Arnau Martinez is considered the ideal right-back profile for Milan for the upcoming January transfer window. Milan had already thought about him when Jimenez was sold to Bournemouth, but the move was delayed. Juventus was also interested in previous months.

At the start of the transfer market, Milan had shown interest in Arnau Martinez, but their attention has now turned to Athekame of Young Boys. Although Milan was initially keen, West Ham is currently the frontrunner in the pursuit of the Girona player. Girona is demanding a minimum of 15 million euros for the 22-year-old Spanish defender, and substantial financial offers would be essential for securing his transfer. Martinez's contract with Girona is valid until June 2027, and according to Transfermarkt, his market value is approximately €10 million. Additionally, Juventus and Crystal Palace have been linked with potential interest in acquiring the player.