Arsenal are considering a deadline-day transfer bid for Malick Fofana, a target they have followed for an extended period. Reports say the Gunners will assess whether to make an offer as the window approaches its end.

Fofana is linked to Lyon, with multiple accounts noting that Lyon would need to sell to facilitate any transfer. One outlet also characterizes Arsenal’s interest as long-standing, stating it stretches back to last year. The coverage frames the potential move as conditional on developments around Lyon’s willingness and financial needs, rather than as a confirmed signing.