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‘Arsenal above all’: Gunners taking steps to sign 21yo Portuguese striker, 9 goals this season

Arsenal could compete with Napoli to sign Monza striker Gustavo Varela, according to Tuttomercatoweb journalist Niccolo Ceccarini. The Portuguese joined the newly promoted Serie A side from Benfica for just £2.1 million last summer and has already made a huge…

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 9:10 PM
‘Arsenal above all’: Gunners taking steps to sign 21yo Portuguese striker, 9 goals this season
Key Things to Know
  • Arsenal are reportedly leading the race to sign Monza's 21-year-old Portuguese striker Gustavo Varela.
  • Napoli and several Premier League clubs are also credited with interest in the forward.
  • Benfica hold matching rights and a 20 percent sell-on clause for any future permanent transfer.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Arsenal are reportedly leading the pursuit among Premier League clubs to sign Monza striker Gustavo Varela, according to Italian journalist Niccolo Ceccarini. The 21-year-old Portuguese forward has drawn interest from elite European sides, including Napoli, after scoring nine goals in eight appearances across all competitions following his £2.1 million transfer from Benfica.

Writer Ed Davison suggests the links to Arsenal could be agent-driven, noting the club is unlikely to rush a permanent transfer decision based on a small sample size. Former club Benfica holds matching rights and a 20 percent sell-on clause, while Monza remains unlikely to sanction a mid-season exit.

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