BREAKING NEWS: “I’ve never liked Arsenal as a club. I don’t understand why my teammate would agree to terms with them despite my advice,” said Virgil van Dijk, confirming that his £40 million international colleague has signed personal terms to join Arsenal by January.

According to Turkish outlet Nutuk, Arsenal has made an initial offer for Fenerbahce’s left-back, Ferdi Kadioglu, during the summer transfer window. The 24-year-old Turkish international has been linked with a move to the North London club, with reports suggesting that personal terms between the player and Arsenal have already been agreed.

Nutuk indicates that Arsenal’s opening bid for Kadioglu was £17 million. However, they are not the only club interested, as Borussia Dortmund has reportedly made a similar offer.

Despite these bids, Fenerbahce is reluctant to sell Kadioglu for such a sum, setting an asking price of £30 million. If a transfer were to materialize at this price, it would mark a record for a player sold from the Turkish Super Lig.

While there is notable interest in Kadioglu, a deal seems unlikely given the current circumstances. Originally an attacking player, Kadioglu has transitioned into a more defensive role, showing adaptability by playing as a full-back on both sides, though he primarily operates as a left-back. Despite being right-footed, his versatility is one of his key strengths.

Arsenal already boasts a wealth of options at left-back, with Oleksandr Zinchenko starting in a recent match against Bayer Leverkusen. Other left-back options at the club include Riccardo Calafiori, Jakub Kiwior, Jurrien Timber, and Takehiro Tomiyasu, with Kieran Tierney also in the squad but sidelined with a long-term injury. Given Arsenal’s depth in this position, it seems unlikely they will pursue Kadioglu further.

There is speculation that the rumors around Arsenal’s interest in Kadioglu might have been generated by his agent to encourage other clubs, such as Borussia Dortmund, to meet Fenerbahce’s valuation.

Arsenal’s attention in the remaining days of the transfer window may shift towards strengthening their midfield or securing a center-forward.

Mikel Merino of Real Sociedad is one name reportedly on their radar. Additionally, should Eddie Nketiah leave, with Olympique Marseille showing interest, Arsenal may seek a replacement striker before the window closes.

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