Arsenal Eye January Move for Real Sociedad’s Takefusa Kubo in Reported £39–40m Bid

The proposed fee sits well below his reported release clause, making any midseason deal uncertain.

Overview

Multiple outlets citing Fichajes report Arsenal are preparing a January offer in the region of £39–40m (€45m) for the 24-year-old winger.
Kubo is described as open to a bigger challenge and unsettled at Real Sociedad, which is portrayed as the lever that could bring the price below his clause.
Reports note a release clause of about £52m (€60m) and Real Madrid’s retained 50% future-sale rights, factors that complicate Sociedad’s incentive to accept a lower bid.
Arsenal’s recent transfer dealings with Sociedad, including moves for Martin Zubimendi and Mikel Merino, are cited as a relationship that could help negotiations.
Analysts question the likelihood given Arsenal’s attacking depth and Noni Madueke’s expected December return, while other interest is reported from Tottenham and wider European suitors.