Arsenal are reportedly targeting Argentine midfielder Ezekiel Fernandez as a potential replacement for Thomas Partey, whose future at the club remains uncertain.

The 22-year-old Fernandez has emerged as a key figure on Arsenal's radar amid ongoing speculation about Partey’s position in the squad.

According to Argentine journalist Diego Monroig, Arsenal has expressed substantial interest in Fernandez.

His representatives have been informed of the Premier League club's intent to pursue him during the summer transfer window.

However, Arsenal faces competition from Saudi Arabian club Al Qadsiah, which has already made a bid for the talented midfielder.

Fernandez has attracted attention with his impressive performances in a deep midfield role for Argentina. In a recent match against Iraq, he scored a goal, completed 85 out of 92 passes, and made 12 ball recoveries, as reported by FotMob.

His performances have highlighted his potential to fill a significant role at Arsenal.

The club's interest in Fernandez indicates a potential shift in their midfield strategy, moving towards versatile, box-to-box players rather than traditional No. 6 roles.

This comes in response to Partey’s injury issues from the previous season, which limited him to fewer than 20 appearances across all competitions.

As Arsenal gears up for the new season, the pursuit of Fernandez could signal a major adjustment in their midfield plans, addressing both Partey’s fitness concerns and the club’s broader strategic goals for the campaign.