Atletico Madrid and Juventus Monitor Arsenal’s Noni Madueke Ahead of January
Atletico Madrid and Juventus are tracking Arsenal winger Noni Madueke ahead of the January window, with a loan arrangement including an option to buy being considered as a possible route for either club.
No club-to-club talks have started, but Madueke’s limited role under Mikel Arteta has put his short-term future under scrutiny. The 24-year-old England international has been left unused on the bench in three of Arsenal’s opening five Premier League fixtures this season.
Madueke’s limited Arsenal role
Minutes have largely come in substitute appearances and cup ties, making it difficult for the winger to build momentum. He played only 18 minutes of Arsenal’s 1-0 Champions League win against Napoli, underlining his current position in Arteta’s attacking options.
Madueke has still produced when selected, recording nine goals and four assists across 48 matches since joining the North London club. He remains contracted to Arsenal until 2030, leaving the club under no immediate pressure to sell.
Who is interested
- Atletico Madrid see Madueke’s speed and direct running as attributes that could add a different threat to Diego Simeone’s forward line.
- Juventus value his technical ability and willingness to take on defenders, with the Italian side considering extra depth and variety on the right side for the second half of the campaign.
- Arsenal must weigh a temporary exit against the risk of losing attacking cover during a crowded run of fixtures.
What happens next
The January transfer window is the next key point. A loan could offer Madueke regular football, help restore his sharpness and protect his value, but Arsenal are expected to consider only terms that fit their longer-term plans rather than accept a reduced-price departure.
