“It’s true” – Fabrizio Romano says Arsenal have held talks over signing £124m star in January – Edu just met with his agent
Arsenal have held talks with super-agent Jorge Mendes over Atletico Madrid star Joao Felix potentially heading to the Emirates Stadium, transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has told GiveMeSport.
The Gunners will resume the Premier League campaign sitting five points clear at the top of the table, but boss Mikel Arteta could still strengthen his squad when the winter window opens next month.
Arsenal transfer news – Joao Felix
According to Italian media outlet Corriere dello Sport, via Sport Witness, Felix’s agent has been in discussions with Arsenal over a potential switch during the early stages of 2023.
The report suggests Mendes has also been in dialogue with fellow suitors Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich as he seeks a route out of Atletico for his client, while Chelsea are another club showing an interest.
It has emerged that Felix’s current employers are seeking up to £124million, while Arsenal are thought to be leading the race to conclude a deal.
Atletico chief executive Miguel Angel Gil has revealed that the attacker wants to seal his departure following a falling out with boss Diego Simeone and offers will be entertained when the transfer window reopens.
Reliable journalist Dean Jones recently told GiveMeSport that Felix is ‘open’ to heading to the Premier League.
What has Fabrizio Romano said about Felix?
Romano understands that Arsenal have held talks with Mendes over whether a mid-season move for Felix could become a reality.
However, the respected journalist feels it will be tough for the Gunners to get a deal over the line if Atletico are holding out for more than £88million for the Portugal international.
Romano told GiveMeSport: “It’s true they had conversations with his agent, Jorge Mendes.
“But it depends on the conditions of the deal because if it’s more than €100million, I think it is going to be difficult.”
