The Gunners are set to make a move for a 2006 born 19 year old. He is an Argentine defensive midfielder from Rosario Central. The 19 years old Juan Valentín Giménez has been under the radar with his good performance at such a young age. As a part of their long-term project the Gunners are ready to make a move for the young talent under Arteta. He has been one of the country’s most promising talent in the domestic league. Attracting the attention of top European clubs like German side Borussia Dortmund and English Premier league rivals Manchester United and now Arsenal. With this interest the Gunners have also set their eyes on Real Madrid Castilla talent Víctor Valdepeñas.
🚨 Arsenal are monitoring Rosario Central centre-back Juan Gimenez (19) & Real Madrid Castilla centre-back Victor Valdepeñas (18) & have added both players to their shortlist. They are seen as potential targets for the future. [@Plettigoal] pic.twitter.com/cNeKrBSoZn
— afcstuff (@afcstuff) May 14, 2025
Giménez at Rosario Central:
Born on April 27, 2006, in the town Rosario, Argentina. In 2014 Juan Valentín Giménez joined the Rosario Central youth academy. Also made debut for his youth club in the professional league in Argentina on April 7, 2024, at the age of 17 against the team of River Plate. At just the age of 17 he has since then then made himself an important on the field. Making important blocks and passing along with skills made him a regular starter for the club at just the age of 18. He has make himself an important player on the field. On August 26, 2024 last year he scored his first professional goal at the age of 18. Which helped the team win a game with a score line of 1-0 against Atletico Tucuman. Also helping him earn player of the match in many occasions.
International experience for Giménez:
He has also been part of his country Argentina at many youth levels. He was part of the U-17 squad for the national team that competed in South American Championship in 2023. Played an important part of the squad helping the team finish third in the competition. Directly qualifying for the U-17 World Cup. This performance of his helped in securing a call up to U-20 squad to the national team under head coach Javier Mascherano taking part in a number of international games.
Competition from other clubs:
While the Gunners have shown their interest in him in securing him for future. They are set to face competition from teams like rivals Manchester United. The Red Devils are looking out for the young promising talent. Reportedly opening talks for submitting a contract to the young player. With the Red Devils also are German side Borussia Dortmund for the player. With the Yellows also interested in the player makes it very interesting. Reports suggest that the Red Devils will submit an bid for the player allowing him to remain at the current team till the end of year.
Author’s opinion:
With the Gunners goal of securing young talents like Giménez is a good plan for future challenges ahead. His progress at both the domestic and international level at Argentina makes an expecting promising talent for development. With many clubs in race to sign him the battle to secure him will be an interesting one to watch out for in the coming days.
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