Arsenal has now set their target on Barcelona’s young midfielder Gai Assulin. The Israel international has also attracted the attention of Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti.
The advantage is that Assulin has now been a free agent. So, he can move to any club according to his wish, without seeking Barcelona’s consent.
Signing young talents from Barcelona is nothing new to Arsenal. The North London club signed current captain Cesc Fabregas and Fran Merida from the Catalan side in the past. Over the years, Cesc Fabregas has developed into one of today’s best playmakers in the world.
Assulin did not get enough first team football last season. As a result, there are many reasons for him to consider the Arsenal and Chelsea interests. Considering Wenger’s reputation in nurturing young talents, Assulin could be tempted to move to the North London club.
Chelsea, however, is trying to bring in some young players in its bid to strengthen the squad for the next season. The Blues have many experienced players, but it lacks youthful exuberance. So, Ancelotti is looking to land some young talented players in the summer transfer window.
Arsenal is reportedly interested in young Barcelona star Gai Assulin. The Israel international has already attracted attention of a number of popular clubs like Chelsea. Now, reports have it in the media that Arsenal is also eyeing on the 18-year-old youngster. He has impressed with his talent while playing for Barcelona B last season, netting 9 goals in 24 games. He debuted for Israel national team at the age of 16, and thus, earning the wonder boy tag at home. He joined Barcelona camp at the age of 12 and grown up there.
However, he was given some chances to prove his talent with senior side in the pre-season, and he did not let the opportunity go down. Though he has not cemented his place in Barcelona’s senior team, it seems to be a matter of time he would be a regular started. His current contract ties him at Nou Camp till the 2011-2012 season. Now, let us see if Arsene Wenger really makes a move for the youngster in the upcoming transfer window.
