Arsenal could make a major move for a left winger in 2026, with the position viewed as the final piece of Mikel Arteta’s long-term squad build.
Across the last two summer windows, Arsenal have explored several options, but have yet to secure the forward profile Arteta wants. Now that the club finally have a recognised striker in place, attention is expected to return to filling the gap on the left side of attack. The belief within the club is that adding the right winger could elevate the team’s attacking balance and competitiveness across all competitions.
Athletic Bilbao’s Nico Williams and Real Madrid’s Rodrygo were among the names monitored, yet neither deal progressed far enough for Arsenal to convince them to join. This has prompted discussion around whether the smartest approach is to develop a broader shortlist instead of focusing heavily on one or two marquee targets.
Rashford among the surprise links
In recent weeks, several targets have instead been linked with moves elsewhere, including towards Manchester United. Kenan Yildiz and Rafael Leão have both been mentioned in relation to Old Trafford. However, the most surprising name involved in the wider market discussion is Marcus Rashford.
As cited by Caught Offside, Rashford has been in excellent form on loan at Barcelona, scoring six goals and providing seven assists in 14 matches. Barcelona reportedly hold a £30 million option to make the move permanent, although they could face challenges completing the deal, including the need for the forward to accept reduced wages.
Arsenal keeping watch
Should negotiations break down, Arsenal are said to be monitoring the situation closely. The Gunners would be prepared to act if Rashford indicates an interest in returning to the Premier League next year. His versatility and ability to operate across the front line are seen as qualities that could appeal to Arteta’s system.
What do you think Gooners, would Marcus Rashford be a good fit for Arsenal?
Editor Note: I can find nothing from any reliable sources. I can’t see this happening.. can you?
Daniel O
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No, I can’t see it happening and I certainly hope it really is just BS!
No, not a good fit. He runs hot and cold; moody player that is up for it some days, and other days looks detached from the match.
Add his enormous salary, and it is a big NO from me.
Even Barca will end up reducing his wages if he stays, but don’t see anyone paying his salary as it currently stands.
Would he have the defensive work rate that Arteta demands?. I think not. 🤷♂️
La Liga is a very easy league
Either Real Madrid or Barca win unless once in a while someone else but then those two trams buy their players…but like Bayern Munich
As a result Rashford looking like a gun player but he has shown he can’t be consistent. I would have said yes to a loan move last Xmas when we needed a striker but not now
Remember mate , in the last 8 seasons only 2 teams have won the Prem
So England is hardly competitive In terms of who wins the title
Top class footballer, lets pay UTD back!
#COYG
But remember guys hes the only MU forward that could get a goal pass Arsenal defence the previous seasons.If Arteta can handles him,why not.