OFFICIAL NOW ✅: Arsenal completes the signing of Brazilian superstar on a 4yr deal, Medical team on standby to welcome Arteta Second summer signing today – Here we go
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has pinpointed a prominent Brazilian player as his primary target for the upcoming summer transfer window. The club’s sporting director, Edu Gaspar, has already initiated steps to bring this player to the Emirates Stadium.
Arsenal’s transfer activities are gaining momentum, evidenced by the permanent acquisition of David Raya and the anticipated arrival of Italian defender Riccardo Calafiori. Additionally, significant player departures may occur as Arteta seeks to revamp his squad.
In a recent conversation with ESPN, Arteta noted that the transfer market has been sluggish due to the ongoing Euros and Copa America tournaments, but he expects the pace to quicken soon. Edu is actively negotiating Arsenal’s next potential signing.
According to TEAMtalk, referencing unnamed Spanish sources, Edu has proposed a deal to Barcelona sporting director Deco involving cash plus Hale End striker Eddie Nketiah to facilitate Raphinha’s return to the Premier League. Initially, Arteta was hesitant about acquiring the Barcelona star but has now prioritized him for the upcoming season.
Both Arsenal and Chelsea previously attempted to sign Raphinha when he was at Leeds United, but Barcelona eventually secured his services. During that period, Deco, who was Raphinha’s agent, disclosed to FourFourTwo that Leeds chairman Andrea Radrizzani had promised to sell Raphinha to Barcelona for a specific amount after Leeds avoided relegation, significantly due to Raphinha’s contributions. However, when Chelsea made a higher bid, Radrizzani reconsidered his position.
In conclusion, Arsenal is aggressively pursuing strategic signings to strengthen their squad. Arteta and Edu are diligently working to acquire top talents, with Raphinha emerging as a key target.
