Arteta’s objective for this summer was to remodel his midfield. Xhaka has left, and Thomas Partey is rumored to be leaving.
Kai Havertz has joined to take over the Granit Xhaka Role, while Rice, who is tipped to replace Partey in the No. 6 role, is an announcement away from linking up with Arteta and the boys. The two midfield additions strengthen Arsenal’s engine room, but Arteta is still determining if his midfield is where it should be. That is why some believe he is looking for another central midfielder to join his project before the transfer window shuts. Aurelien Tchouameni is said to be one of the midfielders being pursued.
Speculation state that Arsenal’s decision-makers were interested in the Real Madrid player a few days ago. So, what’s the latest on Arsenal’s pursuit of the Frenchman? According to Madrid Zone, Real Madrid will not sell him. The Los Blancos have reportedly indicated that they intend to keep the 23-year-old.
🚨| Real Madrid received a lot of calls, especially from PL clubs for Aurélien Tchouaméni but their reply was clear — he is NOT for sale. @relevo #rmalive 🇫🇷 pic.twitter.com/2Yu0NKrGfw
— Madrid Zone (@theMadridZone) July 13, 2023
The fact that the Spanish giants need to raise finances for Kylian Mbappe’s move (with PSG, according to reports, ready to let him leave) and the arrival of Jude Bellingham endangering his (Tchoumeni’s) game time fueled rumors of his departure.
But if Real Madrid isn’t letting him go, the Gunners should consider who, between Gabri Veiga and Romeo Lavia, they want the most and sign him. Notably, a £60 million+ move for Tchouameni would have been more expensive than the other options.
Waiting For Declan!!! – Dublin Arsenal Supporters 22/23 ARSENAL MID-SUMMER REVIEW
CALLING ALL ARSENAL FANS! Anyone who would like to contribute an Article or Video opinion piece on JustArsenal, please contact us through this link…
Though Tchouameni has fallen down the pecking order, Madrid knows the Frenchman quality and will most likely allow the kid to develop more ring rust before releasing him, that’s just the harsh reality in the modern game.
Gabri Veiga and Vieira started out the same time but the Spaniard excel in several positions on the pitch, still it is in the attacking midfield he earns his bread.
Lavia got to be the safest bet in my opinion, aggressive and mobile, the Belgian is the ideal player to rotate with Partey, the fact we do not expect the Ghanaian to play 40 + games for us in the upcoming campaign, whether it’s for fitness or other personal reasons.
I would disagree that Tchouameni has fallen down the order. Second half he had some injuries and drop in form, but Madrid did not buy any CDM, they will still have him as number one option when fit, and make sure to grow his confidence and stature.
Veiga agreed, is a CAM and we have no immediate need there. Lavia is what would improve our option, with Partey staying. Start selling players and land this one guy and we are ready
funkyrith
But Tchouameni is just not getting much games, Valverde, Camavinga is eating up all the game time.
Bellingham joining is only going to make matters worse for the youngster.
And am not going to mention Modric and others.
Caicedo would make me droll