Arsenal show interest in 33-time international and Premier League ace alongside Sesko and Zubimendi
Arsenal are desperate to bolster their attacking options this summer
Premier League title contenders Arsenal are expected to accelerate efforts to make signings after the international fixtures.
The Gunners are widely reported to be closing in on a move for Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zumbimendi, with TBR Football correspondent Graeme Bailey describing that one as a ‘done deal’ despite comments from the player saying he’s not yet decided his future.
Zubimendi was heavily linked with Liverpool last summer and is viewed as a player that can add balance to Arsenal’s midfield amid reports of a potential departure for Thomas Partey. The Gunners are also looking at signing Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig, per The Independet.
However, Arsenal’s main priority in the window is likely to be attacking options, with Sky Sports revealing that Real Madrid star Rodrygo is now the subject of strong interest from the North London club.
Rodrygo emerges as top Arsenal target
Sky Sports claims Rodrygo is now one of Arsenal’s top transfer targets as the Gunners aim to enhance their wide attacking options.
Rodrygo is a three-time La Liga winner, a two-time Champions League winner and has lifted the Copa del Rey, Supercopa de España three times, the UEFA Super Cup three twice as well as the FIFA Club World Cup, but is reportedly seeking a new challenge away from the Spanish capital.
The 33-time Brazil international can play all along the front three, which is something that is understood to have attracted Arsenal after their struggles with injuries in attacking areas throughout last season.
“Rodrygo is a player appreciated by Arsenal. There are no doubts about that,” Fabrizio Romano said on YouTube.
“For sure he’s a player they like. For sure Arsenal will add an important winger this season to the squad. So Arsenal will be busy in the next weeks, the striker, the winger. So it’s going to be an important window for Arsenal. We all know that.
“Rodrygo is a player they like internally. I would say of course a great player, a top top player. But at the moment, my understanding is that Real Madrid are yet to receive any official approach, official talks, bid or whatever.
“At the moment is an internal appreciation for Rodrygo, but Real Madrid are yet to receive any formal proposal or any formal approach. Let’s see what Arsenal will decide to do. Probably will also depend on the budget. How much they have to spend on the winger. This is going to be important.”
Arsenal also consider move for Morgan Rogers
Aston Villa’s breakout star Morgan Rogers is widely believed to be another player on Arsenal’s wishlist as new sporting director Andrea Berta, who began in March, whittles down his list of best options to target.
Villa are believed to be close to breaching PSR regulations and may be forced to part ways with at least one big first team star this summer.
Rogers scored 14 goals and contributed 15 assists in 58 appearances last term and played a defining role in the team’s progress to the Champions League quarter-final with four goals and three assists in that competition, including a hat-trick against Celtic.
He’s recently broken into the England setup and is renowned for his blistering speed, finishing and creativity which have earned him a nomination for the Young Player of the Season award.
Other names such as Leroy Sane, who reportedly turned down an offer from Tottenham on a free transfer, and Athletic Bilbao’s Nico Williams are also thought to be under consideration for the Gunners.