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Arsenal’s Transfer Battle Heats Up for Joshua Zirkzee

Inter Milan’s Growing Interest

The race to secure Joshua Zirkzee’s signature is gaining momentum as Inter Milan join Arsenal in the pursuit, as highlighted in the Mirror’s recent article. Inter’s vice-president, Javier Zanetti, didn’t mince words about their interest in the young striker: “Zirkzee is a great champion… Someone like that would be useful to any great team aiming for important goals.” His comments not only affirm the value seen in Zirkzee but also underline the competitive nature of this transfer battle.

Arsenal’s Ambitious Offer

Arsenal are prepared to go head-to-head with Inter Milan, having laid out an attractive offer for Zirkzee. The Gunners are reportedly ready to provide a five-year contract along with an annual salary of £5 million, in addition to a transfer fee of £51.6 million to Bologna. Mikel Arteta, keen to bolster his attacking options, views Zirkzee as a potential linchpin in his team’s future plans. The ongoing talks with Zirkzee’s agent, Kia Joorabchian, suggest that Arsenal is serious about their intent.

Zirkzee’s Impressive Season

Zirkzee’s performance this season has been nothing short of spectacular, earning him high praise and increased attention. With 11 goals and five assists, his development under Bologna boss Thiago Motta has been remarkable. Motta’s agent, Dario Canovi, reflected on this improvement: “He has undoubtedly improved him… after [Marko] Arnautovic left, Thiago invested him with a great responsibility and made him grow faster. And when you play all the time, you gain experience.”

The Striker’s Market Value

The market dictates the price, and for Zirkzee, his value is on the rise. Canovi added, “The price is set by the market, so if there are clubs willing to pay a lot, then it’s worth it.” This statement captures the essence of the transfer market’s unpredictability and competition. Both Arsenal and Inter Milan recognise the Dutch striker’s potential and readiness for top-tier football, setting the stage for a fierce tug-of-war this summer.