FINALLY DONE: Arsenal finally agree a huge transfer fee to seal double transfer signings as the superstars travels ahead of the medical scheduled to hold TOMORROW – Congratulations Arsenal fans
FINALLY DONE: Arsenal finally agree a huge transfer fee to seal double transfer signings as the superstars travels ahead of the medical scheduled to hold TOMORROW – Congratulations Arsenal fans
Arsenal have been handed a boost in signing one of their top targets this summer.
The Gunners have had a good start to the transfer window, but they are yet to bolster their attack.
A marquee striker is the main priority, but manager Mikel Arteta may want a versatile winger too.
A recent report revealed that Arteta is a big fan of Rodrygo and believes he can be a ‘superstar‘ operating from the left wing.
ABC in Spain now claim that it would be a surprise if Rodrygo remains at Real Madrid beyond the summer transfer deadline.
Vinicius Junior, Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham are expected to be guaranteed starters under manager Xabi Alonso.
The same can’t be said for Rodrygo on the right wing. He will have to compete with Arda Guler and Franco Mastantuono.
ABC cite that Rodrygo plans to sit down with his family and agent to decide the best solution for his career going forward.
Arsenal are waiting on the wings to capitalise if the winger decides to leave Los Blancos.
Arsenal have an opportunity to land Rodrygo
The Brazil international made 24 goal contributions for Madrid during the regular season. Out of those, he managed 12 goal involvements from as many games on the left wing.
In comparison, the former Santos graduate accumulated the same tally from 30 appearances from the right flank. It is pretty clear that he is more comfortable from the left.
Rodrygo is unlikely to get regular minutes from the role at Madrid due to Vinicius’ presence. At Arsenal, he could be assured starts ahead of Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard.
The 24-year-old is strong with the ball at his feet. He completed 90 percent of his passes with 1.6 dribbles and four duels won per league appearance last campaign.
Rodrygo missed just one big chance in La Liga. He would be an upgrade on Martinelli and Trossard, but a transfer would depend on him pushing for a new challenge.
In that case, Madrid would be open to selling him for £77 million, as per Ben Jacobs. Arsenal should be able to afford the transfer fee with a long-term payment plan.
It seems the claim that Arsenal have completed a £111 million world-record striker signing and the player is set to take the No. 9 jersey from Gabriel Jesus is **unsubstantiated**. No credible outlets—namely Sky Sports, BBC, The Athletic, or Fabrizio Romano—have reported such a blockbuster deal. This appears to be **spin or speculation** rather than fact.
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### ✅ Here’s What *Is* Actually Happening:
* \*\*Arsenal’s main attacking target this summer is **Viktor Gyökeres** (Sporting CP), considered a priority striker ([talksport.com][1]).
* The club is also monitoring **Rodrygo (Real Madrid)** as a potential **left winger addition**, with interest confirmed but **no formal bid or agreement yet** ([sportskeeda.com][2]).
* **Real Madrid** have said they intend to **keep him**, and Xabi Alonso reaffirmed he’s a “spectacular player” needed at the club ([sportsmole.co.uk][3]).
* **Rodrygo has publicly expressed a strong desire to stay at Real**, though Arsenal remain quietly interested ([football-espana.net][4]).
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### 🔍 Arsenal’s Realistic Targets Right Now:
* **Striker**: Viktor Gyökeres is overwhelming favorite—£58m package expected soon ([talksport.com][1]).
* **Left Wing Backup Plan**: Rodrygo is a possible candidate, but **no deal in place**—Arsenal would likely need to pay **€100m+** to make it happen ([footballtransfers.com][5]).
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### ⚠️ Bottom Line
* ⚠️ No evidence supports a **£111m striker deal**; this appears to be **rumor-based hype**.
* ✅ Arsenal are actively pursuing **Gyökeres** for the No. 9 role.
* 🔄 **Rodrygo remains on the shortlist as a winger**, but he’s not signing a world-record deal—and Real Madrid want to keep him.
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Would you like more details on Arsenal’s confirmed targets—like Gyökeres—or a tactical comparison between **Gyökeres vs Rodrygo vs other winger options**? I can break down their fit in Arteta’s system and estimated transfer timelines.
* [talksport.com](https://talksport.com/football/3242723/arsenal-next-striker-odds-transfer-gyokeres-isak-rodrygo/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
* [talksport.com](https://talksport.com/football/3245951/rodrygo-next-club-odds-arsenal-man-city-real-madrid/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
* [as.com](https://as.com/futbol/primera/el-arsenal-va-a-por-rodrygo-n/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
[2]: https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/rumor-real-madrid-transfer-news-roundup-los-blancos-reach-agreement-argentine-ace-arsenal-want-rodrygo-june-7-2025?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Real Madrid Transfer News Roundup: Los Blancos reach agreement for Argentine ace, Arsenal want Rodrygo, and more – June 7, 2025”
[3]: https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/football/arsenal/transfer-talk/news/spectacular-player-gunners-learn-real-stance-on-rodrygo-as-alonso-speaks-out_573572.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Arsenal learn Real Madrid Rodrygo transfer stance as boss Xabi Alonso addresses future amid Mikel Arteta interest – Sports Mole”
[4]: https://www.football-espana.net/2025/06/18/fabrizio-romano-drops-update-on-future-of-real-madrid-star-amid-arsenal-interest?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Fabrizio Romano drops update on future of Real Madrid star”
[5]: https://www.footballtransfers.com/en/transfer-news/uk-premier-league/2025/06/exclusive-arsenal-transfer-news-rodrygo-steve-kay?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Exclusive Arsenal Transfer News: Gunners in positive Rodrygo talks as family link key | FootballTransfers.com”
