A late pivot to focus on the forward line led to an opportunistic attempt to sign Ollie Watkins and discussions over Alvaro Morata

Arsenal fans were furious about the January transfer window, taking aim at the club’s hierarchy, which has changed dramatically since the season started. Edu Gaspar shocked Arteta and left Arsenal, triggering the start of the hunt for a new sporting director, with Jason Ayto taking the reins on a temporary basis.