The 23-year-old Egyptian midfielder is likely to be the club’s only singing in January. According to reports from The Times, the Basel midfielder passed his medical in Paris yesterday and will join the Arsenal squad as soon as he has received a work permit.
Elneny joined Basle in 2013 and has made 91 appearances for the Swiss champions. He is also a regular member to the Egypt national squad, and has 39 international caps to his name. He is unlikely to have any VISA problems, but certainly won’t be available for selection against Newcastle United on Saturday.