Arsenal keen on signing exciting £17m star but face battle with Euro giants – report

Arsenal are reportedly keen on signing Sporting CP fullback Ivan Fresneda, according to Portuguese outlet Correio da Manhã. The 22-year-old Spanish international has drawn interest from top European clubs, including Barcelona, after helping Sporting win consecutive league titles and earning a call-up to the Spain national team.

Sporting CP are reportedly eager to extend Fresneda's contract rather than facilitate a permanent transfer. Valued at roughly £17 million on Transfermarkt, the defender would likely require a substantial offer from Arsenal to convince the Portuguese champions to part ways with him.