Arsenal defender Oleksandr Zinchenko has reportedly emerged as a potential transfer target for Inter Milan ahead of the upcoming January window, according to Fichajes. The 27-year-old, who joined Arsenal in a €35 million deal from Manchester City in 2022, has become a key player for Mikel Arteta, making 73 appearances for the club. Despite his importance, Zinchenko’s future at the Emirates could be uncertain, as his contract runs until the summer of 2026, and he may be allowed to leave for the right offer.
Arsenal recently bolstered their left-back options with the signing of Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna for €45 million, and Calafiori has featured more prominently this season, playing 635 minutes in 10 games. Zinchenko, by contrast, has only accumulated 178 minutes across five appearances, facing stiff competition from Jurrien Timber and Jakub Kiwior for a starting spot.
Zinchenko’s decision regarding a potential move to Inter Milan will depend on his desire for more game time. Meanwhile, Arteta must weigh the benefit of keeping the versatile Ukrainian as cover, especially if injury or form issues affect Calafiori.
In a separate matter, Arteta has expressed concerns over his squad’s fitness ahead of Arsenal’s Premier League clash against Nottingham Forest on November 22. The team has struggled recently, failing to win in their last four league matches and slipping to fourth place on the table. Arteta highlighted the physical condition of some players, emphasizing the need for full fitness to compete at the highest level.
