Arsenal hold transfer talks to sign Julian Alvarez and Vinicius Junior
Arsenal are actively pursuing a summer transfer for Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez alongside their ongoing interest in Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior.
Mikel Arteta is determined to bolster his squad as the north London club aim to capture the Premier League title and finally secure Champions League glory.
Incoming business at Emirates Stadium has been relatively slow as the September transfer deadline approaches.
Only Illan Meslier and Christos Tzolis have been confirmed as summer arrivals thus far.
Guimaraes and Vinicius Junior targeted
The Gunners are reportedly closing in on a lucrative agreement for Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes.
That proposed move follows the shock departure of Magpies manager Eddie Howe from St James’ Park.
Attention has also turned to Spain, with Arsenal monitoring Vinicius Junior following a stall in contract negotiations at the Bernabeu.
Background talks for Alvarez
While the Brazilian superstar dominates current headlines, behind-the-scenes discussions are simultaneously progressing for Alvarez.
Arteta wants a versatile centre-forward to compete with current striking option Viktor Gyokeres.
The Argentina international reportedly favours a switch to Barcelona this summer.
However, Atletico’s firm reluctance to sell to a domestic rival has opened a potential avenue for Premier League suitors or Paris St-Germain.
The sought-after attacker arrives with a stellar reputation among his peers.
He is the best player in the world.
Fernando Torres
Creative exchange options
Arsenal are prepared to wait until a mid-August deadline expires for the Catalan giants before making their definitive move.
The 26-year-old views Arteta’s ongoing project highly and remains completely open to a London relocation.
To secure the prized forward, Emirates executives are willing to explore creative player-plus-cash arrangements.
Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Martinelli or Gyokeres could potentially be offered to the Spanish capital club to facilitate the blockbuster transfer.