Arsenal monitoring European prospect amid contract doubts

Arsenal have been linked with a possible move for Borussia Dortmund teenager Romeo Ritter.
The report comes from Florian Plettenberg of Sky Sports Germany.

The north London club continue to search across Europe for young players with clear promise. This approach remains part of Arsenal’s long-term plan under Mikel Arteta.

In recent months, Arsenal have focused strongly on youth recruitment. The club believe early investment helps build a stable future squad.

They recently added teenage prospects Holger and Edwin Quintero to their system.

Ritter has now emerged as another name on Arsenal’s watchlist. The German teenager is currently developing within Dortmund’s set-up.

Arsenal make initial contact over Ritter

According to the report, Arsenal have already made phone enquiries about Ritter. These calls were described as checks rather than formal talks.

The club are said to be closely following the defender’s progress in Germany. Arsenal want to understand his current situation and future plans.

AC Milan and Arsenal have made phone enquiries about Roméo #Ritter and are monitoring his situation.

The 17 y/o talented left-footed centre-back is dreaming of making his breakthrough at Borussia Dortmund. He is under contract until 2027. However, it is still unclear… pic.twitter.com/V38afLEVE0

— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) January 8, 2026

Despite outside interest, Ritter is focused on Dortmund at this stage. The teenager is believed to be dreaming of earning his breakthrough there.

Competition builds for Dortmund’s teenager

Arsenal are not alone in tracking the young defender. Italian side AC Milan are also said to be monitoring Ritter’s situation.

This growing interest highlights his rising profile within youth football circles. However, no club has made an official move so far.

Ritter remains under contract with Dortmund until 2027. This gives the German club control over his short-term future.

The report states that it remains unclear if a new deal will be signed. No decision has been made regarding a possible extension.

That uncertainty has created an opportunity for clubs to stay alert. Arsenal are among those keeping a close eye on developments.

For now, there is no suggestion that a transfer is imminent. The situation is still at an early and watchful stage.

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