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Arsenal increasingly unlikely to sign Serie A target
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Arsenal remain keen to sign Kenan Yildiz this summer and would be ready to move as soon as Juventus opens the door for the talented attacker to leave. However, Juventus have so far insisted that Yildiz is not for sale, with the club building its current team around the youngster and wanting to retain his services.

Yildiz has also suffered an injury that could sideline him during the first two months of the season, but that has not stopped Arsenal from maintaining their interest. The Gunners regard him as one of the top players in the world, and a move for Yildiz makes considerable sense to them given his performances whenever he takes to the pitch.

Arsenal’s Interest in Yildiz

Christos Tzolis has been fantastic on Arsenal’s left wing since moving to the club, but if they sell Gabriel Martinelli as expected, they will need to bring in another left winger. Yildiz is the player they particularly want, although they have not come close to adding him to their squad so far.

Arsenal’s continued interest suggests they remain attentive to Yildiz’s situation despite the difficulties surrounding a potential transfer. His injury has not altered Juventus’ position, meaning the Gunners would still need the Italian club to reconsider its stance before any move could progress.

Juventus Maintain Their Position

According to Football Insider, even Yildiz’s injury has not persuaded Juventus to change their mind about keeping him. The report states that he remains distant from a move to Arsenal, with the Gunners facing a difficult task if they hope to add him to their squad during this window.

For Arsenal, the situation leaves Yildiz as a highly desirable target while Juventus continue to make their intentions clear. The Gunners could be prepared to act if circumstances change, but there is currently little indication that Juventus are willing to allow the attacker to leave.

With Arsenal potentially needing another left winger if Martinelli departs, Yildiz remains an attractive option for the club. However, Juventus’ firm stance means any move will depend on whether they eventually decide to open the door for his departure.

This article first appeared on Just Arsenal and was syndicated with permission.

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