Overview
- Multiple outlets cite CaughtOffside in reporting that Rodrygo Goes and Rafael Leao sit atop Arsenal’s wide-forward shortlist.
- Coverage says Arsenal are not pursuing a new centre-forward and remain confident in summer signing Viktor Gyokeres despite a modest early return.
- Arsenal Station reports potential approaches could come in January or the summer, with no formal bids disclosed at this stage.
- Contract and cost factors loom large, with both players tied to 2028 deals and Transfermarkt valuations totaling roughly £131m, as competing interest is also noted.
- The interest is framed as squad-balancing, with Trossard’s age, Martinelli’s inconsistency, and injuries to Jesus and Havertz cited; Rodrygo recently started and scored against Manchester City, while Leao remains a key Milan starter.