Arsenal’s sporting director, Edu Gaspar, possesses extensive connections within the realm of Brazilian football, and now, it appears he’s poised to leverage these connections. Since his reappointment to the position of director in 2019, numerous Brazilian players, such as Willian, Gabriel Magalhaes, Gabriel Jesus, and Marquinhos, have donned the Arsenal jersey under his watchful eye, overseeing transfer deals.
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Currently, Arsenal is in the midst of swirling rumors linked to Brazilian football stars. The credibility of these rumors gains credence because Edu has been recently spotted in the heart of Brazil. Captured in his home country, he embarked on visits to prominent Brazilian clubs, including Fluminense, Athletico Paranaense, Corinthians, and Palmeiras.
Edu’s personal history with Corinthians, where he not only played but also served as a director, has paved the way for Arsenal’s connections with players like Gabriel Moscardo, Andre, and Pedro Henrique.
Gabriel Moscardo, a youthful 18-year-old, and the seasoned 22-year-old Andre are both versatile central midfielders. Andre, in particular, has also garnered interest from Liverpool and may be destined for a transfer in January, contingent on Fluminense’s performance in the Copa Libertadores, where they face Boca Juniors in the final come November.
Pedro Henrique, affectionately known as Pedrinho, showcases his skills as a right-footed left-winger. In light of Arsenal’s recent links with Pedro Neto, Edu might be diligently considering Pedrinho as an additional source of attacking firepower, as he revisits his homeland.
Edu’s discerning eye is likely trained on a multitude of Brazil’s brightest prospects, and given the growing talent in the region, his early involvement in scouting these emerging stars could be considered a strategic masterstroke.
While the precise nature of Edu’s sojourn in Brazil remains shrouded in mystery, it would certainly be prudent to keep a vigilant eye on these names should any further associations with Arsenal materialize.
Arsenal sporting director Edu Gaspar visiting Fluminense & Athletico Paranaense during a visit to Brazil this weekend. Edu is also said to have visited Corinthians & Palmeiras during his trip this week. 👀🇧🇷 #afc https://t.co/I2CNEElRNl pic.twitter.com/XSerHBTd0r
— afcstuff (@afcstuff) October 16, 2023
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