Following the initial reports from Brazil saying Arsenal had officials in the country for the signing of Grêmio midfielder Bitello, some developments are reported in the local media today.
Outlet Gremistas comes up to say that the Brazilian side should receive a bid from the Gunners in hope of signing the midfielder ‘in the coming days’.
Gremistas, however, also names an obstacle that the Gunners have in their pursuit. That’s the player’s potential work permit to play in the Premier League.
It’s claimed that since Bitello still hasn’t featured in international competitions for Grêmio, he doesn’t have the necessary points to make the move.
That’s why even in case Arsenal find an agreement for the transfer, the player is expected to stay in Brazil until December and only then make the move.
The chance of him going to Europe now and getting loaned to another club is seen as ‘less likely’.
According to the report, Grêmio want at least €10m to allow Bitello to move to the Emirates, or anywhere else, for that matter.
