Pete O’Rourke of Football Insider recently shared news about Emmanuel Fernandez. Since moving from Peterborough last summer, the 24-year-old has been a revelation at Ibrox. He plays with a calm toughness that has completely changed how the Rangers’ defence looks.

Arsenal transfer news: Rangers Fight to Keep Emmanuel Fernandez as Bigger Clubs Circle

Manager Danny Rohl thinks the world of him. The German boss sees the Spanish youth international as the heart of his long-term plans in Glasgow. Rangers are desperate to keep him, but his great start in Scotland has naturally put him on the radar of scouts from top leagues across Europe.

Reports show that Arsenal are keeping a close eye on him. They are looking for defensive help for the next summer window, and this puts the Rangers in a tough spot. It is always hard for Scottish teams to say no when the Premier League comes calling. Still, the Glasgow side have a plan to keep him. It all comes down to how they finish the season. If they can beat out Celtic and Hearts for the title, they get a spot in the Champions League. That would change everything for their bank account and their status.

Having that European money means Rangers can ask for a massive fee if they do sell. Or, they could even convince Fernandez that staying at Ibrox is the best move for his career right now. The board isn’t looking to sell unless a crazy offer comes in from England. Fernandez seems to be loving his football and feels right at home in the squad, so the club believe they have the upper hand in any talks. The next few months of this title race will decide if they can hold onto him or if they’re in for a real fight to stop him from leaving.

Should Arsenal Make Fernandez a Priority?

If you look at it from Arsenal’s side, the latest Arsenal transfer news shows they want young players with huge potential who can play a few different roles. At 24, Fernandez fits exactly what Mikel Arteta likes. He has the pace and the skill on the ball to play in a team that keep a high defensive line. Some people might wonder if he can handle the step up from the Scottish Premiership to the Premier League, but his stats in the air and his passing style are exactly what the modern English game looks for.

Looking at the current Arsenal squad, they seem to want someone who can rotate in and eventually push the regular starters for their spots. If the Gunners get him, they will get a physically strong Spaniard who already knows what it’s like to play for a massive, high-pressure fanbase.

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But if Rangers win the league, his price will go through the roof. He won’t be a bargain anymore. It’s worth watching this Arsenal transfer news closely because Fernandez is that rare type of player who is more than just a prospect but hasn’t hit his peak yet. If Arsenal want to get ahead of everyone else, they need to move before he plays in the Champions League and his value explodes. Keep a close watch on what Andrea Berta does as the summer gets closer.