Arsenal seeks Yildiz alternative after Vinicius deal falls through

Arsenal has had to reshape its summer plans after Vinicius Júnior opted to renew with Real Madrid instead of joining the Gunners. According to *The Times*, the north London club has now set its sights on Kenan Yildiz, the Turkish winger at Juventus who was previously on Mikel Arteta's radar a year ago.

Juventus is demanding £85 million (approximately €100 million) for the 21-year-old international, though the Serie A side has made clear they are not willing to sell. Yildiz holds a contract until June 2030 after signing his renewal in February.

The left winger enjoyed a solid campaign last season with the Bianconeri, scoring 11 goals in 47 appearances and winning the Serie A Breakthrough Player award. Arsenal now faces an uphill battle to secure his signature against a determined Juventus unwilling to let go of one of their brightest talents.