The World Cup is just around the corner and after months of hard work and deliberating, nations are finally announcing their 26-man squads for the tournament. The players selected may be slightly different to the full strength choices though as the challenges of a mid-season campaign are on full display.
Key players missing out to injury, fatigue and overall form as drastically swung some decisions by managers, potentially altering the course of the competition. It may also see new stars take centre stage in the biggest football podium of them all, showcasing their talents to millions.
It may also be a chance for teams to look at players to reinforce their squads on the domestic stage, with the January transfer window opening shortly after the conclusion of the World Cup. Arsenal are one of those sides that could eye reinforcements to their squad after an ideal start to their campaign.
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Mikel Arteta has recently bemoaned his lack of squad depth once injuries hit, meaning Edu could have a mission on his hands to scout players that fit his style. The World Cup could feature some of those that have already been linked, so with that said, here's a list of all previously linked Arsenal transfer targets going to Qatar.
Players at the World Cup linked with an Arsenal transfer
Jesper Lindstrom (Denmark - Eintracht Frankfurt)
Youri Tielemans (Belgium - Leicester)
Leandro Trossard (Belgium - Brighton)
Lovro Majer (Croatia - Rennes)
Adrien Rabiot (France - Juventus)
Christopher Nkunku (France - RB Leipzig)
Weston McKennie (USA - Juventus)
Marcus Rashford (England - Manchester United)
Ruben Neves (Portugal - Wolves)
Joao Felix (Portugal - Atletico Madrid)
Facundo Torres (Uruguay - Orlando City)
Cody Gakpo (Netherlands - PSV Eindhoven)
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