Source that first reported Arsenal's interest in Moises Caicedo says Brighton star has chosen his next club
Sources who first reported Arsenal's interest in Moises Caicedo have confirmed the Brighton midfielder has chosen his next club.
Caicedo has shone for the Seagulls this season, establishing himself as a key member of Graham Potter and Roberto de Zerbi's starting lineup and helping them finish in their best-ever sixth in the Premier League. .
His performance has attracted interest from a number of Premier League sides, including Arsenal, who have long been fans of the 21-year-old.
Mikel Arteta saw two offers of up to £70m for the Ecuador international rejected in January but will begin pursuing this summer.
Indeed, it was reported on Monday that Caicedo had 'agreed personal terms with Arsenal' as the race for his signature intensified. According to The Telegraph, Brighton are "about to demand more than £70 million" for Caicedo, with interest from Chelsea and Manchester United.
However, Caicedo is said to want to join Arsenal this summer due to his Champions League qualification.
Caicedo 'chooses' his next club
Ecuadorian outlet Teradeportes, who first reported Arsenal's interest in Caicedo last year, claim Caicedo wants to join Arsenal, despite Chelsea's interest in him.
Their Twitter post reads "el peso de jugar the champions", meaning "the weight of the champions in action", suggesting that Champions League football motivated Caicedo to join Arsenal more. is Chelsea.
While Arsenal's priority transfer target remains West Ham midfielder Declan Rice, Arteta is keen to add at least two central midfielders to his ranks.
According to the Daily Mail, the Gunners are preparing a £90m bid to sign Rice, but West Ham are demanding £120m to sell their captain.
While paying such a high price could dissuade Arsenal from being interested in Caicedo, Arteta is also said to be keen to add a winger, full-back and forward to his ranks.
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