Arsenal target wants to leave
Premier League duo Arsenal and Chelsea have seemingly been handed a boost in their pursuit of Liverpool-linked forward Joao Pedro.
Although Pedro still has three years remaining on his contract at the Amex Stadium, the Brazilian has made the decision to leave Brighton this summer and the Seagulls are aware of the situation, according to his teammate Igor Julio.
Speaking about Pedro’s future to Trivela, Igor said: “Joao Pedro had already told Brighton some time ago that his desire was to leave, seek new things, take the next step.
“It seems it will be difficult and complicated for him to stay here, we have to be honest, the club already knows that.”
“Very happy for him. He deserves it,” Igor added. “He’s been here in England for five years and hasn’t played for a big team yet. It’s his moment, his time, so he can make the best decision and be happy wherever he is.”
Fabio Vieira set to return
Arsenal are assessing their options after Porto indicated they lack the funds required to sign Fabio Vieira on a permanent basis.
After a disappointing 2023/24 campaign when he was reduced to a bit-part role, he returned to his former club on loan last summer.
After several eye-catching performances, Porto would like to keep Vieira but are unable to match Arsenal’s valuation.
Vieira will represent Porto at the upcoming Club World Cup and, after a summer holiday, is expected to report back to London Colney for pre-season training.
Arsenal remain in Gyokeres hunt
Arsenal remain in constant dialogue with Sporting over a move for Viktor Gyokeres, according to Fabrizio Romano.
He said: “First thing to do is clarifying the exit price from Sporting after trouble with the president.
“Both Arsenal and Man United remain keen and in contact with his camp.”
Arsenal close on first signing
Kepa Arrizabalaga to Arsenal is a done deal, according to Telegraph journalist Matt Law.
He said: “My initial information was he didn’t really want to be a backup, having been playing every week at Bournemouth. And I know there was interest from some good clubs to make him number one. So that surprised me.
“I haven’t seen it’s gone through yet.
“I feel like it’s basically done. Yeah, that surprised me that he would be up for that. Let’s put it that way from what I had heard.”
United enter race for Arsenal target
Manchester United have entered the race for Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike, according to Sky Germany.
Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea are also thought to be interested in the 22-year-old, who has four years left on his deal.
It is understood United are exploring the conditions of a potential deal for Ekitike with Frankfurt demanding around £85million.
Bayern battle for Arsenal target
Arsenal transfer target Nico Williams remains a top target for Bayern Munich, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Bayern have held talks with the winger’s representatives over a deal.
He has a release clause worth £50million.
