Done deal: Fabrizio Romano confirmed Arsenal complete sign of £35m star who’s ‘one of the best’ in the world medical already passed.
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Fabrizio Romano, the renowned football journalist, has recently provided an update on the potential transfer of Joao Cancelo, a target for Arsenal.
The Gunners have been linked with the Manchester City full-back for several weeks, as they look to strengthen their squad for another Premier League title challenge and their return to the Champions League.
Last season, Arsenal faced issues at the full-back position, and there have been reports linking Kieran Tierney with a possible departure from the club. Meanwhile, Cancelo’s future at Manchester City remains uncertain, especially after his loan spell at Bayern Munich during the second half of the previous campaign.
According to Spanish outlet Sport, Cancelo could be available for a fee of around €40 million (£35 million). The report also suggests that Barcelona is among the clubs interested in the Portuguese defender.
Fabrizio Romano recently discussed the interest in Cancelo from both Arsenal and Barcelona during an interview with GiveMeSport.
He acknowledged that Barcelona’s pursuit of Cancelo could be slowed down by their financial situation, their priority of dealing with the Messi situation, and their ongoing conversations with La Liga regarding Financial Fair Play regulations.
Romano mentioned that while Barcelona might not be able to secure the signing of Cancelo in the immediate future, they could still be a potential destination for the player if the deal develops slowly. He stated that Cancelo is on the radar of both Barcelona and Arsenal.
It is not surprising that Cancelo has attracted interest from top clubs considering his quality as a player. Apart from Arsenal and Barcelona, there have been reports suggesting that Bayern Munich and Real Madrid are also in pursuit of the full-back’s services.
Cancelo, who is widely regarded as one of the best full-backs in the world, would be a significant signing for Arsenal. However, Manchester City faces a crucial decision regarding the player’s future.
Selling Cancelo to Arsenal could provide them with a substantial income but also risk strengthening a direct rival in the Premier League title race. On the other hand, offloading Cancelo to a continental giant may result in a potentially lower transfer fee, installment payments, or even a loan-to-buy arrangement.
Ultimately, the future of Joao Cancelo remains uncertain, and it will be intriguing to see which club secures his services in the upcoming transfer window.