Arsenal have officially wrapped up the signing of yet another attacking talent after reaching a conclusive agreement with a prominent European club. The deal is reportedly set to be made permanent, with the player expected in London shortly to undergo his medical and finalize the transfer. This latest acquisition is part of the Gunners’ broader plan to strengthen their forward line ahead of the new season.
At the same time, Arsenal are keeping a close eye on Chelsea winger Noni Madueke, with reports indicating that the North London club is weighing the possibility of bringing him in. Having just completed the signing of goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea for a reported £5 million, Arsenal’s transfer activity shows no signs of slowing down as Mikel Arteta seeks to sharpen his squad.
Arteta appears particularly focused on reinforcing his attacking unit following a heartbreaking finish in the 2024/25 Premier League title chase. While a top-class striker remains high on his wish list, he’s also looking to bring in an additional creative forward—someone with flair and unpredictability—to broaden the team’s attacking arsenal.
Respected journalist Fabrizio Romano claims that Arsenal have already begun internal discussions about whether to pursue Madueke more seriously. Though no official contact has been made with Chelsea or the player yet, Arsenal could soon table a formal offer if their interest grows stronger in the coming days.
Currently, Arsenal are in a stage of strategic evaluation, deciding whether to open negotiations with Chelsea for the 23-year-old England international. So far, no concrete offer has landed on the table, but one might be imminent if Arteta gives the green light. Madueke remains valued at Stamford Bridge, but that hasn’t ruled out a possible sale.
Football insider Ben Jacobs has weighed in, revealing that while Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca still rates Madueke highly, the club might be open to parting ways with him for an offer in the region of £45 million. It’s a sizable sum, but one Arsenal might be willing to pay if they see Madueke as the missing piece in their attacking puzzle.
Madueke, who joined Chelsea from PSV Eindhoven for £28.5 million in January 2023, has delivered a mixed bag of results—netting 20 goals and 9 assists in 90 appearances. While his goal tally is respectable, questions linger over his consistency and decision-making in the final third, prompting debate among Chelsea fans about whether it’s time to move on.
Adding to the uncertainty is Chelsea’s aggressive recruitment strategy, with new signings like Jamie Bynoe-Gittens, Joao Pedro, and Palmeiras prodigy Estevao Willian expected to further crowd the Blues’ frontline. If Madueke stays, he risks sliding down the pecking order, but at Arsenal, he could thrive—dueling for a starting spot with Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, and Leandro Trossard.
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