Norwegian sensation Sverre Nypan has decided to reject Arsenal's January transfer approach to stay at Rosenborg until the summer at least.

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Nypan attracted January interest from ArsenalNorwegian starlet to stay at RosenborgWill make transfer decision in the summerFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?

Arsenal had been after the signing of highly-rated midfielder Nypan over the current transfer window as they hoped to not lose out on the 18-year-old starlet to other clubs. The Norwegian has made 60 appearances for Rosenborg despite only recently turning 18 and has been described as one of the country's next big talents.

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However, has now reported that Nypan has decided to stay put at Rosenborg until the summer at least, if not the end of the Norwegian domestic season which runs into the autumn. Nypan's father Arne has confirmed this to the media.

WHAT NYPAN'S FATHER SAID

Speaking to Norwegian newspaper , Arne Nypan said: "The most important thing for us is to confirm that there is enormous interest from big and prestigious clubs. Given that, Sverre has always thought long-term. We consider it an advantage for him to stay at RBK until the summer. This is also in line with what both Rosenborg and the potential clubs are thinking. They are also taking a long-term approach."

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Mikel Arteta has been keen on bolstering his squad this January as they prepare to challenge Liverpool for the Premier League title. However, they are running out of time to make additions with the window shutting on Monday.