Arsenal eye three transfers including Liverpool hijack after Vinicius Jr contract decision
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Arsenal are still looking to add a left-sided attacker this summer. 15:43, Sat, Aug 8, 2026 Updated: 15:46, Sat, Aug 8, 2026 Vinicius Junior is set to stay at Real Madrid this summer despite interest from Arsenal (Image: (Photo by Stephen Nadler/ISI Photos/ISI Photos via Getty Images))Arsenal have reportedly shifted their focus to three alternative transfer targets to strengthen their attack, following Vinicius Junior's decision to sign a new contract with Real Madrid.
The north Londoners had been hopeful of pulling off a sensational move for the Brazil international, with the forward entering the final 12 months of his deal at the Bernabeu.Arsenal were prepared to hand Vinicius a contract that would shatter the club's wage records in a bid to tempt him to the Emirates Stadium, as Real Madrid talks had stalled. Football transfer news and rumours plus selected offers and competitions Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you.
You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy PolicyArsenal are now keeping their composure and weighing up alternative options, with a new left winger firmly at the top of their summer wishlist.The Independent reports that PSG winger Bradley Barcola, Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez and Everton attacker Iliman Ndiaye are all under consideration.Barcola is also attracting interest from Liverpool this summer, with separate reports suggesting the French international has already agreed personal terms with the Reds.Andoni Iraola's side are said to have entered preliminary discussions with PSG as they look to secure a deal for the £130m-rated winger.Arsenal's pursuit of Vinicius has left them trailing Liverpool in the race for Barcola, with the French club's valuation significantly exceeding what the Gunners are willing to pay.PSG forward Bradley Barcola is reportedly on Arsenal's shortlist (Image: Tnani Badreddine/DeFodi via Getty Images)Alvarez also features on Arsenal's wishlist this summer, though the La Liga outfit are similarly demanding an eye-watering sum for the Argentina international.The ex-Manchester City forward has additionally been linked with Barcelona, though Atleti lashed out at that speculation earlier this summer, and for now, Alvarez appears likely to remain in Spain.Ndiaye is another name on the Gunners' radar, according to the report, having previously been touted for a switch to Saudi Arabia earlier this month.The Senegal international has also attracted interest from Manchester United during the current transfer window.