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Arsenal 'join Liverpool in race to sign £35m Roma defender Roger Ibanez' after Brazilian's impressive performances in Serie A as Mikel Arteta and Jurgen Klopp look to bolster their defensive options

Liverpool face competition from Arsenal for £35million Roma defender Roger Ibanez, according to reports.

The Brazilian centre back has enjoyed a rapid rise after forcing his way into Roma's first team during the restart of the 2019-2020 season and has now cemented his place as a regular starter.

Jurgen Klopp's side, who are currently facing a defensive injury crisis, have been linked with the 22-year-old but Calciomercato report that Arsenal have also enquired about the youngster.

Liverpool face competition from Arsenal for u00a335million Roma defender Roger Ibanez
Jurgen Klopp is facing a defensive crisis at Liverpool
Mikel Arteta wants to strengthen Arsenal's defence

Paris Saint-Germain, Leicester, Tottenham and Everton are also said to have shown an interest in Ibanez, who is valued at around £35million.