According to Italian outlet The InteristArsenal are genuinely interested in signing Club Brugge midfielder Aleksandar Stankovic.
The Gunners strengthened their midfield department last summer with Martin Zubimendi and Christian Norgaard. The former has been a consistent presence in Premier League and Champions League matches and has proven to be a fantastic asset to the club.
Arsenal could also pursue a young number six for the future The Interist claim the Gunners have a ‘strong interest’ in signing Stankovic, who has been a mainstay at the club after joining from Inter Milan in the summer of 2025.
However, Inter has control over his future with a buyback clause £20 million for next summer. It was reported by Transfer market that the Nerazzurri could re-sign him with the opportunity to turn a profit before the 2026/27 season.
Good potential
Zubimendi and Norgaard are currently the regular choices in the number 6 role for the Gunners, with Declan Rice seen as a central midfielder by manager Mikel Arteta. Zubimendi was an instant success under the Spanish tactician and looks set for a long-term future from the club’s defensive midfield position.
However, the Gunners could explore the transfer market for a future replacement for Norgaard. The Dane will turn 32 in March next year and, like Jorginho in the past, seems like a short-term solution. A young midfielder could be signed to play second fiddle to Zubimendi, and Stankovic fits the role if he doesn’t have to worry about playing time.
The Serbian star, who recently faced Arsenal with Bruges in the Champions League, has had a brilliant debut season with the Belgian heavyweights. He has one passing accuracy of 86% in Europe this season and has averaged 4 recoveries, 2.5 clearances and 1 tackle per game, while winning 60% of his ground and aerial duels.
Stankovic also excels with his ball control and does not lose possession unnecessarily. Arsenal may want to continue to monitor his performances for the rest of the current season before considering a summer approach. They may have to pay a higher fee to Inter as they are ready to activate the buyback clause.
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