Fulham are preparing a £10 million bid to bring Zinchenko to Craven Cottage.

Fulham lead Premier League interest

 

Fulham are preparing a £10 million bid to bring Zinchenko to Craven Cottage.

The Ukrainian, who signed for Arsenal in 2022 for £32 million, has dropped down Arteta’s hierarchy due to stiff competition from Timber, Tomiyasu, Lewis-Skelly, and new signing Calafiori .

 

Manager Marco Silva sees Zinchenko as a versatile asset capable of filling both defensive and midfield roles. The player reportedly prefers to stay in London and may even accept a reduced salary (circa £3 million) to secure regular minutes .

 

 

 

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🌍 Other contenders circle

 

AC Milan, Borussia Dortmund, Ajax, Inter, and Juventus have also expressed interest, keeping the race competitive .

 

A recent Daily Mail report confirms Fulham’s move and highlights Arsenal’s valuation of Zinchenko between £12.7–13 million, though Fulham believe they can negotiate a deal closer to £10 million .

 

 

 

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⏳ Contract & strategic context

 

Zinchenko’s contract runs until summer 2026, but with game time limited (23‑28 appearances last season, mostly off the bench), Arsenal are keen to free up funds for reinforcements such as a new striker and midfielder .

 

Arsenal’s priority this window includes bolstering their attack—likely targeting players like Benjamin Šeško, Viktor Gyökeres, and midfield upgrade Martin Zubimendi .

 

 

 

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🔮 What happens next?

 

Fulham’s intent to capitalize on Zinchenko’s reduced involvement and desire to stay in London gives them a strong initial position. However, their £10 million valuation may fall short if European clubs bid more aggressively. Arsenal, meanwhile, appear open to negotiating down from their £12.7 million asking price to accommodate their broader transfer needs.

 

 

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Bottom line

 

Fulham currently lead the chase, leveraging Zinchenko’s versatile skill set and London preference. But competition from top European clubs could inflate Arsenal’s final deal. If a move happens, it likely will be around the £10–13 million range, freeing funds at the Emirates while offering Zinchenko a fresh start and more game time.