Arsenal continues to be linked with a potential move for a new midfielder as Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his squad ahead of the upcoming season. While the Gunners already have a solid midfield lineup, the possible departure of Emile Smith Rowe this summer has highlighted the need for additional options in that area. Arsenal appears particularly interested in acquiring a new No. 6, especially after Declan Rice excelled in a more advanced role last season.
One name that keeps surfacing in connection with Arsenal is Martin Zubimendi. However, persuading the Spanish midfielder to leave Real Sociedad might prove challenging for the Gunners. Meanwhile, Arsenal was recently considered the frontrunner to sign Everton’s Amadou Onana, but those rumors have quieted down recently.
This might be due to Everton’s high valuation of the player, with journalist Patrick Boyland providing insights into Onana’s future at Goodison Park.
In a recent Q&A on The Athletic, Boyland addressed questions about Onana’s potential move and whether he could leave Everton this summer. Boyland noted that although Bayern Munich showed interest in Onana, their pursuit of Joao Palhinha has seemingly closed that option. Other clubs, both in England and across Europe, have also expressed interest, but no deal has yet materialized.
Boyland emphasized that Everton would only consider selling Onana if their valuation, which exceeds £50 million, is met. Onana has made a significant impact since joining Everton in the summer of 2022, which has understandably attracted attention from major clubs like Arsenal and Bayern Munich.
The talented midfielder has openly expressed his ambition to play at the highest level in Europe, a goal that seems increasingly out of reach at Everton, given their recent struggles with relegation.
Looking ahead to Euro 2024, Onana has hinted that he sees the tournament in Germany as a platform to showcase his abilities.
He noted that past tournaments have been launching pads for players moving to top clubs, and he aspires to follow that path. Euro 2024 represents a critical opportunity for Onana to present himself to Europe’s elite and demonstrate what he can offer on the biggest stage.
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