Arsenal Transfer News: Arsenal have reportedly added Brentford winger Kevin Schade to their list of January targets after his bright opening to the 2026/27 season. CaughtOffside reports that Arsenal have tracked the Germany international for several months and recently sent scouts to watch him. The report says the 24-year-old has attracted attention after scoring three Premier League goals across his first five appearances.
Schade remains under contract with Brentford until 2028, so the Bees have little reason to sell cheaply. However, CaughtOffside says discussions over a new deal have not progressed, while the forward reportedly wants to take the next step with a major European club. Arsenal could therefore make an enquiry when the January window opens.
His current numbers explain the interest. Schade has started every Premier League match for Brentford and played 448 minutes, scoring once against Leeds and twice at Bournemouth. He then completed 90 minutes in Brentford’s 3-0 win over Chelsea. He is among the league’s leading scorers with three goals.
Arsenal Transfer News: Why could Arsenal consider Schade?
Arsenal’s need for another attacking option became easier to see after their 3-0 defeat at Brighton. Arsenal struggled to create enough danger, although one poor result shouldn’t dictate recruitment.
Schade would give Mikel Arteta a different attacking profile. His pace can threaten space behind defensive lines, while his height gives Arsenal another option when opponents defend deep. He can play from either flank and has experience operating centrally, which could help Arteta rotate his forward line.
That matters because Arsenal lost Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus late in the summer window, while the club couldn’t add another forward before the deadline. Christos Tzolis now provides another wide option, but Schade would bring greater physical threat and running power.
His 2025/26 league return of eight goals and three assists shows that this season’s scoring burst didn’t arrive from nowhere. Still, his passing accuracy and decision-making need scrutiny before Arsenal commit. Fast attackers can struggle against packed defences when space disappears, and Schade must show greater consistency in those situations.
Brentford’s position could make negotiations difficult. They don’t need to sell a player tied down until 2028, while he remains productive. Arsenal therefore may have to decide whether his pace, versatility and form justify a sizeable January investment, after their attacking changes. For now, this Arsenal Transfer News remains at the enquiry stage, with no reported agreement.
