Arsenal eyeing audacious swoop on Euro giants for £67m star with 9-G/A next year - report

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Arsenal is considering signing Alex Baena, a winger for Atletico Madrid, as reported by Football Talk citing TEAMtalk. Baena has become a key player under Diego Simeone since joining from Villarreal last year, and his recent performance has garnered attention. He has scored five goals and provided four assists in the current season and was part of Spain's World Cup-winning squad.

Atletico Madrid is believed to value Baena at £67 million. He is considered a good fit for Arsenal's style under Mikel Arteta, which emphasizes strong work-rate and exploiting set-pieces. Baena's skills include close control, taking on defenders, and delivering through passes and crosses, making him a goal threat. He also works hard to press high and is comfortable in a low block.

While Baena's transfer to Arsenal is considered possible, it is deemed challenging for January due to Atletico's title race in La Liga. However, it will be interesting to see if Arsenal pursue the signing next summer. Arsenal's need for a significant left winger was highlighted by the exits of Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard, with Christos Tzolis being their only acquisition in the role.