Arsenal will not part ways with Oleksandr Zinchenko in the summer transfer window amid his links with Newcastle United.
According to a report by Football Insider, Oleksandr Zinchenko has a secure future at Arsenal. Newcastle United and Bayern Munich are interested in signing the 27-year-old utility man in the summer transfer window. But the Gunners are not interested in entertaining any offers for him.
Oleksandr Zinchenko and his Arsenal Journey
Oleksandr Zinchenko has been an asset for Arsenal since arriving from Manchester City in a deal worth £32 million in July 2022. The Ukrainian international showcased his credentials as a utility man during his spell with Manchester City, with Pep Guardiola utilising him as a left-back and a midfielder.
The 27-year-old has primarily played as a left-back, with his defensive ability enticing Mikel Arteta. But fitness issues have plagued him this season, restricting him to less than 2,000 minutes of game time. Zinchenko’s stock might have also fallen in the last few weeks, with Jakub Kiwior stepping up in his absence.
Nevertheless, Zinchenko has proven worthy of the investment of £32 million with his solid displays on the left flank. However, recent reports have created speculation surrounding his future, with Newcastle United interested in signing him. The latest update has revealed Arsenal’s stance on potentially parting ways with the former Manchester City utility man.
What Next?
The report by Football Insider has claimed that Arsenal will not entertain any offers for Oleksandr Zinchenko. Meanwhile, Newcastle United’s interest in the 27-year-old is understandable. Dan Burn is on the wrong side of 30, with his performance levels dipping this season.
In addition, Matt Targett is seemingly not in Eddie Howe’s long-term plans at Newcastle United. So, it behoves the Tyneside outfit to invest in a left-back, with the versatile Lloyd Kelly being a target. But Zinchenko is also an option worth considering for Newcastle United heading into the summer transfer window,
However, with Arsenal not interested in parting ways with the Ukrainian international anytime soon, Newcastle United will have to look elsewhere to land a left-back. As for Zinchenko, he is going nowhere, heading into the summer transfer window.
