Arsenal are considering a move to try and tempt Real Madrid youngster Victor Valdepenas away from the Spanish giants in the summer transfer window, according to Fabrizio Romano.
The Gunners have enjoyed some impressive transfer windows in recent years, which has led to them topping the Premier League table this season with a comfortable cushion. Although the Gunners have spent significantly trying to bolster Mikel Arteta's senior squad, they have also focused on bringing in young talent from around the world and will likely continue to do so.
It could end up being a quiet January transfer window for Arsenal, considering they are already looking like Premier League title favourites. The north London outfit could look to keep their powder dry for the summer, with the winter window a difficult time of year to complete good value deals.
Arsenal Eyeing Real Madrid Youngster
Mikel Arteta
According to Fabrizio Romano, Arsenal are monitoring Real Madrid youngster Valdepenas, and he's one of the names on their shortlist for the next few months. His future remains in Real Madrid's hands, so it might not be easy for the Gunners to prise him away in 2026.
At the age of 19, Valdepenas is yet to become a key feature for Real Madrid, predominantly playing in the youth sides at the moment. The Spanish talent was given a run-out earlier in the season, playing 78 minutes in La Liga.
Whether Real Madrid will allow him to depart remains to be seen, especially with him still having three and a half years remaining on his contract.
Time for Arsenal to Focus on Young Talent
Mikel Arteta
As mentioned, Arsenal have already invested significantly in improving their senior squad in recent years, with Arteta now having a side capable of regularly competing for the Premier League title. Their squad needs minimal investment in order to remain at the level they are currently at, so signing talent for the future would be a smart move.
Valdepenas would certainly fit into that category, and although it might not be easy to prise him away from Madrid, it's the profile of player that Arsenal should be looking to bring in over the next months.