Arsenal in pole position for Raphinha as they ‘intensify efforts’ for Brazilian

Arsenal are in pole place to land Leeds United winger Raphinha this summer time, with Mikel Arteta’s facet anticipated to accentuate their efforts to land the Brazilian subsequent week.

The Gunners have already signed Marquinhos and Fabio Vieira this summer time, whereas a deal has been agreed to convey Gabriel Jesus from Manchester Metropolis to north London for a charge of round £45m.

Raphinha was regarded as holding out for a transfer to Barcelona, however their curiosity has not translated right into a concrete provide and, hamstrung financially, they appear to be out of the race.

This has left Arsenal in pole place, with the dependable David Ornstein revealing that Raphinha is ‘open to becoming a member of’ Arsenal this summer time, and that Arsenal are anticipated to submit a brand new improved bid, having already seen an inital provide turned down.

? Arsenal to accentuate efforts subsequent week to signal Raphinha from Leeds. Extra talks deliberate with 25yo’s camp & elevated provide anticipated. Feeling amongst different suitors is #AFC now main & he’s stated to be open to becoming a member of them. W/ @PhilHay_ @TheAthleticUK #LUFC https://t.co/FDYluxP0zx

— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) June 25, 2022

Tottenham and Chelsea look elsewhere

Arsenal’s London rivals Tottenham and Chelsea have been each thought to have enquired about Raphinha, however are actually set to look elsewhere.

The Athletic report that ‘there’s a sense across the scenario, and among the many different groups enthusiastic about Raphinha, that Arsenal are actually agency favourites for his signature’.

Tottenham, in the meantime, have as an alternative made Everton ahead Richarlison their no.1 attacking goal to offer cowl for Harry Kane and Heung-Min Son.

They may have an ace up their sleeve in any potential deal, with Harry Winks needed by the Goodison Park outfit. The midfielder might probably be used as a sweetener in any deal for Richarlison.

Everton ahead Richarlison has emerged as Tottenham’s no.1 goal this switch window. (Picture by Jan Kruger/Getty Photos)

And Chelsea, who’re eager to strengthen within the huge areas, are targetting Manchester Metropolis winger Raheem Sterling, with the 27 12 months previous regarded as open to the transfer ought to the Blues be capable to agree a charge with Pep Guardiola’s facet, who’re regarded as holding out for round £55m.

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