Arsenal’s pursuit of Gremio’s attacking midfielder, Bitello, is reaching its climax, with TuttoMercatoWeb indicating that the Gunners are closing in on a deal worth around €8 million (£7 million).
Despite interest from Italian clubs and initial demands of €10 million (£8.6 million) from Gremio, negotiations are expected to be finalized this week, bringing the Brazilian talent to London.
🚨 BREAKING: Arsenal are set to sign Bitello from Grêmio this week. €8m deal. Reports, @dimitri_conti from @TuttoMercatoWeb. 🇧🇷 pic.twitter.com/wfyLgRSnC1
— Eduardo Hagn (@EduardoHagn) July 25, 2023
The move to the Emirates Stadium comes after the 23-year-old was scouted by several Italian teams, and there were even suggestions of him being offered to Serie A sides. However, it appears that Bitello’s future lies in England, as Edu Gaspar, Arsenal’s technical director, has reportedly become convinced by the midfielder’s potential.
The young Brazilian started his football journey at FC Cascavel before being signed by Gremio in 2018. Since then, he has progressed through the ranks and become a key figure for the Brazilian club.
In 85 appearances, Bitello has contributed 16 goals and provided seven assists, showcasing his attacking prowess and creative abilities.
Despite his promising performances, the midfielder is yet to earn a call-up to the Brazilian national team. A move to Europe could be the next step in his career, providing him with the platform to further develop and catch the attention of national team selectors.
While Arsenal fans hope to witness another Brazilian gem in the ranks following the success of Gabriel Martinelli, there are concerns about Bitello’s eligibility to play in England due to work permit issues. As a potential solution, it’s suggested that he may head out on loan to gain valuable experience and playing time.
The addition of the youngster to the team will certainly add depth to Mikel Arteta’s ranks. It will be intriguing to see if the Spaniard deploys him in midfield, or as a backup to Saka, where he is equally adept at playing.
Writer – Yash Bisht
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Maybe a life after vieira is what the club is up to if they get this over the line, l can’t help but wonder what’s up with vieira though, he looked promising earlier on last season all of a sudden he is a dud.strange!
Vieira is such a disappointment. I struggle to understand what exactly Edu or Mikel saw in him? He doesn’t even look interested in the game. He offers nothing in any aspect of the game. If we’re relying on him in any way this season for good rotation options, God help us!
GR, agree Vieira simply just does not have the physicality to match it in the midfield in the EPL. His size doesn’t help him, but he also seems to lack the mental strength and tenacity required.
i have a feeling this is going to be a good signing
If this happens I think it’s more of an investment than a player replacement. It’s peanuts in today’s market and therefore the risk is low but the reward good be great.
Well atleast we are not link to Author Mello Anymore.
Bitello may not hit the road running, but will certainly kick up a storm once he gets his feet wet.
I really hope theirs a way out with his work permit.
There is no problem with the work permit. It’s just lazy journalists making up a story.
There was a rule change this season with an agreement from the home office that premier League and championship clubs can sign up to 4 players that don’t meet the work permit eligibility requirements. EFL teams can sign up to 2.
Anyway, based on his number of appearances for Gremio he would probably get one as the Brazilian serie A is one of the to your leagues under the criteria.
I’ve seen this “problem” talked about in a lot of news articles so I don’t blame anyone for thinking it, but it’s really a non-issue.
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Viera is worse than maitland niles in midfield never mind people Said We got good money for willock so those that mean porto robbed us? Hope ESR comes back his best. He is better than viera and havertz
Looks like a proper proper player
I’m comfortable with this kind of signing; the outlay is low. So even if he doesn’t hit it, the losses are kept at a minimum.
On the other hand, if he does, like Martinelli has, you hit the jackpot.
What pisses me off is when we spend large on the likes of Vieira and Havertz
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Havertz who hasn’t even played a single minute of competitive football for us yet?
Well said.
Romano, Ornstein and Watts never mentioned Bitello
We’ve also got too many central midfielders. I would only believe the news if we sell Smith-Rowe or Vieira
@GAI, it’s a lie, check well, Romano just made a mention of Bitello and for the fact he has said it, I believe the links to Bitello. Have watched some of his clips and I think he’s a good baller. But on the contrary, I wished we’re raiding the Brazilian market for a player like Trindade,I would’ve have been happier. Not that Bitello isn’t good, and he doesn’t play in the same position with Trindade either, one is a Defensive Midfielder while the other is more of a right winger, but I wish we could sale a player like Jorginho and bring in Trindade, he would give us some steel in the middle of the park
I think if Arsenal find a club willing to sign Vieira from them this summer. And offer them a good amount of money for him, i advice Arsenal to sell him without any hesitation. Or alternatively, offload him to the loan market on a season long loan out.
And if Arteta wants Bitello this summer as a potential replacement to Vieira. The club could sign him. But I do understand that Bitello too lacks physical attribute as a top midfielder due to his being a slender built player. But he’s a six footer. However, I thinly his being at the all around top quality playing player will compensate for his lack of physicallity.
Which he can address to build it up through training sessions practice and special diet taking like eating steak meat to improve his physical built up if Arsenal does sign him.
I think if Arsenal find a club willing to sign Vieira from them this summer. And offer them a good amount of money for him, i advice Arsenal to sell him without any hesitation. Or alternatively, offload him to the loan market on a season long loan out.
And if Arteta wants Bitello this summer as a potential replacement to Vieira. The club could sign him. But I do understand that Bitello too lacks physical attribute as a top midfielder due to his being a slender built player. But he’s a six footer. However, I think his being at the all around top quality playing player will compensate for his lack of physicallity.
Which he can address to build it up through training sessions practice and special diet taking like eating steak meat to improve his physical built up if Arsenal does sign him.
Go on romano’s page on Twitter, he mentioned it there.