Lucas torreira arsenal transfer news
Lucas Torreira is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Arsenal FC and the Argentina national team. Here are some recent transfer news and updates related to Lucas Torreira:
Transfer News:
- In July 2018, Torreira signed a long-term contract with Arsenal FC from Sampdoria for a reported fee of £22 million.
- In January 2020, there were reports that Torreira was considering leaving Arsenal due to a lack of playing time and a desire to play more regularly. However, he ultimately decided to stay with the club.
- In August 2020, Torreira signed a new contract with Arsenal until 2025, with the option to extend for an additional year.
Recent Performances:
- Torreira has been a regular member of Arsenal's squad since his arrival in 2018, making over 100 appearances for the club.
- In the 2019-2020 season, Torreira played 24 games for Arsenal, scoring one goal and providing two assists.
- In the 2020-2021 season, Torreira has played 15 games for Arsenal, scoring one goal and providing one assist.
Transfer Rumors:
- In January 2021, there were reports that Torreira was a target for Italian club Roma, but Arsenal rejected a bid for the midfielder.
- In August 2021, there were reports that Torreira was considering leaving Arsenal due to a lack of playing time and a desire to play more regularly. However, he ultimately decided to stay with the club.
Quotes and Interviews:
- In an interview with Arsenal's official website in August 2020, Torreira said: "I'm very happy to have signed a new contract with Arsenal. I'm grateful to the club for the trust they have shown in me and I'm looking forward to continuing to work hard and help the team achieve our goals."
- In an interview with Argentine newspaper Olé in January 2021, Torreira said: "I'm not thinking about leaving Arsenal. I'm happy at the club and I want to continue playing for them. I'm focused on the present and I'm not thinking about the future."
Overall, Lucas Torreira remains an important player for Arsenal FC, and there have been no recent transfer rumors or updates that suggest he will be leaving the club anytime soon.