Recently, The Athletic revealed a transfer news about Arsenal's Scottish star Tierney. It is reported that the Gunners club have officially given up on triggering the extension clause in Tierney's contract, signaling that the 27-year-old will bid farewell to the team when his contract expires next summer.
Tierney has been a solid player since his move from Celtic to Arsenal in 2019, but his experience in North London has not fully cashed in on his talent. He spent a spell on loan at Real Sociedad in Spain this past season, while this season's EFL Cup quarterfinal against Crystal Palace was his first appearance for Arsenal. To date, Tierney has made 125 appearances for Arsenal, contributing five goals and 13 assists.
According to reports, the deadline for the extension option in Tierney's contract has passed and Arsenal have therefore failed to extend his deal. From January 1 next year, Tierney will be free to negotiate with other clubs about transfers, and Arsenal may also try to sell him at a lower price in the winter transfer window.
Already, English clubs have shown keen interest in Tierney, while his former owners Celtic are also looking forward to Tierney's future. For Tierney, leaving Arsenal may mean a fresh start, and he is expected to be revitalized in a new environment to continue his professional soccer career. For Arsenal, they need to look for new blood to fill the void of Tierney's departure to ensure the team's strength and lineup stability.
