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Arsenal interested in signing Atlético Madrid’s Alex Baena

By on November 12, 2026

Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing Atlético Madrid forward Alex Baena, as per The Independent.

After coming through Villarreal’s youth system, the 25-year-old initially struggled to break into the first team’s starting line-up. So, he joined Girona on loan to play regularly and develop his career.

The Spaniard showed glimpses of his qualities in La Liga 2 during the 2021/22 season, and after returning to Estadio de la Cerámica, he displayed impressive performances in La Liga.

During the 2022/23 campaign, he made 15 goal contributions across all competitions. Baena even took his game to another level the following season, scoring five goals and registering 17 assists.

After being impressed by the forward, Atlético Madrid decided to purchase him last year. However, he displayed below-average performances in his debut campaign.

Still, he secured his place in Spain’s World Cup squad last summer and helped his country become the World Champions in the USA. This season, Baena has enjoyed a productive start, scoring five goals and notching up four goals in 16 appearances in all tournaments.

Now, The Independent report that after letting Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard leave last summer, Arsenal only purchased Christos Tzolis, so they lack depth on the left flank.

Baena to Arsenal

As a result, Mikel Arteta is keen to strengthen this position with a technically gifted, quick player next year, and Arsenal have identified Baena as a serious option.

The Emirates club are considering raising funds by selling Martin Zubimendi to bolster the attack, with Real Madrid, Chelsea and Los Rojiblancos showing interest in him.

However, the report state that the Atlético Madrid star isn’t the only name on Arsenal’s wishlist, as Endrick, Antonio Nusa and Eli Junior Kroupi are also on their radar.

Baena is valued at around £38m by Transfermarkt and still has a contract until 2030. Therefore, Atlético Madrid are likely to demand a big fee if they are forced to cash-in on him.

Baena is a right-footed left-winger by trait but is also comfortable centrally. He is a talented player and is currently at the prime stage of his career. Therefore, Baena could be a shrewd acquisition for Arsenal should they purchase him.