Arsenal target Morgan Rogers and new left winger in ambitious summer window
Premier League champions Arsenal have made a new left winger their primary transfer target this summer as manager Mikel Arteta seeks ambitious squad improvements.
The club’s hierarchy are currently focused on securing a new long-term contract for their Spanish manager, whose current deal expires next year.
Arsenal executives are confident an agreement will be reached that could potentially double his current salary.
Following their recent Champions League final defeat by Paris Saint-Germain, the 42-year-old has publicly urged the board to act aggressively in the market.
Search for attacking reinforcements
Sporting director Andrea Berta has identified the left side of the attack as the crucial area needing a significant upgrade.
Current wide options Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard both endured lengthy goalscoring droughts during the title-winning campaign.
Aston Villa standout Morgan Rogers has emerged as a prime candidate for the north London club.
However, the West Midlands side will reportedly demand a fee exceeding £100m to part with their highly coveted forward.
Alternative targets and tactical flexibility
Bournemouth sensation Eli Junior Kroupi is also highly appreciated by the Gunners’ recruitment team after a stellar debut season in England.
The South Coast outfit remain firmly opposed to a sale and have told the Frenchman he would benefit from remaining at the Vitality Stadium.
A significantly cheaper alternative is Club Brugge attacker Christos Tzolis, who is currently valued at approximately £35m.
The Greek international is reportedly eager to make the switch, and his arrival would not prevent the club from pursuing a marquee addition elsewhere.
Monitoring defensive and midfield depth
Beyond the attacking lines, the reigning English champions are actively scouting the market for a central midfielder to dictate play.
Berta is equally open to signing a versatile full-back capable of operating on both flanks due to recurring injury issues in the defensive ranks.
Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola remains a player of interest as contract talks stall in the French capital.
A renewed move for Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez appears highly unlikely, with Barcelona currently leading the race for the Argentine.
