Noni Madueke: European giants considering surprise January move for £52m Arsenal winger

Noni Madueke is attracting interest from both Atletico Madrid and Juventus. — *Photo: Getty Images*

Juventus and Atletico Madrid are both reportedly considering January moves for Arsenal winger Noni Madueke.

The 24-year-old joined the Gunners from Chelsea in the summer of 2025 in a deal worth around £52m in total.

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Madueke has so far struggled for regular minutes under Mikel Arteta this season, which has opened the door to a temporary exit from the Emirates this winter.

However, the England international remains a crucial part of Arsenal’s long-term plans.

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Juventus and Atletico Madrid weighing up moves for Madueke

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According to CaughtOffside, Juventus and Atletico Madrid are closely monitoring Madueke’s situation at Arsenal.

It is claimed that the two clubs are weighing up potential moves ahead of the January transfer window.

An initial loan deal with an option to buy is currently viewed as the most realistic scenario if Madueke were to leave Mikel Arteta’s side.

Madueke’s current Arsenal deal runs until the summer of 2030.

The bigger picture

Arsenal’s recruitment team continues to focus on players who fit the club’s long-term strategy under Mikel Arteta. Technical quality, tactical intelligence and versatility remain key attributes as the club assesses potential additions ahead of the new campaign.

The club has consistently looked to add players capable of improving both the starting XI and overall squad depth, particularly with the demands of competing in the Premier League and Champions League. Arsenal are expected to strengthen multiple areas of the squad this summer and continue to monitor opportunities across Europe and South America.

Our View

Noni Madueke’s situation is one worth monitoring closely. While the English remains an important player for Arsenal, the reality is that every squad evolves over time and difficult decisions sometimes have to be made.

Should an opportunity to leave Arsenal on a temporary basis arrive, Madueke may at least be forced to consider his options. The 24-year-old needs regular game time and with Arsenal currently well-stocked with attackers in their squad, a temporary loan spell somewhere else could potentially be a serious option.

However, Madueke could still play a significant role under Mikel Arteta this season, especially if Bukayo Saka needs some rest.

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