Arsenal Manager, Mikel Arteta walks out to a training session. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)
Brazilian defender Wesley has done quite well for AS Roma, and Arsenal are interested in securing his signature.
The 22-year-old has been a key player for the Italian club, and he’s expected to play a key role for Carlo Ancelotti and the Brazilian national team in the upcoming World Cup as well.
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Wesley has been a star for Roma
He is highly rated across Europe, and clubs like Manchester City, Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur are monitoring him from the Premier League as well. On the other hand, La Liga clubs Real Madrid and Barcelona have taken note of his performance, according to Calciomercato.It.
It will be interesting to see where he ends up.
Arsenal could use more depth in the right back department, and the Brazilian could prove to be an upgrade on Ben White. He has been a reliable defender in Italy, and he is quite impressive going forward. He could add a new dimension to the Arsenal attack.
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Wesley could fancy a big move
The opportunity to join the UEFA Champions League finalists will be exciting for him. Arsenal are close to winning the Premier League title as well. It would be a huge step up for Wesley, and he would get to play for one of the biggest clubs in the world. It could allow him to consistently fight for major trophies.
Manchester City, Newcastle, and Tottenham also have the financial muscle to get the deal done. It will be interesting to see where the 22-year-old ends up eventually.
With multiple clubs keen on him, Roma will expect a bidding war to recoup as much as possible from his departure….
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