Barcelona and arsenal, both are considering signing Luiz Benedetti. He is a 19-year-old center-back who plays for Palmeiras in Brazil. Arsenal is also in the hunt. Clubs tend to fight over young players like him.
Barcelona are said to want to purchase him for €12 million. Palmeiras demand more: around €15 million.
Who is Arsenal interest Luiz Benedetti?
Luiz Benedetti is around 1.97 meters tall. He plays as a centre-back and is left-footed. He has performed well in youth teams. He captained Palmeiras’ U-17 and U-20 teams. He made his debut for his senior professional team in January 2025.
Barcelona view Benedetti as a future cornerstone at the back. He is also comfortable defending with the ball. He is quick. Such qualities are what lure the big clubs. Luiz Gustavo Benedetti is a huge left-footed centre-back who excels in aerial battles, defensive duals, and stability on the ball. He tackles aggressively, can intercept long passes, and makes contributions in attacks through set-pieces and long passes.
Who is Nearer to Secure the Transfer?
Arsenal is also watching. They may make a bid. But Palmeiras are not rushing. His contract with Palmeiras runs until 2029. That gives his club strength in talks.
If Barcelona pays €12 million, they must still close the gap in valuation. Palmeiras demand more. There are still negotiations. The transfer may depend on Benedetti’s performance and interest from other clubs.
Who needs a Centre Back urgently?
Currently, both Arsenal and Barcelona would benefit from a new centre back, but Barcelona‘s need is more pressing. Arsenal’s defense has become solid under Arteta with Saliba and Gabriel being a solid central pairing. They also have decent depth in the form of Piero Hincapie. Barcelona, on the other hand, does not have youthful defenders like Inigo Martinez departed, Christensen’s inconsistency, and regular injuries to Araujo and Kounde. To strengthen up their backline for the long term, Barca obviously needs reinforcements before Arsenal.
Author’s Insight
So far, not all confirmed. These are still rumors. But numerous sources concur on the principal facts: Benedetti is young, strong, and fascinating to top clubs from Europe. The price difference exists. Whether the transfer will occur is to be seen.
