Leandro Trossard could receive a fresh approach from the Saudi Pro League in the summer, with Al-Ittihad among those involved.
According to Football Insider, Leandro Trossard could get a fresh approach from the Saudi Pro League in the summer. The versatile Arsenal forward was the subject of a late bid from Al-Ittihad last summer, as they are expected to be in the mix alongside fellow Saudi Arabian clubs.
The Saudi Pro League are making big plans for the summer window, intending to bring some big-name players to the Middle East. Their outlay on Jhon Duran signalled a serious intention from the league to get more prominent players to their league when the transfer window opens again in the close season.
The report claims one of the big-name stars on their radar is versatile Arsenal forward Leandro Trossard. The Belgian has been integral to Mikel Arteta’s team this season, with the Gunners suffering from a lack of forwards due to the multiple injuries to key stars.
Arsenal were uninterested in selling Trossard last summer when they rejected a late bid from Al-Ittihad for the 41-cap Belgian international. The decision proved right in the context of their season and the lateness of the bid last summer. However, the Belgian is the subject of a fresh approach this summer, when Saudi Pro League sides are expected to make a fresh approach for the attacker.
Al-Ittihad could be among those in the mix, with the PIF-owned club eager to make a big splash in the summer. They are already chasing Mohamed Salah alongside fellow Saudi Pro League sides, and adding Trossard to the mix will bring much more firepower to the frontline next season.
Arsenal could sell one of their forwards
Arsenal were reportedly open to extending Trossard’s contract, but things might have changed in the background as the club may have a decision next summer. The Gunners could sell one of Trossard or Gabriel Martinelli, which could align with their transfer policy, as a replacement might come in for one of those wide attackers.
When comparing both, Arteta may choose Martinelli to continue with the team. Trossard’s current deal ends in 2026, and should one of the Saudi sides come in with a good enough offer that matches the club’s valuations, Arsenal might sell. However, any move will depend on what the player wants with his career.
