Arsenal have made their first move of the January transfer window, with academy midfielder Louie Copley joining League Two side Crawley Town on loan for the remainder of the season. The 19-year-old has also signed a new professional contract with the Gunners, the club confirmed.
Copley, who joined Arsenal's academy in July 2019 and signed his first professional contract in June 2025, has been a regular for the club's youth teams this term. He made 14 appearances for the academy sides, captaining both the U19s and U21s, and was named on the bench for the Champions League match against Club Brugge in December.
Elsewhere, Arsenal have reportedly made enquiries about Borussia Dortmund prospect Romeo Ritter. According to Sky Germany, the Gunners have expressed interest in the 17-year-old centre-back, but face competition from AC Milan. Ritter is understood to be happy at Dortmund, but Arsenal are monitoring his situation.
The Gunners remain six points clear at the top of the Premier League after a 0-0 draw with Liverpool on Thursday night. With Manchester City and Aston Villa also drawing in midweek, Arsenal did not lose ground in the title race.
