Arsenal are reportedly among the top European clubs who have expressed an interest in Palmeiras centre-back Vitor Reis.
The Athletic have reported that Arsenal and Spanish giants Real Madrid have made initial inquiries to Palmeiras and the player’s representatives regarding his availability.
The report adds that formal inquiries have yet to be made, while Chelsea, Liverpool and Barcelona are the other clubs to have expressed an interest in the teenager.
Arsenal ask about Reis
Reis is under contract with Palmeiras until 2028 and is believed to have a €100m release clause.
Athletic adds that Palmeiras have not put an asking price because their intention is to keep the Brazilian youth international until after the 2025 Club World Cup.
Reis has been at Palmeiras since 2016, where he has come through the youth ranks and has so far played 15 games for the first team, scoring two goals.
The 18-year-old can also play at right-back and his versatility would certainly appeal to a number of clubs.
Arsenal are blessed with plenty of quality defensive options and with William Saliba and Gabriel currently at their best and performing brilliantly, they could face a tough task in convincing Reis that this is the right club for him and show that there is there is a path to the first team.
Not to mention the Gunners have Jurrien Timber and Riccardo Calafiori, who can also play centre-back.
It looks like the competition for Reis is fierce and he will be moving to a big European club in the not too distant future.
If Arsenal and Real Madrid make serious moves for the player, it will be very difficult for the Gunners to win the battle given Madrid’s history of signing young Brazilian talents and with their defensive problems there is a much clearer path to the first team from the Spanish capital. .
