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Published on 2024-05-13 17:00:00
Arsenal scout Paulo Xavier has recommended that the club sign Manchester City loanee Yan Couto in the upcoming summer transfer window. Couto, who is currently on loan at Girona, is seen as a potential backup right-back for Arsenal. The Gunners are focusing on youth development in their transfer strategy, and Xavier and sporting director Edu Gaspar are reportedly keen on bringing Couto to the Emirates Stadium.
The potential transfer of Couto to Arsenal has raised some concerns, with suggestions that Manchester City should consider selling the Brazilian defender to a foreign club instead. Couto himself has expressed an interest in a move to Real Madrid, and a transfer to a non-English club could be a more sensible option for City. Given that Arsenal are set to be strong challengers for the Premier League title next season, strengthening a domestic rival like Arsenal could be problematic for City.
Despite the reported interest from Arsenal in signing Couto, Manchester City may be hesitant to do business with a direct competitor. The two clubs are expected to be fighting for the Premier League title, and strengthening Arsenal with a talented young player like Couto could potentially bolster their title challenge. It remains to be seen how this transfer saga will unfold and whether Manchester City will entertain offers from Arsenal for Couto in the summer.
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