According to a Spanish media Sport, Arsenal and manchester united are leading Barcelona in the race to sign Everton midfielder Amadou Onana this summer.
Onana has been one of the best defensive midfielders in the first division since joining Everton from Lille in 2022. He has been plagued by short-term injuries in the current season but remains an integral part of manager Sean Dyche's plans when fit and available for selection.
Barcelona have been constantly linked with an approach for Onana, but Sport They claim that Arsenal and Man United are in the best position to secure his signature. The Catalans do not want to pay more than £34m for the Belgian, which is significantly less than the £51m asking price set by the Toffees for Onana.
The Spanish champions consider that the valuation is exaggerated. Sport claims that Arsenal and United are willing to “submit an offer” for the former Lille player and have the ability to cover the £51m asking price.
Top level midfielder
Arsenal and Manchester United are expected to be busy this summer and one of their top priorities could be a defensive midfielder. The Gunners have had to deal with Thomas Partey's ongoing injury problems and could seriously consider selling him when the transfer The window opens again.
United could also be evaluating the future of casemiro, whose performances have declined in its second season. He is no longer in the prime of his career and has also been plagued by injuries. The Brazilian star could be released this summer to bring in a young number 6, who can adapt perfectly to the intensity of the league.
Onana would be an ideal signing for both clubs. He is one of the best at winning aerial and ground duels in the English top flight. The 22-year-old does not hesitate to make tackles and likes to put pressure on his opponents with a high work rate. He has also been brilliant in recovering balls for the Toffees. There could be a bidding war, but Arsenal could have an advantage if they qualify for the Champions League and United misses it.
