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Arsenal 'want to sign Barcelona defender Eric Garcia and are leading the race for Brazilian wonderkid Vitor Roque'... with the Gunners targeting a double swoop in the summer

Arsenal are reportedly leading the race to sign Brazilian wonderkid Vitor Roque, and are also said to be interested in bringing Barcelona defender Eric Garcia to the Emirates.

Mundo Deportivo have reported that the Gunners are in the best position to sign Roque from Athletico Panaraense, ahead of Chelsea and Barcelona.

Though the 18-year-old's dream is to play for Barcelona, his father, Juvenal Ferreira and his representatives are said to be focusing on a move to Arsenal and have flown to London to discuss a deal.

His representatives have moved their interest away from Barcelona due to the club's financial limitations and with questions over whether they will be able to sign any players during the upcoming summer window.