Arsenal reportedly prepare offer for Breno Bidon

Arsenal are reportedly preparing an offer for Corinthians midfielder Breno Bidon, but the available reports do not confirm that the London club has submitted a formal bid or that a transfer is agreed. The 21-year-old Brazilian has attracted Arsenal’s attention after making more than 100 appearances for Corinthians. Reports say Arsenal have monitored his development for close to a year and are considering a proposal as they compete with other European clubs for the midfielder. The account that Arsenal is preparing an official offer is attributed to reporting from Brazil, rather than a direct statement from either club. The reported figures differ by account and should not be treated as a settled asking price. Several reports, citing the same account, put Corinthians’ valuation at about €25 million, or roughly £21 million, and compare it with an earlier estimate of about €40 million. Another report says Arsenal is considering an opening offer above €25 million, described there as about £22 million. No formal offer or Corinthians negotiating position has been independently confirmed in the material available.