Arsenal Transfer News: Premier League frontrunners Arsenal have been in touch with the representatives of Athletico Paranaense’s 17-year-old Brazilian sensation Vitor Roque
Arsenal Transfer News: Goal claims that Arsenal is scouting 17-year-old Brazilian prodigy, Vitor Roque. Many clubs in Europe have an interest in signing the youngster. Arsenal is the most recent club to enter the fray. They seem seriously interested in getting a deal done.
This is as they want to add some quality long-term reinforcements to their current squad. Mikel Arteta and co. have seen a lot of ups and downs. The bench needs to be strengthened and the task isn’t easy. However, the player could be a long-term asset to the club.
The Athletico Paranaense youth has been on the radar of several major league teams. A number of European teams are reportedly interested in signing the young Brazilian star because of his promising potential.
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Barcelona is reportedly in the lead to sign him. But Arsenal has joined the bidding process. And, they have reportedly been communicating with the agent representing the 17-year-old. Several other teams, including Chelsea, Newcastle United, and Paris Saint-Germain, are interested in signing the youngster this summer.
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In a few months, Vitor Roque will be 18, allowing him to go to Europe in the spring. Some teams are waiting until the transfer window to make an offer for the Brazilian phenom. Nonetheless, it’s possible that some of them won’t even wait that long.
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The clubs are attempting to reach an agreement on a contract for the adolescent before the window opens to limit their exposure to potential rivals. Roque’s contract features a buyout provision of €60 million. However, the club is open to discussing a move with any interested parties.
The young star has played in 29 games in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. So far this tournament, he has contributed to six different goals. As a member of Brazil’s U20 squad, he has nine appearances. The player ended up scoring six goals.
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The Brazilian attacker has been on the field 36 times for Athletico Paranaense this season. He has assisted on 10 goals for the team. The teen’s brilliance is unmatched for his age. He knows he has what it takes to succeed and is actively seeking his next challenge.
Numerous major teams would want to add him to their rosters. And Edu Gaspar has apparently gotten the Gunners into the running. The Gunners’ manager reached out to the player’s agent to find out how things were going with the player.
Mikel Arteta has established a young squad with tremendous promise. His inclusion can only improve the current endeavour. Moreover, there will reportedly be a bidding war among teams hoping to recruit the adolescent. It will be exciting to watch who wins the competition.
