Arsenal are reportedly interested in Gremio’s 19-year-old right-back Lucas Kawan as Mikel Arteta eyes players to develop in the position.
According to Journalist Kaliel Machado Dorneles, Arsenal are among the sides keen on Gremio right back Lucas Kawan. Mikel Arteta probably eyes the 19-year-old Brazilian prodigy to become a part of the developmental process as the manager would like to evolve a few key areas of his team.
Arsenal are a different side than they were two-three years ago. Mikel Arteta has completely transformed the club in the last few seasons, and currently, they lead the Premier League table by seven points. With the board’s support, the manager has used his ideas and built a solid foundation for the next many years.
The Gunners are confident, and Arteta’s work on several players and positions has proved key to their success. The right-back position, in particular, was problematic when the Spaniard arrived. The signing of Takehiro Tomiyasu in 2021 showed what Arteta wanted from the role, and now Ben White is the current first choice in Premier League games.
The demands of Arteta from the right back differ from other clubs as the manager likes to invert. There aren’t many players naturally suited to the position, so Arsenal is in the market for youngsters who could develop into the right profile.
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Ivan Fresneda of Real Valladolid is a transfer target. However, the Spaniard’s potential €30 million asking price may prove difficult to conjure when the Gunners seek more important transfer targets. Hence the idea of signing someone unknown from a different continent may appeal to the club.
Arsenal could sell experienced star Cedric Soares in January, with Fulham reportedly close to signing the Portuguese full-back. Hence, there could be space in the squad to add someone young, with 19-year-old Brazilian prodigy Lucas Kawan reportedly a target.
Brazilian journalist, through his Instagram, reported that Arsenal are among the sides keeping close tabs on Kawan. He also mentions the City Group as a possible suitor for the 19-year-old Brazilian prodigy. The idea of bringing a player with a young profile may seem bright, but much will depend on the money involved in the deal.
Kawan has a contract until 2025, and Gremio could demand a significant fee in return. Moreover, because Arsenal faces competition from the City Group, the prices could go up if a transfer battle ensues.
The reports are not widespread, and the journalist is the only source. However, going by how Arsenal operates under Arteta, a move for the young right-back must be considered in the future, considering the Gunners did sign 19-year-old Marquinhos from Sao Paulo in the summer as a developmental player.
