Arsenal is reportedly lining up a quartet of alternative transfer targets should their ambitious pursuit of Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr fall through. The Gunners are keen to bolster their left-sided attack but are aware that securing the Brazilian forward from Madrid could be a tough ask.
The club has identified four distinct options: Antonio Nusa, Christian Pulisic, Ibrahim Mbaye, and Brahim Díaz. This shortlist offers a mix of immediate impact players and promising young talent, allowing Arsenal to weigh up whether to go for a proven game-changer or a player with long-term development potential within Mikel Arteta's system.
RB Leipzig winger Antonio Nusa is understood to be at the top of Arsenal's alternative list. Reports suggest Leipzig values the Norwegian at around £51 million, and Arsenal is expected to gauge their demands before making a formal move. Nusa is seen by some as offering a strong balance of talent and potential value.
Christian Pulisic presents the most experienced option. The former Chelsea attacker is familiar with the Premier League and has revitalized his career at AC Milan. His versatility to play on either wing could provide Arteta with an established performer rather than a project player.
The shortlist also includes Ibrahim Mbaye, considered a long-term investment, and Brahim Díaz, who could offer immediate creativity across various attacking roles. While the dream signing remains Vinicius Jr, Arsenal's proactive approach in identifying backups ensures they won't be left scrambling for options late in the transfer window.
