- Arsenal target Real Madrid’s Ferland Mendy to strengthen their squad, with Real Madrid reportedly lowering his price to £17.5 million.
- Despite Mendy’s agent initially intending to offer him to Tottenham, Arsenal have emerged as a more attractive destination due to their Champions League qualification.
- Arsenal’s interest in Mendy dates back to 2018, reinforcing their long-standing need to find a long-term left-back.
Arsenal have reportedly set their sights on Real Madrid’s left-back, Ferland Mendy, as the Gunners aim to solidify their squad ahead of the new Premier League season.
This move, according to the Daily Mirror, comes as Real Madrid lowers Mendy’s price to £17.5 million, providing Arsenal with a prime opportunity to secure a proven talent.
Mendy, a talented French international, has struggled to assert his influence at Madrid, with his regular appearances being disrupted due to poor form and injury.
Despite these setbacks, his capability to enhance Arsenal’s squad depth is undeniable.
Should Mendy make the move to the Emirates, he would be competing with Oleksandr Zinchenko for the left-back position, especially given the uncertainty surrounding Kieran Tierney’s future at the club.
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Interestingly, Mendy’s move to the Premier League was initially thought to be directed towards Tottenham, as suggested by his agent. However, Tottenham are unlikely to be in Europe at all next season, never mind the Champions League, making Arsenal a more attractive destination for the Frenchman.
It’s worth noting that the Gunners’ interest in Mendy isn’t new. Back in November 2018, following a stellar performance against Manchester City, Arsenal fans had already been vocal about their desire to see the Frenchman don the famous red and white.
Mikel Arteta, Arsenal’s head coach, is known for his strategic approach to recruitment, emphasising squad depth and versatility. The potential addition of Ferland Mendy aligns with this philosophy. A left-back by trade, Mendy’s versatility and two-footedness would provide Arteta with a plethora of options in defence and midfield.
With the summer transfer window looming, Arsenal’s pursuit of Ferland Mendy could potentially strengthen the Gunners’ bid for Premier League glorynext season. Arsenal fans will undoubtedly be keen to see how this story unfolds in the coming weeks.