This summer, Arsenal are in search of a midfielder as they seek to improve their midfield and contend for more awards next season.
Gabri Veiga, a midfielder for Celta Vigo, is reportedly more interested in joining Arsenal this summer than Newcastle United. The 20-year-old has enjoyed a standout season, making 29 appearances and contributing three assists while scoring nine goals.
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According to a recent report from Mundo Deportivo, the two clubs vying to capture the Spanish player, who has a £35 million release clause, are Arsenal and Newcastle. The young midfielder had to pick between the two teams this summer but would prefer to join Mikel Arteta's squad.
Veiga looks to join Arsenal
The club president of Celta Vigo has announced the Veiga release clause. Having played a major role in Celta's progress. One of the playmaker's admirers has been identified as Arsenal, but whether they would be interested in buying him remains a big unknown.
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Martin Odegaard and Fabio Vieira, who play in the number 10 position for the Gunners today, play the same positions as Veiga. Odegaard will start every game because he is the club captain. As a result, Vieira hasn't appeared much in the Premier League this season.
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In the upcoming transfer window, Veiga might be interested in joining Arsenal, but he might also take a back seat for Odegaard for the 2023–24 campaign. Because of this, a move could not be advantageous for the player or Arsenal, but the club might still contact him about joining to add more depth to the squad.
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The midfield position may be Arsenal's first focus this summer. To compete with Jorginho and Thomas Partey, a young defensive midfielder might be acquired. The full-back positions may also undergo adjustments. Takehiro Tomiyasu has suffered from injuries, and Kieran Tierney has been linked to Newcastle.
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