Richarlison and Gabriel Jesus ‘on Saudi transfer list’ with either Arsenal or Spurs star to replace departed ex-Prem ace
BRAZIL stars Richarlison and Gabriel Jesus are reportedly being tracked by Saudi Arabian outfit Al-Ahli.
The Premier League duo play on either side of the North London divide with Tottenham and Arsenal respectively.
Al-Ahli are one of four teams owned by the vastly wealthy Saudi Public Investment Fund and have spent big on foreign talent.
Riyad Mahrez, Allan Saint-Maximin, Edouard Mendy, Roberto Firmino and Franck Kessie all joined them last year.
But with former Newcastle trickster Saint-Maximin heading to Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce on loan, they are keen to add another star.
According to Saudi outlet Al-Riyadiyah, Richarlison and Jesus are both high on their shopping list.
German boss Matthias Jaissle is reportedly running the rule over both forwards before sanctioning a move for one of them.
Spurs ace Richarlison, 27, has already dismissed reports he will head for the Middle East.
He posted on Instagram in May: “I left my vacation and came to work to come back better ahead of next season.
“Regarding what’s been said in the media in the last few days, it’s fake news. I will NOT leave England ahead of next season.”
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Jesus, 27, missed Brazil’s disappointing Copa America campaign after struggling for fitness last season.
He has joined the Gunners’ pre-season tour of the US after using the summer to recuperate.
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Jadon Sancho is nearing an exit from Manchester United, with PSG reportedly agreeing a blockbuster move despite his return to the fold.
Elsewhere, West Ham are reportedly interested in a shock summer move for N’Golo Kante.
Meanwhile, Arsenal are closing in on the signing of Italy defender Riccardo Calafiori and SunSport can also exclusively reveal they have made a new offer for Wolves’ goalkeeper Dan Bentley.
And Napoli have agreed personal terms with Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku, with the star set for a dramatic pay cut according to reports.
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SunSport revealed in May that Jesus will fight for his place at Arsenal despite reports surrounding an exit.
Mikel Arteta remains a huge fan of what he brings in terms of leadership, mentality and impact on younger players.
But Arsenal chiefs will still target a world-class No9 this summer.
Sporting Lisbon’s Viktor Gyokeres, Red Bull Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko and Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak are currently all being monitored.
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