"The 32-year-old, who joined the Scottish giants on a free transfer after leaving Besiktas, was introduced late in the game with the score deadlocked at 1-1. Receiving the pass just outside the edge of the box in the 91st minute, the former Arsenal man took a touch before finessing one into bottom right corner, sending Parkhead into raptures and securing a vital three points for the Hoops in the title race."
"The 32-year-old had been training with Arsenal since November to maintain his fitness after leaving Besiktas and was legally available to sign for any club for free even after the transfer window had shut. With Mikel Arteta looking for experienced cover in midfield to bolster their title charge, the Englishman's name was circulated as a low-risk, short-term option. The Spaniard even addressed it by refusing to rule out a move, keeping all options on the table."
"Just hours before the Celtic match, news broke that Kai Havertz had suffered a muscular injury that will rule him out of for several games including the upcoming North London Derby later this month. With Havertz adding to the growing injury list which includes the likes of Mikel Merino, Martin Odegaard and Bukayo Saka, Arsenal are suddenly looking light in depth."
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain joined Celtic on a free transfer after leaving Besiktas and scored a stoppage-time winner on his debut against Livingston. He was introduced late with the score 1-1 and curled a shot into the bottom-right corner in the 91st minute, securing three points and igniting Parkhead. The 32-year-old had trained with Arsenal since November to maintain fitness and remained available to sign after the window closed. Arsenal considered him as short-term experienced midfield cover but did not sign him. Kai Havertz suffered a muscular injury that will sideline him for several games, further stretching Arsenal's midfield resources.
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