Arsenal are keeping a close eye on Corinthians midfielder Breno Bidon, who has emerged as a realistic transfer target this summer despite carrying a €100 million release clause.
The 21-year-old Brazilian has attracted significant attention from European clubs, with Italian side Atalanta among those keen on securing his signature ahead of the new season.
Atalanta are looking to replace Ederson this summer, and Bidon has been identified as a potential candidate to fill that void in their midfield.
Ederson himself will be playing for Manchester United next season, leaving Atalanta with a pressing need to strengthen their options in the centre of the park.
While the Italian club’s interest is well-documented, Arsenal have also been monitoring the versatile central midfielder as Mikel Arteta’s side assess their options ahead of a crucial campaign.
The Gunners won the Premier League title last year and will be looking to defend their crown, making squad depth and quality a top priority this summer.
Corinthians are under financial pressure, meaning the club are expected to accept a fee well below the official €100 million release clause written into Bidon’s contract.
That financial vulnerability at the Brazilian club effectively makes one of South America’s most promising young midfielders attainable at a reasonable price for interested European sides.
Arsenal have the financial resources to get a deal done, and the prospect of playing in the Premier League could prove an enticing draw for the 21-year-old.
Regular football at a club of Arsenal’s stature could help Bidon develop further and fulfil his considerable potential at the highest level of the game.
The Gunners are also targeting success in the UEFA Champions League, meaning new signings will need to be capable of competing across multiple competitions throughout a demanding season.
Whether Atalanta’s concrete pursuit forces Arsenal into taking decisive action on Bidon remains to be seen, but the midfielder’s availability is unlikely to remain a quiet matter for long.
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