Ruben Neves has been linked with a transfer to Arsenal over the past few years but a move to the Emirates Stadium now looks unlikely.
Mikel Arteta was keen to add a new central midfielder to his squad before the summer transfer window slammed shut, but technical director Edu was unable to fulfil the Spaniard's demands. Arsenal had three deadline day bids rebuffed for Aston Villa star Douglas Luiz, though they are thought to reignite their interest in the January transfer window with the Brazilian refusing to sign a contract renewal at Villa Park.
Neves has been the subject of interest from the Gunners, along with Premier League rivals Manchester United and Liverpool, and admitted he could leave at the end of last season with his contract set to expire in 2024. The Wolves midfielder has not indicated he is willing to sign a new deal at Molineux and is expected to be pursued by many top clubs next summer, including Catalan giants Barcelona.
