Arsenal’s hopes of landing Benjamin Šeško this summer have received a significant boost following the latest update from renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano. According to the transfer expert, clubs from the Saudi Pro League have recently approached Šeško with “important proposals” — but the 22-year-old striker has made it clear that his immediate priority is to remain in Europe. This development will be warmly received by the Gunners, who have made the Slovenian forward a key target for the summer window.
With Arsenal intensifying talks with RB Leipzig in recent weeks, there were concerns that the lure of a lucrative move to the Middle East could sway the highly-rated striker. However, Šeško’s firm stance indicates a clear preference for continuing his development at the top level of European football — a priority that aligns perfectly with Arsenal’s ongoing negotiations.
The north London club are in the market for a top-class striker to spearhead their attack next season, with Mikel Arteta determined to add more firepower to his squad. Despite interest in other names such as Viktor Gyökeres and Ollie Watkins, Šeško has emerged as the standout candidate due to his youth, physical attributes, and enormous potential. The RB Leipzig man is seen internally at Arsenal as a long-term solution, and a player who could lead the line for years to come.
With Saudi interest now effectively sidelined, Arsenal can proceed with greater clarity and confidence. The club have already held talks with the player’s camp and with RB Leipzig, who are believed to value Šeško between €80 million and €100 million. Although no agreement has been reached yet, negotiations are described as progressing well, and Arsenal remain optimistic about finalising a deal in the coming weeks.
Šeško’s performances in the Bundesliga this past season have only increased his profile. The 6’4″ striker has shown impressive movement, strength, and finishing ability — qualities that Arsenal believe would complement their existing attacking options and provide a different dimension to their forward line. With Gabriel Jesus often operating deeper and Kai Havertz playing a hybrid role, Šeško would offer a more traditional No.9 presence with the upside of future growth.
Arsenal’s sporting director Andrea Berta and manager Mikel Arteta are said to be aligned on the Šeško pursuit. His rejection of Saudi interest also suggests a player with a clear career vision, one that aligns with the project being built at the Emirates.
For now, the Gunners will continue their discussions with Leipzig as they look to beat off competition from other European heavyweights also monitoring Šeško’s situation. But with the striker’s heart seemingly set on staying in Europe — and Arsenal’s interest advancing steadily — fans in north London can be hopeful that one of the most exciting young strikers in the game could be calling the Emirates home very soon.
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