Premier League Clubs Join Race for Arsenal’s Zinchenko with £10m Summer Bid Plans
Oleksandr Zinchenko’s Arsenal Exit Looms as Fulham Eyes £10m Move
(Images: Zinchenko in action for Arsenal; Fulham’s Craven Cottage; Myles Lewis-Skelly celebrating)
Oleksandr Zinchenko’s time at Arsenal could end this summer, with Fulham leading the race to sign the Ukrainian defender for a reported £10million. The 28-year-old, who joined Arsenal from Manchester City for £32m in 2022, has seen his role diminish due to injuries and rising competition.
From Key Player to Squad Depth
Zinchenko was pivotal in Arsenal’s 2022/23 title challenge, but his influence waned as Takehiro Tomiyasu, Jurrien Timber, and academy star Myles Lewis-Skelly overtook him in the pecking order. Last season, he started just five Premier League games, despite Arsenal’s defensive injury crisis.
Fulham’s Interest Heats Up
Fulham aims to capitalize on Zinchenko’s situation, valuing his versatility in defense and midfield. Arsenal seeks £12.7m, but Marco Silva’s side hopes to negotiate a lower fee. A source told The Sun: “Zinchenko is a major target… no shortage of takers.” The player is open to reducing his £4.26m annual salary to facilitate the move.
Premier League Stay Preferred
While clubs like Borussia Dortmund and AC Milan have shown interest, Zinchenko prefers staying in London. His experience and leadership could bolster Fulham’s push for a top-half finish after their impressive 2024/25 campaign.
Arsenal’s Summer Overhaul
Mikel Arteta plans to revamp the squad, targeting striker signings like Benjamin Sesko and Viktor Gyokeres. Real Madrid-linked midfielder Martin Zubimendi is also set to join, while Jorginho’s exit freed up wages. Selling fringe players like Zinchenko will help fund these moves.
Verdict
Zinchenko’s departure appears inevitable as Arsenal prioritizes upgrades. For Fulham, securing a proven Premier League talent at a bargain could be a coup. Meanwhile, the Gunners continue chasing long-awaited silverware under Arteta’s evolving vision.
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