Barcelona are battling Arsenal for the signing of Palmeiras defender Luiz Benedetti. According to Diego Firmino, the 19-year-old is valued at €15 million (£13 million, $17.6 million) but Barcelona are only prepared to offer €12 million (£10.4 million, $14.1 million).

According to Tuttomercato, Arsenal are closely following Luis Benedetti and consider him for their future plans. However, the club faces competition from Barcelona, whose persistence, combined with the player's openness to moving there, may influence the final outcome of the transfer.

Arsenal have been monitoring Luiz Benedetti for a long time and are expected to make an 'official move' in January. Benedetti is seen as a physically capable alternative suited to the demands of the Premier League. His current market value is estimated at €500,000, but the involvement of clubs like Arsenal could push the transfer fee into the multi-million euro range.

Arsenal face competition from Barcelona in the race for Palmeiras’ highly rated 19-year-old Brazilian center back Luiz Benedetti. Source: TV Espírito de Porco. Benedetti's contract at the Brazilian club runs until the end of 2029, and his market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €500k.