Midfielder Jorginho could be tempted by a move to Barcelona, while young star Charlie Patino is reportedly attracting interest from Juventus.
On top of that, Joshua Zirkzee, a player linked with Arsenal, has seen his transfer valuation skyrocket, potentially complicating a potential deal.
Here is a round-up of some of the transfer gossip doing the rounds today.
Spanish press claims Arsenal player ‘would be delighted’ to join Barcelona [Sport]
As Barcelona’s grand transfer ambitions for the summer dwindle, the club shifts its focus towards securing bargain signings. Deco, in charge of recruitment, targets Jorginho, whose contract is set to expire, presenting him as a potential free transfer.
The article in the Spanish publication Sport suggests Jorginho may be open to joining Barcelona. However, there’s a crucial detail overlooked: Jorginho’s Arsenal contract includes an optional year, potentially complicating Barcelona’s plans.
This isn’t the first time Barcelona has misjudged the availability of a seemingly free Premier League player due to contractual details. Despite this potential setback, the article implies excitement around Jorginho’s potential move, highlighting Barcelona’s current desperation for feasible transfer options.
Report claims Juventus have turned Charlie Patino’s head [TV Play]
There’s been speculation in the Italian media regarding Juventus’ interest in Arsenal’s Charlie Patino, currently on loan at Swansea City.
Despite Patino’s promising future and his loan stint aimed at gaining valuable playing time, rumours persist that Juventus will try to sign him at the end of the season.
Michele Fratini, a scout and intermediary, hinted at Patino’s potential move, suggesting Juventus sees him as an ideal fit. While earlier rumours of a January move didn’t materialise, Juventus’s focus on another player during the transfer window hasn’t deterred speculation about a future move for Patino.
With Patino’s loan deal set to conclude at the end of the season, attention may shift towards a move back to Arsenal and any subsequent negotiations with Juventus.
Price rockets for Arsenal target [Gazetta dello Sport via Sport Witness]
Joshua Zirkzee’s impressive form in Serie A with Bologna has sparked interest from several clubs, including Arsenal. However, his rising profile has led to a significant increase in his valuation, with reports suggesting Bologna may demand €80m for his transfer this summer.
This price surge contrasts sharply with earlier estimates, which pegged his value at around €45m just a few weeks ago when Arsenal first expressed interest.
Despite Arsenal‘s initial position as strong contenders for his signature and hopes of leveraging a good relationship with his agent, the inflated asking price may pose a challenge.
Additionally, the presence of a €40m buy-back clause held by Bayern Munich adds a layer of complexity to negotiations. Bologna appears determined to capitalise on Zirkzee’s potential, drawing parallels with the high transfer fee Manchester United paid for Højlund from Atalanta.