Torres confirms Arsenal talks · Been linked to Gunners as Saka backup · 19 goal contributions in first MLS season.
He signed with the club from Penarol last January for a club-record fee and it didn't take long for him to adjust to MLS as he provided nine goals and 10 assists in 33 appearances. THE BIGGER PICTURE: Torres emerged as a star throughout the 2022 season, which saw him lead Orlando City to a U.S. [The Uruguayan star has been linked with the Gunners](https://www.goal.com/en-tza/news/arsenal-torres-transfer-talks-gunners-january-move/blt2a20e8089feb5f13), who see him as a potential backup to Bukayo Saka with plenty of upside to his game.
Facundo Torres addressed recent transfer rumors linking him to the Premier League, confirming contact with Arsenal.
Orlando City signed the player in January 2022 for a club record $9m, after his standout run with Penarol. “Orlando City confirmed to me that there was contact with Arsenal, but then I left for the World Cup and I didn’t want to hear about a potential transfer at that point. Reports in December suggested that the Gunners targeted Torres as a possible backup for Bukayo Saka.
The Orlando City attacker is one of a number of wingers Mikel Arteta likes the look of.
He added: "I would love to play in Europe. [rsenal](/topic/arsenal) target Facundo Torres has confirmed the Gunners made contract over a transfer as he awaits further talks. At the moment I am focused on Orlando City.
Torres enjoyed a stunning year in Major League Soccer last year, scoring nine goals and contributing eight assists. In all competitions, he found the back of ...
So perhaps it may be one deal to keep an eye on before the deadline. And he has shone in MLS over the last 12 months. Of course, the winger most heavily linked with Arsenal since those reports emerged was Mykhaylo Mudryk. But they will surely not shut themselves off to potential bargains. Torres enjoyed a stunning year in Major League Soccer last year, scoring nine goals and contributing eight assists. [Goal](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/arsenal-torres-transfer-talks-gunners-january-move/blt2a20e8089feb5f13) in November claimed that [Edu was set to meet with his representatives](https://tbrfootball.com/report-facundo-torres-very-keen-to-join-arsenal-meeting-this-weekend/), with Torres keen to make the switch to the Emirates.
Gunners boss Mikel Arteta seemed to be closing in on a move to sign Mykhaylo Mudryk before Chelsea dramatically hijacked the deal and brought the Ukraine ...
[Arsenal News](https://goonertalk.com/category/arsenal-news/) I would absolutely love that.” [The Mastermindsite](https://themastermindsite.com/2022/03/05/facundo-torres-orlando-city-player-analysis/) describe the Uruguayan as a player with ‘intense swagger’. I would love to play in Europe. [Football.London](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/facundo-torres-arsenal-transfer-latest-25405812)). [No Comments](https://goonertalk.com/2023/01/17/facundo-torres-confirms-arsenal-have-contacted-his-club-about-potential-january-transfer/#respond)
Arsenal contacted Orlando City regarding Facundo Torres ahead of the World Cup, the forward has revealed.
At the moment I am focused on Orlando City. "I would love to play in Europe. "Orlando City confirmed to me that there was contact with Arsenal, but then I left for the World Cup and I didn't want to hear about a potential transfer at that point," he told 90Min.
Mikel Arteta cited “discipline” when explaining the reasons his side missed out on signing Mykhaylo Mudryk. Arsenal had a top-end valuation they always intended ...
[ given Torres a huge thumbs up when detailing the winger to Arsenal chiefs](https://www.teamtalk.com/arsenal/readying-talks-sign-soaring-winger-hopes-grow-get-next-neymar). [Brighton’s Leandro Trossard has been offered to the Gunners](https://www.teamtalk.com/arsenal/gunners-offered-chance-sign-sensational-premier-league-attacker-tottenham-firmly-race), according to both David Ornstein and the Independent. “I would love to play in Europe,” he continued. What’s more, he claimed he’d “absolutely love” to make the career-defining move. [Barcelona’s Raphinha is one option](https://www.teamtalk.com/arsenal/barcelona-name-price-arsenal-move-raphinha-dubious-plan-b-emerges-tottenham-target-offered-arteta), with the LaLiga side in desperate need of exits this month to balance the books. Arsenal had a top-end valuation they always intended to stick to.
The Gunners have been a long-time admirer of the Uruguayan star and are prepared to snap up the 22-year-old after losing out to Chelsea on the signing of ...
