Arsenal made to sweat on Rodrygo transfer as PSG weigh up adding Real Madrid man to star-studded attack

After playing a good part of the 2024-25 season without a recognised No.9 in their lineup, Mikel Arteta is determined to sign a quality attacker to bolster his squad ahead of a new season. Accordingly, the North London club have been linked with a move for multiple forwards, including Selecao star Rodrygo this summer.

The Gunners, however, will have to part ways with a first-team member before they can sanction further buys, as a good chunk of their summer transfer budget was spent on bringing in Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad. It was initially reported that Rodrygo's compatriot Gabriel Martinelli could be sold to Al-Nassr but latest reports have emerged that the Saudi giants have now shown concrete interest in the Los Blancos star after Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly urged his club to sign the attacker.

ESPN Brasil now reports that reigning Champions League winners PSG are the latest club to show interest in the Brazilian and the club officials have got in touch with the player's representatives. PSG's attack is currently spearheaded by Ousmane Dembele but Rodrygo's arrival could further bolster an already star-studded lineup. Manager Luis Enrique is reportedly known to be an admirer of the 24-year-old.

For now, the Brazil international remains focused on the Club World Cup and will be next seen in action on Wednesday as Madrid face PSG in the semi-final.