Arsenal Move Ahead in Race for Karim Adeyemi

Karim Adeyemi is leaning toward joining Arsenal despite strong interest from Manchester United. Dortmund value the 23 year old at £75 million, a fee United are reluctant to meet. Contract talks with Dortmund have stalled and sources suggest Adeyemi prefers Arsenal, who are leading the Premier League and offer a more stable project under Mikel Arteta.

As the summer transfer window approaches, Arsenal have moved into a strong position to sign Borussia Dortmund forward Karim Adeyemi after the 23 year old indicated that he prefers a switch to north London over a move to Manchester United. United have tracked the German international for several months and even held early talks with his agent Jorge Mendes, but their interest has stalled due to Dortmund’s £75 million valuation and the player’s desire to join Mikel Arteta’s squad.

Adeyemi is under contract until 2027, yet negotiations over an extension have stalled, increasing the likelihood of a sale next year. Dortmund remain open to keeping him, but there is growing acceptance that he may seek a new challenge, especially with Arsenal currently top of the Premier League and level on points in their Champions League group. United, meanwhile, are outside European competitions and fighting for a top four finish, weakening their appeal.

For Arsenal, Adeyemi offers versatility across both wings and fits Arteta’s plan to strengthen the attack after missing out on wide reinforcements last summer. While the forward has reiterated his focus on Dortmund’s campaign, the path for Arsenal appears clearer, positioning his potential move as one of the key transfer stories to watch next summer.