Mikel Arteta and Luis Enrique (Photo by Justin Setterfield, Franco Arland / Getty Images)
Arsenal are reportedly eyeing a potential transfer raid on their recent Champions League final opponents Paris Saint‑Germain.
Following a penalty loss to PSG in Budapest, Arteta is said to be targeting the promising teenager Emmanuel Mbemba, according to Le Parisien.
The report indicates that Arsenal have already presented a project to Mbemba, while Paris FC has also been mentioned as a suitor.
Mbemba is a highly regarded left‑back who captains PSG’s Under‑18s and is seen as a bright prospect for the future.
Arsenal would hope to convince him to swap Paris for London, presenting an attractive development pathway.
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PSG’s strategy often relies on high‑profile signings, which can limit opportunities for homegrown talents like Mbemba to break into the first team.
Arsenal could provide a suitable environment for the 18‑year‑old, with a pathway similar to William Saliba’s progression to regular first‑team football.
One hurdle in Emmanuel Mbemba transfer saga
The main complication, as highlighted by Le Parisien, is that Mbemba currently does not meet the criteria for a UK work permit. This would likely require Arsenal to loan him out before he can join the first team, making it a long‑term investment rather than an immediate impact sign