The website "Fichajes" confirmed that Arsenal has entered strongly into the race to sign the young Spanish player Rodrigo Mendoza, preparing to compete with top clubs such as Manchester City and Real Madrid to secure his services.

Mendoza, 20 years old, is considered one of the most promising young talents in Europe after his impressive performances with Elche. Since the summer of 2023, he has played in 61 matches and scored eight goals, becoming a key player in his team's midfield thanks to his versatility and ability to play in various midfield positions.

Despite renewing his contract with Elche for an additional three years, this did not deter the major clubs from closely monitoring the player. According to the report, Arsenal, Manchester City, and Real Madrid are tracking his every move in preparation for any potential transfer in the upcoming transfer windows.

Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta plans to strengthen the team's midfield and sees signing Rodrigo Mendoza as a long-term investment for the club's future, competing strongly against the experience of both Manchester City and Real Madrid in acquiring talented young players.

This deal highlights Arsenal's ambition to secure future stars, at a time when retaining players seems difficult for Elche, amid ongoing interest from several major clubs.