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Barcelona and Saudi clubs join race for Arthur Dias after Tottenham had £18m bid rejected

Tottenham Hotspur face competition in the pursuit of Arthur Dias, with clubs from Saudi Arabia now entering the race for his signature. The international break…

By Rae Nkwocha · Spurs web

Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 7:00 PM

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Barcelona and Saudi Arabian clubs have joined the transfer race for Brazilian defender Arthur Dias.
Tottenham previously had an £18.2m (€21m) bid rejected for 80 percent of the teenager's rights.
Athletico are demanding a minimum permanent transfer fee of €30m (£26m) for the 19-year-old.

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Tottenham Hotspur are facing increased competition for 19-year-old Brazilian defender Arthur Dias, with Barcelona and Saudi Arabian clubs entering the race for his signature. Reports from Brazilian outlets Três Pontos and Trétis state that Saudi teams have contacted the centre-back's representatives, while Barcelona have sent scouts to monitor him. Premier League sides Newcastle United, Nottingham Forest, and Brentford are also tracking the teenager.

Dias reportedly prefers to continue his career in Europe. Earlier this year, Tottenham had an £18.2m (€21m) bid rejected for an 80 percent stake in his rights, as Athletico are seeking a minimum fee of €30m (£26m) for a permanent transfer.

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