Arsenal are set to challenge Manchester United for €75m-rated Frenkie de Jong, as Barcelona seeks to extend his contract. Meanwhile, ex-Gunner Mikael Silvestre urges Arsenal to sign Viktor Gyokeres, Sporting Lisbon €83m-rated striker. With Arsenal thrashing PSV 7-1 and United drawing 1-1 against Sociedad, the clubs transfer rivalry intensifies.
In the latest transfer developments, Arsenal have emerged as contenders to hijack Manchester United’s pursuit of Viktor Gyökeres, Sporting Lisbon’s prolific striker. The Swedish forward has a reported release clause of £71 million and has been in exceptional form, scoring 31 goals and providing 11 assists in 34 appearances this season. Arsenal legend Mikael Silvestre has urged the Gunners to sign him, citing his goal-scoring prowess as a potential game-changer for Mikel Arteta’s side.
Meanwhile, Arsenal have also been linked with Frenkie de Jong, with reports suggesting Barcelona are keen to extend his contract. Manchester United had previously tabled a £62.8 million bid plus £8.4 million in add-ons, but with De Jong’s contract expiring in 2026, a transfer battle could ensue.
Additionally, Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker has revealed a soft spot for Arsenal, recalling how he watched the club in Brazil during the early 2000s. His future remains uncertain as Liverpool have secured Giorgi Mamardashvili’s signing from Valencia.
Arsenal are also preparing for a crucial Premier League clash against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday, following a 7-1 Champions League victory over PSV Eindhoven. The result strengthens Arsenal’s European ambitions as they chase domestic and continental success.
