Mikel Arteta says Arsenal should be “in the conversation” for the signature of Kylian Mbappé after the striker’s summer departure from Paris Saint-Germain was confirmed.

Kylian Mbappe’s contract with PSG will expire at the end of this season. According to French media, the 25-year-old striker informed the Ligue 1 defending champions that he will leave on a free transfer next summer.

With his superior qualities and impressive performance, Mbappe is coveted by many big teams, and Arsenal is no exception.

During the press conference before the match against Burnley, coach Mikel Arteta expressed his admiration for Kylian Mbappe. The Spanish strategist even affirmed that Arsenal must negotiate to recruit the 2018 World Cup champion.

“Kylian Mbappe is an outstanding player. Arsenal must open negotiations to recruit him immediately. If we want to be the best team, then we will need outstanding talents like Mbappe. That’s natural,” Arteta shared.

Besides, Areta also stated that Arsenal has enough attraction for Mbappe: “Any player wants to play for Arsenal. In the past, all players showed interest whenever Arsenal opened negotiations. Because no one can deny the great influence and greatness of Arsenal.”

For his part, although many big names are interested, Kylian Mbappe is said to still prioritize joining Real Madrid. Previously, in the summer of 2022, Los Blancos almost signed a contract with this superstar.

According to Spanish media, if he lands at the Bernabeu, Mbappe will not receive a high salary like at PSG and he is also willing to accept this.