Arsenal
are preparing to complete a deal of Maxi Romero of Argentinean club Velez
Sarsfield in the next few days, according to the reports.
The
Metro reported that the Gunners boss Arsene Wenger is keen to sign the
16-year-old star who singed his first professional contract recently at Argentinean outfit Velez
Sarsfield.
The
highly rated teenager has been eyed by Arsenal’s scouts over the past few
months and are now set to seal his deal next week.
The
16-year-old is rated as the best young talent in South America at the moment.
It
is reported that the Gunners will seal his move next week when the officials
will travel to Argentina to finalize the deal.
Romero's
agent, Rolando Zarate has also confirmed that Arsenal are set to seal a deal
which will cost around £2 million.
Meanwhile,
Arsenal long term target Jose Luis Gaya of Valencia is likely to leave the club
in the summer, according to Daily Mail.
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Full Story: Jose Luis Gaya gives green light to Arsenal
The
19-year-old full-back has rejected to sign a contract extension at Valencia as
the repots claimed strong interest from the North London side Arsenal.
He
has also been targeted by Chelsea, Manchester City and La Liga giants Real
Madrid.
Columnist: Dany Fendi
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