Arsenal have quietly made an approach to sign PSG defender Emmanuel Mbemba on a free transfer this summer.
The 18-year-old has been offered a new contract by Paris Saint-Germain but is said to be open to a move to the Premier League champions. Training compensation is expected to be just over £150,000 when his deal expires at the end of June.
Arsenal have laid out a clear development plan for the France youth international, pointing to William Saliba’s path — a loan at Marseille before becoming a key first-team player.
As reported by BBC Sport on Saturday, Mbemba reportedly favours a move to Arsenal, impressed by the club’s stability and success under manager Mikel Arteta. The Gunners are planning a European loan for the defender until January 2027 to help him secure a work permit before moving to England. Although primarily a centre-back, Arsenal view Mbemba as a long-term option at left-back.
Mbemba recently captained PSG’s under-19 side to French Youth Cup success at the Stade de France and is regarded as one of the club’s brightest young defensive prospects.
