Five alternatives Arsenal could target after Vinicius signs new Real Madrid deal | OneFootball

Arsenal's dream of signing Vinicius Junior is over after the Real Madrid winger committed to a new six-year deal in Spain.

The North Londoners look likely to explore alternatives in their search for a left-wing upgrade, but who could be on their radar? We've looked at five alternatives Arsenal could consider.

Kenan Yildiz - Juventus

Arsenal have long held an interest inKenan Yildiz, who has been a shining light in an otherwise ordinary period for Juventus. The Turin titans have fallen on harder times, but Yildiz has been a constant in offering hope.

The 21-year-old scored 10 goals and created six more in Serie A last season, earning the league'sRising Star award. He's gone from strength to strength since swapping the Bayern Munich academy for Italy, maturing into a league-leading talent.

Juventus have branded him untouchable, but without Champions League revenue for the upcoming campaign, money may talk.

Bradley Barcola - Paris Saint-Germain

Liverpoollead the chase for Bradley Barcola, but Arsenal's need for a new target could see the Gunners join the race.

Barcola has impressed as part of an all-conquering Paris Saint-Germain side, scoring 34 goals across the last two seasons as the French side have won successive Ligue 1 and Champions League titles.

However, he's keen for a new challenge after sharing minutes with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Desire Doué. The sticking point remains the fee. Having watchedPremier League clubs break the bank for the likes of Elliot Anderson and Morgan Rogers this summer, PSG want a piece of that pie. It will take upwards of £100m to even get the Parisians to the table.

Nico Williams - Athletic Club

Another player who has been repeatedly linked with the Premier League in recent seasons, but has stayed true to Athletic Club until now.

Loyalty, however, could prevent Williams from reaching the top of club football. Athletic finished 12th in La Liga last season and will be without European football in 2026/27, while the club's last league title was in 1984.

Williams would be a dynamic ball-carrier for Arsenal, capable of operating off either flank. Injuries have stunted him of late, but he remains a talent rich in potential.

Marcus Rashford - Manchester United

Could Arsenal make a surprise swoop forMarcus Rashford?

Manchester United are reluctant to sell the 28-year-old to a direct rival, despite him being frozen out across the last 18 months. Loan spells at Aston Villa and Barcelona have provided reminders of Rashford's quality after an unhappy period at Old Trafford.

Abde Ezzalzouli - Real Betis

A knee injury cruelly robbedAbde Ezzalzouli of representing Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, though it is a scenario that might have helped Real Betis in their bid to keep him.

The 24-year-old was electric in La Liga last season, leading all wingers for duels won and ranking among the top five in his position for accelerations, fouls drawn, and non-penalty goals.

He scored 10 goals and added eight assists to help Betis secureChampions League football. Ezzalzouli looks capable of making the step up to a top team, with a rumoured price tag of around €60m.