Arsenal target Wesley Franca while Liverpool lead Eduardo Camavinga race

Editorial Team
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Arsenal have stepped up their search for a new right-back by targeting Roma defender Wesley Franca, while Liverpool lead the race for Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga.

The Gunners are actively seeking defensive reinforcements ahead of the summer transfer window, with the 22-year-old Brazilian emerging as a primary option.

Mikel Arteta’s side are reportedly under severe financial pressure to generate funds through player sales, leaving very few squad members deemed untouchable.

Liverpool push for Camavinga signature

Meanwhile, Anfield executives have already held two rounds of talks with representatives of the 23-year-old French international.

The Merseyside club currently sit ahead of domestic rivals Chelsea in the ongoing pursuit of the highly-rated Champions League winner.

Despite their own struggles on the pitch this campaign, none of the current squad members at Stamford Bridge have officially asked to leave.

Rashford faces uncertain Spanish future

In La Liga, Hansi Flick has admitted he remains unsure whether his employers will permanently sign Marcus Rashford from Manchester United.

The Catalan giants hold a £26m option to convert the 28-year-old England international’s surprising season-long loan into a long-term arrangement.

Elsewhere in Spain, Raphinha has definitively ruled out leaving the Nou Camp before the end of the 2026-27 season despite lucrative interest from Saudi Arabia.

Haaland and Guimaraes commit to projects

Manchester City possess absolutely no intention of allowing Norwegian talisman Erling Haaland to depart this summer despite lingering interest from European heavyweights.

In the North East, Newcastle United orchestrator Bruno Guimaraes remains entirely committed to the long-term sporting project at St James’ Park.

The Brazilian midfield maestro is reportedly willing to negotiate a new contract without demanding to become the highest earner on Tyneside.

European transfer market round-up

Fulham have surprisingly paused their move for United States international Ricardo Pepi, even though the PSV Eindhoven striker has already completed a medical in London.

Over in Italy, Juventus are evaluating a swoop for veteran Germany defender Antonio Rudiger ahead of his imminent contract expiry in the Spanish capital.

Finally, Atletico Madrid have submitted an initial £30m bid, plus £4m in potential add-ons, to prise Brazilian midfield anchor Ederson away from Atalanta.