Arthur Vermeeren, Royal Antwerp’s 18-year-old midfielder, is at the centre of a transfer tussle involving Arsenal, Tottenham, and Barcelona.

Belgium's Arthur Vermeeren pictured during a training session of the Belgian national soccer team Red Devils, at the Royal Belgian Football Association's training center, in Tubize, Sunday 15 October 2023. The Red Devils are playing against Sweden on Monday, match 7/8 in Group F of the Euro 2024 qualifications. BELGA PHOTO BRUNO FAHY (Photo by BRUNO FAHY/BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images)
Belgium’s Arthur Vermeeren pictured during a training session of the Belgian national soccer team Red Devils, at the Royal Belgian Football Association’s training center, in Tubize, Sunday 15 October 2023. The Red Devils are playing against Sweden on Monday, match 7/8 in Group F of the Euro 2024 qualifications. BELGA PHOTO BRUNO FAHY (Photo by BRUNO FAHY/BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal and Tottenham are reportedly in a tight contest to sign Arthur Vermeeren, the 18-year-old midfielder from Royal Antwerp, who is also attracting attention from FC Barcelona.

Both London clubs have intensified their interest in Vermeeren, who is considered one of the most coveted young talents in European football.

Vermeeren has been a standout performer for Royal Antwerp, particularly catching the eye of scouts during their clash with Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League.

A product of Antwerp’s youth system, the Belgian youngster has made a significant impact in his debut season in 2022/23, becoming a regular feature in the team.

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Antwerp's Arthur Vermeeren pictured during a press conference of Belgian soccer team Royal Antwerp FC, on Tuesday 03 October 2023 in Antwerp. The team is preparing for tomorrow's game against Ukrainian club Shakhtar Donetsk, on day two of the Champions League group stage, in the group H. BELGA PHOTO TOM GOYVAERTS (Photo by TOM GOYVAERTS/BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images)
Antwerp’s Arthur Vermeeren pictured during a press conference of Belgian soccer team Royal Antwerp FC, on Tuesday 03 October 2023 in Antwerp. The team is preparing for tomorrow’s game against Ukrainian club Shakhtar Donetsk, on day two of the Champions League group stage, in the group H. BELGA PHOTO TOM GOYVAERTS (Photo by TOM GOYVAERTS/BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images)

With 62 appearances, three goals, and seven assists to his name, Vermeeren has drawn interest from several top clubs across Europe.

Arsenal are said to be considering him as a potential replacement for Thomas Partey, while Tottenham view him as an ideal successor to Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg.

Barcelona, too, have shown interest in Vermeeren, seeing him as a possible long-term reinforcement for their midfield.

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