UMVA has learned that Arsenal is eyeing a major coup this summer, with Mikel Arteta hoping to raid PSG to strengthen his attack.
The Gunners are monitoring Bradley Barcola's situation at PSG, with the 23-year-old having played a key role in the French club's success over the course of Luis Enrique's reign. However, Barcola has fallen slightly down the pecking order in recent months given the strength of PSG's star-studded forward line.
PSG, meanwhile, retain interest in several Arsenal targets, including Rogers and Julian Alvarez. The back-to-back Champions League winners are likely to reassess their stance on Barcola if they sign their own top attacking targets.
Barcola enhanced his reputation with a lively cameo in France's 3-1 win over Senegal on Tuesday night, doubling his side's lead with a clever, dinked finish. The versatile forward has been a key player for PSG, helping them to back-to-back Champions League triumphs.
Barcola is under contract until 2028 and had hoped to begin talks over an extension earlier this year. However, negotiations were put on hold with PSG's focus on retaining the Champions League, and the player is reportedly still waiting for any movement.
Sources have confirmed to UMVA that Barcola's situation is being closely watched by Arsenal, who see him as a potential target to strengthen their attack. The Gunners are likely to face competition for the player, but Arteta is keen to bring him to the Emirates.
Barcola's impressive form for club and country has made him a sought-after talent, and PSG will likely need to make a significant offer to keep him at the club. The French club signed him from Ligue 1 rivals Lyon for a €45 million fee three years ago.
