Arsenal are maintaining a strong scouting presence as they look to bolster their squad for both domestic and European competitions. After a busy summer transfer window, the club is still actively monitoring emerging talent across Europe. Most recently, Arsenal scouts were present at a high-profile Serie A match to observe potential future signings. This comes after Arsenal’s strong start to the 2025/26 campaign, despite some early injury concerns.
Arsenal scouts monitor Serie A star Kenan Yildiz
Arsenal have signaled their intent to challenge on all fronts this season following a busy summer transfer window and a strong start to the 2025/26 campaign. The Gunners reinforced heavily in the market, securing the services of Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad, Eberechi Eze from Crystal Palace, Chelsea winger Noni Madueke, Valencia defender Cristhian Mosquera, Sporting striker Viktor Gyokeres, Brentford midfielder Christian Norgaard, goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga and Ecuadorian centre-back Piero Hincapie.
Several exits also reshaped the squad. Jakub Kiwior was loaned to Porto. Reiss Nelson joined Brentford on loan. Oleksandr Zinchenko moved to Nottingham Forest. Fabio Vieira departed for Hamburg. Albert Sambi Lokonga sealed a permanent switch to Germany.
Despite early injury concerns for Kai Havertz, Martin Ødegaard, William Saliba and Bukayo Saka, Mikel Arteta’s side have begun brightly. A 2–0 victory over West Ham on Saturday ensured they sit top of the Premier League table. They also remain the only English club with a perfect record in the UEFA Champions League this season. Their sole setback so far came in a narrow 1–0 defeat at Liverpool.
While Arteta boasts arguably the strongest squad in Europe, Arsenal continue to monitor emerging talent. According to Italian outlet Tuttosport, scouts were spotted at Juventus’ goalless draw against AC Milan on Sunday, watching 20-year-old Turkish forward Kenan Yildiz.
€60 million price tag for Juventus forward Kenan Yildiz
Kenan Yildiz, who has already produced three assists in Serie A this season, endured a quiet evening against Milan. He earned modest ratings across Italian media. Nevertheless, his creativity, versatility and potential make him a player of long-term interest to the Gunners.
Reports suggest Arsenal could be willing to test Juventus’ resolve with a bid in the region of €60 million. However, the Bianconeri are pushing for a lucrative contract extension until 2030 to secure their homegrown star. The trip also saw Arsenal keep tabs on AC Milan’s 19-year-old defender Davide Bartesaghi, underlining the club’s broad scouting operation ahead of the January transfer window.
With a refreshed squad, winning momentum, and eyes fixed on future stars, Arsenal are making their ambitions for domestic and European glory abundantly clear.
