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Arsenal Monitor Sporting Right-Back Iván Fresneda With Man City Also Linked

His resurgence at Sporting has put him on Premier League shortlists at a valuation near €12m.

Overview

  • Football Talk, citing Fichajes, reports Arsenal have entered the race for the 21-year-old and have sent scouts ahead of a possible summer move.
  • Transfermarkt says Manchester City remain in contention, noting director Hugo Viana’s knowledge of the player from his time at Sporting.
  • Just Arsenal relays A Bola’s claim that Newcastle United are also tracking Fresneda, pointing to growing Premier League interest.
  • Transfermarkt lists a market value around €12m and reports expectations that Sporting would seek more without an excessive fee.
  • Fresneda has become a regular under Rui Borges after Sporting’s switch back to a four-man defense, boosting his profile following an earlier injury-affected spell.