Late-night Drama: Arsenal Pushes for Ibrahim Diaz as Madrid Stands Firm
7 February 2026
Late-night Bid for Ibrahim Diaz
Exclusive sources from AfricavoUt reveal Arsenal's last-minute attempt to sign Moroccan international Ibrahim Diaz from Real Madrid during the final hours of the winter window, but Madrid firmly rejected any talks about a departure.
Madrid's Firm Stance, Arsenal's Urgent Hunt
The London club hurried to exploit the deadline to explore fresh attacking options to provide immediate solutions for manager Mikel Arteta, who faces a crowded schedule across domestic and European competitions.
Diaz: A Versatile Target with Immediate Impact
Diaz quickly emerged as Arsenal's top target, impressed by his versatility across several attacking roles. The Moroccan star can operate on the wings or through the middle, and his technical flair could unlock congested spaces.
Real Madrid, however, gave no room for negotiations, considering Diaz a core member of the squad as the campaign's decisive stages approach.
AfricavoUt noted that Madrid preferred delaying any discussion of a departure until the summer, to reassess his place under the future coach who will decide the Moroccan's fate in due course.
Meanwhile, Diaz remains fully committed to Real Madrid, determined to cement his position with a high-caliber side, while Arsenal will need to seek other attacking options before the new season kicks off.
Diaz is not leaving Madrid for now, and Arsenal's search continues. The transfer carousel spins, but some players are content to stay put—for the moment.
Punchline 1: In transfers, timing is everything—Arsenal's clock is always five minutes late but full of hope.
Punchline 2: Diaz staying at Real Madrid just proves: some plot twists age like fine wine, others like a squeezed lemon.
