The Athletic FC Podcast Ask Ornstein: Nwaneri, Guehi and Glasner's future
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Jan 20, 2026 
David Ornstein, Senior football reporter at The Athletic, and Jack Pitt-Brooke, a keen football analyst, dive into the January transfer window's hottest topics. They discuss Arsenal's potential loan for Ethan Nwaneri to Marseille, highlighting how the club’s environment may boost his growth. The duo also examines Thomas Frank's uncertain future at Spurs and Oliver Glasner's public frustrations at Palace. Plus, they touch on Manchester City's expected sale of Oscar Bob and how clubs can manage recruitment amid managerial changes.
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Arsenal's Long-Term Plan For Nwaneri
- Arsenal view Ethan Nwaneri as a long-term asset and prefer a loan to Marseille to secure minutes for him.
- The proposed move is a dry loan with no buy option because Arsenal want him back in their future squad.
Frank's Tenure Hinges On Results And Structure
- Thomas Frank retains internal goodwill at Tottenham but faces intense pressure due to poor results and fan hostility.
- Club leaders prefer to give him time but acknowledge systemic issues beyond the manager alone.
Palace And Glasner Aim To Patch Things Up
- Oliver Glasner publicly criticised Palace over player sales but the club intends to stick with him until season end.
- Palace contend Glasner chose to leave at season's end, and the hierarchy prefers to try to reconcile and continue recruitment together.