London's Arsenal have swiftly shifted focus onto alternative options to bolster their attack after Vinicius Junior rejected their offer and chose to extend his contract with Real Madrid.
Manager Mikel Arteta and the club hierarchy have assembled a shortlist of elite wingers to remedy the setback with Vinicius and Morgan Rogers, who has opted for Chelsea.
Priority targets for Arsenal
Niko Williams and Bradley Barcola: The Spanish winger from Athletic Bilbao and the French talent from PSG are seen as primary candidates for the left flank. Arsenal will, however, face stiff competition from Liverpool for Barcola, who reportedly favours a move to Merseyside. PSG are valuing him at around £100–125 million.
Iliman Ndiaye: Journalist Ben Jacobs has revealed that the Gunners have expressed interest in the 26-year-old Everton player. Known for his remarkable versatility in attack, Ndiaye has turned down a new contract offer from the Toffees. Everton are reportedly looking for no less than £75 million for their star player, with other contenders for Ndiaye including Saudi side Al-Hilal, Liverpool, and Manchester United.
Ibrahim Mbaye: Arsenal are also maintaining a potential interest in the 18-year-old winger from PSG, who is currently in talks with Liverpool.
In addition, Arsenal have already made initial contact with representatives of one of the players from Barcelona.
