Overview

• Fabrizio Romano stated on his podcast that Arsenal have monitored 18-year-old Víctor Valdepeñas for months and keep observing his progress.
• Reports describe the interest as future-oriented rather than an imminent first-team signing.
• Valdepeñas is a left-footed centre-back who has also featured at left-back for Real Madrid Castilla and has trained with the first team.
• He was named in a senior Real Madrid matchday squad last season as an unused substitute and is reported to be under contract until 2029.
• Spanish outlet Marca has labeled him a “physical marvel,” citing his intensity and ground covered during matches.