"Arsenal are closing in on a new 20m signing, according to reports. While the transfer window is closed, agreements with clubs can be reached in preparation for the opening of the summer window on 15 June, and Arsenal have been busy. Arsenal bolstered their squad admirably last summer with eight new arrivals, including the headline capture of Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting Lisbon, but appear keen not rest on their laurels."
"The club has been pursuing 19-year-old Brazilian centre-back Luiz Benedetti over the last few months, according to Sport Witness. And now it seems that interest has ramped up, as his current club Palmeiras appear satisfied that the youngster's departure is very likely. They are demanding a 20m transfer fee for Benedetti, double that of Arsenal's initial 10m approach that was rebuffed a few months ago."
"The Brazilian transfer window closes on 3 March, and Palmeiras are resolute in their stance that Benedetti must not leave without a replacement lined up. Their pursuit of Premier League ping-pong ball Igor Julio proved futile, but reports suggest they hope to land 28-year-old Nino from Zenit, with PSG's Lucas Beraldo touted as an alternative."
Arsenal is pursuing 19-year-old Brazilian centre-back Luiz Benedetti from Palmeiras for approximately €20 million, double their initial €10 million offer. Palmeiras has indicated the player's departure is likely but requires a replacement before the Brazilian transfer window closes on 3 March. The club has targeted Igor Julio from the Premier League and Nino from Zenit as potential replacements, with PSG's Lucas Beraldo as an alternative. Arsenal's current centre-back partnership of Gabriel and William Saliba has conceded the fewest goals in the league this season. Manager Mikel Arteta appears to view Benedetti as a potential aerial threat and future mentor figure for the squad.
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