The final week of the summer transfer window is shaping up to be decisive for a number of major clubs, and Arsenal have been firmly placed among those monitoring one of the market’s most delicate situations. In his latest transfer update, Fabrizio Romano made clear that movement is expected across Europe in the closing days, setting the tone by saying, “it’s going to be a crazy crazy week.”
With attention spread across Milan, Barcelona, Newcastle United, Chelsea and Atletico Madrid, the most relevant development for Arsenal concerns Julian Alvarez. Romano’s discussion placed the forward’s future at the centre of an increasingly tense picture, while also explaining why Arsenal remain alert in the background.
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Arsenal remain attentive on Julian Alvarez
According to Romano, Arsenal’s stance has not changed. He explained that the club believe a deal could be possible from a financial perspective, particularly if another outgoing creates further room. His exact wording was, “Arsenal financially believe internally they could afford a deal for Julian Alvarez.”
That is a significant detail at this stage of the window. It suggests Arsenal have done the internal work on the numbers and feel that, under the right conditions, a move could be within reach. Romano went further by referencing the Gabriel Martinelli situation, indicating that a potential move away would strengthen Arsenal’s position in the market. He stated, “Especially if Gabri Martinelli goes to Alilalal and this deal is ongoing.”
The wider implication is clear. Arsenal are not being described as advancing with a formal move at this point, but they are present, informed and ready in the event that circumstances change around the player.
Player decision remains central to Arsenal hopes
For now, the principal obstacle is not Arsenal’s budget. It is the player’s current position. Romano was explicit on that point, saying, “The point is the player. The player till…
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