Arsenal set to rival Real Madrid for Stuttgart defender Finn Jeltsch

Arsenal are set to rival Real Madrid for this Bundesliga youngster Finn Jeltsch, one of the most promising German centre‑backs, according to a recent TuttoJuve report that places the Gunners alongside Los Blancos and Juventus in the race to sign him for the future next year.

Impressive Bundesliga form

Finn Jeltsch, 20, has featured in six Bundesliga matches for VfB Stuttgart this season, contributing one assist. His solid start and impressive displays at the heart of Stuttgart’s back line have seen him rated as one of the most gifted young centre‑backs in the league.

The German talent is a strong tackler who reads danger well and wins the ball back efficiently. Standing at 1.88 m, he often prevails in 50‑50 aerial duels and is a tidy passer from the back. Though primarily a centre‑back, he can also operate as a defensive midfielder if required.

Contract and transfer battle

Jeltsch’s contract with Stuttgart runs until the summer of 2030, meaning a cheap January move or a free‑transfer at the end of the campaign is unlikely. Consequently, Arsenal, Real Madrid and Juventus are set to battle for his signature, with the Gunners hoping to secure him in 2027.

If Arsenal succeed, manager Mikel Arteta could add quality and depth to his defensive line. Jeltsch has the attributes to fight for a regular first‑team place and, at 20, could become a future star in English football provided he continues to improve each season.

Only time will tell if he can adapt to the Premier League’s high intensity, but his defensive instincts suggest he could make the transition when Arsenal bring him in 2027.

One for the future, Arsenal would be wise to snap him up next year, as he represents a long‑term prospect for the club.