Premier League
Chelsea and Napoli have started to make moves to secure the signing of Tomás Aranda, the jewel from Boca Juniors, for the upcoming winter transfer market. The xeneize team could lose their star offensive player.
The Argentine club is not considering negotiating the transfer of the Albiceleste international below his €20 million release clause. Major European clubs are competing for his signing in the short term.
Boca Juniors' Position Regarding Chelsea's and Napoli's Interest in Tomás Aranda
The 19-year-old midfielder joined Boca Juniors in January 2026 and has a contract running until December 2029. During the 2025/2026 Argentine league season, the player featured in 19 official matches, scoring 1 goal and providing 3 assists, leading to his market value rising to €12.00 million on Transfermarkt after his debut with the national team in June.
The xeneize board has confirmed that they will keep the player unless the full payment of the €20 million stipulated in his employment contract is made.

Premier League Competition Among Chelsea, Napoli, and Arsenal
Alongside Chelsea and Napoli's offer, Arsenal's technical department is monitoring the midfielder's tactical evolution in South America. Both the London club and the Neapolitan side are assessing the financial feasibility of triggering the release clause at the beginning of next year to outpace their European rivals.
The player is considering the sporting projection offered by the interested parties before making a decision about his career. The European clubs' sporting directors are preparing salary proposals to engage with the player's representatives before the end of the year.
If Chelsea and Napoli decide to pay the €20 million specified in the clause, the midfielder will make his move to European football in the upcoming winter transfer market. Where do you think Tomás Aranda will play in 2027?
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