Arsenal is preparing to make a splash in the transfer market with an investment of 150 million euros. Mikel Arteta is clear that the team needs to strengthen to compete at the highest level in Europe. Therefore, he has set his sights on two players who could elevate the quality of his squad.
The Spanish coach is looking for a midfielder with great vision and a forward with a goal-scoring instinct. The London club has made progress in the search for these reinforcements and has identified two key names. Certainly, both players have been linked in the past with Barça, but the financial solvency of the Gunners allows them to move more decisively in the market.
Arsenal's Chosen Ones
According to the latest information circulating in the English press, Alexander Isak and Martín Zubimendi are Arsenal's main targets. The Swedish forward, currently at Newcastle, is one of Arteta's top priorities to strengthen the attack due to his speed and undeniable goal-scoring instinct. However, his signing won't be cheap, as Newcastle would demand around 120 million euros for his departure.
Meanwhile, Zubimendi is the midfielder Arteta wants to balance the midfield. His release clause is 60 million euros, and Arsenal is willing to pay it without negotiations. With him, the London team would add a player with great tactical intelligence, perfect to complement Declan Rice and Martin Ødegaard in the midfield.
A Blow to Barça
Arsenal's interest in Isak and Zubimendi represents a problem for Barça, which has also closely followed both footballers. However, the difficult financial situation of the Catalan club prevents it from competing with the economic power of the Premier League. If the Gunners complete both signings, Barcelona will be left without two of its main alternatives to strengthen its squad.
Arsenal's strategy is clear: move quickly and secure the signings before the start of the preseason. Arteta wants a solid and competitive team from day one. These signings would be key to consolidating the Londoners among the best teams in Europe.