It’s a dream I’ve had since I was a kid. But La Liga or Premier League would be my targets, and that’s where the rumors are coming from. He continued: “I would love to play in Europe.
Orlando City star Facundo Torres has confirmed that his club has held talks with Arsenal over a potential transfer.
He signed with the club from Penarol last January for a club-record fee and it didn't take long for him to adjust to MLS as he provided nine goals and 10 assists in 33 appearances. THE BIGGER PICTURE: Torres emerged as a star throughout the 2022 season, which saw him lead Orlando City to a U.S. [The Uruguayan star has been linked with the Gunners](https://www.goal.com/en-tza/news/arsenal-torres-transfer-talks-gunners-january-move/blt2a20e8089feb5f13), who see him as a potential backup to Bukayo Saka with plenty of upside to his game.
Orlando City star Facundo Torres has confirmed that Arsenal made an approach to sign him and is keen to see 'where the conversation goes'.
We can make the players better, let’s focus on that.’ ‘We always want to try to improve the squad. But La Liga or Premier League would be my targets, and that’s where the rumours are coming from. ‘But I think we have to have some discipline and we have to be very consistent in the targets we want, but as well what we are able to do in each moment. ‘At the moment I am focused on Orlando City. [Mykhailo Mudryk](https://metro.co.uk/tag/mykhailo-mudryk/?ico=auto_link_sport_P2_LNK1) only for [Chelsea](https://metro.co.uk/tag/chelsea/?ico=auto_link_sport_P2_LNK2) to swoop in and hijack their deal.
Arsenal are interested in signing Orlando City star Facundo Torres, according to reports. The Gunners are in the market for a winger, after being unable to ...
- Ornstein claims Arsenal could make surprise move for Premier League star](/football/arsenal-transfer-news-leandro-trossard-brighton-david-ornstein-069611-20230116) [Arteta handed huge return boost as 'special' Arsenal star named on bench for FA Cup tie](/football/arsenal-news-fa-cup-team-smith-rowe-arteta-499715-20230109) [Ornstein said](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXJ2JjJd0V8): "Already you’re seeing reports around Raphinha, who they went for last summer. "I would love to play in Europe. But yeah, I would absolutely love that." [Arsenal](/arsenal), [Mikel Arteta](/mikel-arteta), [Premier League](/premier-league), [MLS](/mls), [Transfers](/transfers), [Football](/football), [Uruguay](/uruguay) [Arsenal plot move for €120 million midfielder after contacting agent, he would be the ideal signing](/football/arsenal-transfer-news-sergej-milinkovic-savic-lazio-342244-20230108) [Arsenal star linked with January exit after sporting director meets with Edu in London](/football/arsenal-edu-sporting-lisbon-cedric-soares-transfer-news-196951-20230105) ["One to watch..." [Arsenal](https://www.sportbible.com/arsenal), with the North London side seeing him as potential backup to [Bukayo Saka](https://www.sportbible.com/bukayo-saka), according to [GOAL](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/arsenal-orlando-city-facundo-torres-transfer/blt6b8e57cc74b1dc8b).
Orlando City attacker Facundo Torres confirms that Arsenal have been in contact with the MLS side over a possible transfer.
"Hopefully we will have Gabriel back for the final months, it was a serious injury a bit longer than we expected it. "It's a dream I've had since I was a kid. I would love to play in Europe. I would absolutely love that." "Orlando City confirmed to me that there was contact with Arsenal, but then I left for the World Cup and I didn't want to hear about a potential transfer at that point," the [Orlando City](/football/orlando-city/) and Uruguay attacker [Facundo Torres](/people/facundo-torres/) has confirmed that [Arsenal](/football/arsenal/) have been in touch regarding a possible transfer.
Arsenal transfer target Facundo Torres has confirmed the Gunners' interest as Mikel Arteta continues his search for new signings this month.
The versatile winger can play anywhere across the frontline, including on the right flank where he likes to cut in on his preferred left foot. [Arsenal](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/), but then I left for the World Cup and I didn’t want to hear about a potential transfer at that point,” he said. It’s believed Trusty’s particular arrival was part of KSE’s plan to create deeper connections between their sporting franchises, with the aim of sharing information across their network that will allow Arsenal to expand scouting operations in North America. “I would love to play in Europe. It’s a dream I’ve had since I was a kid. Speaking exclusively to