Arsenal targeting Álex Baena again

The Gunners are reportedly considering signing the Atlético de Madrid winger as early as January

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Arsenal targeting Álex Baena again

24.10.26 10:00 English Premier League

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Arsenal are already preparing for the winter transfer window and have reportedly identified Álex Baena as a potential target. According to several media outlets, the London club are once again interested in the Spain international, who is currently under contract with Atlético de Madrid.

Arsenal renew their interest

Aged 25, Baena had already been monitored by Arsenal in 2024, before leaving Villarreal for Atlético. The London club's hierarchy are now reportedly considering making another approach ahead of the next transfer window. Capable of playing on the wings as well as through the middle, the player would fit the profile Mikel Arteta is seeking to strengthen his attacking options.

🚨 Arsenal have revived their interest in Atlético Madrid winger Álex Baena ahead of the January window. The Gunners previously targeted the 25-year-old in 2024 and have now identified him as a potential winter signing. Atlético are expected to demand well above his €42.6M valuation if Arsenal make a move in January. (Source: @Transfersdotcom)
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The Gunners would not be alone in the race, however. Manchester City and Bayern Munich have reportedly expressed interest, while Newcastle United and Aston Villa have also reportedly added the Spaniard to their lists of potential targets.

Atlético do not want to lose an important player

Signed by the Madrid club from Villarreal, Baena is under contract with Atlético until 2030. Diego Simeone appreciates his profile and considers him an important member of his squad. Baena has also made an impressive start to the season, with five goals and two assists in nine appearances.

🚨 𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦𝗧: Arsenal are reportedly targeting Atletico Madrid winger Alex Baena for a January transfer. ↳ 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗫𝗧 Baena, 25, is a Spain international who joined Atletico from Villarreal in 2024 and is contracted until 2030. Arsenal had interest in him before that move and are now revisiting it as they seek a left-winger after summer departures. No bid, fee, or asking price has been reported, and neither club has confirmed talks. Source: TEAMtalk
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Arsenal will therefore have to convince the Madrid hierarchy to negotiate, as no official offer has been announced. For now, the Gunners' interest remains a transfer possibility rather than an imminent move.

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