Chelsea and Arsenal are watching exciting youngster

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·9 February 2026

Chelsea and Arsenal are watching exciting youngster

Club Brugge midfielder Aleksandar Stanković has emerged as one of the most closely monitored players in the Champions League this season, who does not represent a traditional European heavyweight. His performances have attracted widespread attention, marking him out as a talent with significant potential at the highest level of the game.

Arsenal monitoring emerging talent

Stanković was developed at Inter Milan, a club where his father remains an iconic figure, and he is now being tipped to forge a successful career in his own right. Arsenal have been tracking his progress for several months and have consistently received positive feedback from their scouting department regarding the 20-year-old’s development. His technical quality, awareness, and adaptability have made him a standout performer for Club Brugge during the current campaign.

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Primarily deployed in midfield, Stanković has also demonstrated his versatility by operating in defensive roles when required. In those positions, he has delivered assured performances, further enhancing his appeal to clubs seeking flexible and tactically intelligent players. Arsenal are understood to value this versatility, viewing it as an asset that could strengthen their squad across multiple areas if a move were to materialise in the summer.

The Gunners continue to assess some of the most promising young talents across the continent, and Stanković has firmly established himself as a player to watch. His composure on the ball and ability to influence games against strong opposition have reinforced Arsenal’s interest as they plan for the future.

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Competition expected for signature

Arsenal are expected to continue monitoring Stanković closely, although they are not alone in their admiration. Interest from rival clubs has increased as his reputation grows, raising the likelihood of competition for his signature once the season concludes. Premier League sides in particular are believed to be assessing whether a move would be feasible.

According to HLN, Chelsea is also aware of Stanković’s talents and is prepared to pursue a deal to bring him to London. The report suggests they are willing to challenge Arsenal directly in an attempt to secure his services, setting up a potentially competitive transfer battle.

Both clubs are positioning themselves ahead of the summer window, with Arsenal remaining confident they can convince Stanković that their project represents the best environment for his continued development. As interest intensifies, his future is set to become one of the more intriguing stories to follow.

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