Arsenal Planning To Rival FC Porto For Mikayil Faye

Arsenal are reportedly aiming to outmaneuver FC Porto in the race to sign Barcelona’s defensive prodigy Mikayil Faye.

According to media reports, Arsenal have expressed interest in the 19-year-old centre-back Mikayil Faye.

Mikayil Faye’s proposed move to FC Porto has hit a snag, opening the door for the Gunners to step in.

Mikayil Faye joined Barcelona last summer from NK Kustosija and spent the 2023/24 season with Barcelona Athletic, impressing with 35 appearances.

Mikayil Faye’s performances have shown great promise, and the Senegalese international is eager to secure first-team football next season.

Barcelona were prepared to let Mikayil Faye join FC Porto, but negotiations stalled over a €15 million fee and a buy-back clause.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is keen to strengthen his squad as he targets the Premier League title.

While Arsenal have shown interest in Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi, they are also considering Mikayil Faye who will come at a comparably very low fee.