Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing 21-year-old Spanish defender Ivan Fresneda from Sporting CP in the summer transfer window.
Ivan Fresneda has done well at Sporting Lisbon and has attracted the attention of multiple English clubs. According to a report from Fichajes, as many as six English clubs are scouting him, and Arsenal are confident of winning the race for his signature.
They will also face competition from prominent clubs like Manchester City and Newcastle United. The 21-year-old has been on their radar for quite some time, and they are monitoring his progress.
They are looking to add more quality and depth to the full-back areas. Ben White has struggled for regular opportunities, and he has been linked with a move away from the London club. The 21-year-old Spanish defender could be the ideal replacement for the Englishman. The player is valued at €12 million, and Arsenal certainly have the financial muscle to get the deal done. They have recently signed Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting Lisbon, and they will be hoping to use the amicable terms between the two clubs to sign the Spanish defender now.
The opportunity to join Arsenal will be exciting for him. It would be a huge opportunity in his career, and Fresneda will look to prove himself in English football. He would get to play for one of the biggest clubs in the world and fight for major trophies.
Man City and Newcastle eye Fresneda move
Manchester City could be an exciting opportunity for him as well. They are looking to bring in a quality right-back, and they have been linked with Valentino Livramento as well. It will be interesting to see if they can sign the 21-year-old Spaniard instead. He is likely to be a much cheaper option compared to the Newcastle star.
Finally, the interest from Newcastle is hardly a surprise. Livramento has been linked with a move away from the club, and they need to replace him properly. The 21-year-old could be an excellent long-term acquisition for them. It will be interesting to see if they can get the deal done.
