Arsenal one of four PL clubs eyeing Athletic Bilbao midfielder
Arsenal are one of four Premier League clubs keen on a move for Athletic Bilbao attacking midfielder Oihan Sancet. The Gunners welcomed several quality midfielders during the summer, with Martin Zubimendi and Eberechi Eze improving creativity in the middle, while Cristhian Nørgaard has added depth. Arsenal appear well stocked in attacking midfield after their summer […] The post Arsenal one of four PL clubs eyeing Athletic Bilbao midfielder appeared first on Just Arsenal News.
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Arsenal are one of four Premier League clubs keen on a move for Athletic Bilbao attacking midfielder Oihan Sancet. The Gunners welcomed several quality midfielders during the summer, with Martin Zubimendi and Eberechi Eze improving creativity in the middle, while Cristhian Nørgaard has added depth. Arsenal appear well stocked in attacking midfield after their summer outlay, but the recruitment team will no doubt continue to monitor potential targets for the windows ahead.
Arsenal monitoring Sancet’s situation
According to Spanish outlet Fichajes, Arsenal have expressed interest in securing Sancet’s services, “aware of the impact he could have on their squad.” The report claims Arsenal are seeking more competition in attacking midfield and are willing to make a “significant financial commitment” to complete his signing. With a release clause of €80 million, any potential deal would be costly.
A move will likely have to wait until next summer, and Arsenal will face stiff competition. Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur and Aston Villa are also reportedly keen on the Spaniard, with Athletic Club braced for a possible bidding war.
Sancet’s rise at Athletic Club
Oihan Sancet began his career in his native Pamplona with Osasuna before joining Athletic Bilbao in 2017. The 25-year-old has since become one of Bilbao’s most important players. He has made 198 appearances for the Basque side, scoring 43 goals and registering 18 assists since his first-team debut in the 2019–20 season.
Last campaign was a standout one for Sancet, as he produced 20 goal contributions (17 goals and three assists) in 36 appearances. This season has started more slowly, with just one goal in five outings so far, including an appearance against Arsenal during the Gunners’ recent 2-0 win over Athletic Bilbao in their Champions League opener.
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