Arsenal have discussed potential moves for Spain internationals Ferran Torres and Nico Williams as Mikel Arteta continues to assess his attacking options for the remainder of the summer transfer window.
According to the Daily Mail, both forwards have featured in internal conversations at the Emirates Stadium, although no formal approach has yet been made for either player.
The report adds that any deal would depend on the financial conditions being favourable, with Arsenal unwilling to overpay despite their desire to add further quality in the final third.
The Gunners have already strengthened their frontline this summer by signing Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge following Leandro Trossard’s move to Besiktas.
However, Arsenal are understood to remain open to adding another versatile attacker capable of operating across multiple positions.
Torres fits that profile after establishing himself as an important member of Barcelona’s squad.
The former Manchester City forward can play on either wing or through the middle, while his intelligent movement and clinical finishing have made him a regular for both club and country.
The 26-year-old enjoyed another productive campaign with Barcelona and further enhanced his reputation by scoring the winning goal in Spain’s World Cup final victory over Argentina.
A return to the Premier League has been suggested on several occasions since his departure from Manchester City in 2022, although Barcelona have publicly maintained that they value the Spain international highly.
Williams has also been linked with Arsenal in previous transfer windows.
The Athletic Club winger has developed into one of Europe’s most exciting wide players thanks to his explosive pace, direct dribbling and ability to create chances from the left flank.
The 24-year-old has long been admired by several elite clubs, but convincing Athletic Club to sanction a sale has consistently proved difficult.
Reports in Spain have indicated that the Basque club remain determined to retain one of their most valuable assets, meaning any deal would likely require a substantial financial commitment.
For Arsenal, the priority remains ensuring Arteta has enough attacking depth to compete on multiple fronts as the club prepare to defend their Premier League title and challenge again in the UEFA Champions League.
The Gunners are also expected to strengthen defensively following William Saliba’s back injury, with central defence another area under consideration before the transfer deadline.
For now, Arsenal’s reported interest in Torres and Williams appears to be at the exploratory stage rather than advanced negotiations.
Whether either Spain international ultimately arrives in north London will likely depend on how the market develops over the coming weeks and whether Barcelona or Athletic Club soften their current positions.