Arsenal have been given fresh hope of beating Manchester City to the signing of Newcastle defender Tino Livramento in the summer. Arsenal officials have held talks with Livramento’s representatives as they look to strengthen Mikel Arteta’s squad after winning the Premier League. Livramento remains the priority defensive target, and uncertainty around Pep Guardiola’s departure is said to affect Manchester City’s transfer plans. If Newcastle demands a fee Arsenal cannot meet, Oscar Mingueza of Celta Vigo is considered as a potential free-transfer alternative after his contract expires. Ben White’s injury issues could also prompt Arsenal to add right-back competition for Jurrien Timber. Newcastle’s failure to qualify for Europe could lead to the loss of key players, with Livramento valued for being homegrown, versatile, and experienced in the Premier League.
"Arsenal have reportedly been given fresh hope' of beating Manchester City to the signing of Tino Livramento in the summer transfer window. It was reported earlier this month that the Emirates Stadium hierarchy have held talks with the Newcastle defender's representatives as they seek to bolster Mikel Arteta's squad off the back of winning the Premier League title. A few weeks ago, the northwest club seemed to hold the edge over the Gunners in the race for the 23-year-old, although a fresh report suggests that the pendulum has now swung in favour of north London."
"According to a report for Sports Boom, Livramento is Arsenal's dream target' for the summer as they seek to reinforce their already formidable backline. It's claimed that Pep Guardiola's departure from Man City this week has cast uncertainty over the club's summer transfer plans, thus giving the newly-crowned champions fresh hope' of getting one over on the Manchester side in the market as well as in the title race. The Newcastle right-back remains the Gunners' priority defensive target."
"but if the Magpies demand a greater fee than the north Londoners are willing to pay, Celta Vigo's Oscar Mingueza is being lined up for a potential free transfer swoop following the expiry of his contract in Galicia. Arsenal already boast enviable strength in every defensive position, although Ben White's struggles with injury could well prompt Arteta to bring in additional right-back competition for Jurrien Timber."
"Newcastle's failure to qualify for Europe could see them lose a few of their prized assets, and Livramento represents a homegrown, versatile and Premier League-"
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