Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Arsenal are edging closer to signing Benjamin Sesko. It is a move that could prevent them from signing Rodrygo.
Three things are inevitable in this lifetime: Death, taxes, and Arsenal signing anybody except a striker. At least this is the feeling among their fanbase, who have been calling out for Mikel Arteta to sign a centre forward bagsman for as long as they can remember.
Well, if Fabrizio Romano's recent transfer bombshell is anything to go by, Arsenal fans might just get their wish. Romano claimed that Arsenal has reached an advanced stage with Benjamin Sesko now, and talks have been going well between all parties.
Fabrizio Romano's Arsenal transfer news has Real Madrid ripple effect
It is certainly worth following this transfer story along closely from a Real Madrid perspective. After all, Arsenal is also linked to the signing of Rodrygo, who many feel could be on his way out of Real Madrid this summer. Therefore, any business from Arsenal has a Real Madrid ripple effect.
Of course, Real Madrid fans would rather see Rodrygo stay at the club beyond this season. He has given a lot to the club already, and there's a feeling that he can only give more. He just needs to be trusted by Xabi Alonso in this new era for the club.
Without a doubt, Real Madrid will be aware of Arsenal's interest in Rodrygo. It's nothing new this summer, as the Gunners have had a long-term interest in the Brazilian.
When a demand is made from Mikel Arteta, he won't rest until that demand is answered, either way. He's one of those managers who believes in his long-term plan, and won't stop until the parts are in their right places. If one of those parts happens to be Rodrygo, then he'll push for it.
However, that push will be made all the more lighter if Arsenal is successful in signing Benjamin Sesko. Despite Rodrygo not being an out-and-out striker, this is likely where Arteta envisioned him (don't ask, Arsenal fans just trust the process).
So, it's unlikely that Arsenal will sign both Benjamin Sesko in the same window. There is only a limited amount of money Arsenal can spend, and fans don't expect two big names in one window.
So, Real Madrid should hope that Arsenal push through with their Benjamin Sesko chase.