Arsenal shows interest in Bosnia's Kerim Alajbegović

Kerim Alajbegović, the 18‑year‑old Bosnia and Herzegovina winger who scored a memorable goal against Qatar at the World Cup, has attracted attention from several European clubs. Arsenal have already held talks with his representatives, according to reports from the Daily Mail and journalist Simon Jones, indicating serious interest in signing the player.

Other clubs reportedly monitoring the youngster include Aston Villa, Leeds United, Napoli, Roma and Inter. Bayer Leverkusen, his parent club, are said to be prepared to release him for a fee estimated between €20 million and €30 million, reflecting a buy‑out clause activated after his loan spell at Red Bull Salzburg, where he made 44 appearances, scored 13 goals and recorded four assists. Alajbegović, born 21 September 2007 in Cologne, returned to Leverkusen in July after the loan and is under contract until July 2024.

Bosnia‑Herzegovina will face the United States in the World Cup round of 16, and a potential move to the English Premier League would mark a major step in Alajbegović’s early career.