Arsenal BEATEN by Tottenham to young striker in dramatic deadline day dealHearts forward James Wilson is set to join Tottenham on loan until the end of the season after the 18-year-old held talks with Arsenal over a deadline day moveView 2 Images James Wilson is leaving Hearts for Tottenham (Image: Malcolm Mackenzie/Getty Images)Hearts striker James Wilson has reportedly snubbed Arsenal in favour of joining Tottenham on January transfer deadline day. The Gunners had emerged as favourites to sign the 18-year-old forward on an initial loan deal, but Spurs have beaten their rivals to the youngster. ‌Hearts boss Derek McInnes revealed on Monday afternoon that Arsenal had been in touch with the Scottish club over a potential swoop for the teenage striker. ‌The Daily Record reports that Tottenham have beaten Arsenal to the signing, with Wilson travelling down to London to sign for Thomas Frank's side. I think there was conversations with Arsenal yesterday (Sunday), they call and spoke to Graeme, but there has been nothing since from Arsenal.

Source: Daily Mirror February 02, 2026 16:11 UTC