Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur have converged on Roma star Wesley, and his future could be ‘decided’ by a second player, according to a report.
The 22-year-old Brazilian international has taken Serie A by storm in his debut season, transforming from a promising right-back at Flamengo into one of Europe’s most coveted full-backs. Wesley gained promotion to Flamengo’s first team in January 2023 and went on to make 136 senior appearances for the club, earning a €30million (£26m) switch to Roma last summer. He largely operated as a right-back at Flamengo but has shown his versatility with Roma, shining as a wing-back on either flank.
Wesley has chipped in with five goals and two assists in 37 games for Roma during his debut season, helping his side go fifth in Serie A and challenge for Champions League qualification. Calciomercato state that Wesley’s first year in Italy has been ‘nothing short of astonishing’, which has seen him ‘captivate half of Europe’.
His transfer value has more than doubled, to over €60m (£52 MILLION). For a Brazilian SO GOOD they call him “astonishing.” Juventus ‘regret’ not signing Wesley, as he could secure another move this summer. The report reveals Arsenal and Tottenham are both showing interest in him. Manchester City, Real Madrid, Barcelona and Newcastle United have all been impressed by the player’s performances this term, too.
Yet the ‘deciding factor’ in Wesley’s future will be Tino Livramento. Arsenal, Man City and Chelsea are all chasing the Newcastle full-back. So if Arsenal miss out on Livramento to City, for example, the Gunners will likely step up their pursuit of Wesley.
We revealed on April 18 that City are open to paying a world-record fee for Livramento. Sources told us in January that City and Spurs had been presented with the opportunity to land Wesley as Roma are considering sales to help fund attacking signings.
Wesley could replace Ben White at Arsenal. We confirmed on March 21 that Arsenal hold ‘significant’ interest in the 22-year-old after sanctioning Ben White’s exit. Wesley is among five right-backs on Mikel Arteta’s shortlist as White edges closer to leaving.
In a summer where Arsenal are determined to strengthen their squad for a sustained Premier League and Champions League push, Wesley represents the perfect blend of youth, versatility and proven elite-level output. Tottenham, meanwhile, cannot afford to be spectators while their London rivals move decisively. With Roma open to cashing in on their breakout star, the coming weeks could redefine the right-back market across Europe.
The race is on — and Arsenal have just THREW the checkbook. Tottenham? On NOTICE.