Arsenal target Atlético winger as Juventus scout Manchester United striker

Arsenal are preparing to make a €80 million move for Atlético Madrid winger Álex Baena to solidify their left flank. The 25-year-old has contributed five goals and three assists in 11 LaLiga matches this season. Bayern Munich is expected to join the bidding war for the Spanish international.

The Gunners may fund the purchase by selling midfielder Martín Zubimendi. Real Madrid and Barcelona are interested in the 27-year-old, who has struggled for starting spots since Bruno Guimarães arrived in July 2025. Arsenal aims to recoup the €60 million fee paid to Real Sociedad for Zubimendi.

Juventus is evaluating two forwards ahead of the January transfer window. The Italian club is interested in Manchester United striker Benjamin Šeško and Monaco forward Folarin Balogun. Reports indicate Juventus has roughly €100 million available to strengthen its squad with a physical center forward.

Šeško, 23, has been out since an injury sustained in a September 16 EFL Cup match against Brighton. Balogun, 25, may be a more accessible target after Monaco accepted a €40 million bid from Everton that was later withdrawn.

Manchester United is also looking to bolster its forward depth. The club is assessing Al Ahli striker Ivan Toney, who has scored 12 goals in nine Saudi Pro League games this season. Toney, 30, moved to the Saudi club from Brentford in the summer of 2024.

Other clubs are monitoring key assets. Barcelona is keeping an eye on Tottenham midfielder Lucas Bergvall, who is also attracting interest from Napoli. Tottenham holds a strong negotiating position as Bergvall is contracted until 2031. Al-Hilal has dropped its pursuit of Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes, who has eight months remaining on his current deal.

Chelsea winger Estêvão has drawn inquiries from Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain. Benfica is facing competition from Arsenal, Napoli, and Barcelona for Monza striker Gustavo Varela. Everton is also tracking Minnesota United forward Kelvin Yeboah as part of its ongoing recruitment efforts.