Nusa addresses Arsenal transfer links: 'I'm not blind, so I get it'
Antonio Nusa has been asked directly about the speculation linking him with a move to Arsenal, and the RB Leipzig winger made clear he is well aware of what's being said. Asked whether he follows the rumours, the Norway international admitted he does, while insisting he is trying not to let it affect his football.
Speaking via TalkSport, Nusa said: “I see everything, then! Whatever comes. I'm not blind, so I get it. That's why I try to take a step back. I have good people around me. There's no stress. I just try to enjoy the everyday life I have in Leipzig. It's a fantastic team with a fantastic coach (Martin Demichelis). Next to that I have an agent who works with all the other parts and just lets me focus on the football. That's the most important thing for me.”
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Why Arsenal are being linked
Nusa has emerged as one of the names on Arsenal's radar for a left wing addition in the January transfer window. The position has been a point of discussion since Gabriel Martinelli departed the club late in the last transfer window, with no direct replacement brought in at the time.
The 21 year old enhanced his reputation further at the 2026 World Cup, where he impressed with a series of strong displays for Norway, including a notable performance against Brazil. That tournament exposure has only added to the interest in him from clubs across Europe looking to strengthen their wide attacking options.
Leipzig, however, may not be willing to sanction a sale midway through the campaign. Clubs typically prefer to retain important performers until the end of the season rather than disrupt their squad in January, and Nusa remains a key figure for the Bundesliga side under Demichelis.
What happens next
For now, Nusa's comments suggest he is content to let his representatives handle the noise around his future while he concentrates on performing for Leipzig. There is no indication from his words that a move is imminent or that he is pushing for an exit.
Arsenal would also likely face competition for his signature given the level of interest already being reported, with several other clubs understood to be monitoring his situation. Any approach would need to account for Leipzig's reluctance to sell a key player outside of the summer window.
Arteta's side continue to weigh up their options at left wing, and Nusa's profile, including his age, directness and recent tournament form, fits the type of attacking reinforcement the club have been assessing. Whether that interest develops into a concrete move remains to be seen, with the winger's own focus firmly fixed on Leipzig for the time being.
