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Arsenal are widely expected to reinforce their left wing department this summer.
Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli are presently the left-wing options, but the latter has been fancied to head for the exit door.
The Athletic now report that Arsenal made an enquiry to Juventus for Yildiz in their search for a left winger, but it was unsuccessful.
The Bianconeri have categorically ruled out Yildiz’s exit, and Arsenal are pursuing other options.
Yildiz enquiry suggests Arsenal want a left winger with huge potential
Arsenal are poised to pursue a marquee solution on the left wing this summer. Ideally, they may want an upcoming star with immense potential.
Yildiz, described as ‘one of a kind‘ by FIFA.com, falls right into that category. The Turkish ace made 21 goal contributions for the Bianconeri last term.
He has primarily played as a left winger but can also operate as a second striker. His dribbling and chance creation are undoubtedly his main strengths.
Yildiz created 15 big chances in Serie A last campaign; only two more players managed more.
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Arsenal are unlikely to land his services this summer, but the approach for Yildiz suggests that the Gunners are aiming for a big statement signing.
In our view, Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers should be the club’s next target, and we have already covered why he would be a clear-cut left-wing upgrade.
The Englishman has already proven his credentials as a left winger and an attacking midfielder for Villa, and could seamlessly fit in without any adaptation time.
He would offer a different dimension to the Gunners’ attack. His long-range shooting is something the club have lacked through Trossard and Martinelli.
Aston Villa are set to hold out for £100 million as a starting price. This should not deter the Gunners, having spent more on Declan Rice in the summer of 2023.