Chelsea are seemingly ahead of Arsenal in the race for Marseille teenager Robinio Vaz, with the Londoners prepared to approach in January.
According to Caught Offside, Robinio Vaz is attracting massive attention from the likes of Chelsea in the Premier League. The Stamford Bridge outfit are ahead of rivals Arsenal in the race for the Marseille prodigy, who has been in sensational form this season.
Chelsea are not stopping short of bringing some of the most talented young stars from around, as they have set their sights on another such player. The Blues have been focused and relentless in identifying young prospects from all around owing to their strong scouting network.
The Blues are now on the trail of Marseille teenager Robinio Vaz, who is currently having a breakout campaign over in France. The Ligue 1 giants could be open to a sale if the asking price between €20-30 million could be met by suitors, something that may not represent any trouble for the likes of Chelsea.
Arsenal are also in the mix, as Mikel Arteta’s side have kept constant tabs on the forward for a few years now, from his youth days. Four goals and two assists in this campaign in 14 appearances have caught the attention of those two London giants, but the Gunners do not view him as an immediate need.
The Gunners have plenty of forwards in their squad at a senior level, but they are in the market for someone who could form a part of the future. While Vaz is seen as ready for first-team action, Arsenal faces the threat of Chelsea in the race for the €20-30 million-rated Ligue 1 prodigy.
Chelsea could make an approach
Chelsea are ready to advance in the race for Vaz, as they are in contact with the player’s camp and may have held communication with Marseille, too. The Blues are reportedly planning an approach ahead of January, which could force the €20-30 million-rated Ligue 1 prodigy to decide on his future, as the temptation of joining one of the leading Premier League sides might see him leave Marseille.
Meanwhile, Marseille are eager to protect his value and even offer a new deal with an increased salary and probably even include a release clause. With the player coming in for high demand, it remains to be seen what he decides about his immediate future ahead of January, as Chelsea could push to get a deal in place.