In an exciting development, Arsenal has reportedly included Real Madrid sensation Aurelien Tchouameni in their transfer shortlist. The Gunners have made significant progress in securing Declan Rice’s signature, with a £105 million transfer fee agreed with West Ham. Mikel Arteta’s squad has further reason to celebrate after successfully acquiring Kai Havertz from Chelsea for £65 million. Notably, Arsenal has also submitted a bid of £41.5 million for Ajax defender Jurrien Timber.
Despite the club’s substantial investments totaling over £200 million, many fans might have expected Arsenal to shift their focus towards emerging talents rather than established internationals. However, FootballTransfers has disclosed that Arsenal remains actively engaged in the pursuit of a second midfielder. Should Arsenal fail to secure Romeo Lavia from Southampton or Moises Caicedo from Brighton, their attention will turn to Frenchman Tchouameni. The North London club has held a long-standing admiration for the player and intends to explore the possibility of striking a deal.
Tchouameni, who joined Real Madrid from Monaco in an £85 million transfer last season, was chosen over prominent suitors such as Manchester United and Liverpool. Although he struggled to establish himself under Carlo Ancelotti, Tchouameni’s potential has not gone unnoticed. Madrid President Florentino Perez considers him crucial for the upcoming season, particularly in the aftermath of Casemiro’s departure, and has instructed Ancelotti to provide him with more playing time.
Should Arsenal genuinely pursue Tchouameni, they will likely need to match or exceed the amount Madrid paid for the French international. This potential transfer highlights Arsenal’s unwavering determination to strengthen their midfield and pursue top-tier talent. With the Declan Rice deal almost sealed, the Gunners’ ambitious pursuit of Tchouameni further solidifies their intentions to elevate their squad for the challenges ahead.
