Arthur Vermeeren is reportedly aware of Barcelona’s interest in him. Manchester United and West Ham United are also keen on signing him.
According to a report by Spanish outlet SPORT, Arthur Vermeeren knows about Barcelona being interested in him. The Catalan giants view the 18-year-old as a long-term midfield solution. Meanwhile, Manchester United and West Ham United are also keen on signing the Royal Antwerp prospect.
Arthur Vermeeren is one of the best young midfielders in the world. The 18-year-old, who began his youth career at Lierse SK, has risen to prominence since joining Royal Antwerp. He rose through the ranks at the club before breaking into the first-team squad in the early days of the 2023/24 season.
The Belgian midfield sensation has grown in stature to become a regular at the Bosuilstadion. And Vermeeren has already made nine appearances thus far this season for his club while chipping in with two assists. Meanwhile, the youngster’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of high-profile clubs.
Several Premier League clubs have been keeping tabs on the teenage wonderkid since his days in the Royal Antwerp Academy. But recent reports have heavily linked Vermeeren with Barcelona. Meanwhile, he is also a target for Manchester United and West Ham United.
The report by SPORT has revealed that the 18-year-old is aware of Barcelona’s interest in him. And with Royal Antwerp set to face the Blaugrana twice in the UEFA Champions League group stage, he is raring to go and showcase his skills in the matches. Meanwhile, Barcelona’s eagerness to sign him is understandable, considering summer signings Oriol Romeu and Ilkay Gundogan are on the wrong side of 30.
As for Manchester United, the Red Devils need midfield reinforcements amid the uncertainties surrounding Scott McTominay. In addition, Casemiro is in his thirties. Meanwhile, West Ham invested heavily in midfielders this past summer. But with Lucas Paqueta having his future up in the air, they can do with another midfielder.
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Barcelona might be in the pole position to secure Arthur Vermeeren’s services in 2024. But with Manchester United and West Ham United also interested, the race to sign him will likely heat up in the coming months.
