Arsenal are stepping up their search for attacking reinforcements, with Mikel Arteta determined to add firepower before the new campaign kicks off. Morgan Rogers looked like the priority until Chelsea swooped in, and the Gunners have since been linked with Nico Williams and Julian Alvarez.

Now a fresh name has entered the mix. According to Ekrem Konur, Real Sociedad’s Mikel Oyarzabal has landed on Arsenal’s radar following a stellar summer that saw him net five goals in Spain’s World Cup triumph. At £64million, a deal would mark the third consecutive year Arsenal have raided San Sebastián, following Martin Zubimendi and Mikel Merino through the Emirates doors.

Why Oyarzabal Could Be The Perfect Fit

Versatility is Oyarzabal’s calling card. Comfortable on either flank or through the middle, the 29-year-old offers Arteta genuine tactical flexibility. Give him license to drift inside and his eye for a killer pass, thunderous long-range strikes, and clinical finishing come alive.

He’s no passenger without the ball either — his pressing triggers and ability to snuff out passing lanes high up the pitch tick every box on Arteta’s demanding checklist.

The Real Question: Who Gets Priority?

Here’s where it gets interesting. Alvarez still tops Arsenal’s wishlist, and Nico Williams’ electric pace arguably makes him the flashier option too. So does Oyarzabal become Arsenal’s statement signing — or their fallback plan? With three genuine La Liga talents on the table, Arteta’s summer is shaping up to be one of the most fascinating attacking rebuilds in the Premier League.