Premier League
Arsenal is interested in signing Andy Diouf, a midfielder from Inter Milan, for January. The next target for Arsenal's signing is a winger who can provide quality in rotation.
As reported by the English outlet CaughtOffside on October 12, 2026, the Gunners' board has placed the French international on their target list, facing Inter's demand of 50 to 60 million euros for his release.
Andy Diouf's contract terms at Inter Milan
The 23-year-old midfielder—earning 2 caps with the French national team—joined Inter Milan in August 2025 from Lens for a fee between 20 and 25 million euros, having previously moved from FC Basel to Lens for 15 million euros in July 2023. With a contract running until June 2030, Inter's management is not considering a mid-season transfer in January.
Under coach Cristian Chivu's guidance, the player has secured a starting spot in midfield due to his ball control and individual dribbling skills.

European competition from Chelsea, FC Barcelona, and PSG for the midfielder
Alongside Arsenal's proposition, major European clubs like Chelsea, FC Barcelona, and Paris Saint-Germain are gathering information to assess making a counteroffer in the upcoming transfer windows. Despite the player's market value around 30 million euros, Inter's strong position hinders any agreement below their initial demands.
British scouts highlight the player's versatility to perform as an interior or playmaking pivot within Mikel Arteta's system.
Planning by the 'Gunners' for the summer transfer window
Arsenal's board is considering the financial feasibility of making a formal offer within the range of 50 to 60 million euros. The liquidity available allows them to meet the required amount in the 2027 summer window without breaching financial regulations.
The club executives believe that the Premier League's sporting appeal will influence the player's stance before engaging in formal discussions. Arsenal's scouts will monitor Andy Diouf's performances in Serie A and the Champions League throughout the final quarter of 2026.
If the deal cannot be finalized in the winter market, Arsenal will start working to secure the signing in the upcoming summer transfer window.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El Arsenal quiere pescar en el Inter de Milán
