Saudi teams are preparing a lucrative bid to sign £90 million Arsenal floop.
Arsenal may soon face interest from Saudi Pro League clubs, as these teams are reportedly preparing “lucrative” offers for two key players in Mikel Arteta’s squad.
Edu and Arteta’s Summer Transfer Plans
Arsenal’s preparations for the summer transfer window are well underway. Sporting director Edu has revealed that the club has already identified its targets. Edu explained to TNT:
“I understand what the fans are asking for, but we already have our targets. We have planned a lot ahead and I will be worried if we don’t score a lot of goals and if we’re not creating chances, which is the opposite because we create a lot and score a lot of goals.
“The plan is to try to get better every year and I think we are in a good moment. Let’s see if we can keep improving. Many times in certain conversations to recruit the players you don’t see the character of the player or the character of the player does not fit well with what we are trying to do and then you have to move on and try to find what we’re really looking for.
“If you see all the signings we’ve made since we started together, everyone is almost the same, young, energetic and passionate, and good talents with big, beautiful futures ahead of them.”
Reports indicate that Arsenal could break their summer transfer record, having spent around £208 million last year. Edu and Arteta are particularly focused on acquiring a prolific striker and a central midfielder. There is ongoing speculation about the futures of Gabriel Jesus and Thomas Partey in north London.
Gabriel Jesus and Thomas Partey Speculation
Gabriel Jesus, who joined Arsenal from Manchester City for about £45 million in the summer of 2022, has recorded eight goals and seven assists across all competitions this season. His position could be under threat if Arsenal secures a target like Viktor Gyokeres.
Thomas Partey, who was signed from Atletico Madrid for his full £45 million buy-out clause in 2020, may also be on the move. Partey’s contract is set to expire next year, and while he has been a valuable player for Arsenal, the club is open to selling him for the right offer.
### Saudi Interest in Jesus and Partey
According to GiveMeSport, Saudi clubs are eyeing both Jesus and Partey, considering “lucrative” contract offers to lure them away from Arsenal. The combined £90 million Arsenal spent on these players has caught the attention of Saudi sides looking to bolster their league with high-profile stars.
Arsenal is reportedly “willing to consider” offers for both players, which could potentially fund squad upgrades for the 2024/25 season. The next few weeks will be crucial as Arsenal navigates these potential transfers and continues to strengthen their team.