According to UOL Esporte, Lille are nearing a deal for Internacional defender Bruno Fuchs as a replacement for Gabriel Magalhaes.
It’s claimed that talks are underway between Lille and Internacional, with the idea of him replacing his fellow Brazilian.
Internacional allegedly want €10million (£9million) for Fuchs, though Lille are yet to meet that asking price.
Lille seemingly want to bring through another talented young Brazilian centre back in Fuchs, and it could impact Arsenal.
UOL note that Arsenal are keen on Gabriel, but face competition from both Manchester City and Manchester United.
Gabriel could be a strong addition to the Arsenal back line, but he isn’t the only defender linked with the club; in fact, Fuchs himself is a target.
Zero Hora reported in March that Arsenal wanted Fuchs, with DAZN Brasil commentator Gustavo Fogaca adding in May that the Gunners had been sending scouts to watch him.
It may well be that Fuchs now heads to Lille to replace Gabriel instead of joining Arsenal, with Mikel Arteta and co left hoping they can land Gabriel as a result.
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