Transfer News: Arsenal ready bid for another Man City player
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Arsenal could add another Man City player to their ranks after signing Gabriel Jesus and Oleksandr Zinchenko in previous years (Credit: Imago)

Transfer News: Arsenal ready bid for another Man City player

Seye Omidiora 13:23 - 05.08.2024

Mikel Arteta could take another player off Pep Guardiola’s hands after Gabriel Jesus and Oleksandr Zinchenko.

Arsenal have reportedly initiated preliminary discussions with the representatives of Julian Alvarez as they explore the possibility of signing the Manchester City forward, as per HITC

Arsenal eye wantaway Alvarez

The Gunners are in the market for attacking reinforcements and see Alvarez as a potential target, with the forward keen to leave the Etihad Stadium.

The 24-year-old Argentine has shown glimpses of his talent at City but has found opportunities limited due to the presence of Erling Haaland and the player’s agent has also reportedly held talks with Atletico Madrid.

Julian Alvarez
Julian Alvarez wants to leave Manchester City (Credit: Imago)

While Man City have publicly stated their desire to retain Alvarez, Arsenal's interest could tempt the Premier League champions into considering a sale, particularly if a substantial offer is made. 

A fee in the region of £70 million is likely to be required to convince City to part ways with the Argentine.

Julian Alvarez
Julian Alvarez could leave Man City this summer (Credit: Imago)

Arsenal chase another unhappy Man City player

Arsenal's pursuit of Alvarez is part of their ongoing efforts to strengthen the squad and challenge for the Premier League title after last season’s near miss

Mikel Arteta has previously not been averse to returning to his old side to acquire unhappy players, with the Gunners signing Gabriel Jesus and Oleksandr Zinchenko in previous transfer windows and the possible signing of Alvarez takes that number to three. 

Gabriel Jesus and Oleksandr Zinchenko
Gabriel Jesus and Oleksandr Zinchenko were signed from Manchester City (Credit: Imago)

What comes next?

Arsenal are back in London after their United States Tour, and they face Bayer Leverkusen on August 7 at the Emirates Stadium.