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Arsenal fans react on Twitter to Ryan Christie interest reports

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A number of Arsenal fans have taken to Twitter to comment on surprise reports from 90min on Friday claiming that the Gunners are interested in Celtic midfielder Ryan Christie.

A recent report from Football London claimed that Mikel Arteta is keen to sign a creative midfielder during the January transfer window.

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Arsenal have scored 16 goals in 16 Premier League games this season. Admittedly, they have won their last two games. But it is little surprise to see that they are open to adding to their squad in this window.

And it appears that Christie is one of the names on their radar. 90min claimed on Friday that the Gunners are one of several top flight sides in England keen on the 25-year-old.

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Christie is reportedly out of contract at the end of next season. And he is seen to be a potentially cheaper option than a number of Arsenal’s other targets.

The reports have attracted a mixed reaction amongst Arsenal fans on social media. There are some who seem quite underwhelmed by the links.

Christie has contributed 11 assists in all competitions this season. However, his form has arguably not been as impressive during this campaign.

Nevertheless, there are plenty who want the Scotland international. Of course, Arsenal produced a fantastic deal by bringing Kieran Tierney in from Parkhead. And some are hoping that the Gunners go on and attempt to repeat the trick with Christie.

Here is how some of the fans have reacted to the reports…