Arsenal Eyes January Moves for Real Madrid Targets

As Real Madrid grapples with squad depth issues exacerbated by injuries, they face competition from Arsenal for two potential January signings: Marcos Leonardo and Dusan Vlahovic.

Marcos Leonardo, the prolific Santos striker and one of the top scorers in Brazilian Serie A, has been a prominent name in the Real Madrid rumor mill. However, Arsenal is now reportedly considering a move for the Brazilian as well. With his time at Santos expected to conclude in January, Leonardo has attracted interest from several top European clubs, and his potential transfer fee could be around £20 million.

Dusan Vlahovic, on the other hand, has been a long-standing target for Real Madrid, despite his recent challenges at Juventus. The Serbian striker, signed by Juventus in early 2022 for a reported €80 million, has struggled to meet expectations. While he started the season brightly, his form has waned. Arsenal is now exploring the possibility of bringing Vlahovic to the Premier League, offering an alternative destination for the talented forward.

As both Real Madrid and Arsenal navigate the complexities of the January transfer window, the competition for the signatures of Marcos Leonardo and Dusan Vlahovic adds an intriguing dynamic to the evolving transfer landscape.