Young Argentinian Ezequiel Fernandez signs for Arsenal
Arsenal signed Riccardo Calafiori and are close to signing Mikel Merino. Despite landing the duo, their transfer Business for the summer is far from over.
According to ESPN (via Mirror)The Gunners are “evaluating a move” for Argentina and Boca Juniors star Ezequiel Fernandez. The 22-year-old is currently involved in the 2024 Olympics with Javier Mascherano’s men and played 20 minutes in their 2-1 defeat to Morocco last week.
The report adds that Fernandez's representatives “have received information” about Arsenal monitoring him. However, Boca Juniors will have the negotiating power over his future as he has four years left on his contract in Buenos Aires, having recently signed a deal until 2028.
Arsenal's interest in Fernandez is still in its infancy. However, they should have no problems securing his services if they formally begin talks with Boca, as the young player Transfermarkt rating amounts to just £11.8 million.
An avenue worth exploring for Arsenal
The tastes of Chelsea, Manchester City and real Madrid In recent years, clubs have invested heavily in signing players from South America, which has proven to be a profitable and low-risk model.
Arsenal can certainly try to follow that route and explore its viability, especially when the investment required to achieve their goal is cheaper.
Fernández made 20 appearances for Boca Juniors last season, scoring two goals in all competitions.
His versatility was particularly impressive as he played in several roles in midfield despite naturally being a defensive midfielder.
At almost six feet tall, Fernandez ensures a physical presence in the number six position along with an ever-improving dribbling ability that comes in handy when played in an advanced role.
Mikel Arteta He has also continually encouraged the development of younger players during his time as a manager and therefore the Emirates Stadium could prove to be the most suitable destination in Europe for Fernandez.
Arsenal will continue to track him at the Paris Olympics and it will be worth keeping a close eye on how their interest develops.
