Mikel Arteta: Arsenal boss ready to go 'full gas' vs Newcastle in Carabao Cup after 'disappointing' end to January transfer window

4 February 2025, 15:35 | Updated: 4 February 2025, 16:46

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has insisted his side are preparing to go "full gas" against Newcastle United in their Carabao Cup semi-final despite a "disappointing" end to the January transfer window.

The Gunners head into the second leg of the tie facing a two-goal deficit but will not be buoyed by any fresh faces, after the window shut without a new signing being made at the Emirates.

Sky Sports News reported a bid was rejected for Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins, following injuries to Gabriel Jesus and Bukayo Saka which left Kai Havertz as the lone option up front, while there was also interest in Mathys Tel, Benjamin Sesko and Matheus Cunha.

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