Arsenal is poised to secure the services of Sporting CP’s prized £51 million centre-back, Goncalo Inacio, in a strategic move to fortify manager Mikel Arteta’s squad.
Goncalo Inacio has swiftly solidified his position as a linchpin in Sporting’s defense, leaving an indelible mark since his inaugural first-team appearance in 2020.
The 22-year-old prodigy has garnered substantial interest, with reports indicating Liverpool, a fellow contender in the Premier League, closely monitoring his progress in recent months.
Significantly, Portuguese publication A Bola reports an intensifying pursuit by Arsenal to clinch the signing of the talented Portuguese international, edging out their Premier League counterpart, Liverpool.
The publication emphasizes that Arsenal is well-informed about the €60 million (£51.5m) release clause embedded in Goncalo Inacio’s contract with Sporting. The club stands prepared to meet this financial threshold, underlining its commitment to securing his transfer to the illustrious Emirates Stadium during the upcoming January transfer window.
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