OFFICIAL NEWS: Arsenal has finalized the signing of a £59 million superstar. The player was set to watch the match against Wolves this weekend, and his jersey number 23 has been confirmed. A medical examination is scheduled for Tuesday.

Arsenal is reportedly very interested in signing Ezequiel Fernandez, a young defensive midfielder from Argentina, during this summer’s transfer window. According to reports from Diego Monroig via Bolavip, Arsenal is looking to strengthen their team as they prepare for a serious push to win the Premier League title next season. The club sees Fernandez as someone who could immediately improve their midfield and be valuable for the long term.

Ezequiel Fernandez has been with Boca Juniors since his youth, working his way up through their system. In early 2023, he was promoted to the first team and since then, he has played in 67 matches for Boca Juniors, scoring five goals.

At the moment, Fernandez is also playing for Argentina’s Olympic team. He recently helped the team with a goal in a 3-1 victory over Iraq, even though Argentina had earlier lost to Morocco in their first group match.

Fernandez’s strong performances have caught the eye of several clubs. Despite having four years left on his contract with Boca Juniors, there is growing talk that he might be transferred this summer.

Recently, Al-Qadsiah, a club from the Saudi Pro League, tried to buy Fernandez with a $17 million offer. However, Boca Juniors rejected the offer, even though Fernandez was open to the idea of moving.

Now, Arsenal has become a serious contender to sign Fernandez. The club is looking for a young midfielder who could play alongside Declan Rice and sees Fernandez as a key player for their future plans.

Arsenal has already reached out to Fernandez’s representatives, showing their interest in bringing him into the team for the 2024/25 season. Although Arsenal hasn’t made an official offer yet, their strong interest could make it difficult for Boca Juniors to keep hold of their young talent.

Arsenal’s pursuit of Fernandez is part of their strategy to invest in young players who can contribute right away and grow with the team over time.

If Fernandez moves to the Premier League, it would not only provide him with a new challenge but also fit well with Arsenal’s goals of building a team that can compete at the highest levels, both in the Premier League and in European competitions.