Jun 26, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Real Madrid CF forward Rodrygo (11) runs in the second half against FC Salzburg during a group stage match of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

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Arsenal Monitoring Rodrygo and Gordon — But Moves Depend on Outgoings

Arsenal are keeping a close eye on Real Madrid’s Rodrygo and Newcastle United’s Anthony Gordon as Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his attacking options. However, any potential move for either winger will depend heavily on the futures of Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard.

🚨 Arsenal have interest in Real Madrid’s Rodrygo and Newcastle’s Anthony Gordon.

However, the future of Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard will determine if that admiration and interest goes further.

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The Gunners remain admirers of both players but are reluctant to make a formal approach unless one — or both — of their current wide forwards depart.

Gordon Against Arsenal Raises Eyebrows

Anthony Gordon has become something of a nemesis for Arsenal since his move to Newcastle United two-and-a-half years ago. The England international scored a controversial winner in a 1–0 victory at St. James’ Park in November 2023, before assisting Alexander Isak’s decisive goal in another 1–0 win last October. Rodrygo, meanwhile, finds himself in an increasingly crowded forward line at Real Madrid following the arrival of Kylian Mbappé and Endrick.

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He also found the net in both legs of their Carabao Cup semi-final clash in January, proving to be a persistent thorn in Arsenal’s side.

A Dip in Form but Still a Threat

While Gordon’s 2024/25 season wasn’t his most prolific — finishing with nine goals and six assists across all competitions — he remains a dynamic threat on the flanks. His Premier League tally of six goals and five assists marked a drop from his breakout 2023/24 campaign, where he contributed 11 goals and 10 assists despite Newcastle’s struggles balancing domestic and European duties. Rodrygo scored 14 goals and provided 8 assists across all competitions last season, playing both as a winger and occasionally through the middle. Arsenal see him as a potential game-changer — but only if a space opens up in their attacking unit.

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The 23-year-old remains under contract at St. James’ Park, but Arsenal’s interest signals their intent to stay agile in the market, particularly if there are developments involving Martinelli or Trossard in the coming weeks.