Arsenal reportedly want to sign Brazilian wonderkid Vitor Roque in the next summer transfer window. However, Barcelona are closely monitoring the situation of the youngster.
Although, the Gunners are now leading the race for his signature. This is also because sporting Edu Gaspar is constant contact with his agent over a potential deal in the next summer transfer window.
ARSENAL AND VITOR ROQUE TRANSFER LINKS FULL STORY
According to reports, Arsenal are doing everything in their power to sign Brazil wonderkid Vitor Roque in the next summer transfer window. The report also claims that sporting director Edu Gaspar is in constant contact with his agent. However, they are yet to convince the Brazilian youngster to join the club. Another big problem in the deal is also his club Atletico Paranaense want to get a hefty price for the 17-year old. They also have a 60 million release clause in his contract.
Hence, Arsenal will have to offer a fee of around 40-50 million to have a chance in securing the deal. The Brazilian club are aware of the heating interest in their young player. However, they are calm about the situation as the player has a long-term contract with the club. The Gunners can also add lucrative add-ons to secure the deal. They have already signed Marquinhos and Gabriel Martinelli from the Brazilian leagues. Hence, the Brazilian league clubs are aware of the Gunners negotiation styles.
BARCELONA ARE ALSO CLOSELY MONITORING THE SITUATION
According to reports, Barcelona are also ready to give a tough competition to Arsenal for the signature of Vitor Roque. The report also claims that Barca are also in contact with his agent. However, like the Gunners, they have not made a bid for the player. Although, the La Liga giants have made it clear that they will not match the bids of the Gunners. It is because they are currently under financial constraints with the La Liga. Therefore, Barcelona will have to hope that Vitor forces a move to them.
Whereas, Arsenal will hope to use the lure of the Premier League and their superior finances. Atletico are also open to selling Vitor Roque for the right price. The report also claims that many other European teams are also expected to join the race for his signature. However, with his skills and qualities, interest is only going to rise for the youngster. Hence, the youngster should make a decision on his future using his mind and not using his heart.
Hence, Arsenal have to make sure that they lay a good long-term plan to Vitor Roque. Vitor Roque also needs to make sure that he goes to a club that gives him the right roadmap to the first team. The Brazilian forward is going to turn 18 on 28th February. Hence, that is going to make it easy for him to get a move to a European club.
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