Arsenal are willing to sign Barcelona midfielder star Marc Casado for a fee of €50m

Caught Offside claims that during the current transfer window, Arsenal has made inquiries about acquiring Marc Casado, a midfielder for Barcelona. Early in the summer, the Gunners were active and had already acquired Christian Norgaard, Martin Zubimendi, and Kepa Arrizabalaga.

The Gunners signed Zubimendi and Norgaard to strengthen their midfield, but Casado might further solidify the position, according to Caught Offside. They assert that in order to show their interest, the Gunners have already contacted Barcelona.

Although they would prefer to keep the 21-year-old, the Catalan giants are willing to approve his leave in exchange for a package worth about £43 million. Following the free transfer departures of Jorginho and Thomas Partey in recent weeks, the Gunners have concentrated on strengthening the defensive midfield division.

Next season, Zubimendi will be the team’s preferred holding midfielder. The Spaniard has excelled with his distribution across the midfield and excels in confined spaces. For the upcoming season, he ought to be an improvement for the Gunners.

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Casado made 36 appearances in all competitions in 2024–2025, tallying six assists and one goal. Even though his numbers don’t exactly shout star power, that would be a miss. Casado is a defensive midfielder who dominates play, recycles possession, and sets the pace while playing in the background.

It is thought that Casado, who is versatile as a holding midfielder and deep-lying playmaker, might be Zubimendi’s long-term protégé and ultimate replacement.

Both Manchester United and Chelsea are keeping an eye on midfield additions. Chelsea has been interested since February, and United has thought about Casado as a possible replacement for Manuel Ugarte, whose first season at Old Trafford left many issues.

The club’s overarching plan is in line with selling a player like Casado, who has significant worth even after just one complete season in the top division. Although his €50 million asking price may appear high, it might be a wise investment for teams looking for a technically skilled, tactically astute midfield player with room to grow.

Casado’s status is still in a precarious position as the transfer window picks up speed. However, with Barcelona reportedly eager to do business and major Premier League teams circling, the next chapter of his career might soon be written in England.