Arsenal are reportedly in pursuit of an 11-goal winger, amid interest from several Premier League and European clubs.
Arsenal are reportedly showing strong interest in Lyon winger Malick Fofana, despite Nottingham Forest already agreeing a fee for the player.
GiveMeSport suggest that the 20-year-old is holding out for a move to a Champions League club.
Arsenal eye Fofana deal
Lyon are open to selling the promising Belgian for at least €60 million due to their ongoing financial difficulties and recent demotion from Ligue 1.
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Fofana had an impressive season for Lyon, contributing 11 goals in 41 appearances across all competitions. The 20-year-old, who also made his international debut for Belgium last year is now said to be on the Gunners’ radar.
Fofana is reportedly on the shortlist for a surfeit of Premier League clubs — Chelsea, Liverpool, Fulham and Nottingham Forest — and European sides, including Bayern Munich and Napoli.
Arsenal's summer transfer activity is picking up pace, with Kepa Arrizabalaga already signed and deals for Martin Zubimendi and Christian Norgaard expected soon, alongside ongoing talks for Valencia’s Cristhian Mosquera.
What’s next for Arsenal?
Arsenal, who face Manchester United in gameweek one of the 2025-26 Premier League campaign, hope to finalise more incomings by the start of pre-season this month.
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