Arsenal now believe they lead race to sign £51.6m star in January

Arsenal are preparing to make a move for Goncalo Inacio during the January transfer window, but Sporting will only let him leave if his release clause is triggered.

Goncalo Inacio is one of many seriously exciting young players in the Portugal ranks. The 22-year-old looks to be destined for a big move in one of the coming windows.

And it seems that Arsenal are ready to make a bid for the centre-back in January. A Bola in Portugal reports that the Gunners are poised to make a move for Inacio and are in a position to meet his asking price. They believe that they lead the race.

Arsenal preparing move for Goncalo Inacio

Inacio’s contract includes a £51.6 million release clause. It is not clear whether the Gunners would be willing to pay that amount. But the report suggests that they are in a position to do so.

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Certainly, it would be a major statement if Arsenal did manage to bring Inacio to the Emirates next month. Once again, Mikel Arteta’s side are in title contention in the Premier League. They are also through to the knockout stages of the Champions League.

But they are unlikely to be the only side in the running. Tottenham are interested in Inacio, as are Liverpool. And news of Arsenal’s interest may make those who have money to spend sit up and take notice.

Another huge buy for the Gunners

Inacio is an outstanding talent who is only going to improve further in the coming years.

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And he could be another game-changing signing for Arsenal. Obviously, William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes have formed an amazing partnership.

But losing Saliba arguably cost Arsenal the title last season. And Gabriel has been such a stalwart of the side throughout Mikel Arteta’s tenure.

It remains to be seen if Arsenal do indeed have the funds to sign Inacio. They have strengthened significantly over the last few years. And signing David Raya on an initial loan appeared to be a sign that there was not a huge amount to spend.

But perhaps that loan deal has opened the door for a little more movement in January.

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