Arsenal are reportedly leading the race for the signature of Vitor Roque in the next summer transfer window. However, the player prefers a move to Barcelona.
Although, Barcelona are struggling to meet the demands of the transfer fee for the striker. Hence, the Gunners are pushing for the move.
ARSENAL AND VITOR ROQUE TRANSFER LINKS FULL STORY
According to reports, Arsenal are leading the race for the signing of Vitor Roque in the next summer transfer window. The Gunners are pushing for the move after the success of Gabriel Martinelli from the Brazilian league. Atheltico PR are also open to selling their young star forward for the right price in the next summer transfer window.
Hence, the report also claims that his agency representatives will travel to London to negotiate a move with Arsenal. The forward’s father is also in London. A report also claims that Mikel Arteta has also sanctioned the move of the Brazilian forward. However, the Gunners will also have to keep an eye on the interest of other top European clubs.
BARCELONA AND PSG ARE ALSO MONITORING HIS SITUATION CLOSELY
According to reports, Arsenal are not the only side interested in signing him. Barcelona and PSG are also monitoring his situation. Vitor Roque has also said in an interview that he dreams of signing for Barcelona. Hence, the La Liga giants have already opened negotiation with his club. However, at the moment, they do not have the finances to pay his rumoured 40 million transfer fee.
Although, Arsenal are ready to meet the transfer fee demands and the personal terms with the player. However, the forward will make his decision in the next summer transfer window. He wants to end his season well with Atheltico PR. The forward further said, “I definitely feel prepared to play in Europe. I work for it, I’m focused on getting there as prepared as possible”.
Hence, Arsenal fans will hope that Vitor Roque selects them in the next summer transfer window. They already have a number of Brazilian players at the club. They are in the form of Gabriel Jesus, Martinelli and Gabriel Magalhaes. Hence, Roque will definitely take lessons from their successes.
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