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Arsenal are reportedly considering signing Brahim Diaz, a €40m-rated Real Madrid star, as a potential alternative to Rodrygo Goes. According to Fichajes, the Gunners are prepared to offer up to €50 million to bring Diaz to the Premier League this summer.
Mikel Arteta sees Diaz as an ideal fit for his Arsenal project, valuing his creativity, ability to play between the lines, and flair in the final third. The Spanish forward’s skills would make him an attractive addition to the Premier League side.
However, Real Madrid’s new manager Xabi Alonso has other plans for Diaz. Alonso wants open and regular communication with the board regarding transfers and sees Diaz as a key figure in his future plans. Diaz’s performance during the Club World Cup will be crucial to determining his role for the 2025-26 season.
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Diaz had a strong first season with Atletico Madrid before joining Real Madrid, scoring 29 goals in all competitions.
His impressive form caught the attention of several top clubs, including Arsenal and Bayer Leverkusen.
Despite Alonso’s plans, Arsenal’s offer is significant enough that it cannot be ignored. The coming weeks will be crucial in deciding whether Diaz stays at Real Madrid or joins Arsenal in the Premier League
Alonso has sent a firm message to his players, emphasizing the importance of effort and intensity. According to Cadena SER, Alonso warned that players who don’t run and make an effort won’t play, regardless of their reputation or name value.
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Alonso’s approach is rooted in a philosophy of intense pressing and positional discipline. He demands that all players, including goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, contribute to the defensive phase and pressing game.
This shift in tactical identity could have significant implications for Real Madrid’s squad dynamics and player roles. Alonso’s high standards are set to bring about a new era at the Santiago Bernabeu.
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The development comes as Arsenal continues to look for ways to strengthen their squad. The Gunners have been linked with several high-profile signings, including Viktor Gyokeres and Benjamin Sesko.
With Diaz, Arsenal could potentially get a talented young forward who could make an immediate impact. The 25-year-old has a market value of €47 million and has consistently impressed with his skills on the pitch. In the last 12 months, he has maintained an average Sofascore rating of 7.04, showcasing his consistency and quality.
Diaz’s stats speak for themselves – he has scored 13 goals for Real Madrid and has been instrumental in the team’s victories. His creativity, vision, and goal-scoring ability would be a valuable asset to Mikel Arteta’s side.
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