According to the latest update from SPORT, Arsenal are prepared to make a huge offer of around £70 million (approximately €81 million) to sign Real Madrid forward Rodrygo this summer.
The Brazilian star is quickly becoming one of the hottest names in the transfer market, as his future at the Santiago Bernabeu looks increasingly unclear.
Under new manager Xabi Alonso, Rodrygo has lost his place in the starting XI and has barely featured in recent games, sparking speculation about an exit.
Interestingly, Arsenal see Rodrygo as the perfect player to improve their attack and boost their chances of challenging for the Premier League title.
As a result, the Gunners are willing to invest heavily to bring the 24-year-old Brazilian to the Emirates Stadium, making him one of their priority targets for the summer.
Bayern and PSG also keen
Arsenal are not the only club interested in Rodrygo. Other Premier League sides like Chelsea and Manchester United have also been monitoring his situation, although no formal offers have yet been made to Real Madrid.
Arsenal are interested in Rodrygo. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)
Meanwhile, European giants Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain are keeping a close eye on the Brazilian as well.
Bayern are desperate to sign a new winger after missing out on Nico Williams and Luis Díaz, and they see Rodrygo as a perfect fit in their frontline.
PSG, on the other hand, believe Rodrygo’s pace and skill would suit their attacking style perfectly and help them maintain their domestic and European ambitions.
With Rodrygo under contract at Real Madrid until 2028, the Spanish club hold a strong position in negotiations.
However, the player’s lack of minutes under Alonso could push him towards a summer exit, especially if a club like Arsenal comes forward with a big-money offer.