Arsenal have agreed personal terms with Chelsea winger Noni Madueke ahead of a summer move, according to David Ornstein.
The Gunners are looking to strengthen their forward areas for Mikel Arteta this summer after three consecutive runners-up finishes in the Premier League, while they also reached the semi-final of the Champions League in 2024/25.
The club are juggling a number of different targets currently for the winger position, but they have now advanced in talks to sign the Chelsea star after talks with his representatives.
Arsenal Agree Personal Terms with Madueke
No talks with Chelsea yet
Noni Madueke in action for Chelsea
Madueke, who has been described as 'unplayable' by Peter Crouch, enjoyed a strong season with the Blues during 2024/25 under Enzo Maresca as they qualified for the Champions League by finishing fourth, while also winning the Europa Conference League.
But with Brazil sensation Estevao, Joao Pedro and Jamie Bynoe-Gittens all moving to Stamford Bridge this summer, he has found himself falling down the pecking order this summer and an exit has not been ruled out.
Arsenal have now moved to put themselves into pole position for the England international should he leave, and have agreed a contract with his representatives over a transfer.
There is yet to be an official approach from the Gunners to their London rivals, but they are seriously considering it and have the green light from the player now.
Madueke is seen as a firm option to strengthen the club's attack as he is capable of playing on both wings, with the club keen to find a new left-winger in the market while also finding cover for star forward Bukayo Saka.
The Gunners have already signed one Chelsea player this summer, sealing a £5m deal for goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga, while they have previously signed Raheem Sterling (loan), Jorginho, Kai Havertz, David Luiz, Petr Cech and Willian in recent years.
Noni Madueke (Premier League 2024-25)
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