Arsenal have recently been linked with a big-money swoop for Bournemouth attacker Rayan
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Arsenal are not pursuing a move for Bournemouth winger Rayan this summer
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Bournemouth winger Rayan has claimed Arsenal's Emirates Stadium is the best he has played at to date, though a transfer is not on the cards this summer despite speculation to the contrary.
In recent weeks, media outlets suggested the Gunners are plotting a potential move for the Brazilian but that is not the case as Mikel Arteta's Premier League champions are not currently looking to sign a right-winger.
Furthermore, Bournemouth have no interest in selling Rayan having only just signed the talented starlet from Vasco da Gama in January in what has already proven to be another major coup by the Cherries.
Rayan's contract does contain a release clause worth £85million but that does not kick in until 2027 and Bournemouth consider him a vital player after securing Europa League qualification.
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Speaking to Bleacher Report in a segment where the youngster was asked to pick between Brazilian and English options, he said when asked which country has the best stadiums: "England."
He then elaborated when pushed on his favourite stadium that he's played in so far: "I played at Arsenal's stadium, so I'd say Arsenal."
It doesn't seem likely Arsenal will pursue a new right-winger in the near future, either. They have Bukayo Saka and Noni Madueke battling for the position already and academy graduates Max Dowman and Ethan Nwaneri, who could still leave the club this summer, are also pushing for opportunities.
The left flank is a different story though as the Gunners are actively seeking to recruit Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Junior, who Rayan knows well from the Brazilian national team.
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Rayan featured at the World Cup with Brazil but he won't be leaving Bournemouth this summer(Image: Getty Images)
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Both players were part of Carlo Ancelotti's squad for this summer's World Cup in North America, though Arsenal's hopes of landing Vini Jr will hinge on whether he signs a new contract with Real Madrid.
Talks between the parties are set to continue this week as Arsenal await developments. The champions are ready to make a huge financial commitment to landing the 26-year-old, who would undoubtedly become their record signing if they were to receive the green light to conclude a mega-money deal.
Arsenal already have a strong contingent of Brazilians. They have Gabriel Magalhaes, Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus on their books while sporting director Andrea Berta is also striving to sign Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes.
The Gunners hold an interest in Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi but much like Rayan, he will be staying put this summer due to a foot injury sustained in pre-season training.
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