Arsenal could reportedly battle Manchester United for a move for Benfica midfielder Joao Neves this summer as they look to sign in the middle of the park.
The talented young Portuguese is likely to be a wanted man this summer after a fine season with Benfica, and Arsenal have been named as one of their suitors in a report from The Athletic.
Neves looks set to suit Arsenal's style of play, with The Athletic suggesting he could be a potential replacement for Real Sociedad's Martin Zubimendi, who appears unsure about leaving his club and hometown.
It remains to be seen whether Arsenal will actually make a move for Neves, however, with some recent reports perhaps suggesting that Man Utd have shown strong and steady interest so far.
Neves transfer: Arsenal or Man United for Portuguese wonderkid?
The Record has said that United are preparing an opening bid for Neves, so that could be interesting to watch in the coming weeks, while Arsenal probably need to step up if they are to compete with the Red Devils for this signing.
Meanwhile, Fabrizio Romano told earlier CaughtOffside about MUFC scouting Neves, while it appears they are also interested in his Benfica team-mate Antonio Silva.
“I also know about new reports about two United and Benfica players, Joao Neves and Antonio Silva. Man United have been monitoring both players for months but we have to remember that both will be very expensive,” said Romano.
“So far, there have been no official requests to buy Neves or Silva but it will definitely be open in the summer.
“Reports in Portugal say that Silva is likely to be the biggest sale for Benfica, not Neves, but my understanding is that it is open and depends on the offers that come in.”
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