran Tierney has been the subject of transfer speculation over the past few weeks. According to Fabrizio Romano, the situation continues to unfold, with the Gunners standing firm on their preference for a permanent deal while Real Sociedad persist with loan offers. 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