Arsenal They are reportedly interested in signing Villarreal star Alejandro Baena, according to transfer journalist Ekrem Konur.
After coming through the Yellow Submarine's youth system, the 23-year-old made his senior debut with the Spanish side's first team in 2020. However, he initially struggled to find regular playing time at the Estadi de la Cerámica, so who had to leave Girona on loan to play regularly and develop his career.
After a successful loan spell with the Catalan team, he has now established himself as a key player for Villarreal in recent times. He was even on the Spanish team that won the gold medal at the Olympics last summer.
Now, the midfielder has been in good form this season, contributing six goals in 10 league games. Villarreal have enjoyed a stellar campaign so far this season, placing fourth in the table with 24 points from 12 games. Following his recent standout performances, he has now also secured a place in Spain's first team.
writing in unknown, Konur He claims that Arsenal are interested in Baena and that the player is open to a move to the Emirates Stadium if they formalize their interest.
The journalist said:
“Arsenal remain linked with Villareal's Spanish winger, Alex Baena. “The Spanish winger is open to a transfer to Arsenal.”
Baena to Arsenal
The player, valued at around £42 million per Transfer market – He has a contract until 2028 with Villarreal, so the Spanish team is in no hurry to sell him next year. The Gunners will therefore have to make a lucrative proposal to convince Marcelino's team to cash in.
Baena plays on the left flank in a 4-4-2 system for Villarreal, but can also be deployed in the attacking midfield position. Arteta likes to have versatile players, so the 23-year-old would be a perfect option for him.
Arsenal currently lack depth in the attacking midfield position behind Martin Odegaard, while Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard have struggled to find the back of the net consistently so far this season.
Therefore, Baena could cover both positions if he joined the club. It will be interesting to see if the Emirates club finally makes a concrete decision to sign him.
