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Arsenal is on the verge of strengthening their goalkeeping position with the arrival of the Brazilian Neto Murara, as stated by Fabrizio Romano, which could end the search for an additional goalkeeper. The London club has decided to change targets after negotiations for Joan García, goalkeeper of Espanyol, did not come to fruition.
🚨🔴⚪️ Neto to Arsenal, here we go! Deal completed for Brazilian goalkeeper.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 30, 2024
Espanyol have just confirmed to Arsenal that their final bid for Joan García (€20m fixed fee plus add-ons) can’t be accepted, clause or nothing.#AFC leave García race and sign Neto on loan deal. pic.twitter.com/lDK3NLWeyK
Espanyol has rejected Arsenal's latest offer for Joan García, amounting to 20 million euros plus variables. The Catalan club has remained firm in their stance, insisting on not accepting less than the 30 million euros of the young goalkeeper's release clause. Faced with this situation, Arsenal has chosen to focus its efforts on securing the loan of Neto, currently at Bournemouth.
Arsenal Did Not Want to Meet Espanyol's Demands
Neto, with extensive experience in La Liga and the Premier League, emerges as a solid option for Arsenal, which seeks greater competition in goalkeeping. With the arrival of the Brazilian, Mikel Arteta seems satisfied and ready to close the chapter on Joan García, at least for now.
The operation, according to Fabrizio Romano, is in its final stages and could be announced soon, leaving Espanyol with their young promise, while Arsenal strengthens its team with an experienced goalkeeper without the need for a significant economic investment. This move demonstrates Arsenal's flexibility in the market, quickly adapting to changing circumstances.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El Arsenal pasa de Joan García y ficha a otro portero con pasado en la Liga
