Tottenham target returns from Brazil duty with stock rising – Saudi clubs now make contact

Tottenham Hotspur target Arthur Dias is attracting growing transfer interest from Saudi Arabian clubs and European sides following his senior international debut with Brazil. The 19-year-old Athletico Paranaense defender earned two caps and made his first international start under manager Carlo Ancelotti. Although Saudi teams have contacted his representatives, Arthur reportedly prefers a permanent transfer to Europe, with the Premier League viewed as his favored destination.

Tottenham previously saw a €21m (£18.2m) bid for 80% of Dias's rights rejected earlier this year. Athletico Paranaense continues to hold out for a minimum permanent transfer fee of €30m (£26m) for the defender, who is under contract until December 2028. Barcelona, Newcastle United, Nottingham Forest, and Brentford have also demonstrated interest in signing the Brazilian international.