Arsenal Decide Next Signing with January Move Lined Up

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Arsenal should make an “official step” for their highest transfer target in January, according to superb reports.

Arsenal splashed the money to recruit eight new players this summer.

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Martin ZubiMendi, Ebelechi Eze and Viktor Gyokerres joined the Emirates in transfer costs with big money.

Not to mention Noni Madueke, Cristhian Mosquera, Christian Norgaard and Kepa Arrizabalaga, with Mikel Arteta recruiting Piero Hincie on the day of the deadline.

Despite the deadlines of 255 million pounds Sterling this summer, the Gunners have their eyes on other additions.

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According to the offside, Arsenal watched the central defender Luiz Benedetti and should make an “official step” in January.

Benedetti, 19, arouses a lot of interest after his performances in Brazil, Barcelona also keeping an eye on his situation.

Barça considers it as a strategic option to strengthen their background line with a promising young talent.

The Greek giants Olympiacos are also in the mixture.

Luiz Benedetti played Palmeiras at the Club World Cup. Image: Getty

Luiz Benedetti played Palmeiras at the Club World Cup. Image: Getty

Benedetti alerted the elite of Europe given its ability to transport the rear ball and its air force.

Arsenal considers it as a physically capable alternative adapted to the demands of the Premier League.

Palmeiras, however, hesitates to let him go, having already lost several players – including Estevao who joined Chelsea.

How much would Luiz Benedetti cost?

Benedetti not only draws attention to his talent on the ground but also his market value.

It is estimated at € 500,000, but with the involvement of Arsenal and Barça, it could order transfer fees in the several million range.

Luiz Benedetti is sought after by many European sides. Image: Getty

Luiz Benedetti is sought after by many European sides. Image: Getty

But Benedetti, which is under contract until December 2029, represents a low cost investment but at a high level given its age and its potential.

According to the report, Palmeiras should take advantage of the long -term nature of his contract to strengthen their position in the negotiations.

A move to Europe in January believes that Benedetti, because the result will depend on the strategic movements of interested clubs.