Arsenal‘s aspirations of acquiring Vinicius Junior have come to an end after he signed a new six-year deal with Real Madrid.
The Gunners made a significant offer for the 26-year-old and were nearing an agreement on personal terms.
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However, the Brazilian ultimately opted to extend his stay in Madrid with a long-term contract.
As reported by the Independent, Arsenal still aims to recruit a top-quality left winger and has identified three potential targets.
Manager Mikel Arteta holds a strong admiration for Atletico Madrid‘s Julian Alvarez.
Barcelona is also in pursuit of Alvarez, though Atletico has clearly stated that they do not intend to sell him.
Another option for Arsenal is Paris Saint-Germain forward Bradley Barcola. His contract runs until 2028, but he is reportedly hesitant to sign an extension.
Liverpool is also interested in Barcola, and the Reds are preparing to make a €115m offer, while PSG is asking for €150m.
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Furthermore, Arsenal is evaluating Everton star Iliman Ndiaye, who netted six goals and provided three assists last season, proving his worth for Senegal during the World Cup.
He is contracted until 2029, and Everton may seek a premium fee for his transfer this summer.