Arsenal winger Noni Madueke is attracting interest from two of Europe’s biggest clubs as his playing time at the Emirates Stadium dwindles this season.
Atletico Madrid and Juventus are both considering moves for the 24-year-old in the January transfer window, according to reports from Caught Offside.
Madueke joined Arsenal from Chelsea last summer in a deal worth £52 million, making him a significant investment for the north London club.
The England international showed his quality during his debut campaign, registering 8 goals and 4 assists from 43 appearances across all competitions.
However, his second season has started far less promisingly, with Madueke yet to register a single goal contribution through the opening weeks of the campaign.
He has played just over 100 minutes across the first 6 games, a worrying lack of involvement that has inevitably fuelled transfer speculation.
Both Atletico Madrid and Juventus are closely monitoring his situation and are weighing up possible loan moves with an option for a future purchase included.
No direct contact has yet been made between either club and Arsenal regarding the player, meaning any deal remains at an early consideration stage.
Madueke’s debut season was disrupted by injury, yet he still managed to contribute meaningfully, providing valuable cover for Bukayo Saka during a period when the England winger was not fully fit.
His ability to step in during that difficult period demonstrated his usefulness to Arsenal’s squad, making it somewhat surprising that he has struggled to earn minutes this time around.
Whether Arsenal would sanction a loan exit for a player they paid £52 million for just over a year ago remains a significant question heading into the winter window.
With January approaching, Madueke’s camp and Arsenal’s hierarchy will need to assess whether regular football elsewhere serves the player’s development better than continued squad rotation at the Gunners.