Arsenal consider January move for 23 year old La Liga star

Arsenal target Sevilla midfielder as January transfer plans accelerate

Arsenal step up pursuit of midfield target

Arsenal are preparing to strengthen their midfield in the upcoming January transfer window, with Sevilla’s Lucien Agoume emerging as a leading target, according to Fichajes. The 23-year-old French midfielder has caught the attention of Mikel Arteta and his recruitment team as the club look to reinforce an area that has seen inconsistency this season.

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Sources close to the Spanish club have indicated that Arsenal are “ready to move fast” as they attempt to bring Agoume to the Emirates. He is seen as a dynamic, versatile midfielder who can offer defensive solidity while also progressing the ball effectively through the lines.

One insider described the situation as “a serious acceleration from Arsenal’s side, reflecting both necessity and opportunity.”

Profile of a modern midfielder

Agoume, who began his career at Sochaux before joining Inter Milan in 2019, has developed into a key player in La Liga since moving to Sevilla. His ability to recover possession, read transitions, and maintain tactical discipline has impressed several clubs across Europe.

He featured in almost all of Sevilla’s league matches last season, contributing a goal and several assists. His balanced profile makes him an appealing option for Arsenal, particularly as the club seeks greater depth in the holding midfield role.

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While the Gunners have added Martin Zubimendi and Christian Nørgaard, both possess different attributes. Agoume offers a younger, defensively minded option with significant room for development.

Sevilla open to negotiations

Sevilla are understood to own a significant but not complete share of Agoume’s rights, and their interest in acquiring the remainder earlier this year was driven by a desire to maximise any future sale. Reports place the player’s release clause at around €40 million, though sources suggest the Spanish club may be open to lower offers if the midfielder wishes to make the move.

A club official reportedly told Fichajes, “We know there is Premier League interest, and we will not close the door if an offer is right for all parties.”

Timing could be crucial

For Arsenal, timing appears key. The January window represents a chance to move decisively before rival English clubs join the race. Agoume’s profile aligns with the club’s long-term strategy of signing young players with resale potential and adaptability to the Premier League.

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A deal of around £30 million could be seen as smart business for a player with top-flight experience, room to grow, and the physical edge required in Arteta’s demanding system. For Sevilla, meanwhile, this could represent an opportunity to generate funds and rebalance their finances.

If Arsenal can conclude the deal swiftly, Agoume would add energy, tactical balance, and an option for both defensive and transitional phases of play. It is a move that fits Arteta’s preference for flexibility and control, particularly in a campaign where rotation will be essential across four competitions.

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Arsenal’s midfield has long felt like one injury away from imbalance, and bringing in a player with defensive strength and positional awareness could be the difference between another near miss and a genuine title charge.

Many supporters will remember the impact of players like Gilberto Silva and Mathieu Flamini in giving Arsenal a platform to play. Agoume’s style fits that tradition, disciplined, physically strong, and technically neat. While he may not yet have the stature of a global star, he represents the type of smart, forward-thinking signing the club’s recruitment strategy now targets.

If the reported figures are accurate, a £30 million deal for a 23-year-old with international potential looks a shrewd move. Arsenal’s midfield rebuild feels far from complete, and Agoume might just be the missing piece that helps the team sustain a title challenge through winter and beyond.