Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing Jean-Matteo Bahoya from Eintracht Frankfurt. The Premier League side views him as a talented winger for squad depth and future development.
The Gunners strengthened their attack in the summer by signing the likes of Viktor Gyokeres and Noni Madueke. However, they are still looking for further improvements next summer. As per journalist Florian Plettenberg, they have identified Bahoya as a potential target for next summer.
The 20-year-old has impressed in his senior career, showing immense potential. He can play as a left winger, an attacking midfielder, or even as a second striker. Bahoya came through Angers SCO's academy before scoring five goals and providing two assists in 32 senior games for them.
He joined Eintracht Frankfurt in January 2024 and has contributed six goals and five assists in 59 games for them. The French attacker is known for his pace, registering a top speed of around 37kmph this season.
As per the aforementioned report, Arsenal have already contacted the German side for a potential transfer next summer. However, with his contract expiring in 2029, Bahoya is likely to cost around €70 million.
Mikel Arteta assesses Arsenal's performance after 2-0 win over Brentford
The Gunners beat Brentford 2-0 at the Emirates in the Premier League on Wednesday, December 4. Mikel Merino opened the scoring in the 11th minute, before Bukayo Saka scored in stoppage time to secure the win. Arsenal had 64% possession and 15 attempts, with seven being on target.
After the game, Mikel Arteta spoke about his side's performance, saying (h/t Arsenal.com):
"I think we had three big chances to score the second goal. We didn't do it, and then when we were going for the second one, the game became a little bit open. We started to be a bit late in certain moments in the high press, they break it and the pitch is stretched. Then we needed to be a bit more compact.
"But I think we went through that period really well when we started to take the ball and do what we had to do with the ball to bring the momentum down, bring the composure and the ball to the areas that we wanted to attract them and to use the open spaces that they left and score a second goal," he added.
With the win, Arsenal maintained their five-point lead over Manchester City at the top of the Premier League standings. They will next face Aston Villa at Villa Park on Saturday, December 6.